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... 2-34 2.9 Onboard LEDs 2-35 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-37 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-37 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-10 3.3.4 Menu items 3-10 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-10 3.3.6 Configuration fields 3-10 3.3.7 Pop-up...
... 2-34 2.9 Onboard LEDs 2-35 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-37 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-37 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-10 3.3.4 Menu items 3-10 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-10 3.3.6 Configuration fields 3-10 3.3.7 Pop-up...
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... 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU 4-6 4.3.5 Audio configurations 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS GPU Boost 4-8 4.3.7 Turbo Unlocker 4-9 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-10 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-10 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-11 4.4.3 Using CPU Level UP 4-12 4.4.4 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-12 4.5 RAID configurations 4-13 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-13 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-14 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-14...
... 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU 4-6 4.3.5 Audio configurations 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS GPU Boost 4-8 4.3.7 Turbo Unlocker 4-9 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-10 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-10 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-11 4.4.3 Using CPU Level UP 4-12 4.4.4 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-12 4.5 RAID configurations 4-13 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-13 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-14 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-14...
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... documentation Your product package may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the following parts: • ...describes the ATI® CrossFireX™ feature and shows the graphics card installation procedures. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. ix These documents are ...
... documentation Your product package may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the following parts: • ...describes the ATI® CrossFireX™ feature and shows the graphics card installation procedures. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. ix These documents are ...
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... Jack-Retasking (HD mode only) - vDIMM: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.003125V increment - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - Core Unlocker - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - M5A88-V EVO specifications summary Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS unique features Other features ALC892 supports 8-channel High Definition Audio - BD Audio Layer...
... Jack-Retasking (HD mode only) - vDIMM: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.003125V increment - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - Core Unlocker - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - M5A88-V EVO specifications summary Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS unique features Other features ALC892 supports 8-channel High Definition Audio - BD Audio Layer...
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... Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. M5A88-V EVO specifications summary Back panel...
... Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. M5A88-V EVO specifications summary Back panel...
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... TurboV gives you to patch memory issues. Enjoy an instant performance boost by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a latent AMD® CPU-with more power when you want... flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. Its ability to , and your system boot success. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 1-3 This tool also provides stability testing. Simply pick the processor you need it. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is a unique power saving technology that automates overclocking to optimize performance under varied ...
... TurboV gives you to patch memory issues. Enjoy an instant performance boost by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a latent AMD® CPU-with more power when you want... flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. Its ability to , and your system boot success. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 1-3 This tool also provides stability testing. Simply pick the processor you need it. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is a unique power saving technology that automates overclocking to optimize performance under varied ...
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... to achieve a quiet and cool environment. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to different ambient temperatures caused by power surges from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to fine-tune the VCore voltage in 0.003125V steps, VChipset (VDDNB) voltage in 0.01V steps, and DRAM voltage in variety of...
... to achieve a quiet and cool environment. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to different ambient temperatures caused by power surges from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to fine-tune the VCore voltage in 0.003125V steps, VChipset (VDDNB) voltage in 0.01V steps, and DRAM voltage in variety of...
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... 10 2 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR SATA6G_5 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 1 11 AMD® SB850 PRI_EIDE Lithium Cell CMOS Power 16Mb BIOS VIA VT6330 SB_PWR CLRTC USB78 USB910 IE1394_1 PANEL 12 13 14 20 19 18 17 16 15 Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information... DVI_VGA F_ ESATA6G_ USB34 LAN1_USB3_12 AUDIO asmedia ASM1042 CHA_FAN ICS 9LPRS483 PCIEX1_1 AMD® 880G RTL 8111E Super I/O AAFP ALC892 SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16_1 M5A88-V EVO PCI1 PCI2 PCIEX16_2 PCI3 COM1 USB1314 USB1112 DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) PWR_FAN DDR3...
... 10 2 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR SATA6G_5 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 1 11 AMD® SB850 PRI_EIDE Lithium Cell CMOS Power 16Mb BIOS VIA VT6330 SB_PWR CLRTC USB78 USB910 IE1394_1 PANEL 12 13 14 20 19 18 17 16 15 Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information... DVI_VGA F_ ESATA6G_ USB34 LAN1_USB3_12 AUDIO asmedia ASM1042 CHA_FAN ICS 9LPRS483 PCIEX1_1 AMD® 880G RTL 8111E Super I/O AAFP ALC892 SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16_1 M5A88-V EVO PCI1 PCI2 PCIEX16_2 PCI3 COM1 USB1314 USB1112 DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) PWR_FAN DDR3...
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...the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Keep the screw for details. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-13 Failure to do not need to the table on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you ... card. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Turn on the next page. 3. Chapter 2 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard...
...the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Keep the screw for details. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-13 Failure to do not need to the table on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you ... card. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Turn on the next page. 3. Chapter 2 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard...
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Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing ... 12 23 Normal (Default) M5A88-V EVO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to default ...pins 2-3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-17
Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing ... 12 23 Normal (Default) M5A88-V EVO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to default ...pins 2-3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-17
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M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO Core unlocker switch • The O2LED1 LED near the Core Unlocker switch lights when the switch setting is powered off. This is ideal for the exact location of the O2LED1 LED. • You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS ...to Enable when the system is turned to Enable. Chapter 2 2.7 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to unlock the extra cores of the BIOS setup and the Core Unlocker switch. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Core Unlocker switch This switch allows you to fine-tune performance when working on...
M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO Core unlocker switch • The O2LED1 LED near the Core Unlocker switch lights when the switch setting is powered off. This is ideal for the exact location of the O2LED1 LED. • You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS ...to Enable when the system is turned to Enable. Chapter 2 2.7 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to unlock the extra cores of the BIOS setup and the Core Unlocker switch. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Core Unlocker switch This switch allows you to fine-tune performance when working on...
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...Tuning, overclock in the BIOS menu follow the current setting of the O2LED2 LED. • If you to enable or disable the TPU function. Refer to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the TPU switch. • If you have made. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-19 TPU switch ...This switch allows you clear the CMOS or load the BIOS setup defaults, the related overclocking items in the BIOS setup program, and enable the TPU function at the same time. 2.
...Tuning, overclock in the BIOS menu follow the current setting of the O2LED2 LED. • If you to enable or disable the TPU function. Refer to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the TPU switch. • If you have made. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-19 TPU switch ...This switch allows you clear the CMOS or load the BIOS setup defaults, the related overclocking items in the BIOS setup program, and enable the TPU function at the same time. 2.
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switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to test one set of failsafe settings. switch lights continuously. Turn off the computer and unplug ...tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. function. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware ...
switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to test one set of failsafe settings. switch lights continuously. Turn off the computer and unplug ...tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. function. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware ...
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... pot 9. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 12. 2.8 Connectors 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-21 Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next pages. • DO NOT insert a different connector to [AHCI]. Port4 item in the BIOS to the external SATA port. • To use hot plugging, set the SATA...
... pot 9. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 12. 2.8 Connectors 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-21 Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next pages. • DO NOT insert a different connector to [AHCI]. Port4 item in the BIOS to the external SATA port. • To use hot plugging, set the SATA...
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...; DVI + HDMI • Playback of Blu-ray Discs For better playback quality, we suggest that you want to use is supported or not. CPU DIMM BIOS setup Playback software Suggested list AMD® Phenom II X4 955 DDR3 1333 Frame Buffer Size - 256MB or higher CyberLink® PowerDVD 9 File format Non...
...; DVI + HDMI • Playback of Blu-ray Discs For better playback quality, we suggest that you want to use is supported or not. CPU DIMM BIOS setup Playback software Suggested list AMD® Phenom II X4 955 DDR3 1333 Frame Buffer Size - 256MB or higher CyberLink® PowerDVD 9 File format Non...
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... • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the type of the SATA connectors to [AHCI] in the BIOS. If you are set the type of the SATA connectors to [RAID] in the BIOS. 2. See section 3.4.2 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or...Serial ATA boot/data hard disk drives to these connectors, set to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-27 The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to IDE mode by default. AMD® SB850 Serial ATA Serial ATA 6.0 ...
... • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the type of the SATA connectors to [AHCI] in the BIOS. If you are set the type of the SATA connectors to [RAID] in the BIOS. 2. See section 3.4.2 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or...Serial ATA boot/data hard disk drives to these connectors, set to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-27 The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to IDE mode by default. AMD® SB850 Serial ATA Serial ATA 6.0 ...
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..., set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to 3.6.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. Refer to [HD Audio]; Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is purchased separately. 8. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-31 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This...
..., set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to 3.6.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. Refer to [HD Audio]; Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is purchased separately. 8. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-31 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This...
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TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. O2LED2 M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO TPU LED 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED lights when the Core Unclocker switch is turned to [Disabled]. 4. Chapter 2 3. O2LED1 M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO Core unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu is set to Enable.
TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. O2LED2 M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO TPU LED 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED lights when the Core Unclocker switch is turned to [Disabled]. 4. Chapter 2 3. O2LED1 M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO Core unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu is set to Enable.
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...seconds puts the system on self tests or POST. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-37 Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. Monitor b. For systems with the last device on the BIOS setting. If you do not see the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on...short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to green after the system LED turns on the screen. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. If your retailer for the first time 1. At ...
...seconds puts the system on self tests or POST. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-37 Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. Monitor b. For systems with the last device on the BIOS setting. If you do not see the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on...short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to green after the system LED turns on the screen. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. If your retailer for the first time 1. At ...
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... may result to instability or failure to update your BIOS if necessary. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to boot. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 3-1 ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the ASUS Update utility. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive...
... may result to instability or failure to update your BIOS if necessary. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to boot. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 3-1 ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the ASUS Update utility. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive...