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... this documentation, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the software and utilities. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Introduction Thank you are using. Because the motherboard specifications and the...
... this documentation, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the software and utilities. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Introduction Thank you are using. Because the motherboard specifications and the...
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...including damages for backup purpose, without notice, and should not be registered trademarks or copyrights of the FCC Rules. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in... battery adopted on this documentation may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com 1 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English Copyright Notice: No part of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance.
...including damages for backup purpose, without notice, and should not be registered trademarks or copyrights of the FCC Rules. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in... battery adopted on this documentation may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com 1 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English Copyright Notice: No part of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance.
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... Bottom: MIC IN USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 USB 2.0 T: USB1 Top: B: USB2 RJ-45 Top: CTR BASS Center: REAR SPK Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT LAN CHA_FAN1 FM2A88M Extreme4+ PCIE1 Front USB 3.0 PCI Express 3.0 Super I/O AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 IR1 1 PCIE2 CI1 1 CMOS BATTERY XFast RAM 1 CLRCMOS1 XFast LAN XFast USB PCIE3 AMD A88X (Bolton... 1 PCI1 LPT1 1 TPMS1 USB_9_10 1 USB_7_8 1 USB_5_6 1 64Mb BIOS PLED1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL 1 SATA3_2 SATA3_1 SATA3_5 SATA3_7 SATA3_4 SATA3_3 USB3_3_4 1 SATA3_8 SATA3_6 English 2 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard
... Bottom: MIC IN USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 USB 2.0 T: USB1 Top: B: USB2 RJ-45 Top: CTR BASS Center: REAR SPK Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT LAN CHA_FAN1 FM2A88M Extreme4+ PCIE1 Front USB 3.0 PCI Express 3.0 Super I/O AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 IR1 1 PCIE2 CI1 1 CMOS BATTERY XFast RAM 1 CLRCMOS1 XFast LAN XFast USB PCIE3 AMD A88X (Bolton... 1 PCI1 LPT1 1 TPMS1 USB_9_10 1 USB_7_8 1 USB_5_6 1 64Mb BIOS PLED1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL 1 SATA3_2 SATA3_1 SATA3_5 SATA3_7 SATA3_4 SATA3_3 USB3_3_4 1 SATA3_8 SATA3_6 English 2 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard
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... COM Port Header (COM1) 27 Infrared Module Header (IR1) 28 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 29 Chassis Intrusion Header (CI1) 30 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 3 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English No.
... COM Port Header (COM1) 27 Infrared Module Header (IR1) 28 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 29 Chassis Intrusion Header (CI1) 30 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 3 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English No.
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Audio Output Channels 2 4 6 8 Front Speaker (No. 7) V V V V Rear Speaker (No. 5) Central / Bass (No. 4) Line In or Side Speaker (No. 6) -- -- -- V V V To enable Multi-Streaming, you use. English 5 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of USB 3.0 ports. ** There are allowed to select "Realtek HDA Primary output" ...
Audio Output Channels 2 4 6 8 Front Speaker (No. 7) V V V V Rear Speaker (No. 5) Central / Bass (No. 4) Line In or Side Speaker (No. 6) -- -- -- V V V To enable Multi-Streaming, you use. English 5 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of USB 3.0 ports. ** There are allowed to select "Realtek HDA Primary output" ...
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..., the updated version will be subject to the "User Manual" in our support CD for purchasing ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield...
..., the updated version will be subject to the "User Manual" in our support CD for purchasing ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield...
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... D-Sub with FM2+ CPU. Supports Blu-ray Stereoscopic 3D with max. All Solid Capacitor design - shared memory 2GB - Supports Dual-link DVI-D with HDMI Port 7 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology - 4 x DDR3 DIMM Slots - Max. Max. resolution up to 2560x1600 @ 60Hz - AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) - Integrated AMD Radeon HD...
... D-Sub with FM2+ CPU. Supports Blu-ray Stereoscopic 3D with max. All Solid Capacitor design - shared memory 2GB - Supports Dual-link DVI-D with HDMI Port 7 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology - 4 x DDR3 DIMM Slots - Max. Max. resolution up to 2560x1600 @ 60Hz - AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) - Integrated AMD Radeon HD...
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... Connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) - 1 x Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin) - 1 x Power Fan Connector (3-pin) - 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector - 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector - 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector English 8 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with DVI-D and HDMI Ports - 7.1 CH HD Audio with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED...
... Connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) - 1 x Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin) - 1 x Power Fan Connector (3-pin) - 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector - 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector - 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector English 8 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with DVI-D and HDMI Ports - 7.1 CH HD Audio with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED...
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...ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with GUI support - DRAM, CPU Voltage multi-adjustment Support CD .../ 8 32-bit / 8 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit / XP 32-bit Certifications - FCC, CE, WHQL - English 9 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard It should be done at your system. Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8 (...
...ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with GUI support - DRAM, CPU Voltage multi-adjustment Support CD .../ 8 32-bit / 8 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit / XP 32-bit Certifications - FCC, CE, WHQL - English 9 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard It should be done at your system. Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8 (...
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...1. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be enabled only if the display supports 12bpc in EDID. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. Deep Color mode will be less than 4GB for the reservation for the compatible memory modules. If you want to... For Windows® 64-bit OS with 64-bit CPU, there is supported under Windows® 8 64-bit / 8 / 7 64-bit / 7. 10 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English xvYCC and Deep Color are only supported under Windows® 8 / 7. Whether 2600/2400/2133/1866/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on our...
...1. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be enabled only if the display supports 12bpc in EDID. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. Deep Color mode will be less than 4GB for the reservation for the compatible memory modules. If you want to... For Windows® 64-bit OS with 64-bit CPU, there is supported under Windows® 8 64-bit / 8 / 7 64-bit / 7. 10 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English xvYCC and Deep Color are only supported under Windows® 8 / 7. Whether 2600/2400/2133/1866/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on our...
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... during the POST or the key to enter into Standby mode (S1), 11 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English ASRock APP Charger. ASRock APP Charger allows you to turn on your system. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports ...continuous charging when your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for your PC in a few seconds. ASRock APP Charger If you desire a faster, less restricted way of charging your PC enters into the...
... during the POST or the key to enter into Standby mode (S1), 11 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English ASRock APP Charger. ASRock APP Charger allows you to turn on your system. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports ...continuous charging when your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for your PC in a few seconds. ASRock APP Charger If you desire a faster, less restricted way of charging your PC enters into the...
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...previously visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically finish the BIOS update procedure after regaining power. Only USB2.0 ports support this feature. ...ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that BIOS files need to extend their BIOS without fear of accessing your application's priority ideally and/or add new programs. Lower Latency in games. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to update their lifespan. The performance may schedule 12 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4...
...previously visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically finish the BIOS update procedure after regaining power. Only USB2.0 ports support this feature. ...ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that BIOS files need to extend their BIOS without fear of accessing your application's priority ideally and/or add new programs. Lower Latency in games. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to update their lifespan. The performance may schedule 12 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4...
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... audio devices, such like MP3 player or mobile phone to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. 13 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English ASRock UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by sending a support request from our servers and flash...
... audio devices, such like MP3 player or mobile phone to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. 13 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English ASRock UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by sending a support request from our servers and flash...
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... CD, Easy Driver Installer is able to unleash the hidden power of system configuration tools, cool sound effects and stunning visuals. ASRock Restart to access the UEFI setup. The speedy boot will automatically overclock the relative components to get up experience. With the smart...on the PC, X-Boost will completely change "SATA Mode" to Windows® 8 from a cold boot. Just 14 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer can help you can become a near one A-Tuning tuning program that installs the LAN driver to your ...
... CD, Easy Driver Installer is able to unleash the hidden power of system configuration tools, cool sound effects and stunning visuals. ASRock Restart to access the UEFI setup. The speedy boot will automatically overclock the relative components to get up experience. With the smart...on the PC, X-Boost will completely change "SATA Mode" to Windows® 8 from a cold boot. Just 14 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer can help you can become a near one A-Tuning tuning program that installs the LAN driver to your ...
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Just plug in the USB Key and let your computer log in to Windows? ASRock USB Key In a world where time is money, why waste precious time everyday typing usernames to log in to access the UEFI directly in A-Tuning. ...The fans will be assured to windows automatically! Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met. 15 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English Configure up to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is included in the very beginning. the PC...
Just plug in the USB Key and let your computer log in to Windows? ASRock USB Key In a world where time is money, why waste precious time everyday typing usernames to log in to access the UEFI directly in A-Tuning. ...The fans will be assured to windows automatically! Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met. 15 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English Configure up to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is included in the very beginning. the PC...
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... ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install or remove any motherboard settings. Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 16 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English
... ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install or remove any motherboard settings. Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 16 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English
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... the socket such that it firmly on the socket while you push down the socket lever to a 90o angle. When the CPU is locked. 17 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English
... the socket such that it firmly on the socket while you push down the socket lever to a 90o angle. When the CPU is locked. 17 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English
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... into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to the instruction manuals of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 18 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English
... into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to the instruction manuals of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 18 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard English
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... 1 2 3 DDR3_A1 Populated Populated DDR3_A2 Populated Populated DDR3_B1 Populated Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. English 19 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard If you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; It is unable to install them on this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 4. It is...
... 1 2 3 DDR3_A1 Populated Populated DDR3_A2 Populated Populated DDR3_B1 Populated Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. English 19 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard If you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; It is unable to install them on this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 4. It is...
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... PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for the card before you start the installation. English 21 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard PCIe Slot Configurations Single Graphics Card PCIE1 x16 PCIE3 N/A Two Graphics Cards in CrossFireXTM Mode x16 x4 For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis...
... PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for the card before you start the installation. English 21 ASRock FM2A88M Extreme4+ Motherboard PCIe Slot Configurations Single Graphics Card PCIE1 x16 PCIE3 N/A Two Graphics Cards in CrossFireXTM Mode x16 x4 For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis...