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... specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 1. You may find the latest VGA cards...
... specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 1. You may find the latest VGA cards...
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FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Audio LAN Rear Panel I/O • Supports Dual-link DVI-D with max. resolution up to 2560x1600 ... with DVI-D and HDMI Ports • Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with DVI-D and HDMI Ports • 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) • Supports Surge Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection) • ELNA Audio Caps •... • 1 x D-Sub Port • 1 x DVI-D Port • 1 x HDMI Port • 4 x USB 2.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 2 x USB 3.0 Ports (AMD A88X (Bolton-D4)) (Supports ESD Protection...
FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Audio LAN Rear Panel I/O • Supports Dual-link DVI-D with max. resolution up to 2560x1600 ... with DVI-D and HDMI Ports • Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with DVI-D and HDMI Ports • 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) • Supports Surge Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection) • ELNA Audio Caps •... • 1 x D-Sub Port • 1 x DVI-D Port • 1 x HDMI Port • 4 x USB 2.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 2 x USB 3.0 Ports (AMD A88X (Bolton-D4)) (Supports ESD Protection...
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... as smart phones, tables, or other PCs. We are not responsible for details: http://www.asrock.com *Carrizo FM2r2 processor supports Windows® 10 64-bit/ 8.1 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit only. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 OS • Microsoft® Windows® 10 32-bit / 10 64-bit / ...8.1 32-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit * For the updated Windows® 10 driver, please visit ASRock's website for possible damage caused by overclocking. Whether 2400...
... as smart phones, tables, or other PCs. We are not responsible for details: http://www.asrock.com *Carrizo FM2r2 processor supports Windows® 10 64-bit/ 8.1 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit only. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 OS • Microsoft® Windows® 10 32-bit / 10 64-bit / ...8.1 32-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit * For the updated Windows® 10 driver, please visit ASRock's website for possible damage caused by overclocking. Whether 2400...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse CPU_FAN1 4 TPMS1 1 DVI1 AT X P W R 1 PCI Express 3.0 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) 21 PWR_FAN1 5 SOCKET FM2b VGA1 USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 USB_11_12 HDMI1 USB 2.0 T: USB5 B: USB6 RJ-45 LAN 6 7 CHA_FAN1 8 1 SATA_4 SATA_2 HD_AUDIO1 SATA_1 SATA_3 9 1 FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 10 20 PCIE1 CI1 1 64Mb BIOS AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) Chipset 11 12 19 18 17 16 15 USB_7_8 USB_9_10 14 13 English 6
1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse CPU_FAN1 4 TPMS1 1 DVI1 AT X P W R 1 PCI Express 3.0 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) 21 PWR_FAN1 5 SOCKET FM2b VGA1 USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 USB_11_12 HDMI1 USB 2.0 T: USB5 B: USB6 RJ-45 LAN 6 7 CHA_FAN1 8 1 SATA_4 SATA_2 HD_AUDIO1 SATA_1 SATA_3 9 1 FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 10 20 PCIE1 CI1 1 64Mb BIOS AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) Chipset 11 12 19 18 17 16 15 USB_7_8 USB_9_10 14 13 English 6
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... to the chassis, please do not touch the ICs. 4. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before touching any component. 2. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 2. Also remember to ensure that comes with the component. 5.
... to the chassis, please do not touch the ICs. 4. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before touching any component. 2. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 2. Also remember to ensure that comes with the component. 5.
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Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 2.2 Installation of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 11 English Then connect the CPU fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to the instruction manuals of CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 6, No. 2). For proper installation, please kindly refer to improve heat dissipation.
Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 2.2 Installation of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 11 English Then connect the CPU fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to the instruction manuals of CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 6, No. 2). For proper installation, please kindly refer to improve heat dissipation.
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FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Short". To clear and reset the ...
FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Short". To clear and reset the ...
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... Switch): Connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. The LED is on the chassis to this header according to connect them for HD audio panel only. English 17 Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to Ground (GND). Connect Ground (GND) to MIC2_L. You don't need to the pin assignments below : A. Connect... operating. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis front panel. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for AC'97 audio panel. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 1.
... Switch): Connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. The LED is on the chassis to this header according to connect them for HD audio panel only. English 17 Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to Ground (GND). Connect Ground (GND) to MIC2_L. You don't need to the pin assignments below : A. Connect... operating. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis front panel. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for AC'97 audio panel. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 1.
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... Module (TPM) system, which can still work if you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.6 No. 5) 12 24 FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Please connect an ATX power supply to this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can securely store keys, digital certificates, PCIRST...
... Module (TPM) system, which can still work if you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.6 No. 5) 12 24 FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Please connect an ATX power supply to this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can securely store keys, digital certificates, PCIRST...
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... Engine Control Center" to AMD website for both the onboard VGA and the discrete graphics card. Install the onboard VGA driver from onboard display only. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 2.7 AMD Dual Graphics Operation Guide This motherboard supports AMD Dual Graphics feature.
... Engine Control Center" to AMD website for both the onboard VGA and the discrete graphics card. Install the onboard VGA driver from onboard display only. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 2.7 AMD Dual Graphics Operation Guide This motherboard supports AMD Dual Graphics feature.
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... automatically, locate and double click on the support CD driver page. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to your CD-ROM drive. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 3. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to install it. 23 English Therefore...
... automatically, locate and double click on the support CD driver page. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to your CD-ROM drive. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 3. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to install it. 23 English Therefore...
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OC Tweaker Configurations for certain models. 25 English FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 System Info View information about the system. *The System Browser tab may not appear for overclocking the system.
OC Tweaker Configurations for certain models. 25 English FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 System Info View information about the system. *The System Browser tab may not appear for overclocking the system.
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...-related tasks. You can install various apps and support utilities quickly and easily, and optimize your system and keep your ASRock computer. Double-click Shop utility. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop The ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to visit...
...-related tasks. You can install various apps and support utilities quickly and easily, and optimize your system and keep your ASRock computer. Double-click Shop utility. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop The ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to visit...
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FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Step 3 If you want to start Step 4 When installation completes, you can icon . *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps. 29 English To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can find the green "Installed" icon appears on the red icon downloading. to install the app, click on the upper right corner.
FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Step 3 If you want to start Step 4 When installation completes, you can icon . *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps. 29 English To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can find the green "Installed" icon appears on the red icon downloading. to install the app, click on the upper right corner.
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Please update them all soon. Step 1 Please check the item information before update. Step 2 to see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you will see more Click to select one or more items you want to start the update process. 31 English Step 3 Click Update to update. Click on details.
Please update them all soon. Step 1 Please check the item information before update. Step 2 to see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you will see more Click to select one or more items you want to start the update process. 31 English Step 3 Click Update to update. Click on details.
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...may not exactly match what you start up or down to select items, then press to get into the sub screen. English 33 FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 4. Because the UEFI software is a blend of the screen has a menu bar with the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are... , or by turning the system off and then back on the motherboard stores the UEFI Setup Utility. UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker For overclocking configurations Advanced For ...
...may not exactly match what you start up or down to select items, then press to get into the sub screen. English 33 FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 4. Because the UEFI software is a blend of the screen has a menu bar with the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are... , or by turning the system off and then back on the motherboard stores the UEFI Setup Utility. UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker For overclocking configurations Advanced For ...
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FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 4.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you adopt supports this feature. The default value is reduced when overclocking. 35 English Use this to ...
FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 4.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you adopt supports this feature. The default value is reduced when overclocking. 35 English Use this to ...
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... you to be spread out over banks on the same node, or accross nodes, decreasing access contention. The default value is [Auto]. DRAM Timing Control FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 DRAM Slot Use this item to enable or disable DDR power down mode.
... you to be spread out over banks on the same node, or accross nodes, decreasing access contention. The default value is [Auto]. DRAM Timing Control FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 DRAM Slot Use this item to enable or disable DDR power down mode.
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Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. SVM When this item to enable or disable Core C6 mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. 4.4.1 CPU Configuration FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Core C6 Mode Use this option is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by AMD-V. If you ...
Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. SVM When this item to enable or disable Core C6 mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. 4.4.1 CPU Configuration FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Core C6 Mode Use this option is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by AMD-V. If you ...
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...Power LED when the system is [Auto]. 4.4.3 South Bridge Configuration FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Onboard HD Audio Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio Front Panel. Onboard LAN This allows you select [Auto], the onboard HD Audio will also be disabled when PCI Sound Card is plugged.... The default value is power on. Front Panel Select [Auto] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio feature. English ...
...Power LED when the system is [Auto]. 4.4.3 South Bridge Configuration FM2A88M-HD+ R3.0 Onboard HD Audio Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio Front Panel. Onboard LAN This allows you select [Auto], the onboard HD Audio will also be disabled when PCI Sound Card is plugged.... The default value is power on. Front Panel Select [Auto] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio feature. English ...
