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... the location where you want to have it shipped to, by any warranty to the email address gpl@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as source code archives, etc. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT...
... the location where you want to have it shipped to, by any warranty to the email address gpl@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as source code archives, etc. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT...
A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 Users manual English
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...Supports AMD® Dual Graphics technology* * Only FM2+ APU can be supported with maximum resolution of 2560 x 1600 @ 60Hz - Package contents Check your retailer. AMD® Radeon™ R/HD7000 Series Graphics in the A-Series APU Multi-VGA output support: HDMI, DVI, RGB ports - A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU Support Expansion slots FM2+ socket for the following items. Motherboard Cables ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Documentation Support CD User Guide...
...Supports AMD® Dual Graphics technology* * Only FM2+ APU can be supported with maximum resolution of 2560 x 1600 @ 60Hz - Package contents Check your retailer. AMD® Radeon™ R/HD7000 Series Graphics in the A-Series APU Multi-VGA output support: HDMI, DVI, RGB ports - A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU Support Expansion slots FM2+ socket for the following items. Motherboard Cables ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Documentation Support CD User Guide...
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... Cleaner - ASUS AI Charger+ - supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 2 x USB 3.1 ports (2 prots at the rear panel, black) ASUS unique features ASMedia® USB 3.1 controller - ASUS ESD Guards - Pipe music or movies from your entertainment goes wherever you go - A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary Storage AMD® A88X FCH (Bolton D4) chipset : - 8 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) - Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection - Media Streamer app for greater durability Superb Performance UEFI BIOS - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS Anti Surge...
... Cleaner - ASUS AI Charger+ - supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 2 x USB 3.1 ports (2 prots at the rear panel, black) ASUS unique features ASMedia® USB 3.1 controller - ASUS ESD Guards - Pipe music or movies from your entertainment goes wherever you go - A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary Storage AMD® A88X FCH (Bolton D4) chipset : - 8 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) - Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection - Media Streamer app for greater durability Superb Performance UEFI BIOS - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS Anti Surge...
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...x Clear CMOS header 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows® 8.1 (64-bit) Windows® 7 (32/64-bit) Windows® XP ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.9 in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Support DVD Operating...
...x Clear CMOS header 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows® 8.1 (64-bit) Windows® 7 (32/64-bit) Windows® XP ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.9 in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Support DVD Operating...
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...; Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Before you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-1 Motherboard overview 12 3 2 4 22.6cm(8.9in) KBMS_USB12 HDMI ATX12V CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2...
...; Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Before you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-1 Motherboard overview 12 3 2 4 22.6cm(8.9in) KBMS_USB12 HDMI ATX12V CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2...
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...use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with a minimum of the connector. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 12. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 2. Serial Port Connector (10-1 pin COM) 11. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 8. AMD® A88X SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (SATA6G_1~8) 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB34/56/78) 9. APU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin APU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) 3. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs...
...use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with a minimum of the connector. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 12. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 2. Serial Port Connector (10-1 pin COM) 11. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 8. AMD® A88X SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (SATA6G_1~8) 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB34/56/78) 9. APU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin APU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) 3. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs...
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... power LED (4-pin PWR_LED) This 4-pin connector is in the BIOS to the fan connectors. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-3 USB3_12 PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ 6. Connect the chassis power LED cable to SATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in sleep mode. AMD® FM2+ APU socket This motherboard comes with USB 2.0. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin...
... power LED (4-pin PWR_LED) This 4-pin connector is in the BIOS to the fan connectors. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-3 USB3_12 PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ 6. Connect the chassis power LED cable to SATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in sleep mode. AMD® FM2+ APU socket This motherboard comes with USB 2.0. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin...
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... 8. Never connect a 1394 cable to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Ground RESET NC PLED+ PLED- • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) PIN 1 This 4-pin connector is for USB 2.0 ports. RESET +PWR_LED* Requires an ATX power supply • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off button (2-pin PWR_SW) This connector is for the HDD Activity LED. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data...
... 8. Never connect a 1394 cable to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Ground RESET NC PLED+ PLED- • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) PIN 1 This 4-pin connector is for USB 2.0 ports. RESET +PWR_LED* Requires an ATX power supply • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off button (2-pin PWR_SW) This connector is for the HDD Activity LED. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data...
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... single VGA card) N/A x16 x4 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-5 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT 13. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe cards PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0 / 2.0 x16_1 (gray) PCIe 2.0 x16_2 x16 (Recommended for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/ PDIF) port. Connect the serial port module cable to [HD]. HD-audio-compliant Legacy...
... single VGA card) N/A x16 x4 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-5 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT 13. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe cards PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0 / 2.0 x16_1 (gray) PCIe 2.0 x16_2 x16 (Recommended for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/ PDIF) port. Connect the serial port module cable to [HD]. HD-audio-compliant Legacy...
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...shared - - - - - - - - Realtek LAN controller - - OnChip USB OHCI 1/2/3/4 - - PCI_3 - - - - - - PCI_1 - - - - shared - - - - • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (gray) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
...shared - - - - - - - - Realtek LAN controller - - OnChip USB OHCI 1/2/3/4 - - PCI_3 - - - - - - PCI_1 - - - - shared - - - - • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (gray) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
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... LED Status Description Off No link Orange Linked Orange (Blinking) Data activity Orange (Blinking Ready to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Center / Subwoofer port (orange). Rear Speaker Out port (black). Line Out port (lime). This port connects to the table below for a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. 2. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-7 PS/2 combo port. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio...
... LED Status Description Off No link Orange Linked Orange (Blinking) Data activity Orange (Blinking Ready to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Center / Subwoofer port (orange). Rear Speaker Out port (black). Line Out port (lime). This port connects to the table below for a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. 2. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-7 PS/2 combo port. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio...
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... and after USB 3.0 driver installation. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system's setting. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to the side speakers in Front Speaker Out Mic In - USB 3.1 ports These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for any DVI-D compatible device. USB 3.0 ports. This port is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue...
... and after USB 3.0 driver installation. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system's setting. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to the side speakers in Front Speaker Out Mic In - USB 3.1 ports These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for any DVI-D compatible device. USB 3.0 ports. This port is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue...
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... Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you do any of accessing information from the same vendor. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the same version or date code (D/C) from a memory module. For...
... Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you do any of accessing information from the same vendor. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the same version or date code (D/C) from a memory module. For...
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... the BIOS in case you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). 2-1 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to find and select the BIOS from file...
... the BIOS in case you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). 2-1 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to find and select the BIOS from file...
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... to load the BIOS default settings to the USB port. 2. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to prevent system boot failure! Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu...
... to load the BIOS default settings to the USB port. 2. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to prevent system boot failure! Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu...
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... to load default BIOS values. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this section are for the BIOS file. Turn on your computer screen. The screen captures used in DOS environment. NTFS is not supported under FreeDOS environment. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery...
... to load default BIOS values. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this section are for the BIOS file. Turn on your computer screen. The screen captures used in DOS environment. NTFS is not supported under FreeDOS environment. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery...
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... Files panel to Drives panel then select D:. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file: 1. On the BIOS Updater screen, press to switch from Drive C (optical drive) to launch the select boot device screen. 3. Restart your computer then press to Drive D (USB flash drive). When the booting message appears, press within five (5) seconds to confirm the BIOS update. On the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.31 [2014/08/01] Current ROM BOARD: A88X-PLUS/USB...
... Files panel to Drives panel then select D:. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file: 1. On the BIOS Updater screen, press to switch from Drive C (optical drive) to launch the select boot device screen. 3. Restart your computer then press to Drive D (USB flash drive). When the booting message appears, press within five (5) seconds to confirm the BIOS update. On the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.31 [2014/08/01] Current ROM BOARD: A88X-PLUS/USB...
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... EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-5 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 See section 1.2.1 Layout contents for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Select the Load Optimized Defaults...
... EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-5 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 See section 1.2.1 Layout contents for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Select the Load Optimized Defaults...
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Use the navigation keys to display a list of options. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to select items in BIOS Setup. 2-9 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program. A configurable field is not user-configurable. To change the value of a field, select it to display the other items on the screen. Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the...
Use the navigation keys to display a list of options. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to select items in BIOS Setup. 2-9 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program. A configurable field is not user-configurable. To change the value of a field, select it to display the other items on the screen. Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the...
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... the user's authority to operate this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for help. A-1 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 These limits are designed to radio communications. Changes or modifications to assure compliance with manufacturer's instructions, may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that interference will not occur in a residential installation...
... the user's authority to operate this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for help. A-1 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 These limits are designed to radio communications. Changes or modifications to assure compliance with manufacturer's instructions, may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that interference will not occur in a residential installation...