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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-9 1.4 System memory 1-10 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 Exit menu...2-10 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-9 1.4 System memory 1-10 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 Exit menu...2-10 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
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... with maximum resolution of 2560 x 1600 @ 60Hz - at x16 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (max. A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU Support Expansion slots FM2+ socket for the discrete GPUs which support Dual Graphics technology.... Supports HDMI with DIMMs of 16GB (or above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package 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 If any of...
... with maximum resolution of 2560 x 1600 @ 60Hz - at x16 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (max. A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU Support Expansion slots FM2+ socket for the discrete GPUs which support Dual Graphics technology.... Supports HDMI with DIMMs of 16GB (or above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package 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 If any of...
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... greater durability Superb Performance UEFI BIOS - ASUS AI Suite 3 - 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 Anti Surge (continued on the battlefield Media Streamer - A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary Storage AMD® A88X FCH (Bolton D4) chipset : - 8 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) - ASUS LANGuard - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 4+2 Phase digital power...
... greater durability Superb Performance UEFI BIOS - ASUS AI Suite 3 - 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 Anti Surge (continued on the battlefield Media Streamer - A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary Storage AMD® A88X FCH (Bolton D4) chipset : - 8 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) - ASUS LANGuard - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 4+2 Phase digital power...
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... ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor ASUS Q-Design - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Slot 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub Output port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2x USB 3.1 Type A ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x Audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer,Rear Speaker Out, Line ...with smart devices in (30.5 cm x 22.6 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Featuring a friendly graphical user interface - viii A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary EZ DIY Push Notice -
... ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor ASUS Q-Design - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Slot 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub Output port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2x USB 3.1 Type A ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x Audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer,Rear Speaker Out, Line ...with smart devices in (30.5 cm x 22.6 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Featuring a friendly graphical user interface - viii A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary EZ DIY Push Notice -
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....1 _E12 1 30.5cm(12.0in) LAN_USB3_34 ASM 1143 LANGuard AUDIO CHA_FAN1 USB3_12 15 5 PCIEX1_1 RTL 8111H 14 A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 PCIEX16_1 13 Super I/O PCI1 15 PCIEX1_2 BATTERY AMD® A88X 14 13 PCIEX16_2 SATA6G_7 SATA6G_8 PCI2 64Mb BIOS ALC 887 6 SPDIF_OUT PCI3 COM USB34 USB56 USB78 PANEL SATA6G_4 SATA6G_1... component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
....1 _E12 1 30.5cm(12.0in) LAN_USB3_34 ASM 1143 LANGuard AUDIO CHA_FAN1 USB3_12 15 5 PCIEX1_1 RTL 8111H 14 A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 PCIEX16_1 13 Super I/O PCI1 15 PCIEX1_2 BATTERY AMD® A88X 14 13 PCIEX16_2 SATA6G_7 SATA6G_8 PCI2 64Mb BIOS ALC 887 6 SPDIF_OUT PCI3 COM USB34 USB56 USB78 PANEL SATA6G_4 SATA6G_1... component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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... or rear panel ports. SATA6G GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND 7. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-3 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN 3. AMD® FM2+ APU socket This motherboard comes with USB 2.0. These are not jumpers! With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. When...
... or rear panel ports. SATA6G GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND 7. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-3 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN 3. AMD® FM2+ APU socket This motherboard comes with USB 2.0. These are not jumpers! With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. When...
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...that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI specifications. 14. HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition 12. VGA ...of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT 13. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector is for single VGA card) N/A x16 x4 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-5 RXD DTR DSR CTS 10. COM PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI 11. Connect one end of the system chassis. By default, this...
...that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI specifications. 14. HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition 12. VGA ...of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT 13. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector is for single VGA card) N/A x16 x4 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-5 RXD DTR DSR CTS 10. COM PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI 11. Connect one end of the system chassis. By default, this...
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... Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. 5. Rear Speaker Out port (black). ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-7 Center / Subwoofer port (orange). This port is for the LAN port LED indications. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible...
... Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. 5. Rear Speaker Out port (black). ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-7 Center / Subwoofer port (orange). This port is for the LAN port LED indications. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible...
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DO NOT force the APU into the socket to the APU heatsink and APU before installing the APU. Ensure that you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. Installing the APU 1 2 3 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to prevent bending the pins and damaging the APU! Unplug all power cables before you use an APU designed for AMD® A-series and Athlon™Series processors. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-9 1.3 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) This motherboard comes with a FM2+ socket designed for the FM2+ socket. The APU fits in only one correct orientation.
DO NOT force the APU into the socket to the APU heatsink and APU before installing the APU. Ensure that you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. Installing the APU 1 2 3 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to prevent bending the pins and damaging the APU! Unplug all power cables before you use an APU designed for AMD® A-series and Athlon™Series processors. ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-9 1.3 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) This motherboard comes with a FM2+ socket designed for the FM2+ socket. The APU fits in only one correct orientation.
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Installing a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-11
Installing a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 1-11
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...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 BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and... the BIOS version easily. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility...
...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 BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and... the BIOS version easily. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility...
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...compatibility and stability, we recommend that contains the BIOS file to the USB port. 3. Download the latest BIOS file from http://support.asus.com and save them in your computer screen. Ensure that your USB flash drive is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the...single partition and in FAT32/16 format. • Turn off the computer. • Ensure that your computer has a DVD optical drive. 2-3 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 The utility automatically checks the devices for reference only and may not be exactly the same as actually shown on the system. 2. Before ...
...compatibility and stability, we recommend that contains the BIOS file to the USB port. 3. Download the latest BIOS file from http://support.asus.com and save them in your computer screen. Ensure that your USB flash drive is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the...single partition and in FAT32/16 format. • Turn off the computer. • Ensure that your computer has a DVD optical drive. 2-3 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 The utility automatically checks the devices for reference only and may not be exactly the same as actually shown on the system. 2. Before ...
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... to force reset from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in using the first two options. If you in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-5 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for information on your screen.... • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing...
... to force reset from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in using the first two options. If you in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-5 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for information on your screen.... • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing...
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Q-Fan control MyFavorite Language Menu bar Quick note Hot Keys Sub-menu item Menu items General help Configuration fields Pop-up window Scroll bar Goes back to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press . 2.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Last modified settings Displays the APU temperature, APU and memory voltage output 2-7 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1
Q-Fan control MyFavorite Language Menu bar Quick note Hot Keys Sub-menu item Menu items General help Configuration fields Pop-up window Scroll bar Goes back to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press . 2.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Last modified settings Displays the APU temperature, APU and memory voltage output 2-7 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1
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Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys 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. To change the value of the field opposite the item. General help At ...
Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys 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. To change the value of the field opposite the item. General help At ...
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...; Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that may cause harmful interference to correct the interference by the party responsible for help. A-1 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 If this unit not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to this equipment does cause harmful interference...
...; Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that may cause harmful interference to correct the interference by the party responsible for help. A-1 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 If this unit not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to this equipment does cause harmful interference...
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...the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at : http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 Unless required by applicable law or agreed to the highest standards for protecting... the battery should not be able to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. you to be placed in municipal waste. A-3 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 REACH Complying with the License. Google™ License Terms Copyright© 2016 Google Inc. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing...
...the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at : http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 Unless required by applicable law or agreed to the highest standards for protecting... the battery should not be able to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. you to be placed in municipal waste. A-3 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 REACH Complying with the License. Google™ License Terms Copyright© 2016 Google Inc. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing...
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...+886-2-2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com/ Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv A-5 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB...
...+886-2-2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com/ Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv A-5 ASUS A88X-PLUS/USB...
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... cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : A88X-PLUS/ USB 3.1 Conforms to begin affixing CE marking Directive 2004/108/EC (until April 19th, 2016) and Directive 2014/35/EU (from April 20th... ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 The object of the FCC Rules. Operation is in conformity with part 15 of the ...
... cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : A88X-PLUS/ USB 3.1 Conforms to begin affixing CE marking Directive 2004/108/EC (until April 19th, 2016) and Directive 2014/35/EU (from April 20th... ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : A88X-PLUS/USB 3.1 The object of the FCC Rules. Operation is in conformity with part 15 of the ...
