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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii A88X-PRO specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 5X Protection 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 ... 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-41 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-43 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-44 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-45 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation 2-46 2.3.10 Rear panel...
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii A88X-PRO specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 5X Protection 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 ... 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-41 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-43 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-44 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-45 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation 2-46 2.3.10 Rear panel...
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...dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are... broken, do not try to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the...
...dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are... broken, do not try to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the...
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...174; Radeon™ HD 8000/7000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD® A-series accelerated processor with USB 2.0 components. the latest connectivity standard. This revolutionary APU (Accelerated Processing Unit) combines processing power and advanced DirectX 11 graphics in x16 mode). PCIe 3.0 will become ... also backward compatible with AMD® Radeon™ HD 8000/7000 series graphics. Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support The AMD® A88X FCH natively supports the new Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates.
...174; Radeon™ HD 8000/7000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD® A-series accelerated processor with USB 2.0 components. the latest connectivity standard. This revolutionary APU (Accelerated Processing Unit) combines processing power and advanced DirectX 11 graphics in x16 mode). PCIe 3.0 will become ... also backward compatible with AMD® Radeon™ HD 8000/7000 series graphics. Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support The AMD® A88X FCH natively supports the new Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates.
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...user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all -in use software package. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply unit (PSU). 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one ...simple to run in no need for All Smart Devices With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all up to 3x faster, even when the PC is A-OK! MemOK! Chapter 1 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost ...
...user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all -in use software package. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply unit (PSU). 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one ...simple to run in no need for All Smart Devices With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all up to 3x faster, even when the PC is A-OK! MemOK! Chapter 1 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost ...
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...from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Hassle-free updating for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard. With better electric conductivity, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Just plug... allows users to the BIOS Setup program with the power supply connected. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is deisnged to speed and simplify the DIY process to turn on your screen. ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is a user-friendly utility that allows you to enhance...
...from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Hassle-free updating for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard. With better electric conductivity, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Just plug... allows users to the BIOS Setup program with the power supply connected. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is deisnged to speed and simplify the DIY process to turn on your screen. ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is a user-friendly utility that allows you to enhance...
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ASUS Q-Connector Make Connection Quick and Accurate! The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product design and innovation to interpret provided Q-Code. ASUS A88X-PRO 1-7 This is in the user guide to reduce carbon footprint of plugging in...
ASUS Q-Connector Make Connection Quick and Accurate! The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product design and innovation to interpret provided Q-Code. ASUS A88X-PRO 1-7 This is in the user guide to reduce carbon footprint of plugging in...
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...) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DVI_VGA ASM1445 ES6_78 _U3_E12 LAN_USB3_12 CHA_FAN1 AUDIO RTL 8111GR ASM 1042A CPU_FAN PCIEX1_1 BATTERY PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 ICS 477D A88X-PRO Super I/O PCI1 PCIEX16_2 SOCKET FM2+ MemOK! 7 DRAM_LED 8 1 EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) USB3_34 9 2 CHA_FAN4 BIOS_FLBK 10 FLBK_LED 11 AMD®... USB56 USB34 DRCT PANEL SB_PWR 2 13 14 15 24 23 2 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
...) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DVI_VGA ASM1445 ES6_78 _U3_E12 LAN_USB3_12 CHA_FAN1 AUDIO RTL 8111GR ASM 1042A CPU_FAN PCIEX1_1 BATTERY PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 ICS 477D A88X-PRO Super I/O PCI1 PCIEX16_2 SOCKET FM2+ MemOK! 7 DRAM_LED 8 1 EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) USB3_34 9 2 CHA_FAN4 BIOS_FLBK 10 FLBK_LED 11 AMD®... USB56 USB34 DRCT PANEL SB_PWR 2 13 14 15 24 23 2 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3/4 when using ...- - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - AMD FCH SATA Controller - - - HD Audio shared - - - - - - - AMD FCH USB3.0 Controller_2 - shared - - - - - ASUS A88X-PRO 2-17 shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - ASMedia USB 3.0 controller - AMD FCH USB3.0 Controller_1 - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - Onboard...
...you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3/4 when using ...- - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - AMD FCH SATA Controller - - - HD Audio shared - - - - - - - AMD FCH USB3.0 Controller_2 - shared - - - - - ASUS A88X-PRO 2-17 shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - ASMedia USB 3.0 controller - AMD FCH USB3.0 Controller_1 - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - Onboard...
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...module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus ...Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable Reserved for future AMI codes IDE ...
...module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus ...Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable Reserved for future AMI codes IDE ...
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... RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND A88X-PRO SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Refer to section 3.5.2...30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Refer to [AHCI]. 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) These connectors connect to [RAID]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set the OnChip SATA Type in the BIOS to Serial...
... RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND A88X-PRO SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Refer to section 3.5.2...30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Refer to [AHCI]. 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) These connectors connect to [RAID]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set the OnChip SATA Type in the BIOS to Serial...
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... NC NC MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A88X-PRO AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition A88X-PRO Front panel audio connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio...NC A88X-PRO PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND USB+5V USB_P4USB_P4+ GND A88X-PRO USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to [HD]; Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 3. 2. ASUS A88X-PRO ...
... NC NC MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A88X-PRO AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition A88X-PRO Front panel audio connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio...NC A88X-PRO PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND USB+5V USB_P4USB_P4+ GND A88X-PRO USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to [HD]; Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 3. 2. ASUS A88X-PRO ...
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... CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Chapter 2 A88X-PRO SPDIF_OUT A88X-PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an... additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. A88X-PRO 1 CHA_FAN1 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN VCC 2 CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN 1 CPU FAN PWM...
... CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Chapter 2 A88X-PRO SPDIF_OUT A88X-PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an... additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. A88X-PRO 1 CHA_FAN1 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN VCC 2 CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN 1 CPU FAN PWM...
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...+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND A88X-PRO USB3.0 Front panel connector You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. Chapter 2 6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is purchased separately. ASUS A88X-PRO 2-33
...+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND A88X-PRO USB3.0 Front panel connector You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. Chapter 2 6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is purchased separately. ASUS A88X-PRO 2-33
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...• Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/ PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect the button cable that complies with more power-consuming devices. The power supply plugs ...fit. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that supports the DirectKey feature. A88X-PRO DRCT DRCT GND PIN 1 A88X-PRO DRCT connector Ensure that your system, refer to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; Refer to fit these connectors in only one...
...• Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/ PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect the button cable that complies with more power-consuming devices. The power supply plugs ...fit. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that supports the DirectKey feature. A88X-PRO DRCT DRCT GND PIN 1 A88X-PRO DRCT connector Ensure that your system, refer to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; Refer to fit these connectors in only one...
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...button/soft-off the system power. The speaker allows you turn on . Chapter 2 10. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. PWR Ground Reset Ground A88X-PRO PIN 1 HDD_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply A88X-PRO System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for ...LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. ASUS A88X-PRO 2-35 Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector.
...button/soft-off the system power. The speaker allows you turn on . Chapter 2 10. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. PWR Ground Reset Ground A88X-PRO PIN 1 HDD_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply A88X-PRO System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for ...LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. ASUS A88X-PRO 2-35 Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector.
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2.3.7 SATA device connection 1 OR 2 Chapter 2 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.3.7 SATA device connection 1 OR 2 Chapter 2 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...USB3_2 port supports USB Charger+ and USB BIOS Flashback. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to the external SATA port. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 8. 3. Optical S/PDIF Out port 12. ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode 4. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+ External ... DVI-D port DisplayPort HDMI port USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for your USB 3.0 devices. ASUS A88X-PRO 2-47 Realtek® LAN (RJ-45) port* 10. 5. Audio I/O ports** 11. 6. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 7. 2.
...USB3_2 port supports USB Charger+ and USB BIOS Flashback. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to the external SATA port. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 8. 3. Optical S/PDIF Out port 12. ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode 4. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+ External ... DVI-D port DisplayPort HDMI port USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for your USB 3.0 devices. ASUS A88X-PRO 2-47 Realtek® LAN (RJ-45) port* 10. 5. Audio I/O ports** 11. 6. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 7. 2.
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... LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10 Mbps connection 100 Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection ** Audio 2.1, 4.1, or 5.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - 4.1-channel Line In Front...
... LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10 Mbps connection 100 Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection ** Audio 2.1, 4.1, or 5.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - 4.1-channel Line In Front...
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Chapter 2 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS A88X-PRO 2-49
Chapter 2 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS A88X-PRO 2-49