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In the ASUS TurboV EVO window, click More Settings, and then click CPU Ratio. 3. Turbo Unlocker ...the instructions below to enable Turbo Unlocker. 4. The Turbo Unlocker monitor on system load. Install ASUS TurboV EVO from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. 2. Turbo Unlocker is set to OFF by default, allowing to enable or disable ... Unlocker instruction Specially-designed for AMD® 6-core and Black Edition processors, the ASUS exclusive Turbo Unlocker allows dynamic and automatic CPU core adjustments based on the bottom-right corner of your system. 1.
In the ASUS TurboV EVO window, click More Settings, and then click CPU Ratio. 3. Turbo Unlocker ...the instructions below to enable Turbo Unlocker. 4. The Turbo Unlocker monitor on system load. Install ASUS TurboV EVO from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. 2. Turbo Unlocker is set to OFF by default, allowing to enable or disable ... Unlocker instruction Specially-designed for AMD® 6-core and Black Edition processors, the ASUS exclusive Turbo Unlocker allows dynamic and automatic CPU core adjustments based on the bottom-right corner of your system. 1.
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A87TD EVO specifications summary ix Chapter 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 ASUS Unique Features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-4 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-4 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-4 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-5 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-5 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-6 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-6 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-7 1.7 System memory 1-9 1.7.1 Overview 1-9 1.7.2 Memory configurations...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A87TD EVO specifications summary ix Chapter 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 ASUS Unique Features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-4 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-4 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-4 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-5 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-5 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-6 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-6 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-7 1.7 System memory 1-9 1.7.1 Overview 1-9 1.7.2 Memory configurations...
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...; Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by one or more of Communications Statement This digital apparatus... responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that may cause undesired operation. DO NOT throw the motherboard in accordance with Part 15 of parts and recycling. vi
...; Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by one or more of Communications Statement This digital apparatus... responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that may cause undesired operation. DO NOT throw the motherboard in accordance with Part 15 of parts and recycling. vi
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...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 the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply... technician or your retailer. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you are also provided. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it , carefully read all the manuals that your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips...
...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 the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply... technician or your retailer. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you are also provided. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it , carefully read all the manuals that your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips...
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... to OS limitation, when installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more memory on the next page) ix With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. *** R efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) Supports A��T�I /O - ...® OS when you want to install 4GB or more , Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. M4A87TD EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Multi-GPU support Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 USB AMD® Socket AM3 for up ...
... to OS limitation, when installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more memory on the next page) ix With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. *** R efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) Supports A��T�I /O - ...® OS when you want to install 4GB or more , Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. M4A87TD EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Multi-GPU support Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 USB AMD® Socket AM3 for up ...
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... any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with less power consumption. Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M4A87TD EVO motherboard Cables 1�x�U�lt�ra�D�M�A�1�33�/1�0�0 �ca�b�le 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cable...
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True SATA 6Gb/s Support Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to vital components. 1-2 ASUS M4A87TD EVO MemOK! ASUS M4A87TD EVO also features an extra 1-phase power for integrated memory/HT controller to provide independent power...component lifespan. Quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Get your system boot success. ASUS Power Solutions 8+1 Phase Power Design To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU's potential, ASUS M4A87TD EVO motherboard has adopted the brand-new 8-phase VRM power design, which provides faster ...
True SATA 6Gb/s Support Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to vital components. 1-2 ASUS M4A87TD EVO MemOK! ASUS M4A87TD EVO also features an extra 1-phase power for integrated memory/HT controller to provide independent power...component lifespan. Quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Get your system boot success. ASUS Power Solutions 8+1 Phase Power Design To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU's potential, ASUS M4A87TD EVO motherboard has adopted the brand-new 8-phase VRM power design, which provides faster ...
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...heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that performance instantly. Not only the beautifully curved fins upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the special thickened bottom design effectively cools down hot airflows generated by detecting current PC loadings and...provides total system power management by the north bridge chipset. ASUS Intelligent Overclocking Tools TurboV EVO Whether novice or enthusiast, TurboV EVO satisfies overclockers of any level. Intelligently push systems to , and the motherboard will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with ...
...heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that performance instantly. Not only the beautifully curved fins upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the special thickened bottom design effectively cools down hot airflows generated by detecting current PC loadings and...provides total system power management by the north bridge chipset. ASUS Intelligent Overclocking Tools TurboV EVO Whether novice or enthusiast, TurboV EVO satisfies overclockers of any level. Intelligently push systems to , and the motherboard will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with ...
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...component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a ...The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. ...not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. 1-4 ASUS M4A87TD EVO
...component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a ...The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. ...not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. 1-4 ASUS M4A87TD EVO
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...) 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 16. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 2. switch 6. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 15. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 9. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 10.
...) 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 16. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 2. switch 6. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 15. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 9. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 10.
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...176;-100° angle, otherwise the CPU will not fit in completely. 3. Do not install an Opteron™ processor on the motherboard. 2. Press the lever sideways to unlock the socket, then lift it fits in one correct orientation. The CPU fits only in...motherboard comes with AMD® Opteron™ processors. Socket lever Ensure that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! Small triangle Gold triangle 1-6 ASUS M4A87TD EVO...
...176;-100° angle, otherwise the CPU will not fit in completely. 3. Do not install an Opteron™ processor on the motherboard. 2. Press the lever sideways to unlock the socket, then lift it fits in one correct orientation. The CPU fits only in...motherboard comes with AMD® Opteron™ processors. Socket lever Ensure that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! Small triangle Gold triangle 1-6 ASUS M4A87TD EVO...
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... Heatsink Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Retention Module Base Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 Do not forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. 5. You can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that you purchased a separate... CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that came with the heatsink package. The lever clicks on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not have to section 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Install a CPU ...
... Heatsink Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Retention Module Base Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 Do not forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. 5. You can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that you purchased a separate... CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that came with the heatsink package. The lever clicks on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not have to section 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Install a CPU ...
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When the fan and heatsink assembly is in this connector. 1-8 ASUS M4A87TD EVO Do not forget to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 3. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention...
When the fan and heatsink assembly is in this connector. 1-8 ASUS M4A87TD EVO Do not forget to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 3. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention...
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...configuration. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS Design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. The system maps the total size of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity ...4GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, refer to prevent installation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (...
...configuration. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS Design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. The system maps the total size of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity ...4GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, refer to prevent installation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1-10 ASUS M4A87TD EVO AX3U1600PB1G8-3P 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - AX3U1600GB2G9-3G 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - M4A87TD EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability Vendor CORSAIR Part No. AD31600E001GMU 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - TR3X3G1600C8DVer2.1(XMP) 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - -
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1-10 ASUS M4A87TD EVO AX3U1600PB1G8-3P 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - AX3U1600GB2G9-3G 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - M4A87TD EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability Vendor CORSAIR Part No. AD31600E001GMU 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - TR3X3G1600C8DVer2.1(XMP) 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - -
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... DIMM slot key on the socket. 2 1 DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with extra force. 1-16 ASUS M4A87TD EVO DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket VERTICALLY to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Hold the DIMM by pressing the retaining clips outward. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits...
... DIMM slot key on the socket. 2 1 DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with extra force. 1-16 ASUS M4A87TD EVO DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket VERTICALLY to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Hold the DIMM by pressing the retaining clips outward. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits...
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...in a chassis). 3. Turn on the slot. 5. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 ... a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots This...
...in a chassis). 3. Turn on the slot. 5. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 ... a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots This...
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...after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or opencase system. Turn off the system and reinstall ...the DIMM before using the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! To stop memory ...
...after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or opencase system. Turn off the system and reinstall ...the DIMM before using the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! To stop memory ...
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... or plugging in the BIOS menu is turned to [Disabled]. The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in any motherboard component. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. 1.11 Onboard LEDs 1. Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED lights when the Core Unclocker...
... or plugging in the BIOS menu is turned to [Disabled]. The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in any motherboard component. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. 1.11 Onboard LEDs 1. Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED lights when the Core Unclocker...