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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A88T-M specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System memory...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A88T-M specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System memory...
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...or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for disposal of the FCC Rules. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. These limits are designed to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which...crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This class B digital apparatus complies with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction ...
...or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for disposal of the FCC Rules. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. These limits are designed to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which...crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This class B digital apparatus complies with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction ...
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...are using an adapter or extension cord. vii How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you are also provided. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock...that your power supply is broken, do not try to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to fix it , carefully read ...
...are using an adapter or extension cord. vii How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you are also provided. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock...that your power supply is broken, do not try to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to fix it , carefully read ...
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...MPEG-2 Maximum shared memory up to DDR3 1066Mhz. ** Refer to install 4GB or more memory on the next page) ix M4A88T-M specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD®...; 100 series processors Supports 45nm CPU Supports CPU up to 140W AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® 880G / SB710 Up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface Dual-channel... mode only) Optical S/PDIF_OUT port at the back panel (continued on the motherboard.
...MPEG-2 Maximum shared memory up to DDR3 1066Mhz. ** Refer to install 4GB or more memory on the next page) ix M4A88T-M specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD®...; 100 series processors Supports 45nm CPU Supports CPU up to 140W AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® 880G / SB710 Up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface Dual-channel... mode only) Optical S/PDIF_OUT port at the back panel (continued on the motherboard.
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... introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A88T-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It features dual-channel DDR3 1333 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™...
... introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A88T-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It features dual-channel DDR3 1333 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™...
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... operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a smoother and faster computing environment. DDR3 1866(O.C.) support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that radically improves system efficiency for a cool and quiet operating environment. The S/PDIF transfers digital ... features data transfer rates of the latest operation system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics. AMD® ...
... operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a smoother and faster computing environment. DDR3 1866(O.C.) support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that radically improves system efficiency for a cool and quiet operating environment. The S/PDIF transfers digital ... features data transfer rates of the latest operation system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics. AMD® ...
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...and upgrade display devices freely. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-3 HDMI, DVI, and D-Sub. With such diversity of display outputs, ...you can instantly surf the Internet without entering the Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on your computer, ...
...and upgrade display devices freely. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-3 HDMI, DVI, and D-Sub. With such diversity of display outputs, ...you can instantly surf the Internet without entering the Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on your computer, ...
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... or rebooting the OS, and its user-friendly interface makes overclocking easy with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes.... now a reality with just a few clicks away. ASUS Auto Tuning ASUS Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates...
... or rebooting the OS, and its user-friendly interface makes overclocking easy with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes.... now a reality with just a few clicks away. ASUS Auto Tuning ASUS Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates...
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... with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. C.P.R. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with a faster reaction time for the most demanding tasks. GPU NOS ASUS GPU NOS technology intelligently detects graphics loading and automatically boosts performance for an excellent graphics performance. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-5 C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to...
... with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. C.P.R. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with a faster reaction time for the most demanding tasks. GPU NOS ASUS GPU NOS technology intelligently detects graphics loading and automatically boosts performance for an excellent graphics performance. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-5 C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to...
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... metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. •... component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before you install or remove any component, switch off the ATX...
... metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. •... component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before you install or remove any component, switch off the ATX...
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1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place eight screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. DO NOT overtighten the screws! M4A88T-M ASUS M4A88T-M 1-7 The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place eight screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. DO NOT overtighten the screws! M4A88T-M ASUS M4A88T-M 1-7 The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Small triangle Gold triangle ASUS M4A88T-M 1-9 DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100° angle; M4A88T-M M4A88T-M CPU Socket AM3 2. Position the CPU above the socket such that you use a CPU designed for Phenom™... corner with an AM3 socket designed for the AM3 socket. The CPU fits only in only one correct orientation. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a small triangle. 4. The CPU fits in one correct orientation. Locate the CPU socket on the...
... bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Small triangle Gold triangle ASUS M4A88T-M 1-9 DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100° angle; M4A88T-M M4A88T-M CPU Socket AM3 2. Position the CPU above the socket such that you use a CPU designed for Phenom™... corner with an AM3 socket designed for the AM3 socket. The CPU fits only in only one correct orientation. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a small triangle. 4. The CPU fits in one correct orientation. Locate the CPU socket on the...
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... socket lever to plug this connector. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. CPU_FAN M4A88T-M M4A88T-M CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Connect the CPU...
... socket lever to plug this connector. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. CPU_FAN M4A88T-M M4A88T-M CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Connect the CPU...
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... is properly applied to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4A88T-M 1-11 If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly,...you install the heatsink and fan assembly. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: ...
... is properly applied to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4A88T-M 1-11 If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly,...you install the heatsink and fan assembly. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: ...
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... the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules...is notched differently to the retention module base. The figure illustrates the location of the retention bracket to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 3. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B ...
... the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules...is notched differently to the retention module base. The figure illustrates the location of the retention bracket to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 3. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B ...
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... 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package CL 9-9-9-27 DIMM support A* B* C* • • • Install the DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for better overclocking performance. • When overclocking, some AMD CPUs may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Use a ...capability Vendor Corsair Kingston Kingston Kingston Part No. The system maps the total size of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24 • ASUS M4A88T-M 1-13 You may install a maximum of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. Size SS/ Chip Chip NO.
... 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package CL 9-9-9-27 DIMM support A* B* C* • • • Install the DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for better overclocking performance. • When overclocking, some AMD CPUs may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Use a ...capability Vendor Corsair Kingston Kingston Kingston Part No. The system maps the total size of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24 • ASUS M4A88T-M 1-13 You may install a maximum of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. Size SS/ Chip Chip NO.
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... is keyed with a notch so that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining 1 clips. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing .... DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DIMM notch ASUS M4A88T-M 1-17 Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2.
... is keyed with a notch so that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining 1 clips. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing .... DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DIMM notch ASUS M4A88T-M 1-17 Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2.
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... cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Failure to do not need to the card. 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that came with the PCI...and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the slot. 5. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on the ...
... cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Failure to do not need to the card. 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that came with the PCI...and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the slot. 5. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on the ...
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... your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported • • During POST, only the monitor connected to configure the settings. 11. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for the function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. 14. ASUS M4A88T...
... your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported • • During POST, only the monitor connected to configure the settings. 11. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for the function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. 14. ASUS M4A88T...