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... 1.12 Onboard LEDs 1-31 1.13 Software support 1-32 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-32 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-32 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help...
... 1.12 Onboard LEDs 1-31 1.13 Software support 1-32 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-32 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-32 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help...
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... system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before you are not sure about the voltage of the BIOS parameters are connected. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you encounter technical... • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to fix it by yourself. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that came with the ...
... system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before you are not sure about the voltage of the BIOS parameters are connected. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you encounter technical... • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to fix it by yourself. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that came with the ...
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...next page) PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz up to 150MHz at 0.003125V increment - Turbo Key - Profile ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 Intelligent overclocking tool: - Auto Tuning (Fast Mode only) * GPU NOS does not work under...): - Core Unlocker Anti-Surge Protection ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design: Heatsink Solution ASUS Q-Fan ASUS overclocking features ASUS EZ DIY ASUS O.C. vDIMM: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 1MHz increment - M4A88T-M specifications summary USB LAN ASUS unique features 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6...
...next page) PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz up to 150MHz at 0.003125V increment - Turbo Key - Profile ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 Intelligent overclocking tool: - Auto Tuning (Fast Mode only) * GPU NOS does not work under...): - Core Unlocker Anti-Surge Protection ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design: Heatsink Solution ASUS Q-Fan ASUS overclocking features ASUS EZ DIY ASUS O.C. vDIMM: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 1MHz increment - M4A88T-M specifications summary USB LAN ASUS unique features 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6...
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...M4A88T-M specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Combo port (Keyboard & Mouse) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS...in (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. button 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5,ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I /O ports 3 x USB...
...M4A88T-M specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Combo port (Keyboard & Mouse) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS...in (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. button 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5,ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I /O ports 3 x USB...
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...design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS Core Unlocker 12 ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of real-time OC --- After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances ...rebooting the OS, and its user-friendly interface makes overclocking easy with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenalin rush of a latent AMD® CPU. This ...
...design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS Core Unlocker 12 ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of real-time OC --- After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances ...rebooting the OS, and its user-friendly interface makes overclocking easy with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenalin rush of a latent AMD® CPU. This ...
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...to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. It provides you turn on the environment. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. C.P.R. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ... while minimizing the impact on the system and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to their default settings. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-5 ASUS MyLogo 2™ Turn your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to overclocking failure. feature automatically restores the CPU default...
...to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. It provides you turn on the environment. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. C.P.R. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ... while minimizing the impact on the system and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to their default settings. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-5 ASUS MyLogo 2™ Turn your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to overclocking failure. feature automatically restores the CPU default...
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.... Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Keep the screw for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make...
.... Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Keep the screw for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make...
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...settings to pins 1-2. 3. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 M4A88T-M Normal (Default) M4A88T-M Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move...overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-19 Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 1.9 Jumpers 1.
...settings to pins 1-2. 3. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 M4A88T-M Normal (Default) M4A88T-M Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move...overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-19 Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 1.9 Jumpers 1.
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Playback of Blu-ray discs • For better playback quality, we recommend that you follow the system requirements listed below. CPU DIMM BIOS setup Playback software Suggested list AMD® Phenom™ II x4 955 DDR3 1333 Frame Buffer Size - 256MB or higher CyberLink® PowerDVD 9 File format ...
Playback of Blu-ray discs • For better playback quality, we recommend that you follow the system requirements listed below. CPU DIMM BIOS setup Playback software Suggested list AMD® Phenom™ II x4 955 DDR3 1333 Frame Buffer Size - 256MB or higher CyberLink® PowerDVD 9 File format ...
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... operating system on a hard disk drive that includes a RAID/AHCI set the SATA Port1-Port4 and SATA Port5-Port6 items in the BIOS to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA..., Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive. • For more details on RAID/AHCI, refer to [RAID]. 3. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-25 SATA4 SATA5 SATA6 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND...
... operating system on a hard disk drive that includes a RAID/AHCI set the SATA Port1-Port4 and SATA Port5-Port6 items in the BIOS to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA..., Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive. • For more details on RAID/AHCI, refer to [RAID]. 3. ASUS M4A88T-M 1-25 SATA4 SATA5 SATA6 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND...
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...is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. 4. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL...) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR Ground Reset Ground M4A88T-M IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply M4A88T-M System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power...
...is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. 4. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL...) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR Ground Reset Ground M4A88T-M IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply M4A88T-M System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power...
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...OS). Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND M4A88T-M SPDIF_OUT M4A88T-M Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device of Sound playback is for details. • The front panel audio I /O module ...cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to this connector. Connect one end of the motherboard high-definition ...
...OS). Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND M4A88T-M SPDIF_OUT M4A88T-M Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device of Sound playback is for details. • The front panel audio I /O module ...cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to this connector. Connect one end of the motherboard high-definition ...
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...the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during... blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for about 30 seconds for the system to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly ... continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. M4A88T-M M4A88T-M MemOK!
...the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during... blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for about 30 seconds for the system to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly ... continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. M4A88T-M M4A88T-M MemOK!
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... disk in case you want to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. c. ASUS M4A88T-M 2-1 b. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. From the dropdown list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). •...
... disk in case you want to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. c. ASUS M4A88T-M 2-1 b. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. From the dropdown list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). •...
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...program. Always update the utility to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found . To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M4A88T-M VER: 2106 (H:00 B:07) DATE: 05/27/2010 Update ...from a file, then click Next. Press to avail all its features. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Before you to enable it. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through ...
...program. Always update the utility to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found . To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M4A88T-M VER: 2106 (H:00 B:07) DATE: 05/27/2010 Update ...from a file, then click Next. Press to avail all its features. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Before you to enable it. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through ...
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.... Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS M4A88T-M 2-3 Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the USB flash drive into M4A88TM.ROM. • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Turn off the system after the utility completes the...
.... Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS M4A88T-M 2-3 Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the USB flash drive into M4A88TM.ROM. • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Turn off the system after the utility completes the...
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... Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can enable the security password feature or change the configuration of the SPI chip. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to reconfigure your computer in section 2.1 Managing and updating your system using the first two options. The SPI chip on...
... Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can enable the security password feature or change the configuration of the SPI chip. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to reconfigure your computer in section 2.1 Managing and updating your system using the first two options. The SPI chip on...
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... changing the system boot configuration Tools For configuring options for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select a field. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Advanced M4A88T-M BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Thu 01/10/2002] Primary IDE... Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. Use [+] or [-] to another. ASUS M4A88T-M 2-5
... changing the system boot configuration Tools For configuring options for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select a field. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Advanced M4A88T-M BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Thu 01/10/2002] Primary IDE... Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. Use [+] or [-] to another. ASUS M4A88T-M 2-5
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... Press the / arrow keys or / keys to display a list of a menu screen when there are items that the item has a submenu. M4A88T-M BIOS Setup Advanced CPU Configuration Module Version: 13.55 AGESA Version: 3.5.2.0 AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 945 Processor Revision: C2 Cache L1: 512KB Cache L2: 2048KB ...
... Press the / arrow keys or / keys to display a list of a menu screen when there are items that the item has a submenu. M4A88T-M BIOS Setup Advanced CPU Configuration Module Version: 13.55 AGESA Version: 3.5.2.0 AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 945 Processor Revision: C2 Cache L1: 512KB Cache L2: 2048KB ...
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Select Screen Select Item +- The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). Setting this item to configure system Time. ASUS M4A88T-M 2-7 There is a separate submenu for information on the menu screen ... the presence of the appropriate IDE/SATA device type. Select [CDROM] if you an overview of IDE/SATA drive. Main Advanced M4A88T-M BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Thu 01/10/2002] Primary IDE Master ...
Select Screen Select Item +- The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). Setting this item to configure system Time. ASUS M4A88T-M 2-7 There is a separate submenu for information on the menu screen ... the presence of the appropriate IDE/SATA device type. Select [CDROM] if you an overview of IDE/SATA drive. Main Advanced M4A88T-M BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Thu 01/10/2002] Primary IDE Master ...