User Manual
Page 4
Contents 1.13 Software support 1-37 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-37 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-37 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-8 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-8 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-8 2.2.4 Menu items 2-9 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-9 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-9 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-9 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-9 2.2.9 General help 2-9 2.3 Main menu...
Contents 1.13 Software support 1-37 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-37 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-37 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-8 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-8 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-8 2.2.4 Menu items 2-9 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-9 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-9 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-9 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-9 2.2.9 General help 2-9 2.3 Main menu...
User Manual
Page 7
...manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is set to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Do not place the product in your local power company. • If the power supply is organized This guide ... • 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 the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you detect any...
...manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is set to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Do not place the product in your local power company. • If the power supply is organized This guide ... • 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 the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you detect any...
User Manual
Page 9
...Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to DDR3 1066MHz. ** Refer to www.asus.com for H.264, VC-1, and MPEG-2 Maximum shared memory of 1GB Supports CrossFireX™* and Hybrid CrossFireX™** * For M4A88T-V EVO/USB3, the PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with the PCIe x16_2 slot. resolution up...PCIe X1 slot, refer to the NorthBridge Configuration section in the BIOS for details. ** Refer to www.amd.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® 880G / SB710 Up to 5200MT/s; M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Integrated memory ...
...Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to DDR3 1066MHz. ** Refer to www.asus.com for H.264, VC-1, and MPEG-2 Maximum shared memory of 1GB Supports CrossFireX™* and Hybrid CrossFireX™** * For M4A88T-V EVO/USB3, the PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with the PCIe x16_2 slot. resolution up...PCIe X1 slot, refer to the NorthBridge Configuration section in the BIOS for details. ** Refer to www.amd.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® 880G / SB710 Up to 5200MT/s; M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Integrated memory ...
User Manual
Page 10
... Front Panel Jack-Retasking (HD mode only) - Express Gate ASUS Hybrid Switches - Core Unlocker - MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - Profile - Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O M4A88T-V EVO/USB3: - 2 x USB 3.0 ports (at the back panel)...) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - Turbo Unlocker, TurboV, Auto Tuning, CPU Level UP and GPU Boost ASUS Hybrid OS - ASUS EPU ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Noise Filter - ASUS O.C. M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary Storage / RAID Audio USB IEEE 1394 ASUS unique...
... Front Panel Jack-Retasking (HD mode only) - Express Gate ASUS Hybrid Switches - Core Unlocker - MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - Profile - Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O M4A88T-V EVO/USB3: - 2 x USB 3.0 ports (at the back panel)...) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - Turbo Unlocker, TurboV, Auto Tuning, CPU Level UP and GPU Boost ASUS Hybrid OS - ASUS EPU ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Noise Filter - ASUS O.C. M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary Storage / RAID Audio USB IEEE 1394 ASUS unique...
User Manual
Page 12
xii M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SPI, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers Express Gate AMD OverDrive (AOD) Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ASUS AI Suite II ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xii M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SPI, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers Express Gate AMD OverDrive (AOD) Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ASUS AI Suite II ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
User Manual
Page 15
For M4A88T-V EVO/USB3, the PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with ...-hard enthusiasts to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. record. Even O.C. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-3 Its ability to beginners. 8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio... for the discrete GPUs which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in the BIOS for the best graphics performance. Auto tuning intelligently pushes the system ...
For M4A88T-V EVO/USB3, the PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with ...-hard enthusiasts to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. record. Even O.C. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-3 Its ability to beginners. 8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio... for the discrete GPUs which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in the BIOS for the best graphics performance. Auto tuning intelligently pushes the system ...
User Manual
Page 16
Turbo Unlocker gets you in the TurboV EVO interface and Turbo Unlocker automatically and dynamically adjusts AMD 6-CORE and Black Edition processor frequencies to unleash extra processing capabilities. All in one place ...as overclocking system performance, energy management and fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and direct link to use several functions without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives...
Turbo Unlocker gets you in the TurboV EVO interface and Turbo Unlocker automatically and dynamically adjusts AMD 6-CORE and Black Edition processor frequencies to unleash extra processing capabilities. All in one place ...as overclocking system performance, energy management and fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and direct link to use several functions without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives...
User Manual
Page 17
... button to patch memory issues. MemOK! MemOK! ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file. Profile that offers users a noiseless PC environment. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-5 determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your...
... button to patch memory issues. MemOK! MemOK! ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file. Profile that offers users a noiseless PC environment. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-5 determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your...
User Manual
Page 18
... from the wall socket before touching any component, switch off the ATX power supply and detach its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Failure to do so may cause severe damage to their default settings. Green... ASUS This motherboard and its power cord. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 Chapter 1: ...
... from the wall socket before touching any component, switch off the ATX power supply and detach its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Failure to do so may cause severe damage to their default settings. Green... ASUS This motherboard and its power cord. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 Chapter 1: ...
User Manual
Page 20
... connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-28 5. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-29 USB1112) 8. MemOK! RTL 8111E PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA5 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 11 9 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 AAFP ALC 892 PCIEX16_2 SPDIF_OUT COM1 PCI3 USB78 AMD® SB710 PRI_IDE Lithium Cell CMOS... Power CHA_FAN2 1 12 VT6308P SB_PWR USB910 16Mb BIOS USB1112 IE1394_1 CLRTC PANEL 13 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/...
... connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-28 5. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-29 USB1112) 8. MemOK! RTL 8111E PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA5 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 11 9 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 AAFP ALC 892 PCIEX16_2 SPDIF_OUT COM1 PCI3 USB78 AMD® SB710 PRI_IDE Lithium Cell CMOS... Power CHA_FAN2 1 12 VT6308P SB_PWR USB910 16Mb BIOS USB1112 IE1394_1 CLRTC PANEL 13 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/...
User Manual
Page 31
... the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on the slot... the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-19
... the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on the slot... the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-19
User Manual
Page 32
... the PCIe x16 slots to get better performance. • For M4A88T-V EVO/USB3, the PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with the PCIe x16_2 slot. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in the BIOS for details. • We recommend that you install two CrossFireX...default) to reenter data. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ...
... the PCIe x16 slots to get better performance. • For M4A88T-V EVO/USB3, the PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with the PCIe x16_2 slot. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in the BIOS for details. • We recommend that you install two CrossFireX...default) to reenter data. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ...
User Manual
Page 33
...Connectors Rear panel ports 1 2 3 4 5 67 89 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port (purple). VGA port. This ...BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-21 Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. ...
...Connectors Rear panel ports 1 2 3 4 5 67 89 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port (purple). VGA port. This ...BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-21 Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. ...
User Manual
Page 34
... port connects to an external Serial ATA hard disk drive. IEEE 1394a port. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for M4A88T-V EVO). Refer to [AHCI]. See section 2.3.4 SATA Configuration for the function of the audio ports in the 4, 6, and 8-channel audio configurations. ... may be different based on the OS). These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3). This port connects to the side speakers in the BIOS to the audio configuration table below for details. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Rear Speaker Out - 6-channel...
... port connects to an external Serial ATA hard disk drive. IEEE 1394a port. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for M4A88T-V EVO). Refer to [AHCI]. See section 2.3.4 SATA Configuration for the function of the audio ports in the 4, 6, and 8-channel audio configurations. ... may be different based on the OS). These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3). This port connects to the side speakers in the BIOS to the audio configuration table below for details. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Rear Speaker Out - 6-channel...
User Manual
Page 35
... DIMM BIOS setup Suggested list AMD® Phenom™ II x4 805 DDR3 1333 2G x 2 Frame Buffer Size - 256MB or higher File format Non-protected clips Blu-ray Windows® XP 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p Best resolution Windows® Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p Windows® 7 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 17. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO...
... DIMM BIOS setup Suggested list AMD® Phenom™ II x4 805 DDR3 1333 2G x 2 Frame Buffer Size - 256MB or higher File format Non-protected clips Blu-ray Windows® XP 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p Best resolution Windows® Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p Windows® 7 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 17. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO...
User Manual
Page 39
... RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 SATA connectors • These connectors are for the Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial ATA hard... type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to [AHCI]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB710 controller. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-27 In IDE mode, you can...
... RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 SATA connectors • These connectors are for the Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial ATA hard... type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to [AHCI]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB710 controller. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-27 In IDE mode, you can...
User Manual
Page 42
...panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 SPDIF_OUT M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Digital audio connector Ensure that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of Sound playback is purchased separately... for details. • The front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to configure the setting. 8. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to [HD Audio].
...panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 SPDIF_OUT M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Digital audio connector Ensure that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of Sound playback is purchased separately... for details. • The front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to configure the setting. 8. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to [HD Audio].
User Manual
Page 44
M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Core Unlocker switch • The O2LED1 LED near the Core Unlocker switch lights when the ... O2LED1 LED. • You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu to activate the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you have made.... • If you load the BIOS setup defaults, the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu follows the current setting of the Core Unlocker switch. • If you clear the CMOS,...
M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Core Unlocker switch • The O2LED1 LED near the Core Unlocker switch lights when the ... O2LED1 LED. • You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu to activate the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you have made.... • If you load the BIOS setup defaults, the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu follows the current setting of the Core Unlocker switch. • If you clear the CMOS,...
User Manual
Page 45
...M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. switch • Refer to test one set of failsafe settings. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to boot and load BIOS... of failsafe settings. switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! function. 2. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-33 Press and hold ...
...M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. switch • Refer to test one set of failsafe settings. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to boot and load BIOS... of failsafe settings. switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! function. 2. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-33 Press and hold ...
User Manual
Page 46
... turned to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the Turbo Key II switch. • If you have made. 1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction 3. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Turbo Key II switch • The O2LED2 LED near the Turbo Key II switch lights when the switch setting is powered off. Refer to Enable... environment, the Turbo Key II function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the TurboV Auto Tuning, overclock in the BIOS menu follow the current setting of the O2LED2 LED. • If you clear the CMOS or load the...
... turned to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the Turbo Key II switch. • If you have made. 1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction 3. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Turbo Key II switch • The O2LED2 LED near the Turbo Key II switch lights when the switch setting is powered off. Refer to Enable... environment, the Turbo Key II function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the TurboV Auto Tuning, overclock in the BIOS menu follow the current setting of the O2LED2 LED. • If you clear the CMOS or load the...