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...21 PCI/PCIe CLK Status 2-19 2.5 Advanced menu 2-19 2.5.1 CPU Configuration 2-19 2.5.2 Chipset 2-20 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-22 2.5.4 PCIPnP 2-23 2.5.5 USB Configuration 2-23 2.6 Power menu 2-24 2.6.1 Suspend Mode 2-24 2.6.2 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-24 2.6.3 ACPI APIC Support 2-24 2.6.4 APM Configuration 2-24 2.6.5 HW ... Boot menu 2-27 2.7.1 Boot Device Priority 2-27 2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-27 2.7.3 Security 2-28 2.8 Tools menu 2-29 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-29 2.8.2 Express Gate 2-30 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 2-30 2.8.4 AI NET 2 2-31 2.9 Exit menu 2-31
...21 PCI/PCIe CLK Status 2-19 2.5 Advanced menu 2-19 2.5.1 CPU Configuration 2-19 2.5.2 Chipset 2-20 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-22 2.5.4 PCIPnP 2-23 2.5.5 USB Configuration 2-23 2.6 Power menu 2-24 2.6.1 Suspend Mode 2-24 2.6.2 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-24 2.6.3 ACPI APIC Support 2-24 2.6.4 APM Configuration 2-24 2.6.5 HW ... Boot menu 2-27 2.7.1 Boot Device Priority 2-27 2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-27 2.7.3 Security 2-28 2.8 Tools menu 2-29 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-29 2.8.2 Express Gate 2-30 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 2-30 2.8.4 AI NET 2 2-31 2.9 Exit menu 2-31
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... Boost ASUS Hybrid OS - Express Gate ASUS Hybrid Switches - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS O.C. Supports 192khz/24bit BD Lossless Sound - Turbo Key II ASUS Power Solutions - 8+1 Phase Power Design - MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - Profile - ASUS MyLogo 2™ (continued on the next page) TurboV EVO - ASUS EPU ASUS Exclusive Features - M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary Storage / RAID Audio USB IEEE 1394 ASUS unique...
... Boost ASUS Hybrid OS - Express Gate ASUS Hybrid Switches - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS O.C. Supports 192khz/24bit BD Lossless Sound - Turbo Key II ASUS Power Solutions - 8+1 Phase Power Design - MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - Profile - ASUS MyLogo 2™ (continued on the next page) TurboV EVO - ASUS EPU ASUS Exclusive Features - M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary Storage / RAID Audio USB IEEE 1394 ASUS unique...
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... increment - M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Back panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x eSATA port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 8-channel audio ports M4A88T-V EVO/USB3: - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports - 2 x USB 3.0 ports M4A88T-V EVO: - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports Internal connectors/ 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors...
... increment - M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Back panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x eSATA port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 8-channel audio ports M4A88T-V EVO/USB3: - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports - 2 x USB 3.0 ports M4A88T-V EVO: - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports Internal connectors/ 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors...
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USB 3.0 support (for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 only) Experience ultra-fast data transfer at the back panel. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and Blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with USB 2.0 components. It also supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 configurations for digital display ...theater audio systems via the optical S/PDIF (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) out connector at 4.8Gbps with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10x faster and is a set of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The interface of your...
USB 3.0 support (for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 only) Experience ultra-fast data transfer at the back panel. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and Blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with USB 2.0 components. It also supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 configurations for digital display ...theater audio systems via the optical S/PDIF (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) out connector at 4.8Gbps with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10x faster and is a set of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The interface of your...
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.... When installing it . with more power when you need it on USB HDDs or flash drives, connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before entering Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on the motherboard to unleash extra processing capabilities. One... click in touch with just a simple switch. Turbo Unlocker gets you in the TurboV EVO interface and Turbo Unlocker...
.... When installing it . with more power when you need it on USB HDDs or flash drives, connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before entering Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on the motherboard to unleash extra processing capabilities. One... click in touch with just a simple switch. Turbo Unlocker gets you in the TurboV EVO interface and Turbo Unlocker...
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...system up and running in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of the button to patch memory issues. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU and Chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by the ... 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. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that offers users a noiseless PC environment. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO ...
...system up and running in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of the button to patch memory issues. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU and Chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by the ... 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. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that offers users a noiseless PC environment. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO ...
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... switch 1-33 19. V EVO/USB3 only. SATA 3Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA1~6) 1-27 2. DRAM_LED Core Unlocker Turbo Key II 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 LAN1_USB12 2 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR AUDIO CHA_FAN1 ICS 477C AMD® 880G NEC USB3.0 This USB 3.0 controller is provided for M4A88T- Turbo Key II switch (... (64bit, 240-pin module) PWR_FAN DVI_VGA SPDIFO_ HDMI F_ ESATA_ USB34 SOCKET AM3 O2LED2 O2LED1 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®...
... switch 1-33 19. V EVO/USB3 only. SATA 3Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA1~6) 1-27 2. DRAM_LED Core Unlocker Turbo Key II 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 LAN1_USB12 2 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR AUDIO CHA_FAN1 ICS 477C AMD® 880G NEC USB3.0 This USB 3.0 controller is provided for M4A88T- Turbo Key II switch (... (64bit, 240-pin module) PWR_FAN DVI_VGA SPDIFO_ HDMI F_ ESATA_ USB34 SOCKET AM3 O2LED2 O2LED1 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®...
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... making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards... until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-19 Align the card connector with the screw you may cause you intend to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe...
... making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards... until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-19 Align the card connector with the screw you may cause you intend to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe...
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...Linked 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 USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. LAN (RJ-45) port. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter ...16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1. This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. This 15-pin port is for USB 2.0 devices. 5. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again...
...Linked 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 USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. LAN (RJ-45) port. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter ...16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1. This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. This 15-pin port is for USB 2.0 devices. 5. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again...
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... the function of the audio ports in the BIOS to the audio configuration table below for USB 3.0 devices. Refer to [AHCI]. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3). To use hot-plug, set the SATA Port1-Port4 item in the 2, 4,... 6, or 8-channel configuration. Microphone port (pink). USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 (for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, or portable devices. 14...
... the function of the audio ports in the BIOS to the audio configuration table below for USB 3.0 devices. Refer to [AHCI]. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3). To use hot-plug, set the SATA Port1-Port4 item in the 2, 4,... 6, or 8-channel configuration. Microphone port (pink). USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 (for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, or portable devices. 14...
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... Supported • • Not supported • • During POST, only the monitor connected to the D-Sub port has display. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-23 This port is for USB 2.0 devices. Playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)...1920 x 1080p Windows® 7 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 17. HDMI port. The dual display function works only under Windows. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. Dual display output support • This table indicates that you follow the system requirements listed below.
... Supported • • Not supported • • During POST, only the monitor connected to the D-Sub port has display. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-23 This port is for USB 2.0 devices. Playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)...1920 x 1080p Windows® 7 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 17. HDMI port. The dual display function works only under Windows. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. Dual display output support • This table indicates that you follow the system requirements listed below.
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... back of the system chassis. COM1 PIN 1 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-29 USB78 USB910 USB1112 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable...
... back of the system chassis. COM1 PIN 1 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-29 USB78 USB910 USB1112 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable...
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Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module is for an IEEE 1394a port. 10. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to the IEEE 1394a connector. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-31 IE1394_1 TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 PIN 1 TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a USB cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1) This connector is purchased separately.
Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module is for an IEEE 1394a port. 10. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to the IEEE 1394a connector. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-31 IE1394_1 TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 PIN 1 TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a USB cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1) This connector is purchased separately.
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...comes with the motherboard package. c. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. The ASUS Update main screen appears. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-1 Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. From the FTP site, select the ...want to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in the support DVD that allows you to download then click Next. Copy the ...
...comes with the motherboard package. c. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. The ASUS Update main screen appears. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-1 Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. From the FTP site, select the ...want to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in the support DVD that allows you to download then click Next. Copy the ...
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... then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through the Internet. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file...BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 VER: 0202 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 06/22/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] ...
... then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through the Internet. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file...BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 VER: 0202 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 06/22/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] ...
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... the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. • This function supports USB flash disks with motherboard models. Turn on again. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains... updating process. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. Refer to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-3
... the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. • This function supports USB flash disks with motherboard models. Turn on again. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains... updating process. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. Refer to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-3
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...Menu. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus.com and save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS... file that you to Drive D (USB flash drive). Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during ...
...Menu. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus.com and save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS... file that you to Drive D (USB flash drive). Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during ...
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... Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write-protected and has enough free space to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for the extension. 2. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to save the file. 1. Note Saving BIOS: ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-5 Press any... user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 [09/11/19] Current ROM BOARD: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 VER: 0202 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 06/...
... Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write-protected and has enough free space to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for the extension. 2. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to save the file. 1. Note Saving BIOS: ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-5 Press any... user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 [09/11/19] Current ROM BOARD: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 VER: 0202 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 06/...
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...Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Settings M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Version 0202 Configure CPU. The driver developer may enable it for the... Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-19...
...Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode Updation. Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Settings M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Version 0202 Configure CPU. The driver developer may enable it for the... Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-19...
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...Sets the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to malfunction. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-23 Take caution when changing the settings of USB devices at startup. When this item to [Auto] allows... the system to set to change the USB-related features. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is plugged in. 2.5.4 ...
...Sets the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to malfunction. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-23 Take caution when changing the settings of USB devices at startup. When this item to [Auto] allows... the system to set to change the USB-related features. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is plugged in. 2.5.4 ...