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...of this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are included in this product. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED... PURPOSE. or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which is distributed without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Offer to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Product warranty or service will not be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open ...
...of this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are included in this product. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED... PURPOSE. or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which is distributed without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Offer to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Product warranty or service will not be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open ...
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Contents Notices...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M4A88TD-M/USB3 specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switch 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS unique features 1-3 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction...
Contents Notices...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M4A88TD-M/USB3 specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switch 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS unique features 1-3 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction...
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... 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-38 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-10 3.3.4 Menu items 3-10 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-10 3.3.6 Configuration fields...
... 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-38 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-10 3.3.4 Menu items 3-10 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-10 3.3.6 Configuration fields...
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... 3-30 3.7.6 Anti Surge Support 3-31 3.7.7 NB Thermal Protect 3-31 3.8 Boot menu 3-32 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority 3-32 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-33 3.8.3 Security 3-34 3.9 Tools menu 3-36 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-36 3.9.2 Express Gate 3-36 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-37 3.9.4 AI NET 2 3-38 3.10 Exit menu 3-39
... 3-30 3.7.6 Anti Surge Support 3-31 3.7.7 NB Thermal Protect 3-31 3.8 Boot menu 3-32 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority 3-32 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-33 3.8.3 Security 3-34 3.9 Tools menu 3-36 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-36 3.9.2 Express Gate 3-36 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-37 3.9.4 AI NET 2 3-38 3.10 Exit menu 3-39
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... 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS AI Suite 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS EPU 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS Express Gate 4-8 4.3.7 Audio configurations 4-9 4.3.8 ASUS GPU Boost 4-10 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-11 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-11 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-12 4.4.3 Using CPU Level UP 4-13 4.4.4 Using...
... 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS AI Suite 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS EPU 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS Express Gate 4-8 4.3.7 Audio configurations 4-9 4.3.8 ASUS GPU Boost 4-10 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-11 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-11 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-12 4.4.3 Using CPU Level UP 4-13 4.4.4 Using...
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... cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that interference will not occur in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation...
... cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that interference will not occur in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation...
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Contact a qualified service technician or your local power company. • If the power supply is set to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your retailer. Do not place the product in your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard,...
Contact a qualified service technician or your local power company. • If the power supply is set to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your retailer. Do not place the product in your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard,...
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... include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when ... Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ix These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This ...
... include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when ... Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ix These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This ...
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Conventions used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this guide To ensure that you must press the enclosed key. Italics Used to help you complete a task. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. Example: means that you must press the Enter or Return key. + + If you MUST follow to select....
Conventions used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this guide To ensure that you must press the enclosed key. Italics Used to help you complete a task. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. Example: means that you must press the Enter or Return key. + + If you MUST follow to select....
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...133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET2 ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - M4A88TD-M/USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA output Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ ... Processors AMD® 140W CPU Support AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology Supports 45nm CPU AMD® 880G / SB850 Up to www.asus.com or this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333 MHz. ** When you are using a maximum of 3 GB system memory if you install...
...133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET2 ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - M4A88TD-M/USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA output Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ ... Processors AMD® 140W CPU Support AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology Supports 45nm CPU AMD® 880G / SB850 Up to www.asus.com or this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333 MHz. ** When you are using a maximum of 3 GB system memory if you install...
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... at 0.003125V increment - HT frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection - Express Gate ASUS Hybrid Switch - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent oberclocking tools - M4A88TD-M/USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Other features Back panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xii MemOK! vDIMM: Adjustable DRAM...
... at 0.003125V increment - HT frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection - Express Gate ASUS Hybrid Switch - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent oberclocking tools - M4A88TD-M/USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Other features Back panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xii MemOK! vDIMM: Adjustable DRAM...
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xiii M4A88TD-M/USB3 specifications summary Internal connectors / switches / buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 4 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 connectors support additional 8 USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports 1 x IDE connector 1 x COM connector 1 x ... ATX 12V Power connector 16 Mb Flash ROM, SPI, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial...
xiii M4A88TD-M/USB3 specifications summary Internal connectors / switches / buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 4 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 connectors support additional 8 USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports 1 x IDE connector 1 x COM connector 1 x ... ATX 12V Power connector 16 Mb Flash ROM, SPI, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial...
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... items above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4A88TD-M/USB3 motherboard! Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A88TD-M/USB3 motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different models.... The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 ...
... items above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4A88TD-M/USB3 motherboard! Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A88TD-M/USB3 motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different models.... The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 ...
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...the 45nm manufacturing process. AMD® 880G Chipset AMD® 880G Chipset is supported by Windows® 7 / Vista OS only. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with an onboard GPU and a discrete GPU. * Hybrid CrossFireX™ is designed to support up to ...Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8 Gb/s with less power consumption. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in line with the ASUS vision of the current bus systems. Hybrid CrossFireX™ support* ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology greatly boosts graphics performance with the European ...
...the 45nm manufacturing process. AMD® 880G Chipset AMD® 880G Chipset is supported by Windows® 7 / Vista OS only. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with an onboard GPU and a discrete GPU. * Hybrid CrossFireX™ is designed to support up to ...Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8 Gb/s with less power consumption. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in line with the ASUS vision of the current bus systems. Hybrid CrossFireX™ support* ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology greatly boosts graphics performance with the European ...
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...provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows® OS. 1.3.5 ASUS unique features ASUS Power Solutions ASUS Power solutions intelligently and automatically provide balanced computing power and energy consumption. 4+1 Phase Power Design Unleashes ultimate...offers more options to advanced overclockers to beginners. Moreover, upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with just one touch; ASUS M4A88TD-M/USB3 1-3 Even O.C. Enjoy an instant performance boost by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power usage for critical PC...
...provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows® OS. 1.3.5 ASUS unique features ASUS Power Solutions ASUS Power solutions intelligently and automatically provide balanced computing power and energy consumption. 4+1 Phase Power Design Unleashes ultimate...offers more options to advanced overclockers to beginners. Moreover, upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with just one touch; ASUS M4A88TD-M/USB3 1-3 Even O.C. Enjoy an instant performance boost by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power usage for critical PC...
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...settings. This protection eliminates the need to patch memory issues and get your system up your system booting success. MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more . The beautifully curved fins not only upgrade the visual enjoyment for the ultimate overclocking... most precise setting for motherboard users, but a push of fan speed to share and distribute your PC's loading. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is able to determine failsafe settings that allows you to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions...
...settings. This protection eliminates the need to patch memory issues and get your system up your system booting success. MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more . The beautifully curved fins not only upgrade the visual enjoyment for the ultimate overclocking... most precise setting for motherboard users, but a push of fan speed to share and distribute your PC's loading. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is able to determine failsafe settings that allows you to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions...
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... damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-M/USB3 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug...
... damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-M/USB3 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug...
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 NEC USB3.0 Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 NEC USB3.0 Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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... panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 2-32 2-33 2-5 2-10 2-31 2-29 2-36 2-21 2-28 2-20 2-29 2-34 2-36 2-30 2-37 2-22 2-32 2-31 Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-M/USB3 2-3 DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) 8. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 18. 2.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. AM3 CPU Socket...
... panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 2-32 2-33 2-5 2-10 2-31 2-29 2-36 2-21 2-28 2-20 2-29 2-34 2-36 2-30 2-37 2-22 2-32 2-31 Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-M/USB3 2-3 DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) 8. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 18. 2.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. AM3 CPU Socket...