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Motherboard M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 5/26/10 3:43:48 PM
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... Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M4A88TD-V EVO/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 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switches 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 2-4 2.2.4 Screw...
... Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M4A88TD-V EVO/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 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switches 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 2-4 2.2.4 Screw...
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... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in a ...This device complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment. vii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content7 7 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment... This symbol of parts and recycling. DO NOT throw the motherboard in a particular installation.
... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in a ...This device complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment. vii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content7 7 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment... This symbol of parts and recycling. DO NOT throw the motherboard in a particular installation.
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...surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. viii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content8 8 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord...are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you are connected. Contact a qualified service technician...
...surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. viii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content8 8 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord...are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you are connected. Contact a qualified service technician...
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... guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 ix 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM It includes description of the support...
... guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 ix 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM It includes description of the support...
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... 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 motherboard! Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different...
... 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 motherboard! Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different...
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...1.3.1 Product highlights AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors (socket AM3) This motherboard supports AMD® AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with just one touch; AMD® SB850... with the advanced 3D settings, and check the effects with USB 2.0 devices. 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor* TurboV EVO The ultimate O.C. Dual-Channel DDR3 2000 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2000 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066...
...1.3.1 Product highlights AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors (socket AM3) This motherboard supports AMD® AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with just one touch; AMD® SB850... with the advanced 3D settings, and check the effects with USB 2.0 devices. 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor* TurboV EVO The ultimate O.C. Dual-Channel DDR3 2000 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2000 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066...
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... To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU's potential, this motherboard has adopted the brand new 8-phase VRM power design, which delivers high power efficiency and supreme overclocking ability. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 1-3 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM Chapter 1 Auto... Tuning Auto Tuning is an ASUS exclusive OS that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up....
... To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU's potential, this motherboard has adopted the brand new 8-phase VRM power design, which delivers high power efficiency and supreme overclocking ability. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 1-3 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM Chapter 1 Auto... Tuning Auto Tuning is an ASUS exclusive OS that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up....
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... beautifully curved fins not only upgrade the visual enjoyment for the ultimate overclocking configuration. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to restore corrupted BIOS data from switching power supply... issues and get your favorite settings. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is able to determine failsafe settings that allows you with the elegant appearance! Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by the northbridge chipset...
... beautifully curved fins not only upgrade the visual enjoyment for the ultimate overclocking configuration. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to restore corrupted BIOS data from switching power supply... issues and get your favorite settings. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is able to determine failsafe settings that allows you with the elegant appearance! Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by the northbridge chipset...
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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. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any ... the power cord is detached from the wall socket before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 2-1 5/26/10 3:44:02 PM
...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. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any ... the power cord is detached from the wall socket before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 2-1 5/26/10 3:44:02 PM
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Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 2 4 24.4cm(9.6in) KB_USB56 CPU_FAN SPDIFO_ HDMI EATX12V VGA DVI F_ ESATA_ USB34 LAN1_USB12 SOCKET AM3 DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (... Unlocker Turbo Key II 2 O2LED2 5 6 O2LED1 7 8 MemOK! 9 10 1 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR AUDIO CHA_FAN ICS 477C AMD® 880G NEC USB3.0 PCIEX1_1 SATA5 SATA2 11 PCIEX16_1 RTL 8111E M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA3 SATA1 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 AAFP ALC 892 PCIEX16_2 SPDIF_OUT COM1 PCI3 USB1314 AMD® SB850 PRI_EIDE Lithium Cell CMOS Power...
Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 2 4 24.4cm(9.6in) KB_USB56 CPU_FAN SPDIFO_ HDMI EATX12V VGA DVI F_ ESATA_ USB34 LAN1_USB12 SOCKET AM3 DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (... Unlocker Turbo Key II 2 O2LED2 5 6 O2LED1 7 8 MemOK! 9 10 1 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR AUDIO CHA_FAN ICS 477C AMD® 880G NEC USB3.0 PCIEX1_1 SATA5 SATA2 11 PCIEX16_1 RTL 8111E M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA3 SATA1 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 AAFP ALC 892 PCIEX16_2 SPDIF_OUT COM1 PCI3 USB1314 AMD® SB850 PRI_EIDE Lithium Cell CMOS Power...
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The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Chapter 2 2-4 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:44:06 PM
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Chapter 2 2-4 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:44:06 PM
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Chapter 2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3 socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. The CPU fits in completely. Otherwise, the CPU will not fit...the connectors on the motherboard. M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 CPU socket AM3 2. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3 socket. Socket lever ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content5 5 2-5 5/...
Chapter 2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3 socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. The CPU fits in completely. Otherwise, the CPU will not fit...the connectors on the motherboard. M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 CPU socket AM3 2. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3 socket. Socket lever ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content5 5 2-5 5/...
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... • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content7 7 2-7 5/26/10 3:44:19 PM 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...
... • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content7 7 2-7 5/26/10 3:44:19 PM 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...
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ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 2-9 5/26/10 3:44:21 PM When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatible with old 3-pin CPU fan. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND Chapter 2 5. CPU_FAN M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 CPU fan connector • Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 2-9 5/26/10 3:44:21 PM When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatible with old 3-pin CPU fan. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND Chapter 2 5. CPU_FAN M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 CPU fan connector • Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
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... 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:44:25 PM Chapter 2 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: Install one...
... 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:44:25 PM Chapter 2 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: Install one...
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... system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you do any of the following: - ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 2-11 5/26/10 3:44:25 PM Under the default state, some AMD CPUs may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs. •... non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. Any excess memory from...
... system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you do any of the following: - ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 2-11 5/26/10 3:44:25 PM Under the default state, some AMD CPUs may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs. •... non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. Any excess memory from...
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...• • • • • • • • DDR3 1800 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. KINGSTON KHX2000C9D3T1K3/3GX(XMP) 3072MB(kit of 2) DS - - OCZ QCZ3P18004GK...24 1.65V • • Install the DDR3 2000 DIMM on the next page) 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content12 12 5/26/10 3:44:27 PM OCZ OCZ3P18004GK 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - KINGSTON KHX2000C8D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of...
...• • • • • • • • DDR3 1800 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. KINGSTON KHX2000C9D3T1K3/3GX(XMP) 3072MB(kit of 2) DS - - OCZ QCZ3P18004GK...24 1.65V • • Install the DDR3 2000 DIMM on the next page) 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content12 12 5/26/10 3:44:27 PM OCZ OCZ3P18004GK 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - KINGSTON KHX2000C8D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of...
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... sitting of the DIMM. 3 Locked Retaining Clip Always insert the DIMM into the socket. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2-16 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content16 16 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:44:37 PM Chapter 2 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to prevent DIMM notch damage. 2.4.4 ...Removing a DIMM 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by both the motherboard and the components. 1. Apply force to both ends of its ends, then insert the DIMM vertically into the socket VERTICALLY to unplug the ...
... sitting of the DIMM. 3 Locked Retaining Clip Always insert the DIMM into the socket. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2-16 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content16 16 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:44:37 PM Chapter 2 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to prevent DIMM notch damage. 2.4.4 ...Removing a DIMM 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by both the motherboard and the components. 1. Apply force to both ends of its ends, then insert the DIMM vertically into the socket VERTICALLY to unplug the ...
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... the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Replace the system cover....Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Keep the screw for the expansion card. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content17 17 2-17 5/26/10 3:44:38 PM Failure to install expansion ...
... the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Replace the system cover....Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Keep the screw for the expansion card. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content17 17 2-17 5/26/10 3:44:38 PM Failure to install expansion ...