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......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 ... a DIMM 2-16 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card 2-17 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 2-17 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments 2-18 2.5.4 PCI slots 2-19 2.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot 2-19...
......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 ... a DIMM 2-16 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card 2-17 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 2-17 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments 2-18 2.5.4 PCI slots 2-19 2.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot 2-19...
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...information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate 4-7 4.3.6 Audio configurations 4-8 4.3.7 ASUS GPU Boost 4-9 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-10 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-10 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto ...174; CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 ATI®...
...information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate 4-7 4.3.6 Audio configurations 4-8 4.3.7 ASUS GPU Boost 4-9 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-10 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-10 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto ...174; CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 ATI®...
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...interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This class B digital apparatus complies with... to try to correct the interference by the party responsible for help. vii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content7 7 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM This product has been designed to assure ...with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of the monitor to the graphics card is no guarantee that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in...
...interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This class B digital apparatus complies with... to try to correct the interference by the party responsible for help. vii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content7 7 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM This product has been designed to assure ...with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of the monitor to the graphics card is no guarantee that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in...
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...Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when...5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support This chapter describes the ATI® CrossFireX™ feature and shows the graphics card installation procedures. E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 ix 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This...
...Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when...5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support This chapter describes the ATI® CrossFireX™ feature and shows the graphics card installation procedures. E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 ix 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This...
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...motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure to install expansion cards. Ensure to the tables on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you ...card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Keep the screw for the card. 2. Secure the card to the card. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. When using PCI cards on the next page. 3. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO...
...motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure to install expansion cards. Ensure to the tables on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you ...card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Keep the screw for the card. 2. Secure the card to the card. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. When using PCI cards on the next page. 3. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO...
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2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Chapter 2 PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (gray, at x 4 link) PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue, at x 16 link) ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content19 19 2-19 5/26/10 3:44:39...
2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Chapter 2 PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (gray, at x 4 link) PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue, at x 16 link) ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content19 19 2-19 5/26/10 3:44:39...
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... the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content20 20 5/26/10 3:44:41 PM See page 2-33 for details. 2.6 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This ...default) to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN when using multiple graphics cards for details. • Connect a chassis fan to pins 2-3. See page 2-35 for better thermal environment. Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1.
... the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content20 20 5/26/10 3:44:41 PM See page 2-33 for details. 2.6 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This ...default) to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN when using multiple graphics cards for details. • Connect a chassis fan to pins 2-3. See page 2-35 for better thermal environment. Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1.
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CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The ...feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN for better thermal environment. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content33 33 2-33 5/26/10 3:45:01...
CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The ...feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN for better thermal environment. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content33 33 2-33 5/26/10 3:45:01...
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ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content35 35 2-35 5/26/10 3:45:05 PM Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATX12V EATXPWR M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC PIN 1 GND +3 Volts GND +12 Volts GND +12 Volts GND +5V Standby Power ...a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with 1000W power or above to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug;...
ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content35 35 2-35 5/26/10 3:45:05 PM Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATX12V EATXPWR M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC PIN 1 GND +3 Volts GND +12 Volts GND +12 Volts GND +5V Standby Power ...a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with 1000W power or above to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug;...
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... call while the computer is in Soft-off mode. [Enabled] The computer could be made on the system through a PCI/PCIE LAN or modem card. Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Enables or disables PS/2 keyboard to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and System Time ...When set to generate a wake event. The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running. Chapter 3 3-32 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content32 32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:47 PM 3.7.4 APM Configuration Restore On AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system ...
... call while the computer is in Soft-off mode. [Enabled] The computer could be made on the system through a PCI/PCIE LAN or modem card. Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Enables or disables PS/2 keyboard to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and System Time ...When set to generate a wake event. The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running. Chapter 3 3-32 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content32 32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:47 PM 3.7.4 APM Configuration Restore On AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system ...
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... to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista / 7, go to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Select your computer. Close all current applications. 2. Turn off your current graphics card drivers. 4. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 5-1 5/26/10 3:46:24 PM Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.1.1 Requirements • Prepare two identical...
... to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista / 7, go to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Select your computer. Close all current applications. 2. Turn off your current graphics card drivers. 4. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 5-1 5/26/10 3:46:24 PM Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.1.1 Requirements • Prepare two identical...
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...refer to the goldfingers on the slots. 4. Ensure that the cards are for multi-graphics card installation. 3. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. 2. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources ... CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are properly seated on each graphics card. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with graphics cards) 5. Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to Chapter 2 in place. Goldfingers 5-2 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content2 2 Chapter ...
...refer to the goldfingers on the slots. 4. Ensure that the cards are for multi-graphics card installation. 3. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. 2. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources ... CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are properly seated on each graphics card. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with graphics cards) 5. Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to Chapter 2 in place. Goldfingers 5-2 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content2 2 Chapter ...
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..., click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. 2. Chapter 5 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology. Select Enable CrossFireX. 4. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 2 3 4 5-3 5/26/10 3:46:36 PM Right-click on the Windows® desktop and select Catalyst(TM) Control Center...
..., click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. 2. Chapter 5 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology. Select Enable CrossFireX. 4. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 2 3 4 5-3 5/26/10 3:46:36 PM Right-click on the Windows® desktop and select Catalyst(TM) Control Center...
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...The motherboard supports the ATI® Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology that allows you proceed Configure the BIOS settings for the graphics card to support ATI Hybrid CrossFireX. Press to run the DVD. 2. Insert the Support DVD that your system meets the following ... processing units (GPU) CrossFireX cards. 5.2.1 System requirements Before using ATI Hybrid CrossFireX, ensure that comes with your computer after the installation is enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to load automatically. 5-4 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 Chapter 5: ATI®...
...The motherboard supports the ATI® Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology that allows you proceed Configure the BIOS settings for the graphics card to support ATI Hybrid CrossFireX. Press to run the DVD. 2. Insert the Support DVD that your system meets the following ... processing units (GPU) CrossFireX cards. 5.2.1 System requirements Before using ATI Hybrid CrossFireX, ensure that comes with your computer after the installation is enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to load automatically. 5-4 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 Chapter 5: ATI®...
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... ATI CATALYST(R) Control Center from the shortcut menu. Click Graphics Settings > CrossFire™, then clear the Enable CrossFire™ check box. Right-click on graphics card is set to the User Guide that comes with your motherboard. When a confirmation message pops up , click Yes. Using the onboard graphics...; desktop, and then click ATI CATALYST(R) Control Center from the shortcut menu. Click Graphics Settings > CrossFire™, then select the Enable CrossFire™ check box. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content5 5 5-5 5/26/10 3:46:38 PM
... ATI CATALYST(R) Control Center from the shortcut menu. Click Graphics Settings > CrossFire™, then clear the Enable CrossFire™ check box. Right-click on graphics card is set to the User Guide that comes with your motherboard. When a confirmation message pops up , click Yes. Using the onboard graphics...; desktop, and then click ATI CATALYST(R) Control Center from the shortcut menu. Click Graphics Settings > CrossFire™, then select the Enable CrossFire™ check box. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content5 5 5-5 5/26/10 3:46:38 PM
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... OK, and then Yes from the shortcut menu. Select ATI Radeon HD 4250 Graphics [Gabbs, G HW173]. When a confirmation pops up the onboard graphics card as your main monitor. 5-6 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content6 6 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5/26/10 3:46:40 PM The screen blacks out for about one minute. 8. Follow...
... OK, and then Yes from the shortcut menu. Select ATI Radeon HD 4250 Graphics [Gabbs, G HW173]. When a confirmation pops up the onboard graphics card as your main monitor. 5-6 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content6 6 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5/26/10 3:46:40 PM The screen blacks out for about one minute. 8. Follow...