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SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Offer to duly provide complete source code as defined in receipt of the product including ...THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. You may contain copyrighted software that we would be no earlier than December 1, 2011, either (1) for free by ASUS; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR...
SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Offer to duly provide complete source code as defined in receipt of the product including ...THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. You may contain copyrighted software that we would be no earlier than December 1, 2011, either (1) for free by ASUS; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR...
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Contents Notices...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M5A88-M 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 Hybrid Processor - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit)*......... 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switch 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS unique features 1-4 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 ...
Contents Notices...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M5A88-M 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 Hybrid Processor - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit)*......... 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switch 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS unique features 1-4 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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...DDR3 1333MHz. *** W hen overclocking, some AMD CPU models may only recognize less than 3GB. Supports 192khz/24bit BD Lossless Sound - With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. ** Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and ... southbridge: - 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with max. Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking (HD mode only) - M5A88-M specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA output Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom™ II...
...DDR3 1333MHz. *** W hen overclocking, some AMD CPU models may only recognize less than 3GB. Supports 192khz/24bit BD Lossless Sound - With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. ** Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and ... southbridge: - 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with max. Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking (HD mode only) - M5A88-M specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA output Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom™ II...
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... increment Overclocking protection - button ASUS Power Solutions - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - HT frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - vChipset (VDDNB): Adjustable chipset voltage at the back panel) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - M5A88-M specifications summary USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Other features...
... increment Overclocking protection - button ASUS Power Solutions - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - HT frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - vChipset (VDDNB): Adjustable chipset voltage at the back panel) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - M5A88-M specifications summary USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Other features...
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x 9.6 in . xiii M5A88-M 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 COM connector 1 ..., ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 Q-Connector (retail version only) 1 x I/O Shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in . (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are...
x 9.6 in . xiii M5A88-M 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 COM connector 1 ..., ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 Q-Connector (retail version only) 1 x I/O Shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in . (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are...
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...the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of the above are for reference only. ASUS M5A88-M 1-1 Actual product specifications may vary with 6.0 Gb/s label 1 x ASUS I/O Shield 1 x 2-in the long line of new ...above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M5A88-M motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A88-M motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables ...
...the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of the above are for reference only. ASUS M5A88-M 1-1 Actual product specifications may vary with 6.0 Gb/s label 1 x ASUS I/O Shield 1 x 2-in the long line of new ...above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M5A88-M motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A88-M motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables ...
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..., SCSI cards and other cards that supports PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. Chapter 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCI slot ASUS M5A88-M 2-15 2.5.4 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB... card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. Refer...
..., SCSI cards and other cards that supports PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. Chapter 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCI slot ASUS M5A88-M 2-15 2.5.4 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB... card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. Refer...
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...and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 Mbps connection speed. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A88-M 2-25 USB910; USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. USB1112; These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND M5A88-M PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 M5A88-M USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the...
...and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 Mbps connection speed. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A88-M 2-25 USB910; USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. USB1112; These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND M5A88-M PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 M5A88-M USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the...
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...GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 M5A88-M ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and ...these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are for details. 8.
...GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 M5A88-M ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and ...these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are for details. 8.
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...and change the value of a field, select it and press to another. 3.3.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the menu items. If an item is a brief description of the selected item. Scroll bar Pop-up window with the configuration ...F10 Select Screen Select Item Change Field Select Field General Help Save and Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2011, American Megatrends, Inc. Main M5A88-M BIOS Setup Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Suspend Mode ACPI Version Features ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Anti Surge Support NB Thermal ...
...and change the value of a field, select it and press to another. 3.3.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the menu items. If an item is a brief description of the selected item. Scroll bar Pop-up window with the configuration ...F10 Select Screen Select Item Change Field Select Field General Help Save and Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2011, American Megatrends, Inc. Main M5A88-M BIOS Setup Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Suspend Mode ACPI Version Features ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Anti Surge Support NB Thermal ...
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Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection of data. [Disabled] Disables this function. This makes more efficient use of the PCI bus as fewer transactions are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your computer to transfer data to enable the LBA mode (Logical Block Addressing mode) ...
Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection of data. [Disabled] Disables this function. This makes more efficient use of the PCI bus as fewer transactions are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your computer to transfer data to enable the LBA mode (Logical Block Addressing mode) ...
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The BIOS automatically detects the BIOS information, CPU specification, and system memory in this menu. Main BIOS Information Version : 0303 Build Date: 03/29/11 M5A88-M BIOS Setup Version 0303 Processor Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 945 Processor Speed : 3000MHz System Memory Installed Size: 1024MB Usable Size : 768MB Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.4.3 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications.
The BIOS automatically detects the BIOS information, CPU specification, and system memory in this menu. Main BIOS Information Version : 0303 Build Date: 03/29/11 M5A88-M BIOS Setup Version 0303 Processor Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 945 Processor Speed : 3000MHz System Memory Installed Size: 1024MB Usable Size : 768MB Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.4.3 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications.
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... C1E Support [Auto] [Auto] Allows automatic selection of cores. [Manual] Manually turn off a specific core. CPU Core Activation [Auto] [Auto] Allows automatic activation of C1E support function. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS Core Unlocker [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the ASUS Core Unlocker to [Manual]. 2nd Core [On] Enables or disables the second CPU core...
... C1E Support [Auto] [Auto] Allows automatic selection of cores. [Manual] Manually turn off a specific core. CPU Core Activation [Auto] [Auto] Allows automatic activation of C1E support function. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS Core Unlocker [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the ASUS Core Unlocker to [Manual]. 2nd Core [On] Enables or disables the second CPU core...
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...Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] 3.7 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to set the emulation type. Main Ai Tweaker M5A88-M BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Power Settings Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration HW ...device to display the configuration options. Select an item then press to initialize. The system adds additional tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. 3.7.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] The system disables the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in...
...Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] 3.7 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to set the emulation type. Main Ai Tweaker M5A88-M BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Power Settings Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration HW ...device to display the configuration options. Select an item then press to initialize. The system adds additional tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. 3.7.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] The system disables the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in...
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... cannot be powered up from S5 by PCI/PCIE devices. [Enabled] Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system through a PCI/PCIE LAN or modem card. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-29 3.7.4 APM Configuration M5A88-M BIOS Setup Power APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power On From...
... cannot be powered up from S5 by PCI/PCIE devices. [Enabled] Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system through a PCI/PCIE LAN or modem card. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-29 3.7.4 APM Configuration M5A88-M BIOS Setup Power APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power On From...
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...Fremont, CA 94539. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : M5A88-M conform with part 15 of the following directives: 2004/.../Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : M5A88-M Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart C, Intentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart E, ...
...Fremont, CA 94539. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : M5A88-M conform with part 15 of the following directives: 2004/.../Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : M5A88-M Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart C, Intentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart E, ...