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... LEDs 2-31 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-32 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-32 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 3-10...
... LEDs 2-31 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-32 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-32 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 3-10...
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Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These ... system components. ix About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1:...
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These ... system components. ix About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1:...
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... 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 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 subject to change without notice. x 9.6 in . M5A88-M ...
... 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 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 subject to change without notice. x 9.6 in . M5A88-M ...
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... DIY feature collection provides you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your PC's loading. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also...
... DIY feature collection provides you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your PC's loading. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also...
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... A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. ASUS M5A88-M 2-17 MemOK! M5A88-M M5A88-M MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests ... boot and load BIOS default settings. Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. switch to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. function.
... A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. ASUS M5A88-M 2-17 MemOK! M5A88-M M5A88-M MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests ... boot and load BIOS default settings. Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. switch to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. function.
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... needed for details on these utilities. We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or update. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility: Restores the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. Refer to provide enhancements on the screen during the system bootup and requests you ...or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 4. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-1 Carefully follow the instructions of a trained service personnel. 3.2 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to the corresponding sections for system startup in DOS environment using...
... needed for details on these utilities. We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or update. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility: Restores the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. Refer to provide enhancements on the screen during the system bootup and requests you ...or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 4. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-1 Carefully follow the instructions of a trained service personnel. 3.2 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to the corresponding sections for system startup in DOS environment using...
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...: 1. Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update utility allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update utility is available in the optical drive. 2. 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility...
...: 1. Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update utility allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update utility is available in the optical drive. 2. 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility...
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... the onscreen instructions to avail all its features. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file from the dropdown menu, then click Next. 3. M5A88M.ROM ASUS M5A88-M M5A88M Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to complete the update process. Click Next. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for...
... the onscreen instructions to avail all its features. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file from the dropdown menu, then click Next. 3. M5A88M.ROM ASUS M5A88-M M5A88M Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to complete the update process. Click Next. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for...
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...only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to enable it. Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press to ensure system compatibility and stability. Ensure to load .... Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M5A88-M VER: 0303 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 03/29/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [...
...only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to enable it. Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press to ensure system compatibility and stability. Ensure to load .... Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M5A88-M VER: 0303 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 03/29/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [...
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...restore the BIOS file when it to a USB flash drive. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-5 Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and power on the system. 2. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! The system requires you want to use the newer BIOS ...file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using ...
...restore the BIOS file when it to a USB flash drive. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-5 Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and power on the system. 2. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! The system requires you want to use the newer BIOS ...file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using ...
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...select the optical drive as shown. Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to low disk capacity. 3. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to boot using defaults 3. This utility also ...disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. Welcome to update BIOS in NTFS format. • Do not save them on the USB flash drive. • NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. 3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or...
...select the optical drive as shown. Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to low disk capacity. 3. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to boot using defaults 3. This utility also ...disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. Welcome to update BIOS in NTFS format. • Do not save them on the USB flash drive. • NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. 3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or...
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... alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 [09/06/22] Current ROM BOARD: M5A88-M VER: 0303 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 03/29/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has enough free...backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is done! D:\>bupdater /oOLDBIOS1.rom Filename Extension The [filename] is done, press any key to return to continue. When BIOS backup is any key to the DOS prompt. Note Saving BIOS: Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-7
... alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 [09/06/22] Current ROM BOARD: M5A88-M VER: 0303 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 03/29/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has enough free...backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is done! D:\>bupdater /oOLDBIOS1.rom Filename Extension The [filename] is done, press any key to return to continue. When BIOS backup is any key to the DOS prompt. Note Saving BIOS: Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-7
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...BIOS file and press . ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to ensure system compatibility and stability. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to update BIOS? Restart your motherboard user manual for DOS V1.18 [09/06/22] Current ROM BOARD: M5A88-M VER: 0303 (H:00 B:01) DATE...: 03/29/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: M5A88M.ROM 2097152 2010-01-11 17:30:48 Chapter 3 Note [Enter] Select or ...
...BIOS file and press . ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to ensure system compatibility and stability. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to update BIOS? Restart your motherboard user manual for DOS V1.18 [09/06/22] Current ROM BOARD: M5A88-M VER: 0303 (H:00 B:01) DATE...: 03/29/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: M5A88M.ROM 2097152 2010-01-11 17:30:48 Chapter 3 Note [Enter] Select or ...
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3.9 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to run the utility to section 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Main Ai Tweaker Tools Settings ASUS EZ Flash 2 M5A88-M BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot ASUS O.C. This utility supports: 1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2.NTFS (read only) 3.CD-DISC (read only)...ESC Exit Start O.C. Select an item then press to confirm your profile name, [0-9][a-z][A-Z] are acceptable. For more details, refer to select and update BIOS. Status: Add Your CMOS Profile. Chapter 3 3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Profile 5 Status O.C. Name: Save To: Load CMOS ...
3.9 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to run the utility to section 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Main Ai Tweaker Tools Settings ASUS EZ Flash 2 M5A88-M BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot ASUS O.C. This utility supports: 1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2.NTFS (read only) 3.CD-DISC (read only)...ESC Exit Start O.C. Select an item then press to confirm your profile name, [0-9][a-z][A-Z] are acceptable. For more details, refer to select and update BIOS. Status: Add Your CMOS Profile. Chapter 3 3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Profile 5 Status O.C. Name: Save To: Load CMOS ...
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Load CMOS Profiles. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-37 Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration... 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to save the current...Save to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V2.14 Current CMOS BOARD: M5A88-M VER: 0303 (H:00 B:08) DATE: 03/29/2011 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH:...
Load CMOS Profiles. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-37 Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration... 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to save the current...Save to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V2.14 Current CMOS BOARD: M5A88-M VER: 0303 (H:00 B:08) DATE: 03/29/2011 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH:...
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... obtain the corresponding software manuals If Autorun is enabled in your computer. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive. The contents of the user manual. The ... package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that the motherboard supports. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A88-M 4-1 Refer to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Install the necessary drivers to display the ASUS contact information. Click an item to open the folder of the support DVD are subject ...
... obtain the corresponding software manuals If Autorun is enabled in your computer. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive. The contents of the user manual. The ... package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that the motherboard supports. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A88-M 4-1 Refer to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Install the necessary drivers to display the ASUS contact information. Click an item to open the folder of the support DVD are subject ...