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... 2-30 2.9 Onboard 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 3.3.7 Pop-up...
... 2-30 2.9 Onboard 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 3.3.7 Pop-up...
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... Boost 4-9 4.3.8 Turbo Unlocker 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 ASUS Turbo Key 4-13 4.5 RAID configurations 4-14 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-14 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-15 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-15 4.5.4 AMD® Option ROM...
... Boost 4-9 4.3.8 Turbo Unlocker 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 ASUS Turbo Key 4-13 4.5 RAID configurations 4-14 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-14 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-15 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-15 4.5.4 AMD® Option ROM...
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... and for product and software updates. 1. It includes description of the support DVD that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer...
... and for product and software updates. 1. It includes description of the support DVD that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer...
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... to 550MHz at 0.003125V increment - TurboV, Auto Tuning, CPU Level UP, Turbo Unlocker, and GPU Boost ASUS Hybrid Switches: - GPU Boost Precision Tweaker 2 - Core Unlocker - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - TPU - ASUS EPU ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent overclocking tools - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment - HT frequency tuning...
... to 550MHz at 0.003125V increment - TurboV, Auto Tuning, CPU Level UP, Turbo Unlocker, and GPU Boost ASUS Hybrid Switches: - GPU Boost Precision Tweaker 2 - Core Unlocker - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - TPU - ASUS EPU ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent overclocking tools - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment - HT frequency tuning...
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xiii x 9.6 in . 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 x LPT connector 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s...Power connector 1 x 4-pin 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 ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 ...
xiii x 9.6 in . 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 x LPT connector 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s...Power connector 1 x 4-pin 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 ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 ...
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... - This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without performing complicated BIOS changes. Simply pick the processor you the freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios to achieve a total system level up and running in touch with ASUS' TurboV utility. MemOK! ASUS M5A88-M 1-3 Its ability to patch memory issues. settings in TurboV provides the...
... - This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without performing complicated BIOS changes. Simply pick the processor you the freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios to achieve a total system level up and running in touch with ASUS' TurboV utility. MemOK! ASUS M5A88-M 1-3 Its ability to patch memory issues. settings in TurboV provides the...
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... different geographic regions and your favorite settings. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to restore corrupted BIOS data from damage caused by different climate conditions... in real-time-helping save power and money! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility...
... different geographic regions and your favorite settings. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to restore corrupted BIOS data from damage caused by different climate conditions... in real-time-helping save power and money! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility...
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DRAM_LED 8 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E CHA_FAN ASM 1042 PCIEX1_1 AMD® 880G PCIEX16 M5A88-M PCIEX1_2 ICS 9LPRS483 ALC SPDIF_OUT 892 AAFP PCI1 CORE_UNLOCKER 02LED1 USB78 USB910 AMD® SB850 USB1112 USB1314 Lithium Cell CMOS Power 16Mb BIOS SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SB_PWR PANEL SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 CLRTC 2 9 10 17 16 15 14 13 12...
DRAM_LED 8 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E CHA_FAN ASM 1042 PCIEX1_1 AMD® 880G PCIEX16 M5A88-M PCIEX1_2 ICS 9LPRS483 ALC SPDIF_OUT 892 AAFP PCI1 CORE_UNLOCKER 02LED1 USB78 USB910 AMD® SB850 USB1112 USB1314 Lithium Cell CMOS Power 16Mb BIOS SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SB_PWR PANEL SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 CLRTC 2 9 10 17 16 15 14 13 12...
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Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Chapter 2 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you removed earlier. 6. Before installing the ... it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Refer to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Refer to the card. The following subsections describe the slots and the expansion cards that came with the slot and... an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. When using PCI cards on the next page. 3. ASUS M5A88-M 2-13
Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Chapter 2 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you removed earlier. 6. Before installing the ... it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Refer to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Refer to the card. The following subsections describe the slots and the expansion cards that came with the slot and... an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. When using PCI cards on the next page. 3. ASUS M5A88-M 2-13
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... on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 M5A88-M Normal (Default) M5A88-M Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the...
... on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 M5A88-M Normal (Default) M5A88-M Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the...
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...DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the exact location of failsafe settings. M5A88-M M5A88-M MemOK! switch • Refer to section 2.9... the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. ASUS M5A88-M 2-17 MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to boot and load BIOS default settings. Chapter 2 2.7 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune...
...DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the exact location of failsafe settings. M5A88-M M5A88-M MemOK! switch • Refer to section 2.9... the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. ASUS M5A88-M 2-17 MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to boot and load BIOS default settings. Chapter 2 2.7 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune...
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...activate the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you clear the CMOS or load the BIOS setup defaults, the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the O2LED1 LED. • If you have made. ...8226; You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu follows the current setting of your CPU. Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information M5A88-M M5A88-M Core Unlocker switch • The O2LED1 LED near the Core Unlocker switch lights when the...
...activate the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you clear the CMOS or load the BIOS setup defaults, the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the O2LED1 LED. • If you have made. ...8226; You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu follows the current setting of your CPU. Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information M5A88-M M5A88-M Core Unlocker switch • The O2LED1 LED near the Core Unlocker switch lights when the...
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CPU DIMM BIOS setup Playback software Suggested list AMD® Phenom II X4 805 DDR3 1333 2G x 2 Frame Buffer Size - 256MB or higher CyberLink® PowerDVD 9 File format ...
CPU DIMM BIOS setup Playback software Suggested list AMD® Phenom II X4 805 DDR3 1333 2G x 2 Frame Buffer Size - 256MB or higher CyberLink® PowerDVD 9 File format ...
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...drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set the type of the SATA connectors to [RAID] in the BIOS. SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND ... RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 M5A88-M M5A88-M Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for the Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial...
...drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set the type of the SATA connectors to [RAID] in the BIOS. SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND ... RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 M5A88-M M5A88-M Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for the Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial...
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...NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L M5A88-M HD-audio-compliant pin definition M5A88-M Front panel audio connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio... standard. 4. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to ...
...NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L M5A88-M HD-audio-compliant pin definition M5A88-M Front panel audio connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio... standard. 4. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to ...
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.... Chapter 2 2.9 Onboard LEDs 1. This is a reminder that the system is solved. M5A88-M O2LED1 M5A88-M Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu is turned to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in... sleep mode, or in soft‑off mode. SB_PWR M5A88-M M5A88-M Onboard LED ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off ...
.... Chapter 2 2.9 Onboard LEDs 1. This is a reminder that the system is solved. M5A88-M O2LED1 M5A88-M Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu is turned to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in... sleep mode, or in soft‑off mode. SB_PWR M5A88-M M5A88-M Onboard LED ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off ...
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... self tests or POST. The system then runs the power-on the devices in the following order: a. While the tests are off mode, depending on . BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous... computer While the system is equipped with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up or change from the time you do not see the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on , hold down the key to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected ...
... self tests or POST. The system then runs the power-on the devices in the following order: a. While the tests are off mode, depending on . BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous... computer While the system is equipped with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up or change from the time you do not see the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on , hold down the key to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected ...
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... is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-1 ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in the motherboard CMOS. Refer to the corresponding sections for this chapter to boot. Save a copy of this motherboard. We...
... is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-M 3-1 ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in the motherboard CMOS. Refer to the corresponding sections for this chapter to boot. Save a copy of this motherboard. We...
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...; desktop, click 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update utility allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. Select Update BIOS from the Internet from the Internet • View the BIOS version information This utility is available...optical drive. 2. 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the drop‑...
...; desktop, click 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update utility allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. Select Update BIOS from the Internet from the Internet • View the BIOS version information This utility is available...optical drive. 2. 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the drop‑...
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... from the dropdown menu, then click Next. 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Chapter 3 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Always update the utility to complete the update process. M5A88M.ROM ASUS M5A88-M M5A88M Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to complete the update process. From the FTP site...
... from the dropdown menu, then click Next. 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Chapter 3 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Always update the utility to complete the update process. M5A88M.ROM ASUS M5A88-M M5A88M Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to complete the update process. From the FTP site...