Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 User Manual
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Motherboard M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 2
of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL Software licenses. If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 3
vii About this guide vii M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 4
1-37 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-37 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-8 2.2.2 Menu - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 5
2-18 2.4.17 SB Voltage 2-18 2.4.18 SidePort Memory Voltage 2-18 2.4.19 CPU Load-Line Calibration 2-18 Support 2-26 2.6.7 NB Thermal Protect 2-26 2.7 Boot menu 2-27 2.7.1 Boot Device Priority 2-27 2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-27 2.7.3 Security 2-28 2.8 Tools menu 2-29 2.8.1 ASUS - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 6
undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 7
supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • Before using the product, ensure that all cables - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 8
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 9
M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Integrated memory Expansion slots LAN AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors Supports 45nm CPU AMD® 140W CPU support AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 10
ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports 192khz/24bit BD Lossless Sound - Supports Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking (HD mode only) - ASUS Noise Filter - Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O M4A88T-V EVO/USB3: - 2 x USB 3.0 ports (at the back panel - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 11
x LAN (RJ-45) port 8-channel audio ports M4A88T-V EVO/USB3: - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports - 2 x USB 3.0 ports M4A88T-V EVO: - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports Internal connectors/ 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional buttons / switches 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x COM connector 1 x IDE connector 1 x MemOK - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 12
Support DVD Form factor 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SPI, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers Express Gate AMD - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 13
ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M4A88T-V EVO Series motherboards include M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 and M4A88T-V EVO two models. The package contents vary from models. • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights AMD - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 14
Memory This motherboard features SidePort Memory, an individual onboard DDR3 memory serving as memory buffer for integrated graphics. With low CPU usage, the SidePort Memory provides integrated graphics acceleration and effectively boosts graphics performance. USB 3.0 support (for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 15
previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. For M4A88T-V EVO/USB3, the PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth in the BIOS for details. Hybrid CrossFireX™ support ATI Hybrid testing. Even O.C. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with Auto Tuning! ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-3 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 16
to the motherboard USB port before turning on the computer. • The actual boot time depends on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives. It supports file downloading to USB drives only. 8+1 Phase Power Design Unleashes ultimate memory - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 17
BIOS file. ASUS O.C. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows you to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving you the freedom to share and distribute your favorite settings. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 18
the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to their default settings. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 19
rear of the chassis. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 1.5.3 Motherboard layout ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series motherboards include M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 and M4A88T-V EVO two models. The layout varies with models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 only. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-7 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 20
SOCKET AM3 O2LED2 O2LED1 MemOK! DRAM_LED Core Unlocker Turbo Key II 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 LAN1_USB12 2 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR AUDIO CHA_FAN1 ICS 477C AMD® 880G NEC USB3.0 This USB 3.0 controller is provided for M4A88T- V EVO/USB3 only. RTL 8111E PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 RTC RAM - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 21
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CPU socket AM3 2. Press the lever sideways to unlock the Socket lever socket, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle; otherwise, the CPU will not fit in - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 22
section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. CPU_FAN M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 23
come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-11 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 24
for better performance with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 25
DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 26
NO. - Timing 7-8-7-20 9-9-9-27 9-9-9-28 Voltage 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • • • • • • DDR3-1800(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size DIMM socket support SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage (Optional) A* B* C* OCZ OCZ3P18004GK - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 27
Micron Micron Micron Micron PSC PSC Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* AD30908C8D-151C E0906 - - • 20 1.60V • • • A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • • A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-15 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 28
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7-7-7-20 - 7-7-7-20 - - - - - 7-7-7-20 - - - - - - - 9 - - - - - 9-9-9-24 1.5V 9 - 9 - 9 - 7-7-7-20 1.5V 8-8-8-24 1.5V 7-7-7-20 1.5V 8-8-8-24 1.5V 8-8-8-24 1.5V - - DIMM socket support (Optional - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 29
2048MB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C - - • • • Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs. SS: Single - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 30
adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 31
This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express x16 graphics slots that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 32
. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 33
will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM other VGA-compatible devices. 4. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0 ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-21 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 34
Playback to configure the settings. 12. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 (for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3). These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 (for M4A88T-V EVO). These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0 devices. 13. IEEE 1394a port - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 35
compatible supported on your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported . CPU DIMM BIOS setup Suggested list AMD® Phenom™ II USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0 devices. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 36
12V Rotation M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 37
fit. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 EATX12V , the system will not boot. • We support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • If you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 38
/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your devices: Single jumpers have the same setting. PRI_IDE M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 PIN1 NOTE:Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 39
AMD® M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 SATA connectors • These connectors are set to IDE mode by default. In IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk drives to these connectors. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 40
-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground PANEL PIN 1 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 System panel connector • System - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 41
USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 42
is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Connect one M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 43
. IE1394_1 TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 PIN 1 TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-31 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 44
USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Core Unlocker switch • The O2LED1 LED near the Core Unlocker switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable. Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the O2LED1 LED. • You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 45
with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously. Press and hold the MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 MemOK! switch - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 46
/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Turbo Key II switch • The O2LED2 LED near the Turbo Key II switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable. Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the O2LED2 LED. • If you clear the CMOS or load the BIOS setup defaults, the related overclocking - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 47
motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. DRAM LED M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 DRAM LED ASUS - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 48
Core Unlocker LED lights when the Core Unclocker switch is turned to Enable. O2LED1 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu is set to [Disabled]. 4. Turbo Key II LED The Turbo Key II LED - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 49
at www.asus.com for updates. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 50
1-38 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 51
the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD into the optical drive. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 52
enable it. Press to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 VER: 0202 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 06/22/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 53
reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for details. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-3 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 54
may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus.com and save them on the USB flash drive. • NTFS is not - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 55
prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [09/11/19] Current ROM BOARD: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 VER: 0202 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 06/22/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-5 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 56
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [09/11/19] Current ROM BOARD: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 VER: 0202 (H:00 B: - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 57
item under the Exit menu. See section 2.9 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup screens in this chapter are for reference only. They may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-7 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 58
menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Main Ai Tweaker M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Version 0202 Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Tue 01/08/2002] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 59
: 3.5.2.0 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 945 Processor Revision: C2 Cache L1: 512KB Cache L2: 2048KB Cache L3: 6MB Options Speed : 3000MHz, NB Cl Disabled Able to Change Freq.: Yes Enabled uCode Patch Level: 0x1 GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Microcode Updation - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 60
menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Main Ai Tweaker M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Version 0202 Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Tue 01/08/2002] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 61
the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multisector transfer feature. When this item is set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to onboard channel SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-11 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 62
• For Windows® XP OS, you have to install the AHCI driver, so that you could use the SATA connectors 1-6 in AHCI mode BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 63
to [Manual] after selecting a CPU level. Configuration options: [Auto] [Phenom II-955] [Phenom II-3.4G] [Phenom II-3.6G] • The configuration options vary depending on the CPU model you install on the motherboard. • The CPU Level UP function support depends on CPU types. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 64
the motherboard. OC From CPU Level UP [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU OverClocking item to [Manual] and allows you to select a CPU level. The related parameters will be options: [Auto] [Overclock 2%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS information - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 65
CPU. AMD Turbo CORE technology [Enbaled] Enables or disables the AMD Turbo Core Manual]. Allows you to set the GPU Engine Clock. Use the and keys to adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. The values range from 200MHz to 2000MHz. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 66
. It takes around five minutes, and the system will reboot for several times until auto tuning is completed. the following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK CLK] ~ [10 CLK] 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS information - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 67
you install on the motherboard. CKE drive strength Manual] CPU Offset Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage Mode item to [Offset] and allows you to set the CPU Offset voltage. The values range from 0.003125V to 0.500000V with a 0.003125V interval. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 68
appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage Mode item to [Manual] and allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. CPU/NB Voltage [Auto with a 0.10V interval. 2.4.18 SidePort Memory Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the SidePort memory voltage. The values range from 1.50V to Chapter 2: BIOS information - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 69
cause the system to malfunction. Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Settings M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Version 0202 Configure CPU. CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Select Screen Select Item +- Change Field Tab Select Field - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 70
will be reduced during the system halt state to decrease power consumption. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Core Unlocker [Disabled] Enables the ASUS Core Unlocker to get the full computing Manual] The following items appear only when you set CPU Core Activation to [Manual memory - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 71
memory errors automatically. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Basic] [Good] [Super] [Max] [User] PCIEX16_2/PCIEX1_1 Force [Auto] (for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 only) Allows you to manually +SIDEPORT]. Configuration options: [Auto] [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB] [512MB] ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-21 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 72
options: [Below 4G] [Above 4G] AMD HDMI Audio [Enabled] Allows you to disable Boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 1394 Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the 1394 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB3.0 Controller [Enabled] (for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 73
and setting the memory size block for BIOS waits for the USB storage device to initialize. Configuration options: [10 Sec] [20 Sec] [30 Sec] [40 Sec] Emulation Type [Auto] Allows you to set the emulation type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] ASUS M4A88T-V EVO - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 74
M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Version 0202 Exit Power Settings Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] ACPI APIC support From S5 By PME# [Disabled] Enables or disables PME wake from sleep states. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power on From - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 75
Disabled] Enables or disables RTC to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select [Ignored] if you Manual] Allows you to individually set the CPU fan parameters. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 2-25 - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 76
Turbo] Set to [Turbo] to achieve maximum Chassis fan speed. [Manual] Allows you to individually set the Chassis fan parameters. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] Enables or disables the Anti Surge support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.7 NB Thermal Protect [Enabled] When this - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 77
then press to display the sub-menu. Main Ai Tweaker M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Version 0202 Exit Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 78
[Enabled], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hit 'DEL' Message Display your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 1.9 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 79
the submenu. Main Ai Tweaker M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Version 0202 Exit Tools Settings ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate ASUS O.C. Profile AI NET2 [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility supports: 1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2.NTFS - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 80
function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 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 update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 81
-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Main Advanced M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 82
2-32 Chapter 2: BIOS information - Asus M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 83
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M4A88T-V EVO/USB3
M4A88T-V EVO