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including the GPL Software and/or LGPL Software, which will be no earlier than December 1, 2011, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you want - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 3
...viii About this guide...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 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 4
the computer 2-40 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 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 5
21 3.5.19 SidePort Memory Voltage 3-22 3.5.20 CPU Load-Line Calibration 3-22 3.5.21 CPU/NB Load-Line Support 3-34 3.7.7 NB Thermal Protect 3-34 3.8 Boot menu 3-35 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority 3-35 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-36 3.8.3 Security 3-37 3.9 Tools menu 3-39 3.9.1 ASUS - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 6
4-11 4.4.3 Using CPU Level UP 4-12 4.4.4 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-12 4.5 RAID configurations 4-13 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-13 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-14 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-14 4.5.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility 4-15 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-18 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 7
not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste EVO-USB3_Content7 7 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 8
service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. viii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 9
of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 10
of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 11
M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots VGA output Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors AMD® 140W CPU Support AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™� �Te��c�h�n�o�lo�g��y Supports 45nm CPU AMD® 880G - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 12
M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary IEEE 1394 ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA® VT6330 controller supports 2 IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard, one at the back panel) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - TurboV EVO - TurboV, Auto Tuning, CPU Level UP - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 13
M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors / switches / buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x HDMI Out port 1 x DVI-D Out port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 14
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check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with 6.0 Gb/s label 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x Ultra - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 16
Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors (socket AM3) This motherboard supports AMD® AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR3 1333 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 17
memory/HT controller. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power usage for critical PC components in real-time-helping save power and money! ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 18
you with easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. 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 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 19
before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 2-1 5/26/10 3:44:02 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 20
AUDIO CHA_FAN ICS 477C AMD® 880G NEC USB3.0 PCIEX1_1 SATA5 SATA2 11 PCIEX16_1 RTL 8111E M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA3 SATA1 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 AAFP ALC 892 PCIEX16_2 SPDIF_OUT COM1 PCI3 USB1314 AMD® SB850 PRI_EIDE Lithium Cell CMOS Power 16Mb BIOS USB1112 USB78 VT6330 SB_PWR - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 21
AM3 CPU Socket 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Turbo Key II LED (O2LED2) 6. Turbo Key II switch 7. Core Unlocker LED (O2LED1) 8. Core Unlocker switch 9. MemOK! switch 10. DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) 11. AMD® SB850 2 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 2-3 5/26/10 3:44:05 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 22
the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Chapter 2 2-4 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 23
the motherboard. M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 CPU socket AM3 2. Press the lever sideways to unlock the socket, then lift it up to a 90º angle. Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90º angle. Otherwise, the CPU will not fit in completely. Socket lever ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 24
the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 25
Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should 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. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content7 7 2-7 5/26 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 26
retention bracket in place. 4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base. 2-8 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content8 8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:44:20 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 27
motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-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 this connector. • This connector is backward compatible with old 3-pin CPU fan. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 28
with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: Install one memory module in any slot as a single-channel operation. Two DIMMs (dual-channel - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 29
, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 2-11 5/26/10 3:44:25 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 30
Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 (O.C.) MHz • • Install the DDR3 2000 DIMM on DIMM_A1 for better overclocking performance. • When overclocking, some AMD CPUs may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs. DDR3 1866 (O.C.) MHz capability - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 31
) DIMM support 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 2-13 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 32
1.5~1.6V 9-9-9-24 1.5~1.6V - - 8-8-8 -8-24 1.35V (low voltage) DIMM support 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content14 14 5/26/10 3:44:32 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 33
of Dual-channel memory configuration. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 2-15 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content15 15 5/26 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 34
outward to unlock the DIMM. 2 1 Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 1 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2-16 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content16 16 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 35
the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content17 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 36
1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices. IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 PCIE x1_1 PCI_1 PCI_2 A B C D E shared - - - - - Onboard 880G Video Controller - - shared - - - - - USB 3.0 controller - shared - - - - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 37
the slots. 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 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 38
. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 39
next system bootup. • You may use the TurboV Auto Tuning, overclock in the BIOS setup program, and enable the Turbo Key II function at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content21 21 2-21 5/26/10 3:44:43 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 40
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. Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 MemOK - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 41
setup defaults, the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu follows the current setting of the Core Unlocker switch. • You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to activate the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 42
USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 12. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions. ***: Refer to the notes and troubleshooting in the BIOS to [AHCI]. Refer to 3.4.2 SATA Configuration for details. 2-24 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content24 24 Chapter - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 43
list AMD® Phenom II X4 955 DDR3 1333 Frame Buffer Size - 256MB or higher CyberLink® PowerDVD 9 File format Non-protected clips Blu-ray Best resolution Windows XP Windows Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p Windows 7 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 44
Chapter 2 Troubleshooting on HDTV on your HDTV screen. To resize your HDTV desktop: 1. Install AMD Chipset Driver from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Right-click the desktop and select ATI CATALYST(R) . 2-26 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content26 26 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:44:49 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 45
2.8.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo / 2.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content27 27 2-27 5/26/10 3:44:51 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 46
Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2-28 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content28 28 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:44:53 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 47
Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 PRI_EIDE PIN1 NOTE:Orient the red have the same setting. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content29 29 2-29 5/26/10 3:44:55 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 48
drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB850 controller. SATA5 SATA2 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA3 SATA1 GND RSATA_TXP6 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 49
+12V GND M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 PIN 1 TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V M4A88TD-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 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content31 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 50
GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 51
and 3-pin CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert 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. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content33 33 2-33 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 52
-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition M4A88TD-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's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 53
unstable or may not boot up if the power is 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 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 54
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 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 System panel connector • System - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 55
system panel connector, ensuring the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front panel functions are now enabled. The figure shows the Q-Connector is properly installed on the motherboard. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content37 37 2-37 5/26/10 3:45:07 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 56
during 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 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 DRAM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 57
switch is turned to Enable. O2LED1 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-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]. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content39 39 2-39 5/26/10 3:45 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 58
running, the BIOS beeps (see the BIOS beep codes your retailer for assistance. BIOS Beep One short beep boot set to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 59
these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 3-1 5/26/10 3:45:13 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 60
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 Internet • View the BIOS version information This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 61
. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. M4A88TDV.ROM Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 M4A88TDV Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 62
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 system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 63
Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 64
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 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 65
BIOS To back up the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater: Ensure that the USB flash BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. Update ROM Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 66
boot failure! • Load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 3-8 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content8 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 67
overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 68
, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Power, Boot, Tools, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 3.3.5 Submenu items the selected item. Chapter 3 3-10 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content10 10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:30 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 69
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART Monitoring). These values are not user-configurable. These items show N/A if no SATA device is installed in the system. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 70
multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. [Disabled] When set Memory Access) allows your computer to transfer data to and from the hardware devices installed with much less CPU BIOS setup Chapter 3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content12 12 5/26/10 3:45:33 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 71
RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver ] mode. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 3-13 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content13 13 5/26/10 3:45:33 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 72
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. Chapter 3 3-14 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content14 14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:34 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 73
can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display the following items: Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content15 15 3-15 5/26/10 3:45:36 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 74
on the motherboard. • The CPU Level UP function support depends on CPU types. 3.5.2 CPU OverClocking [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto D.O.C.P CPU Level - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 75
. The configuration options vary with the CPU Bus Frequency item settings. Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content17 17 3-17 5/26/10 3:45 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 76
to select the CPU/NB frequency. Configuration Configuration options: [Auto] [Turbo] [Extreme] [Manual] GPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] This item SpeedStep item to [Manual] and �a�ll OC Tuner utility automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of the CPU and DRAM. Press - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 77
the following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 [90ns] [�1�1�0�n�s��]�[1���6���0��n��s 3��0��0���n���s 3�5�0��n�s�] Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content19 19 3-19 5/26/10 3:45 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 78
DIMMs you install on the motherboard. CKE drive strength [Auto] 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. Chapter 3 3-20 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content20 20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 79
with a 0.10V interval. 3.5.18 SB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Southbridge voltage. The values range from 1.10V to 1.40V with a 0.10V interval. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content21 21 3-21 5/26/10 3:45:39 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 80
the CPU/NB Load-Line mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.22 PCI/PCIe CLK Status [Enabled] Allows you to enable and disable clock for PCI/PCIe slot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-22 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content22 22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 81
that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. Chapter 3 GART Error Reporting [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the GART Error Reporting function. [Enabled] Enables the GART Error Reporting function. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 82
the full computing power of the processor. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU Core Activation [Auto] [Auto] Allows automatic activation of cores. [Manual] Manually turn off a specific core. Chapter 3 3-24 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content24 24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:41 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 83
[Disabled] Enables unused Clocks to DIMMs even though memory slots are not populated. Configuraiton options: [Enabled] [Disabled] MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content25 25 3-25 5/26/10 3:45:41 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 84
DRAM ECC mode that allows the hardware to report and correct memory errors. [Disabled] [Basic] [Good] [Super] [Max manually. Set to [Max] to adjust ECC mode automatically. Set to [User] to adjust all the subitems manually. Chapter 3 3-26 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content26 26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 85
Mode item to [UMA], [SIDEPORT], or [UMA+SIDEPORT]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] When set to [Auto], only the primary display could be activated. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content27 27 3-27 5/26/10 3:45:43 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 86
the front panel audio module supports. [AC 97] Sets the Boot ROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Enables the onboard Gigabit LAN Boot ROM. [Disabled] Disables the LAN Boot ROM. 3-28 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content28 28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 87
you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content29 29 3-29 5/26/10 3:45:44 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 88
[Disabled] Disables the function. USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] [FullSpeed] Sets the USB 2.0 controller mode to FullSpeed (12 Mbps). [HiSpeed] Sets the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps). Chapter 3 3-30 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content30 30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 89
mode to S3/STR (Suspend To RAM). 3.7.2 [Disabled] [Enabled] ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] The system will not add support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). The ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 90
/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Enables or disables PS/2 keyboard to generate a wake event wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and System Time will become user-configurable with set values. Chapter 3 3-32 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content32 32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 91
] Allows you to manually set a lower limit for the CPU fan speed. If the CPU fan speed is below the specified limit, the system sends out warning beeps. Configuration options: [500 RPM] [400 RPM] [300 RPM] [200 RPM] [100 RPM] [Ignored] ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content33 33 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 92
the Anti Surge support. 3.7.7 [Enabled] [Disabled] NB Thermal Protect Enables NB Thermal Protection. Once the NB temperature exceeds 95ºC, the system will shut down automatically. Disables NB Thermal Protection. Chapter 3 3-34 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content34 34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 93
• To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: - Press when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content35 35 3-35 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 94
the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. Chapter 3 3-36 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content36 36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:50 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 95
user access to the Setup utility. Allows access but does not allow change to any field. Allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and Time. Allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 3-37 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content37 37 5/26/10 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 96
user password. Password Check [Setup] [Setup] BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. [Always] BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Chapter 3 3-38 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content38 38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:51 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 97
Reset] When setting this item to [Reset], ensure that you save the setting to the BIOS so that the user data will be cleared the next time you enter the Express Gate. Gate environment from launching properly. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 3-39 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content39 39 5/26/10 3:45:51 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 98
>, and then choose a profile number to save your CMOS settings in the Save to sub-item. Load CMOS Profiles. Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Press to load the file. 3-40 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content40 40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:52 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 99
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 and BIOS - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 100
>, a confirmation window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. 3-42 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content42 42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:55 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 101
DVD/ motherboard information Click to obtain the corresponding software manuals If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 102
the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. 1. Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 103
disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 4-3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 104
that displays system information such as CPU temperature, CPU voltage, fan speed, and CPU/FSB frequency Chapter 4 Click to manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-4 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 105
mode adjusts the CPU fan speed with the ambient temperature. • Silent: This mode minimizes fan speed for quiet fan operation. • Manual: This mode allows you to change the CPU fan profile under certain limitation. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content5 5 4-5 5/26/10 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 106
and overclocking. ASUS driver from the support DVD and set EPU to Auto or Maximum Power Saving Mode. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-6 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content6 6 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 107
motherboard BIOS setup program, click Exit on the Express Gate First Screen, and then press the key during POST. • See the software manual in the bundled motherboard support DVD or click Express Gate environment for detailed software instructions. in the Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 108
the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is correctly button Chapter 4 Information button 4-8 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content8 8 Chapter 4: Software support 5/26/10 3:46:10 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 109
the GPU Boost driver from the motherboard support DVD. • For system stability, all changes made in ASUS GPU Boost will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 110
4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility- TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV, CPU Level UP and Turbo Key-three powerful tools that allow you to overclock your system effectively. Install ASUS TurboV EVO from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the TurboV EVO is - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 111
overclocks your system settings, including the frequency and voltage of the CPU and DRAM. Installation of advanced cooling systems is recommended. • The auto-tuned settings will be stored in system BIOS and will take effect after the system automatically reboots. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 112
you install on the motherboard. 2. Read through the warning messages and click Yes to start upgrading the CPU and restart the system. 4.4.4 Using ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to set a group of hotkeys into physical overclocking buttons. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 113
calculated and written. With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content13 13 4-13 5/26 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 114
> SATA Configuration, and then press . 3. Set the type of the SATA connectors to [RAID]. 4. Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup. See section 3.4.2 SATA Configuration for details. Chapter 4 4-14 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content14 14 Chapter 4: Software support 5/26/10 3:46:18 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 115
RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only, and may not exactly match the items on your screen. To create a RAID volume using more than four hard disk drives, ensure that the SATA connectors 5/6 are set to [RAID] mode. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 116
Micro Devices, Inc. [ LD Define Menu ] LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv LD 1 Logical Drive 1 RAID 0 2 Strip Block 64 KB Gigabyte Boundary ON Fast Init ON Cache Mode the maximum capacity. Chapter 4 4-16 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content16 16 Chapter 4: Software support 5/26/10 3:46:19 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 117
RAID 0 2 157.99 Strip Block 64 KB Cache Mode WriteThru Port:ID 01:00 02:00 Drive Model xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx [ Drives Assignments ] Capabilities Capacity(GB) xxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx Chapter 4 Any Key To Continue....... ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content17 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 118
floppy disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click AMD AHCI/RAID 32/64bit xxxx Driver to create a RAID driver disk. 5. Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. 6. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 119
, and then select Properties from the pop-up window. The name of the USB floppy disk drive varies with different vendors. 4. Click Details tab. The Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) are displayed. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content19 19 4-19 5/26/10 3:46:22 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 120
the RAID driver bottom of the two sections: id = "USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx", "usbstor" [HardwareIds.SCSI.Napa_i386_ahci8086 &DEV_4393&CC_0104","ahcix86" id= "USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901", "usbstor" [HardwareIds = "PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4393&CC_0104","ahcix64" id= "USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901", "usbstor" Add the same line - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 121
your graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website at www.amd.com. • Ensure drivers. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista / 7, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 122
into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots to the graphics card. Goldfingers 5-2 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content2 2 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5/26/10 3:46:35 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 123
drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd 2. The Catalyst Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 2 3 4 5-3 5/26/10 - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 124
Operating System: Windows® Vista / 7 • Memory capacity: Minimum 1GB • CPU: AM3 • On-board graphics card RAM: 256MB Visit the AMD ATI website for the latest graphics card support list. 5.2.2 Before you proceed Configure the BIOS settings for the graphics card to support ATI Hybrid CrossFireX. To set - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 125
a graphics card onto your motherboard. Refer to the User Guide that comes with your graphics CrossFire™, then clear the Enable CrossFire™ check box. When a confirmation message pops up, click Yes. The screen blacks out for about one minute. 3. Click OK. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 126
. 7. Click Graphics Settings > CrossFire™, then select the Enable CrossFire™ check box. When a confirmation graphics card as your main monitor, follow the below instructions. 1. Follow steps 1 to 3 on Using the EVO-USB3_Content6 6 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5/26/10 3:46:40 PM - Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 | User Manual - Page 127
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