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Turbo Unlocker

Turbo Unlocker is the next evolution of an exclusive ASUS performance

boost feature. One click in the TurboV EVO interface and Turbo Unlocker

automatically and dynamically adjusts AMD 6-CORE and Black Edition

processor frequencies to speed up performance based on system load.

Turbo Unlocker gets you in touch with more power when you need it.

Core Unlocker

ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD

®

CPU—

with just a simple switch. Enjoy an instant performance boost by simply

unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes.

Turbo Key II

Enjoy superb performance by auto-tuning your processor to an extreme

yet stable state. Simply activate a dedicated switch on the motherboard to

unleash extra processing capabilities.

AI Suite II

With its fast and user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II allows you

to access the exclusive ASUS features such as overclocking system

performance, energy management and fan speed control, voltage and

sensor readings, and direct link to external devices. All in one place

design allows you to use several functions without switching through

different utilities.

ASUS Express Gate

ASUS Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with

quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering

Windows

®

OS.

•

ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs, USB HDDs and flash

drives with at least 1.2GB free disk space. When installing it on USB HDDs or

flash drives, connect the drives 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 performances with independent power to

core components, while providing fast transient response and stability for

the CPU under heavy loading or overclocking modes.

ASUS Anti-Surge Protection

This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard

from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply unit

(PSU).

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1-4

Section	Page
Notices	6
Safety information	7
About this guide	7
M4A88T-V EVO Series specifications summary	9
Chapter 1	13
Product introduction	13
1.1 Welcome!	13
1.2 Package contents	13
1.3 Special features	13
1.3.1 Product highlights	13
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features	15
1.4 Before you proceed	18
1.5 Motherboard overview	19
1.5.1 Placement direction	19
1.5.2 Screw holes	19
1.5.3 Motherboard layout	19
1.5.4 Layout contents	20
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)	21
1.6.1 Installing the CPU	21
1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan	23
1.7 System memory	24
1.7.1 Overview	24
1.7.2 Memory configurations	25
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM	30
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM	30
1.8 Expansion slots	31
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card	31
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card	31
1.8.3 PCI slots	31
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot	31
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots	31
1.9 Jumpers	32
1.10 Connectors	33
1.10.1 Rear panel ports	33
1.10.2 Internal connectors	36
1.11 Onboard switches	44
1.12 Onboard LEDs	47
1.13 Software support	49
1.13.1 Installing an operating system	49
1.13.2 Support DVD information	49
Chapter 2	51
BIOS information	51
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	51
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	51
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2	52
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3	53
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater	54
2.2 BIOS setup program	57
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen	58
2.2.2 Menu bar	58
2.2.3 Navigation keys	58
2.2.4 Menu items	59
2.2.5 Submenu items	59
2.2.6 Configuration fields	59
2.2.7 Pop-up window	59
2.2.8 Scroll bar	59
2.2.9 General help	59
2.3 Main menu	60
2.3.1 System Time	60
2.3.2 System Date	60
2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA 1/2/3/5/6, E-SATA	60
2.3.4 SATA Configuration	61
2.3.5 System Information	62
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu	63
2.4.1 CPU Level UP	63
2.4.2 CPU OverClocking	64
2.4.3 CPU Ratio	65
2.4.4 DRAM Frequency	65
2.4.5 CPU/NB Frequency	65
2.4.6 HT Link Speed	65
2.4.7 GPU Booster	65
2.4.8 OC Tuner Utility	66
2.4.9 DRAM Timing Configuration	66
2.4.10 DRAM Driving Configuration	67
2.4.11 CPU & NB Voltage Mode	67
2.4.12 CPU VDDA Voltage	68
2.4.13 DRAM Voltage	68
2.4.14 HT Voltage	68
2.4.15 NB Voltage	68
2.4.16 NB 1.8V Voltage	68
2.4.17 SB Voltage	68
2.4.18 SidePort Memory Voltage	68
2.4.19 CPU Load-Line Calibration	68
2.4.20 CPU/NB Load-Line Calibration	68
2.4.21 PCI/PCIe CLK Status	69
2.5 Advanced menu	69
2.5.1 CPU Configuration	69
2.5.2 Chipset	70
2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration	72
2.5.4 PCIPnP	73
2.5.5 USB Configuration	73
2.6 Power menu	74
2.6.1 Suspend Mode	74
2.6.2 ACPI 2.0 Support	74
2.6.3 ACPI APIC Support	74
2.6.4 APM Configuration	74
2.6.5 HW Monitor Configuration	75
2.6.6 Anti Surge Support	76
2.6.7 NB Thermal Protect	76
2.7 Boot menu	77
2.7.1 Boot Device Priority	77
2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration	77
2.7.3 Security	78
2.8 Tools menu	79
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2	79
2.8.2 Express Gate	80
2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile	80
2.8.4 AI NET 2	81

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Turbo Unlocker, Core Unlocker, Turbo Key II, AI Suite II, ASUS Express Gate, 1 Phase Power Design, - usb motherboard

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