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Chapter 1 1.3.2 ASUS Hybrid Processor - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit)* TPU Unleash your performance with ASUS' TurboV utility. ASUS Auto tuning feature can intelligently optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, and the TurboV gives you the freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios to optimize performance under varied system conditions. Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up. This tool also provides stability testing. Even O.C. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with Auto Tuning! ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its userfriendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O.C. settings in different scenarios. CPU Level Up CPU Level Up allows you to upgrade your CPU at no additional cost. Simply pick the processor you want to overclock to, and your motherboard will do the rest. See the CPU speed and enjoy better performance instantly. Overclocking is never as easy as this. 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. GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in real time for the best graphics performance. User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. Its ability to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable systemlevel upgrades. 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switch* 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. MemOK! MemOK! guickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of the button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success. Get your system up and running in no time. * The actual overclocking result depends on the system configuration. ASUS M5A88-M 1-3

Section	Page
Notices	7
Safety information	8
About this guide	9
M5A88-M specifications summary	11
Chapter 1: Product introduction	15
1.1 Welcome!	15
1.2 Package contents	15
1.3 Special features	16
1.3.1 Product highlights	16
1.3.2 ASUS Hybrid Processor - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit)*	17
1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design—Hybrid Switch*	17
1.3.4 ASUS unique features	18
Chapter 2: Hardware information	19
2.1 Before you proceed	19
2.2 Motherboard overview	20
2.2.1 Motherboard layout	20
2.2.2 Layout contents	21
2.2.3 Placement direction	22
2.2.4 Screw holes	22
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)	23
2.3.1 Installing the CPU	23
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan	25
2.4 System memory	28
2.4.1 Overview	28
2.4.2 Memory configurations	29
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM	30
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM	30
2.5 Expansion slots	31
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card	31
2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card	31
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments	32
2.5.4 PCI slot	33
2.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots	33
2.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot	33
2.6 Jumper	34
2.7 Onboard switches	35
2.8 Connectors	37
2.8.1 Rear panel connectors	37
2.8.2 Audio I/O connections	40
2.8.3 Internal connectors	42
2.8.4. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)	48
2.9 Onboard LEDs	49
2.10 Starting up for the first time	50
2.11 Turning off the computer	50
Chapter 3: BIOS setup	51
3.1 Knowing BIOS	51
3.2 Updating BIOS	51
3.2.1 ASUS Update utility	52
3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility	54
3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	55
3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater	56
3.3 BIOS setup program	59
3.3.1 BIOS menu screen	59
3.3.2 Menu bar	59
3.3.3 Navigation keys	60
3.3.4 Menu items	60
3.3.5 Submenu items	60
3.3.6 Configuration fields	60
3.3.7 Pop-up window	60
3.3.8 Scroll bar	60
3.3.9 General help	60
3.4 Main menu	61
3.4.1 SATA6G_1~6	61
3.4.2 SATA Configuration	63
3.4.3 System Information	64
3.5 Ai Tweaker menu	65
3.5.1 CPU Level UP [Auto]	65
3.5.2 CPU OverClocking [Auto]	66
3.5.3 CPU Ratio [Auto]	67
3.5.4 DRAM Frequency [Auto]	67
3.5.5 CPU/NB Frequency [Auto]	67
3.5.6 HT Link Speed [Auto]	67
3.5.7 GPU Booster [Enabled]	67
3.5.8 OC Tuner Utility	68
3.5.9 DRAM Timing Configuration	68
3.5.10 DRAM Driving Configuration	69
3.5.11 CPU & NB Voltage Mode [Offset]	70
3.5.12 CPU VDDA Voltage [Auto]	70
3.5.13 DRAM Voltage [Auto]	70
3.5.14 HT Voltage [Auto]	70
3.5.15 NB Voltage [Auto]	70
3.5.16 NB 1.8V Voltage [Auto]	70
3.5.17 SB Voltage [Auto]	70
3.5.18 CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto]	71
3.5.19 CPU/NB Load-Line Calibration [Auto]	71
3.5.20 PCI/PCIe CLK Status [Enabled]	71
3.6 Advanced menu	71
3.6.1 CPU Configuration	71
3.6.2 Chipset	73
3.6.3 Onboard Devices Configuration	75
3.6.4 PCIPnP	76
3.6.5 USB Configuration	77
3.7 Power menu	78
3.7.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]	78
3.7.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled]	78
3.7.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]	78
3.7.4 APM Configuration	79
3.7.5 HW Monitor Configuration	80
3.7.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled]	81
3.7.7 NB Thermal Protect [Enabled]	81
3.8 Boot menu	82
3.8.1 Boot Device Priority	82
3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration	83
3.8.3 Security	84
3.9 Tools menu	86
3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2	86
3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile	86
3.10 Exit menu	88
Chapter 4: Software support	89
4.1 Installing an operating system	89
4.2 Support DVD information	89
4.2.1 Running the support DVD	89
4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals	90
4.3 Software information	91
4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II	91
4.3.2 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology	92
4.3.3 ASUS AI Suite	93
4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert	94
4.3.5 ASUS EPU	95
4.3.6 Audio configurations	96
4.3.7 ASUS GPU Boost	97
4.3.8 Turbo Unlocker	98
4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility—TurboV EVO	99
4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV	99
4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode	100
4.4.3 Using CPU Level UP	101
4.4.4 Using ASUS Turbo Key	101
4.5 RAID configurations	102
4.5.1 RAID definitions	102
4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks	103
4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS	103
4.5.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility	104
4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk	107
4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS	107
4.6.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®	107
4.6.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation	107
4.6.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive	108
Chapter 5: ATI® Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology support	111
ATI® Hybrid CrossFireX™	111
System requirements	111
Before you proceed	111
Installing AMD Chipset Driver	112

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ASUS M5A88-M

1-3

Chapter 1

1.3.2

ASUS Hybrid Processor - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit)*

TPU

Unleash your performance with ASUS’ TurboV utility. ASUS Auto tuning feature can

intelligently optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, and the TurboV gives you

the freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios to optimize performance under varied

system conditions.

Auto Tuning

Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to achieve a total system

level up. This tool also provides stability testing. Even O.C. beginners can achieve

extreme yet stable overclocking results with Auto Tuning!

ASUS TurboV

Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This

easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-

friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC

proﬁles in TurboV provides the best O.C. settings in different scenarios.

CPU Level Up

CPU Level Up allows you to upgrade your CPU at no additional cost. Simply pick the

processor you want to overclock to, and your motherboard will do the rest. See the

CPU speed and enjoy better performance instantly. Overclocking is never as easy as

this.

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.

GPU Boost

GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in real time for the best graphics

performance. User-friendly UI facilitates ﬂexible frequency and voltage adjustments. Its

ability to deliver multiple overclocking proﬁles also provides rapid and stable system-

level upgrades.

1.3.3

ASUS Xtreme Design—Hybrid Switch*

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.

MemOK!

MemOK! guickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool

requires a mere push of the button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines failsafe

settings and dramatically improves your system boot success. Get your system up and

running in no time.

* The actual overclocking result depends on the system conﬁguration.