Asus M4A88T-I DELUXE User Manual

MotherboardM4A88T-I Deluxe

xM4A88T-I Deluxe specications summaryUSB 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, at the back panel) 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the

xiBack panel I/O ports1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port 1 x HDMI output port 1 x DVI-D output port 1 x Optical S/PDIF output port 1 x Coaxial S/PDI

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1.2 Package contentsCheck your motherboard package for the following items.Motherboard ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe motherboardCables 2 x Wi-Fi antennas

AMD® 710G ChipsetThe AMD® 710G Chipset is designed to support up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and PCI Express 2.0 x16 grap

1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features1 2Core UnlockerASUS Core Unlocker simplies the activation of a latent AMD® CPU—with just a simple switch. Enjoy an in

ASUS Anti-Surge ProtectionThis special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power s

Precision Tweaker 2Allows you to ne-tune the VCore / VDDNB voltage in 0.006250V steps and DRAM voltage in 0.015V steps to achieve the most precise se

M4A88T-I DELUXE1.5 Motherboard overview1.5.1 Placement directionWhen installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the co

1.5.3 Motherboard layout1.5.4 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EAT

iiE5834First Edition V1 June 2010Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softwar

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)This motherboard comes with an AM3 socket designed for Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors.1.6.

5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.6. Install

1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fanEnsure that you use only AMD-certied heatsink and fan assembly.To install the CPU heatsink and fan:1. Place th

3. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place.Ensure

1.7.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 SO-DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.• You may install varying

DDR3-1066MHz capabilitySS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into either slot as single-channel memory

1.7.3 Installing a DIMMUnplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage t

1.8 Expansion slotIn the future, you may need to install an expansion card. The following sub-sections describe the slot and the expansion card that

1.9 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time,

1.10 Connectors1.10.1 Rear panel ports1. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse.2. Optical S/PDIF output

iiiContentsNotices ... viSafety information ...

8. WLAN antenna ports. These ports connect to the WLAN antennas. 9. Wireless LAN activity LED. The wireless module comes with an activity LED.10. M

1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN)Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the bl

3. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)These connectors are for an ATX power supply. The plugs from the power supply are designed to 

4. AMD® SB710 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA 1~3)These connectors are for the Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk

6. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL)This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.• System power LED (2-pin PWR LED)This 2-pin con

1.11 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-casesystem. This is ideal for overclockers and

2. MemOK! switchInstalling DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch li

3. Turbo Key II switchThis switch allows you to auto-tune your CPU to enhance the system performance.To ensure system performance, turn the switch se

2. DRAM LEDDRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will cont

4. Turbo Key II LEDThe Turbo Key II LED lights when the Turbo Key II switch is turned to Enable.O2LED2M4A88T-I DELUXEM4A88T-I DELUXE Turbo Key II LED

ivContents1.13 Software support ... 1-281.13.1 Installing an operating system .

1.13 Software support1.13.1 Installing an operating systemThis motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install t

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information2.1 Managing and updating your BIOSSave a copy of the original motherboard BIOS le to a USB a

2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS informationUpdating from a BIOS file a. Select Update BIOS from a le, then click Next. b. Locate the BIOS le from the Open w

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-3• This function supports USB ash disks with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.• DO NOT shut down or reset the sys

2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS informationBooting the system in DOS environment1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the USB

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-52. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to ret

2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information4. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-72.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screens include nav

2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information2.2.1 BIOS menu screen2.2.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Main For chan

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-92.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main s

vContents2.4.10 DRAM Driving Conguration ... 2-152.4.11 CPU & NB Voltage Mode [Offset]...

2-10 Chapter 2: BIOS information2.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-11PIO Mode [Auto]Selects the PIO mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]DMA Mode [Auto]Selects the DMA mode. Co

2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information2.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changi

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-13The conguration options for the following sub-items vary depending on the CPU/DIMMs you install on the motherboard. OC From

2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS information2.4.5 CPU/NB Frequency [Auto]Allows you to set the ratio between the NB Clock and the CPU Bus Frequency. Conguration

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-15DRAM READ to PRE Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK]DRAM Row Cycle Time [Auto]Congurati

2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS informationData drive strength [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x]DQS drive strength [Auto]Conguratio

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-172.4.15 CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU Load-Line mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled

2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS informationSecure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled]Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM) Conguration options: [Dis

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-19MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable MemClk Tri-Stating during C3 and Alt VID. Conguration o

viNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two cond

2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS informationFront Panel Select [HD Audio]Selects the front panel type. Conguration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] OnBoard LAN Control

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-21The following items only appear when a USB storage device is plugged in.USB Mass Storage Device CongurationUSB Mass Storage

2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS information2.6.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]Enables or disables the Advanced Conguration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-23The following items appear only when you set CPU Q-Fan Function to [Enabled].CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM]Allows you to

2-24 Chapter 2: BIOS information2.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter>

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-25Bootup Num-Lock [On]Selects the power-on state for the NumLock. Conguration options: [Off] [On]Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enab

2-26 Chapter 2: BIOS informationChange User PasswordSelect this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the screen s

ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 2-272.8.2 Express Gate [Auto]Enables or disables the ASUS Express Gate feature. ASUS Express Gate is a unique instant-on envir

2-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information2.8.4 AI NET 2Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Powe

ASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Fax +886-2

viiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the s

EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.

viiiConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

ixM4A88T-I Deluxe specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series proce