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E5834 First Edition V1 June 2010 Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”).
Contents Notices.......................................................................................................... vi Safety information...................................................................................... vii About this guide......................................................................................... vii M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary................................................ ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!.............................
Contents 1.13 Software support......................................................................... 1-28 1.13.1 Installing an operating system....................................... 1-28 1.13.2 Support DVD information............................................... 1-28 Chapter 2: ASUS Update utility......................................................... 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2............................................................. 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3......................
Contents 2.4.12 DRAM Voltage [Auto]..................................................... 2-16 2.4.13 HT Voltage [Auto]........................................................... 2-16 2.4.14 NB Voltage [Auto]........................................................... 2-16 2.4.15 CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto].................................. 2-17 2.4.16 CPU/NB Load-Line Calibration [Auto]............................ 2-17 2.4.17 PCI/PCIe CLK Status [Enabled].....................................
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. • .e u This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note 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 a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. .
M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors Supports 45nm CPU Supports max. 95W TDP (Thermal Design Power) AMD® Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list. Chipset AMD® 880G / SB710 System Bus Up to 5200MT/s; HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface Memory Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x SO-DIMM, max. 8GB, DDR3 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066MHz, non-ECC, unbuffered memory* * Due to CPU spec.
M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, at the back panel) 6 x USB 2.0/1.
M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary Back panel I/O ports 1 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/PDIF output port 2 x Wi-Fi antenna ports 1 x Bluetooth adapter 1 x eSATA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel audio ports ev ic em an ua ls .e u Internal connectors/ 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0/1.1 ports buttons / switches 3 x Serial ATA 3.
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Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! 1.2 Package contents ua ls Check your motherboard package for the following items. .e u Thank you for buying an ASUS® M4A88T-I Deluxe motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.
AMD® 710G Chipset The 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 graphics. It is optimized with AMD’s latest AM3 multi-core CPUs to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. DDR3 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1600(O.C.
1.3.2 1 2 Innovative ASUS features 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. When you enable the Core Unlocker feature, some CPU’s TDP (Thermal Design Power) may be higher than the maximum 95W TDP that this motherboard supports. “This CPU is not supported by this model.” will show on the POST screen. Turbo Key II .
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). 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.
Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to fine-tune the VCore / VDDNB voltage in 0.006250V steps and DRAM voltage in 0.015V steps to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data.
1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place four screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. ua ls .e u DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. an M4A88T-I DELUXE w w w .
1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 17.0cm(6.75in) KB_USB56 ATX12V SPDIFO_HDMI EATXPWR DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 204-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 204-pin module) M4A88T-I DELUXE SOCKET AM3 DVI SPDIF_O1 CPU_FAN 4 CHA_FAN 5 TURBO_KEY_II 6 Lithium Cell CMOS Power .e u LAN1 _USB3.0_12 Super I/O AMD® USB78 em USB910_WFG ALC 889 ev ic 16 8 MemOK! 10 11 SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 PCIEX16 12 SB_PWR CLRTC CHASSIS 15 14 13 w .
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with an AM3 socket designed for Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ua ls .
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 a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that comes with the heatsink package. You can also refer to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. M4A88T-I DELUXE ua ls M4A88T-I DELUXE CPU fan connector .
1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. ua ls .
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 that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the 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. 5.
1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 SO-DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency.
DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Apacer AS02GFA06C7NBGC 2GB DS Apacer G.SKILL F3-8500CL7D-4GBSQ 2GB DS G.SKILL F3-8500CL7S-2GBSQ 2GB Hynix HMT112S6BFR6C-G7 1GB Hynix HMT112S6BFR6C-G7 1GB DS Hynix HMT125S6TFR8C-G7 2GB DS Kingston KVR1066D3S7/2G 2GB DS MICRON MT16JSF25664HZ-1G1F1 2GB SAMSUNG M471B5673EH1-CF8 Transcend DIMM socket support (Optional) Voltage A* B* AM5D5808DE JSCG0944D - - • • G.
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 2 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 socket. DIMM notch 1 .
1.8 Expansion slot In the future, you may need to install an expansion card. The following sub‑sections describe the slot and the expansion card that it supports. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing an expansion card. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.
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, 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. M4A88T-I DELUXE CLRTC 1 2 2 3 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88T-I DELUXE Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: .e u 1.
1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel ports 1 2 3 16 15 14 4 5 13 12 11 8 6 7 9 10 PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse. 2. Optical S/PDIF output port. This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 3. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. 4. Onboard Bluetooth module.
6. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 7. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration.
1.10.2 1. Internal connectors 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 black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M4A88T-I DELUXE CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND M4A88T-I DELUXE fan connectors ua ls .e u DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
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 fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
4. AMD® SB710 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA 1~3) GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND These connectors are for the Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 5 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB710 controller. GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND SATA1 SATA2 .
6. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. RESET HD_LED Reset Ground HD_LEDHD_LED+ GND PWR PLEDPLED+ PIN 1 PWR LED PWR BTN F_PANEL M4A88T-I DELUXE M4A88T-I DELUXE System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR LED) • .e u This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.
1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Core Unlocker switch This switch allows you to unlock the extra cores of your CPU. To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. Enable Disable (Default) ua ls M4A88T-I DELUXE Core Unlocker Switch .
2. MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible 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-I DELUXE M4A88T-I DELUXE MemOK! switch .e u • Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED.
3. Turbo Key II switch This switch allows you to auto-tune your CPU to enhance the system performance. To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. M4A88T-I DELUXE Enable Disable (Default) .e u M4A88T-I DELUXE Turbo Key II Switch ua ls • 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.
1.12 1. Onboard LEDs Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M4A88T-I DELUXE ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off M4A88T-I DELUXE Onboard LED DRAM LED .e u 2.
4. Turbo Key II LED The Turbo Key II LED lights when the Turbo Key II switch is turned to Enable. M4A88T-I DELUXE O2LED2 w w w .d ev ic em an ua ls .
1.13 Software support 1.13.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 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. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ua ls .e u The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment.
The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating from a BIOS file 3. a. Select Update BIOS from a file, then click Next. b. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. ua ls .
• This function supports USB flash disks 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! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated BIOS file.
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays 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.
Backing up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write-protected and has enough free space to save the file. 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[filename] and press . D:\>bupdater /oOLDBIOS1.rom Filename Extension The [filename] is any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension.
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-I Deluxe VER: 0204 (H:00 B:04) DATE: 04/29/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ M4A88TID.ROM 2097152 2010-01-11 17:30:48 ua ls .
2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Main Configuration fields Menu bar Ai Tweaker General help M4A88T-I Deluxe BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Version 0204 Exit Main Settings System Time System Date SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 E-SATA SATA Configuration Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. [19:34:30] [Tue 01/15/2002] :[Not :[Not :[Not :[Not Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Use [+] or [-] to configure system Time. System Information +- ua ls .
2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, 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. 2.2.5 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on a menu screen means that the item has a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press . 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2.2.
2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Main Ai Tweaker M4A88T-I Deluxe BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Version 0204 Exit Main Settings System Time System Date :[Not :[Not :[Not :[Not Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.
PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.3.4 SATA Configuration .
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values 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.
2.4.2 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 Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Auto Loads the optimal settings for the system. CPU Level UP Allows you to select a CPU level, and the related parameters will be adjusted automatically. Overclock Profile Allows you to select an overclocking profile.
2.4.5 CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the NB Clock and the CPU Bus Frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] 2.4.6 HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [200MHz] [400MHz] [600MHz] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] 2.4.7 [Enabled] [Disabled] GPU Booster [Enabled] Select [Enabled] to automatically optimize the iGPU frequency.
DRAM READ to PRE Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] DRAM Row Cycle Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [11 CLK] ~ [41 CLK] DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] [8 CLK] [10 CLK] [12 CLK] DRAM RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] DRAM READ to WRITE Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 CLK] ~ [17 CLK] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay(DD) [Auto] .
Data drive strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] DQS drive strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] Processor ODT [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [240 ohms +/- 20%] [120 ohms +/- 20%] [60 ohms +/- 20%] Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad and press the key. You can also use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
2.4.15 CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU Load-Line mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.16 CPU/NB Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU/NB Load-Line mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.17 PCI/PCIe CLK Status [Enabled] Allows you to enable and disable clock for PCI/PCIe slot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Advanced menu .e u 2.
Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled] Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Cool ‘n’ Quiet [Enabled] Enables or disables the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet technology. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ACPI SRAT Table [Enabled] Enables or disables the building of ACPI SRAT table. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C1E Support [Disabled] .
MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable MemClk Tri-Stating during C3 and Alt VID. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable memory remapping around memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Auto] Allows you to select the unganged DRAM mode (64-bit width). Configuration options: [Auto] [Always] Power Down Enable [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable DDR power down mode.
Front Panel Select [HD Audio] Selects the front panel type. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] OnBoard LAN Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Enables or disables the Onboard LAN Boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the onboard USB 3.0 controller. 2.5.4 PCIPnP .
The following items only appear when a USB storage device is plugged in. USB Mass Storage Device Configuration USB Mass Storage Reset Delay [20 Sec] Sets the maximum time that the 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] Power menu .e u 2.
2.6.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Enables or disables the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When this item is set to [Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.4 APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] When this item set to [Always Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss.
The following items appear only when you set CPU Q-Fan Function to [Enabled]. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] 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] CPU Q-Fan Mode [Standard] .
2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Main M4A88T-I Deluxe BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Tools Ai Tweaker Version 0204 Exit Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B:) may appear when you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device.
Bootup Num-Lock [On] Selects the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On] Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the system displays the message Press DEL to run Setup during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.7.
Change User Password Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed. To set a User Password: 1. Select the Change User Password item and press . 2. In the password box, key in a password containing up to six letters or numbers, or both, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted.
2.8.2 Express Gate [Auto] Enables or disables the ASUS Express Gate feature. ASUS Express Gate is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet and Skype. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the first screen of Express Gate for user action.
2.8.4 AI NET 2 Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-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.
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(510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 FCC Part 15, Subpart E, Intentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart C, Intentional Radiators Model Number : M4A88T-I DELUXE Conforms to the following specifications: Product Name : Motherboard Signature : Date : Representative Person’s Name : May 17, 2010 Steve Chang / President This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
