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  • Page 1 M5A88-M EVO...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notices ......................vi Safety information ..................vii About this guide ..................vii M5A88-M EVO specifications summary ........... ix Chapter 1 Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ..........
  • Page 4 BIOS information Managing and updating your BIOS ..........2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ..........2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ............2-4 BIOS setup program ..............2-7 2.2.1...
  • Page 5 Boot menu .................. 2-25 2.7.1 Boot Device Priority ............2-25 2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 2-25 2.7.3 Security ................. 2-26 Tools menu ................. 2-28 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-28 2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ............2-28 Exit menu ..................2-29...

  • Page 6: Notices

    Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 9: M5A88-M Evo Specifications Summary

    FX Series CPU for this motherboard supports up to DDR3 ® 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. *** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). **** When you install a total memory of 4GB or more, Windows ®...
  • Page 10 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 ports at the mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, at back panel) ASUS unique ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors - TPU & EPU features - Turbo Unlocker, TurboV, Auto Tuning, CPU Level UP, GPU Boost and TPU Switch...
  • Page 11 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector BIOS 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Product Introduction

    ® 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.
  • Page 14 Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0.

  • Page 15: Innovative Asus Features

    Innovative ASUS features 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.

  • Page 16: Fan Xpert

    ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3...

  • Page 17: Before You Proceed

    • Before you install or remove any component, switch off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS M5A88-M EVO...

  • Page 18: Motherboard Overview

    Place eight screws into 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. M5A88-M EVO Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 19: Motherboard Layout

    1-27 17. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-31 USB1112, USB1314) LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 1-28 18. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-29 DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) 1-33 19. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-31 10. MemOK! switch 1-34 ASUS M5A88-M EVO...

  • Page 20: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Installing the CPU To install a CPU: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO CPU socket AM3+ Press the lever sideways to unlock the Socket lever socket, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle; otherwise, the CPU will not fit in completely.
  • Page 21 Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. CPU_FAN M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

  • Page 22: Installing The Heatsink And Fan

    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: Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. •...

  • Page 23: System Memory

    The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-11...

  • Page 24: Memory Configurations

    • Due to CPU specification, AMD 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 ® 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs.
  • Page 25 1.65V • • OCZ3OB1600LV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) 1.65V • • • OCZ3P1600LV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) 7-7-7-24 1.65V • • • OCZ3G1600LV6GK 6GB(3 x 2GB) 8-8-8-24 1.65V • • • Super Talent WA160UX6G9 6GB(3 x 2GB) • ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-13...
  • Page 26 DDR3-1333MHz capability for AMD AM3 socket DIMM socket support (Optional) Chip Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM AD30908C8D-151C A-Data AD31333001GOU A-Data • • • E0906 3GB(3 x A-Data AD31333G001GOU 8-8-8-24 1.65-1.85V • •...
  • Page 27 TAKEMS TMS2GB364D081-138EY 2GB 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • • TMS2GB364D082- TAKEMS 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • • 138EW UMAX E41302GP0-73BDB UMAX U2S24D30TP-13 • • V-Color TD2G16C9-Z8 HYNIX H5TQ1G83AFP • • • WINTEC 3WVS31333-2G-CNR AMPO AM3420803-13H • • • ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-15...
  • Page 28 DDR3-1866MHz capability for AMD AM3+ socket DIMM socket support (Optional) SS/DS Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-Data AX3U1866PB2G8-DP2(XMP) 2GB 8-8-8-24 1.55V-1.75V • CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) 9-9-9-24 1.65V •...
  • Page 29 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N 9-9-9-24 • • voltage) GEIL GV34GB1333C9DC 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • • GEIL GVP34GB1333C7DC 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS 7-7-7-24 1.5V • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-17...
  • Page 30 DDR3-1333MHz capability for AMD AM3+ socket DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 1.35V(low Hynix HMT112U6TFR8A-H9 Hynix H5TC1G83TFRH9A • • • voltage) Hynix HMT325U6BFR8C-H9 Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRH9C • •...
  • Page 31 9GF22D9KPT(ECC) • • • 1G1F1 Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC5N-BE DS Elixir N2CB1G80CN-BE • • Elixir M2Y2G64CBHA9N-BE DS - 7-7-7-20 - • • Elixir M2Y2G64CBHC9N-BE DS Elixir • • Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C • • ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-19...
  • Page 32 When using a DDR3 2000 MHz memory module, ensure to install it on the A1 slot for better overclocking capability. • The memory QVL lists are for AM3 CPU only. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL for AM3+ CPU. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 33: Installing A Dimm

    DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. DIMM notch Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-21...

  • Page 34: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 35: Jumpers

    Normal Clear RTC (Default) M5A88-M EVO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

  • Page 36: Connectors

    1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel ports 6 7 8 9 PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse. Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. VGA port.
  • Page 37 DDR3 1333 2G x 2 BIOS setup Frame Buffer Size – 256MB or higher Best resolution File format Windows Vista Windows ® ® Non-protected clips 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p Blu-ray 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-25...
  • Page 38 Blu-ray Playback Support: 880G models’ onboard graphics do not support Blu-ray playback under 32-bit / 64-bit ® Window XP operating system. ® To support Blu-ray playback on AMD 880G models, do either of the following: ® • When you are using the onboard graphics, upgrade your operating system to Window Vista or later versions.

  • Page 39: Internal Connectors

    The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The serial port module is purchased separately. COM1 PIN 1 M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-27...
  • Page 40 • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as a printer.
  • Page 41 This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. M5A88-M EVO SPDIF_OUT M5A88-M EVO Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device of Sound playback is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices >...

  • Page 42: System Panel Connector

    IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply M5A88-M EVO System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

  • Page 43: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition M5A88-M EVO Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to [HD Audio].

  • Page 44: Onboard Leds

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M5A88-M EVO Standby Power Powered Off M5A88-M EVO Onboard LED TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. 02LED2 M5A88-M EVO...
  • Page 45 The Core Unlocker LED lights when the Core Unclocker switch is turned to Enable. 02LED1 M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO 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 M5A88-M EVO 1-33...

  • Page 46: Onboard Switches

    If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
  • Page 47 BIOS settings, or enable the TPU function at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. Core_Unlocker switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the Core_Unlocker function. Core_Unlocker M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO Core Unlocker switch ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-35...

  • Page 48: Software Support

    The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 49: Chapter 2 Bios Information

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. ®...

  • Page 50: Asus Ez Flash 2

    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. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 51: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    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.

  • Page 52: Asus Bios Updater

    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.
  • Page 53 ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [09/11/19] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: M5A88-M EVO BOARD: Unknown VER: 0203 (H:00 B:02) VER: Unknown DATE: 03/28/2011 DATE: Unknown PATH: BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: ASUS M5A88-M EVO...

  • Page 54: Updating The Bios File

    At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. D:\>bupdater /pc /g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [09/11/19] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: Unknown BOARD: M5A88-M EVO VER: Unknown VER: 0203 (H:00 B:02) DATE: Unknown DATE: 03/28/2011 PATH: M5A88ME.ROM...

  • Page 55: Bios Setup Program

    • The BIOS setup screens in this chapter are for reference only. They may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS M5A88-M EVO...

  • Page 56: Bios Menu Screen

    2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help M5A88-M EVO BIOS Setup Version 0203 Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings Use [ENTER], [TAB] System Time [19:34:30] or [SHIFT-TAB] to System Date [Tue 01/08/2002] select a field.

  • Page 57: Menu Items

    A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window. M5A88-M EVO BIOS Setup Version 0203 Advanced 2.2.7...

  • Page 58: 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. M5A88-M EVO BIOS Setup Version 0203 Main Ai Tweaker...

  • Page 59: Sata Configuration

    The SATA Configuration menu allows you to configure your storage devices. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. OnChip SATA Channel [Enabled] Enables or disables onboard channel SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M5A88-M EVO 2-11...

  • Page 60: System Information

    The following two items only appear when you set OnChip SATA Channel to [Enabled]. SATA Port1 - Port4 [IDE] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [IDE] Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices.

  • Page 61: Ai Tweaker Menu

    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. M5A88-M EVO BIOS Setup Version 0203 Main Ai Tweaker...

  • Page 62: Cpu Overclocking [Auto]

    2.4.1 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. Allows you to select a DRAM O.C.

  • Page 63: Cpu Ratio [Auto]

    GPU Booster item to [Enabled] and Enhanced iGPU SpeedSetp to [Manual] for fixed GPU Engine Clock. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. The values range from 200MHz to 2000MHz. ASUS M5A88-M EVO 2-15...

  • Page 64: Oc Tuner Utility

    2.4.7 OC Tuner Utility Allows you to use OC Tuner Utility. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] 2.4.8 DRAM Timing Configuration The configuration options for some of the following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] ~ [12 CLK] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5 CLK] ~ [12 CLK]...

  • Page 65: Dram Driving Configuration

    CPU/NB Offset voltage. The values range from 0.003125V to 0.500000V with a 0.003125V interval. CPU Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage Mode item to [Manual] and allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. ASUS M5A88-M EVO 2-17...

  • Page 66: Cpu Vdda Voltage [Auto]

    CPU/NB Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage Mode item to [Manual] and allows you to set a fixed CPU/NB voltage. 2.4.11 CPU VDDA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VDDA voltage. The values range from 2.50V to 2.80V with a 0.10V interval.

  • Page 67: Advanced Menu

    Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Core Unlocker [Disabled] Enables or disables the ASUS Core Unlocker function. Conciguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Core Activation [Auto] Allows you to set CPU Core Activation. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]...

  • Page 68: Chipset

    3rd Core [On] This item appears only when you set the CPU Core Activation item to [Manual] and allows you to activate the third CPU core. Configuration options: [On] [Off] 4th Core [On] This item appears only when you set the CPU Core Activation item to [Manual] and allows you to activate the fourth CPU core.

  • Page 69: Onboard Devices Configuration

    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] USB3.0 Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the USB3.0 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M5A88-M EVO 2-21...

  • Page 70: Pcipnp

    2.5.4 PCIPnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items.

  • Page 71: Power Menu

    The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. M5A88-M EVO BIOS Setup Version 0203 Main...

  • Page 72: Hw Monitor Configuration

    Power on By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Enables or disables PS/2 Keyboard to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Power Key] [Ctrl - Esc] Power on From S5 By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Enables or disables RTC to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.5 HW Monitor Configuration...

  • Page 73: Nb Thermal Protect [Enabled]

    Configuration options: [Removable Dev.] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: ®...

  • Page 74: Security

    AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] 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.

  • Page 75: Change User Password

    When this item is set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When this item is set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] ASUS M5A88-M EVO 2-27...

  • Page 76: Tools Menu

    (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 77: Exit Menu

    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. M5A88-M EVO BIOS Setup Version 0203 Main Advanced Power Boot...
  • Page 78 2-30 Chapter 2: BIOS information...

  • Page 79: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-1805-010923*...

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