M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3

    • Turbo Unlocker - On Demand Real Time CPU Boost
    • Core Unlocker - Intelligently Unlocks True Core Performance
    • Turbo Key II - Switch on the Potential, Turn up the Performance!
    • GPU Boost - Instant iGPU Level Up!
    • TurboV EVO - The Ultimate O.C. Processor
    • USB 3.0 & SATA 6Gb/s support
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    Specifications

    CPUAMD AM3 Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/Sempron™ 100 Series Processors
    Supports AM3 45 nm CPU
    Supports CPU up to 140 W
    AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology
    ChipsetAMD 880G/SB850
    Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 16GB, DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1333/1066 Hz ECC, Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
    Dual Channel Memory Architecture
    * Due to OS limitation, when installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operation system may only recognize less than 3GB. Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard.
    * AMD AM3 100 and 200 series CPU support up to DDR3 1066MHz.
    System BusUp to 5.2 GT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0
    GraphicIntegrated ATI Radeon™ HD 4250 GPU
    Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DVI/RGB ports
    Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB
    SidePort Memory - onboard 128MB DDR3 1333 memory
    Dual independent displays support with HDMI/DVI and D-Sub
    Hardware Decode Acceleration for H.264, VC-1, and MPEG-2
    Blu-ray playback support *1
    Supports DirectX 10.1, OpenGL 2.0, Shader Model 4.1, Universal Video Decoder (UVD) 2.0
    Multi-GPU SupportSupports AMD CrossFireX™ Technology
    Expansion Slots1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (blue)
    1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4 mode, gray)
    1 x PCIe 2.0 x1
    3 x PCI
    StorageAMD SB850 controller :
    5 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), blue
    1 x eSATA 6Gb/s port(s), red
    Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD
    VIA VT6330 controller :
    1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices , navy blue
    LANRealtek® 8111E , 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s), featuring AI NET2
    AudioRealtek® ALC 892 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
    IEEE 1394VIA® VT6330 controller
    2 x IEEE 1394a port(s)
    (1 at mid-board, 1 at back panel)
    USB PortsBuilt-in Controller :
    12 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, black+red, 8 at mid-board)
    Built-in Controller :
    2 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue)
    Special FeaturesASUS Xtreme Design :
    ASUS Hybrid Processor - TurboV EVO :
    - Turbo Unlocker
    - Auto Tuning
    - TurboV
    - CPU Level Up
    - GPU Boost
    ASUS Hybrid Switch :
    - Core Unlocker
    - Turbo Key II
    ASUS Power Design :
    - 8 +2 Phase Power Design
    - ASUS EPU
    ASUS Exclusive Features :
    - MemOK!
    - Anti-Surge
    - Express Gate
    ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
    - Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution
    - ASUS Fan Xpert
    ASUS EZ DIY :
    - ASUS O.C. Profile
    - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
    - ASUS EZ Flash 2
    - ASUS MyLogo 2
    Back I/O Ports1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
    1 x DVI
    1 x D-Sub
    1 x HDMI
    1 x eSATA 6Gb/s
    1 x IEEE 1394a
    2 x USB 3.0
    4 x USB 2.0
    1 x Optical S/PDIF out
    6 x Audio jack(s)
    Internal I/O Ports4 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 8 USB 2.0 port(s)
    1 x IDE connector(s)
    1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
    5 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
    1 x IEEE 1394a connector(s)
    1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
    1 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
    1 x Power Fan connector(s)
    1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
    1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
    1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
    1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
    1 x System panel(s)
    1 x MemOK! button(s)
    1 x Core Unlocker switch(es)
    1 x Turbo Key II switch(es)
    AccessoriesUser's manual
    ASUS Q-Shield
    1 x UltraDMA 133/100 cable(s)
    2 x SATA 3Gb/s cable(s)
    2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
    1 x Q-connector(s) (2 in 1) *2
    BIOS16 Mb Flash ROM , AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
    ManageabilityWOL by PME,WOR by PME,WOR by Ring,PXE
    Support DiscDrivers
    ASUS PC Probe II
    Express Gate
    Anti-virus software (OEM version)
    ASUS Update
    AMD OverDrive Utility (AOD)
    Form FactorATX Form Factor
    12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )
    Note*1: Please use Windows Vista or above OS for Blu-ray Playback.
    *2: Retail version only.

    CPU, Chipset and Graphics Features

    AMD® AM3 Phenom™II /Athlon™II /Sempron™ 100 Series Processors

    This motherboard supports AMD® AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the new 45nm manufacturing process.

    CrossFireX Support

    Flexible Multi-GPU solutions, Your Weapon of Choice!
    M4A88TD-V EVO Series brings you the multi-GPU choice of CrossFireX™. Expect a brand-new gaming style you’ve never experienced before!

    AMD® 880G

    AMD® 880G 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 and multi-core CPUs to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities.




    PCIe 2.0 support

    Double Speed; Double Bandwidth
    This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance.

    VGA Output Support

    HDMI Support

    Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia Home-Theater Entertainment
    High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a set of digital video standards that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through through a single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs, HDMI provides you with the highest-quality home theater experience.

    DVI Support

    DVI (Digital Visual Interface) provides high visual quality of digital display devices such as LCD monitor. The interface of this motherboard supports dual VGA output both DVI-D/HDMI and RGB.

    Next-gen Technology

    True USB 3.0 Support

    Realize the True Future!! - TRUE USB 3.0 Support!
    Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8 Gb/s with USB 3.0–the latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10X faster and is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components.

    True SATA 6Gb/s Support

    The AMD® SB850 Southbridge natively supports next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems.

    Memory Features

    Dual-Channel DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1333/ 1066 support

    The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2000(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance.

    Hybrid Switch

    Core Unlocker

    Intelligently Unlocks True Core Performance
    ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD® CPU—with just a simply switch. Enjoy an instant performance boost by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes.

    Turbo Key II

    Switch on the Potential, Turn up the Performance!
    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.

    Hybrid Processor

    TurboV EVO

    The Ultimate O.C. Processor
    The ultimate O.C. processor satisfies every level of overclockers—from die-hard enthusiasts to beginners. Auto tuning intelligently pushes the system to the fastest clock speeds while maintaining stability. Turbo Key boosts performance with just one touch; while TurboV offers more options to advanced overclockers to achieve world O.C. record. Moreover, upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with CPU Level UP!!

    Auto Tuning

    Auto System Level Up
    to 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!

    Turbo Key

    Touch-n-Boost!
    ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button.

    Turbo Unlocker

    On Demand Real Time CPU Boost
    Turbo Unlocker is the next evolution of an exclusive ASUS performance boost feature. All it takes is one click in the TurboV EVO interface and Turbo Unlocker automatically and dynamically adjusts each core frequency to speed up performance based on actual system load. Turbo Unlocker gets you in touch with more performance exactly when you need it.

    GPU Boost

    Instant iGPU Level Up!
    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.



    Hybrid OS

    Express Gate

    0 to Internet in Seconds!
    Express Gate™ is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering Windows®.

    ASUS Xtreme Phase

    ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design

    Longer Life & Higher Efficiency!
    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 Exclusive Features

    MemOK!

    Any Memory is A-OK!
    MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a 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!

    Anti-Surge Protection

    This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply(PSU).

    EPU

    System Level Energy Saving The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power usage for critical PC components in real-time–helping save power and money!

    ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions

    ASUS Stylish heatsink

    The brand new 2 colors features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. The Paten Pending 2-colors design within the beautifully curved fins upgrade the visual enjoyment for the motherboard users, it also effectively cools down hot airflows generated by the north bridge chipset. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS Patent 2-color Wing heat-sink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance!

    Fan Xpert

    Active Quiet & Cool
    ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature , which is caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading.Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.

    ASUS EZ DIY

    EZ Flash2

    Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS
    EZ Flash is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the pre-defined hotkey to launch this tool and update BIOS from a floppy disk before entering the OS.

    O.C. Profile

    Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings
    Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.

    ASUS Q-Shield

    The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual “fingers”—making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).

    CrashFree BIOS 3

    Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from USB flash disk
    The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.

    ASUS Q-Connector

    ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections

    Industry Standard

    8 Channel Audio Codec

    Enjoy high-end sound system on your PC!
    The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology.

    Noise Filter

    Eliminate background noise while recording
    This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording.

    S/PDIF-out on Back I/O Port

    This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via optical S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jacks. It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality.





    RoHS

    GreenASUS

    The motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union´s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to safeguard consumers´ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

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