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Asus M5A88-M AMD 880G (Socket AM3+) Motherboard
AM3+ CPU, mATX, DDR3 (16GB max), 2 x USB 3, 12 x USB 2, 6 x SATA 6Gb/s, RAID, 1 x HDMI, 1 x DVI, 1 x VGA, SPDIF, 7.1 HD Audio
Order Code: ASU-A3P88M
Manf.Code: 90-MIBG50-G0EAY0GZ
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CPU, Chipset and Graphics Features
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AMD FX / 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 32nm manufacturing process |
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AMD 880G Chipset 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. |
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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. |
Memory Features
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DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866(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. |
Transfer Features
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USB 3.0 support Experience ultra-fast data transfer at 4.8Gbps with USB 3.0 – the latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10 times faster and is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. |
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Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/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. |
Overclocking Features
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TPU The Ultimate Turbo Processor. Unleash your performance with ASUS’ simple onboard switch or 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. |
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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. |
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Core Unlocker Intelligently Unlocks True Core Performance. ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD CPU—with just pressing a key. Enjoy an instant performance boost by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes. |
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Auto Tuning Auto System Level Up. 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! |
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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. |
Audio Features
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8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output and jack-detect feature that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, which means there will be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. |
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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. |
Other Features
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EPU Energy Efficiency All Around. Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through AI Suite II utility. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity! |
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100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors onboard for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. |
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ErP ready The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. |
General
| Part Number | 90-MIBG50-G0EAY0GZ |
| Model Number | M5A88-M |
| Form Factor | Micro ATX form factor |
| Width | 24.4cm |
| Depth | 24.4cm |
Processor Information
| Compatible Processors | FX Phenom II Athlon II Sempron 100 Series |
| Socket Type | AMD Socket AM3+ |
Note: Please refer to www.asus.com for CPU Support List
Chipset
| Chipset Manufacturer | AMD |
| Chipset Type | 880G / SB850 |
Memory
| RAM Installed / Max Capacity | 0 GB / 16 GB |
| RAM Slots | 4 x DDR3 DIMM |
| Supported RAM Technology | Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM |
| Supported RAM Speeds | DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 |
Expansion Slots
| Expansion Slots Total (Free) | 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16
2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 1 x PCI |
VGA & Integrated Graphics Options
| Video Controller | ATI Radeon HD 4250 GPU |
| Multi-GPU Support | Hybrid CrossfireX Support |
Ports & Connectivity - External IO Panel (Back of Motherboard)
| Ports Present & Quantity | 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
1 x DVI 1 x D-Sub 1 x HDMI 1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s) 2 x USB 3.0 4 x USB 2.0 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 6 x Audio jack(s) |
Ports & Connectivity - Internal IO (Header pins on Motherboard - Inside Case)
| Ports Present & Quantity | 4 x USB 2.0 connector(s)
1 x COM port(s) connector(s) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s) 1 x CPU Fan connector(s) 1 x Chassis Fan connector(s) 1 x S/PDIF out header(s) 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s) 1 x parallel port 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) |
Storage Interfaces & Controllers
| AMD SB850 | 6 x SATA 6 Gb/s (RAID 0,1,5,10) |
LAN & Networking
| Controller | Realtek 8111E |
| Lan Speed | 10/100/1000Mbit |
| Ports | 1 x RJ-45 |
Audio
| Controller/Codec/Information | Realtek ALC 892 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC |
Features & Technologies
| Feature List | ASUS Xtreme Design
TurboV EVO Turbo Unlocker Auto Tuning TurboV CPU Level Up GPU Boost Core Unlocker ASUS EPU MemOK! Anti-Surge Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) |
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