Hi-Fi A88W 3D Setup Manual FCC Information and Copyright This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction .........................................................................1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Before You Start......................................................................... 1 Package Checklist ..................................................................... 1 Motherboard Features ............................................................... 2 Rear Panel Connectors .............................................................
Hi-Fi A88W 3D CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 BEFORE YOU START Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below: Prepare a dry and stable working environment with sufficient lighting. Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before operation.
Motherboard Manual 1.3 MOTHERBOARD FEATURES Specifications 2 CPU Support Socket FM2+/FM2 for AMD A-series processor Maximum CPU TDP (Thermal Design Power): 100Watt * Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for CPU support list. Chipset AMD A88X FCH Memory Supports Dual Channel DDR3 800/ 1066/ 1333/ 1600/ 1866/ 2133/ 2400(OC)/ 2600(OC) 4 x DDR3 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 64 GB Memory Each DIMM supports non-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8/ 16 GB DDR3 module * Please refer to www.biostar.com.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D 1.4 Note 1: Note 2: Note 3: Note 4: REAR PANEL CONNECTORS HDMI / DVI-D / VGA Output require an AMD family processor with integrated graphics. The mainboard supports three independent display outputs. Since the audio chip supports High Definition Audio Specification, the function of each audio jack can be defined by software. The input / output function of each audio jack listed above represents the default setting.
Motherboard Manual 1.5 MOTHERBOARD LAYOUT st Note: ■ represents the 1 pin.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2.1 INSTALLING CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU) Step 1: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard Step 2: Pull the socket locking out from the socket and then raise the lever up to a 90-degree angel. Step 3: Look for the white triangle on socket, and the gold triangle on CPU should point towards this white triangle. The CPU will fit only in the correct orientation.
Motherboard Manual Step 4: 2.2 Hold the CPU down firmly, and then close the lever to locked the position INSTALL A HEATSINK Step 1: Place the heatsink and fan assembly onto the retention frame. Match the heatsink clip with the socket mounting-lug. Hook the spring clip to the mounting-lug. Step 2: On the other side, push the retention clip straight down to lock into the plastic lug on the retention frame, and then press down the locker until it stops.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D 2.3 FAN HEADERS These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan cable and connector may be different according to the fan manufacturer. Connect the fan cable to the connector while matching the black wire to pin#1.
Motherboard Manual 2.4 INSTALLING SYSTEM MEMORY A. DDR3 Modules Step 1: Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. Step 2: Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. Note: If the DIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it. Pull it all the way out and try again.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D B. Memory Capacity DIMM Socket Location DDR3 Module DDR3_A1 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB DDR3_A2 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB DDR3_B1 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB DDR3_B2 512MB/1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB Total Memory Size Max is 64GB. C. Dual Channel Memory Installation Please refer to the following requirements to activate Dual Channel function: Install memory module of the same density in pairs, shown in the table.
Motherboard Manual 2.5 CONNECTORS AND SLOTS ATXPWR1: ATX Power Source Connector For better compatibility, we recommend to use a standard ATX 24-pin power supply for this connector. Make sure to find the correct orientation before plugging the connector. Pin 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Assignment +3.3V -12V Ground PS_ON Ground Ground Ground NC +5V +5V +5V Ground Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Assignment +3.3V +3.3V Ground +5V Ground +5V Ground PW_OK Standby Voltage+5V +12V +12V +3.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D PEX1_1/1_2: PCI-Express Gen2 x1 Slot - PCI-Express 2.0 compliant. Data transfer bandwidth up to 500MB/s per direction; 1GB/s in total PEX16_1: PCI-Express Gen3 x16 Slot - PCI-Express 3.0 compliant. Maximum theoretical realized bandwidth of 16GB/s simultaneously per direction, for an aggregate of 32GB/s totally. Only FM2+ processors can support PCIe 3.0. PEX16_2: PCI-Express Gen2 x4 Slot - PCI-Express 2.0 compliant. Data transfer bandwidth up to 2GB/s per direction; 4GB/s in total.
Motherboard Manual CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP 3.1 HOW TO SETUP JUMPERS The illustration shows how to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is “close”, if not, that means the jumper is “open”. Pin opened Pin closed Pin1-2 closed JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Jumper Placing the jumper on pin2-3, it allows user to restore the BIOS safe setting and the CMOS data. Please carefully follow the procedures to avoid damaging the motherboard.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D 3.2 DETAIL SETTINGS PANEL1: Front Panel Header This 16-pin connector includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED, and speaker connection. It allows user to connect the PC case’s front panel switch functions.
Motherboard Manual JFRONT_USB3_1: Header for USB 3.0 Ports at Front Panel This header allows user to connect additional USB cable on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of simultaneously accessible external Plug and Play peripherals.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D F_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header This header allows user to connect the front audio output cable with the PC front panel. This header supports HD and AC’97 audio front panel connector.
Motherboard Manual CIR1: Consumer IR Header This header is for infrared remote control and communication. Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 Assignment IrDA serial input Ground Ground Key IrDA serial output IR Power On-Board Buttons There are 2 on-board buttons. SW_PWR1: This is an on-board Power Switch button. SW_RST1: This is an on-board Reset button. BIOS POST Code/CPU Temperature Indicator This indicator will show POST code while booting. After the booting sequence, it will show current CPU temperature.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D CHAPTER 4: AMD DUAL GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY 4.1 AMD DUAL GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCTION When user adds a AMD PCIe display adapter, it can be integrated with IGD to show better performance. To make the two video devices work simultaneously and normally, please refer to the following setting. 4.
Motherboard Manual 4.3 AMD DUAL GRAPHICS SETUP Step 1: Insert Dual Graphics-Ready graphics card into PEX16_1 slot. Step 2: Set the BIOS setting as follows: [Chipset]→[North Bridge]→[Surround View]→[Enabled] Step 3: Install Driver DVD Chipset Driver, and reboot the system. Activate AMD VISION Engine Control Center to make sure CrossFire has been enabled.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D CHAPTER 5: SOFTWARE & UEFI BIOS 5.1 SOFTWARE Installing Software 1. Insert the Setup DVD to the optical drive. The driver installation program would appear if the Auto-run function has been enabled. 2. 3. Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software title. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Launching Software After the installation process is completed, you will see the software icon showing on the desktop.
Motherboard Manual The OC Tweaker tab allows you to save or load the OC setting profiles, change system frequency and voltage settings. The HW Monitor tab allows you to monitor hardware voltage, fan speed, and temperature. You can also set CPU Smart Fan function in this tab. Note1: Not all types of CPU perform above overclock setting ideally; the difference will be based on the selected CPU model.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Green Power II Utility BIOSTAR G.P.U II (Green Power Utility) is a new function. The utility enhances energy efficiency by disabling extra phases while CPU is on light loading; it features 4+1 power phases, current power saving, and total power saving. This tool integrates a friendly GUI to monitor your CPU Usage, CPU Watt, and CPU Temperature. Moreover, it optimizes power saving and best power efficiency on your system.
Motherboard Manual Smart EAR 3D Hi-Fi 3D Audio Requirements: 1. A chassis with front audio output jacks 2. An earphone or a headphone 3. Speakers 4. Windows 7 or Windows 8 operation system Installation Guide: 1. Make sure the front audio cable of the chassis connected to the front audio header of the motherboard properly. 2. Install the Smart Ear 3D Utility from the driver DVD. 3. Connect the earphone or headphone to the front audio jack of the chassis for Smart Gain and 3D Sound Field functions. 4.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Smart EAR 3D Utility: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Rear Panel Audio Output Indicator: It displays a blue light when the audio output is from rear panel “Line Out” ports. 3D Sound Field Button: There are six sound environment options for achieving realistic listening experience. It displays a blue light when the 3D Sound Field is enabled. Smart PREAMP Button: Click this switch to turn on or off the Smart PREAMP function.
Motherboard Manual eHot-Line eHot-Line is a convenient utility that helps you to contact with our Tech-Support system. This utility will collect the system information which is useful for analyzing the problem you may have encountered, and then send these information to our tech-support department to help you fix the problem. Note: Before you use this utility, please set Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application program. represents important information that you must provide.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Enter the file name and then click “Save”. Your system information will be saved to a .txt file. Open the saved .txt file, you will see your system information including motherboard/BIOS/CPU/video/ device/OS information. This information is also concluded in the sent mail. Note1: We will not share customer’s data with any other third parties, so please feel free to provide your system information while using eHot-Line service.
Motherboard Manual BIOScreen Utility This utility allows you to personalize your boot logo easily. You can choose BMP as your boot logo so as to customize your computer. Please follow the step-by-step instructions below to update boot logo: z Load Image:Choose the picture as the boot logo. z Transform:Transform the picture for BIOS and preview the result. z Update Bios:Write the picture to BIOS Memory to complete the update.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D 5.2 UEFI BIOS SETUP z z The BIOS Setup program can be used to view and change the BIOS settings for the computer. The BIOS Setup program is accessed by pressing the key after the Power-On Self-Test (POST) memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins. For further information of setting up the UEFI BIOS, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Manual in the Setup DVD. 5.
Motherboard Manual 6. Select the proper BIOS file, and a message asking if you are sure to flash the BIOS file. Click Yes to start updating BIOS. 7. A dialog pops out after BIOS flash is completed, asking you to restart the system. Press the [Y] key to restart system. 8. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press key to enter BIOS setup.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D 4. An open dialog will show up to request your agreement to start the BIOS update. Click Yes to start the online update procedure. 5. If there is a new BIOS version, the utility will ask you to download it. Click Yes to proceed. 6. After the download is completed, you will be asked to program (update) the BIOS or not. Click Yes to proceed. 7. After the updating process is finished, you will be asked you to reboot the system. Click OK to reboot. 8.
Motherboard Manual 4. A warning message will show up to request your agreement to start the BIOS update. Click OK to start the update procedure. 5. Choose the location for your BIOS file in the system. Please select the proper BIOS file, and then click on Open. It will take several minutes, please be patient. 6. After the BIOS Update process is finished, click on OK to reboot the system. 7. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press key to enter BIOS setup.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D CHAPTER 6: USEFUL HELP 6.1 DRIVER INSTALLATION NOTE After you installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup Driver DVD into your optical drive and install the driver for better system performance. You will see the following window after you insert the DVD The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system. A. Driver Installation To install the driver, please click on the Driver icon.
Motherboard Manual 6.2 AMI BIOS BEEP CODE Boot Block Beep Codes Number of Beeps Continuing Description Memory sizing error or Memory module not found POST BIOS Beep Codes Number of Beeps 1 8 6.3 32 Description Success booting.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Code Description 71 South Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started 72 South Bridge devices initialization 78 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) 79 ACPI module initialization 90 Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started 91 Driver connecting is started 92 PCI Bus initialization is started 93 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization 94 PCI Bus Enumeration 95 PCI Bus Request Resources 96 PCI Bus Assign Resources 97 Console Output devices connect 98 Console input
Motherboard Manual 6.4 TROUBLESHOOTING Probable 1. There is no power in the system. Power LED does not shine; the fan of the power supply does not work 2. Indicator light on keyboard does not shine. System is inoperative. Keyboard lights are on, power indicator lights are lit, and hard drives are running. System does not boot from a hard disk drive, but can be booted from optical drive. Solution 1. Make sure power cable is securely plugged in. 2. Replace cable. 3. Contact technical support.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D CPU Overheated If the system shutdown automatically after power on system for seconds, that means the CPU protection function has been activated. When the CPU is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown automatically to avoid a damage of the CPU, and the system may not power on again. In this case, please double check: 1. The CPU cooler surface is placed evenly with the CPU surface. 2. CPU fan is rotated normally. 3. CPU fan speed is fulfilling with the CPU speed.
Motherboard Manual 6.5 RAID FUNCTIONS RAID Definitions RAID 0: In a RAID 0 system data are split up in blocks that get written across all the drives in the array. By using multiple disks (at least 2) at the same time, this offers superior I/O performance. This performance can be enhanced further by using multiple controllers, ideally one controller per disk. Features and Benefits Drives: Minimum 2, and maximum is up to 6 or 8. Depending on the platform.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D RAID 10: RAID 10 combines the advantages (and disadvantages) of RAID 0 and RAID 1 in one single system. It provides security by mirroring all data on a secondary set of disks (disk 3 and 4 in the drawing below) while using striping across each set of disks to speed up data transfers. Features and Benefits Drives: Minimum 4, and maximum is 6 or 8, depending on the platform. Benefits: Optimizes for both fault tolerance and performance, allowing for automatic redundancy.
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Motherboard Manual FRENCH Spécifications Interface de connexion FM2+/FM2 pour série A AMD processeur Support Unité Enveloppe thermique Unité Centrale maximum : 100Watt Centrale * Veuillez vous reporter à www.biostar.com.tw pour la liste des supports modèles d'Unité Centrale. Jeu de puces AMD A88X FCH Supporte mémoire DDR3 double canal 800/ 1066/ 1333/ 1600/ 1866/ 2133/ 2400(OC)/ 2600(OC) Mémoire Banc de mémoire 4 x DDR3 DIMM, Supporte max.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Spécifications 8x Connecteur SATA 6.0Gb/s 2x embases USB 2.0 (chaque embase supporte 2 Ports USB 2.0) 1x embase USB 3.0 (chaque embase supporte 2 Ports USB 3.
Motherboard Manual GERMAN Spezifikationen Anschluss-FM2+/FM2 für AMD A-Serie Prozessor CPU-Unterstützung Maximale CPU TDP (Thermal Design Power): 100 Watt * Bitte konsultieren Sie www.biostar.com.tw für CPU-Unterstützungsliste Chipset AMD A88X FCH Unterstützt zweikanaliges DDR3 800/ 1066/ 1333/ 1600/ 1866/ 2133/ 2400(OC)/ 2600(OC) Festplattenspeicher 4 x DDR3 DIMM-SpeicherSlot, Max.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Spezifikationen 8x SATA 6.0Gb/s-Verbinung 2x USB 2.0-Header (jeder Header unterstützt 2 USB 2.0-Ports) 1x USB 3.0-Header (jeder Header unterstützt 2 USB 3.
Motherboard Manual ITALIAN Specificazioni Supporto processore Tipo scheda Slot FM2+/FM2 per processore AMD serie-A Alimentazione di Proiezione Termico (TDP – Thermal Design Power): 100Watt * Si prega di consultare www.biostar.com.tw per la lista di supporto del processore.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Specificazioni Connettore 8x SATA 6.0Gb/s Distributore 2x USB 2.0(ogni distributore supporta 2 slot USB 2.0) Distributore 1x USB 3.0(ogni distributore supporta 2 slot USB 3.
Motherboard Manual JAPANESE 仕様 AMD A-シリーズ プロセッサの Socket FM2+/FM2 CPU サポート 最大 CPU TDP (Thermal Design Power 最大放熱量):100 W *CPU サポート リストについては、www.biostar.com.twを参照してください。 チップセット AMD A88X FCH デュアルチャンネル DDR3 800/ 1066/ 1333/ 1600/ 1866/ 2133/ 2400(OC)/ 2600(OC) を サポート メモリ 4 x DDR3 DIMM メモリ スロット、 最大 64 GB メモリまでサポート 各 DIMM は、 非-ECC 512MB/ 1/ 2/ 4/ 8/ 16 GB DDR3 モジュールをサポートしています *サポートされているメモリのリストについては、www.biostar.com.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D 仕様 8x SATA 6.0Gb/s コネクタ 2x USB 2.0 ヘッダー (各ヘッダーは、2つの USB 2.0 ポートをサポートしています) 1x USB 3.0 ヘッダー (各ヘッダーは、2つの USB 3.
Motherboard Manual POLISH Specyfikacje techniczne Gniazdo procesora (Socket) FM2+/FM2 dla procesorów AMD seria-A Obsługa procesora Moc Wydzielanego Ciepła (TDP - Thermal Design Power): 100Watt * Proszę sprawdzić listę obsługiwanych procesorów na stronie internetowej www.biostar.com.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Specyfikacje techniczne Złącza 8x SATA 6.0Gb/s Złącza 2x USB 2.0 (każde złącze obsługuje dodatkowe 2 porty USB 2.0) Złącze 1x USB 3.0 (każde złącze obsługuje dodatkowe 2 porty USB 3.
Motherboard Manual PORTUGUESE Especificações Porta FM2+/FM2 para processador AMD série-A Suporte Processador Alimentação de Design Térmico (TDP – Thermal Design Power): 100Watt * Por favor consulte www.biostar.com.tw para obter uma lista de suporte do processador.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Especificações Conector 8x SATA 6.0Gb/s Dispositivo 2x USB 2.0 (cada Dispositivo suporta 2 portas USB 2.0) Dispositivo 1x USB 3.0 (cada Dispositivo suporta 2 portas USB 3.
Motherboard Manual RUSSIAN Спецификации Поддержка Сокет FM2+/FM2 для процессоров AMD серии A центрального Максимальный термопакет центрального процессора (TDP): 100 ватт процессора * Перечень поддержки центрального процессора смотрите на www.biostar.com.tw.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Спецификации Соединитель 8x SATA 6 Гб/с 2 контакта USB 2.0 (каждый контакт поддерживает 2 порта USB 2.0) 1 контакт USB 3.0 (каждый контакт поддерживает 2 порта USB 3.0) 1 4-выводный разъем питания 1 24-выводный разъем питания Внутр.
Motherboard Manual SPANISH Especificaciones Ranura FM2+/FM2 para procesador AMD serie - A Compatibilidad con Alimentación de Proyección Térmica (TDP – Thermal Design Power): 100Watt el procesador *Por favor consultar con www.biostar.com.tw para la lista de compatibilidad con el procesador.
Hi-Fi A88W 3D Especificaciones Conector 8x SATA 6Gb’s Distribuidor 2x USB 2.0 (cada distribuidor soporta 2 ranuras USB 2.0) Distribuidor 1x USB 3.0 (cada distribuidor soporta 2 ranuras USB 3.