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xConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Typog
4-6 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 ASUS EPUASUS EPU is an energy-efcient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-7Chapter 44.3.5 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and
4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-9Chapter 44.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility—TurboV EVOASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV, CPU Level UP and Turbo Key—three power
4-10 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning ModeThe Auto Tuning Mode allows smart auto-overclocking. Follow the inst
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-11Chapter 44.4.3 Using CPU Level UPCPU Level UP allows you to upgrade your CPU at no additional cost. Pick a CPU level you want to
4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.5 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the AMD® SB850 chipset that allows you to congure Serial A
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-13Chapter 44.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, ins
4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4The Main Menu allows you to select an operation to perform. The Main Menu options include:• View Drive Assign
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-15Chapter 4Creating a RAID volumeTo create a RAID volume:1. In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the LD View / LD Dene Menu
xiM4A89TD PRO specications summary(continued on the next page)CPUAMD® Socket AM3*; Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors AMD® 1
4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Deleting a RAID congurationTake caution when deleting a RAID volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-17Chapter 44.6 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP operating syste
4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.6.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk dri
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-19Chapter 45. Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the le txtsetup.oem.6. Double-click the le. A window appears
4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4
ASUS M4A89TD PRO5-1Chapter 55.1.2 Before you beginFor ATI CrossFireX to work properly, you have to uninstall all existing graphics card drivers befor
5-2 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 54. Align and rmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphi
ASUS M4A89TD PRO5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the de
5-4 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 5
ASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Fax +886-2-2890-
xii(continued on the next page)M4A89TD PRO specications summaryIEEE 1394VIA® 6315N controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard, o
EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.
xiii*Specications are subject to change without notice.M4A89TD PRO specications summaryBack panel I/O ports1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2
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ASUS M4A89TD PRO1-1Chapter 1Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® M4A89TD PRO motherboard!The motherboar
1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsAMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processor
ASUS M4A89TD PRO1-3Chapter 11.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design—Hybrid Switches*Turbo Key IIEnjoy superb performance by auto-tuning your processor to an extreme
1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1ASUS Fanless Design—Heat pipe solution The ASUS heat pipe features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-1Chapter 22.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any mot
iiE5283First Edition (V1) March 2010Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and soft
2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and inte
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-3Chapter 22.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)2-332. AM3 CP
2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.3 Placement directionWhen installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in th
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-5Chapter 22.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with an AM3 socket designed for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Se
2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-7Chapter 22.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe AMD® AM3 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly
2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base.3. Align the other end of the re
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-9Chapter 25. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled
2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Me
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-11Chapter 22.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM s
iiiContentsNotices ... viiSafety i
2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2M4A89TD PRO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capabilityVendor Part No. SizeSS/DSCh
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-13Chapter 2M4A89TD PRO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability (cont.)Vendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand
2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2M4A89TD PRO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capabilityVendor Part No. Size SS/DSC
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-15Chapter 2Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: Suppo
2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4.3 Installing a DIMMEnsure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-17Chapter 22.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections describe the slots
2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for PCI devi
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-19Chapter 22.5.4 PCI slotsThe PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PC
2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.6 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-ca
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-21Chapter 22. Turbo Key II switchThis switch allows you to auto-tune your CPU to enhance the system performance.• The O2LED5 LED
ivContents2.7 Connectors ... 2-232.7.1 Rear panel connec
2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. Core Unlocker switchThis switch allows you to unlock the extra cores of your CPU.For ensuring the sys
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-23Chapter 22.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 7. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 82.
2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel congurationPortHeadset 2-channel4-channel 6-channel 8-channelLight Blue L
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-25Chapter 2Connect to Stereo / 2.1-channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel Speakers
2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-27Chapter 22.7.3 Internal connectorsDrive jumper setting Mode of device(s) Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master - B
2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22. AMD® SB850 Serial ATA Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA 1-6)These connectors are for the Ser
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-29Chapter 24. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module
2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 25. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB910; USB1112; USB1314)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-31Chapter 26. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN)Connect the fan
v3.5.9 DRAM Driving Conguration ... 3-183.5.10 CPU & NB Voltage Mode ...
2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 27. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital I
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-33Chapter 29. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power suppl
2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis pow
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-35Chapter 22.7.4. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables.To
2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.8 Onboard LEDs1. Standby Power LEDThe motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED light
ASUS M4A89TD PRO 2-37Chapter 23. Turbo Key II LEDThe Turbo Key II LED lights when the Turbo Key II switch is turned to Enable.4. Core Unlocker LEDTh
2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.9 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2.
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-1Chapter 33.1 Knowing BIOSBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device conguration,
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.1 ASUS Update utilityThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard B
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-3Chapter 33. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto Select. Click Next.4. From the FTP site,
vi4.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Support DVD information ...
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a boot
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-5Chapter 33.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Booting the system in DOS environment1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-7Chapter 32. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart yo
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-9Chapter 33.3 BIOS setup programA BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modication. When you start up the computer, the sys
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3.3 Navigation keysAt the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu.
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-11Chapter 33.4 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic sy
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Type [Auto]Allows you to select the type of device installed.[Not Installed] Select this option if no device is in
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-13Chapter 33.4.2 Storage CongurationThe Storage Conguration menu allows you to congure your storage devices. Select an item then
viiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.4.3 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automaticall
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-15Chapter 33.5 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changing
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3The conguration options for the following sub-items vary depending on the CPU/DIMMs you install on the motherboard
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-17Chapter 33.5.4 CPU Ratio [Auto]Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Use the <+> an
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] [8 CLK] [10 CLK] [12 CLK]DRAM R
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-19Chapter 3Data drive strength [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x]DQS drive strength [Auto]Conguration o
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.17 CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU Load-Line mode. Conguration options: [Auto]
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-21Chapter 3Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunct
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Cool‘n’Quiet [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the AMD Cool’n’Quiet function.[Disabled] Disables this function.ASUS Core
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-23Chapter 3ECC CongurationECC Mode [Disabled]Disables or sets the DRAM ECC mode that allows the hardware to report and correct memo
viiiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.3 Onboard Devices CongurationHD Audio Azalia Device [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the HD Audio con
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-25Chapter 3Onboard LAN [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the onboard LAN controller.[Disabled] Disables the controller.Onboard LAN Boot R
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.5 PCIPnPThe PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.Plug And Play O/S
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-27Chapter 33.7 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an i
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3EuP Ready [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Energy Using Products (EuP) Ready function.[Enabled] Allows BIOS to s
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-29Chapter 33.7.6 Hardware MonitorCPU Temperature(PECI) / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]The onboard hardware monitor automatically det
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Q-Fan Mode [Optimal][Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed.[Standard] Sets to [Standard]
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-31Chapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 31st – xxth Boot Device [Removable Dev.]These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available dev
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-33Chapter 33.8.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item and press <Ent
ixAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gui
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Change User PasswordSelect this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the scree
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-35Chapter 33.9 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <En
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9.3 ASUS O.C. ProleThis item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Add Your CMOS ProleAllows you
ASUS M4A89TD PRO3-37Chapter 3Current CMOSRestore CMOSA:Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] B
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-1Chapter 4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the
4-2 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instruct
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-3Chapter 44.3.1 ASUS PC Probe IIPC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you
4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch several ASUS utilities easily.Launching AI Suite1. Ins
ASUS M4A89TD PRO4-5Chapter 44.3.3 ASUS Fan XpertAsus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambien
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