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Asus M4A87TD/USB3 User Manual

Asus M4A87TD/USB3
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Motherboard
M4A87TD

Table of Contents

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Asus M4A87TD/USB3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
CPU SocketAM3
Form FactorATX
Memory TypeDDR3
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory Supported16GB
PCIe 2.0 x16 Slots1
PCIe 2.0 x1 Slots2
PCI Slots3
SATA 6Gb/s Ports6
USB 3.0 Ports2
USB 2.0 Ports12
ChipsetAMD 870 / SB850
LANRealtek 8111E Gigabit LAN
Audio8-channel HD Audio
RAID Support0, 1, 10

Summary

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.1 Welcome!

A brief greeting and introduction to the motherboard.

1.2 Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package.

1.3 Special Features

Highlights key technologies and design aspects.

1.4 Before You Proceed

Important precautions before installing components.

1.5 Motherboard Overview

Details the physical layout and components of the motherboard.

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Guide to installing the CPU onto the motherboard.

1.7 System Memory

Information on installing and configuring RAM modules.

1.8 Expansion Slots

Description of available slots for adding hardware cards.

1.9 Jumper

Instructions for using the Clear RTC RAM jumper.

1.10 Onboard Switch

Explanation of onboard switches like MemOK! and Core Unlocker.

1.11 Onboard LEDs

Description of the motherboard's diagnostic LEDs.

1.12 Connectors

Details about internal and external motherboard connectors.

1.13 Software Support

Information on drivers, utilities, and OS installation.

Notices and Compliance

Federal Communications Commission Statement

FCC compliance details for the device.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian regulatory compliance for radio noise.

REACH Compliance

Information regarding chemical substances and regulations.

Environmental Precautions

Warnings about proper disposal of electronic waste.

Safety and User Guide Conventions

Safety Information

Critical warnings for safe handling and operation of the motherboard.

About This Guide

Explains the structure and purpose of the user manual.

Conventions Used in This Guide

Defines symbols and formatting used in the manual.

Where to Find More Information

Lists resources for additional product details and updates.

Typography

Explains the meaning of different text styles used in the manual.

M4A87TD Specifications Summary

CPU

Details on compatible CPUs and their specifications.

Chipset

Information about the motherboard's chipset.

System Bus

Specifications for the system's data transfer interfaces.

Memory

Details on supported RAM types, speeds, and configurations.

Expansion Slots

Information on PCI and PCIe slot types and capabilities.

Storage

Specifications for SATA and IDE controllers and ports.

LAN

Details on the onboard network interface.

Audio

Information on the onboard sound system.

USB

Specifications for USB ports and controllers.

ASUS Unique Features

Highlights proprietary ASUS technologies and innovations.

ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features

Details on tools for performance tuning.

Internal I/O Connectors

List and description of internal motherboard headers.

Rear Panel I/O Ports

Description of external ports on the motherboard's back panel.

BIOS Features

Overview of the motherboard's BIOS capabilities.

Manageability

Settings related to system management features.

Support DVD Contents

List of software and drivers provided on the support DVD.

Form Factor

Physical dimensions of the motherboard.

Chapter 2: BIOS Information

2.1 Knowing BIOS

Basic introduction to the system's BIOS.

2.2 Updating BIOS

Instructions and precautions for updating the BIOS.

2.3 BIOS Setup Program

Guide to navigating and using the BIOS setup utility.

2.4 Main Menu

Overview of basic system information within the BIOS.

2.5 Ai Tweaker Menu

Settings for overclocking and performance tuning.

2.6 Advanced Menu

Configuration options for system devices and components.

2.7 Power Menu

Settings for ACPI and advanced power management features.

2.8 Boot Menu

Options for configuring system startup and boot order.

2.9 Tools Menu

Access to utilities like EZ Flash and O.C. Profile.

2.10 Exit Menu

Options for saving, discarding, or loading BIOS settings.

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