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Asus M4A89GTD PRO Series User Manual

Asus M4A89GTD PRO Series
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Motherboard
M4A89GTD
PRO Series
M4A89GTD PRO/USB3
M4A89GTD PRO

Table of Contents

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Asus M4A89GTD PRO Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetAMD 890GX
SocketAM3
Memory TypeDDR3
Max Memory16GB
PCI Express x162
PCI Express x11
PCI Slots2
SATA 6Gb/s6
Onboard VideoATI Radeon HD 4290
eSATA1
FireWire1
PS/2 Ports1
Form FactorATX
Memory Slots4
Memory StandardDDR3 2000(O.C.)/1333/1066
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Onboard AudioRealtek ALC892 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
Onboard LANRealtek 8111E Gigabit LAN
USB 3.02
USB Ports14 x USB 2.0 (6 rear, 8 at mid-board)

Summary

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Provides a brief welcome message and an introduction to the motherboard.

1.2 Package contents

Lists and illustrates all items included in the motherboard package.

1.3 Special features

Details the unique technologies and features of the motherboard.

Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed

Outlines essential precautions to take before installing components or changing settings.

2.2 Motherboard overview

Describes the layout and identifies various connectors, jumpers, and slots on the motherboard.

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Explains the CPU socket, installation process, and heatsink/fan assembly.

2.4 System memory

Covers memory overview, configurations, installing, and removing DIMM modules.

2.5 Expansion slots

Details how to install and configure expansion cards in various slots.

2.6 Jumper

Explains the function and usage of the Clear RTC RAM jumper for CMOS settings.

2.7 Onboard switches

Describes the functionality of onboard switches like MemOK!, Turbo Key II, and Core Unlocker.

2.8 Connectors

Illustrates and defines rear panel and internal motherboard connectors for peripherals.

2.9 Onboard LEDs

Identifies and explains the status indicators for onboard LEDs.

2.10 Starting up for the first time

Provides a step-by-step guide for the initial system power-on and POST.

2.11 Turning off the computer

Explains procedures for safely shutting down the computer.

Chapter 3: BIOS setup

3.1 Knowing BIOS

Introduces the BIOS system and its role in hardware configuration and system startup.

3.2 Updating BIOS

Guides users on how to update the motherboard BIOS using various utilities.

3.3 BIOS setup program

Explains how to navigate and use the BIOS setup utility interface and its components.

3.4 Main menu

Provides an overview of basic system information displayed in the BIOS Main menu.

3.5 Ai Tweaker menu

Details settings for overclocking and performance tuning related to CPU and DRAM.

3.6 Advanced menu

Covers advanced settings for CPU, Chipset, onboard devices, USB, and PCI/PnP.

3.7 Power menu

Explains configuration options for Advanced Power Management (APM) features.

3.8 Boot menu

Allows users to configure system boot options, device priority, and security settings.

3.9 Tools menu

Describes special function utilities like EZ Flash 2, Express Gate, and O.C. Profile.

3.10 Exit menu

Explains options for saving, discarding changes, and loading default BIOS settings.

Chapter 4: Software support

4.1 Installing an operating system

Provides guidance on installing Windows OS versions supported by the motherboard.

4.2 Support DVD information

Details the contents of the support DVD, including drivers and utilities.

4.3 Software information

Introduces various software applications provided on the support DVD.

4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility—TurboV EVO

Explains ASUS utilities for overclocking, including TurboV, CPU Level UP, and Turbo Key.

4.5 RAID configurations

Guides users on configuring Serial ATA hard disk drives for RAID sets.

4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk

Provides instructions on creating a RAID driver disk for OS installation.

Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support

5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology

Explains how to install and enable ATI CrossFireX technology for multi-GPU setups.

5.2 ATI® Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology

Details system requirements and configuration for ATI Hybrid CrossFireX.

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Outlines FCC compliance and operational conditions for the device.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

States compliance with Canadian regulations for radio noise emissions.

REACH

Provides information regarding chemical substances and product recycling.

Safety information

Electrical safety

Details precautions to prevent electrical shock hazards and ensure safe operation.

Operation safety

Lists important guidelines for handling and operating the motherboard safely.

About this guide

How this guide is organized

Explains the structure and content of the user guide.

Where to find more information

Directs users to additional resources for more information and updates.

Conventions used in this guide

Typography

Defines text formatting conventions, symbols, and key notations used in the manual.

M4A89GTD PRO Series specifications summary

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a)

Specifies compliance with relevant FCC rules and regulations.

Supplementary Information:

Provides additional details regarding device compliance and operational conditions.

EC Declaration of Conformity

ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

Provides contact details for the manufacturer's headquarters in Taiwan.

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Lists contact information for the manufacturer's North American branch.

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Provides contact details for the manufacturer's European branch.

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