BIOSTAR has released the Hi-Fi A88S3+ motherboard based on the new AMD FM2+ socket design, supporting AMD Multi-Core (x4, x2) socket FM2+/FM2 processors AMD A-series/ E2-series processors. Based on the AMD A88X chipset, the Hi-Fi A88S3+ is featuring Biostar's Puro HiFi audio technology, it brings 4 DIMM slots supports DDR3 RAM. The motherboard also uses the newest SATA 6Gb/s, USB 3.0, and supports AMD Dual Graphics Technology.

Biostar is branding various features of its new product under what the company calls the "6+ Experience".

"Audio+" includes audio features from BIOSTAR: 3D Audio, True Blu-Ray Audio, 3D HiFi Amp and 3D Smart Ear.

The "Video+" features support for full HDMI 3D 1080p and a Dual-Link DVI port for resolutions up to 2560x1600.

The "Speed+" features include support for SmartSpeedLAN, which is a free software application that monitors and manages your PC's network behavior. There is also the Charger Booster for fast charging of Apple devices such as iPads and iPhones.

"Protection+" includes the ESD (Electro-Static Discharge) protection for the front I/O panel. This function prevents static electricity and reduces the damage to the motherboard when you are plugging or unplugging your headphones.

"Durability+" gives you 100% solid capacitors with armor-plated Biostar Technology. All capacitors are 100% solid giving a lasting life cycle, durability and stability for crucial components.



The motherboard has also a UEFI BIOS and the BIO-Remote 2 feature, which gives users a better Home Theater environment. Rapid Switch 2, engineered by BIOSTAR, is an onboard switch that allows you to shut down and restart your system. An onboard LED indicator (Rapid Debug 2) provides information about the CPU power, MB power, CPU, memory and PCI-E and posible SATA errors.

Chipset	AMD A88X
CPU SUPPORT	AMD A10 Processor AMD A8 Processor AMD A6 Processor AMD A4 Processor AMD E2 Processor AMD Athlon II X4 Processor Maximum CPU TDP (Thermal Design Power) : 100Watt
MEMORY	Support Dual Channel DDR3 2600(OC)/2400(OC)/2133/1866/1600/1333/1066/800 MHz 4 x DDR3 DIMM Memory Slot Max. Supports up to 64GB Memory
EXPANSION SLOT	1 x PCI-E x16 3.0 Slot (supported by FM2+ CPU) 1 x PCI-E x16 2.0 Slot (x4) 2 x PCI Slot
STORAGE	8 x SATA3 Connector Support SATA RAID: 0,1,5,10
USB	2 x USB 3.0 Port 1 x USB 3.0 Header 4 x USB 2.0 Port 2 x USB 2.0 Header
LAN	Realtek RTL8111G - 10/100/1000 Controller
MULTI GRAPHICS	AMD CrossFireX
INTEGRATED VIDEO	By CPU model AMD Dual Graphics Technology Supports DX11.1 Supports HDCP
CODEC	Realtek ALC892 8-Channel Blu-ray Audio
REAR I/O	1 x PS/2 Keyboard 2 x USB 3.0 Port 4 x USB 2.0 Port 1 x HDMI Connector 1 x DVI (Dual Link) Connector 1 x VGA Port 1 x RJ-45 Port 6 x Audio Connector
INTERNAL I/O	1 x Printer Header 1 x USB 3.0 Header 2 x USB 2.0 Header 8 x SATA3 6Gb/s Connector 1 x Front Audio Header 1 x Front Panel Header 1 x S/PDIF-OUT Header 1 x CPU FAN Header 2 x System FAN Header 1 x Serial Header 1 x CIR Header
DIMENSIONS	Micro ATX Form Factor Dimension: 24.4cm x 23.5cm ( W x L )
OS SUPPORT	Support Windows XP / 7 / 8
ACCESSORIES	2 x SATA Cable 1 x I/O Shield 1 x DVD Driver 1 x Quick Guide
FEATURES	Windows 8 Ready Supports PURO Hi-Fi Supports Smart Speed LAN Supports BIO-Remote2 Supports BIO-Remote Supports 100% Solid capacitor Supports BIOS-Flasher Supports Charger Booster Supports BIOS Online Update