1.3.2ASUS AI Lifestyle features

AI Remote

The revolutionary AI Remote gives you unprecedented control from the comfort of your couch. With just a touch of the button, you can quickly do your usual computer activities such as turn ON/OFF your PC, launch your favorite applications by enabling AP Trigger function, or control AI Gear and AI Nap. The AI Remote also gives you the comfort of a traditional remote on media player. Have an AI Remote in your hand and do more with your PC from a distance! See page 5-24 for details.

ASAP (ASUS Accelerated Propeller)

ASAP gets you to your destination ASAP. ASAP supports the Windows® ReadyBoost™ technology which improves system performance under Windows® Vista. Enjoy greater efficiency and get more productivity out of your system. See page 5-32 for details.

AP Trigger

The AP Trigger allows you to quickly boot or resume directly into media or into your favorite applications. With just a touch of the button on the AI Remote controller, you can quickly turn on your PC and launch predefined applications simultaneously!

TPM Support

This motherboard supports the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which provides you with enhanced data protection via high-level encryption/decryption and ensures platform integrity. The TPM meets the Windows® Vista BitLocker™ Drive Encryption hardware requirement for a more secure working environment. See page 2-30 and 4-38 for details.

The TPM module is purchased separately. Use the ASUS TPM module ONLY.

AI Gear

AI Gear allows users to choose from four modes to adjust CPU and Vcore voltage, minimizing noise and power consumption. Users can choose the mode that best suits their needs. See page 5-22 for details.

AI Nap

With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise when the user is temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. See page 5-23 for details.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction