1.3.2 I nnovati ve ASUS features

ASUS EZ Fl ash 2

EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS. Update your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. See page 2-3 for details.

CrashFree BI OS 2

This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 2-6 for details.

ASUS Q-Fan2 technol ogy

The ASUS Q-Fan2 technology smartly adjusts both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page 2‑33 for details.

ASUS MyLogo™

This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add styles to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 2-35 for details.

C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall )

The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter.

Due to chipset behavior, AC power off is required prior using C.P.R. function.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction