1.3.2ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features

ScreenDUO (Vista Edition only)

The ScreenDUO provides a second display panel to enable you to conveniently view important information without having to start up your PC. The ScreenDUO synchronizes information from the PC or websites, displays RSS messages, meeting schedules and other important information. This saves you the time and the hassle to turn on your PC each time you want to view vital information.

AI Remote

(Vista Edition only)

The revolutionary AI Remote gives you unprecedented control from the comfort of your couch. With just the touch of a 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! Refer to page 5-25 for details.

ASAP (ASUS Accelerated Propeller)

(Vista Edition only)

ASAP gets you to your destination ASAP. ASAP supports the Windows Vista ReadyBoost™ technology which improves system performance under Windows Vista. Enjoy greater efficiency and get more productivity out of your system. Refer to page 5-38 for details.

AP Trigger

(Vista Edition only)

The AP Trigger allows you to quickly boot or resume directly into media or into your favorite applications. With just a touch of a 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 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.

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

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Chapter 1: Product Introduction