Trusted Platform Module (TPM) [optional]

The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a secure microcontroller hardware component with embedded software. The motherboard implements the optional module to provide the first link in the chain of trust, providing convenient single sign-on to systems and enable digital signatures for secure transactions.See page 2-43 for details.

1.3.2ASUS Intelligence (AI) features

Serial ATA I/II technology

The motherboard supports the Serial ATA 3 Gb/s technology through the Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel¨ 975X Express MCH chipset. The Serial ATA 3 Gb/s specification provides twice the bandwidth of the current Serial ATA products with a host of new features, including Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm, and Hot Swap. Serial ATA allows thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count and reduced voltage requirements. See pages 2-35 and 2-36 for details.

ASUS Stack Cool 2

ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components by 20¼C. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that critical components generate. See page 2-3 for details.

Wireless LAN solution (optional)

The motherboard comes with the Realtek¨ RTL8187L LAN controller for the onboard wireless LAN module that supports IEEE 802.11 b/g standards, allowing data transmission of up to 54 Mbps using the 2.4 GHz/ 5 GHz frequency band. ASUS provides a user-friendly wizard that helps you set up your wireless local area network effortlessly.

AI Quiet

The ASUS AI Quiet function dynamically controls CPU speed and reduces temperature and fan speeds, thus minimizing noise and ensuring quiet operation. See page 4-35 for details.

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