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4.3.4EPU

EPU is an energy-efficient tool that satisfies different computing needs. This utility provides several modes that you can select to save system power. Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status. You can also customize each mode by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control.

Launching EPU

After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar.

Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected.

Multiple system operating modes

The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated

Displays the amount of CO2 reduced

*Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced

Displays the current

CPU power

Advanced settings for each mode

Displays the system properties of each mode

*•

Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you

 

installed EPU.

 

*•

Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you

 

click the Clear button

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•Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.

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