Asus Dr. Power Utility, Installing Dr. Power Utility

4.3.15ASUS Dr. Power Utility

ASUS Dr. Power is a monitoring utility that provides notifications when the power supply is unable to provide sufficient power to the system. You can choose to allow continuous notifications or stop messages from appearing until the next time you reboot your computer. The utility is used to monitor changes in the power supplied to the system that may affect performance and system stability.

ASUS Dr. Power Utility runs on your system only when the Dr. Power switch is enabled. (Please refer to 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for additional details). If the switch is disabled, the Dr. Power icon will not be available on the Windows® notification area.

Installing Dr. Power Utility

To install Dr. Power on your computer:

1.Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The setup window will be displayed if Autorun is enabled on your system.

2.Click the Drivers tab and then click ASUS Dr. Power.

3.Follow the instructions to complete installation.

Using Dr. Power

After you complete installation, ASUS Dr. Power Utility will appear on the Windows® notification area. Place your mouse pointer over the Dr. Power icon to display current power status.

Right-click on the Dr. Power icon on the notification area and click Event Notification to disable or enable messages from the utility.

Chapter 4

ASUS Z87-WS

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Z87-WS, 90SB0390M0AAY0, Z87WS, Z87C specifications

Asus, a leading player in the technology marketplace, has designed a range of motherboards catering to various user needs. The Asus Z87C and Z87WS exemplify innovation with their feature sets and performance capabilities, appealing to both gamers and professionals alike.

The Asus Z87C motherboard is built upon the Intel Z87 chipset, which supports the latest 4th generation Intel Core processors. Its dual-channel DDR3 memory enables support for up to 32GB RAM, ensuring high performance and multitasking capabilities. This board is designed with three PCIe 3.0 slots, allowing for multiple graphics cards, thus enhancing the gaming and graphic rendering experience. The addition of SATA 3 and USB 3.0 ports provides fast data transfer rates, which is essential for modern storage solutions.

Furthermore, the Z87C incorporates the Asus exclusive DIGI+ VRM technology, which enhances power delivery and thermal performance, ensuring stability during intense operations. With its AI Suite, users have access to various tuning and monitoring features, enabling easy system overclocking and resource management.

On the other hand, the Asus Z87WS is engineered with professional users in mind, particularly in workstations that require higher processing power and reliability. This motherboard supports Intel's Xeon processors and advanced graphics configurations, making it suitable for demanding applications in fields such as CAD and digital content creation.

The Z87WS boasts an impressive feature set, including dual Intel LAN ports for enhanced network performance and redundancy. It also comes equipped with a Thunderbolt header for lightning-fast connectivity with compatible devices. Like the Z87C, the Z87WS leverages digital power design that assures voltage stability and efficiency.

Both motherboards come with robust audio systems courtesy of the Realtek ALC892/1150 codec, ensuring an immersive audio experience. Additionally, they feature a comprehensive BIOS that provides all the necessary tools for system customization, ranging from memory tweaks to fan speed controls.

Overall, the Asus Z87C and Z87WS are manifestations of cutting-edge technology and engineering, tailored to provide high performance, stability, and flexibility for both gamers and professionals in demanding environments. Each model emphasizes reliability and advanced features, making them suitable choices for users seeking outstanding computing performance.

Asus Z87C, Z87WS, Z87-WS Asus Dr. Power Utility, Installing Dr. Power Utility, Using Dr. Power

Models: Z87-WS 90SB0390M0AAY0 Z87WS Z87C