2.GPU Boost switch

With its two-level adjustment functions, the GPU Boost switch allows you to automatically adjusts the CPU Ratio and clock speed for an optimal system performance.

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GPU Boost

 

GPU_I

GPU_II

Disable

Enabled

Enabled

(Default)

(GPU Boost and

(GPU Boost and

 

CPU Ratio Boost)

CPU BCLK/Ratio

 

 

Boost)

Z97M-PLUS GPU Boost switch

• To ensure system performance, enable this switch when the system is powered off.

• When the GPU switch is set to Enabled (GPU_I: GPU Boost and CPU Ratio Boost), the system automatically adjusts the GPU and CPU ratio for an enhanced performance.

•When the GPU switch is set to Enabled (GPU_II: GPU Boost and CPU BCLK/Ratio

Boost), the system automatically adjusts the GPU, base clock rate (BCLK) and the CPU ratio for a more enhanced performance.

•The GPU Boost LED near the GPU Boost switch lights up when the GPU Boost switch

is enabled. Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the GPU Boost LED.

•If you enable this switch under the Windows® OS environment, the GPU Boost function will be activated after the next system bootup.

•You may use the TurboV feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the GPU Boost switch at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made.

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