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5. Select Yes then press . When BIOS update is done, press  to exit BIOS Updater. 
6. Restart your computer.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure.
Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 3.10 Exit menu for details.
4. After the BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file, select Yes to confirm the BIOS update. 
Are you sure...

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Chapter 3: BIOS setup 
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Chapter 4: Software support
Software support
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4.1 Installing an operating system
•	 This	motherboard	supports	Windows®		7,	Windows®	8,	Windows®	8.1	32/64-bit	operating	systems	(OS).	
•	Motherboard	settings	and	hardware	options	vary.	Use	the	setup	procedures	presented	in	this	chapter	for	reference	only.	Refer	to	your	OS	documentation	for	detailed	information.
4.2 Support DVD information
The	contents	of	the	support	DVD	are	subject	to	change	at	any	time	without	notice.	Visit	www.asus.com	for...

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4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals
The	software	manuals	are	included	in	the	support	DVD.	Follow	the	instructions	below	to	get	the	necessary	software	manuals.
The	software	manual	files	are	in	Portable	Document	Format	(PDF).	Install	the	Adobe®	Acrobat®	Reader	from	the	Utilities	tab	before	opening	the	files.
To	read	about	your	motherboard’s	utility	guide:
2.	 From	the	Manual	folder,	open	the	folder	of	the	software	manual	that	you	wish	to	read.
Support DVD main menu
Shows the available device drivers...

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The	screenshots	in	this	section	are	for	reference	only.	The	actual	software	manuals	containing	in	the	support	DVD	vary	by	models.
3.	 Some	software	manuals	are	provided	in	different	languages.	Open	the	language’s	folder	to	view	the	software	manual.
4.3 Software information
Most	of	the	applications	in	the	support	DVD	have	wizards	that	will	conveniently	guide	you	through	the	installation.	View	the	online	help	or	readme	file	that	came	with	the	software	application	for	more	information.
4.4 AI Suite 3
AI...

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Launching AI Suite 3
Windows\256 7 OS
From	the	Desktop,	click	Start	>	All Programs	>	ASUS	>	AI Suite 3 >	AI Suite 3.
You	can	also	launch	AI	Suite	3	in	Windows®	7	by	clicking		on	the	Notification	area.
Windows\256 8 / Windows\256 8.1 OS
To	launch	AI	Suite	3	in	Windows®	8,	tap	the	AI Suite 3	app	on	the	Start	Screen	(or	if	you’re	using	a	mouse,	click	the	AI Suite 3	app	on	the	Start	screen).
Windows\256 8 / Windows\256 8.1 OS
1.	 Place	the	Support	DVD	into	the	optical	drive	then	follow	onscreen...

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AI Suite 3 main menu bar
•	 Some	functions	in	the	AI	Suite	3	main	menu	in	this	user	guide	may	vary	depending	on	the	motherboard	model.
•		Refer	to	the	software	manual	in	the	support	DVD	or	visit	the	ASUS	website	at		www.asus.com	for	detailed	software	configuration.
System Information
Push NoticeVersion
USB Charger+
EZ UpdateUSB BIOS Flashback
5-Way OptimizationUSB 3.0 Boost
Click to launch AI Suite 3 menu bar
AI Suite 3 Main menu
The	AI	Suite	3	main	menu	gives	you	easy-access	controls	and	insight	to...

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DO	NOT	remove	your	fan	during	the	tuning	process.
4.5 Dual Intelligent Processors 5
ASUS	Dual	Intelligent	Processors	5	combines	TPU,	EPU,	DIGI+	Power	Control,	Fan	Xpert	3,	and	Turbo	App	functions	to	push	the	system’s	performance	to	its	optimal	potential.	It	automatically	balances	the	system’s	performance,	power	saving,	levels,	and	fan	settings	via	the	user-friendly	AI	Suite	3	utility.
5-Way Optimization
The	5-Way	Optimization	function	dynamically	optimizes	your	PC	based	on	real-time	usage	to	provide...

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Using TPU
CPU Frequency
•	 Set	the	CPU	Ratio	Setting	item	in	BIOS	to	[Auto]	before	using	the	CPU	Frequency	in	TPU.	Refer	to	the	BIOS chapter	of	your	motherboard’s	user	guide	for	details.
•	 The	CPU	Frequency	bars	show	the	status	of	the	CPU	cores,	which	vary	with	your	CPU	model.
Turbo Processing Unit \(TPU\)
TPU	allows	you	to	manually	adjust	the	CPU	frequency,	CPU	cache,	core	frequencies,	DRAM	frequency,	and	related	voltages	for	an	enhanced	system	stability	and	a	performance	boost.	
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GPU Boost
Click to save the adjustment into a profileClick to load the saved profile
Click to apply the adjustmentsClick to undo the adjustments
Click to enable the default settings
CPU Graphics Voltage Adjustments
Chapter 4: Software support 
Chapter 4