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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 you want to update the BIOS?
Yes     No
The BIOS Backup feature is not supported due to security regulations.
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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	updates.
Ensure	that	you	have	an	Administrator	account	before	running	the	support	DVD	in	Windows®	7,	Windows®	8,	or	Windows®	8.1	OS.
4.2.1  Running the support DVD
To	run	the	support	DVD:
1.	 Place	the	Support	DVD	into	the	optical	drive.	
2.		 In	the	AutoPlay dialog	box,	click	Run ASSETUP.exe. 
If	the	AutoPlay dialog	box	does	not	appear,	browse	the	contents	of	the	support	DVD	and	double-click	or	tap	\\\\bin\\ASSETUP.EXE	to	launch	the	ASUS motherboard support DVD main	menu.
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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 if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to use the devices.
Click to display the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. 
Click to install all of the items 
Contains ROG related videos. 
Contains the list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user guide.
Click to display the ASUS contact information.
Click to display product related information.
Click an icon to display DVD/motherboard information
Click an item to install
1.	 Click	Manual	tab	>	ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide.
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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	Suite	3	is	an	all-in-one	interface	that	integrates	several	ASUS	utilities	and	allows	you	to	launch	and	operate	these	utilities	simultaneously.
Installing AI Suite 3
Ensure	that	you	have	an	Administrator	account	before	installing	AI	Suite	3	in	Windows®	7,	Windows®	8,	or	Windows®	8.1	OS.
To	install	AI	Suite	3	on	your	computer:
Windows\256 7 OS
1.	 Place	the	Support	DVD	into	the	optical	drive.	
2.		 In	the	AutoPlay dialog	box,	click	Run ASSETUP.exe	then	select	the	Utilities	tab	
3.		 From	the	Utilities	tab,	click	AI Suite 3 then	follow	the	succeeding	onscreen	instructions.
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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	instructions.
2.	 From	the	ASUS motherboard support DVD	main	menu,	select	the	Utilities tab	and	click	AI Suite 3.
3.		 Follow	the	succeeding	onscreen	instructions.
	 If	the	ASUS motherboard support DVD main	menu	did	not	appear,	try	the	following	steps:
a.	 Go	to	the	Start Screen	then	click	or	tap	the	Desktop app.	
b.	 On	the	lower	left	corner	of	the	Desktop,	click	or	tap	File Explorer		then	select	your	DVD	drive	and	tap	or	double-click	the	Setup application.
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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	what’s	going	on	with	your	computer	-	allowing	you	to	optimize	performance	settings	while	at	the	same	time	ensuring	system	stability.
The	AI	Suite	main	menu	includes	is	a	quick-access	menu	bar	that	allows	you	to	swiftly	launch	
any	of	the	integrated	ASUS	utilities.	Click	or	tap		on	the	top-right	corner	of	the	menu	to	launch	the	menu	bar.	
The	AI	Suite	3	screenshots	in	this	section	are	for	reference	only	and	can	vary	depending	on	motherboard	model..
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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	the	best	system	status.	It	covers	the	essential	areas	such	as	CPU	performance,	energy	saving,	stable	digital	power,	cool	and	quiet	fan	control,	and	includes	tailored	settings	for	your	apps	to	ensure	your	PC	is	ready	for	gaming,	entertainment,	productivity,	or	just	about	anything.
Click or tap this 5-Way Optimization button to auto-detect and tune the \
best settings for your system
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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.	
Refer	to	the	CPU	documentation	before	adjusting	CPU	voltage	settings.	Setting	a	high	voltage	may	damage	the	CPU	permanently,	and	setting	a	low	voltage	may	lead	to	an	unstable	system.
For	system	stability,	the	TPU	settings	are	not	saved	in	the	BIOS	and	are	not	loaded	during	system	bootup.	Save	your	overclocking	settings	as	a	TPU	profile	and	manually	load	this	profile	after	system	bootup.
Click or tap to undo the adjustments
Tick to enable Group TuningClick or tap  or  to adjust the Base Clock Frequency, CPU Ratio, and CPU Cache Ratio
Click or tap  or  to select the number of cores to adjust
Click or tap to save the adjustment into a profile
Click or tap to load the saved profileClick or tap to apply the adjustmentsClick to load the default values
Scroll down to view other items
CPU Cache Voltage adjustments
CPU Core Voltage adjustments
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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
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