1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
ASUS DieHard BIOS
The AUS DieHard BIOS consists of two BIOS chips, a main BIOS and a
backup BIOS. The ASUS DieHard BIOS can restore corrupted main BIOS
data from the backup BIOS automatically. The technology saves users the
hassle of recovering the BIOS le or buying a replacement BIOS chip.
ASUS Onboard Switch
With an easy press during overclock, this exclusive onboard switch allows
gamer to effortless ne-tune the performance without having to short the pins
or moving jumpers! See page 2-25 for details.
ASUS AI Direct Link
AI Direct Link can easily and efciently transfer large amounts of data via
the network cable - saving up to 70% of the total time taken. With AI Direct
Link, it becomes easy to backup or share large data les like movies or other
media content. See page 4-28 for details.
ASUS Q-Shield
The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual “ngers”—
making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity,
it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it
against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).
ASUS Q-Connector
ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis
front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the
trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding
wrong cable connections. See page 2-40 for details.
ASUS O.C. Prole
The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Prole that allows users to
conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be
stored in the CMOS or a separate le, giving users freedom to share and
distribute their favorite settings. See page 3-41 for details.