Asus Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switches; Asus Xtreme Design-Hybrid Os; Asus Unique Features - Asus M4A89GTD PRO Series User Manual

Auto Tuning
Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level
up. This tool also provides stability testing. Even O.C. beginners can achieve extreme yet
stable overclocking results with Auto Tuning!
GPU Boost
GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in real time for the best graphics performance.
User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. Its ability to deliver
multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. Refer to
page 4-9 for details.
1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design—Hybrid Switches*
Turbo Key II
Enjoy superb performance by auto-tuning your processor to an extreme yet stable state. Simply
activate a dedicated switch on the motherboard to unleash extra processing capabilities. Refer
to page 2-23 for details.
Core Unlocker
ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD
switch. Enjoy an instant performance boost by simply unlocking the extra cores, without
performing complicated BIOS changes. Refer to page 2-24 for details.
* The actual overclocking result depends on the system configuration.
1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design—Hybrid OS
Express Gate
Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and
key applications before entering the Windows
1.3.5

ASUS unique features

ASUS Power Solutions
ASUS Power solutions intelligently and automatically provide balanced computing power and
energy consumption.
8+2 Phase Power Design
To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU's potential, the ASUS M4A89GTD PRO
Series motherboard has adopted the brand new 8-phase VRM power design, which
delivers high power efficiency and supreme overclocking ability. These high quality
power components effectively lower system temperature to ensure longer component
lifespan. This motherboard also features an extra 2 phase power dedicated to
integrated memory/HT controller.
ASUS EPU
The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by
detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power usage for critical PC
components in real-time–helping save power and money! Refer to page 4-6 for details.
ASUS M4A89GTD PRO Series
CPU—with just a simple
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OS. Refer to pages 3-37 and 4-7 for details.
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