Asus M5A97 Manual page 42

2.4.2 CPU Ratio [Auto]
Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Use the
<+> and <‑> keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU
model.
2.4.3 AMD Turbo CORE technology [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable AMD Turbo CORE technology. Configuration options: [Auto]
[Disabled] [Enabled]
2.4.4 Memory Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3‑
800MHz] [DDR3‑1066MHz] [DDR3‑1333MHz] [DDR3‑1600MHz]
Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this
happens, revert to the default setting.
2.4.5 CPU/NB Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to adjust the CPU/NB frequency. Use the <+> and <‑> keys to adjust the value.
You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad.
2.4.6 HT Link Speed [Auto]
Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz]
[1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz]
2.4.7 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto]
[Auto] Automatic configuration.
[Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability.
[Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control.
2.4.8 PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto]
[Auto] Automatic configuration.
[Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability.
[Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control.
2.4.9 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
EPU Setting [Auto]
This item appears only when The EPU Power Saving Mode is set to [Enabled] and
allows you to set power saving mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power
Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode]
2.4.10 OC Tuner [CANCEL]
OC Tuner utility automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of the CPU and DRAM.
Press <Enter> to start auto tuning. It takes around five minutes, and the system will reboot for
several times until auto tuning is completed.Configuration options: [CANCEL] [OK]
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