Boot Override; Tool Menu; Asus Ez Flash 3 Utility; Secure Erase - Asus Maximus VIII Hero User Manual

Boot Override

These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on
the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start
booting from the selected device.
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Tool menu

The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the submenu.
Setup Animator [Disabled]
This item allows you to disable or enable the Setup Animator.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility

Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message
appears. Use the Left/Right arrow key to select between [by USB] or [by Internet], then press
<Enter> to confirm your choice.
For more details, refer to section ASUS EZ Flash 3 utility.
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Secure Erase

SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to data processing.
Secure Erase completely and safely cleans your SSD, restoring it to factory performance
levels.
Secure Erase is only available in AHCI mode. Ensure to set the SATA mode to AHCI. Click
Advanced > SATA Configuration > AHCI.
To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu.
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