Tuf Engine" Power Design; Safe & Stable!" Guardian Angel - Asus Gryphone Z97 User Manual

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"TUF Engine" Power Design

DIGI+ Power Control
ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM, DRAM,
and CPU Voltage controllers. These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage
tuning for optimal system efficiency, stability and performance.
TUF Components (TUF new Alloy Chokes, TUF 10K Ti-Caps, and TUF
MOSFET; certified by military-standard)
The motherboard's TUF components features improved military-standard robust TUF new
alloy chokes, titanium solid state capacitors, and MOSFETs. The TUF alloy choke is 13.6%
cooler for extra unbeatable durability. Its 10K Titanium capacitors has 20% more temperature
tolerance and provides five times longer lifetime usage while the military grade certified TUF
MOSFETs offers lower RDS (on).
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TUF Fortifier
The metal base TUF Fortifier strengthens the base of the motherboard and secures the
Thermal Armor and the motherboard in place. It reinforces the motherboard's PCB to support
the Thermal Armor, CPU, VGA card, additional expansion cards, and other peripherals. It
also makes the motherboard easier to handle and helps protect your hands.
Dust Defender
Dust Defender provides rear I/O filter and special shields that help reduce dust build-up on
critical points within slots and connectors, minimizing any harm to the components' optimal
functions, data transfer efficiency, and system performance.
TUF ESD Guards
TUF ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Guards provides protection against electrostatic
discharges, which can damage the motherboard's components. The ASUS exclusive Anti-
Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and
ensure the motherboard's lifespan.
MemOK!
MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to
patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and
dramatically improve the system's bootup.
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