Asus Maximus VIII Hero User Manual page 92

The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification.
DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored.
CPU Current Capability [Auto]
This item provides a total power range for CPU overclocking. A higher value setting
provides higher power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency
range simultaneously.
Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%]
Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for extra power
support.
CPU VRM Switching Frequency [Auto]
This item affects the VRM transient response speed and the component thermal
production. Select [Manual] to configure a higher frequency for a quicker transient
response speed.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]
DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored.
The following item appears only when you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to
[Manual].
Do not remove the thermal module when the manual mode is selected. The thermal
conditions should be monitored.
The following item appears only when the CPU VRM Switching Frequency is set to [Auto].
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Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) [500]
This item allows you to set a higher frequency for a quicker transient
response speed. Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value. The values range
from 300 KHz to 600 KHz with an interval of 50 KHz.
VRM Spread Spectrum [Auto]
This item allows to enhance the system stability.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup