Owner manual

ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 1-5
Chapter 1
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support DVD in case
when the BIOS codes and the data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need
to buy a replacement ROM chip.
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predened
hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS. Update your
BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based ash utility.
Onboard Switch
With an easy press during overclock, this exclusive onboard switch allows gamer to
effortless ne-tune the performance without having to short the pins or moving jumpers!
1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features
TurboV
Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC—now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy OC
tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface
makes overclock with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC proles in TurboV
provides the best O.C. settings in different scenarios.
Turbo Key
ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking
button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing
work or games—with just one touch!
Precision Tweaker 2
Allows you to adjust the CPU voltage in 0.0125v steps and NB/DRAM voltage in 0.02v
steps to netune voltage to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking
conguration.
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default
settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due to
overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data.
Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU
default setting for each parameter.