User's Manual
ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 1
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Chapter 1
1.1.3 “TUF Engine” Power Design
Digital 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 efciency, stability and performance.
TUF Components (New Alloy Choke, 10K Ti-Cap. & MOSFET; certified by
military-standard)
The motherboard’s TUF components features military-standard robust TUF new chokes,
titanium solid state capacitors, and MOSFETS. These TUF components support up to a
massive 40A rated current, eliminates buzzing noise and vibration, and delivers better
performance, and durability during the most extreme usage.
1.1.4 “Safe & Stable!” Guardian Angel
TUF Fortifier
The metal base TUF Fortier 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 Defenders
Dust Defenders provides rear I/O lter 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 efciency, 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.