User Manual
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Chapter 1
ASUS EZ-Flash 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a
bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility.
1.3.6 Other special features
LucidLogix
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Virtu
LucidLogix
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Virtu is designed for the Intel
®
Sandy Bridge platform's powerful integrated
graphics. Its GPU virtualization dynamically assigns tasks to the best available graphics
resources based on power, performance and system load on Windows
®
7 based PCs. It
allows users to fully utilize the unique capabilities of advanced Sandy Bridge multimedia
features alongside the high end 3D rendering performance provided by installed graphics
cards. When no discrete graphics are needed, the graphics card is put in idle mode to lower
utilization, heat, fan speed and power draw down to near zero, making the system more
environmentally-friendly. For users with diverse needs, LucidLogix
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Virtu GPU virtualization
provides great exibility and efciency.
*LucidLogix
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Virtu TM supports Windows
®
7 operating system.
**Intel
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Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 2nd generation Intel
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Core™ processor family.
Power eSATA on the Go
The Power eSATA solution combines the eSATA connector and power source together,
allowing you to use external SATA devices without the need of additional power source*.
Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents on external devices.
* Power eSATA requires a specially designed signal cable to provide 5V power for the external
SATA device. The cable is purchased separately.
DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC
DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through the
most common PC audio setups—your existing stereo speakers or headphones. In addition
to virtual surround, “Bass enhancement” provides stronger low frequency bass sound, and
“Voice clarication” provides clear human dialogue even with loud background sound. With
these technologies, you may experience a better home-theater audio with ease.