Specifications

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Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1
2. GPU Boost switch
With its two-level adjustment functions, the GPU Boost switch allows you to
automatically adjusts the CPU ratio and clock speed for an optimal system
performance.
• Enable this switch when the system is powered off.
• When the GPU Boost switch is set to Enabled (GPU_I: GPU Boost and CPU Ratio
Boost), the system automatically adjusts the GPU and CPU ratio for an enhanced
performance.
• When the GPU Boost switch is set to Enabled (GPUU_II: GPU Boost and CPU BCLK/
Ratio Boost), the system automatically adjusts the GPU, base clock rate (BLCK) and
the CPU ratio for a more enhanced performance.
• The GPU Boost LED (GPU_LED) near the GPU Boost switch lights up when the GPU
Boost switch is enabled. Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location
of the GPU Boost LED.
• If you enable this switch under Windows
®
OS environment, the GPU Boost function
will be activated after the next system bootup.
• You may use the TurboV feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup
program or enable the GPU Boost switch at the same time. However, the system will
use the last setting you have made.
Z97-C
I II
Z97-C GPU Boost switch
Disable
(Default)
Enabled
(GPU Boost and
CPU Ratio Boost)
Enabled
(GPU Boost and
CPU BCLK/
Ratio Boost)
GPU
GPU_I GPU_II