Asus M4A79 Deluxe - Manual (Page 99)

ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 4-3
Chapter 4
4.3.1 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology
The motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and
automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount of power depending on the task
the CPU performs.
Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology
1. Turn on the system and enter BIOS by pressing the key during the Power On
Self-Tests (POST).
2. Go to Advanced > CPU Configuration > Cool ‘n’Quiet and set it to [Enabled]. See
section 3.6 Advanced menu.
3. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup.
4. Reboot your computer and set your Power Option Properties depending on your
operating system.
4.3 Software information
Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you
through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software
application for more information.
Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software
1. Install Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software from the motherboard support DVD.
2. Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.
3. The Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ technology screen appears and displays the current CPU
Frequency and CPU Voltage.
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website
at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.