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Chapter 1 – Asus A88X-PRO User Manual

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Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Chapter 1

USB BIOS Flashback

Easy, Worry-free USB BIOS Flashback
A truly revolutionary hardware-based BIOS update solution. USB BIOS Flashback offers

the most convenient way to update the BIOS! It allows users to update new UEFI BIOS

versions even without hardware such as a CPU or a DRAM installed into the motherboard.

Just plug in a USB flash drive containing the BIOS file, and press the BIOS Flashback button

for 3 seconds with the power supply connected. The UEFI BIOS then automatically updates

without requiring further interaction. With its new complementary Windows

®

application, users

can regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically.

Hassle-free updating for the ultimate convenience!

ASUS DirectKey

This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button.

With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the key during

POST. It also allows you to turn on and turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS

during bootup.

ASUS EZ-Flash 2

ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a

bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.

ASUS MyLogo2™

This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more

colorful and vivid image on your screen.

CrashFree BIOS 3

Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from USB flash disk
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB

flash disk containing the BIOS file. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of buying a

replacement BIOS chip.

ASUS Q-Design

ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. All of Q-Slot, Q-Shield and Q-Connector

design speed up and simplify the DIY process!

ASUS Q-Slot

ASUS Q-Slot is deisnged to speed and simplify the DIY process to enhance your DIY

experience.

ASUS Q-Shield

ASUS Q-Shield’s special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your

motherboard. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against

static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).