Asus P5Q PRO TURBO - Manual (Page 103)

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-5
Chapter 4
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website
at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
4.3.3 ASUS EPU
ASUS EPU is an energy-efficient tool that satisfies different computing needs. This utility
provides four modes that you can select to enhance system performance or save power:
• Turbo Mode
• High Performance Mode
Selecting Auto Mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to
current system status. You can also customize each mode by configuring settings like CPU
frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control.
Launching EPU
After installing EPU from the motherboard support DVD, launch the program by double-
clicking the EPU tray icon.
The first time you launch EPU, the following message
will appear, asking you to run Calibration first. Running
calibration allows the system to detect
CPU properties to optimize power
management.
Click Run Calibration and wait for a
few seconds. Then, the EPU main menu
appears.
EPU main menu
• Medium Power Saving Mode
• Max. Power Saving Mode