Asus AP120-E1 - Manual (Page 18)

1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction
AI Audio technology
The SoundMAX-class ADI AD1985 AC ‘97 audio CODEC supports
6-channel 5.1 surround sound output, stereo microphone input, variable
Sample Rate Conversion (SRC), professional quality 103-dB out put with 94-
dB SNR, and analog enumeration capability. The SoundMAX 4 XL software
features the AudioESP™ (Audio Enumeration and Sensing Process) that
allows intelligent detection of the peripherals plugged into the audio ports
and identifies the incompatible devices, if any. See page 5-19.
ASUS Instant Music Lite
This unique feature allows you to playback audio files even before
entering the operating system. Just press the ASUS Instant Music Lite
special function keys and enjoy the music! See page 5-22.
AI BIOS solution
The AI BIOS is a combination of three ASUS intelligent solutions:
CrashFree BIOS2, Q-Fan, and POST Reporter.
CrashFree BIOS 2
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support
CD, or from a bootable floppy disk, when the BIOS codes and data are
corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM
chip. See page 4-5.
ASUS Q-Fan technology
The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the
system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page 4-32.
ASUS POST Reporter™
The motherboard offers a new exciting feature called the ASUS POST
Reporter™ to provide friendly voice messages and alerts during the
Power-On Self-Tests (POST) informing you of the system boot status and
causes of boot errors, if any. The bundled Winbond Voice Editor software
lets you to customize the voice messages in different languages. See
page 3-2 and 5-15.