Asus P8Z77 WS - Manual (Page 19)

ASUS P8Z77 WS 1-5
Chapter 1
USB 3.0 Boost
New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the
latest USB 3.0 standard. Witht USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device’s transmission
speed is significantly increased up to 170%, adding to an already impressive fast USB 3.0
transfer speed. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB
3.0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction.
USB Charger+
With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your smart devices such as iProducts,
smartphones, tablets, and more, all up to 3x faster, even when the PC is powered off, in
sleep, or hibernation modes.
ASUS SSD Caching
SSD Caching from ASUS is easier than ever. At 3X faster, this feature boosts system
performance by using an installed SSD with no capacity limitations as a cache for frequently
accessed data. Harness a combination of SSD-like performance and response, and hard
drive capacity with just one click, no rebooting needed, and instant activation for complete
ease of use, and even prevent data loss with included backup functionality.
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 download the latest BIOS automatically.
Hassle-free updating for the ultimate convenience!
Network iControl
With a single-click on/off button, the application currently in use has its data and network
bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you can prioritize your favorite software
easily by configuring profiles through the intuitive user interface. Within the profile, the
programs can be pre-scheduled to run in a specific time period to avoid network congestion.
and long-waits on downloads. Auto PPPoE network connection gives a one-step setup.
Overall, it’s an intuitive network bandwidth control center.
AI Suite II
With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features
into one simple to use software package. It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy
management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with mobile
devices via Wi-Fi. This all-in-one software offers diverse and ease to use functions, with no
need to switch back and forth between different utilities.