Asus P7P55D PRO - Manual (Page 104)

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
Chapter 4
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website
at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
4.3.4 ASUS EPU
ASUS EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving
solution. It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in
real-time. With auto phase switching for components, the EPU automatically provides the
most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking.
ASUS EPU provides you with these modes to choose from:
• Turbo Mode
• High Performance Mode
When you select Auto Mode , the system shifts modes automatically according to the
current system status. You can also configure advanced settings for each mode.
Launching EPU
After installing EPU from the motherboard support
DVD, double-click the EPU tray icon to launch the
program.
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