Asus MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME User Guide - Page 160

Energy Processing Unit (EPU) EPU is a real-time system power-saving chip that automatically detects the current system load and intelligently moderates power usage. It offers a total system-wide energy optimization, reduces fan noise, and extends the lifespan of your hardware components. Using EPU Click to configure the settings in Max Power Saving mode Click to configure the settings in High Performance mode Click to configure the settings in Away mode Click to configure the Global settings Click or to adjust the Power Plan time Click to enable the default settings Click to undo the Click to apply the adjustments adjustments Fan Xpert 3 ASUS Fan Xpert 3 provides customizable settings of your fans for a cooler and more quiet computing environment. With its fan Auto Tuning feature, ASUS Fan Xpert 3 automatically tweaks the settings of CPU and chassis fans to achieve their best cooling performance. ASUS Fan Xpert 3 also supports hardware level PWM/DC combo mode for the CPU and chassis fans. You can also reduce the CPU fan speed below the default minimum for a noiseless operation during light loads. Click a screen to select the type of fan that you want to customize Click to set the fan's speed to silent mode Click to maximize the fan speed Click to set the balanced configuration between the fan's noise level and speed Click to switch between CPU and chassis fan screens Click to increase the fan's speed for a high cooling capability 4-10 Chapter 4: Software Support Chapter 4