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Parallel (LPT) Port Settings [Auto]
Sets parallel port (LPT). If set to "Auto",  BIOS will optimize the IRQ automatically or you can set it manually.
Device Mode [Printer Mode]
Selects an operating mode for parallel port.[Printer Mode]    Printer port mode
[SPP]     Standard Parallel Port mode
[EPP-1.9/ 1.7 + SPP]   Enhanced Parallel Port-1.9/ 1.7 mode + Standard    
   Parallel Port mode.
[ECP]      Extended Capability Port...

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Windows 8/ 8.1 Configuration
Sets Windows 8/ 8.1 detailed configuration and behaviors. Press  to enter the sub-menu. 
Windows 8/ 8.1 Feature [Disabled]
Enables the supports for Windows 8 or disables for other operating systems. Before enabling this item, make sure all installed devices & utilities (hardware & software) should meet the Windows 8 requirements.
[Enabled]   The  system  will  switch  to  UEFI  mode  to  meet  the  Windows...

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Key Management
Manages the secure boot keys. Press  to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when “Secure Boot Mode” sets to [Custom].
Wake Up Event Setup
Sets system wake  up  behaviors  for different  sleep  modes.  Press  to enter  the sub-menu. 
Wake Up Event By [BIOS]
Selects the wake up event by BIOS or operating system.
[BIOS]   Activates the following items, and use these items to set the wake up 
events.
[OS]   The...

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Boot
Sets the sequence of system boot devices.
Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled]
Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST.
[Enabled] The OS boots straight to the GUI without showing the POST screen.
[Disabled]  Shows the POST messages at booting.
GO2BIOS [Disabled] 
Enables or disables the system to power on and go to the BIOS setup directly by long pressing the power button about 4 seconds when the system is...

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Chassis Intrusion Configuration
Press  to enter the sub-menu. 
Chassis Intrusion [Disabled]
This function will be available if the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch.
Once the chassis is opened, the system will record and issue a warning message. To clear the warning message, set the item to [Reset], then it will return to [Enabled] later. [Options: Disabled, Enabled, Reset]
Save & Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Exit BIOS setup...

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OC
 Important
Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.
Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, can void your warranty or severely damage your hardware.
If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC Genie for easy overclocking.
Simple/Advanced Mode [Simple]
Enables or disables the advanced OC settings in BIOS. 
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It  can  decrease  average  power  consumption  and  average  heat production.
[Disabled]   Disables EIST. 
Intel Turbo Boost [Enabled]*
Enables or disables the Intel® Turbo Boost. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this function.
[Enabled]  Enables  this  function  to  boost  CPU  performance  automatically  above 
rated  specifications  when  system  request  the  highest  performance state.
[Disabled]   Disables this...

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CPU Base Clock Apply Mode [Auto]* 
Sets the applying mode for adjusted CPU base clock. 
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Next Boot]   CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock at next boot. 
[Immediate]   CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immediately.
[During Boot]  CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock during boot. 
< DRAM Setting >
DRAM Reference Clock [Auto]*
Sets the DRAM reference clock. The...

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DRAM Training Configuration*
Press  to enter the sub-menu. Enables or disables the various training ways of DRAM. The system may become unstable or unbootable after changing these items in this sub-menu. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings. (Refer to the Clear CMOS jumper/ button section to clear the CMOS data, and enter the BIOS to load the default settings.)
Memory Fast Boot [Auto] 
Enables or...

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CPU Over Current Protection [Auto]
Sets  the  current  limit  for  CPU  over-current  protection.  If  set  to  "Auto",    BIOS  will configure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and may damage the system.
Phase Over Current Protection [Enabled]
Enables or disables the phase over-current protection.
[Enabled]  Sets the current limit on the phase for over-current protection. 
[Disabled]  Disables...