Windows 8.1 motherboards by design
    ASUS started preparing for Windows 8.1 early to ensure fully-optimized products on day one. ASUS innovation has also resulted in dedicated Windows 8.1-tailored features such as Probe II Sense, Fast Boot, DirectKey, and ASUS Boot Setting, all tapping the capabilities of the new operating system.
    Early readiness means a better experience for you
    ASUS and Microsoft worked closely on Windows 8.1 compatibility, putting products through rigorous tests. New drivers and BIOS versions were built ground-up, meaning total product stability. These efforts resulted in the Z87-C becoming the first motherboard to pass Windows 8.1 WHQL certification on 17th Jul , showing the ASUS passion for perfection continues to benefit you. But customer happiness goes deeper than development, and ASUS will continue to improve products after Windows 8.1 launches for an always-optimized experience. With every motherboard and feature, your satisfaction is our focus, and we are sure you will make the most of Windows 8.1 only on ASUS motherboards.



     
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    Best and most complete Windows 8.1 experience
     

    Probe II Sense
    Handy system monitoring


    Popular ASUS real-time system monitoring software now available for Windows 8.1. It helps you supervise your entire PC through a live tile on the Windows 8.1 start screen, and make quick adjustments. Probe II Sense is a free app available from the Windows Store.

     
     

    Fast Boot
    Instant OS login


    ASUS has released new hardware and software designs to shorten system boot-up time to 2-seconds* for a smoother user experience that removes annoying delays under Windows 8.1, and even previous versions of Windows. Faster system boot and restart means Windows starts quicker and higher efficiency - No more waiting around.


    *On select models

     

     

    ASUS Boot Setting
    Multi-startup options


    Thanks to ASUS Windows 8.1 hardware optimization, ASUS Boot Setting provides better flexibility in customizing your PCs startup process. You can enter the BIOS directly with one click through a user-friendly interface, and quickly select your preferred system boot up method: either get to the OS in seconds or opt for regular boot up. Whatever your choice, settings are saved and persistent, with no need to choose every time you power on.

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    DirectKey
    A dedicated button to access the BIOS directly


    Designed for those requiring frequent BIOS access, users can easily enter the BIOS automatically when the PC is on standby power with the simple press of a button. It saves you time during boot-up from having to repeatedly press the DEL key. Convenience and ease at its best!

     

    * On Select models

     

     
         
                 
     


    EZ Update
    Easily update your PC


    ASUS EZ Update is a lightweight application designed to keep your PC up to date. It detects the latest BIOS, drivers and software automatically, and allows users to update what they want. Schedule update checks with a few mouse clicks while the program runs minimized in your system tray.





     

    AI Suite 3/AI Suite II
    One-stop to innovative ASUS features


    ASUS AI Suite 3/AI Suite II has been upgraded along with the launch of the Windows 8.1 OS. With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3/AI Suite II consolidates all exclusive ASUS features including EZ Update into
    one simple‑to‑use package with an elegant design.
    This all-in-one software offers diverse and easy to use functions,
    with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities.


    *For first-time users, please visit your product page to download the latest version.


    *For current users, download and install the following files to enjoy upgraded version for Windows 8.1!


    AI Suite 3 Update
    AI Suite II Update

         
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