ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1
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Chapter 1
1.1.3 “TUF Engine” Power Design
Digital Power Control
ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM, DRAM,
and CPU Voltage controllers. These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage
tuningforoptimalsystemefciency,stabilityandperformance.
TUF Components (TUF new Alloy Chokes, TUF 10K Ti-Caps, and TUF
MOSFET; certied by military-standard)
The motherboard’s TUF components features improved military-standard robust TUF new
alloy chokes, titanium solid state capacitors, and MOSFETs. The TUF alloy choke is 13.6%
cooler for extra unbeatable durability. Its 10K Titanium capacitors has 20% more temperature
toleranceandprovidesvetimeslongerlifetimeusagewhilethemilitarygradecertiedTUF
MOSFETs offers lower RDS (on).
1.1.4 “Safe & Stable!” Guardian Angel
TUF ESD Guards
TUF ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Guards provides protection against electrostatic
discharges, which can damage the motherboard’s components. The ASUS exclusive Anti-
Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and
ensure the motherboard’s lifespan.
MemOK!
MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to
patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and
dramatically improve the system’s bootup.