ASUS F2A85MPRO Manual Do Utilizador

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button.

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When the system is on and you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut 

down. Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to reboot and enter 

the BIOS directly.

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Turn of your system using the power-on button to allow your system to go through 

POST (without entering the BIOS) when you reboot your system.

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Refer to Chapter 3.7 Boot Menu for details about setting the DirectKey default 

function.

Onboard switches and buttons allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or 

open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings 

to enhance system performance.
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DirectKey button
This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of 

a button. With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press 

the <Delete> key during POST. It allows you to turn on or turn off the system and 

conveniently enter the BIOS during bootup.

DirectKey