Asus M5A97 R2.0 User Manual download pdf (Page 30)

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1

Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button.

• 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.

• 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.

• Refer to

Chapter 3.7 Boot Menu for details about setting the DirectKey default

function.

1.2.6 Onboard switches and buttons

Onboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-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.

1. 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.

M5A97 R2.0

M5A97 R2.0 DirectKey switch

DirectKey

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