MSI K8T Neo-FSR User Manual page 59

MS-6702 ATX Mainboard
Internal Cache
Cache memory is additional memory that is much faster than conventional
DRAM (system memory). When the CPU requests data, the system transfers
the requested data from the main DRAM into cache memory, for even faster
access by the CPU. The setting controls the internal cache (also known as L1
or level 1 cache). Setting to Enabled will speed up the system performance.
External Cache
Cache memory is additional memory that is much faster than conventional
DRAM (system memory). Most, but not all, modern PCs have additional
(external) cache memory. When the CPU requests data, the system transfers
the requested data from the main DRAM into cache memory, for even faster
access by the CPU.
System BIOS Cacheable
Selecting Enabled allows caching of the system BIOS ROM at F0000h-
FFFFFh, resulting in better system performance. However, if any program
writes to this memory area, a system error may result. Setting options: Enabled,
Disabled.
C000, 32k Shadow
This item specifies how the contents of the adapter ROM named in the item
are handled. Settings are described below:
Option
Disabled
Enabled
Cached
MPS Table Version
This field allows you to select which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification)
version to be used for the operating system. You need to select the MPS ver-
sion supported by your operating system. To find out which version to use,
consult the vendor of your operating system. Settings: 1.4, 1.1.
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Description
The specified ROM is not copied to RAM.
The contents of specified ROM are copied to RAM
for faster system performance.
The contents of specified ROM are not only copied
to RAM, the contents of the ROM area can be writ-
ten to and read from cache memory.