MSI MS-7036 User Manual page 46

Boot Up NumLock Status
This setting is to set the Num Lock status when the system is powered on. Setting to
[On] will turn on the Num Lock key when the system is powered on. Setting to [Off] will
allow users to use the arrow keys on the numeric keypad. Setting options: [On], [Off].
Gate A20 Option
This item is to set the Gate A20 status. A20 refers to the first 64KB of extended
memory. When the default value [Fast] is selected, the Gate A20 is controlled by Port92
or chipset specific method resulting in faster system performance. When [Normal] is
selected, A20 is controlled by a keyboard controller or chipset hardware.
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)
After Typematic Rate Setting is enabled, this item allows you to set the rate
(characters/second) at which the keys are accelerated. Settings: [6], [8], [10], [12],
[15], [20], [24], [30].
Typematic Delay (Msec)
This item allows you to select the delay between when the key was first pressed and
when the acceleration begins. Settings: [250], [500], [750], [1000].
Security Option
This specifies the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented. Settings are
described below:
Option Description
[Setup] The password prompt appears only when end users try to run
Setup.
[System] A password prompt appears every time when the computer is
powered on or when end users try to run Setup.
APIC Mode
This field is used to [Enabled] or [Disabled] the APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt
Controller). Due to compliance to PC2001 design guide, the system is able to run in APIC
mode. Enabling APIC mode will expand available IRQs resources for the system.
Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
MPS Version Control For OS
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 version supported by your
operating system. To find out which version to use, consult the vendor of your
operating system. Setting options: [1.4], [1.1].
BIOS Setup
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