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Flash Write Protection
This function protects the BIOS from accidental corruption by unauthorized users or
computer viruses.
CPU Feature
Execute Bit Support
Intel's Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicious
"buffer overflow" attacks when combined with a supporting operating system.
This functionality allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where
application code can execute and where it cannot. W hen a malicious worm
attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution,
preventing damage or worm propagation.
TM2
Thermal Management throttles the processor back as it reaches its maximum
operating temperature. Throttling reduces the number of processing cycles,
thereby diminishing the heat dissipation of the CPU. This cools the unit. Once the
CPU has reached a safe operating temperature, thermal throttling is automati-
cally disabled, and normal full speed processing begins again.
Set Limit CPUID MaxVal to 3
This setting sets Max CPUID extended function value to 3.
Intel EIST
EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology) allows the system to dynamically
adjust processor voltage and core frequency, which can result in decreased
average power consumption and decreased average heat production.
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