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Appendix A: Enabling Hyper-
Threading Technology
To enable the functionality of the Hyper-Threading Technology, please follow the
requirements and steps below. Basically, the following presumes that you have already
installed an Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor with Hyper-Threading Technology.
1.
The system requires a minimum of 300 Watt ATX 12V power supply.
2.
Aside from installing a CPU fan on the Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor with
Hyper-Threading Technology, make sure to install cooling fans. The system
requires adequate airflow throughout the chassis to prevent overheating the
processor.
3.
The "CPU Hyper-Threading" field in the Advanced BIOS Features submenu
of the Award BIOS setup will appear. Make sure this field is set to Enabled.
4.
Currently, only Windows® XP supports the Hyper-Threading Technology. If
this OS has been previously installed, you must REINSTALL it.
5.
After installing Windows® XP, please check the following to ensure that the
operating system has been properly installed.
a. Click Start, point to Settings then click Control Panel.
b. Double-click the System icon. The System Properties dialog box will
appear.
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