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Chapter 4: BIOS
Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology
Use this feature to enable the Vanderpool Technology. This technology allows the system to
run several operating systems simultaneously. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Active Processor Cores
This feature determines how many CPU cores will be activated for each CPU. When All
is selected, all cores in the CPU will be activated. (Please refer to Intel's website for more
information.) The options are All, 1, 2 , 3, 4, and 5.
Hyper-Threading (Available when supported by the CPU)
Intel Hyper-Threading Technology efficiently uses processor resources by executing multiple
threads on each core. It improves processor execution efficiency and enhances the overall
performance of the thread software. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
BIST
Use this feature to enable the Built-In Self Test (BIST) at system reset or reboot. The options
are Disabled and Enabled.
AES
Select Enabled to use the Intel Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to ensure data security.
The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Boot Performance Mode
This feature allows the user to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before the
operating system handoff. The options are Power Saving, Max Non-Turbo Performance,
and Turbo Performance.
Intel(R) SpeedStep (tm)
Intel SpeedStep Technology allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and
core frequency to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation. The options are Disabled
and Enabled.
Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology
Use this feature to enable or disable Intel Speed Shift Technology support. When this feature
is enabled, the Collaborative Processor Performance Control (CPPC) version 2 interface will
be available to control CPU P-States. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Always Turbo Mode
Use this feature to enable the system to always run in turbo mode. The options are Disabled
and Enabled.
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