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CPU Hyper-Threading
Enables or disables Intel
systems that support multi-processors mode. (Default: Enabled)
Limit CPUID Max. to 3
Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set this item to Disabled for
Windows XP operating system; set this item to Enabled for legacy operating system such as
Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled)
No-Execute Memory Protect
Enables or disables Intel
the computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working
with its supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled)
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E)
Enables or disables Intel
system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during
system halt state to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled)
CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2)
Enables or disables Intel
function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is
overheated. (Default: Enabled)
CPU EIST Function
Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading,
Intel ® EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency
to decrease average power consumption and heat production. (Default: Enabled)
Virtualization Technology
Enables or disables Intel
Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent
partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems.
(Default: Enabled)
Full Screen LOGO Show
Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled
displays normal POST message. (Default: Enabled)
Init Display First
Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card or the PCI
Express graphics card.
PCI Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. (Default)
PEG Sets the PCI Express graphics card as the first display.
(Note) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information
about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
GA-P31-DS3/DS3L/S3L Motherboard
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Hyper-Threading Technology. This feature only works for operating
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Execute Disable Bit function. This function may enhance protection for
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CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in
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CPU Thermal Monitor (TM2) function, a CPU overheating protection
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Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel
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