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Limit CPUID MaxVal
The item allows you to enable and disable the CPU ID maximum value.
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
C1E Function
When The CPU ID>0F40 and is above 533MHz/2.8GHz or 800MHz/3.6GHz, you
can enable C1E Support to lower the CPU power consumption while idle.
Settings: [Enabled], [Disabled].
Execute Disable Bit
Intel's Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of mali-
cious "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.
Virtualization Technology (Only for the CPU with Dual Core)
Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating sys-
tems and applications in independent partitions. W ith virtualization, one compu-
ter system can function as multiple "virtual" systems. W ith enhancements to
Intel's various platforms, Intel Virtualization Technology can improve the ro-
bustnes s and performanc e of today's software-only solutions .Settings:
[Enabled], [Disabled].
Hard Disk Boot Priority
Press [Enter] to enter a sub menu which shows every current hard drive installed.
Use [PageUp] or [PageDown] key to select the first boot hard disk.
Set to [Enabled] only when you have Prescott CPU and
NT4.0 operating system.
Set to [Disabled] if you have operating system other
than NT4.0.
BIOS Setup
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