MSI P965 NEO-F - Motherboard - ATX User Manual page 47

Important
Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your computer
system requires ALL of the following platform Components:
* CPU:
* Chipset: An Intel
* BIOS:
* OS:
For more information on Hyper-threading Technology, go to:
www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading
Virtualization Technology:
Enable this item will allow a platform to run multiple virtual operating systems and
applications in independent partitions.
Execute Disable Bit
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.
IOAPIC Function
This field is used to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt
Controller). Due to compliance with PC2001 design guide, the system is able to run in
APIC mode. Enabling APIC mode will expand available IRQ resources for the system.
MPS Table Version
This field allows you to select which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification) version to
be used for the operating system. You need to select the MPS version supported by
your operating system. To find out which version to use, consult the vendor of your
operating system.
Boot Sequence
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu:
1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device
The items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to
load the disk operating system.
(NOTE:Available settings for "1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device" vary depending on the
bootable devices you have installed. )
Boot from Other Device
Setting the option to [YES] allows the system to try to boot from other device if the
system fails to boot from the 1st/2nd/3rd boot device.
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An Intel Pentium 4 Processor with HT Technology;
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Chipset that supports HT Technology;
A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled;
An operating system that supports HT Technology.
BIOS Setup
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