2.4.3 CPU Configuration

The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.

Configure Advanced CPU settings

Manufacturer: Intel

Brand String: G

Frequency

: 2800 MHz

FSB Speed

: 800 MHz

Cache L1

: 32 KB

Cache L2

: 2048 KB

Cache L3

: 0 KB

Ratio Status: Unlocked (Max:14, Min:14)

Ratio Actual Value : 14

[ 28]

Ratio CMOS Setting:

VID CMOS Setting:

[ 62]

Microcode Updation

[Enabled]

Max CPUID Value Limit

[Disabled]

Execute Disable Function

[Enabled]

Enhanced C1 Control

[Auto]

CPU Internal Thermal Control

[Auto]

Ratio CMOS Setting [14]

Sets the ratio between CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency.

NOTE: If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS then actual and setpoint values may differ.

Sets the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the Front Side Bus frequency. The default value of this item is auto-detected by BIOS. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the values.

VID CMOS Setting [62]

Allows you to set the VID CMOS setting at which the processor is to run. The BIOS auto-detects the default value of this item. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the values.

Microcode Updation [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the microcode updation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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P5LD2-DH, P5LD2-FM, P5LD2-VP specifications

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