Changing the Processor Speed

Your computer’s processor can operate at two speeds: high or low. High speed is the highest speed at which your microprocessor is capable of running, such as 33 MHz. Low speed simulates an 8 MHz processor to provide compatibility with older application programs.

You can also set the computer to automatic speed which switches your computer’s processor from high to low speed when it accesses a diskette drive.

Note

When your computer is operating at high speed, the TURBO light on the front panel is lit. It is off when the computer is operating at low speed.

You should use high speed for almost everything you do because your programs will work faster. However, certain application programs have specific timing requirements and can run only at the slower speed. See your software manual to determine if this is the case.

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