ASRock IMB-1216M [26/42] Cpu configuration

3.3.1 CPU Conguration

Intel Hyper Threading Technology

To enable this feature, a computer system with an Intel processor that sup-

ports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system that includes

optimization for this technology, such as Microsoft

Windows

7 / 8 / 8.1 /

10 is required. Set to [Enabled] if using Microsoft

Windows

7, 8, 8.1, 10

or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher. This option will be hidden if the

installed CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology.

Active Processor Cores

Select the number of cores to enable in each processor package.

CPU C States Support

Enable CPU C States Support for power saving. It is recommended to

keep C3, C6 and C7 all enabled for better power saving.

Intel Virtualization Technology

When this option is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture)

can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool

Technology. This option will be hidden if the installed CPU does not

support Intel Virtualization Technology.

Intel SpeedStep Technology

Intel SpeedStep technology is Intel’s new power saving technology. Pro-

cessors can switch between multiple frequencies and voltage points to en-

able power saving. The default value is [Enabled]. Conguration options:

[Enabled] and [Disabled]. If you install Windows

7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 and want

to enable this function, please set this item to [Enabled]. This item will be

hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel SpeedStep technology.

Please note that enabling this function may reduce CPU voltage and lead to system

stability or compatibility issues with some power supplies. Please set this item to

[Disabled] if above issues occur.