1-5 Thermister
This means that users can monitor the CPU temperature through thermister. When
setting up the thermister, the BIOS will load the CPU temperature automatically. There is
a choice of the warning beep sound if the user set the option on. If the CPU temperature is
overheated, the user will get the notice from the thermister. This time you should shut
down the computer and check your devices. Or you can contact with you dealer.
1-6 Hardware Monitor
Hardware Doctor is a self-diagnostic system for PC and must be used with
Winbond
W83781D IC series
product. It will protect PC Hardware by monitoring several critical
items including Power Supply Voltage, Fans Speed, and CPU & System temperature,
which may damage system under malfunction.
Run Hardware Doctor
Select ”Start” / ”Programs” / ” Hardware Doctor”, and then you will see the main menu as
below.
Guideline to use Hardware Doctor
Vcore
:
VcoreA means the CPU working voltage. VcoreB includes variety of voltages
such as Second CPU,1.5V for Pentium
II GTL bus, 2.5V for Clock Generator...etc.
STATUS
:
The status column means the current status of the item. Different background
color has different meaning. "Green" means the item is normal; "Red" means it’s out of
range and a warning message reminding you to treat this error will pop up at this time.
LIMIT
:
User can adjust all limit value by clicking “arrow boxes”. After saving the file
and executing the program again, the limit range will be modified. Of course, User can set
back limits to default value by choosing the "Default" item under "File" pull-down menu.
EXIT
:
Only choosing the "Exit" item under the " File" will exit Hardware Doctor. If you
click the " X " minimize box on the right corner of the caption bar, it will just be
minimized as an icon.
HELP
:
If you need more detailed information about how to use this application, please
refer to the content of “Help” item in Hardware Doctor menu bar.
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