IBM Aptiva 2198, Reference Manual

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Pentium III processor Serial Number feature
Your computer features an Intel

Pentium
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III processor. This processor
features a unique electronic identification number that is designed to
enhance security during electronic commerce transactions and to hamper
software piracy.
Your computer was shipped to you with this processor identification feature
OFF (disabled). If you decide to enable this identification feature, complete
the following steps:
1. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program (see “Starting and using
the Configuration/Setup Utility program” on page 27).
2. From the Configuration/Setup Utility program menu, select Advanced
Setup and press Enter.
3. At the Advanced Setup menu, select Processor Control and press
Enter.
4. At the Processor Control menu, press the right arrow key to change the
setting to Enabled.
5. Press Esc two times to return to the Configuration/Setup Utility program
menu.
6. Select Save Settings and press Enter.
7. Select Exit Setup and press Enter.
8. When prompted, press Enter to exit from the Configuration/Setup Utility
program.
For more information about the Pentium III processor, visit the Intel Web site
at
http://www.intel.com/pentiumiii/utility.htm
Chapter 4. Configuration/Setup Utility program
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