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System Configuration 2-47
The following information describes:
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system requirements
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installation procedures
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processor serial number features
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FAQs
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errata
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technical support.
System Requirements
The Intel Processor Serial Number Control utility requires:
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Pentium III processor-based system
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Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT
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4.0 (or later)
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2 megabytes of hard drive space.
Installation
The Intel Processor Serial Number Control Utility (version 1.0) comes on the
NEC Application and Driver CD. Run
setup.exe
from the directory where you
unzip the file.
Processor Serial Number
The Intel processor serial number, a feature of the Pentium III processor, is an
identifier for the processor. The processor serial number is unique, and when
used in conjunction with other identification methods, can be used to identify
the system or user. This number can be used in a wide variety of applications
which benefit from stronger forms of system and user identification.
The processor serial number is analogous to a conventional serial number, with
these important differences:
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A software application can read the processor serial number.
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You can disable the reading of the serial number via utility programs
such as this one, or via the BIOS, depending on the system configuration.
For additional information about the Pentium III processor and the processor
serial number, visit
www.intel.com/pentiumiii
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of the processor serial number?
You can use the processor serial number in applications which benefit from
stronger forms of system and user identification.
Summary of Contents for POWERMATE 2000
Page 14: ...1 System Overview Configuration Features Components ...
Page 100: ...4 System Board Connectors Jumpers Sockets Components ...
Page 118: ...6 Preventive Maintenance System Cleaning Keyboard Cleaning Mouse Cleaning ...
Page 121: ...7 Troubleshooting Checklist Diagnostics ...
Page 131: ...8 NECC Information Services Service Telephone Numbers Technical Support Product Information ...
Page 147: ...A Release Notes Applications System Configuration Display Capabilities Fix OS Restore Option ...