UEFI setup
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5.3.1. CPU
Configuration
Intel Hyper Threading Technology
This feature, requires an Intel processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system that
includes optimization for this technology, such as Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit, 8.1 64-bit, 7 32-bit, 7 64-bit. Set
to [Enabled] if using Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit, 8.1 64-bit, 7 32-bit, 7 64-bit 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. Processors can switch between multiple
frequencies and voltage points to enable power saving. The default value is [Enabled]. Configuration options:
[Enabled] and [Disabled]. If you install Windows® 10 64-bit, 8.1 64-bit, 7 32-bit, 7 64-bit 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.
Intel Turbo Boost Technology
Use this item to enable or disable Intel Turbo Boost Mode Technology. Turbo Boost Mode allows processor cores
to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions. The default value is [Enabled].
CPU Thermal Throttling
You may select [Enabled] to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to keep the CPU from overheating.
CPU Operation Mode
Use this item to the select CPU Operating Mode, [Normal Mode] or [Performance Mode]. The default mode is
[Normal Mode]. We recommend users do not to change this setting as [Performance Mode] may cause the CPU to
overheat and result in unexpected system shutdown.
