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For additional information about the Pentium III processor and the processor serial number, visit
www.intel.com/pentiumiii
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FAQs
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.
Why would I want to turn off my processor serial number?
Intel believes the processor serial number can provide compelling benefits to users. They are
developing features in conjunction with the processor serial number to allow responsible service
providers to provide services which maintain your privacy. However, if you are concerned that a
given application/service using your processor number might impact your privacy, you can turn
off the processor serial number using the utility.
What is the default state of the processor serial number?
The default state of the processor serial number is on, until the Processor Serial Number Control
Utility is installed. Once the Processor Serial Number Control Utility is installed, it turns the
processor serial number off by default. You can use the utility to turn on the processor serial
number.
Can a website read my serial number without my knowledge?
No, generally not. Websites cannot read serial numbers unless you allow them to download a
program which can read the processor serial number. Almost all browsers are configured to
warn users whenever they download executable software. Unless you disable the warning in the
browser, you should receive a notification.
Does Intel track serial numbers?
Generally not, other than related to the manufacturing process. Intel does not, in the absences of
advance and express consent of a user, collect serial number data which is otherwise identified
with a user.
Which programs and/or websites currently use the processor serial
number?
You can find a complete list of programs which can take advantage of the processor serial
number and other new capabilities of the Pentium III processor at
http://www.intel.com/pentiumiii/utility.htm
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How can I tell if my processor serial number is turned on?
The vast majority of Pentium III processor-based systems ship with the processor serial number
enabled. The control utility allows you to check the status by:
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Viewing the icon itself. The disabled icon shows a red circle with a white “x.”
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Clicking the task tray icon and selecting the “Status” menu item. Or you can select the
menu from the tool tip shown when you position the mouse over the task tray icon.
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