17
CPU Features Submenu of the Advanced Menu
The CPU Features submenu provides options for configuring the Intel SpeedStep power management features of the
CPU.
Figure 9. CPU Features Submenu
Table 9: Fields, Options and Defaults for the CPU Features Submenu of the Advanced Menu
Menu Field Options Default Description
SpeedStep(R)
Technology:
■
Disabled
■
Enabled
[Enabled] Enables or disables the SpeedStep(R) Technology features. When
disabled, On Battery and On AC are disabled.
On Battery:
■
Maximum
Performance
■
Battery Optimized
■
Automatic
[Battery
Optimized]
When Maximum Performance is selected, CPU speed is maxi-
mized. When Battery Optimized is selected, CPU power require-
ments are optimized for battery operation. When Automatic is
selected, the CPU speed is determined by the power source used.
On AC:
■
Maximum
Performance
■
Battery Optimized
■
Automatic
[Maximum
Performance]
When Maximum Performance is selected, CPU speed is maxi-
mized. When Battery Optimized is selected, CPU power require-
ments are optimized for battery operation. When Automatic is
selected, the CPU speed is determined by the power source used.
F1 Help
ESC Exit
Select Item
Select Menu
-/Space
Enter
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
Change Values
Select Sub-Menu
▲
Main Advanced Security Power Savings Exit
Item Specific Help
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Select Enhanced
Intel(R) SpeedStep(R)
Technology enabled or
disabled.
CPU Features
SpeedStep(R) Technology:
On Battery: [Battery Optimized]
On AC: [Maximum Performance]
[Enabled]
Advanced Menu