Asus P5QPL-VM - Manual (Page 70)

2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS setup
Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Technology [Enabled]
Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel ® SpeedStep TM Technology. When set to
[Enabled], you can adjust the system power settings in the operating system to
use the EIST feature. Set this item to [Disabled] if you do not want to use the EIST.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
The following item appears only when you installed an Intel ® Pentium ® 4 or later
CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep ® Technology (EIST).
CPU TM Function [Enabled]
Enables or disables Intel ® CPU Thermal Monitor (TM) function, a CPU overheating
protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage are
reduced when the CPU overheats. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Execute-Disable Bit Capability [Enabled]
Enables or disables Intel ® Execute Disable Bit function. This function enhance
protection of your computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious
buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.4.3 Chipset
The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an
item then press to display the sub-menu.
Advanced Chipset Settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections
may cause system to malfunction.
North Bridge Configuration
South Bridge Configuration
Configure North Bridge
features.