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MS-6585 ATX Mainboard
APIC Function
This field is used to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable
Interrupt Controller). Due to compliance to PC2001 design guide, the system is
able to run in APIC mode. Enabling APIC mode will expand available IRQs
resources for the system. Settings: Enabled, Disabled.
MPS Table Version
This field allows you to select which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification)
version to be used for the operating system. You need to select the MPS
version supported by your operating system. To find out which version to use,
consult the vendor of your operating system. Settings: 1.4, 1.1.
MSI Reminds You...
Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your
computer system requires ALL of the following platform
Components:
*CPU: An Intel
®
 Pentium
®
 4 Processor with HT Technology;
*Chipset: A chipset that supports HT Technology;
*BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled;
*OS: Only Microsoft
®
 Windows XP and Linux can support HT
technology.