CPU Problem

[mike1978]

Hello,

Thanks for your replies on my previous msg., I finally got to fix the computer got it running and installed the operating system. and now when i start my computer at the beginning it shows me CPU 1 Pentium 4 2.9ghz
and below it it is CPU2 pentium 4 2.8ghz. I have no Idea why it is telling me I have 2 cpu's. Does anybody know what I can do to correct this? I wish I had 2 cpu's lol but the fact is I only bought 1 so it is kind of weird. Your help will be appreciated. Thanks in advqnce.

 

[crazybeans]

It's called HT technology. Newer, mostly 800mhz FSB, Intel processors use HT technology which allows two functions to be ran at the same time such as decoding a CD and watching a movie. In order for this technology to be compatable with the operating system, the computer must see it as a dual-processor system. If you disable HT in your CMOS settings, you will notice that only one processor will show up. For more information on HT technology check this link:

http://www.microsoft.com/whdc/system/cec/ht-windows.mspx

or

http://www.tigerdirect.com/media/scripts-text/learnmore/Intel/Intel-HTT-Info.html

hope that helps.

 

[mike1978]

Thank you so much now I understand, I was really confused seeing 2 cpu's showing up on starting the pc. I reallly appreciate it.

 

[crazybeans]

No problem, glad I could help