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Method for user setup of memory throttling register in north bridge via BIOS to save power

US7003658B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 21, 2002
Grant dateFeb 21, 2006
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Expiry dateMar 7, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D10/00
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for achieving power saving for computers through memory throttling by adding the appropriate program codes into the BIOS, so that the invention may set the register of a north bridge chip according to the needs of the user, and enable or disable the memory throttling function provided by the chipset.

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