The BIOS must identify the processor correctly for proper system operation. If the BIOS does not correctly identify the processor, check with the system or motherboard manufacturer to make sure the processor is supported. Also check for newly revised BIOS updates and installation instructions.

Get support information on Intel® Desktop Boards.

This applies to:

Intel® Celeron® Processor Family Intel® Core™ i5 Processor Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition Intel® Core™2 Duo Desktop Processor Intel® Core™2 Extreme Processor Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor Extreme Edition Intel® Pentium® 4 Processors Intel® Pentium® D Processor Intel® Pentium® III Processor Intel® Pentium® III Xeon® Processor Intel® Pentium® Processor Extreme Edition Intel® Xeon® Processor 3000 Series Intel® Xeon® Processor 5000 Series