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Only displaying two cores while the system should have four.

Only displaying two cores while the system should have four.

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mjt2789
Senior Member
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11-14-2016, 02:58 PM
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The task manager displays identical results. I’m puzzled by this, having checked the BIOS and confirmed all cores are active. I also attempted to adjust settings via msconfig without success. HWiNFO lists 4 cores and 8 threads, yet cores #2 and #3 are missing. Any solutions, advice, or updates would be appreciated? Is everything functioning properly despite this?
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mjt2789
11-14-2016, 02:58 PM #1

The task manager displays identical results. I’m puzzled by this, having checked the BIOS and confirmed all cores are active. I also attempted to adjust settings via msconfig without success. HWiNFO lists 4 cores and 8 threads, yet cores #2 and #3 are missing. Any solutions, advice, or updates would be appreciated? Is everything functioning properly despite this?

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Lizzy310
Junior Member
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11-14-2016, 08:00 PM
#2
which containers are you talking about? if you navigate to Msconfig>Boot>Advanced Options then you can set the number of processors at startup, uncheck that option or check it and review how many processors appear in the dropdown, for your particular processor it should be 8 since it supports 8 threads; if it doesn't display 8 threads then it might indicate a problem with your BIOS, reset the BIOS or install an updated version as it could be a bug.
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Lizzy310
11-14-2016, 08:00 PM #2

which containers are you talking about? if you navigate to Msconfig>Boot>Advanced Options then you can set the number of processors at startup, uncheck that option or check it and review how many processors appear in the dropdown, for your particular processor it should be 8 since it supports 8 threads; if it doesn't display 8 threads then it might indicate a problem with your BIOS, reset the BIOS or install an updated version as it could be a bug.

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MyLax
Member
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11-15-2016, 03:11 AM
#3
This setting reaches its highest value at 4, but it should display 8. Trying to toggle it both ways still gives the same outcome.
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MyLax
11-15-2016, 03:11 AM #3

This setting reaches its highest value at 4, but it should display 8. Trying to toggle it both ways still gives the same outcome.

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zMadeus
Posting Freak
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11-22-2016, 08:14 AM
#4
Ensure it is set to 8, then reset the BIOS. If it doesn't work, update the BIOS.
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zMadeus
11-22-2016, 08:14 AM #4

Ensure it is set to 8, then reset the BIOS. If it doesn't work, update the BIOS.

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UMadCauseImNot
Junior Member
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12-04-2016, 06:33 PM
#5
You probably just need to reset everything, but I’m not sure about the backup steps. Since I don’t often use BIOS, it’s likely simple.
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UMadCauseImNot
12-04-2016, 06:33 PM #5

You probably just need to reset everything, but I’m not sure about the backup steps. Since I don’t often use BIOS, it’s likely simple.

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Sponder
Member
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12-06-2016, 01:07 AM
#6
Once you restart the BIOS, you can turn on XMP to ensure your RAM operates at its rated speed. This is crucial for performance, and you won’t risk data loss otherwise.
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Sponder
12-06-2016, 01:07 AM #6

Once you restart the BIOS, you can turn on XMP to ensure your RAM operates at its rated speed. This is crucial for performance, and you won’t risk data loss otherwise.

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kanekikun78
Junior Member
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12-27-2016, 09:15 AM
#7
Sure, keeping that in mind. Talk soon!
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kanekikun78
12-27-2016, 09:15 AM #7

Sure, keeping that in mind. Talk soon!

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vandalmal
Member
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12-28-2016, 02:19 AM
#8
I've also seen people facing the same problem after upgrading their systems while retaining the same Windows setup on their old machine. The only solution was a complete reinstall.
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vandalmal
12-28-2016, 02:19 AM #8

I've also seen people facing the same problem after upgrading their systems while retaining the same Windows setup on their old machine. The only solution was a complete reinstall.

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dylshah45
Junior Member
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01-01-2017, 03:44 AM
#9
It seems the update didn't take effect. I'll attempt a fresh installation. Appreciate your support!
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dylshah45
01-01-2017, 03:44 AM #9

It seems the update didn't take effect. I'll attempt a fresh installation. Appreciate your support!

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alexschultzzz
Junior Member
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01-01-2017, 07:23 AM
#10
Are you referring to a complete reset of Windows or just a fresh setup? Either way, backing up your data would be wise.
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alexschultzzz
01-01-2017, 07:23 AM #10

Are you referring to a complete reset of Windows or just a fresh setup? Either way, backing up your data would be wise.

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