3-36 Configuring the System
Can a website read my serial number without my knowledge?
No, generally not. Websites cannot read serial numbers unless you allow
them to download a program that can read the processor serial number.
Almost all browsers are configured to warn users whenever they
download executable software. Unless you disable the warning in the
browser, you should receive a notification.
Does Intel track serial numbers?
Generally not, other than related to the manufacturing process. Intel does
not, in the absences of advance and express consent of a user, collect
serial number data that is otherwise identified with a user.
Which programs and/or websites currently use the processor
serial number?
You can find a complete list of programs that can take advantage of the
processor serial number and other new capabilities of the Pentium III
processor at
http://www.intel.com/pentiumiii/utility.htm
.
How can I tell if my processor serial number is turned on?
The vast majority of Pentium III processor-based systems ship with the
processor serial number enabled. The control utility allows you to check
the status by:
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Viewing the icon itself. The disabled icon shows a red circle with a
white “x.”
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Clicking the task tray icon and selecting the “Status” menu item. Or
you can select the menu from the tool tip shown when you position the
mouse over the task tray icon.
Technical Support
For world wide 7 days a week, 24 hours a day technical support, please
visit the Intel support website at
http://support.intel.com
.
Email:
support@intel.com
.
In the United States, call
800-628-8686
from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Pacific Standard Time.
For world wide phone contacts, please see
http://support.intel.com/support/feedback.htm
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