Is there a program that will disable L2 cache in Pentium MMX's?

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From: Midgard
Date: Mon, 06 Apr 1998 00:00

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I need a program that will temporarily disable the L2 cache in a
Pentium 166MMX.  I know you can do it from BIOS, but it's a pain to
have to enter set-up every time I want to do this so I was wondering
if there is a DOS-based utility (or Windows 95) that will perform this
function?  I basically want to use it as a CPU speed reducer to run
older DOS applications & games.  I also know about Mo'Slo, however I
need the smoother performance that L2 cache disabling provides.  Can
someone please steer me in the right direction?  Thanks.

Best,
Midgard

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Subject: Is there a program that will disable L2 cache in Pentium MMX's?
Date: 1998/04/06
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