How can I tell what kind of CPU I am running in

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From: Frank Merrow
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1991 22:48

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Hi,

One of our hardware engineers asked me a question I don't have a good
answer for.  How do I tell from software what kind of CPU I am running
in.  In particular, how can I tell if I am running in a 386 or a 386-SX?
Pointers to source and/or files on SIMTEL etc greatly appreciated.

Frank

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From: frank@odetics.com (Frank Merrow)
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Subject: How can I tell what kind of CPU I am running in
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