Dell to Deactivate Processor Serial Number
Dell has voluntarily chosen to deactivate the Processor Serial Number (PSN) resident in each newPentiumTM III Processor. Based upon feedback from individual Dell customers concerned about the potential misuse of the PSN feature, all Dell computers containing thePentiumTM III Processors will be shipped with the PSN deactivated. In further recognition of our customers' right to privacy, Dell has also elected not to use the PSN feature to gather any data on visitors to our Web site.
In keeping with our customer-driven philosophy, however, we also believe that users should have the choice of reactivating the PSN if they choose. For large corporate customers, our Dell Plus custom configuration capability will permit the PSN to be activated before shipping if the client requests this action. Individual customers will also have the option of reactivating the PSN through software utilities.
