asm/reference

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PCONFIG



Configures processor-specific features by writing a value to a model-specific register.

The table after the description covers what the source and destinations can be.

source destination(s)
reg #I
imm #I
mN #I

DO NOT support LOCK

PCONFIG is only available in 64-bit mode. Execution of PCONFIG in compatibility mode or 32-bit mode SHALL result in an invalid opcode exception.

To avoid unexpected behavior, the instruction MUST be executed with the appropriate privilege level; attempting to execute PCONFIG at CPL 3 SHALL result in a general protection fault (#GP). Additionally, users MUST ensure the processor supports the PCONFIG instruction by checking CPUID, as attempting to use it on unsupported hardware will result in an invalid opcode exception.