Each equipment communicates the request over a unique data line called a channel.
For example, IRQ 4 might be used for one machine and IRQ 7 for another.
IRQ is pronounced as the letters I-R-Q, not aserk.
System Information IRQ List.
Viewing and Editing IRQ parameters
The easiest way to view IRQ information in Windows is withDevice Manager.
Change theViewmenu option toResources by typeto see theInterrupt request (IRQ)section.
you’re able to also use System Information.
System Information IRQ List.
Execute themsinfo32.execommand from the Run dialog box (WIN+R), and then go toHardware Resources>IRQs.
Linux users can run thecat /proc/interruptscommand to view IRQ mappings.
It’s only older Industry Standard Architecture (ISA) devices that might need manual IRQ adjustments.
How to Change IRQ tweaks
you could change IRQ tweaks in theBIOSor within Windows via equipment Manager.
Open rig Managerand double-click or double-tap a rig to open itsPropertieswindow.
In theResourcestab, deselectUse automatic options.
Use theSettings based ondrop down menu to opt for hardware configuration that should be changed.
SelectIRQfrom theResource settingsarea of the properties.
Use theChange Settingbutton to edit the IRQ value.
What Are Non-Maskable Interrupts?
There are also non-maskable interrupts (NMIs), which are interrupt requests that can’t be blocked.
A non-maskable interrupt shows up when dealing with system resets or hardware errors.
The interrupt request is executed immediately.
