Intel AP440FX Motherboard Manufacturing Options, Form Factor, Motherboard Description

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Motherboard Description

1.2 Motherboard Manufacturing Options

Contact your local Intel Field Sales Office for options and ordering information.

1.3 Form Factor

The motherboard is designed to fit into a standard LPX form factor chassis. Figure 2 illustrates the mechanical form factor for the AP440FX. The AP440FX LPX form factor adheres to the standard LPX guidelines with outer dimensions of 9 inches x 13 inches.

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Figure 2. Motherboard Dimensions

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Contents AP440FX Motherboard Revision Revision HistoryDate Table of Contents AP440FX Motherboard Technical Product Specification Motherboard Bios and Setup UtilityContents Error Messages and Beep CodesAP440FX Motherboard Technical Product Specification Overview Motherboard DescriptionMotherboard Features Key to Motherboard Features Motherboard Manufacturing Options Form FactorMotherboard Description I/O Shield Back Panel I/O Shield DimensionsMicroprocessor Upgrade MicroprocessorMicroprocessor Heatsink and Clips Chipset Main System MemoryDram Parity and ECC Dram3 82371SB PCI/ISA IDE Xccelerator PIIX3 2 82442FX Data Bus Accelerator DBXIDE Support Secure Flash SupportUSB Support PC87307 Super I/O Controller Floppy ControllerKeyboard and Mouse Interface Graphics Subsystem Real-Time Clock, Cmos RAM and BatteryInfrared Support Parallel PortResolution S3 ViRGE Supported Resolutions1 S3 ViRGE Graphics Subsystem Refresh rate HzS3 ViRGE/DX Supported Resolutions LBP Vesa Feature Connector2 S3 ViRGE/DX Graphics Subsystem Graphics Drivers and UtilitiesManagement Extension Hardware Audio SubsystemMotherboard Connectors Motherboard Connector Locations Front Panel Connectors Front Panel I/O Connector J2A1Pin Signal Name Power-ON LED Infrared ConnectorSwon Sleep/ResumeKeylock Connector J3A1 ResetFan Connector J4A1 Keylock Connector J3A1PCI/ISA Riser Connector J6J2 Memory/Expansion ConnectorsSignal Name Pin Signal PinSA9 SA8 SA7 SA6 SA5 SA4 SA3 SA2 SA1 SA0 SBHE# LBP Vesa Feature Connector J1K1 Vesa Feature ConnectorSerial Header Serial Port COM2H, J3N1 PinoutCD-ROM Connector J9N1 Audio ConnectorsWavetable Upgrade Connector J9L1 Telephony Connector J9K1Primary Power Supply Connector J9H1 Power Supply ConnectorsExternal 3.3 V Power Supply Connector J9J1 NameSoft-Off Power Supply Connector J9F1 Floppy/IDE ConnectorsFloppy Drive Connector J8L1 Pin NameIDE Connectors J8H1, J9H2 Lists the pinout and signal names for the IDE connectorsBack Panel Connectors VGA Video ConnectorVGA Video Connector J1N1 USB Back Panel Connectors 12.8.2 COM1 Serial PortKeyboard and Mouse Ports Parallel Port Connector Pinout Parallel PortDescription Pin Jumper Locations Jumper SettingsMotherboard Configuration J4L2, J1J1 Microprocessor Configuration J4L2Microprocessor/System Speed Settings J4L2-A J4L2-B J4L2-CConfiguration Configuration Jumper SettingsReliability JumperMotherboard Environmental Specifications Power ConsumptionPower Usage EnvironmentalPower Supply Considerations SafetyRegulatory Compliance Product Certification Markings 17.2 EMIMemory Map Memory MapAddress Range Decimal Address Range hexI/O Map O MapAddress hex Size Description PCI Configuration Space Map PCI Configuration Space MapSoft-Off Control DMA ChannelsInterrupts InterruptsBios Upgrades Bios Flash Memory OrganizationIntroduction Flash Memory OrganizationRecommendations for Configuring an Atapi Device PCI Auto-ConfigurationPCI IDE Support Primary CableMotherboard Bios and Setup Utility ISA Plug and PlayDesktop Management Interface DMI Advanced Power Control APC Advanced Power Management APMSetup Enable Jumper Boot OptionsOverview of the Setup Menu Screens Language SupportSystem Date Main Bios Setup ScreenSystem Time Floppy OptionsFloppy Options Subscreen IDE Device Configuration IDE Device Configuration SubscreenFloppy a Type Floppy B TypeMultiple Sector Setting IDE Translation ModeHeads SectorsBoot Options Subscreen Hard Disk Pre-Delay Setup PromptNum Lock Typematic Rate ProgrammingAdvanced Screen Peripheral Configuration Subscreen Event Logging ConfigurationSerial Port Configuration Options Serial Port 2 IR ModeSerial Port 1 Interface Serial Port 2 AddressParallel Port Configuration Options ∙ Compatible defaultParallel Port Interface Parallel Port TypeUSB Interface ECP Compatible Configuration OptionsAudio Interface Hardware Monitor InterfaceAdvanced Chipset Configuration Subscreen Onboard Video IRQ Latency Timer PCI ClocksVideo Palette Snoop ISA VGA Write CombiningPower Management Configuration Subscreen Plug and Play Configuration Subscreen ∙ C8000h default ISA Shared Memory SizeISA Shared Memory Base Address Event Log Capacity IRQ 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14Event Count Granularity Event Time Granularity Minutes∙ Do Not Mark default ∙ Keep defaultClear Event Log Mark Existing Events as ReadSecurity Screen Options Security ScreenExit Screen Page PCI Configuration Error Messages Bios Beep CodesBios Beep Codes PCI Configuration Error MessagesChained PCI Error Messages Bios Error Messages Bios Error MessagesError Messages and Beep Codes ISA NMI Messages ISA NMI MessagesISA NMI Message

AP440FX specifications

The Intel AP440FX is a pivotal motherboard that was released in the late 1990s, designed to support the Intel Pentium II and Pentium III processors. Known for its robust performance and versatile functionalities, the AP440FX became a popular choice among computer enthusiasts and system builders during its time.

One of the defining features of the Intel AP440FX is its support for the Intel 440FX chipset. This chipset provided improved system performance through its use of a 66 MHz front-side bus, which allowed for faster data transfer between the CPU and the memory. The motherboard was equipped with two DIMM slots capable of supporting a maximum of 512 MB of SDRAM, providing users with the flexibility to choose the amount of memory they required for their applications.

Another notable characteristic of the AP440FX motherboard is its integrated support for various peripheral interfaces. It comes equipped with multiple ISA and PCI slots, allowing users to expand their system capabilities through the addition of various cards. The presence of two USB ports, which were relatively new at the time of its release, gave users access to a wider range of peripherals and external devices.

The Intel AP440FX also features an integrated IDE controller, enabling connection for hard drives and optical drives without the need for additional controller cards. This integrated solution simplified storage management for users and contributed to the overall efficiency of the system. The motherboard also supported SCSI through optional daughter cards, catering to users who required high-speed data transfer and reliable disk storage solutions.

Moreover, the AP440FX was designed with future upgrades in mind. Its BIOS supported plug-and-play installations, allowing users to easily configure new hardware components without extensive troubleshooting. Additionally, the ATX form factor of the motherboard contributed to its compatibility with a wide range of cases and power supplies.

In terms of power management, the Intel AP440FX incorporated advanced features such as ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface), which allowed for better power efficiency and management of power states. This feature was particularly beneficial for users looking to reduce energy consumption and improve the overall longevity of their systems.

All in all, the Intel AP440FX represented a significant advancement in motherboard technology during its era. Its combination of robust performance, upgradeability, and support for new technologies made it a popular choice for users looking to build powerful and efficient computing systems.