Intel 430TX user manual If Eisa NVM checksum is good, execute Eisa initialization

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1E

If EISA NVM checksum is good, execute EISA initialization

 

(EISA BIOS only)

 

 

1F-29

Reserved

 

 

30

Detect Base Memory & Extended Memory Size

31

1.

Test Base Memory from 256K to 640K

 

2.

Test Extended Memory from 1M to the top of memory

32

1.

Display the Award Plug & Play BIOS Extension

 

 

message (PnP BIOS only)

 

 

2.

Program all onboard super I/O chips (if any) including

 

 

COM ports, LPT

ports,

FDD port... according to

 

setup

 

 

 

 

value

 

 

33-3B

Reserved

 

 

3C

Set flag to allow users to enter CMOS Setup Utility

3D

1.

Initialize Keyboard

 

 

 

2.

Install PS2 mouse

 

 

3E

Try to turn on Level 2 cache

 

 

Note: Some chipset may need to turn on the L2 cache in this

 

stage. But usually, the

cache is turn on later in POST 61h

3F-40

Reserved

 

 

BF

1.

Program the rest of the Chipset’s value according to

 

 

Setup. (Later Setup Value

Program)

 

2.

If auto-configuration is enabled, programmed the chipset

 

 

with pre-defined values

in the MODBINable Auto-

 

Table

 

 

41

Initialize floppy disk drive controller

42

Initialize Hard drive controller

 

43

If it is a PnP BIOS, initialize serial & parallel ports

44

Reserved

 

 

45

Initialize math coprocessor.

 

 

46-4D

Reserved

 

 

4E

If there is any error detected (such as video, kb...), show all the

 

error messages on the screen & wait for user to press <F1> key

4F

1.

If password is needed, ask for password

 

2.

Clear the Energy Star Logo (Green BIOS only)

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Contents USER’S Manual Update Inforamtion Content Chapter Eide Hardware Installation for TX2 Preface Simple features Page Chapter Map of ATX586 Mother Board NON-ACTIVE MMXAMD JP8/91-2 Short CPUJP15 2MB Flash Bios only Short 256K PB SramInstall System Dram Memory Install IDE, Enhanced I/O and Front Panel Connectors GND PIN-3 Irtx PIN-4 VCC COM2 IRQ DRQ GameCOM1 COM3CN1 COM1 CN2 JP8JP9 CN3Page Chapter Bios Features Setup Chipset Features Setup PNP/PCI Configuration Post Read Cmos data into Bios stack area If Eisa NVM checksum is good, execute Eisa initialization Write all Cmos values currently in the Bios stack area back If there is any changes in the hardware configuration Quick Installation Guide Page System Requirements Contents of this DocumentIntroduction SETUP.INS Contents of the Distribution PackageSETUP.EXE BMIDE95.EXEInstalling the Software SETUP.DLLSETUP.LIB Verifying Installation of the Driver Page DE-INSTALLING the Software SB, ABPage Troubleshooting Common ProblemsPage 8A. IDE Devices Supported by the Driver \WINDOWS\SYSTEM\IOSUBSYSRelease Notes 8B. Applications Supported by the Driver 8C. Large IDE Fixed Disk Drive 528MB Support by the Driver CDU55E NEC* CDR261 8D. RELEASE-SPECIFIC Troubleshooting InformationNEC* CDR251 CDU76E NEC* CDR271IDE NEC* CDR272NEC* CDR273 One or more of the IDE/ATAPI drives on the system fail to CD-ROM DOS=HIGH,UMB 8E. Revision History InformationVersion 2.64 Release Version 3.00 ReleaseCFS425A CFS850A 8F. Release Testing InformationCFA540A IBMNEC CRD-S54P CDU55E CDU76E CDU77E CDU311-GI Teac CD44E CD56EPage From the Bios of new main board to old main board Hardware Installation For TX2 SHORT, 2-4 Open Map of TX2 Mother Board JP8 4-5 Short for CyrixShort for 5v Flash Bios normal. Default Open Normal Power mode. Default Total Install IDE, Enhanced I/O and Front Panel Connectors USB+, PIN-4 GND JP3 LPT3 3BC-3BFJP1 JP4Pin Definition for Cable Connection

430TX specifications

The Intel 430TX chipset, introduced in the mid-1990s, was a significant advancement in computer technology, primarily designed to support Intel's Pentium processors. This chipset catered to the growing demand for improved multimedia performance, better system stability, and expanded features to accommodate developing applications.

One of the main features of the Intel 430TX was its support for Dual Independent Bus architecture. This allowed for simultaneous data transfers between the CPU and the memory, significantly improving system performance. The chipset supported up to 512 MB of EDO (Extended Data Out) RAM and featured a memory bus that could handle speeds of up to 66 MHz, making it suitable for a variety of applications ranging from home computing to business use.

Another significant characteristic of the 430TX was its integration of a PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) bus, which allowed for higher bandwidth compared to the older ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) connections. The chipset provided up to five PCI slots, facilitating the addition of modern peripherals like graphics cards, sound cards, and network interfaces without compromising system performance. This flexibility was vital as multimedia applications became increasingly common during that era.

The Intel 430TX also incorporated support for the newer ATA/33 standard for hard drives, allowing for faster data transfer rates compared to previous standards. This enhancement contributed to improved overall system responsiveness. Moreover, the chipset partially supported USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices, paving the way for the increasingly popular external peripherals that were emerging at the time.

In terms of power management, the 430TX featured advanced management capabilities, allowing the system to achieve better energy efficiency through features such as ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) support. This was particularly important as users began to prioritize environmental concerns alongside performance.

Overall, the Intel 430TX chipset represented a balance of performance, compatibility, and innovative feature integration. Its legacy is evident in the foundational technologies it helped propel, influencing the design and features of future chipsets. Today, revisiting the Intel 430TX illustrates the rapid technological evolution that has occurred since its introduction, underscoring its importance in the development of modern computer systems. The 430TX was pivotal in bridging the gap between early PC architectures and the advanced systems we utilize today.