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Introduction
•Bus mastering reduces CPU utilization during disk transfer
•Supports ATAPI
IrDA Interface
The system board is equipped with an IrDA connector for wireless connectivity between your computer and peripheral devices. It supports infrared peripheral devices that meet the ASKIR or HPSIR standard.
USB Ports
The system board is equipped with two connectors for external USB ports. USB allows data exchange between your computer and a wide range of simultaneously accessible external Plug and Play peripherals.
BIOS
•Award BIOS, Windows® 95/98 Plug and Play compatible
•Flash EPROM for easy BIOS upgrades
1.1.2Intelligence
Monitors Processor Temperature and Overheat Alarm
The system board is able to detect the temperature of the processor. An alarm will sound in case of processor overheat.
Monitors Processor/Chassis Fan Speed and Failure Alarm
The system board is able to detect the fan speed
Monitors Power Voltages and Failure Alarm
The system board is able to detect the output voltage of the power supply. An alarm will sound warning you of voltage irregularity.
Automatic Fan Control
With the system’s power switched on, the processor’s fan will rotate only if the temperature of the processor is over 25oC.
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