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User Manual

November 21st, 2008

 

 

Automation Command

 

Description

 

GetVBE

 

Returns true if VESA BIOS Extensions is enabled;

 

 

otherwise it returns false.

 

 

 

 

A.7.19 Matrox MGA-G400 Graphics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 simnow> mgag400.usage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Automation Command

 

Description

 

SetTexmap (0 1)

 

Enables (1) or disables (0) the texture units. By default

 

 

the texture units are disabled.

 

 

 

 

 

SetCardType CARDID

 

Sets the MGA-G400 type to CARDID. Valid values for

 

 

CARDID are: 6648, 888, 6616, and 824.

 

 

 

 

 

GetCardType

 

Returns the current CARDID value.

A.7.20 PCI Bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 simnow> pcibus.usage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Automation Command

 

Description

 

DeviceID <SlotID> <DeviceID>

 

Sets the DeviceID to „DeviceID‟ on slot „SlotID‟.

 

GetDeviceID <SlotID>

 

Returns the DeviceID of specified slot „SlotID‟.

 

BaseIRQ <SlotID> (abcd)

 

Sets the Base IRQ of slot „SlotID‟ to A, B, C or D.

 

GetBaseIRQ <SlotID>

 

Returns the Base IRQ of slot „SlotID‟.

 

Slot <SlotID> (01)

 

Enables (1) or disables (0) slot wit specified „SlotID‟.

 

SlotStatus <SlotID>

 

Returns enabled if slot „SlotID‟ is enabled, otherwise it

 

 

returns disabled.

 

 

 

 

 

GetConfig

 

Displays PCI Bus configuration information.

A.7.21 SIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 simnow> sio.usage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Automation Command

 

Description

 

 

 

 

The Lock (1) or Unlock (0) Registers option activates

BreakOnLock (01)

 

the breakpoint anytime the lock or unlock sequence is

 

 

 

 

hit.

GetLockStatus

 

Returns enabled if BreakOnLock is enabled; otherwise it

 

returns disabled.

 

 

 

 

BreakOnRead (01)

 

Enable (1) or disable (0) breakpoints whenever any of

 

the device configuration registers is read.

 

 

 

 

GetReadStatus

 

Returns enabled if BreakOnRead is enabled; otherwise it

 

returns disabled.

 

 

 

 

BreakOnWrite (01)

 

Enable (1) or disable (0) breakpoints whenever any of

 

the device configuration registers is modified.

 

 

 

 

GetWriteStatus

 

Returns enabled if BreakOnWrite is enabled; otherwise

 

it returns disabled.

 

 

 

 

GetConfig

 

Displays SIO configuration information.

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Appendix A

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AMD 4.4.5 user manual Matrox MGA-G400 Graphics, PCI Bus, 21 SIO

4.4.5 specifications

AMD 4.4.5 is a robust version of the AMD software ecosystem that focuses on enhanced performance, stability, and efficiency for users relying on AMD processors and graphics cards. This iteration brings various features and technologies designed to optimize gaming, professional applications, and general computing tasks.

One of the standout enhancements in AMD 4.4.5 is the integration of Smart Access Memory technology, which allows the CPU to access the full graphics memory directly. This feature enhances data flow between the CPU and GPU, leading to improved frame rates and overall performance, especially in memory-intensive games. Users can experience a marked increase in gaming performance without the need for additional hardware upgrades.

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In summary, AMD 4.4.5 represents a comprehensive update for users by integrating cutting-edge technologies that cater to a wide range of applications from gaming to content creation. With enhancements across the board, AMD reaffirms its commitment to providing high-performance solutions that keep pace with the ever-evolving technology landscape. Whether for gaming aficionados or professional creators, the capabilities offered in this version make it a significant milestone in the AMD software ecosystem.