1.4Special features

Latest processor technology

The P4B-M motherboard supports the latest Intel Pentium 4 478/ Northwood Processor, also known as P4, via a 478-pin surface mount ZIF socket. The Pentium 4 processor utlizes the advanced 0.18 micron processor core in FC-PGA2 package for a 2.0GHz frequency, while the Northwood processor uses the 0.13 micron processor core with 512KB L2 cache for up to a speedy 2.4GHz frequency. The P4 offers optimized performance for audio, video, and Internet applications.

PCI-based HRTF 3D positional audio

Audio models include the C-Media CMI8738 audio chip with high speed PCI V2.1 bus controller. The audio chip supports the legacy audio SBPRO™ , FM emulator/DLS Wave music synthesis, and HRTF 3D positional audio functions. The CMI8738 meets PC99 requirements and supports the 24-bit SPDIF In (0.5V~5V) and SPDIF Out (44.1K and 48K formats) digital audio interface.

Digital audio interface

On audio models, a digital audio connector is onboard to accommodate an optional Sony-Philips Digital Interface (SPDIF) In/Out module, which supports coaxial and optical interfaces. Experience 5.1-channel surround sound and enhanced 3D audio while playing your favorite DVDs and computer games.

Onboard LAN

The motherboard incorporates the RealTek 8100 PCI LAN chip to support 10/100BASE-T Fast Ethernet networking.

Smart Card Reader support

A special connector for the Smart Card Reader comes onboard to support the cutting-edge technology for increased security in authenticating online transactions, editing IC-based information, and a lot more.

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