Frequency/Voltage Control

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Frequency/Voltage Control

Spread spectrum Modulated

[Enabled]

 

Item Help

CPU Host Clock Control

[Disabled]

 

Menu Levelu

øCPUHost Frequency (MHz)

100

 

 

øPCI/AGPFrequency (MHz)

33/66

 

 

DRAM Clock(MHz)

[Auto]

 

 

CPU Voltage Control

[Auto]

 

 

AGP Ov erVoltage Control

[Auto]

 

 

DIMM Ov erVoltage Control

[Auto]

 

 

 

 

 

higf: Mov e Enter:Select +/-/PU/PD:Value F10:Save ESC:Ex it F1:General Help

 

F5:Previous Values F6:Fail-Safe Defaults

F7:Optimized Defaults

 

 

 

 

Figure 8: Frequency /Voltage Control

 

øThose items will be available when "CPU Host Clock Control" is set to Enabled.

FSpread spectrum Modulated

8Auto

Setclock spread spectrum by auto.

8Disabled

Disable clock spread spectrum.(Default v alue)

8Enabled

Enable clock spread spectrum.

FCPU Host Clock Control

Note: If sy stem hangs up before enter CMOS setup utility , w ait for 20 sec for times out reboot . When time out occur, sy stem w ill reset and run at CPU default Host clock at nex t boot.

8Disable

Disable CPU Host Clock Control.(Default v alue)

8Enable

Enable CPU Host Clock Control.

FCPU Host Frequency (MHz) (By switch SW1)

8100

SetCPU Host Clock to 100MHz~132MHz.

8133

SetCPU Host Clock to 133MHz~165MHz.

8166

SetCPU Host Clock to 166MHz~200MHz.

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Gigabyte GA-7VAC manual Frequency/Voltage Control, Spread spectrum Modulated, CPU Host Clock Control

GA-7VAC specifications

The Gigabyte GA-7VAC is a feature-rich motherboard designed to accommodate the needs of enthusiasts and gamers alike. Launched during the early 2000s, this ATX motherboard was built to support the AMD Athlon processors, particularly those utilizing the Socket A interface. It became popular during a time when the demand for robust and reliable computing platforms was on the rise, thanks to the growing popularity of 3D gaming and multimedia applications.

One of the standout features of the GA-7VAC is its chipset, which is based on the VIA KT266 chipset. This chipset provides improved performance and stability, allowing users to enjoy faster data transfer rates and better memory management. The motherboard supports DDR266 RAM, with a total capacity of up to 2GB across its two DIMM slots. This capability ensures that the GA-7VAC can handle memory-intensive applications and multitasking with ease.

In terms of connectivity, the GA-7VAC is equipped with an array of ports. It includes five PCI slots, enabling the installation of various expansion cards, including graphics cards, sound cards, and network adapters. The integrated VIA Apollo 8235 Southbridge chip provides support for both IDE and USB devices, facilitating seamless connections to hard drives, optical drives, and peripherals. Users can also take advantage of the motherboard's integrated audio capabilities, which deliver quality sound without the need for additional sound cards.

Another notable characteristic of the GA-7VAC is its support for overclocking. With features such as adjustable front-side bus speeds, users have the opportunity to enhance processor performance beyond stock settings, allowing for a more customized computing experience. However, it is essential to ensure adequate cooling when overclocking, as increased performance can lead to higher heat output.

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