3 Interface Devices and Mass-Storage Drives

S3 Trio 64V2 Graphics Controller Chip

The extended modes supported by the video BIOS are:

Extended Video Modes with 1 MB DRAM

Extended

VESA

Interface

 

No. of

Vertical

Horizontal

Dot Clock

Resolution

Refresh

Refresh

Mode No.

Mode No.

Type

Colors

(MHz)

 

(Hz)

(kHz)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4Eh

207h

graphics

1152 x 864

256

60

55

80.000

4Fh

208h

graphics

1280 x 1024

8

60

63.7

110.000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

51h

212h

graphics

640 x 480

16.7 M

60

31.5

25.000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

52h

213h

graphics

640 x 400

16.7 M

70

31.5

25.000

54h

10Ah

text

132 x 43 chars

16

70

31.5

40.000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

55h

109h

text

132 x 25 chars

16

70

31.5

40.000

65h

10Dh

graphics

320 x 200

32,768

70

 

12.540

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

66h

10Eh

graphics

320 x 200

65,536

70

 

12.540

67h

10Fh

graphics

320 x 200

16.7 M

70

 

12.540

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

68h

100h

graphics

640 x 400

256

70

31.5

25.175

69h

101h

graphics

640 x 480

256

60

31.5

25.175

69h

101h

graphics

640 x 480

256

72

37.9

31.500

69h

101h

graphics

640 x 480

256

75

37.5

31.500

69h

101h

graphics

640 x 480

256

85

45

36.000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6Ah

102h

graphics

800 x 600

16

60

37.9

40.000

6Ah

102h

graphics

800 x 600

16

72

48.1

50.000

6Ah

102h

graphics

800 x 600

16

75

47.5

49.500

6Ah

102h

graphics

800 x 600

16

85

53.6

56.000

6Bh

103h

graphics

800 x 600

256

60

37.9

40.000

6Bh

103h

graphics

800 x 600

256

72

48.1

50.000

6Bh

103h

graphics

800 x 600

256

75

46.8

49.500

6Bh

103h

graphics

800 x 600

256

85

53.6

56.000

6Ch

104h

graphics

1024 x 768

16

60

48.4

65.000

6Ch

104h

graphics

1024 x 768

16

70

56.5

75.000

6Ch

104h

graphics

1024 x 768

16

75

60.2

80.000

6Ch

104h

graphics

1024 x 768

16

85

68.7

95.000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6Dh

105h

graphics

1024 x 768

256

60

48.4

65.000

6Dh

105h

graphics

1024 x 768

256

70

56.5

75.000

6Dh

105h

graphics

1024 x 768

256

75

60.0

80.000

6Dh

105h

graphics

1024 x 768

256

85

68.7

95.000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6Eh

106h

graphics

1280 x 1024

16

60

 

110.000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

70h

110h

graphics

640 x 480

32,768

60

31.5

25.175

70h

110h

graphics

640 x 480

32,768

72

37.5

31.500

70h

110h

graphics

640 x 480

32,768

75

37.5

31.500

70h

110h

graphics

640 x 480

32,768

85

45

36.000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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HP Vectra VL 5/xxx 5 manual Extended modes supported by the video Bios are, Extended Video Modes with 1 MB Dram

Vectra VL 5/xxx 5 specifications

The HP Vectra VL 5/xxx was a series of desktop personal computers introduced by Hewlett-Packard in the mid-1990s. These machines were designed for both business and professional environments, making them suitable for a range of applications from basic office tasks to more demanding computing needs. This series played a significant role in HP's efforts to strengthen its market presence in the PC sector during a time when competition was intensifying.

One of the standout features of the HP Vectra VL 5/xxx line was its versatility. The series included various configurations designated by the '5/xxx' nomenclature, which indicated different performance levels and specifications. The performance was driven primarily by Intel Pentium processors, widely acclaimed for their reliability and efficiency. This allowed users to choose a model that suited their specific requirements, whether for everyday tasks or more resource-intensive applications.

In addition to its strong processing capabilities, the Vectra VL 5/xxx featured advanced graphics support, which was critical for visual applications and presentations. Many units in this series came equipped with onboard graphics capabilities that supported a range of resolutions, enhancing the user experience in both standard office environments and more creative settings.

Storage options were another highlight of the HP Vectra VL 5/xxx series. The machines typically featured a variety of hard drive configurations, allowing for ample data storage. Some models included the option for expanding storage through additional hard drives or external devices. Coupled with considerable RAM options, these machines ensured smooth multitasking and efficient performance across various applications.

Connectivity was also a core aspect of the Vectra VL 5/xxx. The systems typically included multiple USB ports, parallel and serial ports, and integrated networking capabilities. This made it easy for businesses to integrate the Vectra machines into their existing infrastructure, facilitating seamless interaction with peripherals and networks.

In terms of design, the HP Vectra VL 5/xxx series presented a robust yet compact form factor, which was ideal for office environments with limited space. Additionally, HP emphasized the reliability and serviceability of these machines, which included easy access to internal components for maintenance and upgrades, thereby extending the product life cycle.

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