OS Select for DRAM

: NON-

>64MB

OS2

F7 : Load Setup Defaults

2.4Chipset Features Setup

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS (2A59GT4A)

CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP

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Auto Configuration

: Enabled

DRAM Fast Leadoff

: Disabled

DRAM Timing

: 60ns

Delayed Transaction

: Disabled

DRAM RAS# Precharge Time

: 3

 

 

DRAM R/W Leadoff Timing

: 6

 

 

DRAM RAS To Cas Relay

: 3

 

 

DRAM Read Burst(EDO?FP)

: 3

 

 

DRAM Write Burst Timing

:x222/x333

 

 

Fast MA To RAS# Delay CLK

: 1

 

 

Fast EDO path Select

: Disabled

 

 

Refresh RAS# Assertion

: 4 CLKS

 

 

ISA Bus Clock

: PCICLK/4

 

 

System BIOS Cacheable

: Disabled

 

 

Video BIOS Cacheable

: Disabled

 

 

8 Bit I/O Recovery Time

: 1

−↓←→: Select Item

 

16 Bit I/O Recovery Time

: 1

F1 : Help

PU/PD/+/- : Modify

Memory Hole At 15M-16M

: Disabled

F5 : Old Values

(Shift)F2 : Color

Peer Concurrency

: Enabled

F6: Load BIOS Defaults

 

Passive Release

: Enable

F7 : Load Setup Defaults

 

2.5Power Management Setup

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS (2A59GT4A)

POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP

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Power Management

: User Define

**power Down &

Resume Events **

PM Control by APM

: Yes

IRQ3 (COM2)

: ON

Video Off Method

: V/H SYNC+Blank

IRQ4 (COM1)

: ON

Modem Use IRQ

: 3

IRQ5

(LPT2)

: ON

Doze Mode

: 1 Min

IRQ6

(Floppy Disk)

: OFF

Standby Mode

: 1 Min

IRQ7 (LPT1)

: ON

Suspend Mode

: 1 Min

IRQ8 (RTC ALARM)

: OFF

HDD Power Down

: I Min

IRQ9 (IRQ2 Redir)

: ON

 

 

IRQ10 (Reserved)

: ON

** Wake Up Events In Doze

& Standby **

IRQ11 (Reserved)

: ON

IRQ3 (Wake-Up Event)

: ON

IRQ12 (PS/2 Mouse)

: ON

IRQ4 (Wake-Up Event)

: ON

IRQ13 (Coprocessor)

: ON

IRQ8 (Wake-Up Event)

: ON

IRQ14 (Hard Disk)

: ON

IRQ12 (Wake-Up Event)

: ON

IRQ15 (Reserved)

: ON

 

 

−↓←→: Select Item

 

 

 

F1 : Help

PU/PD/+/- : Modify

 

 

F5 : Old Values

 

 

 

F6: Load BIOS Defaults

 

 

 

F7 : Load Setup Defaults

(Shift)F2 : Color

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Intel 430TX user manual Chipset Features Setup

430TX specifications

The Intel 430TX chipset, introduced in the mid-1990s, was a significant advancement in computer technology, primarily designed to support Intel's Pentium processors. This chipset catered to the growing demand for improved multimedia performance, better system stability, and expanded features to accommodate developing applications.

One of the main features of the Intel 430TX was its support for Dual Independent Bus architecture. This allowed for simultaneous data transfers between the CPU and the memory, significantly improving system performance. The chipset supported up to 512 MB of EDO (Extended Data Out) RAM and featured a memory bus that could handle speeds of up to 66 MHz, making it suitable for a variety of applications ranging from home computing to business use.

Another significant characteristic of the 430TX was its integration of a PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) bus, which allowed for higher bandwidth compared to the older ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) connections. The chipset provided up to five PCI slots, facilitating the addition of modern peripherals like graphics cards, sound cards, and network interfaces without compromising system performance. This flexibility was vital as multimedia applications became increasingly common during that era.

The Intel 430TX also incorporated support for the newer ATA/33 standard for hard drives, allowing for faster data transfer rates compared to previous standards. This enhancement contributed to improved overall system responsiveness. Moreover, the chipset partially supported USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices, paving the way for the increasingly popular external peripherals that were emerging at the time.

In terms of power management, the 430TX featured advanced management capabilities, allowing the system to achieve better energy efficiency through features such as ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) support. This was particularly important as users began to prioritize environmental concerns alongside performance.

Overall, the Intel 430TX chipset represented a balance of performance, compatibility, and innovative feature integration. Its legacy is evident in the foundational technologies it helped propel, influencing the design and features of future chipsets. Today, revisiting the Intel 430TX illustrates the rapid technological evolution that has occurred since its introduction, underscoring its importance in the development of modern computer systems. The 430TX was pivotal in bridging the gap between early PC architectures and the advanced systems we utilize today.