Installation

3-4 Expansion Slots

AGP Slot

The mainboard is equipped with an AGP slot. Make sure you install a card that supports the 1.5V specification.

AGP Slot

PCI Slots

PCI Slots

The mainboard is equipped with 5 PCI slots. It supports PCI cards that comply with the PCI specification.

Installing an Expansion Card

The steps below assume that the mainboard is already installed in the system chassis.

1.Make sure the PC and all other peripheral devices connected to its has been powered down.

2.Disconnect all power cords and cables.

3.Remove the system unit cover.

4.Remove the bracket of the slot that you intend to use. (You need to remove the screw in order to remove the bracket.)

5.Align the card above the slot then press it down firmly until it is completely seated in the slot.

6.Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed in step 4.

7.Replace the system unit cover.

8.Power on the PC.

9.Enter the BIOS step program to make the necessary settings.

10.Save the settings and restart the PC.

11.Install the software drivers of the expansion cards, if necessary.

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Intel DDR400 (PC3200), FSB800 (PC2700), FSB800 / DDR333 (PC2700), FSB533 Expansion Slots, Installing an Expansion Card

DDR266 (PC2100), DDR333 (PC2700), DDR400 (PC3200), FSB400 (PC2100), FSB800 / DDR400 (PC3200) specifications

Intel's FSB800 (PC2700) and FSB800 (PC3200) represent important milestones in memory technology, providing enhanced data transfer speeds and improved performance for computing systems. The FSB, or Front Side Bus, is a critical component that connects the CPU to the memory, affecting both system efficiency and speed.

FSB800 (PC2700) offers a bus speed of 800 MHz, supporting DDR (Double Data Rate) memory. It operates at PC2700 specifications, which allow for a data transfer rate of 2.7 GB/s. This configuration is particularly advantageous for users requiring improved multitasking capabilities and faster data processing. The technology behind FSB800 also facilitates advanced power management, contributing to energy efficiency while maintaining high-performance levels.

On the other hand, FSB800 (PC3200) ups the ante with compatibility for DDR400 memory. This arrangement fundamentally increases the data transfer capabilities to 3.2 GB/s, making it suitable for more demanding applications such as gaming, video editing, and other resource-heavy tasks. The ability to leverage higher memory speeds not only enhances responsiveness but also allows for better handling of larger datasets.

FSB400 (PC2100) represents an earlier generation of Intel's bus technology, running at 400 MHz and supporting DDR266 memory. Although it has lower performance specifications, it still offers a reliable platform for basic computing tasks and is widely used in budget systems. This early iteration laid the groundwork for subsequent advancements in memory technology.

DDR400 (PC3200) is a prominent feature in high-performance desktops and workstations. It operates at a data transfer rate of 3.2 GB/s, maximizing the data paths between memory and processors. This level of performance is essential for high-fidelity graphics and complex computing processes, making it a popular choice among enthusiasts and professionals alike.

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