of a 34-pin flat-cable connector (usually used for 3.5” drives) and a printed-circuit board connector (usually used for 5.25” drives).

2.14.1 Connecting the floppy drive

1.Plug the 34-pin flat-cable connector into CN27. Make sure that the red wire corresponds to pin one on the connector.

2.Attach the appropriate connector on the other end of the cable to the floppy drive(s). You can use only one connector in the set. The set on the end (after the twist in the cable) connects to the A: drive. The set in the middle connects to the B: drive.

3.If you are connecting a 5.25” floppy drive, line up the slot in the printed circuit board with the blocked-off part of the cable connec-

tor.

If you are connecting a 3.5” floppy drive, you may have trouble determin- ing which pin is number one. Look for a number printed on the circuit board indicating pin number one. In addition, the connector on the floppy drive may have a slot. When the slot is up, pin number one should be on the right. Check the documentation that came with the drive for more information.

If you desire, connect the B: drive to the connectors in the middle of the cable as described above.

In case you need to make your own cable, you can find the pin assign- ments for the board’s connector in Appendix A.

2.15 IDE connector(CN25, CN24)

The POD-6552 provides two IDE channels to which you can attach up to four Enhanced Integrated Device Electronics hard disk drives or CDROM to the POD-6552’s internal controller. The POD-6552's IDE controller uses a PCI interface. This advanced IDE controller supports faster data transfer, PIO Mode 3 or Mode 4, UDMA 33 mode.

2.15.1 Connecting the hard drive

Connecting drives is done in a daisy-chain fashion. It requires one of two cables (not included in this package), depending on the drive size. 1.8" and 2.5" drives need a 1 x 44-pin to 2 x 44-pin flat-cable connector. 3.5" drives use a 1 x 44-pin to 2 x 40-pin connector.

Wire number 1 on the cable is red or blue, and the other wires are gray.

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Intel POD-6552 user manual IDE connectorCN25, CN24, Connecting the floppy drive, Connecting the hard drive

POD-6552 specifications

The Intel POD-6552 is an advanced piece of technology developed by Intel designed to deliver high-performance computing capabilities. A significant advancement in Intel’s lineup, the POD-6552 integrates numerous features, making it attractive to both enterprise-level and individual users seeking superior processing power.

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Another important aspect of the POD-6552 is the support for Intel’s advanced Hyper-Threading technology. This feature allows each core to handle two threads simultaneously, effectively doubling the number of tasks the processor can manage at the same time. As a result, applications that leverage multi-threading can achieve improved performance and responsiveness.

The POD-6552 also incorporates Intel's latest Turbo Boost technology. This allows the processor to dynamically increase its clock speed during high-demand scenarios to enhance performance when needed. This feature is particularly beneficial for tasks that require bursts of performance without constant high energy consumption, ultimately contributing to better efficiency.

In terms of connectivity, the Intel POD-6552 supports PCIe 4.0, providing users with faster data transfer rates and improved overall system responsiveness. The enhanced bandwidth of PCIe 4.0 is crucial for applications that require rapid communication between the CPU and other components, such as GPUs and storage devices.

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Overall, the Intel POD-6552 combines cutting-edge technologies and features that cater to a wide range of computing needs. Whether for gaming, content creation, or data analysis, the capabilities of this processor ensure a seamless and efficient user experience. Its balance of power, efficiency, and security marks it as a significant addition to Intel's family of processors, suitable for both personal and professional applications.