Preface | Sony AR-B1474, DX4, 486DX manual

AR-B1474 User¡¦s Guide

0.PREFACE

0.1 COPYRIGHT NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER

September 1995

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0.2 WELCOME TO THE AR-B1474 SERIAL CPU BOARD

This guide introduces the Acrosser AR-B1474 serial CPU board.

Use the information describes this card’ s functions, features, and how to start, set up and operate your AR-B1474 serial CPU board. You also could find general system information here.

0.3 BEFORE YOU USE THIS GUIDE

If you have not already installed this AR-B1474, refer to the Chapter 3, “Setting Up the System” in this guide. Check the packing list, make sure the accessories in the package.

AR-B1474 diskette provides the newest information about the card. Please refer to the README.DOC file of the enclosed utility diskette. It contains the modification and hardware & software information, and adding the description or modification of product function after manual published.

0.4 RETURNING YOUR BOARD FOR SERVICE

If your board requires servicing, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product for service information. If you need to ship your board to us for service, be sure it is packed in a protective carton. We recommend that you keep the original shipping container for this purpose.

You can help assure efficient servicing of your product by following these guidelines:

1.Include your name, address, telephone and facsimile number where you may be reached during the day.

2.A description of the system configuration and/or software at the time is malfunction.

3.A brief description is in the symptoms.

0.5TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND USER COMMENTS

User’ s comments are always welcome as they assist us in improving the usefulness of our products and the understanding of our publications. They form a very important part of the input used for product enhancement and revision.

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DX4, AR-B1474, 486DX specifications

The Sony 486DX, AR-B1474, and DX4 are notable examples of advanced computing technologies from the early to mid-1990s, a time when personal computers were rapidly evolving to meet increasing user demands. These systems played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of modern computing.

The Sony 486DX is built around the popular Intel 80486 microprocessor, which was a significant step up from its predecessor, the 386. The 486DX featured a 32-bit architecture and introduced integrated cache memory, which greatly enhanced data processing speeds and overall system performance. Operating at clock speeds typically ranging from 25 to 100 MHz, the 486DX models provided a solid foundation for running more sophisticated software applications and advanced games of the era.

Accompanying the 486DX was the AR-B1474 motherboard, designed to maximize the potential of the 486 architecture. This motherboard featured support for up to 512 KB of level 2 cache memory, further boosting performance for data-heavy tasks. The AR-B1474 also included extensive connectivity options, with ISA slots for legacy devices, as well as support for EISA, making it compatible with a wide range of hardware peripherals. This versatility made the AR-B1474 a popular choice among builders of custom desktop PCs during its time.

The DX4, another significant milestone, built upon the 486 architecture by introducing a clock-doubling technique. By effectively allowing the processor to perform operations at up to three times its base clock speed (typically 75 or 100 MHz), the DX4 could handle even more demanding applications, thereby providing users with significant performance improvements without requiring a complete overhaul of their systems.

Both the 486DX and DX4 processors facilitated advancements in multimedia capabilities, with improved graphics rendering and audio performance that supported CD-ROMs and early gaming technologies. This made them particularly appealing to consumers looking for a versatile machine for both work and entertainment.

Overall, the combination of the Sony 486DX, AR-B1474 motherboard, and DX4 processor exemplifies a significant chapter in computing history, showcasing how hardware advancements seamlessly integrated with user needs for performance and flexibility. As these technologies laid the groundwork for future innovations, they remain noteworthy for their contributions to the evolution of personal computing.

Sony AR-B1474, DX4, 486DX manual Preface

Models: DX4 AR-B1474 486DX