SOYO SY-7VCA user manual Microprocessor Packaging, Second Level Cache, Microprocessor Upgrades

Motherboard Description SY-7VCA

1-7 MICROPROCESSOR

The motherboard supports a single Socket 370 processor. The processor’s VID pins automatically program the voltage regulator on the motherboard to the required processor voltage. In addition, the front side bus speed (100 MHz and 133 MHz) is automatically selected. The motherboard supports all current Socket 370 processor speeds, voltages, and bus frequencies.

1-7.1 Microprocessor Packaging

The CPU is packaged in a 370 pin PGA package. A fan must be used to ensure adequate cooling.

1-7.2 Second Level Cache

The second-level cache is located on the substrate of the CPU package. The cache includes 0KB/128KB or 512 KB of synchronous pipelined burst static RAM. All supported onboard memory can be cached.

1-7.3 Microprocessor Upgrades

The motherboard can be upgraded with Socket 370 processors that run at higher speeds. When upgrading the processor, use the BIOS configuration mode to change the processor speed.

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