SOYO SY-P4I845PEISA manual Onboard Serial Ports, Onboard Parallel Ports, Dma

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BIOS Setup Utility

 

 

SY-P4I845PEISA/GEISA

 

Onboard Serial Ports

 

 

 

 

 

 

Setting

Description

Note

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Onboard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disabled

 

 

 

 

Serial Port 1 /

 

3F8/IRQ4

Choose serial port 1 & 2's I/O

Default

 

 

 

 

 

Serial Port 2

 

 

address.

(port 1)

 

 

 

 

2F8/IRQ3

Do not set port 1 & 2 to the

Default

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

same setting except for Disabled

(port 2)

 

 

 

 

3E8/IRQ4

or Auto.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2E8/IRQ3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auto

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UART Mode

 

Normal

The second serial port offers

Default

 

 

Select

 

IrDA

several special modes. It can

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASKIR

either work as an infrared device

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(IrDA, ASKIR) or as a Smart

 

 

 

 

 

SCR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Card reader (SCR).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If [UART Mode Select] is set to [IrDA]/[ASKIR]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UR2 Duplex

 

Half

Choose [Half] or [Duplex] to set

Default

 

 

Mode

 

Full

UR2 in half duplex mode or full

 

 

 

 

 

 

duplex mode respectively. Refer

 

 

 

 

 

 

to your IR device specifications

 

 

 

 

 

 

to select the suitable mode.

 

 

Onboard Parallel Ports

 

 

 

Setting

Description

Note

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Onboard Parallel

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disabled

Choose the printer I/O

 

 

Port

 

378/IRQ7

address.

Default

 

 

 

3BC/IRQ7

 

 

 

 

 

278/IRQ5

 

 

 

Parallel Port Mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPP

The mode depends on your

Default

 

 

 

EPP

external device that

 

 

 

 

ECP

connects to this port.

 

 

 

 

ECP+EPP

 

 

 

If [Parallel Port Mode] is set to [ECP] mode

 

 

ECP Mode use

 

3

Choose DMA3

Default

 

DMA

 

1

Choose DMA1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SOYO SY-P4I845PEISA manual Onboard Serial Ports, Onboard Parallel Ports, Dma

SY-P4I845PEISA specifications

The SOYO SY-P4I845PEISA is a highly regarded motherboard that has made a mark in the realm of computer enthusiasts and builders. Designed to support Intel processors, this motherboard harnesses the power of the Intel 845PE chipset, which is optimized for high performance and reliability.

One of the standout features of the SY-P4I845PEISA is its compatibility with Intel’s Pentium 4 processors, enabling users to push their systems to impressive speeds. The motherboard supports a front-side bus speed of up to 800 MHz, allowing for seamless data transfer and efficient multitasking capabilities. Coupled with its advanced memory architecture, which supports DDR SDRAM up to 2GB, it ensures that users can run demanding applications and games without experiencing latency issues.

In terms of connectivity, the SY-P4I845PEISA is equipped with an impressive array of slots and ports. It features five PCI slots, providing ample room for expansion cards such as graphics cards, sound cards, and network cards. Additionally, the motherboard includes an AGP 8X slot, which is crucial for gamers looking to achieve high frame rates and stunning graphics in their gaming experience. The inclusion of both USB 2.0 and onboard LAN ensures that users can connect to various peripherals and networks effortlessly.

Storage capabilities are another strong suit for the SY-P4I845PEISA. The motherboard is designed with IDE RAID support, which allows users to configure multiple hard drives in RAID arrays for enhanced performance and data redundancy. Furthermore, it provides Serial ATA (SATA) support, reflecting the technological advancements of the time and offering faster data transfer rates over traditional IDE connections.

The SY-P4I845PEISA also emphasizes system stability and durability. It comes equipped with several onboard diagnostic features, such as power management and fan monitoring, enabling users to keep their systems running efficiently and maintaining optimum thermal performance. The dual BIOS feature serves as an additional safety net, allowing users to recover from potential BIOS failures.

Overall, the SOYO SY-P4I845PEISA is a well-rounded motherboard that combines features, technology, and reliability. Whether for gamers, professionals, or everyday users, it presents an excellent choice for building a high-performance desktop system that can accommodate modern computing needs. Its balance of expansion options, support for powerful processors, and solid build quality makes it a noteworthy contender in the motherboard market.