Firmware Hub allows the system and video BIOS to be stored
(eliminating the need for non-volatile CMOS memory) for faster
execution, and provides a random number generator to enable strong
encryption routines.
Inexpensive Memory
The board has two DIMM sockets for the installation of 168-pin, 3.3V
non-buffered DIMM memory modules. The DIMM memory modules must
be installed with SDRAM memory chips. The KOB 810e FSFx board
supports a memory bus of 100 MHz and 133 MHz. Each installed
memory module can be populated with 8 MB up to 256 MB of memory,
so a maximum total of 512 MB memory can be installed. The integrated
video system uses a shared memory architecture so that you must
reserve some of the installed memory as video memory using the
system BIOS. You must install at least one memory module, and the first
memory module is installed in DIMM1.
Highly Integrated Design
As well as the Intel 810e chipset, the KOB 810e FSFx features other
highly integrated silicon chips. The ITE LPC I/O controller handles the
mainboard’s I/O functions. The CMI 8738/PCI C3DX is a two-chip
solution that provides an integrated audio and fax/modem system.
Built-in AGP 3D-Graphics
The Intel 810e chipset includes an integrated AGP controller that is
optimized for smooth 2D and 3D video. The graphics system shares
active memory and does not require dedicated video memory. Video is
delivered through a regular 15-pin connector.
Built-in PCI 3D Sound
The PCI Audio CMI 8738 is a single chip solution for PCI-bus 3D audio.
The chip provides Sound Blaster 16-bit-compatible audio, plus support
for Microsoft’s DirectSound 3D specification and Aureal A3D interface.
The sound ports include jacks for speakers, microphone and stereo in,
and a game/MIDI port. The audio system supports full duplex operation
and drivers are available for WIN 95/98 and WIN NT 4.0. The audio
system can output sound to 4 loudspeakers.
Built-in V.90 Fax/modem (DAA Module is optional)
The KOB 810e FSFx mainboard has a built-in 56 Kbps fax/modem that
supports the V.90 protocol. The chip is integrated with the built-in audio
system to support voice as well as data transmissions. In order to use
the built-in fax/modem, you must install a DAA module that supplies the
RJ11 sockets for LINE and TELEPHONE.
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