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VIA PLE133T Chipset |
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The VIA Apollo PLE133T chipset delivers scalability and performance
on a cost-effective, integrated chipset platform designed for the
specific needs of the Value PC, Information PC and Internet Appliance
market segments.
The VIA Apollo PLE133T combines integrated AGP 4X graphics and AC'97
audio capabilities with support for PC133 SDRAM to provide a highly
scalable solution for building Value PCs using the industry standard
Socket 370 platform. The VIA Apollo PLE133T is also fully compatible
with both the Intel® Pentium® III and Intel® Celeron™ processors,
as well as the VIA C3® processor. Its support for PC133 SDRAM ensures
memory bandwidth for Internet applications at minimal cost. In combination
with the VIA VT82C686B South Bridge Controller, the VIA PLE133T includes
integrated 10/100 BaseT Ethernet and home PNA controller, AC'97 audio,
MC'97 modem, Super I/O, hardware monitoring capabilities, and support
for four USB ports, ATA-100, and Advanced Power Management.
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Features
of VIA PLE133T
Features |
Benefits |
133MHz Memory Bus
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PC133 SDRAM offers the bandwidth necessary to squeeze
great performance out of the latest generation processors and multimedia
software applications. |
| Flexible 66/100/133MHz Front Side Bus Settings |
The VIA Apollo PLE133T's 66/100/133 MHz Front Side
Bus is optimized for a full range of Intel®Tualatin, Intel®
Pentium® III Intel® Celeron™, and VIA C3® processors, allowing
OEMs and system builders to choose the processor that best fits
their target price point. |
| Integrated AGP Graphics Engine |
Delivers rich AGP graphics capabilities for demanding
software and Internet multimedia applications with comprehensive
driver support. |
ATA 66 Support
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Enhances PC system responsiveness through high-speed
HDD connections. |
| 10/100 BaseT Ethernet Controller |
Minimizes the cost of high-speed LAN or cable modem
connections.* |
| AC'97 Audio |
Provides cost-effective solution for delivering
high-quality audio capabilities.** |
| MC'97 Modem |
Enables low-cost connectivity to the Internet through
an AMR fax/modem module. |
| Support for Four USB Ports |
Provides convenient plug and play connections to
the growing number of USB peripherals and enables Legacy Free system
designs. |
*Requires integrated PHY on board
**Requires onboard audio Codec or ACR expansion slot on the
motherboard. |
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Key Features
» Supports Intel® Celeron™, Intel® Pentium™ III (including
Tualatin), and VIA C3® processors
» 66/100/133MHz FSB settings
» Integrated AGP 4X graphics core
» Support for PC100/133 SDRAM
» Support for Advanced Communications Riser (ACR)
» Integrated AC'97, MC'97 Audio/Modem
» Integrated 10/100Mb BaseT Ethernet controller or 1/10Mb Home
PNA
» Support for ATA 33/66
» 4 USB ports, UHCI compliant
» Integrated Super I/O
» Support for LPC (Low Pin Count) bus Support for CRT, Digital
Flat Panel and TV display
» Integrated hardware monitoring
» Advanced power management capabilities
» 510-pin BGA VT8602 North Bridge
» 376-pin BGA VT82C686B South Bridge
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