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VIA
Apollo PLE133
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Powerful & Scaleable Integrated Platform
With its rich built-in AGP2X graphics capabilities, flexible FSB
settings, and support for PC133 DRAM, the VIA Apollo PLE133 chipset
delivers excellent levels of 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.
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With its
133MHz Front Side Bus, the VIA Apollo PLE133 chipset optimizes the
performance of the Intel Pentium™III and VIA C3™ processors
while its integrated Trident Blade3D AGP graphics engine delivers rich
graphics capabilities for running 2D/3D software and Internet applications.
Its highly scaleable asynchronous bus design also makes it the ideal
solution for Intel® Pentium® III and Intel® Celeron™ processors running at
66/106/133MHz FSB speeds. With an advanced memory controller architecture,
the VIA Apollo PLE133 chipset supports up to 1.0GB of high-speed PC133 SDRAM
and VC133 DRAM. These advanced memory technologies provide the bandwidth and
performance necessary for even the most demanding Internet and 3D graphics
applications.
Further
integrated multimedia & connectivity features
that help
minimize the cost of building Value PCs and Internet Appliances without
sacrificing features and performance include an integrated 10/100 BaseT
Ethernet controller, AC-97 audio, MC-97 modem, Super I/O, hardware
monitoring capabilities, plus support for four USB ports, ATA 100, and
advanced power management. |
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Features and Benefits Summary
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Feature |
Benefits |
133MHz Memory Bus
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Maximizes the performance of Value PCs and Internet Appliances at
minimal extra cost through support for high-speed PC133 SDRAM and
Virtual Channel RAM. |
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Flexible 66/100/133MHz Front Side Bus Settings |
Optimizes the performance of a complete range of Intel®
Pentium®
III, Intel®
Celeron™™, and the VIA C3™ processors running at a variety of FSB
speeds. |
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Trident Blade3D AGP Graphics Engine |
Delivers rich AGP graphics capabilities for demanding software and
Internet multimedia applications with comprehensive driver support. |
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ATA-100 Support |
Enhances PC system responsiveness through high-speed HDD connections.
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10/100 BaseT Ethernet Controller |
Minimizes the cost of high-speed LAN or cable modem connections.* |
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AC-97 Audio |
Provides cost-effective solution for delivering high-quality audio
capabilities.** |
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MC-97 Modem |
Enables low-cost connectivity to the Internet through an AMR fax/modem
module. |
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Support for Four USB Ports |
Provides convenient plug and play connections to the growing number of
USB peripherals and enables Legacy Free system designs. |
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Requires integrated PHY on board
** Requires onboard audio CODEC or ACR
expansion slot on motherboard |
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