Chapter 1. Introduction - MSI 694T Pro User Manual

Chapter 1.
Introduction
The 694T Pro (MS-6309 v5.X) ATX mainboard is a high-performance
computer mainboard based on VIA
(MS-6309 V5.X) is optimized to support the whole series of new generation
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Intel Pentium III (FC-PGA/FC-PGA2) processor for high-end business/
personal desktop market.
The Apollo Pro133T chipset consists of the VT82C694T North
Bridge and the VT82C686B South Bridge. The VT82C694T is a Socket-370
system logic north bridge with the addition of 133 MHz capability for both
the CPU and SDRAM interfaces. It may be used to implement desktop
computer systems from 66MHz to 133MHz based on Socket-370. The
primary features of the VT82C694T are: Socket-370 CPU (Front Side Bus)
Interface (66 / 100 / 133MHz), DRAM Memory Interface (66 / 100 / 133MHz),
AGP Bus Interface (66MHz), PCI Bus Interface (33MHz).
The VT82C686B PSIPC (PCI Super-I/O Integrated Peripheral
Controller) is a high integration, high performance, power-efficient, and high
compatibility device that supports Intel and non-Intel based processor to
PCI bus bridge functionality to make a complete Microsoft PC99-compliant
PCI/ISA system.
This chapter includes the following topics:
Mainboard Specification
Mainboard Layout
Quick Components Guide
Key Features
MSI Special Features
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Apollo Pro133T chipset. The 694T Pro
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