MSI MS-6198 User Manual

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
Chapter 1
INTRODUCTION
The MS-6198 Micro ATX VA3 mainboard is a high-performance computer
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mainboard based on VIA VT82C694X chipset. The MS-6198 is designed
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for the Intel Celeron or Coppermine(FC-PGA) processor for inexpensive
business/personal desktop markets.
The Apollo Pro133A (VT82C694X) is a Socket-370 system logic north bridge
with the addition of 133 MHz capability for both the CPU and SDRAM
interfaces. Apollo Pro133A may be used to implement both desktop and
notebook personal computer systems from 66MHz to 133MHz based on
Socket-370 (Intel Celeron processors). The primary features of the Apollo
Pro133A-North Bridge are: Slot-1 or Socket-370 CPU (Front Side Bus)
Interface (66 / 100 / 133MHz), SDRAM Memory Interface (66 / 100 /
133MHz), AGP Bus Interface (66MHz), PCI Bus Interface (33MHz), Mobile
Power Management.
The VT82C686A 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.
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