VIA Technologies VB8001, Operating Manual

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VB8001 Operating Guide
October 16, 2008 - 1 - Version 1.0
VIA VB8001 Overview
The VIA VB8001 Mini-ITX Mainboard is an ultra compact native x86 platform optimized for entry
level systems in embedded and productivity applications. The mainboard is based on the VIA
CN896 chipset featuring the VIA Chrome9™ HC IGP with 2D/3D graphics and video accelerators for
rich digital media performance.
The VIA VB8001 onboard VIA Nano 1.6 GHz NanoBGA2 processor is a powerful, secure, and
efficient processor with its included VIA Padlock Security Engine, VIA CoolStream™ Architecture,
VIA StepAhead™ Technology Suite, and VIA TwinTurbo™ technology.
The VIA VB8001 includes sizeable support of up to 4 GB of 667 MHz DDR2 memory and native
support for SATA (3 Gbps) storage devices. The VIA VB8001 provides support for high fidelity
audio with its included VIA VT1708A High Definition Audio codec. High-bandwidth connectivity is
supported with the included two USB 2.0 ports, Gigabit Ethernet port, and COM port on the back
panel.
The VIA VB8001 can be implemented in a wide range of embedded and media applications with its
host of included onboard connectors. It supports for up to two SATA (3 Gbps) devices in RAID and
non-RAID configurations. The VIA VB8001 can be further enhanced with an external PCI Express
graphics card via its 16-lane PCI Express slot and a host of other expandability options.
The VIA VB8001 is compatible with a full range of Mini-ITX chassis as well as FlexATX and
MicroATX enclosures and power supplies. The VIA VB8001 is fully compatible with Microsoft
®
and
Linux operating systems and is available in a variety of configurations.