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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 –
Congratulations!
You’re now the owner of the most advanced dual AMD processor solution – Tiger MPX. Based on
the AMD 760MPX chipset, the Tiger MPX offers you all the latest features of a cutting-edge
platform along with the security of having the most reliable computing platform. Supporting Athlon
MP processors (and Athlon XP processors in single mode), the Tiger MPX opens a whole new
computing dimension. Whether operating in single mode or symmetrical processing mode, Tiger
MPX offers a plethora of expansion options previously unavailable.
Tiger MPX is an integrated motherboard with features such as dual channel UltraATA-100, and
optional 10/100Mbit Ethernet. Users who demand the most in speed and bandwidth will
appreciate the native support for 64-bit, 66MHz PCI slots as well as 32-bit, 33MHz PCI and 4X
AGP.
Offering features that supercede the competition, Tiger MPX enables connectivity right out of the
box. Using the optionally equipped 10/100Mbit Ethernet port, you’re able to get connected in no
time at all. Whether it’s to the Internet or a LAN, Tiger MPX has you covered in virtually all
directions.
The Tiger MPX supports up to 4GB* of Registered ECC PC2100/1600 DDR SDRAM.
*The AMD -760 MPX requires a portion of memory to be reserved for PCI devices. Allocation for these devices is
dependent on the number of PCI devices installed, and option ROM for each device. Common configurations
will see 3.5GB to 3.8GB of available memory.
Remember to visit TYAN’s Website at
http://www.tyan.com
. There you can find information on all
of TYAN’s products with FAQs, distributors list and BIOS setting explanations.
1.2 – Hardware Specifications
Processor
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Dual PGA462 ZIF sockets
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Supports single AMD Athlon MP (single or
dual) and Athlon XP (single only) processors
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Two onboard VRMs
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Front-side bus support for 200/266MHz
Chipset
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AMD 760MPX Chipset
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AMD 762 System Controller
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AMD 768 Peripheral Bus Controller
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Winbond 83627 Super I/O ASIC
Memory
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Four 2.5v 184-pin DIMM sockets
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Supports up to 4GB* of Registered
PC2100/1600 DDR SDRAM (DIMM slots 1
and 2 may be used for up to 2GB of
Unregistered/Unbuffered memory)
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Supports ECC (72-bit) memory
Expansion
Slots
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2 64-bit/66MHz (both 3.3v) PCI slots (v2.2
Spec)
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4 32-bit/33MHz 5v PCI slots (v2.2 Spec)
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1 4X AGP slot (also accepts 1X and 2X AGP
cards)
Integrated PCI IDE
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Dual-channel UItraATA-100
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Up to four E-IDE drives
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Support for PIO/DMA/ATAPI devices
Integrated I/O
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One floppy connector supports up to two
drives
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Two 9-pin 16550-based serial ports
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One 25-pin SPP/ECP/EPP parallel port
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Four USB v.1.1 ports (two via optional cable)
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PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports
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One RJ-45 LAN port with LEDs (optional)
