Asus A7V266-E VIA KT266A socket A DDR

Thursday, December 13, 2001


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Introduction

The A7V266-E incorporates the VIA KT266A chipset to support AMD® socket A processors, as well as high-bandwidth DDR (double data rate) memory. The result is a motherboard that delivers optimal performance and features to fulfill the performance potential of AMD® socket A processors.

DDR Memory Support

The A7V266-E supports up to 3GB of high-speed DDR ( Double Data Rate) PC2100/PC1600 SDRAM for a peak bandwidth of 2.1 GB/s. The ultra-fast 266 MHz memory bus provides enhanced system performance for intense gaming and multimedia applications.


6-Channel Onboard Audio (Optional)

Experience high-quality 6-channel 3D surround audio with the optional C-Media CMI8738 audio controller. This unique chip eliminates the cost of an additional soundcard and adds dynamic realism to your favorite MP3s or DVDs.


Onboard RAID (Optional)

Enhanced hard disk performance and features such as IDE RAID O (striping) and RAID 1 (mirror) are enabled via an onboard Promise RAID controller.


Integrated 10/100 LAN (Optional)

A Realtek LAN controller ensures convenient connectivity to your network, SOHO, and broadband.


High Performance Standards

An AGP Pro/4X slot and an ULTRA-DMA 33/66/100 interface allows support of the most advanced graphics cards and hard drives.


Easy Overclocking

ASUS A7V266-E offers the most overclocking options available to maximize your system performance.

Easy DIP Switch or JumperfreeTM overclocking from BIOS
Flexible CPU Core Voltage Adjustments in 0.05V increments over defaults
Accurate 1MHz adjustments of system-bus-frequency
Adjustable VIO memory voltage
Adjustable FSB/PCI/MEM ratio
Rock-solid stability


Expandability

The A7V266-E comes equipped with an ACR interface that supports software modem and audio technologies via a modem/audio riser card. An AGP Pro slot supports AGP4X and professional VGA cards for advanced workstations. The A7V266-E is ultra expandable with five standard PCI interfaces and connections for up to six USB ports.


ASUS Reliability

All ASUS motherboards are designed and tested to meet the highest quality standards. Responsive customer support and frequent BIOS and driver updates ensure the fastest, most reliable performance. All ASUS motherboards are backed by a 3-year limited warranty.


Comprehensive Software Bundle

All ASUS motherboards include a valuable software bundle of popular third party programs that will enable you to enjoy the full capabilities of your ASUS product:

Trend MicroTM PC-cillin 2000 Retail anti-virus program
ASUS PC Health Monitoring and ASUS PC Probe
Cyberlink® PowerPlayer SETM, Video Live MailTM Retail


Spec Summary

Supports Socket A Athlon XP/Athlon/Duron processors
200/266MHz Front-Side-Bus (FSB)
VIA KT266A VT8366 North Bridge chipset with VT8233 South Bridge
3 DIMM slots support up to 3GB PC1600/PC2100 DDR SDRAM
Ultra-DMA 33/66/100
AGP Pro slot with AGP4X support
Up to six USB Ports, five PCI slots, one AMR shared slot, two serial ports, one parallel port
Optional C-Media CMI8738 6-Channel audio controller
Optional Promise RAID controller
Wake-On-LAN, Wake-On-Ring, Chassis Intrusion support
Smart Card Reader (SCR) interface support
ASUS PC Health MonitoringTM and ASUS PC ProbeTM software

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