Syntax - S8601MP - VIA Socket 370 microATX Motherboard with Audio, Video, USB 1.1, AMR, WOL and 10/100Mbps Ethernet LAN Support with integrated VIA C3 1.2Giga Pro Processor
Syntax S8601MP VIA Socket 370 microATX Motherboard
The Syntax S8601MP Mainboard has all the features you need to develop a powerful multimedia workstation. The S8601MP mainboard is a compact microATX size and has a power connector for an ATX power supply.
The S8601MP uses the VIA VT133 chipset, and integrates a 3D Graphics Accelerator and Ultra DMA 33/66/100 function. This board has built-in AC '97 CODEC, provides an AMR slot to support Audio and Modem applications and has built-in 10/100Mbps LAN interface. The S8601MP has an integrated VIA Samuel2 1.2Giga Pro processor running with 133MHz FSB.
Specifications
Processor Interface:
Socket 370
Form Factor:
MicroATX
Processors Supported:
Integrated VIA C3 Samuel2 1.2Giga Pro @ 133MHz FSB
Front Side Bus:
133MHz
Northbridge:
VIA PLE133T
Southbridge:
VIA 82C686B
Memory Supported:
PC133/PC100 SDRAM
Number of Pins:
168-Pin
Number of Slots:
2
Maximum Memory Supported:
1GB
Channels:
2 Channels
Audio Chipset:
AC '97 CODEC
VIA VT1612A
Video Chipset:
VIA VT82C686B
Rending Ability:
2D Hardware Acceleration
3D Rendering
LAN Type:
10/100 Mbps
PCI Slots:
3
PS/2 Keyboard Connectors:
1
PS/2 Mouse Connectors:
1
Serial Communication Ports:
1
Parallel Ports:
1
USB Ports:
4
LAN Ports:
1
Audio Out Jacks:
1
IDE Headers:
2
FDD Headers:
1
ATX Power Connectors:
1
Fan Connectors:
2
VGA Ports:
1
Length:
9.516 in. (24.4 cm)
Width:
7.410 in. (19 cm)
Detailed Features
A Closer Look
Socket This motherboard features an integrated Socket 370 design. Integration binds the processor to the board. You will not be able to upgrade the processor.
Chipset
The S8601MP motherboard is based on the VIA PLE133T Northbridge chipset and the VIA VT82C686B Southbridge chipset.
Memory Expansion
The S8601MP provides 2 DIMM sockets using 168-pin SDRAM with a total capacity of up to 1GB.
IDE
The S8601MP includes built in IDE facilities that support Ultra ATA 100 and PIO 4 mode.
LAN
The S8601MP comes with a LAN chip (VIA) and provides a back panel LAN port. Ethernet 10/100Mbps LAN Network Connection Provides high-quality 10/100 Ethernet performance for value-minded users who need straight forward network connectivity. Ensure a high-speed, stable solution for new broadband era.
Audio
The S8601MP comes with an AC '97 Sound CODEC which supports high quality audio.
Customer Reviews and Rating
Customer Rating:
5
Customer Reviews:
6
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Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
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Reviewer:
Biglittlejimbo1 on
Feb 22, 2004 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
un i just got this board and it is fun. my system loves it and does not miss the old wires i took out of it to plug in this new motherboard. wow what a fun, fun board.
Reviewer:
Anonymous
on
Feb 20, 2004 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
what a deal.. and its great for linux... i love it..
Reviewer:
Anonymous
on
Feb 19, 2004 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
good buy. installed very easly and worked the first time. also it says 1.2 giga pro and windows XP home says its only an 800mhz. this is very good for a buget buyer or some one with little money.
Reviewer:
Ramsey on
Feb 19, 2004 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
I got this as a replacement for a machine that wouldn't boot reliably. Best news is that it now boots. It's also good that the price was right and it's noticably faster than the old one.
The board dropped right in. I connected the existing disk, memory, etc. and it booted (Win2k).
It took several reboots before all the new drivers were loaded and the system decided what to do about the old (nonexistant) boards, but it's now happy and so am I.
Reviewer:
Anonymous
on
Feb 14, 2004 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Very good value as the CPU or board would usually cost more than $36. Installed without problems on Windows 2000. Also, the Via C3 Samuel2 processor uses only about 12 watts, so you won't have to worry too much about the CPU burning out!
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12 months parts;
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11 )
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