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Intel i848P mainboard for Intel Socket 478 processor User's Guide
This guide covers the essential steps to install and configure the Intel 1848P motherboard, including CPU installation, DDR memory insertion, and adding VGA or PCI cards. It also details the board's hardware features such as the integrated LAN controller, audio codec, and expansion slots.
Additional sections explain how to enable Hyper‑Threading, update the BIOS, and use the rear I/O ports. The document includes diagrams, safety warnings, and troubleshooting tips to help users get their system up and running quickly.
Intel Socket 478 specifications
| Processor support | Socket 478 Intel Pentium 4 up to 3.4 GHz, FSB 533/800 MHz |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel 848P + ICH5 |
| BIOS | Flash EEPROM with Award BIOS, ACPI v2.0 compliant |
| LAN controller | Realtek RTL8100C Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) |
| Audio codec | Realtek ALC655 AC’97 CODEC, six‑channel analog/digital output |
| Expansion slots | 1 × AGP v3.0 (1.5 V, 8X), 5 × PCI v2.2 with Bus Master, 1 × CNR |
| Form factor | ATX, 305 mm × 205 mm |
Source: Intel i848P mainboard for Intel Socket 478 processor User's Guide
All Intel Socket 478 documents by type
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- Intel Socket 478 CPU Intel 865PE Chipsets Manual 92 p
- Intel Socket 478 845PE Chipset User Manual 88 p
- Intel 848P Socket 478 CPU User Manual 92 p
- Intel 875P Socket 478 Motherboard User Manual 88 p
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- Intel Socket 478 Mainboard User Manual 102 p
- A Intel Socket 478 Processor Based mainboard (400/533MHz) Supports PC2100/2700 Memory Modules User's Manual 100 p
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- Intel Socket 478 Processor Based Mainboard User Manual 96 p
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- Intel Socket 478 Processor Based Mainboard User Manual 100 p
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Questions answered in these manuals
What chipset does the mainboard use?
The board uses the Intel 845PE chipset, which includes the Memory Controller Hub, I/O Controller Hub, and Firmware Hub.
From: Intel Socket 478 Processor Based Mainboard User Manual
Which memory types and capacities are supported?
It supports DDR SDRAM at 200, 266, or 333 MHz with a maximum capacity of 2 GB.
From: Intel Socket 478 Processor Based Mainboard User Manual
Which BIOS power‑saving feature is supported?
The BIOS includes the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) function.
What CPU does the motherboard support?
It supports Pentium 4 processors with a 478‑pin package.
What type of memory can be installed?
The board accepts PC1600, PC2100, and PC2700 DDR memory modules (DDR200/266/333/333+).
What type of memory is supported?
The board supports DDR‑400 memory modules.