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STMicroelectronics RIVA128ZX 128-Bit 3D Multimedia Accelerator Datasheet
The RIVA128ZX is a 128-bit 3D multimedia accelerator designed for the mainstream PC graphics market, meeting Microsoft's PG'97 requirements. It combines the features of the RIVA 128 with 8MByte SDRAM and SGRAM-based framestore support and AGP 2X data transfer capabilities. The device offers advanced Direct3D acceleration, high-performance 2D/GUI/DirectDraw acceleration, and video acceleration for DirectDraw/DirectVideo, MPEG-1/2, and Indeo.
The document details the device's architecture, including its balanced PC system configuration, host interface, 2D and 3D engine specifications, video processor, and video port features. It covers interfaces such as the Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP), PCI 2.1 local bus, framebuffer interface for SDRAM/SGRAM, and video playback architecture. Additionally, it provides electrical specifications, package dimensions for the 300-pin PBGA package, and ordering information.
STMicroelectronics 128ZX specifications
| Internal Bus Bandwidth | 1.6 GByte/s |
|---|---|
| Bus Width | 128-bit |
| Clock Frequency | 250MHz |
| Maximum Resolution | 1600x1200@85Hz |
| Package Type | 300 PBGA |
| Process Technology | 0.35 micron SLM CMOS |
| AGP Interface | AGP 1.0 Interface supporting 133MHz 2X data transfer mode |
Source: STMicroelectronics RIVA128ZX 128-Bit 3D Multimedia Accelerator Datasheet
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum resolution supported by the RIVA128ZX?
The device supports a maximum resolution of 1600x1200 at 85Hz.
From: STMicroelectronics RIVA128ZX 128-Bit 3D Multimedia Accelerator Datasheet
Does the RIVA128ZX support AGP 2X?
Yes, it includes AGP 2X data transfer capabilities.
From: STMicroelectronics RIVA128ZX 128-Bit 3D Multimedia Accelerator Datasheet
What is the maximum resolution supported by the Palette-DAC?
The Palette-DAC supports up to 1600x1200 resolution at 85Hz.
From: STMicroelectronics RIVA 128ZX 128-Bit 3D Multimedia Accelerator Datasheet
Does the RIVA 128ZX support SGRAM?
Yes, it features a 128-bit wide 8MByte SGRAM framebuffer interface.
From: STMicroelectronics RIVA 128ZX 128-Bit 3D Multimedia Accelerator Datasheet
