Asus D700-NIB - Manual (Page 18)

1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.4 Special features
Latest processor technology
The P4B-M motherboard supports the latest Intel Pentium 4 478/
Northwood Processor, also known as P4, via a 478-pin surface mount ZIF
socket. The Pentium 4 processor utlizes the advanced 0.18 micron
processor core in FC-PGA2 package for a 2.0GHz frequency, while the
Northwood processor uses the 0.13 micron processor core with 512KB L2
cache for up to a speedy 2.4GHz frequency. The P4 offers optimized
performance for audio, video, and Internet applications.
PCI-based HRTF 3D positional audio
Audio models include the C-Media CMI8738 audio chip with high speed
PCI V2.1 bus controller. The audio chip supports the legacy audio
SBPRO™, FM emulator/DLS Wave music synthesis, and HRTF 3D
positional audio functions. The CMI8738 meets PC99 requirements and
supports the 24-bit SPDIF In (0.5V~5V) and SPDIF Out (44.1K and 48K
formats) digital audio interface.
Digital audio interface
On audio models, a digital audio connector is onboard to accommodate an
optional Sony-Philips Digital Interface (SPDIF) In/Out module, which
supports coaxial and optical interfaces. Experience 5.1-channel surround
sound and enhanced 3D audio while playing your favorite DVDs and
computer games.
Onboard LAN
The motherboard incorporates the RealTek 8100 PCI LAN chip to support
10/100BASE-T Fast Ethernet networking.
Smart Card Reader support
A special connector for the Smart Card Reader comes onboard to support
the cutting-edge technology for increased security in authenticating online
transactions, editing IC-based information, and a lot more.