DFI CP100-NRM - Manual (Page 12)

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Introduction
Features
Watchdog Timer
The Watchdog Timer function allows your application to regularly “clear” the sys-
tem at the set time interval. If the system hangs or fails to function, it will reset
at the set time interval so that your system will continue to operate.
DDR3
DDR3 delivers increased system bandwidth and improved performance. It offers
peak data transfer rate of up to 21 Gb/s bandwidth. The advantages of DDR3
are its higher bandwidth and its increase in performance at a lower power than
DDR2.
Graphics
The integrated Intel Gen5.75 graphics engine delivers an excellent blend of
graphics performance and features to meet business needs. With support for In-
tel Clear Video technology, Intel DVMT and Intel S2DDT, Intel Gen5.75 provides
excellent video and 3D graphics with outstanding graphics responsiveness. These
enhancements deliver the performance and compatibility needed for today’s and
tomorrow’s business applications.
DVI
DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is a form of video interface technology made to
maximize the quality of flat panel LCD monitors and modern video graphics
cards. Data is transmitted using the TMDS (Transition Minimized Differential Sig-
naling) protocol, providing a digital signal from the PC’s graphics subsystem to
the display.
LVDS
The Low-Voltage Differential Signaling (LVDS) interface allows the Intel Graphics
Media Adapter to communicate directly to the flat-panel display. The LVDS inter-
face supports pixel color depths of 18 and 24 bits.
PCI Express
PCI Express is a high bandwidth I/O infrastructure that possesses the ability to
scale speeds by forming multiple lanes. The x1 PCI Express lane supports trans-
fer rate of 2.5 Gigabytes (250MBbps) per second which is nearly 4 times faster
than the traditional PCI.