Compaq 164SX - Manual (Page 9)

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Preface
Overview
This manual describes the AlphaPC 164SX motherboard, a board for computing sys-
tems based on the Alpha 21164PC microprocessor and the 21174 core logic chip.
Audience
This manual is intended for system designers and others who use the AlphaPC
164SX motherboard to design or evaluate computer systems based on the Alpha
21164PC microprocessor and the 21174 core logic chip.
Scope
This manual describes the features, configuration, functional operation, and inter-
faces of the AlphaPC 164SX motherboard. This manual does not include specific
bus specifications (for example, PCI or ISA buses). Additional information is avail-
able in the AlphaPC 164SX schematics, program source files, and the appropriate
vendor and IEEE specifications. See Appendix A for information on how to order
related documentation and obtain additional technical support.
Manual Organization
As outlined on the next page, this manual includes the following chapters, appen-
dixes, and an index.