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PCI Express Guide (2nd Edition) |
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Written by Mavke
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Saturday, 23 October 2004 |
Digital Silence has put up an article on PCI Express. PCI-Express is a relatively new technology marketing buzz word that heralds the latest revolution for computer bus architecture. But how will this advance affect both the average end user and the avid enthusiast? This guide will take a look at the history of I/O busses, the basics of PCI Express as well as the implications it will have on the consumer.
 PCI Express Guide (2nd Edition)
PCI-Express builds on and improves the system architecture of computers today. Allowing for greater speed and device independance. The immediate benefit is increased bandwidth and scalability. PCI Express offers 4GB/s of peak bandwidth per direction for a x16 link and 8 GB/s concurrent bandwidth.
In addition, PCI-Express is designed to add no extra production costs to current designs. The PCI-Express x16 connector is expected to be at cost parity to the standard AGP connector at high volume.
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