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• In 1991, AMD released its 386 processor. Like its predecessors, this model was identical to the Intel versions. AMD was licensed to produce clones of Intel products, right down to the microcode (the CPU’s firmware). This processor had two notable features. First, it was faster than the Intel model—40 MHz compared to a top speed of 33 MHz at Intel—and it was the first to sport the Windows Compatible logo on the package. Am386 Code name ? Date released 1991 Architecture 32-bits Data bus 32-bits Address bus 32-bits Maximum memory 4,096 MB L1 cache no L2 cache no Clock frequency 12-40 MHz FSB same as clock frequency FPU 80387 SIMD no Fabrication process 1,500 - 1,000 nm Number of transistors 275,000 Power consumption 2 W (33 MHz) Voltage 5 V Die surface area 42 mm² Connector 132 pins

• Keyspan USB 2.0 2-Port PCI Adapter (2 offers) Online shop Price ADC-AST $24.95 Amazon Marketplace $89.99 See more products Inside the packaging, you will find the DUB-A2 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 PCI Adapter, an installation guide, a CD-ROM with the necessary drivers and the standard warranty card. Our test unit also contained a six-foot, high-speed USB 2.0 A to B cable, which was not listed on the outside of the box as part of its contents. We don't know why this cable was provided, unless D-Link thinks you need to have a spare A to B cable. The DUB-A2 does not have any indicators to speak of, but it does have two connectors. And, since it is a two-port USB 2.0 card, both ports are standard Type A connectors for hooking up your external devices. Specifications DUB-A2 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Two-Port PCI Adapter: Specifications Standards - USB Specification Version 2.0 - USB Specification Version 1.1 - 0HCI 1.1 (Open Host Controller Interface) - EHCI .95 (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) Compatible Operating Systems USB 2.0 Speed - Microsoft Windows XP, ME, 2000, 98, with USB 2.0 Support USB 1.x Speed - Mac OS 8.6 to 9 with USB 1.x Support and USB Card Support 1.4.1 - Microsoft Windows XP, Me, 2000, 98, with USB 1.x Support Ports Two downstream USB Type "A" receptacles Connectivity Up to 127 devices by cascading multiple hubs Supplied Current 500 mA per port Certifications USB-IF Card Type PCI Version 2.2 Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C Storage Temperature 0 to 95%, non-condensing Humidity 5% to 95%, non-condensing Compliances - CE - FCC Class B - VCCI - UL Warranty 1 Year Installation Installing the DUB-A2 is very straightforward, as it is a "plug and play" device. When powering on the PC after installing the DUB-A2 PCI Adapter card, Windows XP will detect the card and launch the Found New Hardware Wizard (FNHW). Make sure that the DUB-A2 driver CD is in your CD-ROM drive, then select 'Install the Software Automatically' and click on 'Next.' You will get an Error Window that indicates the DUB-A2 has not passed the Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP; but click on 'Continue Anyway.' The next screen will say 'Setup has finished installing USB 2.0 Setup program on your computer.' Then, click 'Finish.' Windows 2000 will detect the DUB-A2 after installation and will also launch the FNHW. Again, make sure that the driver CD is in your CD-ROM drive, and click on 'Next.' The next screen will want to know how you want to find the device driver; select 'Search for a suitable driver for my device' and then click on 'Next.' It will read, 'Welcome to the USB 2.0 Setup program'; click on 'Next.' On the 'Locate Driver Files' screen, put a check mark in the box for CD-ROM drives and click on 'Next.' The FNHW will find a driver for the Universal Serial Bus Controller (vusb2.inf); click on 'Next.' Click on 'Finish' when you see the message, 'Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard.'