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Epox EP-8HDA3+, Continued

The Northbridge and CPU are very close together. Probably this is an attempt by Epox to minimize the signal delays between the pair.

The debug port can save time if the system isn't doing what it's supposed to. To the left are the color coded connecting pins.

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Patrick Schmid
Patrick Schmid
Editor-in-Chief (2005-2006)

Patrick Schmid was the editor-in-chief for Tom's Hardware from 2005 to 2006. He wrote numerous articles on a wide range of hardware topics, including storage, CPUs, and system builds.