The Intel 82GL960 Graphics and Memory Controller Hub, commonly referred to as GMCH, is a chipset component designed for Intel's Mobile 965 Express Chipset family. It was primarily used in laptops and mobile computing devices, featuring integrated graphics and memory control functions. Key features and functions of the 82GL960 include:
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Graphics Processing: The GMCH integrated an Intel GMA (Graphics Media Accelerator) graphics core, providing basic graphics capabilities for display and video tasks.
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Memory Control: It managed memory operations, including support for DDR2 system memory, and had an FSB (Front-Side Bus) interface to connect with the CPU.
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Display Outputs: It often provided VGA and LVDS interfaces for connecting to external displays and LCD screens.
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Peripheral Connectivity: The chipset included support for USB ports, SATA (Serial ATA) interfaces for storage devices, and other I/O connections.
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Mobile Focus: Designed for laptops, the 82GL960 aimed to balance power efficiency and performance in a mobile computing environment.
It's essential to note that this chipset is relatively dated and was used in laptops released over a decade ago. Modern laptops feature much more advanced integrated graphics and memory control capabilities, as well as dedicated GPUs for better performance.
