Internal interfaces summary
The following table summarises the various interface standards for internal host adapter cards, in use as at mid-1998:
| Standard | Typical uses | Burst DTR | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISA | Sound cards, modems | 2 MBps to 8.33 MBps | Expected to be phased out by late 1999 |
| EISA | Network, SCSI adapters | 33 MBps | Almost entirely phased out; superseded by PCI |
| PCI | Graphics cards, SCSI adapters, new generation sound cards | 133 MBps (standard 32-bit, 33MHz bus) |
Standard add-in peripheral bus |
| AGP | Graphics cards | 528 MBps (2x mode) |
Standard in all Intel-based PCs from the Pentium II; co-exists with PCI |
Last Update: Mon Jun 21st 2004