Mini PCI
An extension of the PCI bus used in portable
computers.
Designed for peripherals such as modems and network adapters, Mini PCI cards
are credit-card sized modules that snap onto the motherboard; they are not inserted
into slots like PCMCIA cards (PC Cards).
Using the standard PCI signaling that is found in PCI-based desktop computers,
Mini PCI allows high-speed transfer peripheral connections in small form factor
devices such as laptop computers.
Mini
PCI was added to PCI version 2.2 for use in laptops, it uses a 32-bit, 33-MHz
bus with powered connections (3.3 V only; 5V is limited to 100mA) and support
for bus mastering and DMA.
The standard size for Mini PCI cards is approximately 1/4 of their full-sized
counterparts. As there is limited external access to the card compared to desktop
PCI cards, there are limitations on the functions they may perform.
Many Mini PCI devices were developed such as Wi-Fi, Fast Ethernet, Bluetooth,
modems (often Winmodems), sound cards, cryptographic accelerators, SCSI, IDE/ATA,
SATA controllers and combination cards.
Mini PCI cards can be used with regular PCI-equipped hardware, using Mini PCI-to-PCI
converters.
Mini PCI has been superseded by PCI Express Mini Card. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conventional_PCI
This adapter allows
a Mini PCI device to be used in a computer with full-sized PCI slots.
Drivers
are only required for the Mini PCI device, not for the adapter.
This adapter
is perfect for Wireless LAN equipment.
Features:
• Allows Mini PCI devices to use a full size PCI slot
• No drivers required
• Mini PCI Type III 124pin socket
Option 1: 37mm height, stocked in Australia,
Option 2: 80mm height (2 weeks delivery).
M15144 PCI to Mini PCI Adaptor: $143+GST
12/09
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