PowerTech MB459
Logs
chipChipset
cpuSocket
Socket 3 (PGA237)
speedFSB speed
Empty
moboForm factor
Baby AT (max 220 x 330 mm)
dimDimensions
Empty
chipCache
None/Integrated in the CPU
ramMax RAM size
Empty
ramRAM type
72-pin FPM
pwrPSU connector
AT (6-pin P8 + 6-pin P9)
maxcpuMulti CPU support
no
connI/O ports
1x 
AT Keyboard
cardExpansion slots
6x 
16-bit ISA
wrench Known issues
  • Leaky Ni-Cd clock battery

The Ni-Cd battery may be leaking, risking damage to PCB layers & nearby components. Promptly remove the battery & clean corrosion/alkaline salts from the board. Use white vinegar to dissolve salts, but exercise caution as vinegar can corrode exposed metals. A thorough examination & repair may be needed. Replace battery with guide: https://github.com/wiretap-retro/Not-A-Varta

notes Notes

Version with additional VRM exists, no documentation is known so far.

Last updated 2022-11-24T16:30:20Z
Board info score is 7/10
chip Chips
cpufam CPU family support
bios 2 BIOS files available

vendor AMI - 1 entry

POST string
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Core Ver.
BIOS Ver.
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POST string
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Core version
BIOS version
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vendor Award - 4 entries

POST string
Note
Core Ver.
BIOS Ver.
Logs
POST string
05/24/95-UMC-498GP-2C4X6000-00
Note
Core version
4.50G
BIOS version
Logs
POST string
12/20/94-UMC-498GP-2C4X6000-00
Note
Core version
4.50G
BIOS version
Logs
POST string
10/20/94-UMC-498GP-2C4X6000-00
Note
Core version
4.50G
BIOS version
MB45XB
Logs
POST string
02/07/95-UMC-498GP-2C4X6000-00
Note
Core version
4.50G
BIOS version
Logs
drv No drivers available
doc No board documents available
Family
Release date
File
Logs
Family
Release date
1996-03
File
Logs
Family
Release date
1995-07
File
Logs
Family
Release date
1995-10
File
Logs
Family
Release date
1989-04
File
Logs
Family
Release date
1990
File
Logs
Family
Release date
1992-10
File
Logs
Family
Release date
1992-02
File
Logs
image1 Image 1 of 4 (Clous)
image2 Image 2 of 4 (H.W.Necromancer)
image3 Image 3 of 4 (Clous)
image4 Image 4 of 4 (Clous)

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