PCChips/Hsin Tech M396F (V2.6)
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chipChipset
cpuSockets
PLCC68 PQFP100
speedFSB speeds
16MHz25MHz33MHz40MHz
moboForm factor
Baby AT (max 220 x 330 mm)
dimDimensions
170mm x 220mm
chipCache
None/Integrated in the CPU
ramMax RAM size
16MB
ramRAM type
30-pin SIMM
pwrPSU connector
AT (6-pin P8 + 6-pin P9)
maxcpuMulti CPU support
no
tag Also known as
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

Replica of the PCB can be found here https://github.com/Marco-Both/M396F-Replika

Last updated 2025-01-05T19:10:18Z
Board info score is 9.4/10
chip Chips
cpufam CPU family support
bios 1 BIOS file available

vendor AMI - 1 entry

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BIOS Ver.
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POST string
X0-0100-001437-00101111-060692-M396F-U
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Core version
060692
BIOS version
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drv No drivers available
doc 2 board documents available
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File
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1995-11-30
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1984
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1995-11-22
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1994-10
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1994-07
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