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Intel · 2002

Intel 845E

The Intel 845E is a chipset for Socket 478 processors, released in 2002. It supports DDR 200/266 memory with a maximum capacity of 2 GB.

The Intel 845E is a chipset introduced in May 2002 for Socket 478 processors. It is designed for use with Intel Pentium 4 and Celeron CPUs, handling memory and I/O functions. The chipset has a thermal design power of 5.8 W. Memory support is limited to single-channel DDR 200/266 modules, with a maximum capacity of 2 GB. It includes support for ECC memory, which can correct single-bit errors. The chipset does not support dual-channel memory configurations. As a component of the Intel 845 series, the 845E was typically paired with an ICH4 Southbridge for additional features like USB 2.0. It was used in motherboards targeting mainstream desktop systems, offering a balance of performance and cost for its time.

Specifications

Socket unverified Socket 478
TDP unverified 5.8 W
Memory support unverified DDR 200/266
Max memory unverified 2 GB
Memory channels unverified 1
ECC memory support unverified Yes
Release date unverified 2002-05
Release year unverified 2002