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Understanding Adapter Cards and Expansion Ports: PCI, AGP, and PCI Express Explained

This article explores the various types of adapter cards that utilize expansion slots such as PCI, AGP, and PCI Express. Adapter cards enable users to install advanced components beyond what's available on their motherboard, enhancing system capabilities. We'll cover the history and purpose of Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI), how Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) improved video card performance, and the prevalence of PCI Express in modern systems. Learn about the different speed slots and their applications for various devices.

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Understanding Adapter Cards and Expansion Ports: PCI, AGP, and PCI Express Explained

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  1. Adapter Cards and Expansion Ports

  2. There are several types of adapter cards, but the majority of them use PCI, PCIe, and AGP expansion slots. • Adapter cards allow users to install more powerful components than those embedded on the motherboard and the addition of features not originally available with their systems.

  3. Peripheral Component Interconnect • PCI is the oldest expansion slot still common on motherboards. It has mostly been replaced by AGP and PCI Express slots.

  4. Accelerated Graphics Port • AGP provided much faster speeds for video cards than PCI, but it has mostly been replaced by PCI Express.

  5. PCI Express • PCI Express is currently used for video cards and other adapter cards. Different speed slots are used for different types of devices.

  6. Expansion Slots This motherboard has two green PCIe 16x slots, two white PCI slots, and one white PCIe 1x slot.

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