Gigabyte GA-586AM
chipChipset
cpuCPU socket
speedFSB speeds
50MHz60MHz66MHz
moboForm factor
Baby AT (max 220 x 330 mm)
dimDimensions
280mm x 220mm
chipCache
256KB512KB1MB
ramMax RAM size
128MB
ramRAM types
72-pin FPM72-pin EDO
pwrPSU connector
Empty
connI/O ports
1x 
AT Keyboard
1x 
Floppy interface
2x 
IDE interface
1x 
Parallel
2x 
Serial
cardExpansion slots
4x 
16-bit ISA
4x 
32-bit PCI

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

  • DALLAS RTC coin cell empty

The motherboard's Real-Time Clock (RTC) chip contains a coin cell that may have drained, causing the loss of CMOS settings. This can result in an inability to save settings, causing system instability or failure to boot. To fix this, the RTC chip can be replaced with an equivalent or repaired by cutting into it and soldering on a new external coin cell holder. Replacement guides are available at https://github.com/necroware/nwX287 or https://github.com/necroware/nw12887, depending on the actual chip used.

Notes:

Some versions uses an Ni-Cd barrel, some uses a Dallas RTC.

Intentionally kneecapped split-voltage support, by leaving a Socket 5 in place. It can be modded to support Socket 7 and split voltage rails.

Last updated 2023-03-05T11:56:18Z
Board info score is 8.7/10
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chipSuper I/O chips
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