The Cuda chip (not to be confused with Nvidia's CUDA API) is a micro-controller that managed the Apple Desktop Bus in early Power Macintosh computers. It was usually implemented by a Motorola 6800 that was interfaced with a MOS Technology 6522 Versatile Interface Adapter.[1][2]
Functionality[]
- Turn system power on and off
- Manage system resets from various commands
- Maintain parameter RAM (PRAM)
- Manage the Apple Desktop Bus (ADB)
- Manage the real-time clock[3]
References[]
- ↑ Legacy Macintosh Peripherals, HelenOS. 2009-06-30.
- ↑ Theory of OperationL Power Macintosh (PDF) by Apple Service Source p.6-12, Apple Repair Manuals. 1996-01-30.
- ↑ The Cuda Chip, Mac Repair Central. 2012-07-29.
External links[]
- Power Macintosh G3 Desktop: The Cuda Chip by Apple Service Source at Manuals Dump
- The Cuda Chip Section at the DayStar Archive / Low End Mac
- Documentation: Apple I/O Notes at SourceForge
- Cuda at the Pippin @WORLD & Atmark Wiki
