Hello All,
I may be the only person on these lists that was unaware of the alternate
form factors for PCI cards known as LPPCI (Low Profile PCI), but I doubt it.
LPPCI is a low height variation of the standard form factor PCI cards. The
basic mechanical distinction can be seen at --
http://www.spinserver.com/lppci.html
I recently purchased a PCI serial card for my cute little Gateway Essential
PC (which came complete without serial ports). Not even Gateway's support
site makes a clear distinction. They only describe the expansion slots as
PCI 2.2 compatible. Hiss, Boo!
I share this information in hopes that someone can avoid a nasty surprise
when purchasing PCI components.
Best wishes, Bob Smith
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-- Specializing in small, cost effective
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Robert L. (Bob) Smith
Smith Machine Works, Inc.
9900 Lumlay Road
Richmond, VA 23236 804/745-1065
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