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Nm9805
PCI + 1284 Printer Port
Features • Single 5V operation • Low power • PCI compatible 1284 printer port • Multi-mode compatible controller (SPP, PS2, EPP, ECP) • Fast data rates up to 1.5 Mbytes/s (parallel port) • 16-byte FIFO (parallel) • Re-map function for legacy ports • Microsoft Compatible • Software programmable mode selects • 128-pin QFP package Applications • Printer server • Portable backup units • Printer interface • Add-on I/O cards Application Notes • AN-9805
General Description The Nm9805 is a 1284 parallel port controller with PCI bus interface. Nm9805 fully supports the existing Centronics printer interface as well as PS/2, EPP, and ECP modes. The Nm9805 is ideally suited for PC applications, such as high speed parallel ports.