The IT8371E-128/DX-L001 is a Super I/O controller manufactured by ITE. Super I/O controllers are integrated circuits that handle a variety of low-bandwidth input/output functions in computer systems. These functions typically include serial ports (UARTs), parallel ports (LPTs), keyboard and mouse interfaces, fan control, and temperature monitoring. The IT8371E-128/DX-L001 is designed to provide these essential functions in desktop and embedded systems.

Applications:

• Desktop Motherboards: Provides essential I/O functions on desktop motherboards.
• Embedded Systems: Used in embedded systems for controlling peripherals and monitoring system parameters.
• Industrial PCs: Provides I/O connectivity in industrial PCs.
• Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems: Used in POS systems for connecting peripherals such as cash drawers, printers, and barcode scanners.
• KVM Switches: Provides keyboard and mouse control in KVM switches.

Features:

• Multiple UARTs: Supports multiple serial ports for connecting serial devices.
• Parallel Port: Provides a parallel port for connecting printers and other parallel devices.
• Keyboard and Mouse Interface: Interfaces with keyboards and mice.
• Fan Control: Controls fan speeds to regulate system temperature.
• Temperature Monitoring: Monitors system temperatures to prevent overheating.

Benefits:

• Integrated Functionality: Integrates multiple I/O functions into a single chip, reducing component count and board space.
• Flexible Configuration: Allows for flexible configuration of I/O functions.
• System Monitoring: Monitors system temperatures and fan speeds to ensure reliable operation.
• Power Management: Supports power management features to reduce power consumption.
• Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of operating systems and hardware platforms.

Technical Specifications:

The IT8371E-128/DX-L001 typically features multiple UARTs (e.g., two or more), a parallel port, keyboard and mouse controller, fan control circuitry, and temperature monitoring capabilities. It communicates with the host system via the LPC bus. It's usually packaged in a QFP or LQFP package. The specific number of UARTs, supported fan types, and temperature sensor types are usually specified in the ITE datasheet. Access to the full ITE datasheet usually requires establishing a business relationship with ITE.