Category : Miscellaneous Language Source Code
Archive   : NEC-V20.ZIP
Filename : V20TIMER.DOC
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; V20TIMER.ASM
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; Adapted from "ptimer.asm/cpu.com"
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; Modified 851028 by COMPUQUEST Inc. to show full, accurate clock speed.
;
;
; This timing loop is constructed to take exactly 10.0 seconds to
; execute when run on a standard pc/compatible using the 8088 micro
; and the standard clock speed of 4.77 Mhz.
;
; The speed gain achieved by using the NEC V20, as can be seen, is
; almost 300%. It should be noted that the V20 gets its advantage
; mainly from its ability to execute instructions in a fraction of
; the normal bus-cycle time taken to do the same instruction with
; an 8088. Therefore, this timing test shows a greater improvement
; than you would see with normal PC use.
;
; Still... a V20 in your PC will make a BIG DIFFERENCE in speed for
; things like spreadsheet recalcs, assemblies, compiles, and other
; tasks where alot of memory moves, calculation instructions etc. are
; going on.
;
; As a good example, that %$*@$ wait needed to run the Memory Check
; when you boot a PC will take only about 1/4 the time !!
;
;
; NOTE: COMPUQUEST Inc. is an electronic engineering Co.
; that designs and develops microprocessor-based
; products; both hardware and software. If you need
; more info, give us a call !!
;
; SPEED UP YOUR PC/COMPATIBLE FOR JUST $19.95 with NEC V20-8!
;
;Only $19.95 from COMPUQUEST Inc. ! In Stock, Same-day Shipment !
;Includes installation instructions. This is an 8 Mhz part!
;
;NEC V20-8 is a direct replacement for 8088 CPU. Just plug in and go.
;Complete compatibility with 8087. Uses only 20% of the power that
;the 8088 draws, and makes your PC run up to 90% --- -- ->FASTER!!
;
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;Delivery in Illinois, add 7% tax. ($1.40)
;
;Call, write, or pick up Monday - Friday 8:00 / 5:00 at
; COMPUQUEST Inc. 801 Morse Ave. Schaumburg, IL 60193
; 1-800-722-2353 Outside Illinois
; (312) 529-2552 Inside Illinois or for
; Nationwide Technical Info
; NOTE: V30-8 (replaces 8086) also available at $24.95 ea.
;
; Full specification booklet and application notes are available for $5.00
;
;
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