Intel to Replace Faulty Motherboards

Last May, Intel announced a problem with components inside Pentium III computers containing a chip called the "memory translator hub" (MTH). The MTH component is used on some boards and in some systems using the Intel® 820 Chipset, including the Intel® CC820 Desktop Board Family with SDRAM.

Only systems shipped after November 1, 1999, are affected. Systems shipped before that date and systems using the Intel® 820 Chipset with RDRAM memory are not affected. Because they do not use the faulty MTH chip, laptops or notebook boards/systems are also not susceptible.

In response to the problem, Intel has cancelled three motherboard designs and has stopped shipping the MTH component and an Intel motherboard that uses the part. The company is also working with computer and motherboard manufacturers and distributors to notify affected computer users and to offer a replacement.

To learn more about the MTH reboot problem, see http://www.intel.com/support/mth/ami.htm To find out what to do if you have this problem, see http://www.intel.com/support/mth/wtd.htm