IOAPIC and 8254

From: Lyle Coder (x_coder@hotmail.com)
Date: Wed Mar 01 2000 - 17:16:12 EST


Hi,
If my understanding is correct, the IOAPIC on an MP system runs at a fixed
frequency. If so, why do we
a) calibrate the IOAPIC on an MP system with respect to the 8254
b) why do we use the 8254?

Best Wishes,
Lyle
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