Mini PCI

Updated: 09/23/2024 by Computer Hope

Mini PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) is a standard used by leading notebook manufacturers that measures 2.75-inches x 1.81-inches x 0.22-inches. This technology could allow manufacturers to lower their prices, as the motherboards would be simpler to design.

Type I

Identical to type II, except it requires extra cables for connectors like the RJ-11 and RJ-45. However, offers more flexibility to where it can be placed in the computer.

Type II

Used when size is not important. Type II can integrate the RJ-11 and RJ-45 connectors and did away with extra cables.

Type III

SO-DIMM (Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Module) style connector that can be installed with a mere 5 mm overall height above the system board. Cabling to the I/O connectors also allow type III cards to be placed anywhere in the system.

Adapter, Cardbus, Connector, Expansion, Interface, Laptop, Motherboard terms, PCI, PCI Express, Slot