Intel® 800 Series Chipset Family Platform Controller Hub (PCH)

Datasheet, Volume 1 of 2

ID Date Version Classification
833778 01/07/2025 Public
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Intel® High Definition Audio Interface Capabilities

The Intel® HD Audio interface is a feature offering connections to the compatible codecs. The Intel® HD Audio compatible codecs are widely available from various vendors allowing PC platform OEM’s to choose them based on features, power, cost consideration. The audio codec can work with the in-box Intel® HD Audio driver software provided in various Operating Systems providing a seamless user experience. These Intel® HD Audio compatible codecs will be enumerated by the Intel® HD Audio driver software (if discovered over the Intel® HD Audio interface). Intel® HD Audio interface capabilities are listed as follows:

  • The SDI signals to support external codecs
  • Drives variable frequency (6 MHz to 24 MHz) BCLK to support:
    • SDO double pumped up to 48 Mb/s
    • SDIs single pumped up to 24 Mb/s
  • Provides cadence for 44.1 kHz-based sample rate output
  • Supports 3.3 V and 1.8 V.