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... manual: CAUTION Cautions warn the user about how to prevent damage to important information. Use Only for Intended Applications All Intel desktop boards are evaluated as Information Technology Equipment (I.T.E.) for use in personal computers (PC) for other PC or embedded non-PC ..., offices, schools, computer rooms, and similar locations. Preface This Product Guide gives information about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for general audiences. Intended Audience The Product Guide is not intended for Intel® Desktop Board D945GCNL.
... manual: CAUTION Cautions warn the user about how to prevent damage to important information. Use Only for Intended Applications All Intel desktop boards are evaluated as Information Technology Equipment (I.T.E.) for use in personal computers (PC) for other PC or embedded non-PC ..., offices, schools, computer rooms, and similar locations. Preface This Product Guide gives information about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for general audiences. Intended Audience The Product Guide is not intended for Intel® Desktop Board D945GCNL.
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Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Supported Operating Systems 10 Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...13 Intel® 945GC Express Chipset 14 Onboard Audio Subsystem 14 Input/Output (I/O) Controller 15 LAN Subsystem 15 LAN Subsystem Software... 15 RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs 16 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support 16 Enhanced IDE Interface 17 Serial ATA...17 Expandability...17 BIOS...
Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Supported Operating Systems 10 Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...13 Intel® 945GC Express Chipset 14 Onboard Audio Subsystem 14 Input/Output (I/O) Controller 15 LAN Subsystem 15 LAN Subsystem Software... 15 RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs 16 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support 16 Enhanced IDE Interface 17 Serial ATA...17 Expandability...17 BIOS...
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Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink 30 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 31 Removing the Processor 31 Installing and Removing Memory ... Jumper 47 Clearing Passwords 49 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 55 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility 55 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 56 Updating the BIOS 56 Recovering the BIOS 56 A Error Messages and Indicators BIOS Beep Codes 57 BIOS Error Messages 57 B Regulatory Compliance Safety Standards...
Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink 30 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 31 Removing the Processor 31 Installing and Removing Memory ... Jumper 47 Clearing Passwords 49 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 55 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility 55 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 56 Updating the BIOS 56 Recovering the BIOS 56 A Error Messages and Indicators BIOS Beep Codes 57 BIOS Error Messages 57 B Regulatory Compliance Safety Standards...
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...6. Lead-Free Board Markings 64 14. Contents Figures 1. Lift Socket Lever 27 7. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 32 14. Location of Chassis Fan Headers 44 23. Front Panel Header 42 8. Jumper Settings for Intel High Definition Audio 41 5. BIOS Error Messages 57.... Removing the Battery 54 Tables 1. Beep Codes 57 11. Desktop Board D945GCNL Mounting Screw Hole Locations 26 6. Connecting Power Supply Cables 45 24. Feature Summary 9 2. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 48 10. EMC Regulations 65 15. Installing...
...6. Lead-Free Board Markings 64 14. Contents Figures 1. Lift Socket Lever 27 7. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 32 14. Location of Chassis Fan Headers 44 23. Front Panel Header 42 8. Jumper Settings for Intel High Definition Audio 41 5. BIOS Error Messages 57.... Removing the Battery 54 Tables 1. Beep Codes 57 11. Desktop Board D945GCNL Mounting Screw Hole Locations 26 6. Connecting Power Supply Cables 45 24. Feature Summary 9 2. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 48 10. EMC Regulations 65 15. Installing...
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... • Voltage sensing to detect out of range values • Intel® Precision Cooling Technology Related Links: For more information about Desktop Board D945GCNL, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Supported Operating Systems The desktop board supports the following operating systems: • Microsoft Windows Vista* Home...
... • Voltage sensing to detect out of range values • Intel® Precision Cooling Technology Related Links: For more information about Desktop Board D945GCNL, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Supported Operating Systems The desktop board supports the following operating systems: • Microsoft Windows Vista* Home...
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... LED header Battery BIOS configuration jumper block Related Links: Go to the following links for more information about: • Desktop Board D945GCNL • Supported processors • Audio software and utilities • LAN software and drivers http://www.intel.com/design/motherbd http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop http://www.intel.com/go/FindCPU http://www.intel.com/design/motherbd...
... LED header Battery BIOS configuration jumper block Related Links: Go to the following links for more information about: • Desktop Board D945GCNL • Supported processors • Audio software and utilities • LAN software and drivers http://www.intel.com/design/motherbd http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop http://www.intel.com/go/FindCPU http://www.intel.com/design/motherbd...
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...BIOS will see a notification to this effect on installing or upgrading the processor, page 27 in Chapter 2 Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel® SDRAM specifications, the board should be purchased separately. Processors are not included with the desktop board... operation. Desktop Board Features Processor CAUTION Failure to use the appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V (2 x 2 pin) power connector to the desktop board may result in damage to the desktop board through the LGA775 socket. Desktop Board D945GCNL supports an Intel processor in...
...BIOS will see a notification to this effect on installing or upgrading the processor, page 27 in Chapter 2 Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel® SDRAM specifications, the board should be purchased separately. Processors are not included with the desktop board... operation. Desktop Board Features Processor CAUTION Failure to use the appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V (2 x 2 pin) power connector to the desktop board may result in damage to the desktop board through the LGA775 socket. Desktop Board D945GCNL supports an Intel processor in...
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...support requires both an operating system and drivers that meets the requirements for a full-speed USB device. Disabling Hi-Speed USB in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to accommodate operating systems that have an unshielded cable attached to a USB port might not meet FCC Class B... USB 2.0 Support NOTE Computer systems that do not support USB 2.0. 16 Use a shielded cable that fully support USB 2.0 transfer rates. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs Two LEDs are backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices. Figure 2. These LEDs indicate the status of ...
...support requires both an operating system and drivers that meets the requirements for a full-speed USB device. Disabling Hi-Speed USB in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to accommodate operating systems that have an unshielded cable attached to a USB port might not meet FCC Class B... USB 2.0 Support NOTE Computer systems that do not support USB 2.0. 16 Use a shielded cable that fully support USB 2.0 transfer rates. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs Two LEDs are backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices. Figure 2. These LEDs indicate the status of ...
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Expandability For system expansion, the desktop board provides the following the instructions on page 55 in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the device for your computer. Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration If you install a Serial ATA or ...8226; Two PCI bus connectors BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI/PCI Express and IDE auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. The BIOS is stored in the BIOS Setup program. 17 Desktop Board Features Enhanced IDE Interface The desktop board's IDE interface handles the exchange ...
Expandability For system expansion, the desktop board provides the following the instructions on page 55 in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the device for your computer. Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration If you install a Serial ATA or ...8226; Two PCI bus connectors BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI/PCI Express and IDE auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. The BIOS is stored in the BIOS Setup program. 17 Desktop Board Features Enhanced IDE Interface The desktop board's IDE interface handles the exchange ...
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...include: • Monitoring of Desktop Board D945GCNL enable the board to run the BIOS Setup program after you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card. Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of power supply voltages to access Setup. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide PCI* and PCI... Express* Auto Configuration If you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card in your computer, the PCI/PCI Express auto-configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the ...
...include: • Monitoring of Desktop Board D945GCNL enable the board to run the BIOS Setup program after you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card. Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of power supply voltages to access Setup. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide PCI* and PCI... Express* Auto Configuration If you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card in your computer, the PCI/PCI Express auto-configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the ...
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...location of a computer. Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can be connected to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. When resuming from PS/2 keyboard/mouse ― Power Management Event signal (PME#) wakeup support ―... interrupted (either on page 46 for the location of ACPI with the desktop board requires an operating system that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Desktop Board Features Chassis Intrusion Detection The board supports a chassis security feature that provides full ACPI support. The computer's...
...location of a computer. Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can be connected to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. When resuming from PS/2 keyboard/mouse ― Power Management Event signal (PME#) wakeup support ―... interrupted (either on page 46 for the location of ACPI with the desktop board requires an operating system that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Desktop Board Features Chassis Intrusion Detection The board supports a chassis security feature that provides full ACPI support. The computer's...
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... even though the front panel power button is not available, you how to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the desktop board • Install and remove a processor • Install and remove memory • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card • Connect ... to the internal headers • Connect the flexible audio system • Connect the chassis fan and power cables • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before You Begin CAUTIONS The procedures in this chapter assume familiarity with the general...
... even though the front panel power button is not available, you how to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the desktop board • Install and remove a processor • Install and remove memory • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card • Connect ... to the internal headers • Connect the flexible audio system • Connect the chassis fan and power cables • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before You Begin CAUTIONS The procedures in this chapter assume familiarity with the general...
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Location of the desktop board's BIOS configuration jumper block. Figure 25 shows the location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block 47 Figure 25. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper NOTE Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before moving the jumper.
Location of the desktop board's BIOS configuration jumper block. Figure 25 shows the location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block 47 Figure 25. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper NOTE Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before moving the jumper.
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... the Maintenance Menu. Use this menu to be done in the event of a failed BIOS update. 48 Table 9 shows the jumper settings for booting. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables all board configuration to clear passwords. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes Jumper Setting Mode Normal (default) (1-2) Description The...
... the Maintenance Menu. Use this menu to be done in the event of a failed BIOS update. 48 Table 9 shows the jumper settings for booting. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables all board configuration to clear passwords. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes Jumper Setting Mode Normal (default) (1-2) Description The...
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When the voltage drops below a certain level, the BIOS Setup program settings stored in CMOS RAM (for example, the date and time) might not be recycled where possible. Disposal of the battery. FORHOLDSREGEL ... bør foregå i overensstemmelse med gældende miljølovgivning. When the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. Batterier bør om muligt genbruges. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Replacing the Battery A coin-cell battery (CR2032) powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory. CAUTION Risk of explosion if the battery is...
When the voltage drops below a certain level, the BIOS Setup program settings stored in CMOS RAM (for example, the date and time) might not be recycled where possible. Disposal of the battery. FORHOLDSREGEL ... bør foregå i overensstemmelse med gældende miljølovgivning. When the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. Batterier bør om muligt genbruges. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Replacing the Battery A coin-cell battery (CR2032) powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory. CAUTION Risk of explosion if the battery is...
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... fails. To update the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility With the Intel Express BIOS Update utility you how to complete the BIOS update. Go to the D945GCNL page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Express BIOS Update utility file. 3. Navigate to the Intel World Wide Web site: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 2. This runs the...
... fails. To update the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility With the Intel Express BIOS Update utility you how to complete the BIOS update. Go to the D945GCNL page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Express BIOS Update utility file. 3. Navigate to the Intel World Wide Web site: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 2. This runs the...
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.... As the computer boots, check the BIOS identifier (version number) to : http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 56 If a logo appears, press to the D945GCNL page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Iflash BIOS Update utility file. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Obtaining the BIOS Update File You can obtain the BIOS update file through your computer supplier or...
.... As the computer boots, check the BIOS identifier (version number) to : http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 56 If a logo appears, press to the D945GCNL page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Iflash BIOS Update utility file. Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Obtaining the BIOS Update File You can obtain the BIOS update file through your computer supplier or...
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... installed amount of memory in Channel A is required for reliable operation. A Error Messages and Indicators Desktop Board D945GCNL reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code • By displaying an error message on reboot) BIOS Error Messages When a recoverable error occurs during POST if the video configuration fails (a faulty video card...
... installed amount of memory in Channel A is required for reliable operation. A Error Messages and Indicators Desktop Board D945GCNL reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code • By displaying an error message on reboot) BIOS Error Messages When a recoverable error occurs during POST if the video configuration fails (a faulty video card...
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... in the next release of the specifications. General Information Basic Desktop Board D945GCNL Identification Information AA Revision BIOS Revision Notes D97184-102 NL94510J.86A.0010 1,2 D97184-103 NL94510J...BIOS revision level are present on all desktop boards. The AA number is found on a small label on this AA revision consists of the specifications. Characterized errata may cause the desktop board behavior to be incorporated in the next release of two components as follows: Device 82945GC 82801GB Stepping A2 A1 S-Spec Numbers SLA9C SL8FX Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL...
... in the next release of the specifications. General Information Basic Desktop Board D945GCNL Identification Information AA Revision BIOS Revision Notes D97184-102 NL94510J.86A.0010 1,2 D97184-103 NL94510J...BIOS revision level are present on all desktop boards. The AA number is found on a small label on this AA revision consists of the specifications. Characterized errata may cause the desktop board behavior to be incorporated in the next release of two components as follows: Device 82945GC 82801GB Stepping A2 A1 S-Spec Numbers SLA9C SL8FX Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL...
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... some of the errata in a future revision of the desktop board, and to fix this product 6 Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Specification Update The following table indicates the Specification Changes, Errata, Specification Clarifications, or Documentation Changes that will be fixed in a future revision of the desktop board, driver, or BIOS. Plans Errata There are no plans to account for this... previous version of the document. Summary of Changes The following notations are used in the table: Doc: Document change or update that apply to the Intel® Desktop Board D945GCNL.
... some of the errata in a future revision of the desktop board, and to fix this product 6 Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Specification Update The following table indicates the Specification Changes, Errata, Specification Clarifications, or Documentation Changes that will be fixed in a future revision of the desktop board, driver, or BIOS. Plans Errata There are no plans to account for this... previous version of the document. Summary of Changes The following notations are used in the table: Doc: Document change or update that apply to the Intel® Desktop Board D945GCNL.
