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It is intended for general audiences. Document Organization The chapters in personal computers (PC) for Intel® Desktop Board D945GSEJT. NOTE Notes call attention to update the BIOS A BIOS Error Messages: information about BIOS error messages and beep codes B Regulatory Compliance: safety and EMC regulations and product certifications Conventions The following conventions are evaluated as Information Technology Equipment...
It is intended for general audiences. Document Organization The chapters in personal computers (PC) for Intel® Desktop Board D945GSEJT. NOTE Notes call attention to update the BIOS A BIOS Error Messages: information about BIOS error messages and beep codes B Regulatory Compliance: safety and EMC regulations and product certifications Conventions The following conventions are evaluated as Information Technology Equipment...
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...Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components 12 Processor ...14 System Memory 14 Mobile Intel® 945GSE Express Chipset 14 Intel 945GSE Graphics Subsystem 15 Operating System Support 16 Onboard Audio Subsystem 16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller 17 Network Bootloader Support 17 LAN Subsystem 18 LAN Status LEDs 18 USB 2.0 Support 19 Mass Storage Support 19 Expandability...20 BIOS...and Removing the Desktop Board 30 Installing System Memory 31 Connecting SATA Drives 32 Installing a Wireless LAN Card in the PCI Express Full-Mini Card Slot 34 Installing an Intel® Z-U130...
...Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components 12 Processor ...14 System Memory 14 Mobile Intel® 945GSE Express Chipset 14 Intel 945GSE Graphics Subsystem 15 Operating System Support 16 Onboard Audio Subsystem 16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller 17 Network Bootloader Support 17 LAN Subsystem 18 LAN Status LEDs 18 USB 2.0 Support 19 Mass Storage Support 19 Expandability...20 BIOS...and Removing the Desktop Board 30 Installing System Memory 31 Connecting SATA Drives 32 Installing a Wireless LAN Card in the PCI Express Full-Mini Card Slot 34 Installing an Intel® Z-U130...
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Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 55 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility 56 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 56 Using the Iflash Memory Update Utility 56 Recovering the BIOS 57 A Board Status and Error Messages Front-panel Power LED Blink and Internal Speaker Beep Codes...
Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 55 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility 56 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 56 Using the Iflash Memory Update Utility 56 Recovering the BIOS 57 A Board Status and Error Messages Front-panel Power LED Blink and Internal Speaker Beep Codes...
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.../Media Types for Front Panel Header 43 13. Removing System Memory 32 8. Connection Diagram for BIOS Recovery 57 25. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table .........68 Tables 1. Internal Connectors and Headers 37 6. SATA Power Connector 39 12. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Mounting Screw Holes 30 6. Serial Port Header (COM 1 and COM 2 37 7. PATA Connector (44...
.../Media Types for Front Panel Header 43 13. Removing System Memory 32 8. Connection Diagram for BIOS Recovery 57 25. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table .........68 Tables 1. Internal Connectors and Headers 37 6. SATA Power Connector 39 12. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Mounting Screw Holes 30 6. Serial Port Header (COM 1 and COM 2 37 7. PATA Connector (44...
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Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide BIOS LAN Support Power Power Management • Intel® BIOS • Support for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI), Plug and Play, and SMBIOS • 10/100/1000 Mb/s (Gigabit) Ethernet LAN Subsystem using a RealTek* 8111DL Gigabit Ethernet Controller • Integrated DC-to-DC circuitry • 12 VDC jack on back panel for...
Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide BIOS LAN Support Power Power Management • Intel® BIOS • Support for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI), Plug and Play, and SMBIOS • 10/100/1000 Mb/s (Gigabit) Ethernet LAN Subsystem using a RealTek* 8111DL Gigabit Ethernet Controller • Integrated DC-to-DC circuitry • 12 VDC jack on back panel for...
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... site: Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/D945GSEJT/index.htm Desktop Board Support http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Available configurations for Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/D945GSEJT/index.htm Chipset information http://www.intel.com/products/desktop/chipsets/index.htm BIOS and driver updates http://downloadcenter.intel.com/ Integration information http://www.intel.com/support/go/buildit 11 Desktop Board Features For more information on Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT consult...
... site: Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/D945GSEJT/index.htm Desktop Board Support http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Available configurations for Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/D945GSEJT/index.htm Chipset information http://www.intel.com/products/desktop/chipsets/index.htm BIOS and driver updates http://downloadcenter.intel.com/ Integration information http://www.intel.com/support/go/buildit 11 Desktop Board Features For more information on Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT consult...
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Chassis venting locations are recommended above the processor heatsink area for the board's I /O Controller Hub (ICH7-M) with Direct Media Interface (DMI) interconnect • Intel 82801GBM I /O paths. The ICH7 is a centralized controller for maximum heat dissipation effectiveness. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide Processor Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT includes an Intel Atom processor N270. The Desktop Board has one 200-pin DDR2 SO-DIMM connector with an SO-DIMM that...
Chassis venting locations are recommended above the processor heatsink area for the board's I /O Controller Hub (ICH7-M) with Direct Media Interface (DMI) interconnect • Intel 82801GBM I /O paths. The ICH7 is a centralized controller for maximum heat dissipation effectiveness. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide Processor Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT includes an Intel Atom processor N270. The Desktop Board has one 200-pin DDR2 SO-DIMM connector with an SO-DIMM that...
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One of the front panel USB headers supports an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive (or compatible device). NOTE...1.1 devices will function normally at USB 1.1 speeds. Disabling High-Speed USB in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to the BIOS. 19 The PATA interface supports the following connectors are backward compatible with 2.5 or 3.5 ... and inductive coupling. Mass Storage Support The board provides three ATA connectors that meets the requirements for 2.5 inch hard drives). Desktop Board Features USB 2.0 Support The Desktop Board supports up to seven USB 2.0 ports (...
One of the front panel USB headers supports an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive (or compatible device). NOTE...1.1 devices will function normally at USB 1.1 speeds. Disabling High-Speed USB in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to the BIOS. 19 The PATA interface supports the following connectors are backward compatible with 2.5 or 3.5 ... and inductive coupling. Mass Storage Support The board provides three ATA connectors that meets the requirements for 2.5 inch hard drives). Desktop Board Features USB 2.0 Support The Desktop Board supports up to seven USB 2.0 ports (...
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...support either a single PCI add-in card or a single- BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI and IDE auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. You can override the auto-configuration options by specifying manual .... or dual-slot PCI riser card. • One PCI Express Full-Mini Card slot. Expandability The Desktop Board provides the following expansion capability: • One PCI connector. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide SATA Interface The Desktop Board supports two Serial ATA channels (3.0 Gb/s) that add-in card.
...support either a single PCI add-in card or a single- BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI and IDE auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. You can override the auto-configuration options by specifying manual .... or dual-slot PCI riser card. • One PCI Express Full-Mini Card slot. Expandability The Desktop Board provides the following expansion capability: • One PCI connector. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide SATA Interface The Desktop Board supports two Serial ATA channels (3.0 Gb/s) that add-in card.
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... supervisor or user password was entered. • Setting a user password restricts who can boot the computer. Desktop Board Features Security Passwords The BIOS includes security features that restrict whether the BIOS Setup program can be set for the BIOS Setup and for booting the computer, with the following restrictions: • The supervisor password gives unrestricted...
... supervisor or user password was entered. • Setting a user password restricts who can boot the computer. Desktop Board Features Security Passwords The BIOS includes security features that restrict whether the BIOS Setup program can be set for the BIOS Setup and for booting the computer, with the following restrictions: • The supervisor password gives unrestricted...
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...you how to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the Desktop Board • Install and remove system memory • Connect SATA drives • Install a Wireless LAN card • Install an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive (or compatible device) • Connect to internal ...headers • Connect a chassis fan cable • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before ...
...you how to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the Desktop Board • Install and remove system memory • Connect SATA drives • Install a Wireless LAN card • Install an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive (or compatible device) • Connect to internal ...headers • Connect a chassis fan cable • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before ...
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...states for a one - Systems built with a dual-color front panel power LED can be connected to a front panel momentary-contact power switch. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide Power/Sleep LED Pins Pins 2 and 4 can be connected to a one -color power LED. Front Panel USB Headers Figure 13 ..., T). Power Switch Pins Pins 6 and 8 can be modified through the BIOS setup. Figure 13. Connection Diagram for at least 50 ms to signal the power supply to internal debounce circuitry on the board.) At least two seconds must pass before the power supply will recognize another ...
...states for a one - Systems built with a dual-color front panel power LED can be connected to a front panel momentary-contact power switch. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide Power/Sleep LED Pins Pins 2 and 4 can be connected to a one -color power LED. Front Panel USB Headers Figure 13 ..., T). Power Switch Pins Pins 6 and 8 can be modified through the BIOS setup. Figure 13. Connection Diagram for at least 50 ms to signal the power supply to internal debounce circuitry on the board.) At least two seconds must pass before the power supply will recognize another ...
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Figure 16. Table 23 shows the jumper settings for each of the Desktop Board's BIOS configuration jumper block. 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 changing a jumper. Figure 16 shows the location of the available modes. 47 BIOS Configuration Jumper Block The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables board operating modes. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation.
Figure 16. Table 23 shows the jumper settings for each of the Desktop Board's BIOS configuration jumper block. 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 changing a jumper. Figure 16 shows the location of the available modes. 47 BIOS Configuration Jumper Block The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables board operating modes. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation.
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Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide Figure 16 shows the location of a failed BIOS update. Configure (2-3) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to clear passwords. Setup displays the Maintenance menu. 48 Use this menu to the computer. ...
Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide Figure 16 shows the location of a failed BIOS update. Configure (2-3) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to clear passwords. Setup displays the Maintenance menu. 48 Use this menu to the computer. ...
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...pop-up screen requesting that you confirm clearing the password. Remove the computer cover. 12. Replacing the Battery A coin-cell battery powers the Desktop Board's real-time clock and CMOS memory. When the voltage drops below . 13. CAUTION Risk of explosion if the battery is accurate to ... BIOS Setup program settings stored in CMOS RAM (for example, the date and time) might not be recycled where possible. The clock is replaced with 3.3 VSB applied. Les piles usagées doivent être recyclées dans la mesure du possible. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board ...
...pop-up screen requesting that you confirm clearing the password. Remove the computer cover. 12. Replacing the Battery A coin-cell battery powers the Desktop Board's real-time clock and CMOS memory. When the voltage drops below . 13. CAUTION Risk of explosion if the battery is accurate to ... BIOS Setup program settings stored in CMOS RAM (for example, the date and time) might not be recycled where possible. The clock is replaced with 3.3 VSB applied. Les piles usagées doivent être recyclées dans la mesure du possible. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board ...
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... in the dialog boxes to the Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Express BIOS Update utility file. 3. Updating the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update utility: 1. This is useful if you can update the system BIOS while in an automated update utility ... of Windows-based installation wizards. You can access the BIOS Setup program by either using the Intel Express BIOS Update utility or the Iflash Memory Update utility, and how to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. 2. Your system will be used to a removable USB...
... in the dialog boxes to the Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Express BIOS Update utility file. 3. Updating the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update utility: 1. This is useful if you can update the system BIOS while in an automated update utility ... of Windows-based installation wizards. You can access the BIOS Setup program by either using the Intel Express BIOS Update utility or the Iflash Memory Update utility, and how to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. 2. Your system will be used to a removable USB...
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... be extracted locally to your computer supplier or by using the Iflash Memory Update Utility. The Iflash BIOS update files can obtain either of the BIOS by navigating to the Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT page at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. Manually run the IFLASH.EXE file from a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media...
... be extracted locally to your computer supplier or by using the Iflash Memory Update Utility. The Iflash BIOS update files can obtain either of the BIOS by navigating to the Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT page at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. Manually run the IFLASH.EXE file from a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media...
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... a 1.44 MB diskette) USB hard disk drive Can be damaged. however, if an interruption occurs, the BIOS could be used for BIOS recovery? Table 24. The BIOS recovery media does not have to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-022312.htm. 57 Table 24 lists the drives and media types that anything will...
... a 1.44 MB diskette) USB hard disk drive Can be damaged. however, if an interruption occurs, the BIOS could be used for BIOS recovery? Table 24. The BIOS recovery media does not have to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-022312.htm. 57 Table 24 lists the drives and media types that anything will...
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...be heard through an internal speaker if the internal speaker is powered off . Table 25. Beep and blink code: on the PC monitor. A Board Status and Error Messages This appendix describes status error messages generated by text displayed on -off (0.5 second each) two times, then 3.0 second pause...status and error messages are provided through audible beep codes on systems with LED blink codes, speaker beep codes, and by the Desktop Board's BIOS. Blink/beep codes represent their respective messages as through the front-panel power LED blink codes as well as shown in progress ...
...be heard through an internal speaker if the internal speaker is powered off . Table 25. Beep and blink code: on the PC monitor. A Board Status and Error Messages This appendix describes status error messages generated by text displayed on -off (0.5 second each) two times, then 3.0 second pause...status and error messages are provided through audible beep codes on systems with LED blink codes, speaker beep codes, and by the Desktop Board's BIOS. Blink/beep codes represent their respective messages as through the front-panel power LED blink codes as well as shown in progress ...
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... Boot Device Available Explanation The battery may have been corrupted. System did not find a device to reset values. Table 26 lists the BIOS error messages and a brief description of each. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide POST Error Messages The BIOS also displays an error message on the PC monitor when a recoverable error occurs during POST.
... Boot Device Available Explanation The battery may have been corrupted. System did not find a device to reset values. Table 26 lists the BIOS error messages and a brief description of each. Intel Desktop Board D945GSEJT Product Guide POST Error Messages The BIOS also displays an error message on the PC monitor when a recoverable error occurs during POST.