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...Use Only for Intended Applications All Intel Desktop Boards are used in this product for other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other hardware components 3 Updating the BIOS: instructions on how to important ...BIOS A Error Messages and Indicators: information about BIOS error messages and beep codes B Regulatory Compliance: safety standards, regulations, and product certifications Conventions The following conventions are evaluated as medical, industrial, alarm systems, test equipment, etc. Intended Audience The Product Guide is not intended for Intel® Desktop Board DG43NB...
...Use Only for Intended Applications All Intel Desktop Boards are used in this product for other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other hardware components 3 Updating the BIOS: instructions on how to important ...BIOS A Error Messages and Indicators: information about BIOS error messages and beep codes B Regulatory Compliance: safety standards, regulations, and product certifications Conventions The following conventions are evaluated as medical, industrial, alarm systems, test equipment, etc. Intended Audience The Product Guide is not intended for Intel® Desktop Board DG43NB...
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Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...13 Intel® G43 Express Chipset 14 Intel G43 Graphics Subsystem 14 PCI Express x16 Graphics 15 Audio Subsystem 16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller 16 LAN Subsystem 17 LAN ...Subsystem Software 17 LAN Status Indicators 17 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support 18 Enhanced IDE Interface 18 Serial ATA...18 Expandability...18 BIOS ...19 Serial...
Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...13 Intel® G43 Express Chipset 14 Intel G43 Graphics Subsystem 14 PCI Express x16 Graphics 15 Audio Subsystem 16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller 16 LAN Subsystem 17 LAN ...Subsystem Software 17 LAN Status Indicators 17 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support 18 Enhanced IDE Interface 18 Serial ATA...18 Expandability...18 BIOS ...19 Serial...
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Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Installing and Removing a Processor 29 Installing a Processor 29 Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink 32 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 33 Removing ... Clearing Passwords 51 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 59 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Iflash Memory Update Utility 60 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 60 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File 60 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update...
Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Installing and Removing a Processor 29 Installing a Processor 29 Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink 32 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 33 Removing ... Clearing Passwords 51 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 59 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Iflash Memory Update Utility 60 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 60 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File 60 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update...
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.... Install the Processor 31 11. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 34 14. Use DDR2 DIMMs 35 15. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block 50 25. HD Audio Link Header Signal Names 44 6. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names 45 9. Installing... 2. Lift the Socket Lever 29 7. LAN Connector LEDs 18 5. Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Signal Names 46 13. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Components 11 2. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Mounting Screw Hole Locations 28 6. Installing a DIMM 36 16. Installing a PCI Express x16 Card 38 17. Removing a PCI ...
.... Install the Processor 31 11. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 34 14. Use DDR2 DIMMs 35 15. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block 50 25. HD Audio Link Header Signal Names 44 6. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names 45 9. Installing... 2. Lift the Socket Lever 29 7. LAN Connector LEDs 18 5. Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Signal Names 46 13. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Components 11 2. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Mounting Screw Hole Locations 28 6. Installing a DIMM 36 16. Installing a PCI Express x16 Card 38 17. Removing a PCI ...
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Lead-Free Second Level Interconnect Marks 71 19. China RoHS Environmentally Friendly Use Period Mark 72 20. Safety Standards 65 18. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 51 15. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide 14. BIOS Error Messages 63 17. EMC Regulations 74 21. Product Certification Markings 76 viii Beep Codes 63 16.
Lead-Free Second Level Interconnect Marks 71 19. China RoHS Environmentally Friendly Use Period Mark 72 20. Safety Standards 65 18. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 51 15. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide 14. BIOS Error Messages 63 17. EMC Regulations 74 21. Product Certification Markings 76 viii Beep Codes 63 16.
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...Innovation Framework for EFI • 32 Mbit symmetrical flash memory device • Support for SMBIOS • Intel® Rapid BIOS Boot • Intel® Express BIOS Update Power Management • Support for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) • Suspend to ... x64 Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Home For more information about Intel Desktop Board DG43NB, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. 10 Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Table 1.
...Innovation Framework for EFI • 32 Mbit symmetrical flash memory device • Support for SMBIOS • Intel® Rapid BIOS Boot • Intel® Express BIOS Update Power Management • Support for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) • Suspend to ... x64 Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Home For more information about Intel Desktop Board DG43NB, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. 10 Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Table 1.
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...- or double-sided DIMMs (except double-sided DIMMs with the Desktop Board and must be populated with gold-plated contacts • Support for Intel Desktop Board DG43NB, http://processormatch.intel.com Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be purchased separately. Processors are not included with x16 organization...
...- or double-sided DIMMs (except double-sided DIMMs with the Desktop Board and must be populated with gold-plated contacts • Support for Intel Desktop Board DG43NB, http://processormatch.intel.com Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be purchased separately. Processors are not included with x16 organization...
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...are backward compatible with PCI Express 1.1 add-in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to accommodate operating systems that fully support USB 2.0 transfer rates. Enhanced IDE Interface The board's IDE interface handles the exchange of information between the ...connectors • Three PCI bus connectors 18 Expandability For system expansion, the Desktop Board provides the following expansion slots: • One PCI Express 2.0 x16 connector (also compatible with USB 1.1 devices. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Table 4. The interface supports: • Up to three internal...
...are backward compatible with PCI Express 1.1 add-in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to accommodate operating systems that fully support USB 2.0 transfer rates. Enhanced IDE Interface The board's IDE interface handles the exchange of information between the ...connectors • Three PCI bus connectors 18 Expandability For system expansion, the Desktop Board provides the following expansion slots: • One PCI Express 2.0 x16 connector (also compatible with USB 1.1 devices. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Table 4. The interface supports: • Up to three internal...
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...are set for the BIOS Setup and for viewing and changing depending on page 51. 19 A supervisor password and a user password can be set , you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card. Desktop Board Features BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the ...PCI/PCI Express auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. You do not need to view and change all Setup options. Security ...
...are set for the BIOS Setup and for viewing and changing depending on page 51. 19 A supervisor password and a user password can be set , you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card. Desktop Board Features BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the ...PCI/PCI Express auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. You do not need to view and change all Setup options. Security ...
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...Keyboard/Mouse ⎯ Wake from an AC power failure, the computer returns to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. The Desktop Board has two power connectors. The use of a computer. When resuming from USB ⎯ Power Management Event signal (PME... operating system direct control over the power management and Plug and Play functions of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an operating system that provides full ACPI support. Desktop Board Features Power Management Features Power management is implemented at several levels, including: • Software support...
...Keyboard/Mouse ⎯ Wake from an AC power failure, the computer returns to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. The Desktop Board has two power connectors. The use of a computer. When resuming from USB ⎯ Power Management Event signal (PME... operating system direct control over the power management and Plug and Play functions of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an operating system that provides full ACPI support. Desktop Board Features Power Management Features Power management is implemented at several levels, including: • Software support...
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... discharge (ESD) can damage components. Follow these guidelines before 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 the...the internal headers • Connect to the onboard audio system • Connect chassis fan and power supply cables • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before You Begin CAUTION The procedures in this chapter. Perform the procedures...
... discharge (ESD) can damage components. Follow these guidelines before 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 the...the internal headers • Connect to the onboard audio system • Connect chassis fan and power supply cables • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before You Begin CAUTION The procedures in this chapter. Perform the procedures...
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Location of the Desktop Board's BIOS configuration jumper block. Figure 24. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper NOTE Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before moving the jumper. Figure 24 shows the location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables all board configurations to be done in unreliable computer operation. Table 14 shows the jumper settings for the BIOS Setup program modes. 50 Moving the jumper with the power on may result in the BIOS Setup program.
Location of the Desktop Board's BIOS configuration jumper block. Figure 24. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper NOTE Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before moving the jumper. Figure 24 shows the location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables all board configurations to be done in unreliable computer operation. Table 14 shows the jumper settings for the BIOS Setup program modes. 50 Moving the jumper with the power on may result in the BIOS Setup program.
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...runs, the BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Clearing Passwords This procedure assumes that you confirm clearing the password. Disconnect the computer's power cord from the AC power source. 51 Select Yes and press . Turn off the computer. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Table...the computer and the configuration jumper block is installed in the computer, turn on pins 2-3 as shown below. 6. Recovery (None) The BIOS recovers data in "Before You Begin" on page 25. 2. The computer starts the Setup program. Remove the computer cover. 4. Press...
...runs, the BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Clearing Passwords This procedure assumes that you confirm clearing the password. Disconnect the computer's power cord from the AC power source. 51 Select Yes and press . Turn off the computer. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Table...the computer and the configuration jumper block is installed in the computer, turn on pins 2-3 as shown below. 6. Recovery (None) The BIOS recovers data in "Before You Begin" on page 25. 2. The computer starts the Setup program. Remove the computer cover. 4. Press...
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... in accordance with an equivalent one. To restore normal operation, place the jumper on pins 1-2 as shown below a certain level, the BIOS Setup program settings stored in the computer, and turn on page 57 shows the location of the battery. PRECAUTION Risque d'explosion si la ...example, the date and time) might not be recycled where possible. Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. Figure 25 on the computer. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide 11. When the computer is accurate to ± 13 minutes/year at 25 ºC with an incorrect type. When the ...
... in accordance with an equivalent one. To restore normal operation, place the jumper on pins 1-2 as shown below a certain level, the BIOS Setup program settings stored in the computer, and turn on page 57 shows the location of the battery. PRECAUTION Risque d'explosion si la ...example, the date and time) might not be recycled where possible. Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. Figure 25 on the computer. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide 11. When the computer is accurate to ± 13 minutes/year at 25 ºC with an incorrect type. When the ...
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...-based installation wizards. 3 Updating the BIOS The BIOS Setup program can be rebooted at the last Express BIOS Update window. 5. 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 the Intel Desktop Board DG43NB page. Updating the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update utility: 1. This runs...
...-based installation wizards. 3 Updating the BIOS The BIOS Setup program can be rebooted at the last Express BIOS Update window. 5. 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 the Intel Desktop Board DG43NB page. Updating the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update utility: 1. This runs...
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... version of the BIOS by navigating to the Intel Desktop Board DG43NB page on the Intel World Wide Web site at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. Click on "Latest BIOS" to locate the latest BIOS files. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File The ISO Image BIOS update allows for the update of an Intel Desktop Board BIOS to the latest...
... version of the BIOS by navigating to the Intel Desktop Board DG43NB page on the Intel World Wide Web site at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. Click on "Latest BIOS" to locate the latest BIOS files. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File The ISO Image BIOS update allows for the update of an Intel Desktop Board BIOS to the latest...
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... drive and copied to a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media. At the "Welcome to the Intel Desktop Board BIOS Upgrade CD-ROM" page, press any key to upgrade the BIOS using the ISO Image BIOS file: 1. Wait for creating a bootable CD-ROM that was created in flash memory • Update the language section...
... drive and copied to a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media. At the "Welcome to the Intel Desktop Board BIOS Upgrade CD-ROM" page, press any key to upgrade the BIOS using the ISO Image BIOS file: 1. Wait for creating a bootable CD-ROM that was created in flash memory • Update the language section...
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... in the root directory will interrupt the BIOS update; Configure the BIOS or use the F10 option during POST to boot to a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media. 2. Due to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-022312.htm. 62 Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide CAUTION Do not interrupt the process or the...
... in the root directory will interrupt the BIOS update; Configure the BIOS or use the F10 option during POST to boot to a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media. 2. Due to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-022312.htm. 62 Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide CAUTION Do not interrupt the process or the...
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...was previously shutdown due to the amount of the BIOS error messages. Properly programmed SPD device data is achieved with equal amounts of memory installed in each channel. 63 A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DG43NB reports POST errors in Channel B. The firmware has... detected that the system date/time has not been set. Maximum memory performance is required for reliable operation. Table 15 lists the BIOS codes. Beep Codes Beep 3 ...
...was previously shutdown due to the amount of the BIOS error messages. Properly programmed SPD device data is achieved with equal amounts of memory installed in each channel. 63 A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DG43NB reports POST errors in Channel B. The firmware has... detected that the system date/time has not been set. Maximum memory performance is required for reliable operation. Table 15 lists the BIOS codes. Beep Codes Beep 3 ...