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... WARRANTY, RELATING TO SALE AND/OR USE OF INTEL PRODUCTS INCLUDING LIABILITY OR WARRANTIES RELATING TO FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, MERCHANTABILITY, OR INFRINGEMENT OF ANY PATENT, COPYRIGHT OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT. Desktop Board DG45FC may contain design defects or errors known as the...use in medical, life saving, or life sustaining applications. Revision History Revision -001 Revision History First release of the Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Date May 2008 If an FCC declaration of conformity marking is subject to the following statement applies: FCC ...
... WARRANTY, RELATING TO SALE AND/OR USE OF INTEL PRODUCTS INCLUDING LIABILITY OR WARRANTIES RELATING TO FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, MERCHANTABILITY, OR INFRINGEMENT OF ANY PATENT, COPYRIGHT OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT. Desktop Board DG45FC may contain design defects or errors known as the...use in medical, life saving, or life sustaining applications. Revision History Revision -001 Revision History First release of the Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Date May 2008 If an FCC declaration of conformity marking is subject to the following statement applies: FCC ...
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... locations. may not be supported without further evaluation by Intel. Preface This Product Guide gives information about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for technically qualified personnel. Intended Audience The Product Guide is not intended for installation in personal computers (PC) for general audiences. It is intended for Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC.
... locations. may not be supported without further evaluation by Intel. Preface This Product Guide gives information about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for technically qualified personnel. Intended Audience The Product Guide is not intended for installation in personal computers (PC) for general audiences. It is intended for Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC.
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Term Description GB Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) GHz Gigahertz (one billion hertz) KB Kilobyte (1024 bytes) MB Megabyte (1,048,576 bytes) Mbit Megabit (1,048,576 bits) MHz Megahertz (one million hertz) iv Terminology The table below gives descriptions of some common terms used in the product guide. Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide NOTE Notes call attention to important information.
Term Description GB Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) GHz Gigahertz (one billion hertz) KB Kilobyte (1024 bytes) MB Megabyte (1,048,576 bytes) Mbit Megabit (1,048,576 bits) MHz Megahertz (one million hertz) iv Terminology The table below gives descriptions of some common terms used in the product guide. Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide NOTE Notes call attention to important information.
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Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...13 Intel® G45 Express Chipset 14 Intel G45 Graphics Subsystem 15 DVI-I Support 15 HDMI* Technology Support 15 Intel® Viiv™ Technology 15 Audio Subsystem 16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller 17 LAN Subsystem 17 LAN... CIR 25 ENERGY STAR* Qualified 25 Speaker...25 Battery ...25 Real-Time Clock 25 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin 27 Installation Precautions 28 Prevent Power Supply Overload 28 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements 28 v
Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...13 Intel® G45 Express Chipset 14 Intel G45 Graphics Subsystem 15 DVI-I Support 15 HDMI* Technology Support 15 Intel® Viiv™ Technology 15 Audio Subsystem 16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller 17 LAN Subsystem 17 LAN... CIR 25 ENERGY STAR* Qualified 25 Speaker...25 Battery ...25 Real-Time Clock 25 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin 27 Installation Precautions 28 Prevent Power Supply Overload 28 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements 28 v
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Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Installing the I/O Shield 29 Installing and Removing the Desktop Board 30 Installing and Removing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink 34 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 35 Removing the ...Supply Cables 47 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 48 Clearing Passwords 49 Replacing the Battery 50 3 Updating the BIOS 55 Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 55 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Iflash Memory Update Utility ...56 Obtaining the...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Installing the I/O Shield 29 Installing and Removing the Desktop Board 30 Installing and Removing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink 34 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 35 Removing the ...Supply Cables 47 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 48 Clearing Passwords 49 Replacing the Battery 50 3 Updating the BIOS 55 Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 55 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Iflash Memory Update Utility ...56 Obtaining the...
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... Connecting Power Supply Cables 47 21. LAN Status LEDs 18 3. Removing the Battery 54 23. LAN Connector LEDs 18 vii Desktop Board DG45FC Components 11 2. Lift the Socket Lever 31 7. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 36 14. Internal Headers and Connectors 41 18....Fan Heat Sink Cable 35 13. Connecting a Serial ATA Cable 40 17. Location of the +5 V Standby Power Indicator 24 4. Desktop Board DG45FC Components 12 3. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 32 9. Location of Hazardous Substances (RoHS 73 EU RoHS 73 China RoHS 74 EMC Regulations...
... Connecting Power Supply Cables 47 21. LAN Status LEDs 18 3. Removing the Battery 54 23. LAN Connector LEDs 18 vii Desktop Board DG45FC Components 11 2. Lift the Socket Lever 31 7. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 36 14. Internal Headers and Connectors 41 18....Fan Heat Sink Cable 35 13. Connecting a Serial ATA Cable 40 17. Location of the +5 V Standby Power Indicator 24 4. Desktop Board DG45FC Components 12 3. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 32 9. Location of Hazardous Substances (RoHS 73 EU RoHS 73 China RoHS 74 EMC Regulations...
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... Intrusion Header 42 7. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header Signal Names 43 8. BIOS Error Messages 65 16. Lead-Free Second Level Interconnect Marks 73 18. Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide 5. Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header 44 12. Product Certification Markings 78 viii USB 2.0 Header Signal Names 43 10.
... Intrusion Header 42 7. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header Signal Names 43 8. BIOS Error Messages 65 16. Lead-Free Second Level Interconnect Marks 73 18. Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide 5. Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header 44 12. Product Certification Markings 78 viii USB 2.0 Header Signal Names 43 10.
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... the Desktop Board. Table 1 summarizes the major features of Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC. Table 1. Feature Summary Form Factor Processor Main Memory Chipset Graphics Audio Mini-ITX (171.45 millimeters [6.75 inches] x 171.45 millimeters [6.75 inches]) Support for an Intel®... GB of system memory Intel® G45 Express Chipset consisting of: • Intel G45 Express Chipset Graphics and Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) • Intel® 82801JR I/O Controller Hub (ICH10R) • Intel G45 Express Chipset with Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD (Intel® GMA X4500HD)...
... the Desktop Board. Table 1 summarizes the major features of Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC. Table 1. Feature Summary Form Factor Processor Main Memory Chipset Graphics Audio Mini-ITX (171.45 millimeters [6.75 inches] x 171.45 millimeters [6.75 inches]) Support for an Intel®... GB of system memory Intel® G45 Express Chipset consisting of: • Intel G45 Express Chipset Graphics and Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) • Intel® 82801JR I/O Controller Hub (ICH10R) • Intel G45 Express Chipset with Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD (Intel® GMA X4500HD)...
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... Basic 64-bit edition • Microsoft Windows* XP Media Center Edition 2005 • Microsoft Windows XP Professional • Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Home For more information about Desktop Board DG45FC, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. 10
... Basic 64-bit edition • Microsoft Windows* XP Media Center Edition 2005 • Microsoft Windows XP Professional • Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Home For more information about Desktop Board DG45FC, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. 10
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Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Desktop Board DG45FC. Desktop Board DG45FC Components 11 Figure 1.
Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Desktop Board DG45FC. Desktop Board DG45FC Components 11 Figure 1.
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...sided DIMMs with all applicable Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be purchased separately. Desktop Board DG45FC supports an Intel processor in damage to the board, or the system may not function properly. Processors are not supported 13 Desktop Board Features Processor CAUTION Failure to...will see a notification to configure the memory controller for Desktop Board DG45FC, http://processormatch.intel.com Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with x16 organization are not included with the Desktop Board and must be populated with DIMMs that support the ...
...sided DIMMs with all applicable Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be purchased separately. Desktop Board DG45FC supports an Intel processor in damage to the board, or the system may not function properly. Processors are not supported 13 Desktop Board Features Processor CAUTION Failure to...will see a notification to configure the memory controller for Desktop Board DG45FC, http://processormatch.intel.com Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with x16 organization are not included with the Desktop Board and must be populated with DIMMs that support the ...
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... The ICH10R is a centralized controller for more of the following devices: • Intel G45 Express Chipset Graphics and Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) with Direct Media Interface (DMI) • Intel 82801JR I /O paths. This could result in a reduction of as much as...Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide NOTE System resources and hardware (such as 1 GB or more information about: • SDRAM specifications, http://intel.com/technology/memory/ • Installing memory, page 35 in Chapter 2 • Tested memory, http://cmtlabs.com/mbsearch.asp or http://intel.com/products/motherboard...
... The ICH10R is a centralized controller for more of the following devices: • Intel G45 Express Chipset Graphics and Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) with Direct Media Interface (DMI) • Intel 82801JR I /O paths. This could result in a reduction of as much as...Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide NOTE System resources and hardware (such as 1 GB or more information about: • SDRAM specifications, http://intel.com/technology/memory/ • Installing memory, page 35 in Chapter 2 • Tested memory, http://cmtlabs.com/mbsearch.asp or http://intel.com/products/motherboard...
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...* Technology Support The HDMI port supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multichannel digital audio on a single cable. Desktop Board Features Intel G45 Graphics Subsystem The Intel G45 Express Chipset provides DVI-I and HDMI support via the DVI-I port supports both digital and analog DVI displays. The HDMI ...Video Memory Technology (DVMT) 5.0 • Advanced display support, including: ⎯ DVI specification 1.0 compliance ⎯ Dual independent display support via the integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD (GMA X4500HD) graphics controller.
...* Technology Support The HDMI port supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multichannel digital audio on a single cable. Desktop Board Features Intel G45 Graphics Subsystem The Intel G45 Express Chipset provides DVI-I and HDMI support via the DVI-I port supports both digital and analog DVI displays. The HDMI ...Video Memory Technology (DVMT) 5.0 • Advanced display support, including: ⎯ DVI specification 1.0 compliance ⎯ Dual independent display support via the integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD (GMA X4500HD) graphics controller.
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Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Audio Subsystem The onboard audio subsystem consists of the following: • Intel ICH10R I/O controller hub • IDT 92HD73E audio codec • Intel High Definition Audio front panel audio header • Back panel audio connectors including an optical S/... Home Theater certified audio Go to the following locations for more information about: • Audio drivers and utilities http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ • Location of the onboard audio headers, Figure 17 on page 41 • The location and description of the...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Audio Subsystem The onboard audio subsystem consists of the following: • Intel ICH10R I/O controller hub • IDT 92HD73E audio codec • Intel High Definition Audio front panel audio header • Back panel audio connectors including an optical S/... Home Theater certified audio Go to the following locations for more information about: • Audio drivers and utilities http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ • Location of the onboard audio headers, Figure 17 on page 41 • The location and description of the...
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These LEDs indicate the operating states of the LAN. 17 Desktop Board Features Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller The I/O controller features the following: • Low pin count (LPC) interface • One serial port interface via an onboard ...power management For information about LAN software and drivers go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop LAN Subsystem Software For LAN software and drivers, refer to the DG45FC link on Intel's World Wide Web site at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. LAN Status Indicators Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN...
These LEDs indicate the operating states of the LAN. 17 Desktop Board Features Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller The I/O controller features the following: • Low pin count (LPC) interface • One serial port interface via an onboard ...power management For information about LAN software and drivers go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop LAN Subsystem Software For LAN software and drivers, refer to the DG45FC link on Intel's World Wide Web site at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. LAN Status Indicators Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN...
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...USB 1.1 devices will function normally at USB 1.1 speeds. USB 2.0 support requires both an operating system and drivers that do not support USB 2.0. 18 Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Figure 2. Disabling Hi-Speed USB in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to two internal headers) via ICH10R. Table 4. This may... and the LAN subsystem is occurring 10 Mb/s data rate 100 Mb/s data rate 1000 Mb/s data rate Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support The Desktop Board supports up to 10 USB 2.0 ports (six ports routed to the back panel and four ports routed to USB 1.1 operation. USB 2.0 ports...
...USB 1.1 devices will function normally at USB 1.1 speeds. USB 2.0 support requires both an operating system and drivers that do not support USB 2.0. 18 Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Figure 2. Disabling Hi-Speed USB in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to two internal headers) via ICH10R. Table 4. This may... and the LAN subsystem is occurring 10 Mb/s data rate 100 Mb/s data rate 1000 Mb/s data rate Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support The Desktop Board supports up to 10 USB 2.0 ports (six ports routed to the back panel and four ports routed to USB 1.1 operation. USB 2.0 ports...
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... your system via ICH10R, connecting one PCI Express 1.1 x1 connector. 19 data striping • RAID 1 - It allows you can be recovered. Intel® Rapid Recover Technology (Intel® RRT) The Desktop Board incorporates Intel Rapid Recover Technology which enables the following RAID (Redundant Array of a hard drive failure. One channel is configured as booting from...
... your system via ICH10R, connecting one PCI Express 1.1 x1 connector. 19 data striping • RAID 1 - It allows you can be recovered. Intel® Rapid Recover Technology (Intel® RRT) The Desktop Board incorporates Intel Rapid Recover Technology which enables the following RAID (Redundant Array of a hard drive failure. One channel is configured as booting from...
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Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI Express and SATA auto-configuration utilities, and ...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI Express and SATA auto-configuration utilities, and ...
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... to enable Intel Quiet System Technology. • Thermally monitored closed-loop fan control, for all onboard fans, that can be connected to the chassis intrusion header on the chassis that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Desktop Board Features Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of Desktop Board DG45FC enable the board to be...
... to enable Intel Quiet System Technology. • Thermally monitored closed-loop fan control, for all onboard fans, that can be connected to the chassis intrusion header on the chassis that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Desktop Board Features Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of Desktop Board DG45FC enable the board to be...
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... State feature in before power was interrupted (either on page 47 for the location of the power connectors. 22 The Desktop Board has two power connectors. When an ACPI-enabled computer receives the correct command, the power supply removes all non-standby voltages... capabilities ⎯ Instantly Available PC technology (Suspend to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Power Management Features Power management is implemented at several levels, including: • Software support through system control. When resuming...
... State feature in before power was interrupted (either on page 47 for the location of the power connectors. 22 The Desktop Board has two power connectors. When an ACPI-enabled computer receives the correct command, the power supply removes all non-standby voltages... capabilities ⎯ Instantly Available PC technology (Suspend to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Power Management Features Power management is implemented at several levels, including: • Software support through system control. When resuming...