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...iii It is intended for general audiences. Use Only for Intended Applications All Intel Desktop Boards are used in this manual: CAUTION Cautions warn the user about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for other PC or embedded non-PC applications or... other hardware components 3 Updating the BIOS: instructions on how to install the Desktop Board and other environments, such as Information Technology Equipment (I.T.E.) for use in personal computers (PC) for installation in this product for Intel® Desktop Board DG43NB. may not ...
...iii It is intended for general audiences. Use Only for Intended Applications All Intel Desktop Boards are used in this manual: CAUTION Cautions warn the user about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for other PC or embedded non-PC applications or... other hardware components 3 Updating the BIOS: instructions on how to install the Desktop Board and other environments, such as Information Technology Equipment (I.T.E.) for use in personal computers (PC) for installation in this product for Intel® Desktop Board DG43NB. may not ...
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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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...Chassis Fan Cables 48 Power Supply Cables 49 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 50 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...
...Chassis Fan Cables 48 Power Supply Cables 49 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 50 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...
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Remove the Processor from the Protective Processor Cover 31 10. Connecting the IDE Cable 41 19. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block 50 25. Removing the Battery 57 26. Feature Summary 9 2. S/PDIF Connector Signal Names 44 7. Front ... 1. Chassis Intrusion Header Signal Names 44 8. Audio Jack Retasking Support 16 4. Contents Restriction of the +5 V Standby Power Indicator 23 4. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Components 11 2. Location of Hazardous Substances (RoHS 71 EU RoHS 71 China RoHS 72 EMC Regulations 74 Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC...
Remove the Processor from the Protective Processor Cover 31 10. Connecting the IDE Cable 41 19. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block 50 25. Removing the Battery 57 26. Feature Summary 9 2. S/PDIF Connector Signal Names 44 7. Front ... 1. Chassis Intrusion Header Signal Names 44 8. Audio Jack Retasking Support 16 4. Contents Restriction of the +5 V Standby Power Indicator 23 4. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Components 11 2. Location of Hazardous Substances (RoHS 71 EU RoHS 71 China RoHS 72 EMC Regulations 74 Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC...
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BIOS Error Messages 63 17. Lead-Free Second Level Interconnect Marks 71 19. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide 14. Safety Standards 65 18. EMC Regulations 74 21. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 51 15. China RoHS Environmentally Friendly Use Period Mark 72 20. Beep Codes 63 16. Product Certification Markings 76 viii
BIOS Error Messages 63 17. Lead-Free Second Level Interconnect Marks 71 19. Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide 14. Safety Standards 65 18. EMC Regulations 74 21. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 51 15. China RoHS Environmentally Friendly Use Period Mark 72 20. Beep Codes 63 16. Product Certification Markings 76 viii
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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 RAM ...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 RAM ...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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Processors are not included with gold-plated contacts • Support for normal operation. The BIOS will see a notification to 4.0 GB utilizing 1 Gb technology • A minimum of 512 MB of total memory is required 13 The Desktop Board supports ...single- Go to the board, or the system may result in damage to the following locations 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. Desktop Board Features Processor CAUTION ...
Processors are not included with gold-plated contacts • Support for normal operation. The BIOS will see a notification to 4.0 GB utilizing 1 Gb technology • A minimum of 512 MB of total memory is required 13 The Desktop Board supports ...single- Go to the board, or the system may result in damage to the following locations 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. Desktop Board Features Processor CAUTION ...
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...Board supports six Serial ATA channels (3.0 Gb/s) via ICH10. USB 2.0 ports are backward compatible with PCI Express 1.1 add-in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to three internal headers) via ICH10, connecting one device per channel. 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. USB 2.0 support requires both an operating system and drivers that do not support USB 2.0. The interface ...
...Board supports six Serial ATA channels (3.0 Gb/s) via ICH10. USB 2.0 ports are backward compatible with PCI Express 1.1 add-in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to three internal headers) via ICH10, connecting one device per channel. 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. USB 2.0 support requires both an operating system and drivers that do not support USB 2.0. The interface ...
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... password prompt is displayed before the computer is stored in card. You can enter either the supervisor password or the user password to run the BIOS Setup program after you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device. For instructions on resetting the password,... passwords are then available for a password. If only the supervisor password is set , you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card in the BIOS Setup program. Setup options are set , the computer boots without asking for viewing and changing depending on page 51. 19 The...
... password prompt is displayed before the computer is stored in card. You can enter either the supervisor password or the user password to run the BIOS Setup program after you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device. For instructions on resetting the password,... passwords are then available for a password. If only the supervisor password is set , you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card in the BIOS Setup program. Setup options are set , the computer boots without asking for viewing and changing depending on page 51. 19 The...
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... support: ⎯ Power connectors ⎯ Fan headers ⎯ LAN wake capabilities ⎯ Instantly Available PC technology (Suspend to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can be set by using the Last Power State feature in before power...
... support: ⎯ Power connectors ⎯ Fan headers ⎯ LAN wake capabilities ⎯ Instantly Available PC technology (Suspend to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can be set by using the Last Power State feature in before power...
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... cables • Connect to 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 assume familiarity with the general terminology associated...
... cables • Connect to 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 assume familiarity with the general terminology associated...
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Figure 24. Location of the Desktop Board's BIOS configuration jumper block. 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. 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. 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. Location of the Desktop Board's BIOS configuration jumper block. 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. 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. 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.
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Recovery (None) The BIOS recovers data in the computer and the configuration jumper block is set to boot. 7. Turn off the computer. Setup displays the Maintenance menu. 8. Installing and ... This procedure assumes that you confirm clearing the password. Setup displays the maintenance menu again. 9. Configure (2-3) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Press and Setup displays a pop-up screen requesting that the board is installed in the event of a failed...
Recovery (None) The BIOS recovers data in the computer and the configuration jumper block is set to boot. 7. Turn off the computer. Setup displays the Maintenance menu. 8. Installing and ... This procedure assumes that you confirm clearing the password. Setup displays the maintenance menu again. 9. Configure (2-3) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Press and Setup displays a pop-up screen requesting that the board is installed in the event of a failed...
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... usagées doit respecter les réglementations locales en vigueur en matière de protection de l'environnement. Batterier bør om muligt genbruges. OBS! Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide 11. When the voltage drops below . 13. Figure 25 on pins 1-2 as shown below a certain level, the... BIOS Setup program settings stored in accordance with an incorrect type. PRECAUTION Risque d'explosion si la pile usagée est remplacée par une pile de...
... usagées doit respecter les réglementations locales en vigueur en matière de protection de l'environnement. Batterier bør om muligt genbruges. OBS! Intel Desktop Board DG43NB Product Guide 11. When the voltage drops below . 13. Figure 25 on pins 1-2 as shown below a certain level, the... BIOS Setup program settings stored in accordance with an incorrect type. PRECAUTION Risque d'explosion si la pile usagée est remplacée par une pile de...
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... combines the functionality of the Intel® Flash Memory Update Utility and the ease of use of Windows-based installation wizards. Updating the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update utility: 1. Navigate to the Intel World Wide Web site: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 2.... update the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility With the Intel Express BIOS Update utility you can be rebooted at the last Express BIOS Update window. 5. Click on your hard drive. (You can access the BIOS Setup program by either using the Intel Express BIOS Update utility ...
... combines the functionality of the Intel® Flash Memory Update Utility and the ease of use of Windows-based installation wizards. Updating the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update utility: 1. Navigate to the Intel World Wide Web site: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 2.... update the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility With the Intel Express BIOS Update utility you can be rebooted at the last Express BIOS Update window. 5. Click on your hard drive. (You can access the BIOS Setup program by either using the Intel Express BIOS Update utility ...
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... a bootable CD that contains the files you need to remove the BIOS configuration jumper. 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 production release regardless of the operating system installed on...
... a bootable CD that contains the files you need to remove the BIOS configuration jumper. 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 production release regardless of the operating system installed on...
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... not interrupt the process or the system may take up to 5 minutes. NOTE Copying the ISO Image BIOS file to CD will automatically update your hard drive and copied to : • Update the BIOS and Intel Management Engine in the CD-ROM drive of uncompressing and writing an ISO image file to CD..., burn the data to your BIOS. The system will boot from CD-ROM" prompt appears, press the Enter key. The...
... not interrupt the process or the system may take up to 5 minutes. NOTE Copying the ISO Image BIOS file to CD will automatically update your hard drive and copied to : • Update the BIOS and Intel Management Engine in the CD-ROM drive of uncompressing and writing an ISO image file to CD..., burn the data to your BIOS. The system will boot from CD-ROM" prompt appears, press the Enter key. The...
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... recovery requirements, a CD-R with the .BIO file in the root directory will interrupt the BIOS update; Recovering the BIOS It is unlikely that anything will be damaged. NOTE For more information about updating the Intel Desktop Board BIOS or recovering from the USB device and manually update the BIOS. Configure the BIOS or use the F10 option...
... recovery requirements, a CD-R with the .BIO file in the root directory will interrupt the BIOS update; Recovering the BIOS It is unlikely that anything will be damaged. NOTE For more information about updating the Intel Desktop Board BIOS or recovering from the USB device and manually update the BIOS. Configure the BIOS or use the F10 option...
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... with equal amounts of memory 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 or no card installed) or if an... shutdown due to a thermal event (overheating). A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DG43NB reports POST errors in Channel B. Beep Codes Beep 3 Siren Description No memory Processor overheat (on the monitor BIOS Beep Codes The BIOS also issues a beep code (one long tone followed by two short tones...
... with equal amounts of memory 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 or no card installed) or if an... shutdown due to a thermal event (overheating). A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DG43NB reports POST errors in Channel B. Beep Codes Beep 3 Siren Description No memory Processor overheat (on the monitor BIOS Beep Codes The BIOS also issues a beep code (one long tone followed by two short tones...