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...or implied warranty, relating to any time, without notice. Intel, the Intel logo, and Intel Atom are available on request. Revision History Revision Revision History -001 First release of the Intel® Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Date June 2010 Disclaimer Information in this document...and other intellectual property right. Intel may cause the product to deviate from Intel Corporation by going to the World Wide Web site at any intellectual property rights is provided in connection with Intel® products. Intel Desktop Board D525MW may contain design defects or ...
...or implied warranty, relating to any time, without notice. Intel, the Intel logo, and Intel Atom are available on request. Revision History Revision Revision History -001 First release of the Intel® Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Date June 2010 Disclaimer Information in this document...and other intellectual property right. Intel may cause the product to deviate from Intel Corporation by going to the World Wide Web site at any intellectual property rights is provided in connection with Intel® products. Intel Desktop Board D525MW may contain design defects or ...
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The suitability of this product for Intel® Desktop Board D525MW. Document Organization The chapters in this manual: CAUTION Cautions warn the user about BIOS error messages and beep codes B Regulatory Compliance: safety and EMC ... to update the BIOS A BIOS Error Messages: information about how to prevent damage to important information. may not be supported without further evaluation by Intel. Intended Uses All Intel® Desktop Boards are used in this Product Guide are arranged as follows: 1 Desktop Board Features: a summary of product features 2 Installing and...
The suitability of this product for Intel® Desktop Board D525MW. Document Organization The chapters in this manual: CAUTION Cautions warn the user about BIOS error messages and beep codes B Regulatory Compliance: safety and EMC ... to update the BIOS A BIOS Error Messages: information about how to prevent damage to important information. may not be supported without further evaluation by Intel. Intended Uses All Intel® Desktop Boards are used in this Product Guide are arranged as follows: 1 Desktop Board Features: a summary of product features 2 Installing and...
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Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Terminology The table below gives descriptions to some common terms used in the product guide. Term GB GHz KB MB Mbit MHz Description Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) Gigahertz (one billion hertz) Kilobyte (1024 bytes) Megabyte (1,048,576 bytes) Megabit (1,048,576 bits) Megahertz (one million hertz) iv
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Terminology The table below gives descriptions to some common terms used in the product guide. Term GB GHz KB MB Mbit MHz Description Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) Gigahertz (one billion hertz) Kilobyte (1024 bytes) Megabyte (1,048,576 bytes) Megabit (1,048,576 bits) Megahertz (one million hertz) iv
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and Component-Level Certifications 63 ENERGY STAR*, e-Standby, and ErP Compliance 64 vi Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 47 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility 48 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 48 Using the Iflash ...
and Component-Level Certifications 63 ENERGY STAR*, e-Standby, and ErP Compliance 64 vi Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 47 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility 48 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 48 Using the Iflash ...
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...a Full-Mini Card Wireless LAN Card 30 10. Location of the Standby Power Indicator 20 5. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Components 12 3. Front Panel Audio Header for Intel HD Audio 34 6. BIOS Beep Codes 51 16. ENERGY STAR Requirements 64 vii LAN Status LEDs ...Header (COM 1 35 9. Front Panel USB Header 35 10. Intel Desktop Board D525MW China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table 58 Tables 1. Audio Jack Support 15 4. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Mounting Screw Holes 27 7. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Components 11 2. POST Error Messages 52 18. EMC Regulations 59 ...
...a Full-Mini Card Wireless LAN Card 30 10. Location of the Standby Power Indicator 20 5. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Components 12 3. Front Panel Audio Header for Intel HD Audio 34 6. BIOS Beep Codes 51 16. ENERGY STAR Requirements 64 vii LAN Status LEDs ...Header (COM 1 35 9. Front Panel USB Header 35 10. Intel Desktop Board D525MW China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table 58 Tables 1. Audio Jack Support 15 4. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Mounting Screw Holes 27 7. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Components 11 2. POST Error Messages 52 18. EMC Regulations 59 ...
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...Monitor Subsystem LAN Support Mini-ITX ([170 millimeters [6.7 inches] x 170 millimeters [6.7 inches]) Passively-cooled, soldered-down dual-core Intel® Atom™ processor with integrated graphics and memory controllers. • Two 204-pin Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) ...Mb/s (Gigabit) Ethernet LAN Subsystem using a RealTek* 8111E Gigabit Ethernet Controller 9 Table 1 summarizes the features of Intel® Desktop Board D525MW. Feature Summary Form Factor Processor Main Memory Chipset Integrated Graphics Audio Expansion Capabilities Peripheral Interfaces Legacy I /O controller, ...
...Monitor Subsystem LAN Support Mini-ITX ([170 millimeters [6.7 inches] x 170 millimeters [6.7 inches]) Passively-cooled, soldered-down dual-core Intel® Atom™ processor with integrated graphics and memory controllers. • Two 204-pin Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) ...Mb/s (Gigabit) Ethernet LAN Subsystem using a RealTek* 8111E Gigabit Ethernet Controller 9 Table 1 summarizes the features of Intel® Desktop Board D525MW. Feature Summary Form Factor Processor Main Memory Chipset Integrated Graphics Audio Expansion Capabilities Peripheral Interfaces Legacy I /O controller, ...
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..., and SMBIOS • Support for PCI Local Bus Specification, Revision 2.3 • Support for Intel Desktop Board D525MW http://ark.intel.com 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 10 Visit this World Wide Web site...
..., and SMBIOS • Support for PCI Local Bus Specification, Revision 2.3 • Support for Intel Desktop Board D525MW http://ark.intel.com 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 10 Visit this World Wide Web site...
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Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the location of the major components on Intel Desktop Board D525MW. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Components 11 Figure 1.
Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the location of the major components on Intel Desktop Board D525MW. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Components 11 Figure 1.
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.... Chassis venting locations are recommended above the processor heatsink area for normal operation. Desktop Board Features Processor Intel Desktop Board D525MW includes a passively-cooled, dual-core Intel Atom processor with gold-plated contacts. The BIOS will see a notification to this effect on the screen...• Non-ECC memory • Up to 4 GB of memory 13 System Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be passively cooled in a properly ventilated chassis. The processor is soldered to the Desktop ...
.... Chassis venting locations are recommended above the processor heatsink area for normal operation. Desktop Board Features Processor Intel Desktop Board D525MW includes a passively-cooled, dual-core Intel Atom processor with gold-plated contacts. The BIOS will see a notification to this effect on the screen...• Non-ECC memory • Up to 4 GB of memory 13 System Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be passively cooled in a properly ventilated chassis. The processor is soldered to the Desktop ...
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...* XP Home Service Pack 3 • Microsoft Windows* 7 Home Basic and Starter Onboard Audio Subsystem The Intel Desktop Board D525MW 6-channel (5.1) onboard audio subsystem supports both Intel HD Audio and AC '97), including functionality for the board's I/O paths. Operating System Support The following... headers and connectors: • Front panel audio header (supports both Intel HD Audio and AC '97 Audio. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Integrated Graphics Subsystem The integrated Intel GMA 3150 graphics controller features the following: • 400 MHz core frequency...
...* XP Home Service Pack 3 • Microsoft Windows* 7 Home Basic and Starter Onboard Audio Subsystem The Intel Desktop Board D525MW 6-channel (5.1) onboard audio subsystem supports both Intel HD Audio and AC '97), including functionality for the board's I/O paths. Operating System Support The following... headers and connectors: • Front panel audio header (supports both Intel HD Audio and AC '97 Audio. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Integrated Graphics Subsystem The integrated Intel GMA 3150 graphics controller features the following: • 400 MHz core frequency...
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... a back panel connector • Serial IRQ interface compatible with integrated status LEDs Additional features of the LAN. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller The legacy I/O controller provides the following : • Intel NM10 Express Chipset • Realtek 8111E Gigabit Ethernet Controller for 10/100/1000 Mbits/s Ethernet LAN connectivity •... drivers are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see Figure 3). LAN Status LEDs 16 Two LEDs are available from Intel's World Wide Web site at http://downloadcenter...
... a back panel connector • Serial IRQ interface compatible with integrated status LEDs Additional features of the LAN. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller The legacy I/O controller provides the following : • Intel NM10 Express Chipset • Realtek 8111E Gigabit Ethernet Controller for 10/100/1000 Mbits/s Ethernet LAN connectivity •... drivers are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see Figure 3). LAN Status LEDs 16 Two LEDs are available from Intel's World Wide Web site at http://downloadcenter...
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... the computer. You do not need to view and change all Setup options. Security Passwords The BIOS includes security features that add-in card. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI and SATA auto-configuration utilities, and...
... the computer. You do not need to view and change all Setup options. Security Passwords The BIOS includes security features that add-in card. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI and SATA auto-configuration utilities, and...
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... by a wake-up device or event, the system quickly returns to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-toRAM) sleep-state. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Figure 4. Location of Instantly Available PC technology requires operating system support and PCI 2.3 compliant add-in power management ...PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification. The use of the Standby Power Indicator For more information on the Intel Desktop D525MW web page at http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/D525MW/index.htm. Add-in boards that also support this specification can participate in cards and drivers. 20...
... by a wake-up device or event, the system quickly returns to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-toRAM) sleep-state. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Figure 4. Location of Instantly Available PC technology requires operating system support and PCI 2.3 compliant add-in power management ...PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification. The use of the Standby Power Indicator For more information on the Intel Desktop D525MW web page at http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/D525MW/index.htm. Add-in boards that also support this specification can participate in cards and drivers. 20...
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Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Battery A coin-cell battery on how to page 41 for instructions on the Desktop Board keeps the values in CMOS RAM and the clock current when the computer is turned off . Real-Time Clock The Desktop Board includes a time-of-day clock and a 100-year calendar. The coincell battery keeps the clock current when the computer is turned off . 22 Go to replace the battery.
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Battery A coin-cell battery on how to page 41 for instructions on the Desktop Board keeps the values in CMOS RAM and the clock current when the computer is turned off . Real-Time Clock The Desktop Board includes a time-of-day clock and a 100-year calendar. The coincell battery keeps the clock current when the computer is turned off . 22 Go to replace the battery.
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CAUTION The board is designed to be passively cooled on this document will result in the Intel Desktop Board Technical Product Specification. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide CAUTION Failure to ensure appropriate airflow may result in damage to these components. Failure to do so... may result in reduced performance of both the processor and/or voltage regulator or, in this board. 24 Intel makes no ...
CAUTION The board is designed to be passively cooled on this document will result in the Intel Desktop Board Technical Product Specification. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide CAUTION Failure to ensure appropriate airflow may result in damage to these components. Failure to do so... may result in reduced performance of both the processor and/or voltage regulator or, in this board. 24 Intel makes no ...
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... the chassis as shown in the chassis. When installed in the chassis, the shield blocks radio frequency transmissions, protects internal components from the chassis supplier. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Installing the I/O Shield The Desktop Board comes with an I /O Shield 26
... the chassis as shown in the chassis. When installed in the chassis, the shield blocks radio frequency transmissions, protects internal components from the chassis supplier. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Installing the I/O Shield The Desktop Board comes with an I /O Shield 26
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... the power before performing the procedures described here. Failure to your chassis manual for Intel Desktop Board D525MW. Figure 6 shows the location of the mounting screw holes for instructions on installing and removing the Desktop Board. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Mounting Screw Holes 27 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing and Removing the...
... the power before performing the procedures described here. Failure to your chassis manual for Intel Desktop Board D525MW. Figure 6 shows the location of the mounting screw holes for instructions on installing and removing the Desktop Board. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Mounting Screw Holes 27 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing and Removing the...
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... 7 and follow these steps: 1. If you are installing a second DIMM, repeat Step 2 using the top (DIMM 1) socket (Figure 7, D). Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Installing and Removing Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with the back edge tilted slightly upwards, insert it in the socket, and... SO-DIMM. 28 Align the notch in the DIMM with the key in the socket (Figure 7, B), while holding the DIMM with all applicable Intel SDRAM memory specifications, the boards require DIMMs that support up to disengage them from a socket, gently spread the socket's retention arms (Figure 7,...
... 7 and follow these steps: 1. If you are installing a second DIMM, repeat Step 2 using the top (DIMM 1) socket (Figure 7, D). Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Installing and Removing Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with the back edge tilted slightly upwards, insert it in the socket, and... SO-DIMM. 28 Align the notch in the DIMM with the key in the socket (Figure 7, B), while holding the DIMM with all applicable Intel SDRAM memory specifications, the boards require DIMMs that support up to disengage them from a socket, gently spread the socket's retention arms (Figure 7,...
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... Board's PCI Express Mini Card slot. Insert the wireless LAN card into the PCI Express Mini Card connector (Figure 9, A) at a slightly upward angle. 3. Figure 9. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Installing a Wireless LAN Card in the PCI Express Mini Card Slot A wireless LAN card can be installed in "Before You Begin" on...
... Board's PCI Express Mini Card slot. Insert the wireless LAN card into the PCI Express Mini Card connector (Figure 9, A) at a slightly upward angle. 3. Figure 9. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Installing a Wireless LAN Card in the PCI Express Mini Card Slot A wireless LAN card can be installed in "Before You Begin" on...
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...solid state drive. The connectors are keyed and will mate correctly when the solid state drive is oriented as shown in Figure 1, T. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide NOTE External antennas can be connected through the I/O shield by using the onboard USB 2.0 header indicated in Figure 11. 3.... To install an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive or compatible device on page 23. 2. Secure the solid state drive to the board with...
...solid state drive. The connectors are keyed and will mate correctly when the solid state drive is oriented as shown in Figure 1, T. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide NOTE External antennas can be connected through the I/O shield by using the onboard USB 2.0 header indicated in Figure 11. 3.... To install an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive or compatible device on page 23. 2. Secure the solid state drive to the board with...