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... to update the BIOS 4 Configuring for RAID (Intel® Matrix Storage Technology) Requires Microsoft Windows* XP or 2000 and SATA Hard Drive(s): information about configuring the system for RAID A Error Messages and Indicators: information about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for Intel® Desktop Board D945GCZ. NOTE Notes call attention to important information. It is intended for technically qualified personnel. iii Preface This Product Guide gives information about BIOS error messages and beep codes...
... to update the BIOS 4 Configuring for RAID (Intel® Matrix Storage Technology) Requires Microsoft Windows* XP or 2000 and SATA Hard Drive(s): information about configuring the system for RAID A Error Messages and Indicators: information about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for Intel® Desktop Board D945GCZ. NOTE Notes call attention to important information. It is intended for technically qualified personnel. iii Preface This Product Guide gives information about BIOS error messages and beep codes...
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... BIOS ...20 Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration 20 PCI and PCI Express Auto Configuration 20 Security Passwords ...20 Chassis Intrusion...20 Power Management Features 21 ACPI...21 Power Connectors...21 Fan Connectors...21 Fan Speed Control (Intel® Precision Cooling Technology 21 Suspend to RAM (Instantly Available PC Technology 22 Wake from USB...23 Wake from PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse 23 PME# Wakeup Support 23 Speaker...23 Battery...23 Real-Time Clock...23 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin ...25 Installation Precautions ...26 Installation Instructions...
... BIOS ...20 Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration 20 PCI and PCI Express Auto Configuration 20 Security Passwords ...20 Chassis Intrusion...20 Power Management Features 21 ACPI...21 Power Connectors...21 Fan Connectors...21 Fan Speed Control (Intel® Precision Cooling Technology 21 Suspend to RAM (Instantly Available PC Technology 22 Wake from USB...23 Wake from PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse 23 PME# Wakeup Support 23 Speaker...23 Battery...23 Real-Time Clock...23 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin ...25 Installation Precautions ...26 Installation Instructions...
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... (Optional 44 Connecting Fan and Power Cables 45 Connecting Fan Cables 45 Connecting Power Cables 46 Other Connectors...47 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block 48 Clearing Passwords ...49 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 Updating the BIOS...56 Recovering the BIOS 57 4 Configuring for Intel Matrix Storage Technology 59 Creating Your RAID Set ...59 Loading the Intel Matrix Storage Technology RAID Drivers and Software 60 Setting...
... (Optional 44 Connecting Fan and Power Cables 45 Connecting Fan Cables 45 Connecting Power Cables 46 Other Connectors...47 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block 48 Clearing Passwords ...49 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 Updating the BIOS...56 Recovering the BIOS 57 4 Configuring for Intel Matrix Storage Technology 59 Creating Your RAID Set ...59 Loading the Intel Matrix Storage Technology RAID Drivers and Software 60 Setting...
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... the Back Panel VGA Port 38 18. Back Panel Audio Connectors for Flexible 6-Channel Audio System 44 22. Installing the I/O Shield 28 5. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 31 9. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable to the Processor Fan Connector ........33 13. Connecting a Serial ATA Cable 40 20. Installing a DIMM ...36 17. Connecting Power Supply Cables 46 24. LAN Port LED Locations 18 3. Location of Fan Headers 45 23. Dual Configuration Example 3 35 16. Location of Standby Power Indicator 22 4. Location of Other Connectors on Desktop Board D945GCZ 47...
... the Back Panel VGA Port 38 18. Back Panel Audio Connectors for Flexible 6-Channel Audio System 44 22. Installing the I/O Shield 28 5. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 31 9. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable to the Processor Fan Connector ........33 13. Connecting a Serial ATA Cable 40 20. Installing a DIMM ...36 17. Connecting Power Supply Cables 46 24. LAN Port LED Locations 18 3. Location of Fan Headers 45 23. Dual Configuration Example 3 35 16. Location of Standby Power Indicator 22 4. Location of Other Connectors on Desktop Board D945GCZ 47...
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... Panel Audio Header Signal Names for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 48 14. Beep Codes...61 15. RJ-45 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Connector LEDs 18 8. AC '97 Audio Header Signal Names 42 10. Jumper Settings for Intel High Definition Audio 42 9. BIOS Error Messages 61 16. Product Certification Markings 70 viii IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names 43 12. Lead-Free Board Markings 68 18. Manufacturing Options 10 3. Power Supply Requirements 14 5. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Tables...
... Panel Audio Header Signal Names for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 48 14. Beep Codes...61 15. RJ-45 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Connector LEDs 18 8. AC '97 Audio Header Signal Names 42 10. Jumper Settings for Intel High Definition Audio 42 9. BIOS Error Messages 61 16. Product Certification Markings 70 viii IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names 43 12. Lead-Free Board Markings 68 18. Manufacturing Options 10 3. Power Supply Requirements 14 5. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Tables...
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... memory address locations that reduce available memory addresses above 3 GB. For the latest list of tested memory, refer to two USB headers • Four Serial ATA (SATA) channels (3.0 Gb/s), via the ICH7 or ICH7R, one device per channel • One IDE interface with ATA-66/100 support (two devices) • One VGA connector • One diskette drive interface • One parallel port • One serial port • PS/2* keyboard and mouse ports continued 9 1 Desktop Board...
... memory address locations that reduce available memory addresses above 3 GB. For the latest list of tested memory, refer to two USB headers • Four Serial ATA (SATA) channels (3.0 Gb/s), via the ICH7 or ICH7R, one device per channel • One IDE interface with ATA-66/100 support (two devices) • One VGA connector • One diskette drive interface • One parallel port • One serial port • PS/2* keyboard and mouse ports continued 9 1 Desktop Board...
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... BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to RAM (STR) • Wake on USB, PCI, PCI Express, PS/2, LAN, and front panel Hardware Management Hardware monitor with RJ-45 connector • Trusted Platform Module • Intel® Active Management Technology 10 Table 2. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Table 1. Feature Summary (continued) BIOS • Intel® Platform Innovation Framework for extensible firmware interface • 4 Mbit symmetrical flash memory • Support for SMBIOS • Intel® Rapid BIOS Boot • Intel® Express BIOS Update Power...
... BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to RAM (STR) • Wake on USB, PCI, PCI Express, PS/2, LAN, and front panel Hardware Management Hardware monitor with RJ-45 connector • Trusted Platform Module • Intel® Active Management Technology 10 Table 2. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Table 1. Feature Summary (continued) BIOS • Intel® Platform Innovation Framework for extensible firmware interface • 4 Mbit symmetrical flash memory • Support for SMBIOS • Intel® Rapid BIOS Boot • Intel® Express BIOS Update Power...
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...R S Desktop Board D945GCZ Components Description Front panel audio header Serial ATA connectors Hi-speed USB 2.0 headers Main power connector (2x12) BIOS configuration jumper block PCI Express x16 connector PCI Express x1 connector PCI bus add-in card connectors IEEE 1394a headers (optional) Diskette drive connector Front panel header Front chassis fan header (3-pin, fan speed control) Alternate power LED header Processor socket 12 V processor core voltage connector (2x2) Processor fan header (4-pin, fan speed control) Rear chassis fan header 1 (3-pin, fan speed control) IDE connector Chassis...
...R S Desktop Board D945GCZ Components Description Front panel audio header Serial ATA connectors Hi-speed USB 2.0 headers Main power connector (2x12) BIOS configuration jumper block PCI Express x16 connector PCI Express x1 connector PCI bus add-in card connectors IEEE 1394a headers (optional) Diskette drive connector Front panel header Front chassis fan header (3-pin, fan speed control) Alternate power LED header Processor socket 12 V processor core voltage connector (2x2) Processor fan header (4-pin, fan speed control) Rear chassis fan header 1 (3-pin, fan speed control) IDE connector Chassis...
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... 4 GB of memory being available to configure the memory controller for more information about: • The latest list of tested memory, http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ • SDRAM specifications, http://www.intel.com/technology/memory/ • Installing memory, page 34 in Chapter 2 15 This may result in Table 5. The BIOS will see a notification to the following links or pages for normal operation. Desktop Board D945GCZ Memory Configurations Memory Speed FSB Frequency (MHz) Memory Speed (MHz) DDR2...
... 4 GB of memory being available to configure the memory controller for more information about: • The latest list of tested memory, http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ • SDRAM specifications, http://www.intel.com/technology/memory/ • Installing memory, page 34 in Chapter 2 15 This may result in Table 5. The BIOS will see a notification to the following links or pages for normal operation. Desktop Board D945GCZ Memory Configurations Memory Speed FSB Frequency (MHz) Memory Speed (MHz) DDR2...
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Desktop Board Features Related Links: Go to the following link or pages for more information about: • Audio drivers and utilities http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ • Installing the front panel audio solution, page 42 in Chapter 2 • The location of audio connectors, Figure 21 on page 44 Input/Output (I/O) Controller The super I/O controller features the following: • Low pin count (LPC) interface • One serial port • One parallel...
Desktop Board Features Related Links: Go to the following link or pages for more information about: • Audio drivers and utilities http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ • Installing the front panel audio solution, page 42 in Chapter 2 • The location of audio connectors, Figure 21 on page 44 Input/Output (I/O) Controller The super I/O controller features the following: • Low pin count (LPC) interface • One serial port • One parallel...
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...: For instructions on resetting the password, see Clearing Passwords on page 41 for viewing and changing depending on page 55 in card. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI/PCI Express and IDE auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. A supervisor password and a user password can be set , you must enter either password to view and change all Setup options. If only the supervisor password is booted. If both the supervisor and user passwords are set...
...: For instructions on resetting the password, see Clearing Passwords on page 41 for viewing and changing depending on page 55 in card. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI/PCI Express and IDE auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. A supervisor password and a user password can be set , you must enter either password to view and change all Setup options. If only the supervisor password is booted. If both the supervisor and user passwords are set...
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Fan Connectors The desktop board has a 4-pin processor fan header and two 3-pin chassis fan headers. System fan noise may be reduced by operating controlled chassis and processor fans at full speed. The processor and chassis fan speed control features can be disabled if a self-controlled chassis fan is attached to RAM (Instantly Available PC technology) ⎯ Wake from USB ⎯ Wake from PS/2 keyboard/mouse ⎯ PME# wakeup support ACPI ACPI gives the operating system direct control over the power management and Plug and Play functions of the fan headers. Disabling the...
Fan Connectors The desktop board has a 4-pin processor fan header and two 3-pin chassis fan headers. System fan noise may be reduced by operating controlled chassis and processor fans at full speed. The processor and chassis fan speed control features can be disabled if a self-controlled chassis fan is attached to RAM (Instantly Available PC technology) ⎯ Wake from USB ⎯ Wake from PS/2 keyboard/mouse ⎯ PME# wakeup support ACPI ACPI gives the operating system direct control over the power management and Plug and Play functions of the fan headers. Disabling the...
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... in memory. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Suspend to RAM (Instantly Available PC Technology) CAUTIONS For Instantly Available PC technology, the 5 V standby line for the desktop board, refer to the Technical Product Specification by the LED turning amber. Failure to provide adequate standby current when using this desktop board must be able to provide enough standby current to support the standard Instantly Available (ACPI S3 sleep state) configuration. Figure 3. Power supplies used with this...
... in memory. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Suspend to RAM (Instantly Available PC Technology) CAUTIONS For Instantly Available PC technology, the 5 V standby line for the desktop board, refer to the Technical Product Specification by the LED turning amber. Failure to provide adequate standby current when using this desktop board must be able to provide enough standby current to support the standard Instantly Available (ACPI S3 sleep state) configuration. Figure 3. Power supplies used with this...
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... I/O shield • Install and remove the desktop board • Install and remove a processor and memory • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card • Connect the IDE and Serial ATA cables • Connect internal headers • Set up flexible 6-channel audio with jack re-tasking • Connect fan and power cables • Locate other connectors • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before You Begin CAUTIONS The procedures in this chapter. Failure to disconnect power, telecommunications links, networks, or modems before...
... I/O shield • Install and remove the desktop board • Install and remove a processor and memory • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card • Connect the IDE and Serial ATA cables • Connect internal headers • Set up flexible 6-channel audio with jack re-tasking • Connect fan and power cables • Locate other connectors • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before You Begin CAUTIONS The procedures in this chapter. Failure to disconnect power, telecommunications links, networks, or modems before...
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... 6-channel audio configurations. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Setting Up the Flexible 6-Channel Audio with Jack Re-tasking (Optional) NOTE This section applies only to the center LFE out (C). 44 A B C Item A B C OM15694 Description Rear left/right out or Line In Front left /right out (A) for both 4- After installing the SigmaTel audio driver from the Intel Express Installer driver CD-ROM, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. For 6-channel audio, connect two additional speakers to D945GCZ desktop boards...
... 6-channel audio configurations. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Setting Up the Flexible 6-Channel Audio with Jack Re-tasking (Optional) NOTE This section applies only to the center LFE out (C). 44 A B C Item A B C OM15694 Description Rear left/right out or Line In Front left /right out (A) for both 4- After installing the SigmaTel audio driver from the Intel Express Installer driver CD-ROM, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. For 6-channel audio, connect two additional speakers to D945GCZ desktop boards...
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... the jumper settings for booting. 3 Configure (2-3) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS 1 displays the Maintenance Menu. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper The three-pin BIOS jumper enables all board configurations to clear passwords. 3 Recovery (None) The BIOS recovers data from the computer before changing the jumper. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block NOTE Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from a recovery diskette in the 1 event of a failed BIOS update. 3 48 Use this menu to...
... the jumper settings for booting. 3 Configure (2-3) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS 1 displays the Maintenance Menu. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper The three-pin BIOS jumper enables all board configurations to clear passwords. 3 Recovery (None) The BIOS recovers data from the computer before changing the jumper. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block NOTE Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from a recovery diskette in the 1 event of a failed BIOS update. 3 48 Use this menu to...
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... and the configuration jumper block is set to normal mode. 1. Press and Setup displays a pop-up screen requesting that the board is installed in the computer, turn on the computer, and allow it to the computer. Select Yes and press . Turn off all peripheral devices connected to boot. 7. Replace the cover, plug in "Before You Begin" on pins 1-2 as shown below . 1 3 13. Setup displays the Maintenance menu. 8. Use the arrow keys to...
... and the configuration jumper block is set to normal mode. 1. Press and Setup displays a pop-up screen requesting that the board is installed in the computer, turn on the computer, and allow it to the computer. Select Yes and press . Turn off all peripheral devices connected to boot. 7. Replace the cover, plug in "Before You Begin" on pins 1-2 as shown below . 1 3 13. Setup displays the Maintenance menu. 8. Use the arrow keys to...
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... update fails. Follow the instructions provided in the Windows environment. Go to the D945GCZ page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Express BIOS Update utility file. 3. The BIOS Setup program is included in an automated update utility that combines the functionality of the Intel® Flash Memory Update Utility and the ease-of use of Windows-based installation wizards. The BIOS file is accessed by either using the Intel Express BIOS Update utility or the Iflash Memory Update utility, and how to your hard drive...
... update fails. Follow the instructions provided in the Windows environment. Go to the D945GCZ page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Express BIOS Update utility file. 3. The BIOS Setup program is included in an automated update utility that combines the functionality of the Intel® Flash Memory Update Utility and the ease-of use of Windows-based installation wizards. The BIOS file is accessed by either using the Intel Express BIOS Update utility or the Iflash Memory Update utility, and how to your hard drive...
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Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility With the Iflash BIOS update utility you can update to reboot the system. 3. NOTE Review the instructions distributed with the BIOS update diskette in flash memory • Update the language section of the BIOS by navigating to the Desktop Board D945GCZ page on the Intel World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Navigate to update the BIOS. As the computer boots, check the BIOS identifier (version number...
Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility With the Iflash BIOS update utility you can update to reboot the system. 3. NOTE Review the instructions distributed with the BIOS update diskette in flash memory • Update the language section of the BIOS by navigating to the Desktop Board D945GCZ page on the Intel World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Navigate to update the BIOS. As the computer boots, check the BIOS identifier (version number...
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...Setting Up a "RAID Ready" System The Intel Matrix Storage Technology Console software offers the flexibility to install a third-party SCSI or RAID driver. Install the Intel 82801GR SATA RAID Controller driver. 3. The Intel Matrix Storage Console software can be used to a RAID setup. 60 Finish the Windows installation and install all necessary drivers. 4. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Loading the Intel Matrix Storage Technology RAID Drivers and Software 1. At the beginning of Windows Setup, press to upgrade from the Internet at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards...
...Setting Up a "RAID Ready" System The Intel Matrix Storage Technology Console software offers the flexibility to install a third-party SCSI or RAID driver. Install the Intel 82801GR SATA RAID Controller driver. 3. The Intel Matrix Storage Console software can be used to a RAID setup. 60 Finish the Windows installation and install all necessary drivers. 4. Intel Desktop Board D945GCZ Product Guide Loading the Intel Matrix Storage Technology RAID Drivers and Software 1. At the beginning of Windows Setup, press to upgrade from the Internet at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards...