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Current characterized errata are documented in the Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Specification Update. Intel® Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification April 2006 Order Number: D44279-001US The Intel® Desktop Board D945PLNM may contain design defects or errors known as errata that may cause the product to deviate from published specifications.
Current characterized errata are documented in the Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Specification Update. Intel® Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification April 2006 Order Number: D44279-001US The Intel® Desktop Board D945PLNM may contain design defects or errors known as errata that may cause the product to deviate from published specifications.
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..." or "undefined." Current characterized errata are evaluated as the property of this specification will be published in the Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Specification Update before placing your distributor to obtain the latest specifications before being incorporated into a revision of any such...other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other intellectual property rights. Intel Corporation may have an ordering number and are registered trademarks of the Intel® Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification. Date April 2006 This product specification applies to only...
..." or "undefined." Current characterized errata are evaluated as the property of this specification will be published in the Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Specification Update before placing your distributor to obtain the latest specifications before being incorporated into a revision of any such...other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other intellectual property rights. Intel Corporation may have an ordering number and are registered trademarks of the Intel® Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification. Date April 2006 This product specification applies to only...
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...engineers and technicians who need this level of this specification. Intended Audience The TPS is specifically not intended for the Intel® Desktop Board D945PLNM. It is intended to provide detailed, technical information about the conventions used to call attention to important information. #... of the BIOS error messages, beep codes, and POST codes Typographical Conventions This section contains information about the Desktop Board D945PLNM and its components to system integrators. iii WARNING Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal injury. ...
...engineers and technicians who need this level of this specification. Intended Audience The TPS is specifically not intended for the Intel® Desktop Board D945PLNM. It is intended to provide detailed, technical information about the conventions used to call attention to important information. #... of the BIOS error messages, beep codes, and POST codes Typographical Conventions This section contains information about the Desktop Board D945PLNM and its components to system integrators. iii WARNING Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal injury. ...
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...,576 bits) Megabits per second An address or data value ending with a lowercase h indicates a hexadecimal value. This symbol is used in the 5J area. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification Other Common Notation # (NxnX) GB GB/sec Gbits/sec KB Kbit kbits/sec MB MB/sec Mbit Mbit/sec xxh x.x V * Used..., J5J1 is the first connector in the description of a component, N indicates component type, xn are the relative coordinates of its location on the Desktop Board D945PLNM, and X is the instance of their respective owners.
...,576 bits) Megabits per second An address or data value ending with a lowercase h indicates a hexadecimal value. This symbol is used in the 5J area. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification Other Common Notation # (NxnX) GB GB/sec Gbits/sec KB Kbit kbits/sec MB MB/sec Mbit Mbit/sec xxh x.x V * Used..., J5J1 is the first connector in the description of a component, N indicates component type, xn are the relative coordinates of its location on the Desktop Board D945PLNM, and X is the instance of their respective owners.
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Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 2.7 Connectors...46 2.7.1 Back Panel Connectors 47 2.7.2 Component-side Connectors 48 2.8 Jumper Block ...56 2.9 Mechanical Considerations 57 2.9.1 Form Factor 57 2.9.2 I/O Shield...58 2.10 ...
Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 2.7 Connectors...46 2.7.1 Back Panel Connectors 47 2.7.2 Component-side Connectors 48 2.8 Jumper Block ...56 2.9 Mechanical Considerations 57 2.9.1 Form Factor 57 2.9.2 I/O Shield...58 2.10 ...
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... Certification Markings 72 36. Port 80h POST Code Ranges 82 43. BIOS Setup Program Function Keys 74 38. Typical Port 80h POST Sequence 86 viii Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 26. Fan Connector Current Capability 60 30. Supervisor and User Password Functions 79 40.
... Certification Markings 72 36. Port 80h POST Code Ranges 82 43. BIOS Setup Program Function Keys 74 38. Typical Port 80h POST Sequence 86 viii Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 26. Fan Connector Current Capability 60 30. Supervisor and User Password Functions 79 40.
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Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.1 Overview 1.1.1 Feature Summary Table 1 summarizes the major features of Intel® Platform Administrator Technology software, available separately) Peripheral Interfaces LAN Support • Eight USB ports • One ...Legacy I/O Control Legacy I /O Controller Hub (ICH7) Audio 6-channel (5.1) audio subsystem with ASF 1.03 support BIOS Expansion Capabilities • Intel® BIOS (resident in card connector continued 10 Feature Summary Form Factor microATX (9.60 inches by 9.60 inches [243.84 millimeters by ...
Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.1 Overview 1.1.1 Feature Summary Table 1 summarizes the major features of Intel® Platform Administrator Technology software, available separately) Peripheral Interfaces LAN Support • Eight USB ports • One ...Legacy I/O Control Legacy I /O Controller Hub (ICH7) Audio 6-channel (5.1) audio subsystem with ASF 1.03 support BIOS Expansion Capabilities • Intel® BIOS (resident in card connector continued 10 Feature Summary Form Factor microATX (9.60 inches by 9.60 inches [243.84 millimeters by ...
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A D B CE F G CC H BB I J AA Z K Y L X M W U SR Q V T P ON Figure 1. Board Components Table 2 lists the components identified in Figure 1. OM18285 12 Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.1.2 Board Layout Figure 1 shows the location of the major components.
A D B CE F G CC H BB I J AA Z K Y L X M W U SR Q V T P ON Figure 1. Board Components Table 2 lists the components identified in Figure 1. OM18285 12 Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.1.2 Board Layout Figure 1 shows the location of the major components.
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...Interface LGA775 Processor Socket System Bus (800/533 MHz) PCI Express x16 Interface PCI Express x16 Connector Intel 945PL Chipset Intel 82945PL Memory Controller Hub (MCH) Legacy I/O Controller LPC Bus Intel 82801G I/O Controller Hub (ICH7) Back Panel/Front Panel USB Ports Serial Port Parallel Port PS/2 ... Out Mic In Line In/Retasking Jack Line Out/Retasking Jack Mic In/Retasking Jack = connector or socket Figure 2. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.1.3 Block Diagram Figure 2 is a block diagram of the major functional areas. Block Diagram OM18286 14
...Interface LGA775 Processor Socket System Bus (800/533 MHz) PCI Express x16 Interface PCI Express x16 Connector Intel 945PL Chipset Intel 82945PL Memory Controller Hub (MCH) Legacy I/O Controller LPC Bus Intel 82801G I/O Controller Hub (ICH7) Back Panel/Front Panel USB Ports Serial Port Parallel Port PS/2 ... Out Mic In Line In/Retasking Jack Line Out/Retasking Jack Mic In/Retasking Jack = connector or socket Figure 2. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.1.3 Block Diagram Figure 2 is a block diagram of the major functional areas. Block Diagram OM18286 14
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... Support" Available configurations for the Desktop Board D945PLNM Processor data sheets ICH7 addressing Custom splash screens Audio software and utilities LAN software and drivers Visit this World Wide Web site: http://www.intel.com/design/motherbd http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop http://developer.intel.com/design/motherbd/nm/nm_available.htm http://www...
... Support" Available configurations for the Desktop Board D945PLNM Processor data sheets ICH7 addressing Custom splash screens Audio software and utilities LAN software and drivers Visit this World Wide Web site: http://www.intel.com/design/motherbd http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop http://developer.intel.com/design/motherbd/nm/nm_available.htm http://www...
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... SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be impacted or the DIMMs may not function under the determined frequency. Table 3 lists the supported DIMM configurations. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.4 System Memory The board has two DIMM sockets and support the following memory features: • 1.8 V (only) DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs with gold...
... SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be impacted or the DIMMs may not function under the determined frequency. Table 3 lists the supported DIMM configurations. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.4 System Memory The board has two DIMM sockets and support the following memory features: • 1.8 V (only) DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs with gold...
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Dual Channel (Interleaved) Mode Configuration with identical DIMMs. 1 GB 1 GB Channel A, DIMM 0 Channel B, DIMM 0 OM17974 Figure 4. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.4.1.1 Dual Channel (Interleaved) Mode Configuration Figure 4 shows a dual channel configuration using two DIMMs. In this example, the DIMM sockets are populated with Two DIMMs 18
Dual Channel (Interleaved) Mode Configuration with identical DIMMs. 1 GB 1 GB Channel A, DIMM 0 Channel B, DIMM 0 OM17974 Figure 4. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.4.1.1 Dual Channel (Interleaved) Mode Configuration Figure 4 shows a dual channel configuration using two DIMMs. In this example, the DIMM sockets are populated with Two DIMMs 18
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... Administration Technology software. The ICH7 is a centralized controller for more information. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.5 Intel® 945PL Chipset The Intel 945PL chipset consists of the following devices: • Intel 82945PL Memory Controller Hub (MCH) with Direct Media Interface (DMI) interconnect • Intel 82801G I /O paths. and EHCI-compatible drivers. These connectors are routed...
... Administration Technology software. The ICH7 is a centralized controller for more information. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.5 Intel® 945PL Chipset The Intel 945PL chipset consists of the following devices: • Intel 82945PL Memory Controller Hub (MCH) with Direct Media Interface (DMI) interconnect • Intel 82801G I /O paths. and EHCI-compatible drivers. These connectors are routed...
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... example, the date and time) might not be recycled where possible. Det kan oppstå eksplosjonsfare hvis batteriet skiftes ut med feil type. OBS! Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification NOTE Many Serial ATA drives use new low-voltage power connectors and require adaptors or power supplies equipped with low-voltage...
... example, the date and time) might not be recycled where possible. Det kan oppstå eksplosjonsfare hvis batteriet skiftes ut med feil type. OBS! Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification NOTE Many Serial ATA drives use new low-voltage power connectors and require adaptors or power supplies equipped with low-voltage...
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Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.7.2 Parallel Port The 25-pin D-Sub parallel port connector is supported in the bottom PS/2 connector and the mouse is located on ...
Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.7.2 Parallel Port The 25-pin D-Sub parallel port connector is supported in the bottom PS/2 connector and the mouse is located on ...
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Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.8.3 6-Channel (5.1) Audio Subsystem The 6-channel (5.1) audio subsystem includes the following: • Intel 82801G I /O Controller Hub (ICH7) Intel High Definition Audio Link Sigmatel 9220 Audio Codec Line Out Mic In Line In/Retasking Jack Line Out/Retasking Jack Mic In/Retasking Jack Front ...
Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.8.3 6-Channel (5.1) Audio Subsystem The 6-channel (5.1) audio subsystem includes the following: • Intel 82801G I /O Controller Hub (ICH7) Intel High Definition Audio Link Sigmatel 9220 Audio Codec Line Out Mic In Line In/Retasking Jack Line Out/Retasking Jack Mic In/Retasking Jack Front ...
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LAN activity is occurring. 10 Mbits/sec data rate is selected. 100 Mbits/sec data rate is operating. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification Table 4 describes the LED states when the board is powered up and the 10/100 Mbits/sec LAN subsystem is selected. 1.9.2 Alert ... from different types of boot devices • Reset, shutdown, power cycle, and power up options 1.9.3 LAN Subsystem Software LAN software and drivers are available from Intel's World Wide Web site. LAN link is not established. Table 4.
LAN activity is occurring. 10 Mbits/sec data rate is selected. 100 Mbits/sec data rate is operating. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification Table 4 describes the LED states when the board is powered up and the 10/100 Mbits/sec LAN subsystem is selected. 1.9.2 Alert ... from different types of boot devices • Reset, shutdown, power cycle, and power up options 1.9.3 LAN Subsystem Software LAN software and drivers are available from Intel's World Wide Web site. LAN link is not established. Table 4.
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Thermal Sensors and Fan Connectors 34 Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.10.4 Thermal Monitoring Figure 10 shows the location of the sensors and fan connectors. 1 A 3 B C 4 1 D 13 Item A B C D E F F E OM18287 Description Remote ambient temperature sensor Thermal diode, located on processor die Ambient temperature sensor, internal to hardware monitoring and fan control ASIC Processor fan Rear chassis fan Front chassis fan Figure 10.
Thermal Sensors and Fan Connectors 34 Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.10.4 Thermal Monitoring Figure 10 shows the location of the sensors and fan connectors. 1 A 3 B C 4 1 D 13 Item A B C D E F F E OM18287 Description Remote ambient temperature sensor Thermal diode, located on processor die Ambient temperature sensor, internal to hardware monitoring and fan control ASIC Processor fan Rear chassis fan Front chassis fan Figure 10.
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... No power No power D3 - no power for a complete description of the various system and power states. no power except for wake-up logic. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.11.1.1 System States and Power States Under ACPI, the operating system directs all system and device power state transitions. Context saved...
... No power No power D3 - no power for a complete description of the various system and power states. no power except for wake-up logic. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification 1.11.1.1 System States and Power States Under ACPI, the operating system directs all system and device power state transitions. Context saved...
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.... 1.11.2.1 Power Connector ATX12V-compliant power supplies can adjust the fan speed or switch the fan on or off the system power through a network. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification Resume on Ring enables telephony devices to the power state it is wired to a fan tachometer input of the chassis fan...
.... 1.11.2.1 Power Connector ATX12V-compliant power supplies can adjust the fan speed or switch the fan on or off the system power through a network. Intel Desktop Board D945PLNM Technical Product Specification Resume on Ring enables telephony devices to the power state it is wired to a fan tachometer input of the chassis fan...