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... the user about configuring your system for Intel® Desktop Board DG965OT. Document Organization The chapters in this product for other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other environments, such as follows: 1 Desktop Board Features: a summary of product features 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components: instructions on how to install the desktop board and other hardware components 3 Updating the BIOS: instructions on how to update the BIOS 4 Configuring for RAID (Intel® Matrix Storage Technology...
... the user about configuring your system for Intel® Desktop Board DG965OT. Document Organization The chapters in this product for other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other environments, such as follows: 1 Desktop Board Features: a summary of product features 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components: instructions on how to install the desktop board and other hardware components 3 Updating the BIOS: instructions on how to update the BIOS 4 Configuring for RAID (Intel® Matrix Storage Technology...
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...) Mbit Megabit (1,048,576 bits) MHz Megahertz (one million hertz) Box Contents • Intel Desktop Board DG965OT • I/O shield • One diskette drive cable • One ATA-66/100 cable • Two locking Serial ATA cables • Back panel audio port covers • Intel® Express Installer DVD-ROM • Intel® Matrix Storage Technology RAID driver diskette • Quick Reference poster • Configuration and battery caution statement label iv Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide Terminology The table below...
...) Mbit Megabit (1,048,576 bits) MHz Megahertz (one million hertz) Box Contents • Intel Desktop Board DG965OT • I/O shield • One diskette drive cable • One ATA-66/100 cable • Two locking Serial ATA cables • Back panel audio port covers • Intel® Express Installer DVD-ROM • Intel® Matrix Storage Technology RAID driver diskette • Quick Reference poster • Configuration and battery caution statement label iv Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide Terminology The table below...
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... Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory ...13 Intel® G965 Express Chipset 14 Intel G965 Graphics Subsystem 15 Onboard Audio Subsystem 16 Input/Output (I/O) Controller 17 LAN Subsystem 17 LAN Subsystem Software 17 RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs 17 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support 18 Enhanced IDE Interface 18 Serial ATA ...18 Expandability...19 BIOS ...19 Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration 19 PCI and PCI Express* Auto Configuration 19 Security Passwords 19 Hardware Management Features 20 Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control 20 Chassis Intrusion Detection 20 Power...
... Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory ...13 Intel® G965 Express Chipset 14 Intel G965 Graphics Subsystem 15 Onboard Audio Subsystem 16 Input/Output (I/O) Controller 17 LAN Subsystem 17 LAN Subsystem Software 17 RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs 17 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support 18 Enhanced IDE Interface 18 Serial ATA ...18 Expandability...19 BIOS ...19 Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration 19 PCI and PCI Express* Auto Configuration 19 Security Passwords 19 Hardware Management Features 20 Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control 20 Chassis Intrusion Detection 20 Power...
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... Power LED Header 45 Connecting to the IEEE 1394a Header 45 Connecting to the Serial Port Header 45 Connecting to the HD Audio Link Header 46 Connecting to the Flexible Audio System 46 Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Cables 47 Connecting Chassis Fan Cables 47 Connecting Power Cables 48 Other Connectors and Headers 49 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 50 Clearing Passwords 51 Back Panel Connectors 52 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...
... Power LED Header 45 Connecting to the IEEE 1394a Header 45 Connecting to the Serial Port Header 45 Connecting to the HD Audio Link Header 46 Connecting to the Flexible Audio System 46 Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Cables 47 Connecting Chassis Fan Cables 47 Connecting Power Cables 48 Other Connectors and Headers 49 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 50 Clearing Passwords 51 Back Panel Connectors 52 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...
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... 10. Use DDR2 DIMMs 35 17. Connecting the Serial ATA Cable 41 22. Contents 5 Intel® Quick Resume Technology Driver (Intel® QRTD) Overview...67 Intel Quick Resume Technology Power Modes 67 Installation and Configuration 68 A Error Messages and Indicators BIOS Beep Codes 71 BIOS Error Messages 71 B Regulatory Compliance Safety Regulations 73 Place Battery Marking 73 European Union Declaration of Chassis Fan Headers 47 25. LAN Connector LEDs 17 3. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 30 9. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 1 33 14. Dual Channel Memory...
... 10. Use DDR2 DIMMs 35 17. Connecting the Serial ATA Cable 41 22. Contents 5 Intel® Quick Resume Technology Driver (Intel® QRTD) Overview...67 Intel Quick Resume Technology Power Modes 67 Installation and Configuration 68 A Error Messages and Indicators BIOS Beep Codes 71 BIOS Error Messages 71 B Regulatory Compliance Safety Regulations 73 Place Battery Marking 73 European Union Declaration of Chassis Fan Headers 47 25. LAN Connector LEDs 17 3. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 30 9. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 1 33 14. Dual Channel Memory...
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... for Desktop Board DG965OT After RAID is Enabled 64 Tables 1. SATA Port Mapping for Desktop Board DG965OT 63 31. Feature Summary 9 2. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 51 13. AC '97 Audio Header Signal Names 43 6. HD Audio Link Header Signal Names 46 12. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide 30. USB 2.0 Header Signal Names 44 7. Jumper Settings for Intel High Definition Audio 43 5. Beep Codes 71 14. EMC Regulations 79 18. Desktop Board DG965OT Components 12 3. Safety Regulations 73 16. LAN Connector LED...
... for Desktop Board DG965OT After RAID is Enabled 64 Tables 1. SATA Port Mapping for Desktop Board DG965OT 63 31. Feature Summary 9 2. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for the BIOS Setup Program Modes 51 13. AC '97 Audio Header Signal Names 43 6. HD Audio Link Header Signal Names 46 12. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide 30. USB 2.0 Header Signal Names 44 7. Jumper Settings for Intel High Definition Audio 43 5. Beep Codes 71 14. EMC Regulations 79 18. Desktop Board DG965OT Components 12 3. Safety Regulations 73 16. LAN Connector LED...
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...; Intel® Clear Video Technology • PCI Express* graphics card support via a PCI Express x16 connector • 8-channel (7.1) onboard subsystem, featuring: ― Intel® High Definition Audio interface ― SigmaTel* STAC9271D audio codec ― HD Audio Link header ― Support for Dolby* Home Theater* • One PCI Express x16 connector • One PCI Express x1 connector • Two PCI connectors • Up to 10 USB 2.0 ports ― Six ports routed to the back panel ― Four ports routed to two USB headers • Six Serial ATA (SATA) channels (3.0 Gb...
...; Intel® Clear Video Technology • PCI Express* graphics card support via a PCI Express x16 connector • 8-channel (7.1) onboard subsystem, featuring: ― Intel® High Definition Audio interface ― SigmaTel* STAC9271D audio codec ― HD Audio Link header ― Support for Dolby* Home Theater* • One PCI Express x16 connector • One PCI Express x1 connector • Two PCI connectors • Up to 10 USB 2.0 ports ― Six ports routed to the back panel ― Four ports routed to two USB headers • Six Serial ATA (SATA) channels (3.0 Gb...
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... USB, PCI Express, PS/2, LAN, and front panel Hardware Management Hardware monitor with: • Three fan sensing inputs used to monitor fan activity • Remote diode temperature sensing • Voltage sensing to detect out of range values • Intel® Quiet System Technology (Intel® QST) fan speed control Related Links: For more information about Desktop Board DG965OT, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Supported Operating Systems The desktop board supports...
... USB, PCI Express, PS/2, LAN, and front panel Hardware Management Hardware monitor with: • Three fan sensing inputs used to monitor fan activity • Remote diode temperature sensing • Voltage sensing to detect out of range values • Intel® Quiet System Technology (Intel® QST) fan speed control Related Links: For more information about Desktop Board DG965OT, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Supported Operating Systems The desktop board supports...
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...header (4-pin) Serial port header Main power connector (2 x 12 pin) Diskette drive connector DIMM 0, Channel A and B sockets DIMM 1, Channel A and B sockets Battery Front chassis fan header (3-pin) Chassis intrusion header BIOS configuration jumper block Alternate front panel power LED header Front panel header Serial ATA connectors Hi-speed USB 2.0 headers Speaker IDE connector IEEE 1394a header Related Links: Go to the following links for more information about: • Desktop Board DG965OT • Supported processors • Audio software and utilities • LAN software and drivers...
...header (4-pin) Serial port header Main power connector (2 x 12 pin) Diskette drive connector DIMM 0, Channel A and B sockets DIMM 1, Channel A and B sockets Battery Front chassis fan header (3-pin) Chassis intrusion header BIOS configuration jumper block Alternate front panel power LED header Front panel header Serial ATA connectors Hi-speed USB 2.0 headers Speaker IDE connector IEEE 1394a header Related Links: Go to the following links for more information about: • Desktop Board DG965OT • Supported processors • Audio software and utilities • LAN software and drivers...
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...; 400 MHZ core frequency • Enhanced 3D graphics • Flat panel displays up to 2048 x 1536 at 75 Hz refresh rate (in dual-channel mode) or digital CRT/HDTV up to 1920 x 1080 at 85 Hz refresh rate • Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT). • Intel® Clear Video Technology which enable digital display connections such as DVI and TV-out in card can be used or a PCI Express x16 add-in...
...; 400 MHZ core frequency • Enhanced 3D graphics • Flat panel displays up to 2048 x 1536 at 75 Hz refresh rate (in dual-channel mode) or digital CRT/HDTV up to 1920 x 1080 at 85 Hz refresh rate • Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT). • Intel® Clear Video Technology which enable digital display connections such as DVI and TV-out in card can be used or a PCI Express x16 add-in...
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... back panel and four ports routed to two internal USB 2.0 headers). Table 3. The interface supports: • Up to two IDE devices (such as hard drives) • ATAPI-style devices (such as hard disk drives and CD-ROM drives. Use a shielded cable that fully support USB 2.0 transfer rates. Disabling Hi-Speed USB in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to USB 1.1 operation. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide Table 3 describes the LED states when the board is powered up to 10 USB 2.0 ports via ICH8, connecting one device per channel. 18...
... back panel and four ports routed to two internal USB 2.0 headers). Table 3. The interface supports: • Up to two IDE devices (such as hard drives) • ATAPI-style devices (such as hard disk drives and CD-ROM drives. Use a shielded cable that fully support USB 2.0 transfer rates. Disabling Hi-Speed USB in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to USB 1.1 operation. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide Table 3 describes the LED states when the board is powered up to 10 USB 2.0 ports via ICH8, connecting one device per channel. 18...
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The BIOS is set , you must enter either password to view and change all Setup options. Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration If you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card in your computer, the auto-configuration utility in a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device. PCI and PCI Express* Auto Configuration If you install a Serial ATA or IDE device (such as a hard drive) in your computer, the PCI/PCI Express auto-configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the resources (IRQs, DMA channels, and I/O space) for booting the computer, with the following...
The BIOS is set , you must enter either password to view and change all Setup options. Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration If you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card in your computer, the auto-configuration utility in a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device. PCI and PCI Express* Auto Configuration If you install a Serial ATA or IDE device (such as a hard drive) in your computer, the PCI/PCI Express auto-configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the resources (IRQs, DMA channels, and I/O space) for booting the computer, with the following...
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... the hardware monitoring and fan speed control include: • Monitoring of power supply voltages to detect levels above and below acceptable values • Intel Quiet System Technology, delivering acoustically-optimized thermal management NOTE Memory must be installed in the Channel A, DIMM 0 socket to the chassis intrusion header on the desktop board. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of Desktop Board DG965OT enable the board to be compatible with the Wired for all onboard fans, that...
... the hardware monitoring and fan speed control include: • Monitoring of power supply voltages to detect levels above and below acceptable values • Intel Quiet System Technology, delivering acoustically-optimized thermal management NOTE Memory must be installed in the Channel A, DIMM 0 socket to the chassis intrusion header on the desktop board. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of Desktop Board DG965OT enable the board to be compatible with the Wired for all onboard fans, that...
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... that can adjust the fan speed or switch the fan on page 48 for the location of the power connectors. The computer's response can be set by using the Last Power State feature in before power was interrupted (either on Ring ― Wake from USB ― Wake from an AC power failure, the computer returns to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. The desktop board has two power connectors.
... that can adjust the fan speed or switch the fan on page 48 for the location of the power connectors. The computer's response can be set by using the Last Power State feature in before power was interrupted (either on Ring ― Wake from USB ― Wake from an AC power failure, the computer returns to the power state it was in the BIOS Setup program's Boot menu. The desktop board has two power connectors.
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... settings stored in power management and can damage the power supply and/or effect ACPI S3 sleep state functionality. When signaled by the LED turning amber. If the standby current necessary to provide adequate standby current when using this specification can damage the power supply. Add-in cards that powers up the computer. Power supplies used to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-toRAM) sleep state. The desktop board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification. The LAN...
... settings stored in power management and can damage the power supply and/or effect ACPI S3 sleep state functionality. When signaled by the LED turning amber. If the standby current necessary to provide adequate standby current when using this specification can damage the power supply. Add-in cards that powers up the computer. Power supplies used to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-toRAM) sleep state. The desktop board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification. The LAN...
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... to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the desktop board • Install and remove a processor • Install and remove memory • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card • Connect the IDE and Serial ATA cables • Connect to the internal headers • Connect the flexible audio system • Connect the chassis fan and power cables • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before You Begin CAUTIONS The procedures in this chapter only at an ESD workstation using and modifying electronic...
... to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the desktop board • Install and remove a processor • Install and remove memory • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card • Connect the IDE and Serial ATA cables • Connect to the internal headers • Connect the flexible audio system • Connect the chassis fan and power cables • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery Before You Begin CAUTIONS The procedures in this chapter only at an ESD workstation using and modifying electronic...
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... Jumper Setting Mode Normal (default) (1-2) Description The BIOS uses the current configuration and passwords for the BIOS Setup program modes. Observe the precautions in the BIOS Setup program. Place the jumper on page 25. 2. Setup displays the maintenance menu again. 9. Disconnect the computer's power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or power adapter). 3. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables all peripheral devices connected to clear passwords. Configure (2-3) Recovery (None) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST...
... Jumper Setting Mode Normal (default) (1-2) Description The BIOS uses the current configuration and passwords for the BIOS Setup program modes. Observe the precautions in the BIOS Setup program. Place the jumper on page 25. 2. Setup displays the maintenance menu again. 9. Disconnect the computer's power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or power adapter). 3. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables all peripheral devices connected to clear passwords. Configure (2-3) Recovery (None) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST...
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... Iflash BIOS update file contains: • New BIOS file (including the Intel® Management Engine Firmware Image) • Intel® Integrator Toolkit Configuration File (optional) • Intel Flash Memory Update Utility You can update to a new version of the BIOS by navigating to the Desktop Board DG965OT page on the computer's hard drive and without the need to update the BIOS. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT 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...
... Iflash BIOS update file contains: • New BIOS file (including the Intel® Management Engine Firmware Image) • Intel® Integrator Toolkit Configuration File (optional) • Intel Flash Memory Update Utility You can update to a new version of the BIOS by navigating to the Desktop Board DG965OT page on the computer's hard drive and without the need to update the BIOS. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT 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...
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... Storage Configuration Utility (Ctrl+I) and the Intel® Matrix Storage Console software. use the new mapping shown in the MAIN MENU. 64 Use the arrow keys to enter the RAID Configuration Utility. 2. Select the drives to Create Volume. 8. SATA Port Mapping for a single RAID array is four. NOTE: The maximum number of the volume (if you enter less than two drives available) and press . 5. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide Figure 31. In the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM Main Menu...
... Storage Configuration Utility (Ctrl+I) and the Intel® Matrix Storage Console software. use the new mapping shown in the MAIN MENU. 64 Use the arrow keys to enter the RAID Configuration Utility. 2. Select the drives to Create Volume. 8. SATA Port Mapping for a single RAID array is four. NOTE: The maximum number of the volume (if you enter less than two drives available) and press . 5. Intel Desktop Board DG965OT Product Guide Figure 31. In the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM Main Menu...
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...-party SCSI or RAID driver. Install the Intel Matrix Storage Console software via the Intel Express Installer CD included with your desktop board or after downloading it from this section: "Configuring the BIOS for Intel Matrix Storage Technology" and "Loading the Intel Matrix Storage Technology RAID Drivers and Software". Install the Intel® ICH8R/DO/DH SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH8R) driver. 3. Follow the steps described in the headings from the Internet at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. Finish the Windows installation and install all necessary...
...-party SCSI or RAID driver. Install the Intel Matrix Storage Console software via the Intel Express Installer CD included with your desktop board or after downloading it from this section: "Configuring the BIOS for Intel Matrix Storage Technology" and "Loading the Intel Matrix Storage Technology RAID Drivers and Software". Install the Intel® ICH8R/DO/DH SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH8R) driver. 3. Follow the steps described in the headings from the Internet at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. Finish the Windows installation and install all necessary...
