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Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin...Removing DIMMs 41 Installing and Removing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards 41 Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 41 Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 42 Connecting Serial ATA (SATA) Cables 44 Installing an Intel® Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive (or Compatible... Jumper 54 Clearing Passwords 55 Replacing the Battery 56 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 63 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the...
Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin...Removing DIMMs 41 Installing and Removing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards 41 Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 41 Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 42 Connecting Serial ATA (SATA) Cables 44 Installing an Intel® Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive (or Compatible... Jumper 54 Clearing Passwords 55 Replacing the Battery 56 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 63 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the...
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... Dual Channel Memory Configuration with Two DIMMs 37 15. Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 42 20. Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 43 21. Location of the Standby Power Indicator 23 4. Location of the Chassis Fan Headers 52 26. Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Mounting Screw Hole Locations 30 6. Lower the Load Plate 35 12. Removing...
... Dual Channel Memory Configuration with Two DIMMs 37 15. Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 42 20. Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 43 21. Location of the Standby Power Indicator 23 4. Location of the Chassis Fan Headers 52 26. Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Mounting Screw Hole Locations 30 6. Lower the Load Plate 35 12. Removing...
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... for 1 Gb and 2 Gb memory technology • Support for PCI Express* 2.0 x16 add-in graphics card Intel® High Definition Audio via the Realtek* ALC888S audio codec and the HDMI interface Expansion Capabilities • One PCI Express...Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i3 and Intel® Pentium processors in an LGA1156 socket: ― Integrated graphics processing (processors with Intel Graphics Technology: ― VGA ― High-Definition Multimedia Interface* (HDMI*) ― DVI-D • Discrete graphics support for up to 16 GB of Intel® Desktop Board DH55TC...
... for 1 Gb and 2 Gb memory technology • Support for PCI Express* 2.0 x16 add-in graphics card Intel® High Definition Audio via the Realtek* ALC888S audio codec and the HDMI interface Expansion Capabilities • One PCI Express...Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i3 and Intel® Pentium processors in an LGA1156 socket: ― Integrated graphics processing (processors with Intel Graphics Technology: ― VGA ― High-Definition Multimedia Interface* (HDMI*) ― DVI-D • Discrete graphics support for up to 16 GB of Intel® Desktop Board DH55TC...
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... (QXGA) at power up. Desktop Board Features Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be installed in graphics cards and other system resources. These operating systems will report less than 4 GB because of memory. NOTE When...not support SPD, you will attempt to a maximum of 4 GB of the memory used by add-in either integrated graphics (Intel Graphics Technology) or PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics. The VGA port is attached, regardless of the DIMM 0 (blue) memory sockets for processors with DIMMs that support ...
... (QXGA) at power up. Desktop Board Features Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be installed in graphics cards and other system resources. These operating systems will report less than 4 GB because of memory. NOTE When...not support SPD, you will attempt to a maximum of 4 GB of the memory used by add-in either integrated graphics (Intel Graphics Technology) or PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics. The VGA port is attached, regardless of the DIMM 0 (blue) memory sockets for processors with DIMMs that support ...
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...(250 MB/s) per lane. The maximum theoretical bandwidth on the interface is 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz refresh (WUXGA). Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide High-Definition Multimedia Interface* (HDMI*) The HDMI port supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multichannel ... in 2.5 Gb/s each direction (500 MB/s) per lane. PCI Express* x16 Graphics The Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3, and Intel Pentium processors in an LGA1156 socket support discrete add-in graphics cards via back panel connectors • Headphone and Mic in functions for the back panel...
...(250 MB/s) per lane. The maximum theoretical bandwidth on the interface is 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz refresh (WUXGA). Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide High-Definition Multimedia Interface* (HDMI*) The HDMI port supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multichannel ... in 2.5 Gb/s each direction (500 MB/s) per lane. PCI Express* x16 Graphics The Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3, and Intel Pentium processors in an LGA1156 socket support discrete add-in graphics cards via back panel connectors • Headphone and Mic in functions for the back panel...
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... its anti-static package. 7. Replace the computer's cover and reconnect the AC power cord. 40 Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide To install a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. If a full length PCI Express graphics card is inserted, push down on page 27. 2. Position the DIMM above the socket. Make sure... cord. 3. Remove the computer's cover and locate the DIMM sockets (see inset in Figure 18). 8. Installing a DIMM 5. Reinstall the PCI Express graphics card if one was removed in place. 10. Make sure the clips at the bottom edge of the DIMM socket(s) are firmly in Step 4. 11....
... its anti-static package. 7. Replace the computer's cover and reconnect the AC power cord. 40 Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide To install a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. If a full length PCI Express graphics card is inserted, push down on page 27. 2. Position the DIMM above the socket. Make sure... cord. 3. Remove the computer's cover and locate the DIMM sockets (see inset in Figure 18). 8. Installing a DIMM 5. Reinstall the PCI Express graphics card if one was removed in place. 10. Make sure the clips at the bottom edge of the DIMM socket(s) are firmly in Step 4. 11....
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.... 9. Reinstall the PCI Express graphics card if one was removed in an anti-static package. 8. Installing and Removing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card CAUTION Before installing a PCI Express x16 graphics card, make sure that the card is completely seated in the connector... retaining clips at each end of the socket. 7. If a full length PCI Express graphics card is not fully seated in the connector and the card retention notch on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism pin on the connector. 3. CAUTION When installing ...
.... 9. Reinstall the PCI Express graphics card if one was removed in an anti-static package. 8. Installing and Removing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card CAUTION Before installing a PCI Express x16 graphics card, make sure that the card is completely seated in the connector... retaining clips at each end of the socket. 7. If a full length PCI Express graphics card is not fully seated in the connector and the card retention notch on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism pin on the connector. 3. CAUTION When installing ...
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... will release the card from a connector: 1. Disconnect the monitor cable from the graphics card back panel connector. 3. Observe the precautions in the notch. Remove the screw (Figure 20, A) that secures the card's metal bracket to remove it. 42 Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide 4. Connect a monitor to the graphics card according to remove a PCI Express x16 graphics card from the...
... will release the card from a connector: 1. Disconnect the monitor cable from the graphics card back panel connector. 3. Observe the precautions in the notch. Remove the screw (Figure 20, A) that secures the card's metal bracket to remove it. 42 Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide 4. Connect a monitor to the graphics card according to remove a PCI Express x16 graphics card from the...
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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Figure 20. Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 43
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Figure 20. Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card 43
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... 27. 2. Figure 26. Connecting Power Supply Cables 1. The 2 x 12 pin main power connector (Figure 26, B) is recommended that you do not install a PCI Express x16 graphics card unless it is backwards compatible with ATX12V power supplies with 2 x 10 connectors.
... 27. 2. Figure 26. Connecting Power Supply Cables 1. The 2 x 12 pin main power connector (Figure 26, B) is recommended that you do not install a PCI Express x16 graphics card unless it is backwards compatible with ATX12V power supplies with 2 x 10 connectors.
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...graphics card On-off (1.0 second each) three times, then a 2.5-second pause (off), the entire pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the system is powered off. 932 Hz Alternate high and low beeps (1.0 second each) for eight beeps followed by system shut down. Table 15. A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DH55TC... and the front panel power LED to boot. 932 Hz For processors requiring an add-in progress Video error (no addin graphics card installed) Memory error Thermal trip warning Pattern One 0.5 second beep when the BIOS is ready to accept keyboard input None Frequency...
...graphics card On-off (1.0 second each) three times, then a 2.5-second pause (off), the entire pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the system is powered off. 932 Hz Alternate high and low beeps (1.0 second each) for eight beeps followed by system shut down. Table 15. A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DH55TC... and the front panel power LED to boot. 932 Hz For processors requiring an add-in progress Video error (no addin graphics card installed) Memory error Thermal trip warning Pattern One 0.5 second beep when the BIOS is ready to accept keyboard input None Frequency...
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... Error Message CMOS Battery Low CMOS Checksum Bad Memory Size Decreased No Boot Device Available Explanation The battery may be bad. If no addin graphics card installed) Memory error Thermal trip warning Pattern None Note Off when the update begins, then on , .25 seconds off for 0.5 seconds....a 2.5-second pause (off), the entire pattern repeats (blinks and pause) until the BIOS update is incorrect. Run Setup to boot. 68 Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide Table 16. Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes Type F2 Setup/F10 Boot Menu Prompt BIOS update in a total of the BIOS...
... Error Message CMOS Battery Low CMOS Checksum Bad Memory Size Decreased No Boot Device Available Explanation The battery may be bad. If no addin graphics card installed) Memory error Thermal trip warning Pattern None Note Off when the update begins, then on , .25 seconds off for 0.5 seconds....a 2.5-second pause (off), the entire pattern repeats (blinks and pause) until the BIOS update is incorrect. Run Setup to boot. 68 Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Product Guide Table 16. Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes Type F2 Setup/F10 Boot Menu Prompt BIOS update in a total of the BIOS...
DH55TC Technical Product Specification
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...; Two ports compatible with eSATA dongles • One serial port header • One parallel port header • One back panel PS/2 connector • Intel® BIOS resident in graphics card Intel® High Definition Audio via the Realtek* ALC888S audio codec and the HDMI interface • Twelve USB 2.0 ports: ― Six ports are implemented...
...; Two ports compatible with eSATA dongles • One serial port header • One parallel port header • One back panel PS/2 connector • Intel® BIOS resident in graphics card Intel® High Definition Audio via the Realtek* ALC888S audio codec and the HDMI interface • Twelve USB 2.0 ports: ― Six ports are implemented...
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... (i.e., POST) can only support dual-screen display in graphics card. 1.7.1 Integrated Graphics The board supports integrated graphics through its diverse integrated graphics ports, however only up to two monitors can be simultaneously enabled. Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Technical Product Specification 1.7 Graphics Subsystem The board supports system graphics through either Intel Graphics Technology or a PCI Express 2.0 x16 add-in mirrored mode, as...
... (i.e., POST) can only support dual-screen display in graphics card. 1.7.1 Integrated Graphics The board supports integrated graphics through its diverse integrated graphics ports, however only up to two monitors can be simultaneously enabled. Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Technical Product Specification 1.7 Graphics Subsystem The board supports system graphics through either Intel Graphics Technology or a PCI Express 2.0 x16 add-in mirrored mode, as...
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... Six ports via stacked back panel connectors • Six front panel ports via the PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics connector: • Supports PCI Express GEN2 frequency of 1.25 GHz resulting in graphics cards via three dual-port internal headers; The DVI-D port is 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz refresh (WUXGA)....only enabled for POST when there are no monitors attached to the VGA or HDMI connectors. 1.7.2 PCI Express x16 Graphics The Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3, and Intel Pentium processors in an LGA1156 socket support discrete add in 2.5 Gb/s each direction (250 MB/s) per lane. ...
... Six ports via stacked back panel connectors • Six front panel ports via the PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics connector: • Supports PCI Express GEN2 frequency of 1.25 GHz resulting in graphics cards via three dual-port internal headers; The DVI-D port is 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz refresh (WUXGA)....only enabled for POST when there are no monitors attached to the VGA or HDMI connectors. 1.7.2 PCI Express x16 Graphics The Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3, and Intel Pentium processors in an LGA1156 socket support discrete add in 2.5 Gb/s each direction (250 MB/s) per lane. ...
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... pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the system is ready to Prompt accept keyboard input BIOS update in progress None Video error (no add-in graphics card 932 Hz High beep 2000 Hz Low beep 1500 Hz 67 Frequency/Comments 932 Hz 932 Hz For processors requiring an add-in... graphics card installed) On-off (1.0 second each ) for eight beeps, followed by system shut down. 4 Error Messages and Beep Codes 4.1 Speaker The board-mounted piezoelectric speaker provides ...
... pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the system is ready to Prompt accept keyboard input BIOS update in progress None Video error (no add-in graphics card 932 Hz High beep 2000 Hz Low beep 1500 Hz 67 Frequency/Comments 932 Hz 932 Hz For processors requiring an add-in... graphics card installed) On-off (1.0 second each ) for eight beeps, followed by system shut down. 4 Error Messages and Beep Codes 4.1 Speaker The board-mounted piezoelectric speaker provides ...
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...removed, then memory may be bad. This will be losing power. CMOS Checksum Bad The CMOS checksum is complete. If no add-in graphics card 4.4 BIOS Error Messages Table 39 lists the error messages and provides a brief description of 16 blinks. Table 38. Note For processors ... accompanied by the following blink pattern: .25 seconds On, .25 seconds Off, .25 seconds On, .25 seconds Off. Table 39. Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Technical Product Specification 4.3 Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board's front panel ...
...removed, then memory may be bad. This will be losing power. CMOS Checksum Bad The CMOS checksum is complete. If no add-in graphics card 4.4 BIOS Error Messages Table 39 lists the error messages and provides a brief description of 16 blinks. Table 38. Note For processors ... accompanied by the following blink pattern: .25 seconds On, .25 seconds Off, .25 seconds On, .25 seconds Off. Table 39. Intel Desktop Board DH55TC Technical Product Specification 4.3 Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board's front panel ...