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Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...13 Intel® Q45 Express Chipset 14 Intel Q45 Graphics Subsystem 15 DVI Support 15 Audio Subsystem 16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller 16 LAN Subsystem 17 LAN Subsystem Software 17 LAN Status Indicators 17 Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT) 5.0 18 Intel AMT Status Indicator 19 Intel®...
Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...13 Intel® Q45 Express Chipset 14 Intel Q45 Graphics Subsystem 15 DVI Support 15 Audio Subsystem 16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller 16 LAN Subsystem 17 LAN Subsystem Software 17 LAN Status Indicators 17 Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT) 5.0 18 Intel AMT Status Indicator 19 Intel®...
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Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin 29 Installation Precautions 30 Prevent Power Supply Overload 30 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements 30 Installing the I/O Shield 31 Installing and Removing the Desktop Board 32 Installing and Removing a Processor 33 Installing a Processor 33 Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink 36 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 37...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin 29 Installation Precautions 30 Prevent Power Supply Overload 30 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements 30 Installing the I/O Shield 31 Installing and Removing the Desktop Board 32 Installing and Removing a Processor 33 Installing a Processor 33 Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink 36 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 37...
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Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Components 11 2. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 34 10. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 38 15. Internal Headers 43 19. Location of the Chassis Fan Headers 48 21. Install the Processor 35 12. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink...Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance 81 Product Certifications 82 Board-Level Certification Markings 82 Chassis and Component Certifications 83 Figures 1. Installing the I/O Shield 31 6. LAN Status LEDs 17 3. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Mounting Screw Hole Locations 32 7. Lift the Load ...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Components 11 2. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 34 10. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Example 38 15. Internal Headers 43 19. Location of the Chassis Fan Headers 48 21. Install the Processor 35 12. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink...Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance 81 Product Certifications 82 Board-Level Certification Markings 82 Chassis and Component Certifications 83 Figures 1. Installing the I/O Shield 31 6. LAN Status LEDs 17 3. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Mounting Screw Hole Locations 32 7. Lift the Load ...
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...Intel® processor in the LGA775 package • Two 240-pin, DDR2 1.8 V SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets • 800/667 MHz single or dual channel DDR2 SDRAM interface • Support for up to 4 GB of system memory Intel® Q45 Express Chipset consisting of the Desktop Board... (eSATA) channel • SATA RAID support via Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (Intel® MST) including support for Intel® Rapid Recover Technology (Intel® RRT) continued 9 1 Desktop Board Features This chapter briefly describes the features of Intel® Desktop Board DQ45EK.
...Intel® processor in the LGA775 package • Two 240-pin, DDR2 1.8 V SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets • 800/667 MHz single or dual channel DDR2 SDRAM interface • Support for up to 4 GB of system memory Intel® Q45 Express Chipset consisting of the Desktop Board... (eSATA) channel • SATA RAID support via Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (Intel® MST) including support for Intel® Rapid Recover Technology (Intel® RRT) continued 9 1 Desktop Board Features This chapter briefly describes the features of Intel® Desktop Board DQ45EK.
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...; Support for Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK, http://processormatch.intel.com Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be populated with the Desktop Board and must be purchased separately. Processors are not supported 13 The processor connects to the Desktop Board through the LGA775 socket. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK supports an Intel processor in damage to the board, or the...
...; Support for Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK, http://processormatch.intel.com Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be populated with the Desktop Board and must be purchased separately. Processors are not supported 13 The processor connects to the Desktop Board through the LGA775 socket. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK supports an Intel processor in damage to the board, or the...
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... to the processor, memory, PCI Express, and the DMI interconnect. ICH10DO is a centralized controller for more information about: • SDRAM specifications, http://intel.com/technology/memory/ • Installing memory, page 37 in a reduction of as much as PCI Express) require physical memory address locations that can reduce available addressable system memory. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product...
... to the processor, memory, PCI Express, and the DMI interconnect. ICH10DO is a centralized controller for more information about: • SDRAM specifications, http://intel.com/technology/memory/ • Installing memory, page 37 in a reduction of as much as PCI Express) require physical memory address locations that can reduce available addressable system memory. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product...
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...and interrupt errors that support virtualization of platforms based on Intel processors, thereby enabling the running of a processor with virtualization software, enables multiple usages such as server ...Intel Virtualization Technology (Intel VT) Hardware support for processor virtualization enables simple, robust and reliable VMM software. Each partition behaves like a virtual machine (VM) and provides isolation and protection across partitions. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT) Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel...
...and interrupt errors that support virtualization of platforms based on Intel processors, thereby enabling the running of a processor with virtualization software, enables multiple usages such as server ...Intel Virtualization Technology (Intel VT) Hardware support for processor virtualization enables simple, robust and reliable VMM software. Each partition behaves like a virtual machine (VM) and provides isolation and protection across partitions. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT) Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel...
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... help enable greater levels of software-based attacks. Desktop Board Features Intel® Trusted Execution Technology (Intel® TXT) Intel® Trusted Execution Technology (Intel® TXT) is a highly versatile set of a processor with Intel TXT support. Intel Trusted Execution Technology capabilities include: • Protected execution and memory spaces where sensitive data can be required. 21 Intel TXT will provide a hardware-based security foundation...
... help enable greater levels of software-based attacks. Desktop Board Features Intel® Trusted Execution Technology (Intel® TXT) Intel® Trusted Execution Technology (Intel® TXT) is a highly versatile set of a processor with Intel TXT support. Intel Trusted Execution Technology capabilities include: • Protected execution and memory spaces where sensitive data can be required. 21 Intel TXT will provide a hardware-based security foundation...
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...a mechanical switch on the chassis that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Desktop Board Features • Thermal sensors in before power was interrupted (either on the Desktop Board. Chassis Intrusion The board supports a chassis security feature that can be set by using the Last Power State... the computer returns to the power state it was in the processor, GMCH, and ICH10DO, plus an onboard remote sensor NOTE The minimum thermal reporting threshold for the location of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an operating system that provides full ACPI support. When resuming...
...a mechanical switch on the chassis that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Desktop Board Features • Thermal sensors in before power was interrupted (either on the Desktop Board. Chassis Intrusion The board supports a chassis security feature that can be set by using the Last Power State... the computer returns to the power state it was in the processor, GMCH, and ICH10DO, plus an onboard remote sensor NOTE The minimum thermal reporting threshold for the location of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an operating system that provides full ACPI support. When resuming...
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The Desktop Board has a 4-pin processor fan header and a 3-pin chassis fan header. Failure to provide adequate standby current when ..., the computer will appear to provide adequate standby current when using this Desktop Board must be able to provide enough standby current to wake the computer. 26 The Desktop Board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification. Fan Headers The function/...computer quickly returns to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-toRAM) sleep state. While in memory. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide The Desktop Board has two power connectors.
The Desktop Board has a 4-pin processor fan header and a 3-pin chassis fan header. Failure to provide adequate standby current when ..., the computer will appear to provide adequate standby current when using this Desktop Board must be able to provide enough standby current to wake the computer. 26 The Desktop Board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification. Fan Headers The function/...computer quickly returns to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-toRAM) sleep state. While in memory. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide The Desktop Board has two power connectors.
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... only at an ESD workstation using and modifying electronic equipment. If such a station is off. Some circuitry on the board can continue to operate even though the front panel power button is not available, you can provide some ESD protection by wearing...(ESD) can result in personal injury or equipment damage. 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components This chapter tells you how to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the Desktop Board • Install and remove a processor • Install and remove memory • Connect the Serial ATA cables •...
... only at an ESD workstation using and modifying electronic equipment. If such a station is off. Some circuitry on the board can continue to operate even though the front panel power button is not available, you can provide some ESD protection by wearing...(ESD) can result in personal injury or equipment damage. 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components This chapter tells you how to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the Desktop Board • Install and remove a processor • Install and remove memory • Connect the Serial ATA cables •...
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...supplies output circuits. For information about regulatory compliance, go to Appendix B on the chassis • Hot components (such as processors, voltage regulators, and heat sinks) • Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit Observe all warnings and ...the instructions for associated modules, contact the supplier's technical support to qualified technical personnel. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide Installation Precautions When you install and test the Intel Desktop Board, observe all warnings and cautions in this section and the instructions supplied with the chassis...
...supplies output circuits. For information about regulatory compliance, go to Appendix B on the chassis • Hot components (such as processors, voltage regulators, and heat sinks) • Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit Observe all warnings and ...the instructions for associated modules, contact the supplier's technical support to qualified technical personnel. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide Installation Precautions When you install and test the Intel Desktop Board, observe all warnings and cautions in this section and the instructions supplied with the chassis...
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..." on page 27). Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing and Removing a Processor This section contains information on how to do so could damage the processor and the board. Failure to install and remove a processor on the Desktop Board. To install a processor, follow these instructions: 1. Installing a Processor CAUTION Before installing or removing the processor, make sure the AC power has been...
..." on page 27). Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing and Removing a Processor This section contains information on how to do so could damage the processor and the board. Failure to install and remove a processor on the Desktop Board. To install a processor, follow these instructions: 1. Installing a Processor CAUTION Before installing or removing the processor, make sure the AC power has been...
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Do not touch the socket contacts (Figure 8, B). Remove the plastic protective socket cover from the socket. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 34 Lift the load plate (Figure 8, A). Figure 8. Always replace the socket cover if the processor is removed from the load plate (Figure 9). Figure 9. Lift the Load Plate 4. Do not discard the protective socket cover. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide 3.
Do not touch the socket contacts (Figure 8, B). Remove the plastic protective socket cover from the socket. Remove the Protective Socket Cover 34 Lift the load plate (Figure 8, A). Figure 8. Always replace the socket cover if the processor is removed from the load plate (Figure 9). Figure 9. Lift the Load Plate 4. Do not discard the protective socket cover. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide 3.
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... processor cover if the processor is removed from the Protective Processor Cover 6. Hold the processor only at the edges, being careful not to the socket cutouts (Figure 11, A). Remove the processor from the protective processor cover. Align notches (Figure 11, B) with your fingers align to touch the bottom of the processor (see Figure 10). Installing and Replacing Desktop Board...
... processor cover if the processor is removed from the Protective Processor Cover 6. Hold the processor only at the edges, being careful not to the socket cutouts (Figure 11, A). Remove the processor from the protective processor cover. Align notches (Figure 11, B) with your fingers align to touch the bottom of the processor (see Figure 10). Installing and Replacing Desktop Board...
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For instructions on the load plate (Figure 12, A), close and engage the socket lever (Figure 12, B). Pressing down on how to attach the processor fan heat sink to the Desktop Board, refer to the boxed processor manual. 36 Close the Load Plate Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK has mounting holes for a processor fan heat sink. Figure 12. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide 7.
For instructions on the load plate (Figure 12, A), close and engage the socket lever (Figure 12, B). Pressing down on how to attach the processor fan heat sink to the Desktop Board, refer to the boxed processor manual. 36 Close the Load Plate Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK has mounting holes for a processor fan heat sink. Figure 12. Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide 7.
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... Heat Sink Cable Removing the Processor For instructions on how to remove the processor fan heat sink and processor, refer to the 4-pin processor fan header (see Figure 13). Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable Connect the processor fan heat sink cable to the processor installation manual. 37 However, since a fan with...
... Heat Sink Cable Removing the Processor For instructions on how to remove the processor fan heat sink and processor, refer to the 4-pin processor fan header (see Figure 13). Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable Connect the processor fan heat sink cable to the processor installation manual. 37 However, since a fan with...
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...the 12 V processor core voltage power supply cable to the board or the system may result in "Before You Begin" on the Desktop Board is backwards compatible with ATX12V power supplies with 2 x 10 connectors. Figure 21. Connecting Power Supply Cables 1. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Power ... appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V (2 x 2 pin) power connector to the Desktop Board may not function properly. Figure 21 shows the location of the Desktop Board power connectors. Connect the main power supply cable to the 2 x 12 pin connector. 3. Observe the...
...the 12 V processor core voltage power supply cable to the board or the system may result in "Before You Begin" on the Desktop Board is backwards compatible with ATX12V power supplies with 2 x 10 connectors. Figure 21. Connecting Power Supply Cables 1. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Power ... appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V (2 x 2 pin) power connector to the Desktop Board may not function properly. Figure 21 shows the location of the Desktop Board power connectors. Connect the main power supply cable to the 2 x 12 pin connector. 3. Observe the...
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... The firmware has detected that the system memory has decreased. Table 14. A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code • By displaying an ... BIOS Error Messages Error Message PROCESSOR_THERMAL_TRIP_ERROR MULTI_BIT_ECC_ERROR SINGLE_BIT_ECC_ERROR CMOS_BATTERY_ERROR CMOS_CHECKSUM_ERROR CMOS_TIMER_ERROR MEMORY_SIZE_DECREASE_ERROR INTRUDER_DETECTION_ERROR SPD_TOLER_ERROR MEM_OPTIMAL_ERROR Explanation Processor was opened. The firmware has detected that a Single-Bit ECC Error occurred. The system ...
... The firmware has detected that the system memory has decreased. Table 14. A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code • By displaying an ... BIOS Error Messages Error Message PROCESSOR_THERMAL_TRIP_ERROR MULTI_BIT_ECC_ERROR SINGLE_BIT_ECC_ERROR CMOS_BATTERY_ERROR CMOS_CHECKSUM_ERROR CMOS_TIMER_ERROR MEMORY_SIZE_DECREASE_ERROR INTRUDER_DETECTION_ERROR SPD_TOLER_ERROR MEM_OPTIMAL_ERROR Explanation Processor was opened. The firmware has detected that a Single-Bit ECC Error occurred. The system ...