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Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin 31 Installation Precautions 32 Prevent Power Supply Overload 32 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements 32 Installing the I/O Shield 33 Installing and Removing the Desktop Board 34 ...Chassis Fan Cables 56 Connecting Power Supply Cables 57 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 58 Clearing Passwords 59 Replacing the Battery 60 Installing the WiFi/Bluetooth* Module in a Desktop Chassis (Optional 66 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update...
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin 31 Installation Precautions 32 Prevent Power Supply Overload 32 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements 32 Installing the I/O Shield 33 Installing and Removing the Desktop Board 34 ...Chassis Fan Cables 56 Connecting Power Supply Cables 57 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 58 Clearing Passwords 59 Replacing the Battery 60 Installing the WiFi/Bluetooth* Module in a Desktop Chassis (Optional 66 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update...
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Connecting Power Supply Cables 57 28. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table 82 Tables 1. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Components 13 3. IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names 50 9. USB 3.0 Connector 54 17. BIOS Error Messages 72 21. Safety Standards 77...Audio Jack Retasking Support 17 4. LAN Connector LEDs 18 5. Front Panel Intel HD Audio Header Signal Names 50 7. BIOS Beep Codes 71 19. Feature Summary 9 2. Serial Port Header 53 15. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide 25. Back Panel Audio Connectors 55 26. Installing the WiFi/...
Connecting Power Supply Cables 57 28. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table 82 Tables 1. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Components 13 3. IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names 50 9. USB 3.0 Connector 54 17. BIOS Error Messages 72 21. Safety Standards 77...Audio Jack Retasking Support 17 4. LAN Connector LEDs 18 5. Front Panel Intel HD Audio Header Signal Names 50 7. BIOS Beep Codes 71 19. Feature Summary 9 2. Serial Port Header 53 15. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide 25. Back Panel Audio Connectors 55 26. Installing the WiFi/...
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... information on Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC consult the following online resources: • Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/index.ht m • Desktop Board Support http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support?iid=hdr+supp ort • Available configurations for Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC, go /buildit Processor CAUTION Failure to use an appropriate power supply and/or not...
... information on Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC consult the following online resources: • Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/index.ht m • Desktop Board Support http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support?iid=hdr+supp ort • Available configurations for Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC, go /buildit Processor CAUTION Failure to use an appropriate power supply and/or not...
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...; Wake from Consumer IR • Wake from serial port Software Support ACPI ACPI gives the operating system direct control over the power management and Plug and Play functions of a computer. The use of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an operating system that detects...management. Desktop Board Features Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control The features of the hardware monitoring and fan speed control include: • Monitoring of power supply voltages to detect levels above and below acceptable values • Smart fan control provided by the legacy I /O controller. • A thermal...
...; Wake from Consumer IR • Wake from serial port Software Support ACPI ACPI gives the operating system direct control over the power management and Plug and Play functions of a computer. The use of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an operating system that detects...management. Desktop Board Features Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control The features of the hardware monitoring and fan speed control include: • Monitoring of power supply voltages to detect levels above and below acceptable values • Smart fan control provided by the legacy I /O controller. • A thermal...
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... of delivering adequate +5 V standby current. The Desktop Board has a 4-pin processor fan header and three 4-pin chassis fan headers. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can adjust the fan speed or switch the fan on or off as needed. • All fan headers have a +12 V DC connection...
... of delivering adequate +5 V standby current. The Desktop Board has a 4-pin processor fan header and three 4-pin chassis fan headers. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can adjust the fan speed or switch the fan on or off as needed. • All fan headers have a +12 V DC connection...
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... the PCI Express connector. 25 If the standby current necessary to support multiple wake events from the PCI and/or USB buses exceeds power supply capacity, the Desktop Board may lose register settings stored in the S3 sleep state, the computer will appear to its last known awake...must be able to provide enough standby current to wake the computer. The Desktop Board's standby power indicator, shown in power management and can be used with this specification can damage the power supply and/or effect ACPI S3 sleep state functionality. When signaled by the LED turning amber. Desktop...
... the PCI Express connector. 25 If the standby current necessary to support multiple wake events from the PCI and/or USB buses exceeds power supply capacity, the Desktop Board may lose register settings stored in the S3 sleep state, the computer will appear to its last known awake...must be able to provide enough standby current to wake the computer. The Desktop Board's standby power indicator, shown in power management and can be used with this specification can damage the power supply and/or effect ACPI S3 sleep state functionality. When signaled by the LED turning amber. Desktop...
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... • Always follow the steps in each procedure in this chapter. If such a station is off. Disconnect the computer from its power source and from any telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the computer or perform any of the computer chassis. 31 Perform... card • Connect SATA cables • Connect to the internal headers • Connect to the audio system • Connect chassis fan and power supply cables • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery • Install the WiFi/BlueTooth Module (optional) ...
... • Always follow the steps in each procedure in this chapter. If such a station is off. Disconnect the computer from its power source and from any telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the computer or perform any of the computer chassis. 31 Perform... card • Connect SATA cables • Connect to the internal headers • Connect to the audio system • Connect chassis fan and power supply cables • Set the BIOS configuration jumper • Clear passwords • Replace the battery • Install the WiFi/BlueTooth Module (optional) ...
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... modules. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC 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 these... instructions and the instructions provided by the chassis and module suppliers, you increase your computer meets safety and regulatory requirements. To avoid injury, be careful of the power supplies output circuits. To avoid overloading the power supply...
... modules. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC 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 these... instructions and the instructions provided by the chassis and module suppliers, you increase your computer meets safety and regulatory requirements. To avoid injury, be careful of the power supplies output circuits. To avoid overloading the power supply...
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Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide Removing DIMMs To remove a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in an anti-static package. 7. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Replace the computer's cover and reconnect the AC power cord. Hold the DIMM by the edges, lift ...a PCI Express card, ensure that the card is not fully seated in the PCI Express connector before you power on the over-current protection of the power supply, certain Desktop Board components and/or traces may result across the connector pins. Gently spread the retaining clips at...
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide Removing DIMMs To remove a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in an anti-static package. 7. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Replace the computer's cover and reconnect the AC power cord. Hold the DIMM by the edges, lift ...a PCI Express card, ensure that the card is not fully seated in the PCI Express connector before you power on the over-current protection of the power supply, certain Desktop Board components and/or traces may result across the connector pins. Gently spread the retaining clips at...
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Figure 26 shows the location of the Chassis Fan Headers 56 Location of the chassis fan headers. Figure 26. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables Connecting Chassis Fan Cables Connect chassis fan cables to the chassis fan headers on the Desktop Board.
Figure 26 shows the location of the Chassis Fan Headers 56 Location of the chassis fan headers. Figure 26. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables Connecting Chassis Fan Cables Connect chassis fan cables to the chassis fan headers on the Desktop Board.
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... 2 x 12 pin connector (Figure 27, B). 57 Connect the main power supply cable to the board or the system may not function properly. The 2 x 12 pin main power connector (Figure 27, B) is backwards compatible with ATX12V power supplies with 2 x 10 connectors. Connect the 12 V processor core voltage power supply cable to the 2 x 4 pin connector (Figure 27, A). 3. Installing and...
... 2 x 12 pin connector (Figure 27, B). 57 Connect the main power supply cable to the board or the system may not function properly. The 2 x 12 pin main power connector (Figure 27, B) is backwards compatible with ATX12V power supplies with 2 x 10 connectors. Connect the 12 V processor core voltage power supply cable to the 2 x 4 pin connector (Figure 27, A). 3. Installing and...
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... of the battery. Disposal of explosion if the battery is plugged in, the standby current from the power supply extends the life of three years. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide Replacing the Battery A coin-cell battery (CR2032) powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory. When the computer is accurate to ± 13 minutes...
... of the battery. Disposal of explosion if the battery is plugged in, the standby current from the power supply extends the life of three years. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide Replacing the Battery A coin-cell battery (CR2032) powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory. When the computer is accurate to ± 13 minutes...
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...Keying connectors when mating the wrong connectors could be hazardous If the power supply and other areas. Regulatory Compliance Korea Class B Statement Korea Class B Statement translation: This equipment is for the host chassis, power supply, and other modules: • Product certifications or lack of ...the newly completed computer. 85 Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance Before computer integration, make sure that the power supply and other modules or peripherals, as applicable, are not Class B EMC compliant before integration, then EMC testing may be used...
...Keying connectors when mating the wrong connectors could be hazardous If the power supply and other areas. Regulatory Compliance Korea Class B Statement Korea Class B Statement translation: This equipment is for the host chassis, power supply, and other modules: • Product certifications or lack of ...the newly completed computer. 85 Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance Before computer integration, make sure that the power supply and other modules or peripherals, as applicable, are not Class B EMC compliant before integration, then EMC testing may be used...
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... and certain components; are proof of Conformity statement to the European EMC directive, Low Voltage directive (as the power supply, peripheral drives, wiring, and cables; If the chassis and other directives, such as the power supply, peripheral drives, wiring, and cables; are not properly CE marked, a supplier's Declaration of certification. Typical product certifications include...
... and certain components; are proof of Conformity statement to the European EMC directive, Low Voltage directive (as the power supply, peripheral drives, wiring, and cables; If the chassis and other directives, such as the power supply, peripheral drives, wiring, and cables; are not properly CE marked, a supplier's Declaration of certification. Typical product certifications include...
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... the definition of the new requirements. Intel has worked directly with safety requirements. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide In Canada A nationally recognized certification mark such as CSA or cUL signifies compliance with these two governmental agencies in an adequate system configuration, including appropriate selection of an efficient power supply: • Energy Star v5.0, category...
... the definition of the new requirements. Intel has worked directly with safety requirements. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide In Canada A nationally recognized certification mark such as CSA or cUL signifies compliance with these two governmental agencies in an adequate system configuration, including appropriate selection of an efficient power supply: • Energy Star v5.0, category...
Technical Product Specification
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Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Technical Product Specification 1.13.3 Chassis Intrusion and Detection 34 1.13.4 Thermal Monitoring 35 1.14 Power Management 36 1.14.1 ACPI 36 1.14.2 Hardware Support 39 1.15 Board Status LEDs 43 1.16 Onboard Power and Reset Buttons 45 2 ...Component-side Connectors and Headers 51 2.3 Jumper Block 61 2.4 Mechanical Considerations 63 2.4.1 Form Factor 63 2.5 Electrical Considerations 64 2.5.1 Power Supply Considerations 64 2.5.2 Fan Header Current Capability 65 2.5.3 Add-in Board Considerations 65 2.6 Thermal Considerations 66 2.7 Reliability 68 2.8 ...
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Technical Product Specification 1.13.3 Chassis Intrusion and Detection 34 1.13.4 Thermal Monitoring 35 1.14 Power Management 36 1.14.1 ACPI 36 1.14.2 Hardware Support 39 1.15 Board Status LEDs 43 1.16 Onboard Power and Reset Buttons 45 2 ...Component-side Connectors and Headers 51 2.3 Jumper Block 61 2.4 Mechanical Considerations 63 2.4.1 Form Factor 63 2.5 Electrical Considerations 64 2.5.1 Power Supply Considerations 64 2.5.2 Fan Header Current Capability 65 2.5.3 Add-in Board Considerations 65 2.6 Thermal Considerations 66 2.7 Reliability 68 2.8 ...
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... 36. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Technical Product Specification 5. DisplayPort Status Conditions 26 8. S/PDIF Header 53 20. Processor, Front and Rear Chassis, and Auxiliary (4-Pin) Fan Headers ..... 55 25. Processor Core Power Connector 57 27. States for Intel HD Audio 53 18. Front-panel Power LED Blink... Front Panel Header 58 29. States for AC '97 Audio 53 19. BIOS Setup Configuration Jumper Settings 62 32. Recommended Power Supply Current Values 64 33. Thermal Considerations for BIOS Recovery 73 39. BIOS Setup Program Menu Bar 70 37. BIOS Setup Program...
... 36. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Technical Product Specification 5. DisplayPort Status Conditions 26 8. S/PDIF Header 53 20. Processor, Front and Rear Chassis, and Auxiliary (4-Pin) Fan Headers ..... 55 25. Processor Core Power Connector 57 27. States for Intel HD Audio 53 18. Front-panel Power LED Blink... Front Panel Header 58 29. States for AC '97 Audio 53 19. BIOS Setup Configuration Jumper Settings 62 32. Recommended Power Supply Current Values 64 33. Thermal Considerations for BIOS Recovery 73 39. BIOS Setup Program Menu Bar 70 37. BIOS Setup Program...
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... connectors from the PCH via PCI bridge • Hardware monitoring and fan control through the Nuvoton I/O controller • Voltage sense to detect out of range power supply voltages • Thermal sense to detect out of range thermal values • Four fan headers using PWM control • Four fan sense inputs used to... control (4-pin fan headers front, rear, and auxiliary) with selectable support in BIOS for 3 wire fans • Support for Platform Environmental Control Interface (PECI) 12 Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Technical Product Specification Table 2.
... connectors from the PCH via PCI bridge • Hardware monitoring and fan control through the Nuvoton I/O controller • Voltage sense to detect out of range power supply voltages • Thermal sense to detect out of range thermal values • Four fan headers using PWM control • Four fan sense inputs used to... control (4-pin fan headers front, rear, and auxiliary) with selectable support in BIOS for 3 wire fans • Support for Platform Environmental Control Interface (PECI) 12 Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Technical Product Specification Table 2.
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... when falling within the wattage requirements of unsupported processors can damage the board, the processor, and the power supply. Use of the Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC. For information about ... Refer to Section 2.5.1 on page 64 for providing power to ) the following: • No parallel port connector • No floppy drive connector 1.3 Online Support To find...
... when falling within the wattage requirements of unsupported processors can damage the board, the processor, and the power supply. Use of the Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC. For information about ... Refer to Section 2.5.1 on page 64 for providing power to ) the following: • No parallel port connector • No floppy drive connector 1.3 Online Support To find...
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... XP, Windows Vista*, and Windows 7* operating systems. NOTE Many SATA drives use new low-voltage power connectors and require adapters or power supplies equipped with Intel Rapid Storage Technology RAID support (black) The underlying SATA functionality is used. The SATA controller can operate... eSATA 6.0 Gb/s port through a Marvell controller (red) • Four internal SATA 3.0 Gb/s interfaces through the Intel Z68 Express Chipset with low-voltage power connectors. For more information, see: http://www.serialata.org/. In Native mode, standard PCI Conventional bus resource steering is...
... XP, Windows Vista*, and Windows 7* operating systems. NOTE Many SATA drives use new low-voltage power connectors and require adapters or power supplies equipped with Intel Rapid Storage Technology RAID support (black) The underlying SATA functionality is used. The SATA controller can operate... eSATA 6.0 Gb/s port through a Marvell controller (red) • Four internal SATA 3.0 Gb/s interfaces through the Intel Z68 Express Chipset with low-voltage power connectors. For more information, see: http://www.serialata.org/. In Native mode, standard PCI Conventional bus resource steering is...