Product guide for Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL
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Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Supported Operating Systems 11 Desktop Board Components 12 Processor ...14 Intel® Z68 Express Chipset 15 Intel® RST 15 Intel® RRT 15 Intel® Smart Response Technology 15 Main Memory...16 Graphics Support 17 Audio Subsystem 17 LAN Subsystem 18 USB Support ...19 SATA Support...19 Expandability...19 ...
Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Supported Operating Systems 11 Desktop Board Components 12 Processor ...14 Intel® Z68 Express Chipset 15 Intel® RST 15 Intel® RRT 15 Intel® Smart Response Technology 15 Main Memory...16 Graphics Support 17 Audio Subsystem 17 LAN Subsystem 18 USB Support ...19 SATA Support...19 Expandability...19 ...
Product guide for Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL
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Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide Installing and Removing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink 35 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 35 Removing the Processor 35 Installing and Removing System Memory 36 Guidelines for Dual Channel Memory Configuration 36 Two or Four DIMMs 36 Three ... the BIOS Configuration Jumper 52 Clearing Passwords 53 Replacing the Battery 54 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 61 Updating the BIOS Using the F7 Function Key 62 Updating the BIOS with the...
Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide Installing and Removing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink 35 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 35 Removing the Processor 35 Installing and Removing System Memory 36 Guidelines for Dual Channel Memory Configuration 36 Two or Four DIMMs 36 Three ... the BIOS Configuration Jumper 52 Clearing Passwords 53 Replacing the Battery 54 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 61 Updating the BIOS Using the F7 Function Key 62 Updating the BIOS with the...
Product guide for Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL
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... Compatibility (EMC) Compliance 79 Product Certifications 80 Board-Level Certifications 80 Chassis- Removing the Battery 59 26. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table 76 vii Secure the Load Plate in Place 34 11. Use DDR3 DIMMs... 21. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Components 12 2. LAN Connector LEDs 18 3. Install the Processor 33 10. Remove the Processor from the Protective Cover 33 9. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Mounting Screw Hole Locations 30 6. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Power Cable to the Processor Fan Header...
... Compatibility (EMC) Compliance 79 Product Certifications 80 Board-Level Certifications 80 Chassis- Removing the Battery 59 26. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table 76 vii Secure the Load Plate in Place 34 11. Use DDR3 DIMMs... 21. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Components 12 2. LAN Connector LEDs 18 3. Install the Processor 33 10. Remove the Processor from the Protective Cover 33 9. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Mounting Screw Hole Locations 30 6. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Power Cable to the Processor Fan Header...
Product guide for Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL
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...Intel® Core™ i3 processors, in the LGA1155 package, with integrated memory controller Intel® Z68 Express Chipset consisting of the Intel Z68 Platform Controller Hub (PCH) with support for: • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) • Intel® Smart Response Technology • Intel® Rapid Recover Technology (Intel... Gb, and 4 Gb memory technology • Support for Intel HD Audio and AC '97 Audio ― Five analog ...add-in graphics card • 10-channel (7.1+2) Intel® High Definition Audio (Intel® HD Audio) using a Realtek* ALC892 ...
...Intel® Core™ i3 processors, in the LGA1155 package, with integrated memory controller Intel® Z68 Express Chipset consisting of the Intel Z68 Platform Controller Hub (PCH) with support for: • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) • Intel® Smart Response Technology • Intel® Rapid Recover Technology (Intel... Gb, and 4 Gb memory technology • Support for Intel HD Audio and AC '97 Audio ― Five analog ...add-in graphics card • 10-channel (7.1+2) Intel® High Definition Audio (Intel® HD Audio) using a Realtek* ALC892 ...
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...) 3.0 Gb/s ports (one on the board and one on the back panel) Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) version 10.6 Legacy I/O Support LAN Support BIOS Legacy I/O Controller (Nuvoton* W83677HG-I) that ...LAN controller including an RJ-45 back panel connector with integrated status LEDs • Intel® BIOS resident in an Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device •...values • Three fan headers using Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) control • 4-pin headers for processor and chassis fans • 4-wire and 3-wire (linear) fan speed control support for the chassis...
...) 3.0 Gb/s ports (one on the board and one on the back panel) Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) version 10.6 Legacy I/O Support LAN Support BIOS Legacy I/O Controller (Nuvoton* W83677HG-I) that ...LAN controller including an RJ-45 back panel connector with integrated status LEDs • Intel® BIOS resident in an Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device •...values • Three fan headers using Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) control • 4-pin headers for processor and chassis fans • 4-wire and 3-wire (linear) fan speed control support for the chassis...
Product guide for Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL
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... to the board, or the system may result in an LGA1155 package. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide Online Support For more information on supported processors for Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL • Supported processors http://ark.intel.com http://processormatch.intel.com • Chipset information http://www.intel.com/products/desktop/chipsets/inde x.htm • BIOS and driver updates...
... to the board, or the system may result in an LGA1155 package. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide Online Support For more information on supported processors for Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL • Supported processors http://ark.intel.com http://processormatch.intel.com • Chipset information http://www.intel.com/products/desktop/chipsets/inde x.htm • BIOS and driver updates...
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...port • Stereo input and output via the PCI Express 2.0 x16 add-in each direction (500 MB/s) per lane. Audio Subsystem The board supports Intel High Definition Audio through a PCI Express 2.0 x16 add-in x16 mode. The board supports the following audio interfaces: • 7.1 analog back panel ...rate loss-less DVD Audio and Blu-ray Disc* audio content playback (with support for Intel HD Audio and AC '97 Audio 17 The Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3, and Intel Pentium processors in an LGA1155 socket support discrete add-in graphics cards via back panel connectors •...
...port • Stereo input and output via the PCI Express 2.0 x16 add-in each direction (500 MB/s) per lane. Audio Subsystem The board supports Intel High Definition Audio through a PCI Express 2.0 x16 add-in x16 mode. The board supports the following audio interfaces: • 7.1 analog back panel ...rate loss-less DVD Audio and Blu-ray Disc* audio content playback (with support for Intel HD Audio and AC '97 Audio 17 The Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3, and Intel Pentium processors in an LGA1155 socket support discrete add-in graphics cards via back panel connectors •...
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...Fan monitoring can enter either the supervisor password or the user password to access Setup. Hardware Management The hardware management features of Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL enable the board to be compatible with the following : • Fan speed monitoring and control • Thermal and voltage ...and fan speed control include: • Smart fan control provided by the legacy I /O controller. • Thermal sensors in the processor and Intel Z68 PCH, as well as needed. Desktop Board Features Security Passwords The BIOS includes security features that can adjust fan speed as ...
...Fan monitoring can enter either the supervisor password or the user password to access Setup. Hardware Management The hardware management features of Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL enable the board to be compatible with the following : • Fan speed monitoring and control • Thermal and voltage ...and fan speed control include: • Smart fan control provided by the legacy I /O controller. • Thermal sensors in the processor and Intel Z68 PCH, as well as needed. Desktop Board Features Security Passwords The BIOS includes security features that can adjust fan speed as ...
Product guide for Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL
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... adequate standby current when using this feature can damage the power supply and/or effect ACPI S3 sleep state functionality. The Desktop Board has a 4-pin processor fan header and two 4-pin chassis fan headers compatible with 4-wire and 3-wire chassis fans. Instantly Available PC technology enables the board to enter the...
... adequate standby current when using this feature can damage the power supply and/or effect ACPI S3 sleep state functionality. The Desktop Board has a 4-pin processor fan header and two 4-pin chassis fan headers compatible with 4-wire and 3-wire chassis fans. Instantly Available PC technology enables the board to enter the...
Product guide for Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL
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... in this chapter. Follow these guidelines before you how 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 SATA drives • Connect to the internal headers • Connect...
... in this chapter. Follow these guidelines before you how 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 SATA drives • Connect to the internal headers • Connect...
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...supplied with these instructions and the instructions provided by the chassis and module suppliers, you increase your computer meets safety and regulatory requirements. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide Installation Precautions When you can ensure that your safety risk and the possibility of noncompliance with regional laws and regulations. To ...pins on connectors • Sharp pins on printed circuit assemblies • Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis • Hot components (such as processors, voltage regulators, and heat sinks) • Damage to Appendix B. 28
...supplied with these instructions and the instructions provided by the chassis and module suppliers, you increase your computer meets safety and regulatory requirements. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide Installation Precautions When you can ensure that your safety risk and the possibility of noncompliance with regional laws and regulations. To ...pins on connectors • Sharp pins on printed circuit assemblies • Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis • Hot components (such as processors, voltage regulators, and heat sinks) • Damage to Appendix B. 28
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... instructions: 1. the standby power LED should not be lit (see Figure 3 on page 27. 2. Unlatch the processor socket lever by unplugging the power cord from the socket (Figure 6, A, B). Installing a Processor CAUTION Before installing or removing a processor, make sure the AC power has been removed by pushing it down and away from the computer;
... instructions: 1. the standby power LED should not be lit (see Figure 3 on page 27. 2. Unlatch the processor socket lever by unplugging the power cord from the socket (Figure 6, A, B). Installing a Processor CAUTION Before installing or removing a processor, make sure the AC power has been removed by pushing it down and away from the computer;
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... in Figure 9 to touch the bottom of the processor (see Figure 8). Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 4. Figure 9. Remove the processor from the Protective Cover 5. NOTE Do not discard the processor cover. Always replace the processor cover if you remove the processor from the socket. Hold the processor only at the edges, being careful not to...
... in Figure 9 to touch the bottom of the processor (see Figure 8). Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 4. Figure 9. Remove the processor from the Protective Cover 5. NOTE Do not discard the processor cover. Always replace the processor cover if you remove the processor from the socket. Hold the processor only at the edges, being careful not to...
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... pop off as the lever is lowered. Secure the Load Plate in Place 8. Always replace the socket cover if you remove the processor from the desktop board. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide 7. Carefully lower the socket lever (Figure 10, A) while making sure that the front edge of the load plate slides under...
... pop off as the lever is lowered. Secure the Load Plate in Place 8. Always replace the socket cover if you remove the processor from the desktop board. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide 7. Carefully lower the socket lever (Figure 10, A) while making sure that the front edge of the load plate slides under...
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... heat sink and processor, refer to the 4-pin processor fan header (see Figure 11). Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable Connect the processor fan heat sink power cable to the processor installation manual. 35 Figure 11. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL has mounting holes for a processor fan heat...
... heat sink and processor, refer to the 4-pin processor fan header (see Figure 11). Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable Connect the processor fan heat sink power cable to the processor installation manual. 35 Figure 11. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL has mounting holes for a processor fan heat...
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... to the power supply. Connecting Power Supply Cables 1. Connect the main power supply cable to the 2 x 2 pin connector (Figure 23, A). 3. Figure 23. Connect the 12 V processor core voltage power supply cable to the 2 x 12 pin connector (Figure 23, B). 51 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Power Supply Cables CAUTION Failure...
... to the power supply. Connecting Power Supply Cables 1. Connect the main power supply cable to the 2 x 2 pin connector (Figure 23, A). 3. Figure 23. Connect the 12 V processor core voltage power supply cable to the 2 x 12 pin connector (Figure 23, B). 51 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Power Supply Cables CAUTION Failure...
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A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code and blinking the front panel power LED • By displaying an error message on ... Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board's speaker to beep 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...
A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code and blinking the front panel power LED • By displaying an error message on ... Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board's speaker to beep 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...
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... each ) three times, then a 3.0-second pause (off), the entire pattern repeats (blinks and pause) until the system is complete. For processors requiring an add-in progress Video error (no memory was removed, then memory may be losing power. BIOS Error Messages When a recoverable error ... messages. The pattern repeats until the system is incorrect. Table 18 gives an explanation of 32 blinks. Run Setup to boot. 70 Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide Table 17. Each beep will be accompanied by the following blink pattern: .25 seconds on, .25 seconds off, .25...
... each ) three times, then a 3.0-second pause (off), the entire pattern repeats (blinks and pause) until the system is complete. For processors requiring an add-in progress Video error (no memory was removed, then memory may be losing power. BIOS Error Messages When a recoverable error ... messages. The pattern repeats until the system is incorrect. Table 18 gives an explanation of 32 blinks. Run Setup to boot. 70 Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Product Guide Table 17. Each beep will be accompanied by the following blink pattern: .25 seconds on, .25 seconds off, .25...
Technical product specification
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...Board Layout 13 1.1.3 Block Diagram 15 1.2 Legacy Considerations 16 1.3 Online Support 16 1.4 Processor 17 1.4.1 PCI Express x16 Graphics 17 1.5 System Memory 18 1.5.1 Memory Configurations 19 1.6 Intel® Z68 Express Chipset 21 1.6.1 Intel® RST 21 1.6.2 USB 22 1.7 SATA Interfaces 23 1.8 Real-Time Clock Subsystem ...10 Audio Subsystem 25 1.10.1 Audio Subsystem Software 26 1.10.2 Audio Subsystem Components 26 1.11 LAN Subsystem 27 1.11.1 Intel® 82579V Gigabit Ethernet Controller 27 1.11.2 LAN Subsystem Software 28 1.11.3 RJ-45 LAN Connector with Integrated LEDs 28 ...
...Board Layout 13 1.1.3 Block Diagram 15 1.2 Legacy Considerations 16 1.3 Online Support 16 1.4 Processor 17 1.4.1 PCI Express x16 Graphics 17 1.5 System Memory 18 1.5.1 Memory Configurations 19 1.6 Intel® Z68 Express Chipset 21 1.6.1 Intel® RST 21 1.6.2 USB 22 1.7 SATA Interfaces 23 1.8 Real-Time Clock Subsystem ...10 Audio Subsystem 25 1.10.1 Audio Subsystem Software 26 1.10.2 Audio Subsystem Components 26 1.11 LAN Subsystem 27 1.11.1 Intel® 82579V Gigabit Ethernet Controller 27 1.11.2 LAN Subsystem Software 28 1.11.3 RJ-45 LAN Connector with Integrated LEDs 28 ...
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...45 15. Environmental Specifications 59 34. Acceptable Drives/Media Types for AC '97 Audio 45 14. Port 80h POST Codes 74 44. Processor, Front, and Rear Chassis (4-Pin) Fan Headers 46 19. Fan Header Current Capability 56 31. Boot Device Menu Options 66 38....16. Front Panel Header 49 24. Alternate Front Panel Power/Sleep LED Header 50 27. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Technical Product Specification 10. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header 47 21. Processor Core Power Connector 48 22. States for a One-Color Power LED 50 25. Recommended ...
...45 15. Environmental Specifications 59 34. Acceptable Drives/Media Types for AC '97 Audio 45 14. Port 80h POST Codes 74 44. Processor, Front, and Rear Chassis (4-Pin) Fan Headers 46 19. Fan Header Current Capability 56 31. Boot Device Menu Options 66 38....16. Front Panel Header 49 24. Alternate Front Panel Power/Sleep LED Header 50 27. Intel Desktop Board DZ68PL Technical Product Specification 10. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header 47 21. Processor Core Power Connector 48 22. States for a One-Color Power LED 50 25. Recommended ...