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Order Number: E42786-001US ® The Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK may contain design defects or errors known as errata that may cause the product to deviate from published specifications. Current characterized errata are documented in the Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Specification Update.
Current characterized errata are available on request. Contact your local Intel sales office or your distributor to obtain the latest specifications before placing your product order.
Intended Audience The TPS is intended to provide detailed, technical information about the Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK and its components to the vendors, system integrators, and other engineers and technicians who need this level of information. It is specifically not intended for general audiences.
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Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Other Common Notation Used after a signal name to identify an active-low signal (such as USBP0#) Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) GB/sec Gigabytes per second Gbit Gigabit (1,073,741,824 bits) Kilobyte (1024 bytes) Kbit Kilobit (1024 bits)
Product Description Overview 1.1.1 Feature Summary Table 1 summarizes the major features of the Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK. Table 1. Feature Summary Form Factor Mini-ITX (6.70 inches by 6.70 inches [170.18 millimeters by 170.18 millimeters]) Processor Support for the following: ®...
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Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Table 1. Feature Summary (continued) • Support for PCI Express* Revision 1.0a Instantly Available PC Technology • Suspend to RAM support • Wake on PCI, RS-232, front panel, USB ports, LAN, and CIR •...
Product Description 1.1.2 Board Layout Figure 1 shows the location of the major components. Figure 1. Major Board Components Table 2 lists the components identified in Figure 1.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Table 2. Board Components Shown in Figure 1 Item/callout from Figure 1 Description Front panel audio header Back panel connectors Processor core power connector (2 X 2) Front panel USB header Front panel USB header...
Other processors may be supported in the future. This board is designed to support processors with a maximum wattage of 65 W. The processors listed above are only supported when falling within the wattage requirements of the board. See the Intel web site listed below for the most up-to-date list of supported processors.
Product Description INTEGRATOR’S NOTE Use only ATX12V-compliant power supplies. For information about Refer to Power supply connectors Section 2.2.2.4, page 54 System Memory The board has two DIMM sockets and support the following memory features: • 1.8 V DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs with gold plated contacts, with the option to raise the voltage to support higher performance DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs •...
Product Description 1.5.1 Memory Configurations The Intel 82Q45 GMCH supports the following types of memory organization: • Dual channel (Interleaved) mode. This mode offers the highest throughput for real world applications. Dual channel mode is enabled when the installed memory capacities of both DIMM channels are equal.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Figure 3 illustrates the memory channel and DIMM configuration. NOTE The DIMM 0 sockets of both channels are blue. Figure 3. Memory Channel and DIMM Configuration INTEGRATOR’S NOTE Regardless of the memory configuration used (dual channel, single channel, or flex mode), DIMM 0 of Channel A must always be populated.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification • Display ⎯ Supports digital and analog displays up to 2048 x 1536 at 75 Hz refresh (QXGA); also supports 1920 x 1080 resolution for full High Definition video playback quality ⎯ Dual independent display support 1.6.1.2...
Product Description 1.6.2 The board supports up to 10 USB 2.0 ports, supports UHCI and EHCI, and uses UHCI- and EHCI-compatible drivers. The ICH10DO provides the USB controller for all ports. The port arrangement is as follows: • Six ports are implemented with stacked back panel connectors •...
Intel® Rapid Recover Technology The board incorporates the Intel® Rapid Recover Technology (Intel® RRT). Intel® Rapid Recover Technology is a feature of Intel® Matrix Storage Manager. It uses RAID 1 (mirroring) functionality to copy data from a designated master drive to a designated recovery drive.
If the battery and AC power fail, custom defaults, if previously saved, will be loaded into CMOS RAM at power-on. If the battery is removed or exhausted, the Intel TPM data will be deleted in accordance to Trusted Computing Group guidelines. Please read the user guide and back-up Intel TPM keys and data before removing the coin cell battery.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Legacy I/O Controller The I/O controller provides the following features: • One serial port header • Serial IRQ interface compatible with serialized IRQ support for PCI systems • Intelligent power management, including a programmable wake-up event interface •...
• 5.1 channel audio (using the back panel audio connectors) • Independent multi-streaming stereo (using the Intel High Definition Audio front panel header). NOTE Systems built with an AC 97 front panel will not be able to obtain the Microsoft Windows Vista* logo.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification 1.9.1 Audio Subsystem Software Audio software and drivers are available from Intel’s World Wide Web site. For information about Refer to Obtaining audio software and drivers Section 1.2, page 14 1.9.2 Audio Connectors and Headers The board contains audio connectors on the back panel and audio headers on the component side of the board.
Refer to LAN software and drivers http://downloadcenter.intel.com ® 1.10.1 Intel 82567LM Gigabit Ethernet Controller The Intel 82567LM Gigabit Ethernet Controller supports the following features: • PCI Express link • 10/100/1000 IEEE 802.3 compliant • Compliant to IEEE 802.3x flow control support •...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification 1.10.2 LAN Subsystem Software LAN software and drivers are available from Intel’s World Wide Web site. For information about Refer to Obtaining LAN software and drivers Section 1.2, page 14 1.10.3 RJ-45 LAN Connector with Integrated LEDs Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector (shown in Figure 5 below).
• BIOS/SPI Flash (32 Mbits) • On-board Intel AMT status LED NOTE Software with Intel AMT capability is required to take advantage of Intel AMT platform management capabilities. 1.11.1 Intel AMT Features The key features of Intel AMT include: •...
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• Remote Configuration or Zero Touch Configuration (ZTC) minimizes the cost to deploy Intel AMT by eliminating the need for IT personnel to touch each client system prior to configuration. ZTC consists of a single OEM BIOS/Firmware image that provides the Intel AMT client with information to authenticate connections and allows it to remotely perform a secure setup procedure.
1.11.2 Intel AMT Software and Drivers Intel AMT software and drivers are available from Intel’s World Wide Web site. The package consists of two separate drivers: one for the Management Engine Interface (MEI) and one for the Local Manageability Service (LMS) plus Serial over LAN (SoL).
⎯ Reliability: for recording and reporting to system software DMA and interrupt errors that may otherwise corrupt memory or impact VM isolation. NOTE Intel VT requires the use of a processor with Intel VT support. Additionally, a third party VMM may also be required. For information about...
These Intel Trusted Execution Technology capabilities enable more secure platforms to address the increasing frequency and sophistication of software-based attacks. NOTE Intel TXT requires the use of a processor with Intel TXT support. Additionally, third party software may also be required. For information about...
Intel TPM data. If the battery is removed or exhausted, the Intel TPM data will be deleted in accordance to Trusted Computing Group guidelines. Please read the user guide and back-up Intel TPM keys and data before removing the coin battery.
Product Description 1.15.2 Fan Monitoring ® Fan monitoring can be implemented using Intel Desktop Utilities or third-party software. For information about Refer to The functions of the fan headers Section 1.16.2.2, page 41 1.15.3 Chassis Intrusion and Detection The board supports a chassis security feature that detects if the chassis cover is removed.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification 1.15.4 Thermal Monitoring Figure 6 shows the locations of the thermal sensors and fan headers. Item Description Thermal diode, located on processor die Rear chassis fan Processor fan Thermal diode, located on the GMCH die Thermal diode, located on the ICH10DO die Figure 6.
Product Description 1.16 Power Management Power management is implemented at several levels, including: • Software support through Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) • Hardware support: ⎯ Power connector ⎯ Fan headers ⎯ LAN wake capabilities ⎯ Instantly Available PC technology ⎯...
Dependent on the standby power consumption of wake-up devices used in the system inclusive of Wake on LAN allowance of 0.7 W. Intel MEI is assumed to be in Wake on LAN mode.
Product Description 1.16.1.2 Wake-up Devices and Events Table 8 lists the devices or specific events that can wake the computer from specific states. Table 8. Wake-up Devices and Events These devices/events can wake up the computer… …from this state (Note) S1, S3, S4, S5 (Note) PME# signal...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification 1.16.2 Hardware Support CAUTION Ensure that the power supply provides adequate +5 V standby current if LAN wake capabilities and Instantly Available PC technology features are used. Failure to do so can damage the power supply. The total amount of standby current required depends on the wake devices supported and manufacturing options.
Product Description 1.16.2.2 Fan Headers The function/operation of the fan headers is as follows: • The fans are on when the board is in the S0 state. • The fans are off when the board is off or in the S3, S4, or S5 state. •...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification 1.16.2.4 Instantly Available PC Technology CAUTION For Instantly Available PC technology, the +5 V standby line from the power supply must be capable of providing adequate +5 V standby current. Failure to provide adequate standby current when implementing Instantly Available PC technology can damage the power supply.
Product Description 1.16.2.5 Wake from USB USB bus activity wakes the computer from ACPI S1 and S3 state. NOTE Wake from USB requires the use of a USB peripheral that supports Wake from USB and support in the OS. 1.16.2.6 PME# Signal Wake-up Support When the PME# signal on the PCI bus is asserted, the computer wakes from an ACPI S1, S3, S4, or S5 state (with Wake on PME enabled in BIOS).
ENERGY STAR* In 2007, the US Department of Energy and the US Environmental Protection Agency revised the ENERGY STAR* requirements. Intel has worked directly with these two governmental agencies to define the new requirements. Currently the Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK meets the Category A requirements.
• Memory-mapped I/O that is dynamically allocated for PCI Express add-in cards • Base graphics memory support (1 MB or 8 MB) ® ® • Intel Management Engine Interface (Intel MEI) single channel (8 MB) or dual channel (16 MB)
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification The amount of installed memory that can be used will vary based on add-in cards and BIOS settings and operating system installed. Figure 8 shows a schematic of the system memory map. All installed system memory can be used when there is no overlap of system addresses.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Connectors and Headers CAUTION Only the following connectors have overcurrent protection: Back panel and front panel USB, as well as IEEE 1394a. The other internal connectors/headers are not overcurrent protected and should connect only to devices inside the computer’s chassis, such as fans and internal peripherals.
Technical Reference 2.2.1 Back Panel Connectors Figure 9 shows the location of the back panel connectors. Item Description DVI-I output DVI-D port USB ports [2] USB ports [2] eSATA port USB ports [2] Audio line in Mic in Audio line out Figure 9.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification 2.2.2 Component-side Connectors and Headers Figure 10 shows the locations of the component-side connectors and headers. Figure 10. Component-side Connectors and Headers...
Technical Reference Table 10 lists the component-side connectors and headers identified in Figure 10. Table 10. Component-side Connectors and Headers Shown in Figure 10 Item/callout from Figure 10 Description Front panel audio header Processor core power connector (2 X 2) Front panel USB header Front panel USB header Chassis intrusion header...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification 2.2.2.1 Signal Tables for the Connectors and Headers Table 11. Front Panel Audio Header for HD Audio Signal Name Signal Name [Port 1] Left channel Ground [Port 1] Right channel PRESENCE# (Dongle present)
Technical Reference Table 16. Chassis (3-Pin) Fan Header Signal Name Control +12 V Tach Table 17. Processor (4-Pin) Fan Header Signal Name Ground +12 V FAN_TACH FAN_CONTROL 2.2.2.2 Add-in Card Connectors The board has one PCI Express x1 connector which supports simultaneous transfer speeds up to 250 Mbytes/sec of peak bandwidth per direction and up to 500 MB/sec concurrent bandwidth.
Main power – a 2 x 12 connector. This connector is compatible with 2 x 10 connectors previously used on Intel Desktop boards. The board supports the use of ATX12V power supplies with either 2 x 10 or 2 x 12 main power cables. When...
Technical Reference 2.2.2.5 Front Panel Header This section describes the functions of the front panel header. Table 21 lists the signal names of the front panel header. Figure 11 is a connection diagram for the front panel header. Table 21. Front Panel Header Signal Description Signal...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification 2.2.2.5.1 Hard Drive Activity LED Header Pins 1 and 3 can be connected to an LED to provide a visual indicator that data is being read from or written to a hard drive. Proper LED function requires one of the following: •...
Technical Reference 2.2.2.6 Front Panel USB Headers Figure 12 is a connection diagram for the front panel USB headers. INTEGRATOR’S NOTES • The +5 V DC power on the USB headers is fused. • Use only a front panel USB connector that conforms to the USB 2.0 specification for high-speed USB devices.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Jumper Block CAUTION Do not move the jumper with the power on. Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before changing a jumper setting. Otherwise, the board could be damaged.
Technical Reference Table 24. BIOS Setup Configuration Jumper Settings Function/Mode Jumper Setting Configuration Normal The BIOS uses current configuration information and passwords for booting. 3 2 1 Configure After the POST runs, Setup runs automatically. The maintenance menu is displayed. 3 2 1 Recovery None...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Mechanical Considerations 2.4.1 Form Factor The board is designed to fit into an Mini-ITX-form-factor chassis. Figure 14 illustrates the mechanical form factor for the board. Dimensions are given in inches [millimeters]. The outer dimensions are 6.70 inches by 6.70 inches [170.18 millimeters by 170.18 millimeters].
Technical Reference Electrical Considerations 2.5.1 Power Supply Considerations CAUTION The +5 V standby line from the power supply must be capable of providing adequate +5 V standby current. Failure to do so can damage the power supply. The total amount of standby current required depends on the wake devices supported and manufacturing options.
Failure to ensure appropriate airflow may result in reduced performance of both the processor and/or voltage regulator or, in some instances, damage to the board. For a list of chassis that have been tested with Intel desktop boards please refer to the following website: http://developer.intel.com/design/motherbd/cooling.htm...
Item Description Processor voltage regulator area Processor Intel 82Q45 GMCH Intel 82801JDO (ICH10DO) Figure 15. Localized High Temperature Zones Table 27 provides maximum case temperatures for the board components that are sensitive to thermal changes. The operating temperature, current load, or operating frequency could affect case temperatures.
Prediction Procedure, TR-NWT-000332, Issue 4, September 1991. The MTBF prediction is used to estimate repair rates and spare parts requirements. The MTBF data is calculated from predicted data at 55 ºC. The Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK MTBF is 125,816 hours.
Overview of BIOS Features Introduction The board uses an Intel BIOS that is stored in the Serial Peripheral Interface Flash Memory (SPI Flash) and can be updated using a disk-based program. The SPI Flash contains the BIOS Setup program, POST, the PCI auto-configuration utility, LAN EEPROM information, and Plug and Play support.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Table 29 lists the BIOS Setup program menu features. Table 29. BIOS Setup Program Menu Bar Maintenance Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Clears Displays Configures Sets Configures Selects boot Saves or passwords and...
Overview of BIOS Features System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) SMBIOS is a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) compliant method for managing computers in a managed network. The main component of SMBIOS is the Management Information Format (MIF) database, which contains information about the computing system and its components.
Legacy USB support from the BIOS is no longer used. 7. Additional USB legacy feature options can be access by using Intel Integrator Toolkit. To install an operating system that supports USB, verify that Legacy USB support in the BIOS Setup program is set to Enabled and follow the operating system’s...
Integrator Assistant that is available from Intel can be used to create a custom splash screen. NOTE If you add a custom splash screen, it will share space with the Intel branded logo. Refer to For information about Intel Integrator Toolkit http://developer.intel.com/design/motherbd/software/itk/...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification BIOS Recovery It is unlikely that anything will interrupt a BIOS update; however, if an interruption occurs, the BIOS could be damaged. Table 31 lists the drives and media types that can and cannot be used for BIOS recovery. The BIOS recovery media does not need to be made bootable.
Overview of BIOS Features Boot Options In the BIOS Setup program, the user can choose to boot from a diskette drive, hard drive, USB drive, USB flash drive, CD-ROM, or the network. The default setting is for the diskette drive to be the first boot device, the hard drive second, and the ATAPI CD-ROM third.
It is possible to optimize the boot process to the point where the system boots so quickly that the Intel logo screen (or a custom logo splash screen) will not be seen. Monitors and hard disk drives with minimum initialization times can also contribute to a boot time that might be so fast that necessary logo screens and POST messages cannot be seen.
Overview of BIOS Features 3.10 BIOS Security Features The BIOS includes security features that restrict access to the BIOS Setup program and who can boot the computer. A supervisor password and a user password can be set for the BIOS Setup program and for booting the computer, with the following restrictions: •...
Error Messages and Beep Codes Speaker The board-mounted speaker provides audible error code (beep code) information during POST. For information about Refer to The location of the onboard speaker Figure 1, page 11 BIOS Beep Codes Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board’s speaker to beep an error message describing the problem (see Table 34).
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Port 80h POST Codes During the POST, the BIOS generates diagnostic progress codes (POST codes) to I/O port 80h. If the POST fails, execution stops and the last POST code generated is left at port 80h.
Error Messages and Beep Codes Table 37. Port 80h POST Codes POST Code Description of POST Operation Host Processor Power-on initialization of the host processor (Boot Strap Processor) Host processor cache initialization (including APs) Starting Application processor initialization SMM initialization Chipset Initializing a chipset component Memory...
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Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Table 37. Port 80h POST Codes (continued) POST Code Description of POST Operation Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) Resetting keyboard Disabling keyboard Detecting presence of keyboard Enabling the keyboard Clearing keyboard input buffer Instructing keyboard controller to run Self Test (PS/2 only)
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Error Messages and Beep Codes Table 37. Port 80h POST Codes (continued) POST Code Description of POST Operation DXE Drivers Waiting for user input Checking password Entering BIOS setup Calling Legacy Option ROMs Runtime Phase/EFI OS Boot Entering Sleep state Exiting Sleep state EFI boot service ExitBootServices ( ) has been called EFI runtime service SetVirtualAddressMap ( ) has been called...
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards • Product certification markings 5.1.1 Safety Standards Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK complies with the safety standards stated in Table 39 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 39. Safety Standards Standard Title CSA/UL 60950-1, First Edition Information Technology Equipment –...
European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement ® We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK is in conformity with all applicable essential requirements necessary for CE marking, following the provisions of the European Council Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC Directive) and 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage Directive).
恰当的重复使用处理。 请参考http://www.intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology 了解此计划的详情,包括涉及产品之范围、回收地点、运送指导、条款和条件等。 Deutsch Als Teil von Intels Engagement für den Umweltschutz hat das Unternehmen das Intel Produkt-Recyclingprogramm implementiert, das Einzelhandelskunden von Intel Markenprodukten ermöglicht, gebrauchte Produkte an ausgewählte Standorte für ordnungsgemäßes Recycling zurückzugeben. Details zu diesem Programm, einschließlich der darin eingeschlossenen Produkte, verfügbaren Standorte, Versandanweisungen, Bedingungen usw., finden Sie auf der...
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Français Dans le cadre de son engagement pour la protection de l'environnement, Intel a mis en œuvre le programme Intel Product Recycling Program (Programme de recyclage des produits Intel) pour permettre aux consommateurs de produits Intel de recycler les produits usés en les retournant à...
Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information Russian В качестве части своих обязательств к окружающей среде, в Intel создана программа утилизации продукции Intel (Product Recycling Program) для предоставления конечным пользователям марок продукции Intel возможности возврата используемой продукции в специализированные пункты для должной...
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification Table 40. Lead-Free Board Markings Description Mark Lead-Free 2 Level Interconnect: This symbol is used to identify electrical and electronic assemblies and components in which the lead (Pb) concentration level in the desktop board...
Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information 5.1.4 EMC Regulations Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 41 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 41. EMC Regulations Regulation Title FCC 47 CFR Part 15,...
EMC requirements. You may use this equipment in residential environments and other non-residential environments. 5.1.5 Product Certification Markings (Board Level) Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK has the product certification markings shown in Table 42: Table 42. Product Certification Markings Description Mark UL joint US/Canada Recognized Component mark.
Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information Battery Disposal Information CAUTION Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries should be recycled where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in accordance with local environmental regulations. PRÉCAUTION Risque d'explosion si la pile usagée est remplacée par une pile de type incorrect.
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Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK Technical Product Specification PRECAUCIÓN Existe peligro de explosión si la pila no se cambia de forma adecuada. Utilice solamente pilas iguales o del mismo tipo que las recomendadas por el fabricante del equipo. Para deshacerse de las pilas usadas, siga igualmente las instrucciones del fabricante.
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Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information AWAS Risiko letupan wujud jika bateri digantikan dengan jenis yang tidak betul. Bateri sepatutnya dikitar semula jika boleh. Pelupusan bateri terpakai mestilah mematuhi peraturan alam sekitar tempatan. OSTRZEŻENIE Istnieje niebezpieczeństwo wybuchu w przypadku zastosowania niewłaściwego typu baterii.