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Intel® Desktop Board DG41MJ
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Order Number: E59138-001

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  • Page 1 Intel® Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Order Number: E59138-001...
  • Page 2: Revision History

    WARRANTIES RELATING TO FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, MERCHANTABILITY, OR INFRINGEMENT OF ANY PATENT, COPYRIGHT OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT. Intel products are not intended for use in medical, life saving, or life sustaining applications. Intel may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice.
  • Page 3: Intended Audience

    The suitability of this product for other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other environments, such as medical, industrial, alarm systems, test equipment, etc. may not be supported without further evaluation by Intel. Document Organization The chapters in this Product Guide are arranged as follows:...
  • Page 4 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: CAUTION Cautions warn the user about how to prevent damage to hardware or loss of data. NOTE Notes call attention to important information. Terminology The table below gives descriptions of some common terms used in the product guide.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components.................11 Processor......................12 Main Memory.....................13 ® Intel G41 Express Chipset .................14 Graphics Support..................14 ® Intel GMA X4500 Graphics Controller............14 DVI Support ..................14 Audio Subsystem ....................15 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller ..............15 LAN Subsystem ....................16 USB 2.0 Support ....................17 Serial ATA......................17...
  • Page 6 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable..........31 Removing the Processor ................31 Installing and Removing Memory................32 Installing DIMMs ..................33 Removing DIMMs..................35 Using the Serial ATA (SATA) Cables ..............35 Connecting a Standard SATA Drive..............36 Connecting a Slimline SATA Drive ..............37 Connecting to the Internal Headers and Connectors ..........38...
  • Page 7 2. Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Components............12 3. Audio Jack Retasking Support................15 4. LAN Connector LEDs ..................16 5. Front Panel Audio Signal Names for Intel HD Audio..........39 6. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for AC’97 Audio ........39 7. Chassis Intrusion Header Signal Names ............39 8.
  • Page 8 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide viii...
  • Page 9: Desktop Board Features

    • 800/667 MHz single or dual channel DDR2 SDRAM interface • Support for up to 8 GB of system memory ® Chipset Intel G41 Express Chipset consisting of: • Intel G41 Express Chipset Graphics and Memory Controller Hub ® ® (GMCH) with Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 (Intel X4500) ®...
  • Page 10 • Microsoft Windows* XP Media Center Edition 2005 • Microsoft Windows XP Professional • Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Home For more information on Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ consult the following online resources: To find information Visit this World Wide Web site: about…...
  • Page 11: Desktop Board Components

    Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ. Figure 1. Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Components...
  • Page 12: Processor

    Desktop Board may result in damage to the board, or the system may not function properly. Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ supports an Intel processor in the LGA775 package. Processors are not included with the Desktop Board and must be purchased separately.
  • Page 13: Main Memory

    Main Memory NOTE ® To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be populated with DIMMs that support the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data structure. If your memory modules do not support SPD, you will see a notification to this effect on the screen at power up.
  • Page 14: Intel G41 Express Chipset

    Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 (Intel GMA X4500) graphics controller is used or a PCI graphics add-in card can be used. When a PCI graphics add-in card is installed, the Intel GMA X4500 graphics controller is disabled. The GMA X4500 graphics controller supports dual independent displays via the VGA and DVI-D connectors on the Desktop Board back panel.
  • Page 15: Audio Subsystem

    Realtek ALC888VC audio codec • Back panel audio connectors (see Figure 19) • Front panel audio header supporting both Intel High Definition Audio and AC ’97 Audio (see Figure 18, A) The audio subsystem supports the following features: • A signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of 95 dB •...
  • Page 16: Lan Subsystem

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide LAN Subsystem The LAN subsystem includes: • Intel ICH7 • Realtek 8111D-GR Gigabit Ethernet Controller for operation at 10/100/1000 Mb/s • RJ-45 LAN connector with integrated status LEDs The subsystem features: • CSMA/CD protocol engine •...
  • Page 17: Usb 2.0 Support

    Desktop Board Features USB 2.0 Support The Desktop Board supports up to eight USB 2.0 ports (four ports routed to the back panel and four ports routed to two internal headers) via ICH7. USB 2.0 ports are backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices. USB 1.1 devices will function normally at USB 1.1 speeds.
  • Page 18: Security Passwords

    For instructions on resetting the password, see Clearing Passwords on page 46. Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ enable the board to be compatible with the Wired for Management (WfM) specification. The board has several hardware management features including the following: •...
  • Page 19: Power Management Features

    Desktop Board Features Power Management Features Power management is implemented at several levels, including: • Software support through the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) • Hardware support: ⎯ Power connectors ⎯ Fan headers ⎯ LAN wake capabilities ⎯ Instantly Available PC technology (Suspend to RAM) ⎯...
  • Page 20: Fan Headers

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Fan Headers The function/operation of the fans is as follows: • The fans are on when the computer is in the ACPI S0 state. • The fans are off when the computer is in the ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.
  • Page 21: +5 V Standby Power Indicator Led

    For example, when this LED is lit, standby power is still present at the memory module sockets and the PCI bus connector. Figure 3. Location of the Standby Power Indicator For more information on standby current requirements for the Desktop Board, refer to the Technical Product Specification at http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/DG41MJ/index.htm.
  • Page 22: Wake From Usb Support

    ENERGY STAR* Capable In 2007, the US Department of Energy and the US Environmental Protection Agency revised the ENERGY STAR requirements. Intel worked directly with these two governmental agencies to define the new requirements. This Desktop Board meets the ENERGY STAR Category B requirements.
  • Page 23: Installing And Replacing Desktop Board Components

    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 • Use the Serial ATA cables •...
  • Page 24: Installation Precautions

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Installation Precautions When you install and test the Intel Desktop Board, observe all warnings and cautions in the installation instructions. To avoid injury, be careful of: • Sharp pins on connectors • Sharp pins on printed circuit assemblies •...
  • Page 25: Installing The I/O Shield

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing the I/O Shield The Desktop Board comes with an I/O shield. When installed in the chassis, the shield blocks radio frequency transmissions, protects internal components from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within the chassis. Install the I/O shield before installing the Desktop Board in the chassis.
  • Page 26: Installing And Removing The Desktop Board

    Refer to your chassis manual for instructions on installing and removing the Desktop Board. Figure 5 shows the location of the mounting screw holes for Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ. Figure 5. Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Mounting Screw Hole Locations...
  • Page 27: Installing And Removing A Processor

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing and Removing a Processor Instructions on how to install the processor to the Desktop Board are given below. Installing a Processor CAUTION Before installing or removing the processor, make sure the AC power has been removed by unplugging the power cord from the computer;...
  • Page 28: Lift The Load Plate

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide 3. Lift the load plate (Figure 7, A). Do not touch the socket contacts (Figure 7, B). Figure 7. Lift the Load Plate 4. Remove the plastic protective socket cover from the load plate (Figure 8). Do not discard the protective socket cover.
  • Page 29: Remove The Processor From The Protective Processor Cover

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 5. Remove the processor from the protective processor cover. Hold the processor only at the edges, being careful not to touch the bottom of the processor (Figure 9). Do not discard the protective processor cover. Always replace the processor cover if the processor is removed from the socket.
  • Page 30 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide 7. Pressing down on the load plate (Figure 11, A), close and engage the socket lever (Figure 11, B). Figure 11. Close the Load Plate...
  • Page 31: Installing The Processor Fan Heat Sink

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ has mounting holes for a processor fan heat sink. For instructions on how to attach the processor fan heat sink to the Desktop Board, refer to the boxed processor manual.
  • Page 32: Installing And Removing Memory

    Installing and Removing Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel SDRAM memory specifications, the board requires DIMMs that support the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data structure. The Desktop Board has two 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets providing Channel A and Channel B.
  • Page 33: Installing Dimms

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing DIMMs To make sure you have the correct DIMM, place it on the illustration of the DDR2 DIMM in Figure 14. All the notches should match with the DDR2 DIMM. Figure 14. Use DDR2 DIMMs...
  • Page 34 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide To install a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord.
  • Page 35: Removing Dimms

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Removing DIMMs To remove a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer. 3.
  • Page 36: Connecting A Standard Sata Drive

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Connecting a Standard SATA Drive You can use the standard SATA data cable supplied to connect a standard SATA drive to the Desktop Board. For correct cable function: 1. Observe the precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 23.
  • Page 37: Connecting A Slimline Sata Drive

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting a Slimline SATA Drive You can use the SATA-to-Slimline SATA adapter cable to connect a slimline SATA drive to a standard SATA data connector on the Desktop Board. This adapter splits a Slimline SATA connector into a standard SATA data cable and a power connector which plugs into a 4-pin 5 V Molex* power connector from an ATX12V power supply.
  • Page 38: Connecting To The Internal Headers And Connectors

    Before connecting cables to the internal headers and connectors, observe the precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 23. Figure 18 shows the location of the internal headers and connectors for Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ. Figure 18. Internal Headers and Connectors...
  • Page 39: Front Panel Audio Header

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Front Panel Audio Header The front panel audio header shown in Figure 18, A on page 38 supports both Intel HD Audio and AC’97 Audio. Table 5 shows the pin assignments and signal names for Intel HD Audio and Table 6 shows the pin assignments and signal names for AC’97 Audio.
  • Page 40: Usb 2.0 Headers

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide USB 2.0 Headers Before connecting to the USB 2.0 headers, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. See Figure 18, C on page 38 for the location of the USB 2.0 headers.
  • Page 41: Alternate Front Panel Power Led Header

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Figure 18, E on page 38 shows the location of the alternate front panel power LED header. Pins 1 and 3 of this header duplicate the signals on pins 2 and 4 of the front panel header.
  • Page 42: Connecting To The Back Panel Audio Connectors

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Connecting to the Back Panel Audio Connectors After the audio driver has been installed, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. Figure 19 shows the back panel audio connectors. The default connector assignments are shown in the figure. Refer to Table 3 on page 15 for audio connector retasking information.
  • Page 43: Connecting Chassis Fan And Power Supply Cables

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables Connecting a Chassis Fan Cable Connect your chassis fan cable to the 3-pin chassis fan header on the Desktop Board. Figure 20 shows the location of the chassis fan header. Figure 20.
  • Page 44: Connecting Supply Power Cables

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Connecting Supply Power Cables CAUTION Failure to use an appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V (2 x 2 pin) power connector to the Desktop Board may result in damage to the board or the system may not function properly.
  • Page 45: Setting The Bios Configuration Jumper

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper NOTE Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before moving the jumper. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation.
  • Page 46: Clearing Passwords

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Table 12. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes Jumper Setting Mode Description Normal (default) (1-2) The BIOS uses the current configuration and passwords for booting. Configure (2-3) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu.
  • Page 47: Replacing The Battery

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 12. To restore normal operation, place the jumper on pins 1-2 as shown below. 13. Replace the cover, plug in the computer, and turn on the computer. Replacing the Battery A coin-cell battery (CR2032) powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory. When the computer is not plugged into a wall socket, the battery has an estimated life of three years.
  • Page 48 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide VARO Räjähdysvaara, jos pariston tyyppi on väärä. Paristot on kierrätettävä, jos se on mahdollista. Käytetyt paristot on hävitettävä paikallisten ympäristömääräysten mukaisesti. VORSICHT Bei falschem Einsetzen einer neuen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Die Batterie darf nur durch denselben oder einen entsprechenden, vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp ersetzt werden.
  • Page 49 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Προσοχή Υπάρχει κίνδυνος για έκρηξη σε περίπτωση που η μπαταρία αντικατασταθεί από μία λανθασμένου τύπου. Οι μπαταρίες θα πρέπει να ανακυκλώνονται όταν κάτι τέτοιο είναι δυνατό. Η απόρριψη των χρησιμοποιημένων μπαταριών πρέπει να γίνεται σύμφωνα με τους...
  • Page 50 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide POZOR Zamenjava baterije z baterijo drugačnega tipa lahko povzroči eksplozijo. Če je mogoče, baterije reciklirajte. Rabljene baterije zavrzite v skladu z lokalnimi okoljevarstvenimi predpisi. UYARI Yanlış türde pil takıldığında patlama riski vardır. Piller mümkün olduğunda geri dönüştürülmelidir.
  • Page 51 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To replace the battery, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" (see page 23). 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Disconnect the computer’s power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or power adapter). 3.
  • Page 52 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide...
  • Page 53: Updating The Bios

    Power-On Self-Test (POST) memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins. This chapter tells you how to update the BIOS by either using the Intel Express BIOS Update utility or the Iflash Memory Update utility, and how to recover the BIOS if an update fails.
  • Page 54: Updating The Bios With The Iso Image Bios Update File Or The Iflash Memory Update Utility

    Intel Flash Memory Update Utility You can obtain either of these files through your computer supplier or by navigating to the Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ page on the Intel World Wide Web site at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Navigate to the Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ page, click “Latest BIOS,” and select the ISO Image BIOS Update or Iflash BIOS Update utility file.
  • Page 55: Updating The Bios With The Iflash Memory Update Utility

    CD-ROM, bootable USB flash drive, or other bootable USB media. The utility available on the Intel World Wide Web site provides a simple method for creating a bootable CD-ROM that will automatically update your BIOS. The Iflash BIOS update files can also be extracted locally to your hard drive and copied to a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media.
  • Page 56: Recovering The Bios

    BIOS could be damaged. Due to BIOS size and recovery requirements, a CD-R with the .BIO file in the root directory will be required. Related Links For more information about updating the Intel Desktop Board BIOS or recovering from a BIOS update failure, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-022312.htm...
  • Page 57: A Error Messages And Indicators

    A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code • By displaying an error message on the monitor BIOS Beep Codes The BIOS also issues a beep code (one long tone followed by two short tones) during POST if the video configuration fails (a faulty video card or no card installed) or if an external ROM module does not properly checksum to zero.
  • Page 58 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide...
  • Page 59: B Regulatory Compliance

    • Product Ecology statements • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations • Product certifications Safety Standards Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ complies with the safety standards stated in Table 15 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 15. Safety Standards Regulation...
  • Page 60: European Union Declaration Of Conformity Statement

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product ® Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ is in conformity with all applicable essential requirements necessary for CE marking, following the provisions of the European Council Directives 2004/108/EC (EMC Directive) and 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage Directive).
  • Page 61: Product Ecology Statements

    The following information is provided to address worldwide product ecology concerns and regulations. Recycling Considerations As part of its commitment to environmental responsibility, Intel has implemented the Intel Product Recycling Program to allow retail consumers of Intel’s branded products ®...
  • Page 62 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...
  • Page 63: Lead-Free Desktop Board

    Regulatory Compliance Portuguese Como parte deste compromisso com o respeito ao ambiente, a Intel implementou o Programa de Reciclagem de Produtos para que os consumidores finais possam enviar produtos Intel usados para locais selecionados, onde esses produtos são reciclados de maneira adequada.
  • Page 64 Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Table 16 shows the lead-free board markings as they appear on the board and accompanying collateral. Table 16. Lead-Free Board Markings Description Mark Lead-Free 2 Level Interconnect: This symbol is used to identify electrical...
  • Page 65: Emc Regulations

    Regulatory Compliance EMC Regulations Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 17 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 17. EMC Regulations Regulation Title FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 15, Subpart B, Subpart B Radio Frequency Devices.
  • Page 66: Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc) Compliance

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Korean Class B statement translation: This is household equipment that is certified to comply with EMC requirements. You may use this equipment in residential environments and other non-residential environments. Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance...
  • Page 67: Product Certifications

    Regulatory Compliance Product Certifications Board-Level Certification Markings Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ has the product certification markings shown in Table 18. Table 18. Product Certification Markings Description Mark UL joint US/Canada Recognized Component mark. Includes adjacent UL file number for Intel Desktop Boards: E210882.
  • Page 68: Chassis And Component Certifications

    Intel Desktop Board DG41MJ Product Guide Chassis and Component Certifications Ensure that the chassis and certain components; such as the power supply, peripheral drives, wiring, and cables; are components certified for the country or market where used. Agency certification marks on the product are proof of certification. Typical...

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