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  • Page 1 Intel® Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Order Number: D67420-003...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Intel may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice. Desktop Board D945GCL may contain design defects or errors known as errata which may cause the product to deviate from published specifications. Current characterized errata are available on request.

  • 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: Box Contents

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Terminology The table below gives descriptions of some common terms used in the product guide. Term Description Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) Gigahertz (one billion hertz) Kilobyte (1024 bytes) Megabyte (1,048,576 bytes) Mbit Megabit (1,048,576 bits)

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1 Desktop Board Features Supported Operating Systems ................10 Desktop Board Components.................. 11 Processor ......................13 Main Memory ...................... 13 ® Intel 945G Express Chipset................. 15 Onboard Audio Subsystem ................... 15 Input/Output (I/O) Controller ................16 LAN Subsystem....................16 LAN Subsystem Software................16 RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs ................
  • Page 6 Connecting the Serial ATA (SATA) Cable ..............42 Connecting to Internal Headers................43 ® Installing a Front Panel Audio Solution for Intel High Definition Audio ....44 Connecting to the USB 2.0 Headers ............... 45 Connecting to the Front Panel Header ............45 Connecting to the Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header.......
  • Page 7 3. Memory Operating Frequencies ............... 14 4. LAN Connector LED States ................17 5. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for Intel High Definition Audio....44 6. AC ’97 Audio Header Signal Names ..............44 7. USB 2.0 Header Signal Names................. 45 8.
  • Page 8 Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide viii...

  • Page 9: Desktop Board Features

    1 Desktop Board Features ® This chapter briefly describes the main features of Intel Desktop Board D945GCL. Table 1 summarizes the major features of the desktop board. Table 1. Feature Summary microATX 243.84 millimeters (9.60 inches) x 243.84 millimeters (9.60 inches) Form Factor ®...

  • Page 10: Supported Operating Systems

    ® • Intel Precision Cooling Technology Related Links: For more information about Desktop Board D945GCL, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Supported Operating Systems The desktop board supports the following operating systems: •...

  • Page 11: Desktop Board Components

    Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Desktop Board D945GCL. Figure 1. Desktop Board D945GCL Components...

  • Page 12: Desktop Board D945Gcl Components

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Table 2. Desktop Board D945GCL Components Label Description PCI Express x1 connector Front panel audio header PCI bus connector 2 PCI bus connector 1 PCI Express x16 connector Back panel connectors 12 V processor core voltage connector (2 x 2 pin )

  • Page 13: Processor

    Processors are not included with the desktop board and must be purchased separately. The processor connects to the desktop board through the LGA775 socket. The supported processors list for Desktop Board D945GCL is located on the web at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Related Links: Go to the following links or pages for more information about: •...

  • Page 14: Memory Operating Frequencies

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide NOTE Regardless of the DIMM type used, the memory frequency will either be equal to or less than the processor system bus frequency. For example, if DDR2 667 memory is used with a 533 MHz system bus frequency processor, the memory will operate at 533 MHz.

  • Page 15: Intel 945G Express Chipset

    The Intel 945G Express Chipset contains two separate, mutually exclusive graphics options. Either the integrated Intel GMA 950 graphics controller is used or a PCI Express x16 add-in card can be used. When a PCI Express x16 add-in card is installed, the Intel GMA 950 graphics controller is disabled.

  • Page 16: Input/Output (I/O) Controller

    82562G Platform LAN Connect (PLC) device for 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet LAN connectivity • RJ-45 connector with status indicator LEDs LAN Subsystem Software For LAN software and drivers, refer to the D945GCL link on Intel’s World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop...

  • Page 17: Rj-45 Lan Connector Leds

    Desktop Board Features RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see Figure 2). These LEDs indicate the status of the LAN. Figure 2. LAN Connector LEDs Table 4 describes the LED states when the board is powered up and the LAN subsystem is operating.

  • Page 18: Enhanced Ide Interface

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Enhanced IDE Interface The desktop board’s IDE interface handles the exchange of information between the processor and peripheral devices such as hard disk drives and CD-ROM drives. The interface supports: • Up to two IDE devices (such as hard drives) •...

  • Page 19: Pci And Pci Express* Auto Configuration

    For instructions on resetting the password, see Clearing Passwords on page 53. Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of Desktop Board D945GCL enable the board to be compatible with the Wired for Management (WfM) specification. The board has several hardware management features including the following: •...

  • Page 20: Chassis Intrusion Detection

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Chassis Intrusion Detection The board supports a chassis security feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. The security feature uses a mechanical switch on the chassis that can be connected to the chassis intrusion header on the desktop board. See Figure 24 on page 50 for the location of the chassis intrusion header.

  • Page 21: Fan Headers

    Desktop Board Features Fan Headers The function/operation of the fans is as follows: • The fans are on when the computer is in the ACPI S0 or S1 state. • The fans are off when the computer is in the ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state. •...

  • Page 22: +5 V Standby Power Indicator Led

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide The desktop board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification. Add-in cards that support this specification can participate in power management and can be used to wake the computer. +5 V Standby Power Indicator LED...

  • Page 23: Wake From Ps/2 Keyboard/Mouse

    Desktop Board Features Wake from PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse PS/2 keyboard/mouse activity wakes the computer from an ACPI S1 or S3 state. 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.
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  • Page 25: 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 • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card •...

  • Page 26: Installation Precautions

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL 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 27: 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 28: 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 Desktop Board D945GCL.

  • Page 29: Desktop Board D945Gcl Mounting Screw Hole Locations

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Figure 5. Desktop Board D945GCL Mounting Screw Hole Locations...

  • Page 30: Installing And Removing A Processor

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Installing and Removing a Processor Instructions on how to install the processor on 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 31: Lift The Load Plate

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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 (see Figure 8). Do not discard the protective socket cover.

  • Page 32: Remove The Processor From The Protective Processor Cover

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide 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 (see Figure 9). Do not discard the protective processor cover. Always replace the processor cover if the processor is removed from the socket.

  • Page 33: Installing The Processor Fan Heat Sink

    Figure 11. Close the Load Plate Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink Desktop Board D945GCL has an integrated processor fan heat sink retention mechanism (RM). For instructions on how to attach the processor fan heat sink to the integrated processor fan heat sink RM, refer to the boxed processor manual or the Intel World Wide Web site at: ®...

  • Page 34: Connecting The Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable

    Processor Fan Header Removing the Processor For instructions on how to remove the processor fan heat sink and processor, refer to the processor installation manual or the Intel World Wide Web site at: Integration of the Boxed Intel Pentium 4 Processor in the 775-Land Package ®...

  • Page 35: Installing And Removing Memory

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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. You can access the PC Serial Presence Detect Specification at: http://www.intel.com/technology/memory/ddr/specs/dda18c32_64_128x72ag_a.pdf...

  • Page 36: Use Ddr2 Dimms

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide 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 37: Installing Dimms

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing DIMMs To install a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 25. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord.

  • Page 38: Removing Dimms

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Removing DIMMs To remove a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 25. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer.

  • Page 39: Installing And Removing A Pci Express X16 Card

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Card CAUTION When installing a PCI Express x16 card on the desktop board, ensure that the card is fully seated in the PCI Express x16 connector before you power on the system. If the card is not fully seated in the PCI Express connector, an electrical short may result across the PCI Express connector pins.

  • Page 40: Removing The Pci Express X16 Card

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Removing the PCI Express x16 Card Follow these instructions to remove the PCI Express x16 card from the connector: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 25. 2. Remove the screw (Figure 17, A) that secures the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel.

  • Page 41: Connecting The Ide Cable

    • Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 25. • Attach the cable end with the single connector (blue) to the Intel desktop board (Figure 18, A). • Attach the cable end with the two closely spaced connectors (gray and black) to the drives (Figure 18, B).

  • Page 42: Connecting The Serial Ata (Sata) Cable

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Connecting the Serial ATA (SATA) Cable The SATA cable supports the Serial ATA protocol and connects a single drive to the desktop board. For correct cable function: 1. Observe the precaution in "Before You Begin" on page 25.

  • Page 43: Connecting To Internal Headers

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting to Internal Headers Before connecting cables to the internal headers, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 25. Figure 20 shows the location of the internal headers. Item Description Front panel audio USB 2.0 Front panel Alternate front panel power LED...

  • Page 44: Installing A Front Panel Audio Solution For Intel ® High Definition Audio

    Figure 20, A on page 43 shows the location of the yellow front panel audio header. Table 5 shows the pin assignments for the front panel audio header. Table 5. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for Intel High Definition Audio...

  • Page 45: Connecting To The Usb 2.0 Headers

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To restore back panel audio, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 25. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord. 3.

  • Page 46: Connecting To The Alternate Front Panel Power Led Header

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Connecting to the Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Figure 20, D on page 43 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 47: Connecting To The Flexible Audio System

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting to the Flexible Audio System After installing the SigmaTel audio driver, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. Figure 21 shows the back panel audio connectors. The default connector assignments are shown in the table. The connectors are retaskable using the audio driver interface.

  • Page 48: Connecting Chassis Fan And Power Cables

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Cables Connecting Chassis Fan Cables Connect the chassis fan cables to the two chassis fan headers on the desktop board. Figure 22 shows the location of the chassis fan headers.

  • Page 49: Connecting Power Cables

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Power Cables CAUTION Failure to use the 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 50: Other Connectors And Headers

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Other Connectors and Headers Figure 24 shows the location of the other connectors and headers on the desktop board. Item Description PCI Express x1 connector PCI bus connector 2 PCI bus connector 1 Diskette drive connector Chassis intrusion header Figure 24.

  • Page 51: 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 52: Jumper Settings For The Bios Setup Program Modes

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables all board configurations to be done in the BIOS Setup program. Table 10 shows the jumper settings for the BIOS Setup program modes. Table 10. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes...

  • Page 53: Clearing Passwords

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Clearing Passwords This procedure assumes that the board is installed in the computer and the configuration jumper block is set to normal mode. 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 25. 2.

  • Page 54: Back Panel Connectors

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Back Panel Connectors NOTE The line out connector, located on the back panel, is designed to power either headphones or amplified speakers only. Poor audio quality may occur if passive (non- amplified) speakers are connected to this output.

  • Page 55: Replacing The Battery

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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. When the computer is plugged in, the standby current from the power supply extends the life of the battery.
  • Page 56 Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide VORSICHT Bei falschem Einsetzen einer neuen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Die Batterie darf nur durch denselben oder einen entsprechenden, vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp ersetzt werden. Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien den Anweisungen des Herstellers entsprechend. AVVERTIMENTO Esiste il pericolo di un esplosione se la pila non viene sostituita in modo corretto.
  • Page 57 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components VIGYAZAT Ha a telepet nem a megfelelő típusú telepre cseréli, az felrobbanhat. A telepeket lehetőség szerint újra kell hasznosítani. A használt telepeket a helyi környezetvédelmi előírásoknak megfelelően kell kiselejtezni. AWAS Risiko letupan wujud jika bateri digantikan dengan jenis yang tidak betul. Bateri sepatutnya dikitar semula jika boleh.
  • Page 58 Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide UYARI Yanlış türde pil takıldığında patlama riski vardır. Piller mümkün olduğunda geri dönüştürülmelidir. Kullanılmış piller, yerel çevre yasalarına uygun olarak atılmalıdır. OСТОРОГА Використовуйте батареї правильного типу, інакше існуватиме ризик вибуху. Якщо можливо, використані батареї слід утилізувати. Утилізація використаних...
  • Page 59 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To replace the battery, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" (see page 25). 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 60 Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide...

  • Page 61: Updating The Bios

    Updating the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update Utility With the Intel Express BIOS Update utility you can update the system BIOS while in the Windows environment. The BIOS file is included in an automated update utility ® that combines the functionality of the Intel Flash Memory Update Utility and the ease-of use of Windows-based installation wizards.

  • Page 62: Obtaining The Bios Update File

    Intel Flash Memory Update Utility You can obtain the BIOS update file through your computer supplier or by navigating to the Desktop Board D945GCL page on the Intel World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Navigate to the D945GCL page, click “[view] Latest BIOS updates,” and select the Iflash BIOS Update utility file.

  • Page 63: A Error Messages And Indicators

    A Error Messages and Indicators Desktop Board D945GCL 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.
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  • Page 65: B Regulatory Compliance

    Product Ecology statements • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations • Product certifications Safety Regulations Desktop Board D945GCL complies with the safety regulations stated in Table 13 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 13. Safety Regulations Regulation Title UL 60950-1:2003/ Information Technology Equipment –...

  • Page 66: European Union Declaration Of Conformity Statement

    European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement ® We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel Desktop Board D945GCL is in conformity with all applicable essential requirements necessary for CE marking, following the provisions of the European Council Directive 89/336/EEC (EMC Directive) and Council Directive 73/23/EEC (Safety/Low Voltage Directive).

  • Page 67: 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 68 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 69 & syarat, dsb. 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 70: Lead-Free Desktop Board

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL Product Guide Türkçe Intel, çevre sorumluluğuna bağımlılığının bir parçası olarak, perakende tüketicilerin Intel markalı kullanılmış ürünlerini belirlenmiş merkezlere iade edip uygun şekilde geri dönüştürmesini amaçlayan Intel Ürünleri Geri Dönüşüm Programı’nı uygulamaya koymuştur. Bu programın ürün kapsamı, ürün iade merkezleri, nakliye talimatları, kayıtlar ve şartlar v.s dahil bütün ayrıntılarını...

  • Page 71: Emc Regulations

    Regulatory Compliance EMC Regulations Desktop Board D945GCL complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 15 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 15. EMC Regulations Regulation Title FCC Class B Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 2 and 15, Subpart B, Radio Frequency Devices.

  • Page 72: Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc) Compliance

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL 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 73: Product Certifications

    Regulatory Compliance Product Certifications Board-Level Certification Markings Desktop Board D945GCL has the following product certification markings: Table 16. Product Certification Markings Description Mark UL joint US/Canada Recognized Component mark. Includes adjacent UL file number for Intel desktop boards: E210882. FCC Declaration of Conformity logo mark for Class B equipment.

  • Page 74: Chassis And Component Certifications

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCL 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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