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Intel® Desktop Board D945GCNL
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Order Number: D98010-002

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  • Page 1 Intel® Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Order Number: D98010-002...

  • 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: Box Contents

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL 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

    Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Supported Operating Systems................10 Desktop Board Components.................11 Processor......................13 Main Memory.....................13 ® Intel 945GC Express Chipset ................14 Onboard Audio Subsystem ..................14 Input/Output (I/O) Controller ................15 LAN Subsystem ....................15 LAN Subsystem Software................15 RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs................16 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support ..................16 Enhanced IDE Interface ..................17...
  • Page 6 Connecting the IDE Cable..................38 Connecting the Serial ATA (SATA) Cable..............39 Connecting to Internal Headers ................40 ® Installing a Front Panel Audio Solution for Intel High Definition Audio ....41 Connecting to the USB 2.0 Headers...............42 Connecting to the Front Panel Header............42 Connecting to the Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header.......43...
  • Page 7 1. Feature Summary..................9 2. Desktop Board D945GCNL Components ............12 3. LAN Connector LED States ................16 4. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for Intel High Definition Audio....41 5. AC ’97 Audio Header Signal Names ..............41 6. USB 2.0 Header Signal Names................42 7.
  • Page 8 Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide viii...

  • Page 9: Desktop Board Features

    1 Desktop Board Features ® This chapter briefly describes the main features of Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL. 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 Form Factor [9.60 inches])

  • Page 10: Supported Operating Systems

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Table 1. Feature Summary (continued) LAN Support 10/100/1000 Mb/s LAN subsystem using a Realtek RTL8111B-GR Gigabit Ethernet Controller ® BIOS • Intel BIOS (resident in the SPI Flash device) • Support for ACPI, Plug and Play, and SMBIOS Power •...

  • Page 11: Desktop Board Components

    Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Desktop Board D945GCNL. Figure 1. Desktop Board D945GCNL Components...

  • Page 12: Desktop Board D945Gcnl Components

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Table 2. Desktop Board D945GCNL Components Label Description Front panel audio header PCI bus connector 2 PCI bus connector 1 PCI Express x1 connector PCI Express x16 connector Back panel connectors 12 V processor core voltage connector (2 x 2 pin )

  • Page 13: Processor

    Desktop Board D945GCNL supports an Intel processor in the LGA775 package. Processors are not included with the desktop board and must be purchased separately.

  • Page 14: Intel 945Gc Express Chipset

    The Intel 945GC 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 15: Input/Output (I/O) Controller

    Realtek RTL811B-GR Gigabit Ethernet Controller device for 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet LAN connectivity • RJ-45 connector with status indicator LEDs LAN Subsystem Software For LAN software and drivers, refer to the D945GCNL link on Intel’s World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop...

  • Page 16: Rj-45 Lan Connector Leds

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide 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 3 describes the LED states when the board is powered up and the LAN subsystem is operating.

  • Page 17: Enhanced Ide Interface

    Desktop Board Features 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 18: Pci* And Pci Express* Auto Configuration

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide PCI* and PCI Express* Auto Configuration If you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card in your computer, the PCI/PCI Express auto-configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the resources (IRQs, DMA channels, and I/O space) for that add-in card. You do not need to run the BIOS Setup program after you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card.

  • Page 19: Chassis Intrusion Detection

    Desktop Board Features 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 46 for the location of the chassis intrusion header.

  • Page 20: Fan Headers

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL 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 or S1 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

    Figure 3. Location of Standby Power Indicator Related Links: For more information on standby current requirements for the desktop board, refer to the Technical Product Specification by going to the following link, finding the product, and selecting Product Documentation from the left-hand menu: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/...

  • Page 22: Wake From Usb

    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. Currently Intel Desktop Boards are capable of meeting the new ENERGY STAR requirements depending on system configuration.

  • 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 • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card •...

  • Page 24: Installation Precautions

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL 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

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Installing and Removing the Desktop Board CAUTION Only qualified technical personnel should do this procedure. Disconnect the computer from its power source before performing the procedures described here. Failure to disconnect the power before you open the computer can result in personal injury or equipment damage.

  • 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 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 28: Lift The Load Plate

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL 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 (see 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 (see Figure 9). Do not discard the protective processor cover. Always replace the processor cover if the processor is removed from the socket.

  • Page 30: Installing The Processor Fan Heat Sink

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL 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 Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink Desktop Board D945GCNL has an integrated processor fan heat sink retention mechanism (RM).

  • Page 31: 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 32: Installing And Removing Memory

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide 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 33: Use Ddr2 Dimms

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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: Installing Dimms

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Installing DIMMs 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: Installing And Removing A Pci Express X16 Card

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide 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 37: Removing The Pci Express X16 Card

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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 23. 2. Remove the screw (Figure 17, A) that secures the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel.

  • Page 38: Connecting The Ide Cable

    • Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. • 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 39: Connecting The Serial Ata (Sata) Cable

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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 precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. 2.

  • Page 40: Connecting To Internal Headers

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Connecting to Internal Headers Before connecting cables to the internal headers, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. Figure 20 shows the location of the internal headers. Item Description Front panel audio USB 2.0...

  • Page 41: Installing A Front Panel Audio Solution For Intel ® High Definition Audio

    Figure 20, A on page 40 shows the location of the yellow front panel audio header. Table 4 shows the pin assignments for the front panel audio header. Table 4. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for Intel High Definition Audio...

  • Page 42: Connecting To The Usb 2.0 Headers

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide To restore back panel audio, 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 43: Connecting To The Alternate Front Panel Power Led Header

    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting to the Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Figure 20, D on page 40 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 44: Connecting Chassis Fan And Power Cables

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL 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 45: 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 46: Other Connectors And Headers

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide Other Connectors and Headers Figure 24 shows the location of the other connectors and headers on the desktop board. Item Description PCI bus connector 2 PCI bus connector 1 PCI Express x1 connector Chassis intrusion header Diskette drive connector Figure 24.

  • Page 47: 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 48: Jumper Settings For The Bios Setup Program Modes

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables all board configuration to be done in the BIOS Setup program. Table 9 shows the jumper settings for the BIOS Setup program modes. Table 9. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes...

  • Page 49: 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 23. 2.

  • Page 50: Replacing The Battery

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide 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 51 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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 52 Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide 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 53 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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 батарей...
  • Page 54 Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide 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).

  • Page 55: 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 56: 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 D945GCNL page on the Intel World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Navigate to the D945GCNL page, click “[view] Latest BIOS updates,” and select the Iflash BIOS Update utility file.

  • Page 57: A Error Messages And Indicators

    A Error Messages and Indicators Desktop Board D945GCNL 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 D945GCNL Product Guide...

  • Page 59: B Regulatory Compliance

    B Regulatory Compliance This appendix contains the following regulatory compliance information for Desktop Board D945GCNL: • Safety standards • European Union Declaration of Conformity statement • Product Ecology statements • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations • Product certifications Safety Standards Desktop Board D945GCNL complies with the safety standards stated in Table 12 when correctly installed in a compatible host system.

  • Page 60: European Union Declaration Of Conformity Statement

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL Product Guide European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel ® Desktop Board D945GCNL 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 D945GCNL Product Guide Table 13. 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 Intel Desktop Board substrate...

  • Page 65: Emc Regulations

    Regulatory Compliance EMC Regulations Desktop Board D945GCNL complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 14 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 14. 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 D945GCNL 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

    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. Includes Intel name and D945GCNL model designation. CE mark. Declaring compliance to European Union (EU) EMC directive and Low Voltage directive.

  • Page 68: Chassis And Component Certifications

    Intel Desktop Board D945GCNL 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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