Intel may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice. Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE 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.
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:...
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Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE 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) Megabit (1,048,576 bits) Megahertz (one million hertz)
Expandability.....................19 Legacy I/O ......................19 BIOS ........................19 SATA Auto Configuration ................20 PCI*/PCI Express Auto Configuration.............20 BIOS Security Passwords ................20 Intel Manageability Technology..............21 ® Intel MEBX Reset Header ..............21 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Support..........22 Fan Speed Control and Hardware Monitoring ..........22 Power Management ..................22 Software Support ................23...
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Updating the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update Utility.........59 Updating the BIOS Using the F7 Function Key ............60 ® Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Intel Flash Memory Update Utility...................61 Obtaining the BIOS Update File ..............61 Updating the BIOS with the Intel Flash Memory Update Utility......61...
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20. Back Panel Audio Connectors .................48 21. Location of the Chassis Fan Headers..............49 22. Connecting Power Supply Cables ..............50 23. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block ..........51 24. Removing the Battery ...................57 25. Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table....72...
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2. Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Components............13 3. LAN Status LEDs States .................18 4. Front Panel Audio Signal Names for Intel HD Audio..........44 5. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for AC ’97 Audio ........44 6. S/PDIF Header Signal Names .................44 7.
Intel High Definition Audio (Intel HD Audio): • Realtek* ALC892 audio codec • Front panel audio header (Intel HD Audio and AC ’97 Audio support) • Mono speaker header • S/PDIF audio header Expansion • One PCI Express 2.0 x16 add-in card connector Capabilities •...
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― Six USB 2.0 front panel ports are implemented through three dual-port internal headers • Four SATA 3 Gb/s ports through the Intel H61 Express Chipset • One serial port header • One parallel port back panel connector • One PS/2* back panel connector for mouse/keyboard support ®...
Desktop Board Features Supported Operating Systems The Desktop Board supports the following operating systems: • Microsoft Windows* 7 Ultimate 64-bit edition • Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit edition • Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit edition • Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 32-bit edition •...
Desktop Board may result in damage to the board, or the system may not function properly. Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE supports Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3, and Intel Pentium processors in the LGA1155 package. Processors are not included with the Desktop Board and must be purchased separately.
Intel H61 Express Chipset The Intel H61 Express Chipset, consisting of the Intel H61 Platform Controller Hub (PCH), provides interfaces to the processor and the USB, SATA, LPC, audio, network, display, and PCI Express interfaces. The PCH is a centralized controller for the board’s I/O paths.
The HDMI port is enabled for the POST whenever a monitor is attached. PCI Express* x16 Graphics Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3, and Intel Pentium processors in an LGA1155 package support discrete add-in graphics cards via the PCI Express 2.0 x16 add-in card connector.
Desktop Board Features Audio Subsystem The board supports Intel High Definition Audio through a Realtek ALC892 audio codec as well as through the HDMI interface. The Realtek ALC892-based audio subsystem provides the following features: • 6-channel audio with independent multi-streaming stereo •...
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide LAN Subsystem The LAN subsystem includes: • Intel 82579V Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) Ethernet LAN controller • RJ-45 LAN connector with integrated status LEDs LAN software and drivers are available at http://downloadcenter.intel.com/. Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see Figure 2).
SATA Support The board provides four SATA 3.0 Gb/s channels, through the PCH, which support one device per channel. Expandability Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE provides the following expansion capability: • One PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface • Two PCI Express 2.0 x1 interfaces •...
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide SATA Auto Configuration If you install a SATA device (such as a hard disk drive) in your computer, the auto- configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the device for your computer. You do not need to run the BIOS Setup program after installing a SATA device.
MEBX reset header ® Intel MEBX Reset Header This header (see Figure 3) allows you to reset the Intel ME configuration to factory defaults. Momentarily shorting pins 1 and 2 with a jumper (not supplied) will accomplish the following: •...
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Support Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE provides a header to connect to an external TPM. The header is shown in Figure 1, R on page 12 and the header pinout is listed in Table 8 on page 45.
Desktop Board Features Software Support ACPI ACPI gives the operating system direct control over the power management and Plug and Play functions of a computer. The use of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an operating system that provides full ACPI support. Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can turn off the computer power through system...
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Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Instantly Available PC Technology CAUTION For Instantly Available PC technology, the 5 V standby line for the power supply must be capable of delivering adequate +5 V standby current. Failure to provide adequate standby current when using this feature can damage the power supply and/or effect ACPI S3 sleep state functionality.
Figure 4. 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/support/motherboards/desktop/. Wake from USB NOTE Wake from USB requires the use of a USB peripheral that supports Wake from USB and an operating system that supports Wake from USB.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Wake from PS/2 Devices PS/2 device activity wakes the computer from an ACPI S3 state. Onboard Speaker A speaker is mounted on the Desktop Board. The speaker provides audible error code (beep code) information during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Refer to Appendix A for a description of the beep codes that may be generated during the POST.
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 •...
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE 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 •...
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.
Refer to your chassis manual for instructions on installing and removing the Desktop Board. Figure 6 shows the location of the mounting screw holes for Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE. Figure 6. Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Mounting Screw Hole Locations...
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 a processor, make sure the AC power has been removed by unplugging the power cord from the computer;...
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide 3. Rotate the socket lever to lift the load plate away from the socket (Figure 8, A). Make sure that the load plate is in the fully open position (Figure 8, B) while being careful not to damage adjacent components.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 4. Remove the processor from its protective cover. Hold the processor only at the edges, being careful not to touch the bottom of the processor (see Figure 9). NOTE Do not discard the processor cover. Always replace the processor cover if you remove the processor from the socket.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide 6. Carefully lower the socket lever (Figure 11, A) while making sure that the front edge of the load plate slides under the shoulder screw cap as the lever is lowered. Latch the socket lever under the load plate tab (Figure 11, C, D). The socket cover (Figure 11, B) will pop off as shown.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE 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 or boxed thermal solution manual.
Installing and Removing System 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 DDR3 DIMM sockets providing Channel A and Channel B.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing DIMMs To make sure you have the correct DIMM, place it on the illustration of the DDR3 DIMM in Figure 14. All the notches should match with the DDR3 DIMM. Figure 14. Use DDR3 DIMMs...
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide To install a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord.
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 27. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer. 3.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Follow these instructions to install a PCI Express x16 graphics card: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27. 2. Place the card in the PCI Express x16 connector (Figure 16, A) and press down on the card until it is completely seated in the connector and the card retention notch on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism pin on the connector.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card Follow these instructions to remove a PCI Express x16 graphics card from a connector: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27. 2. Disconnect the monitor cable from the graphics card back panel connector. 3.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Connecting Serial ATA (SATA) Cables SATA cables support the Serial ATA protocol. Each cable can be used to connect one internal SATA drive to the Desktop Board. For correct cable function: 1. Observe the precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 27.
Connecting to the Internal Headers Before connecting cables to any of the internal headers, observe the precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 27. Figure 19 shows the location of the internal headers and connectors on Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE. Figure 19. Internal Headers...
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Front Panel Audio Header The front panel audio header shown in Figure 19, A supports both Intel High Definition Audio and AC ’97 Audio. Table 4 shows the pin assignments and signal names for HD Audio and Table 5 shows the pin assignments and signal names for AC ’97 Audio.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Chassis Intrusion Header Figure 19, C shows the location of the chassis intrusion header. This header can be connected to a mechanical switch on the chassis to detect if the chassis cover is removed. This switch should be in the open position when the chassis cover is installed and closed when the cover is removed.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Front Panel Header Figure 19, E shows the location of the front panel header. Table 9 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the front panel header. Table 9. Front Panel Header Signal Names...
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Serial Header Figure 19, G shows the location of the serial header. Table 11 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the serial header. Table 11. Serial Port Header Signal Names Signal Name Signal Name DCD (Data Carrier Detect) RXD# (Receive Data)
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Connecting to the Audio System ® After installing the Realtek audio driver from the Intel Express Installer DVD-ROM, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. Figure 20 shows the back panel audio connectors. The default connector assignments are shown in the table.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables Connecting Chassis Fan Cables Connect chassis fan cables to the chassis fan headers on the Desktop Board. Figure 21 shows the location of the chassis fan headers. Figure 21.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Connecting Power Supply Cables CAUTION Failure to use an appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V power connector (Figure 22, A) to the Desktop Board may result in damage to the board or the system may not function properly.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper NOTE Always turn off the power to the computer before moving the jumper. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation. Figure 23 shows the location of the Desktop Board’s BIOS configuration jumper block. Figure 23.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables board configuration to be done in the BIOS Setup program. Table 14 shows the jumper settings for the BIOS Setup program modes. Table 14. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes...
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.
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Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE 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.
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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components VIGYÁZAT 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.
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Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE 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...
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To replace the battery, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" (see page 27). 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.
1. Go to the Intel World Wide Web site Download Center at http://downloadcenter.intel.com/ 2. Navigate to the DH61ZE page. Click on the “BIOS Update” link and then select the Express BIOS Update file. 3. Download the file to your hard drive. (You can also save this file to a removable USB device.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Updating the BIOS Using the F7 Function Key To use this BIOS update method: 1. Download and save the Recovery BIOS (.BIO) file to a temporary directory. 2. Copy the .BIO file to a USB thumb drive. The USB thumb drive does not need to be bootable, only formatted.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE page on the Intel World Wide Web site Download Center at http://downloadcenter.intel.com. On the DH61ZE page, click on the “BIOS Update” link and then select the the Iflash BIOS Update file. Updating the BIOS with the Intel Flash Memory Update...
Enter key. The system will boot from the hard drive if no key is pressed within 15 seconds. 5. At the "Welcome to the Intel Desktop Board BIOS Upgrade CD-ROM" page, press any key to confirm the BIOS upgrade operation.
CD-R with the .BIO file in the root directory will be required. You can obtain the Recovery BIOS Update file through your computer supplier or by navigating to the Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE page on the Intel World Wide Web site Download Center at http://downloadcenter.intel.com.
A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code and blinking the front panel power LED • By displaying an error message on the monitor BIOS Error Codes Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board’s...
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Table 16. Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes Type Pattern Note F2 Setup/F10 Boot None Menu Prompt BIOS update in Off when the update begins, then on for progress 0.5 seconds, then off for 0.5 seconds. The pattern repeats until the BIOS update is complete.
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel ® Desktop Board DH61ZE 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), 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage Directive), and 2002/95/EC (ROHS Directive).
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 to return used products to selected locations for proper recycling.
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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...
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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.
The China Ministry of Information Industry (MII) stipulates that a material Self Declaration Table (SDT) must be included in a product’s user documentation. The SDT for Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE is shown in Figure 25. Figure 25. Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE China RoHS Material...
Regulatory Compliance EMC Regulations Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 19 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 19. 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.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Intel Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Tested to comply with FCC standards for home or office use.
Regulatory Compliance Korea Class B Statement Korea Class B Statement translation: This equipment is for home use, and has acquired electromagnetic conformity registration, so it can be used not only in residential areas, but also other areas. Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance Before computer integration, make sure that the power supply and other modules or peripherals, as applicable, have passed Class B EMC testing and are marked...
Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE Product Guide Product Certifications Board-Level Certifications Intel Desktop Board DH61ZE has the regulatory compliance marks shown in Table 20. Table 20. Regulatory Compliance Marks Description Mark UL joint US/Canada Recognized Component mark. Includes adjacent UL file number for Intel Desktop Boards: E210882.
Compliance The US Department of Energy and the US Environmental Protection Agency have continually revised the ENERGY STAR requirements. Intel has worked directly with these two governmental agencies in the definition of the new requirements. This Desktop Board meets the ENERGY STAR Program for Computers: Version 5.0 Category A requirements.