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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 DG45FC Product Guide NOTE Notes call attention to important information. 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)
1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components.................11 Processor......................13 Main Memory.....................13 ® Intel G45 Express Chipset .................14 Intel G45 Graphics Subsystem..............15 DVI-I Support ..................15 HDMI* Technology Support ..............15 ® Intel Viiv™ Technology ................15 Audio Subsystem ....................16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller ..............17 LAN Subsystem ....................17...
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(Intel MST)) Configuring the BIOS for Intel Matrix Storage Technology ........59 Creating Your RAID Set ................59 Loading the Intel Matrix Storage Technology RAID Drivers and Software ....60 Setting Up a “RAID Ready” System ...............60 ® 5 Configuring for Intel Rapid Recover Technology Enabling Intel Rapid Recover Technology...............61...
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Contents A Error Messages and Indicators BIOS Beep Codes ....................65 BIOS Error Messages ..................65 B Regulatory Compliance Safety Standards ....................67 Place Battery Marking .................67 European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement..........68 Product Ecology Statements ................69 Recycling Considerations ................69 Lead-free 2LI/Pb-free 2LI Board ..............72 Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) ..........73 EU RoHS ....................73 China RoHS ..................74...
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Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide 5. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for Intel High Definition Audio....42 6. Chassis Intrusion Header ................42 7. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header Signal Names ........43 8. Back Panel CIR Header Emitter (Output) Header Signal Names ......43 9.
Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Desktop Board DG45FC. Figure 1. Desktop Board DG45FC Components...
DDR2 DIMM 0 socket (channel B) DDR2 DIMM 0 socket (channel A) Alternate front panel power LED header Front panel header Serial ATA connectors (4) PCI Express x1 connector For more information about Intel Desktop Board DG45FC, go to http://intel.com/design/motherbd.
Desktop Board may result in damage to the board, or the system may not function properly. Desktop Board DG45FC supports an Intel processor in the LGA775 package. Processors are not included with the Desktop Board and must be purchased separately.
Intel G45 Express Chipset The Intel G45 Express Chipset consists of the following devices: • Intel G45 Express Chipset Graphics and Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) with Direct Media Interface (DMI) • Intel 82801JR I/O Controller Hub (ICH10R) with DMI The GMCH component provides interfaces to the processor, memory, PCI Express, and the DMI interconnect.
Viiv™ technology. To be eligible for the Intel Viiv technology brand, a system must meet certain hardware and software requirements. To get the list of requirements for Intel Viiv technology branding as well as all the features supported by Intel Viiv technology, visit...
A signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of 95 dB • Independent multi-streaming 7.1 audio (using the back panel audio connectors) • Independent 2-channel stereo audio streams (using the Intel High Definition front panel audio header) • Dolby Home Theater certified audio Go to the following locations for more information about: •...
For information about LAN software and drivers go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop LAN Subsystem Software For LAN software and drivers, refer to the DG45FC link on Intel’s World Wide Web site http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. LAN Status Indicators Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector panel (see Figure 2). These LEDs...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Figure 2. LAN Status LEDs Table 4 describes the LED states when the board is powered up and the LAN subsystem is operating. Table 4. LAN Connector LEDs LED Color LED State Indicates A (Link)
• RAID 1 - data mirroring • RAID 0+1 (or RAID 10) - data striping and mirroring • RAID 5 - distributed parity For information on configuring your system for RAID using Intel Matrix Storage Technology see Chapter 4. ®...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI Express and SATA auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. The BIOS is stored in the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device.
• Intel Quiet System Technology fan speed control, delivering acoustically-optimized thermal management NOTE Memory must be installed in the Channel A socket to enable Intel Quiet System Technology. • Thermally monitored closed-loop fan control, for all onboard fans, that can adjust fan speed according to thermal conditions.
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide 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 ⎯...
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 state. • The fans are off when the computer is in the ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state. •...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide +5 V Standby Power Indicator CAUTION If the AC power has been switched off and the standby power indicator is still lit, disconnect the power cord before installing or removing any devices connected to the board.
ENERGY STAR* Qualified 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.
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 • Connect the Serial ATA cables •...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC 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.
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC 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.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Installing and Removing a Processor This section contains information on how to install and remove a processor on the Desktop Board. 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;...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC 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.
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.
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC 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 a Processor Fan Heat Sink Desktop Board DG45FC 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.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable Connect the processor fan heat sink cable to the 4-pin processor fan header (see Figure 12). A fan with a 4-pin connector as shown in Figure 12, A is recommended; however, a fan with a 3-pin connector (Figure 12, B) can be used.
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.
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...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC 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 7. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket. 8. When the DIMM is inserted, push down on the top edge of the DIMM until the retaining clips snap into place. Make sure the clips are firmly in place. 9.
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Connecting Serial ATA (SATA) Cables SATA cables support the Serial ATA protocol. Each cable can be used to connect a single SATA drive to the Desktop Board. For correct cable function: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting to Internal Headers and Connectors Before connecting cables to the internal headers and connectors, observe the precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 27. Figure 17 shows the location of the internal headers and connectors. Item Description Item...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Front Panel HD Audio Header Figure 17, A shows the location of the front panel audio header. Table 5 shows the pin assignments for the front panel audio header. Table 5. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names...
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components NOTE The Consumer IR option must be enabled in the system BIOS before it can function. Press <F2> at boot to enter the system BIOS, and go to Advanced > Peripheral Configuration > Enhanced Consumer IR, and set this option to Enabled.
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Serial Port Header See Figure 17, E for the location of the serial port header. Table 10 shows the pin assignments for the header. Table 10. Serial Port Header Signal Names Signal Name Signal Name...
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting to the Audio System After installing the IDT audio driver from the Intel Express Installer DVD-ROM, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. Figure 18 shows the back panel audio connectors. Item Description...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables Chassis Fan Cables Connect chassis fan cables to the 3-pin chassis fan header on the Desktop Board. Figure 19 shows the location of the chassis fan headers.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Power Supply 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.
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide 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.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Table 13. 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.
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide 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.
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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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.
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Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide 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...
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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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.
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide 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).
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.
Intel Flash Memory Update Utility You can obtain either of these files through your computer supplier or by navigating to the Desktop Board DG45FC page on the Intel World Wide Web site at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. Navigate to the DG45FC page. Under the “Software and drivers” heading, click on “Latest BIOS”...
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.
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. NOTE 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.
4. Then save your settings by pressing <F10>. Creating Your RAID Set 1. Upon re-boot, you will see the following Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM status message on the screen: Press <Ctrl-I> to enter the RAID Configuration Utility. Press <Ctrl-I> and enter the RAID Configuration Utility.
3. Finish the Windows installation and install all necessary drivers. 4. Install the Intel Matrix Storage Console software via the Intel Express Installer CD included with your desktop board or after downloading it from the Internet at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. The Intel Matrix Storage Console software can be used to manage the RAID configuration.
NOTE Intel Rapid Recover Technology does not support RAID 5. Intel Rapid Recover Technology can be Enabled or Disabled in the system BIOS menu. To enable Intel Rapid Recover Technology, complete following steps: 1. Enter the BIOS menu by pressing the <F2> key early during system POST.
Creating a Recovery Volume Using the Intel Matrix Storage Console To create a recovery volume using the Intel Matrix Storage Console, the system must be configured in RAID mode with two drives. Boot the system into Microsoft Windows and open the Intel Matrix Storage Console application.
There are two modes of updating or synchronizing the recovery disk with the master disk – either continuous update or manual update. To change from Continuous Update mode to Update On Request mode using the Intel Matrix Storage Console, select the Advanced mode from the View menu, right-click on the recovery volume, and select Disable Continuous Update.
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To un-mount the recovery disk, complete the following steps: 1. In the Advanced mode, right-click on the recovery volume name. 2. Select Access Recovery Drive Files. 3. Select OK on the information dialog box. The recovery disk is now un-mounted and reappears in Intel Matrix Storage Console.
A Error Messages and Indicators Desktop Board DG45FC 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.
B Regulatory Compliance This appendix contains the following regulatory compliance information for Desktop Board DG45FC: • Safety standards • European Union Declaration of Conformity statement • Product Ecology statements • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations • Product certifications Safety Standards Desktop Board DG45FC complies with the safety standards stated in Table 16 when correctly installed in a compatible host system.
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel ® Desktop Board DG45FC 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).
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 ®...
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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.
These marks are based on JEDEC standard J-STD-609, “Marking and Labeling of Components, PCBs and PCBAs to Identify Lead, Lead Free and Other Attributes.” For more information concerning Intel’s lead-free initiatives, refer to http://intel.com/technology/silicon/leadfree.htm.
Regulatory Compliance Table 17. Lead-Free Second Level Interconnect Marks Description Mark This symbol is used to identify electrical and electronic assemblies and components in which the Pb concentration level in the Desktop Board substrate and the solder connections from the board to the components (second-level interconnect) is not greater than 0.1% by weight...
Period (EFUP). The EFUP is defined as the number of years for which listed controlled substances will not leak or chemically deteriorate while in the product. The EFUP for Intel Desktop Boards has been determined to be 10 years. The EFUP for Desktop Board DG45FC is shown in Table 18.
Regulatory Compliance The China MII stipulates that a material Self Declaration Table (SDT) must be included in a product’s user documentation. The SDT for Desktop Board DG45FC is shown in Figure 23. Figure 23. Desktop Board DG45FC China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table...
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC Product Guide EMC Regulations Desktop Board DG45FC complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 19 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 19. EMC Regulations Regulation (Class B) Title FCC 47 CFR Part 15,...
Regulatory Compliance 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 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 accordingly.
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 DG45FC model designation. CE mark. Declaring compliance to European Union (EU) EMC directive and Low Voltage directive.
Regulatory Compliance 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 product certifications include: In Europe The CE marking signifies compliance with all applicable European requirements.
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