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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 D525MW Product Guide Terminology The table below gives descriptions to 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)
Connecting SATA Drives..................29 Installing a Wireless LAN Card in the PCI Express Mini Card Slot .......30 ® Installing an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive or Compatible Device ....32 Connecting to the Internal Headers ..............33 Connecting to the Front Panel Audio Header ...........34 Connecting to the S/PDIF Header..............34...
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Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide 3 Updating the BIOS ® Updating the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update Utility.........47 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility .........48 Obtaining the BIOS Update File ..............48 Using the Iflash Memory Update Utility ............48 Recovering the BIOS ...................49...
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9. Installing a Full-Mini Card Wireless LAN Card ............30 10. Installing a Half-Mini Card Wireless LAN Card ...........31 11. Installing an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive (or Compatible Device) ....32 12. Internal Headers ..................33 13. Location of the Chassis Fan Header ..............37 14.
1 Desktop Board Features ® This chapter briefly describes the main features of Intel Desktop Board D525MW. Table 1 summarizes the features of the Desktop Board. Table 1. Feature Summary Form Factor Mini-ITX ([170 millimeters [6.7 inches] x 170 millimeters [6.7 inches]) ®...
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PC Technology • Support for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) • Wake on USB, PCI, PCI Express, PS/2, LAN, serial, and front panel For more information on Intel Desktop Board D525MW consult the following online resources: To find information Visit this World Wide Web site: about…...
Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the location of the major components on Intel Desktop Board D525MW. Figure 1. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Components...
BIOS configuration jumper block PCI Express Mini Card slot Intel NM10 Express Chipset Front panel wireless activity LED header USB front panel header with Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive (or compatible device) support PCI bus connector S/PDIF header Front panel audio header...
Desktop Board Features Processor Intel Desktop Board D525MW includes a passively-cooled, dual-core Intel Atom processor with integrated graphics and memory controller. The processor is soldered to the Desktop Board and is not customer upgradeable. NOTE The board is designed to be passively cooled in a properly ventilated chassis. Chassis venting locations are recommended above the processor heatsink area for maximum heat dissipation effectiveness.
Microsoft Windows* 7 Home Basic and Starter Onboard Audio Subsystem The Intel Desktop Board D525MW 6-channel (5.1) onboard audio subsystem supports both Intel HD Audio and AC ’97 Audio. The subsystem is based on the following components: • Intel NM10 Express Chipset •...
Desktop Board Features The front/back panel audio connectors are configurable through the audio device drivers. Table 3 lists the supported functions of the front panel and back panel jacks. Table 3. Audio Jack Support Line Line/ Rear Out Center/ Audio Jack Front Out Microphone Headphones...
PCI bus power management ⎯ Supports ACPI technology ⎯ Supports LAN wake capabilities LAN drivers are available from Intel’s World Wide Web site at http://downloadcenter.intel.com/. Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see Figure 3).
USB 2.0 headers). One of the front panel USB headers supports an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive or compatible device. The USB 2.0 ports are compatible with USB 1.1 devices. USB 1.1 devices will function normally at USB 1.1 speeds.
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI and SATA auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. PCI/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.
Desktop Board Features Power Management Features Power management is implemented at several levels, including: • Software support through the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) • Hardware support: ― Power connector ― Fan header ― +5 V standby power indicator LED ―...
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide 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 on the Intel Desktop D525MW web page at http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/D525MW/index.htm. Instantly Available PC Technology Instantly Available PC technology enables the board to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-to- RAM) sleep-state.
Desktop Board Features LAN Wake Capabilities The board’s LAN wake capabilities enable remote wake-up of the computer through a network. The LAN subsystem network adapter monitors network traffic at the Media Independent Interface. The board supports LAN wake capabilities with ACPI in the following ways: •...
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Battery A coin-cell battery on the Desktop Board keeps the values in CMOS RAM and the clock current when the computer is turned off. Go to page 41 for instructions on how to replace the battery.
Install and remove system memory • Connect SATA drives • Install a Wireless LAN card • Install an Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive or compatible device • Connect to internal headers • Connect chassis fan and power supply cables •...
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All responsibility for determining the adequacy of any thermal or system design remains solely with the reader. Intel makes no warranties or representations that merely following the instructions presented in this document will result in a system with adequate thermal performance.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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 or headers •...
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide 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.
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 D525MW. Figure 6. Intel Desktop Board D525MW Mounting Screw Holes...
Installing and Removing Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel SDRAM memory specifications, the boards require DIMMs that support the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data structure. The Desktop Board has two 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets that support up to 4 GB of system memory.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting SATA Drives The board has two SATA connectors each supporting one SATA drive. The included SATA cables support the Serial ATA protocol. For correct cable and drive function: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. 2.
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Installing a Wireless LAN Card in the PCI Express Mini Card Slot A wireless LAN card can be installed in the Desktop Board’s PCI Express Mini Card slot. To install a Full-Mini Card wireless LAN card, see Figure 9 and follow these steps: 1.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To install a Half-Mini Card wireless LAN card, see Figure 10 and follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. 2. Insert the plastic Half-Mini Card latch in the mounting holes as shown in Figure 10, A.
Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive or Compatible Device An Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State Drive or compatible device can be installed on the Desktop Board by using the onboard USB 2.0 header indicated in Figure 1, T. This header provides support for the solid state drive.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting to the Internal Headers Before connecting cables to the internal headers, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. Figure 12 shows the location of the board’s internal headers. Figure 12. Internal Headers...
Figure 12, A shows the location of the front panel audio header. The front panel audio header can be used for both Intel HD Audio and AC ‘97 Audio. Table 5 shows the pin assignments for the Intel HD Audio and Table 6 shows the pin assignments for AC ‘97 Audio.
The brown USB header (Figure 12, G) supports a single USB port while the black USB header (Figure 12, D) supports two USB ports. The single USB port header is designed to support a Flash Memory Drive such as the Intel Z-U130 USB Solid-State ®...
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Connecting to the Front Panel Header Before connecting to the front panel header, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23. See Figure 12, E on page 33 for the location of the front panel header.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting a Chassis Fan Figure 13 shows the location of the chassis fan header. Connect the chassis fan cable to this header. Figure 13. Location of the Chassis Fan Header...
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Connecting a Power Supply CAUTION Failure to connect an appropriate power supply to the Desktop Board may result in damage to the board or the system may not function properly. Figure 14 shows the location of the power connectors.
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 changing a jumper. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation.
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide Figure 15 shows the location of the Desktop Board’s BIOS configuration jumper block. 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.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 12. To restore normal operation, place the jumper on pins 1-2 as shown below. 13. Replace the cover, plug in the computer, and turn on the computer. Replacing the Battery A coin-cell battery powers the Desktop Board’s 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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Intel Desktop Board D525MW 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 D525MW 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...
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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" (see page 23). 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Disconnect the computer’s power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or power adapter). 3.
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.
You can obtain either of these files through your computer supplier or by navigating to the Intel Desktop Board D525MW page at http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support?iid=hdr+support Navigate to the Intel Desktop D525MW page, click “[view] Latest BIOS updates,” and select the Iflash BIOS Update utility file. CAUTION Do not interrupt the process or the system may not function properly.
CD-ROM drive connected to the SATA interface USB removable drive (a USB Flash Drive, for example) USB diskette drive (with a 1.44 MB diskette) USB hard disk drive NOTE For more information about BIOS update and recovery, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-022312.htm.
A Board Status and Error Messages This appendix describes status and error messages generated by the Desktop Board’s BIOS. The BIOS indicates these error messages with front-panel Power LED blink codes, speaker beep codes, and by displaying text on the video monitor. BIOS Beep Codes The BIOS uses audible beep codes to signal status messages and error messages indicating recoverable errors that occur during the POST.
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide BIOS Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes The BIOS also blinks the front-panel power LED to signal status messages and error messages indicating certain recoverable errors that occur during the POST. The blink codes are listed in Table 16.
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel ® Desktop Board D525MW 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 D525MW is shown in Figure 17. Figure 17. Intel Desktop Board D525MW China RoHS Material...
Regulatory Compliance EMC Regulations Intel Desktop Board D525MW 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 D525MW Product Guide Product Certifications Board-Level Certifications Intel Desktop Board D525MW 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.
Regulatory Compliance Chassis- and Component-Level 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 mark indicates compliance with all applicable European requirements.
Intel Desktop Board D525MW Product Guide ENERGY STAR*, e-Standby, and ErP Compliance Intel Desktop Board D525MW meets the ENERGY STAR requirements listed in Table 21 when used in corresponding system configurations. Table 21. ENERGY STAR Requirements Typical Electricity ENERGY STAR...
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