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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 DG35EC 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)
1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components.................11 Processor......................13 Main Memory.....................13 ® Intel G35 Express Chipset .................14 Intel G35 Graphics Subsystem..............14 Audio Subsystem ....................15 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller ..............16 LAN Subsystem ....................16 LAN Status Indicators..................16 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support ..................17 Enhanced IDE Interface ..................17 Serial ATA......................17...
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Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink ..............32 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable..........33 Removing the Processor ................33 Installing and Removing Memory................34 Guidelines for Dual Channel Memory Configuration ..........34 Two or Four DIMMs ................34 Three DIMMs ..................35...
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Contents EU RoHS ....................71 China RoHS ..................72 EMC Regulations ....................74 Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance ........75 Product Certifications..................76 Board-Level Certification Markings ..............76 Chassis and Component Certifications............77 Figures 1. Desktop Board DG35EC Components...............11 2. LAN Connector LEDs ..................16 3. Location of the +5 V Standby Power Indicator ..........22 4.
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2. Desktop Board DG35EC Components...............12 3. LAN Connector LEDs ..................17 4. S/PDIF Connector Signal Names ..............45 5. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names for Intel High Definition Audio....45 6. IEEE 1394a Signal Header Names ..............46 7. Serial Port Header Signal Names..............46 8.
Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Desktop Board DG35EC. Figure 1. Desktop Board DG35EC Components...
Desktop Board may result in damage to the board, or the system may not function properly. Desktop Board DG35EC supports an Intel processor in the LGA775 package. Processors are not included with the Desktop Board and must be purchased separately.
The GMA X3500 graphics controller supports dual independent displays via the VGA and DVI-D connectors on the Desktop Board back panel. When a PCI Express x16 add-in card is installed on the Desktop Board, the Intel GMA X3500 graphics controller is disabled.
A signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of 95 dB • Independent multi-streaming 5.1 audio (using the back panel audio connectors) and stereo (using the Intel High Definition front panel audio header) • All back panel audio connectors support automatic re-tasking Go to the following locations for more information about: •...
LAN Subsystem The LAN subsystem includes: • Intel ICH8 ® • Intel 82566DC Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) Ethernet LAN controller • RJ-45 LAN connector with integrated status LEDs The subsystem features: • CSMA/CD protocol engine • LAN connect interface between ICH9DH and the LAN controller •...
Desktop Board Features Table 3 describes the LED states when the board is powered up and the LAN subsystem is operating. Table 3. LAN Connector LEDs LED Color LED State Indicates A (Link) Green LAN link is not established LAN link is established Blinking LAN activity is occurring B (Speed)
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide Expandability For system expansion, the Desktop Board provides the following expansion slots: • One PCI Express x16 connector • Two PCI Express x1 connectors • One PCI bus connector BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the PCI/PCI Express and IDE auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS.
Desktop Board Features • Setting a user password restricts who can boot the computer. The password prompt is displayed before the computer is booted. If only the supervisor password is set, the computer boots without asking for a password. If both passwords are set, you can enter either password to boot the computer.
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC 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 DG35EC 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. Currently Intel Desktop Boards meet the new ENERGY STAR 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 • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card •...
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC 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 DG35EC 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 Instructions on how to install the processor to 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;...
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC 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 DG35EC 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 DG35EC 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. Desktop board DG35EC has four 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets arranged as DIMM 0 and DIMM 1 in both Channel A and Channel B.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components If additional memory is to be used, install another matched pair of DIMMs in DIMM 1 (black) in channels A and B (see Figure 14). Figure 14. Dual Channel Memory Configuration with Four DIMMs Three DIMMs If you want to use three DIMMs in a dual-channel configuration, install a matched pair of DIMMs equal in speed and size in DIMM 0 (blue) and DIMM 1 (black) of channel A.
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide Installing DIMMs To make sure you have the correct DIMM, place it on the illustration of the DDR2 DIMM in Figure 16. All the notches should match with the DDR2 DIMM. Figure 16. Use DDR2 DIMMs...
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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. 3.
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC 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.
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.
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC 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 19, A) that secures the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel.
• Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 25. • Attach the cable end labeled P1 to the diskette drive connector on the Intel Desktop Board (Figure 20, A). • Attach the cable end labeled P2 to the diskette drive (Figure 20, B).
• 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 21, A). • Attach the cable end with the two closely spaced connectors (gray and black) to the drives (Figure 21, B).
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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 25. 2.
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide Connecting to the Internal Headers and Connectors Before connecting cables to the internal headers and connectors, observe the precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 25. Figure 23 shows the location of the internal headers and connectors.
Figure 23, B 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 for Intel High Definition Audio Signal Name...
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide IEEE 1394a Header See Figure 23, C for the location of the IEEE 1394a header. Table 6 shows the pin assignments for the header. Table 6. IEEE 1394a Signal Header Names Signal Name Signal Name...
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Figure 23, F 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. If your chassis has a three-pin power LED cable, connect it to this header.
Ground Connecting to the Onboard Audio System After installing the RealTek audio driver from the Intel Express Installer CD-ROM, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. Figure 24 shows the back panel audio connectors. Table 12 lists the functions of the connectors in the different audio modes.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables Chassis Fan Cables Connect chassis fan cables to the 3-pin and 4-pin chassis fan headers on the Desktop Board. Figure 25 shows the location of the chassis fan headers. Figure 25.
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide 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.
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.
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide 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.
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 (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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Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide 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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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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 τους...
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Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide 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.
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.
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 DG35EC page on the Intel World Wide Web site at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. Navigate to the DG35EC page, click “[view] Latest BIOS updates,” and select the ISO Image BIOS Update or Iflash BIOS Update utility file.
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. For more information about updating the Intel Desktop Board BIOS or recovering from a BIOS update failure, go to...
A Error Messages and Indicators Desktop Board DG35EC 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 DG35EC: • Safety standards • European Union Declaration of Conformity statement • Product Ecology statements • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations • Product certifications Safety Standards Desktop Board DG35EC complies with the safety standards stated in Table 16 when correctly installed in a compatible host system.
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel ® Desktop Board DG35EC 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://www.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 DG35EC 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 DG35EC is shown in Figure 29. Figure 29. Desktop Board DG35EC China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table...
Intel Desktop Board DG35EC Product Guide EMC Regulations Desktop Board DG35EC 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 DG35EC 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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