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- Page 1 Intel® Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide Order Number: E95580-001...
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Page 2: Revision History
Intel Corporation by going to the World Wide Web site at: http://www.intel.com/ or by calling 1-800-548-4725. Intel and the Intel logo are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. -
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 Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: CAUTION Cautions warn the user about how to prevent damage to hardware or loss of data. NOTE Notes call attention to important information. Terminology The table below gives descriptions of some common terms used in the product guide.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components.................11 Processor......................12 Main Memory.....................13 ® Intel G41 Express Chipset .................15 Graphics Support..................15 ® Intel GMA X4500 Graphics Controller............15 DVI Support ..................15 Audio Subsystem ....................16 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller ..............16 LAN Subsystem ....................17 USB 2.0 Support ....................18 Serial ATA......................18... - Page 6 Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable..........32 Removing the Processor ................32 Installing and Removing Memory................33 Installing DIMMs ..................34 Removing DIMMs..................35 Connecting SATA Drives..................36 Connecting a Standard SATA Drive..............36 Connecting a Slimline SATA Drive ..............37 Connecting to the Internal Headers and Connectors ..........38...
- Page 7 21. Connecting Power Supply Cables ..............44 22. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block ..........45 23. Removing the Battery ...................51 24. Intel Desktop Board DG41AN China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table .....63 Tables 1. Feature Summary..................9 2. Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Components ............12 3.
- Page 8 Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide 17. Safety Standards..................58 18. EMC Regulations...................64 19. Regulatory Compliance Marks.................67 viii...
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Page 9: Desktop Board Features
BIOS. • Support for up to 4 GB of system memory ® Chipset Intel G41 Express Chipset consisting of: • Intel G41 Express Chipset Graphics and Memory Controller Hub ® ® (GMCH) with Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 (Intel X4500) ®... - Page 10 Home Premium, Home Basic, Business, and Enterprise). • Microsoft Windows* XP 64-bit and 32-bit (Profession, Home, and Media Center Edition). For more information on Intel Desktop Board DG41AN consult the following online resources: To find information Visit this World Wide Web site: about…...
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Page 11: Desktop Board Components
Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Intel Desktop Board DG41AN. Figure 1. Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Components... -
Page 12: Processor
Desktop Board may result in damage to the board, or the system may not function properly. Intel Desktop Board DG41AN is designed to support Intel processors in the LGA775 package with a TDP of 65 W. Processors are not included with the Desktop Board and must be purchased separately. -
Page 13: Main Memory
(ii) cause the processor and other system components to fail; (iii) cause reductions in system performance; (iv) cause additional heat or other damage; and (v) affect system data integrity. Intel has not tested, and does not warranty, the operation of the memory beyond its specifications. - Page 14 Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide The Desktop Board supports multiple processor and memory speeds. It is important to understand that not all memory speeds are supported with all processor speeds. Memory speed cannot exceed the Front Side Bus (FSB) speed of the processor.
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Page 15: Intel G41 Express Chipset
Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 (Intel GMA X4500) graphics controller is used or a PCI graphics add-in card can be used. When a PCI graphics add-in card is installed, the Intel GMA X4500 graphics controller is disabled. The GMA X4500 graphics controller supports dual independent displays via the VGA and DVI-D connectors on the Desktop Board back panel. -
Page 16: Audio Subsystem
Realtek ALC888VC audio codec • Back panel audio connectors (see Figure 19) • Front panel audio header supporting both Intel High Definition Audio and AC ’97 Audio (see Figure 18, A) The audio subsystem supports the following features: • A signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of 95 dB •... -
Page 17: Lan Subsystem
Desktop Board Features LAN Subsystem The LAN subsystem includes: • Intel ICH7 • Realtek 8111E Gigabit Ethernet Controller for operation at 10/100/1000 Mb/s • RJ-45 LAN connector with integrated status LEDs The subsystem features: • CSMA/CD protocol engine • LAN connect interface between ICH7 and the LAN controller •... -
Page 18: Usb 2.0 Support
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide USB 2.0 Support The Desktop Board supports up to eight USB 2.0 ports (four ports routed to the back panel and four ports routed to two internal headers) via ICH7. USB 2.0 ports are backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices. -
Page 19: Security Passwords
For instructions on resetting the password, see Clearing Passwords on page 46. Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of Intel Desktop Board DG41AN enable the board to be compatible with the Wired for Management (WfM) specification. The board has several hardware management features including the following: •... -
Page 20: Power Management Features
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN 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 ⎯... -
Page 21: Fan Headers
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. •... -
Page 22: +5 V Standby Power Indicator Led
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide The Desktop Board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification. Add-in cards that support this specification can participate in power management and can be used to wake the computer. +5 V Standby Power Indicator LED... -
Page 23: Wake From Usb
Desktop Board Features Wake from USB NOTE Wake from USB requires the use of a USB peripheral that supports Wake from USB. USB bus activity wakes the computer from an ACPI S1 or S3 state. PME# Signal Wake-up When the PME# signal on the PCI bus is asserted, the computer wakes from an ACPI S1, S3, S4, or S5 (LAN only) state. -
Page 24: 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 • Connect SATA devices •... -
Page 25: Installation Precautions
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 • Sharp pins on printed circuit assemblies •... -
Page 26: Installing The I/O Shield
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN 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. -
Page 27: Installing And Removing The Desktop Board
Refer to your chassis manual for instructions on installing and removing the Desktop Board. Figure 5 shows the location of the mounting screw holes for Intel Desktop Board DG41AN. Figure 5. Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Mounting Screw Hole Locations... -
Page 28: Installing And Removing A Processor
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide 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;... -
Page 29: Lift The Load Plate
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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. -
Page 30: Remove The Processor From The Protective Processor Cover
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide 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 (Figure 9). Do not discard the protective processor cover. Always replace the processor cover if the processor is removed from the socket. - Page 31 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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...
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Page 32: Installing The Processor Fan Heat Sink
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink Intel Desktop Board DG41AN 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. -
Page 33: Installing And Removing Memory
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 DDR3 DIMM sockets providing Channel A and Channel B. -
Page 34: Installing Dimms
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide 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 To install a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. -
Page 35: Removing Dimms
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Figure 15. Installing a DIMM 4. Make sure the clips at either end of the DIMM socket(s) are pushed outward to the open position. 5. Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its anti-static package. 6. -
Page 36: Connecting Sata Drives
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide Connecting SATA Drives Two types of SATA cables are provided with the Desktop Board: • a standard SATA data cable • a SATA-to-Slimline SATA adapter cable (with power) that allows you to connect a... -
Page 37: Connecting A Slimline Sata Drive
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting a Slimline SATA Drive You can use the SATA-to-Slimline SATA adapter cable to connect a slimline SATA drive to a standard SATA data connector on the Desktop Board. This adapter splits a Slimline SATA connector into a standard SATA data cable and a power connector which plugs into a 4-pin 5 V Molex* power connector from an ATX12V power supply. -
Page 38: 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 24. Figure 18 shows the location of the internal headers and connectors for Intel Desktop Board DG41AN. Figure 18. Internal Headers and Connectors... -
Page 39: Front Panel Audio Header
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Front Panel Audio Header The front panel audio header shown in Figure 18, A on page 38 supports both Intel HD Audio and AC’97 Audio. Table 6 shows the pin assignments and signal names for Intel HD Audio and Table 7 shows the pin assignments and signal names for AC’97 Audio. -
Page 40: Serial Port Header
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide Serial Port Header See Figure 18, C on page 38 for the location of the serial port header. Table 9 shows the pin assignments for the serial port header. Table 9. Serial Port Header Signal Names... -
Page 41: Alternate Front Panel Power Led Header
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Figure 18, E on page 38 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 42: Connecting To The Back Panel Audio Connectors
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide Connecting to the Back Panel Audio Connectors After the audio driver has been installed, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. Figure 19 shows the back panel audio connectors. The default connector assignments are shown in the figure. Refer to Table 4 on page 16 for audio connector retasking information. -
Page 43: Connecting Chassis Fan And Power Supply Cables
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables Connecting a Chassis Fan Cable Connect your chassis fan cable to the 3-pin chassis fan header on the Desktop Board. Figure 20 shows the location of the chassis fan header. Figure 20. -
Page 44: Connecting Power Supply Cables
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide Connecting 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. -
Page 45: 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 46: Clearing Passwords
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN 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. -
Page 47: Replacing The Battery
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. - Page 48 Intel Desktop Board DG41AN 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.
- Page 49 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...
- Page 50 Intel Desktop Board DG41AN 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.
- Page 51 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To replace the battery, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" (see page 24). 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.
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Page 52: Updating The Bios
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. -
Page 53: Updating The Bios With The Iso Image Bios Update File Or The Iflash Memory Update Utility
Intel Flash Memory Update Utility You can obtain either of these files through your computer supplier or by navigating to the Intel Desktop Board DG41AN page on the Intel World Wide Web site at http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support?iid=hdr+support Navigate to the Intel Desktop Board DG41AN page, click “Latest BIOS,” and select the... -
Page 54: Updating The Bios With The Iso Image Bios Update File
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. -
Page 55: Updating The Bios With The Iflash Memory Update Utility
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. -
Page 56: A Error Messages And Indicators
A Error Messages and Indicators Intel Desktop Board DG41AN 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... -
Page 57: Bios Error Messages
Error Messages and Indicators Table 15. 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 second, then off for 0.5 second. The pattern repeats until the BIOS update is complete. -
Page 58: B Regulatory Compliance
Product Ecology statements • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations • Product certifications Safety Standards Intel Desktop Board DG41AN complies with the safety standards stated in Table 17 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 17. Safety Standards Regulation Title CSA/UL 60950-1 Information Technology Equipment –... -
Page 59: European Union Declaration Of Conformity Statement
Regulatory Compliance European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel ® Desktop Board DG41AN 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). -
Page 60: 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 to return used products to selected locations for proper recycling. - Page 61 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 62 Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide 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.
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Page 63: China Rohs
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 DG41AN is shown in Figure 24. Figure 24. Intel Desktop Board DG41AN China RoHS Material... -
Page 64: Emc Regulations
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide EMC Regulations Intel Desktop Board DG41AN complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 18 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 18. EMC Regulations Regulation Title FCC 47 CFR Part 15,... -
Page 65: Canadian Department Of Communications Compliance Statement
• 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. -
Page 66: Korea Class B Statement
Intel Desktop Board DG41AN Product Guide 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. -
Page 67: Product Certifications
Regulatory Compliance Product Certifications Board-Level Certifications Intel Desktop Board DG41AN has the regulatory compliance marks shown in Table 19. Table 19. Regulatory Compliance Marks Description Mark UL joint US/Canada Recognized Component mark. Includes adjacent UL file number for Intel Desktop Boards: E210882. -
Page 68: Chassis- And Component-Level Certifications
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 B requirements. - Page 69 Regulatory Compliance...