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USER'S MANUAL
Of
Intel P45 Express Chipset
And
Intel ICH10 Chipset
Based
M/B for LGA775 Quad Core Ready
Intel Core Processor Family
MB Model: PXP45
Manual: Rev: 1.0
Release date: Sep
2009
，
Trademark:
* Specifications and Information contained in this documentation are furnished for information use only, and are subject to
change at any time without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by manufacturer.
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- Page 1 USER'S MANUAL Intel P45 Express Chipset Intel ICH10 Chipset Based M/B for LGA775 Quad Core Ready Intel Core Processor Family MB Model: PXP45 Manual: Rev: 1.0 Release date: Sep 2009 ， Trademark: * Specifications and Information contained in this documentation are furnished for information use only, and are subject to...
- Page 2 Environmental Protection Announcement Do not dispose this electronic device into the trash while discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure environment protection of mother earth, please recycle.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENT USER’S NOTICE........................iii MANUAL REVISION INFORMATION ................iii COOLING SOLUTIONS ......................iii CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION OF P45 EXPRESS AND ICH10 MOTHERBOARD FEATURES OF MOTHERBOARD ..................1 1-1.1 SPECIAL FEATURES OF MOTHERBOARD............ 2 SPECIFICATION........................4 PERFORMANCE LIST......................5 LAYOUT DIAGRAM ......................6 CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION HARDWARE INSTALLATION STEPS................ -
Page 4: User's Notice
USER’S NOTICE COPYRIGHT OF THIS MANUAL BELONGS TO THE MANUFACTURER. NO PART OF THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARES DESCRIBED IN IT MAY BE REPRODUCED, TRANSMITTED OR TRANSLATED INTO ANY LANGUAGE IN ANY FORM OR BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE MANUFACTURER. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS ALL INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR THE UTILIZATION OF P31 EXPRESS INTEL EDITION MOTHER-BOARDS TO MEET THE USER’S REQUIREMENTS. -
Page 5: Features Of Motherboard
Chapter 1 Introduction of P45 Express and ICH10 chipset based Motherboard Features of Motherboard The P45 Express and ICH10 chipset motherboard series are based on Intel P45 Express chipset and ICH10 chipsets technology which supports the innovative 45nm and 65nm Quad-Core, Dual-Core Intel®... -
Page 6: 1-1.1 Special Features Of Motherboard
Some special features---CPU Thermal Throttling/ CPU Smart Fan/ CPU Vcore X-shift/ G.P.I. Function/OC-CON/ WI-FI/Power On button/ Reset button in this motherboard are designed for power user to use the over-clocking function in more flexible ways. But please be caution that the over-clocking may cause the fails in system reliabilities. This motherboard provides the guaranteed performance and meets the demands of the next generation computing. - Page 7 WI-FI Technology--- (Wireless Fidelity) The full name is Wireless Fidelity. It has been used in notebook, mobile phone, PDA, Digital cameras and mobile Terminals widely. With WI-FI, We do not need to worry about the speed and high spending when we dialing long-distance calls, browsing web pages, receiving and sending E-mails as well as loading music and delivering digital photos.
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Page 8: Specification
Specification Spec Description ∗ ATX form factor 4 layers PCB size: 30.5x22.0cm Design ∗ Intel P45 Express Chipset Chipset ∗ Intel ICH10 chipset ∗ Support 45nm and 65nm Quad-Core, Dual-Core Intel® Core 2 CPU Socket Quad, Core 2 Duo processors, Intel® Celeron Dual Core LGA775 Conroe processors and Intel®... -
Page 9: Performance List
Performance List The following performance data list is the testing result of some popular benchmark testing programs. These data are just referred by users, and there is no responsibility for different testing data values gotten by users (the different Hardware & Software configuration will result in different benchmark testing results.) BIOS Rev: PXP45A01 Display Disk: Geforce 8800GTX 768MB... -
Page 10: Layout Diagram
Layout Diagram Line IN RJ-45 LAN RS-OUT Line Out PS/2Mouse SPDIF_OUT COM Port CS-OUT (Green) CMOS1 SS-OUT PS/2 Keyboard （Purple） MIC-IN CPU FAN PS2 KB/Mouse Port LGA775 Socket SPDIF_OUT. ATX 12V Power Connector CMOS1 DDR2 667/800 DIMM1, 2, 3, 4 PWS_LED3/4 COM Connector ATX Power Connector... - Page 11 Jumpers Jumper Name Description Page JBAT CMOS RAM Clear 3-pin Block Keyboard /Mouse/USB Power On Enabled/Disabled 3-pin Block USB Power On Enabled/Disabled 3-pin Block Connectors Connector Name Description Page ATXPWR ATX Power Connector 24-pin Block P.22 ATX12V ATX 12V Power Connector 8-pin Block P.23 CrossFire Power Connector...
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Page 12: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation WARNING! Turn off your power when adding or removing expansion cards or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both your motherboard and expansion cards. Hardware installation Steps Before using your computer, you had better complete the following steps: 1. -
Page 13: Install Cpu
(2) Keyboard /Mouse /USB function Enabled/Disabled: JP2 1-2 Closed KB Power ON Disable (Default) 2-3 Closed KB Power ON Enabled Keyboard/Mouse Power On Setting (3) USB Power On function Enabled/Disabled: JP3 JP2/ JP3 1-2 closed USB Power On Disable 2-3 closed USB Power On Enabled (Default) USB Power-On Setting Install CPU... -
Page 14: About Intel Lga775 Cpu
BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) - the program logic used to boot up a computer and establish the relationship between the various components. Driver - software, which defines the characteristics of a device for use by another device or other software. Processor - the "central processing unit"... -
Page 15: Lga 775 Cpu Installation Guide
2-3-3 LGA 775 CPU Installation Guide Please make sure that CPU socket is facing Remove the plastic protective cap from the socket. towards you and the level is on you left hand side. ( Put it to the original place if CPU is not installed . Do not touch the metal contact point of the CPU socket). -
Page 16: Intel Reference Thermal Solution Assembly
Put down the load plate. Press down the load level and move it rightwards make sure it is locked under the notch. 2-3-4 Intel Reference Thermal Solution Assembly Align fastener with the hole Put the heat sink vertically above the CP-installed 2．... -
Page 17: Install Memory
Install Memory This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR2 DUAL INLINE MEMORY MODULES (DIMM) socket for DDR2 memory expansion available from minimum memory volume of 128MB to maximum memory volume of 16GB. Valid Memory Configurations Bank 240-Pin DIMM PCS Maximum Capacity Bank 0, 1 (DIMM1) DDR2 667 /DDR2 800 Bank 2, 3 (DIMM2) -
Page 18: Expansion Cards
Expansion Cards 2-5-1 Procedure For Expansion Card Installation 1. Read the documentation for your expansion card and make any necessary hardware or software setting for your expansion card such as jumpers. 2. Remove your computer’s cover and the bracket plate on the slot you intend to use. 3. -
Page 19: Pci-Express Slot
2-5-3 PCI Express Slot The P45 Express chipset Based motherboard series offer one PCI-Express x16by16lane graphics slot that offers 8 Gbyte/sec data transfer rate at each relative direction which get 7 times of bandwidth more than AGP8X(Only when you insert Switch Card into PE4 Slot, PE1 can reach the speed. - Page 20 ROW1 ROW2 ROW1 ROW2 ROW1 ROW2 3.3V 3.3V 3.3V -12V Soft Power On Power OK +5V (for Soft Logic) +12V +12V Pin 1 Pin 1 24-Pin 20-Pin (2) ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin block) : ATX12V This is a new defined 8-pin connector that usually comes with ATX Power Supply. The ATX Power Supply which fully supports LGA775 processor must including this connector for support extra 12V voltage to maintain system power consumption.
- Page 21 (3) J1 Power Connector: The Connector is used for supplying extra voltage when the motherboard running CrossFire Function (4) PS/2 Mouse & PS/2 Keyboard Connector: KB The connectors are for PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 Mouse input devices. (5) USB Port connector: from USB1, UL1 The connectors are 4-pin connectors that connect USB devices with the 400Mbit / sec data transfer rate to the system board.
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Page 22: Headers
(10) Serial-ATA Port connectors: SATA1 / SATA2 / SATA3/ SATA4 / SATA5 / SATA6 These connectors support the provided Serial ATA and Serial ATA2 IDE hard disk cable to connect the motherboard and serial ATA2 hard disk drives. SATA4 SATA1 SATA5 SATA2 SATA6... - Page 23 (3) Speaker connector: SPEAK This 4-pin connector connects to the case-mounted speaker. See the figure below. (4) Power LED: PWR LED The Power LED is light on while the system power is on. Connect the Power LED from the system case to this pin. (5) IDE Activity LED: HD LED This connector connects to the hard disk activity indicator light on the case.
- Page 24 (9) CD Audio-In Headers (4-pin) : CDIN CDIN are the connectors for CD-Audio Input signal. Please connect it to CD-ROM CD-Audio output connector. CDIN CD Audio-In Headers (10) Parallel Port Header: PARALLEL The onboard parallel port header is a 25-pin connector for connecting devices such as old-fashioned printer.
- Page 25 (12) WI-FI Header: WI-FI This header supports WI-FI Function. Connect the wireless local area network adapter to this header. It allows you to create a wireless environment and enjoy the convenience of wireless network connectivity. WI-FI Pin 1 ADAPTER WI-FI Headers (13) PWS_LED The LED is used for saving power for your computer.
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Page 26: Starting Up Your Computer
Starting Up Your Computer 1. After all connection is made, close your computer case cover. 2. Be sure all the switch are off, and check that the power supply input voltage is set to proper position, usually in-put voltage is 220V∼240V or 110V∼120V depending on your country’s voltage used. -
Page 27: Chapter 3 Introducing Bios
Chapter 3 Introducing BIOS The BIOS is a program located on a Flash Memory on the motherboard. This program is a bridge between motherboard and operating system. When you start the computer, the BIOS program will gain control. The BIOS first operates an auto-diagnostic test called POST (power on self test) for all the necessary hardware, it detects the entire hardware device and configures the parameters of the hardware synchronization. -
Page 28: The Main Menu
The Main Menu Once you enter AMI BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (Figure 3-1) will appear on the screen. The Main Menu allows you to select from 12 setup functions and 2 exit choices. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter the sub-menu. CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright(C)1985-2009 American Megatrends. -
Page 29: Standard Bios Features
Standard BIOS Features The items in Standard CMOS Setup Menu are divided into several categories. Each category includes no, one or more than one setup items. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then use the <+> or <-> and numerical keyboard keys to select the value you want in each item. -
Page 30: Advanced Bios Features
System Memory This item will show information about the memory modules(s) installed. Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright(C)1985-2009 American Megatrends. Inc. Advanced BIOS Features Virus Warning Disabled Help Item CPU Feature Press Enter Removable Drives Press Enter Specifies Boot Device Quick Power on self Test Enabled Boot Device... -
Page 31: Cpu Features
3-5-1 CPU Feature CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright(C)1985-2009 American Megatrends. Inc. CPU Feature Limit CPU Maxval Disabled Help Item C1E Function Enabled Execute-Disabled Bit Capabili Enabled Disabled for Windows XP Enhanced Intel Speedstep Tec Enabled ↑↓→←: Move Enter: Select +/-/: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1:General Help F5: Previous Values F6: Optimized Defaults F7: Standard Defaults C1E Function This should be enabled in order to enabled or disable the “Enhanced Halt State”. -
Page 32: Onboard Sata Device
3-7-1 Onboard SATA Device CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright(C)1985-2009 American Megatrends. Inc. Onboard SATA Functon SATA#1 Configuration Compatible Help Item Configue SATA#as Options SATA#2 Configuration Enhanced Disabled Compatible Enhanced ↑↓→←: Move Enter: Select +/-/: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1:General Help F5: Previous Values F6: Optimized Defaults F7: Standard Defaults SATA#1 Configuration The optional settings are: Disabled;... -
Page 33: Super Io Function
3-7-3 Onboard Super IO Function CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright(C)1985-2009 American Megatrends. Inc. Onboard Super IO Function Onboard Floppy Controller Enabled Help Item Serial Port2 Address Disabled Allow BIOS to Enable Parallel Port Address or Disable Floppy Parallel Port Mode Normal Controller ↑↓→←: Move Enter: Select +/-/: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1:General Help F5: Previous Values F6: Optimized Defaults F7: Standard Defaults Serial Port2 Address... -
Page 34: Pnp/Pci Configuration
3-9 PnP/PCI Configurations CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright(C)1985-2009 American Megatrends. Inc. PnP/PCI Configuration IRQ Resources Press Enter Help Item PCI/VGA Palette Snoop Disabled ↑↓→←: Move Enter: Select +/-/: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1:General Help F5: Previous Values F6: Optimized Defaults F7: Standard Defaults PCI/VGA Palette Snoop This item is designed to overcome problems that can be caused by some non-standard VGA cards. -
Page 35: Smart Fan Configuration
CPU Temperature/ System Temperature/CPUFAN/SYSFAN1 Speed/SYSFAN2 Speed /Vcore/NBCore/+5V/+12V/5VSB/DRAM Voltage/Vcc3V/3VSB/VBat This will show the CPU/ /System voltage chart and FAN Speed, etc. 3-10-1 Smart FAN Configuration CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright(C)1985-2009 American Megatrends. Inc. Smart FAN Configuration CPU FAN Smart Mode Enabled Help Item CPUFAN Full-Speed Temp Fan Configuration CPUFAN Idle Temp... -
Page 36: Password Setting
SB Core Select The optional settings are from 1.500V(Default)to 3.031V. CPU VTT Select The optional settings are from +1.91% to 120.09%. DRAM Voltage Select This item allows you to set DRAM voltage. Motherboards based on different chipset series have different voltage range. Host/PCI Clock at Next Boot This item allows user to set CPU/PCI clock frequency. -
Page 37: Load Standard /Optimized Defaults
3-13 Load Standard Defaults /Load Optimized Defaults Load Standard Defaults When you press <Enter> on this item, you get a confirmation dialog box with a message similar to: Load Standard Defaults? 【OK】 【Cancel】 Pressing <OK> loads the default values that are factory settings for stable performance system operations. -
Page 38: Chapter 4 Driver & Free Program Installation
Chapter 4 DRIVER & FREE PROGRAM INSTALLATION Check your package and there is A CD included. This CD consists of all DRIVERS you need and some free application programs and utility programs. In addition, this CD also include an auto detect software which can tell you which hardware is installed, and which DRIVERS needed so that your system can function properly. - Page 39 From MENU you may make as selections: 1. INF install Intel INF chipset system driver 2. LAN install Gigabit Ethernet NIC Driver 3. SOUND install ALC883 HD Audio Codec driver 4. AHCI install Intel AHCI Driver 5. BROWSE CD to browse the contents of the CD...
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Page 40: Inf: Install Intel Inf Chipset System Driver
4-1 INF: Install Intel INF Chipset System Driver Windows XP/ VISTA/ 7 Windows 2000... -
Page 41: Lan: Gigabit Ethernet Lan Driver
4-2 LAN: Gigabit Ethernet LAN Driver Windows XP/ VISTA/ 7 Windows 2000... -
Page 42: Sound: Install Alc883 Hd Audio Codec Driver
4-3 SOUND: Install ALC883 HD Audio Codec Driver Windows XP/ VISTA/ 7 Windows 2000... -
Page 43: Ahci: Install Intel Ahci Driver
4-4 AHCI: Install Intel AHCI Driver Windows XP/ VISTA/ 7 Intel AHCI Driver does not support Windows 2000... -
Page 44: How To Update Bios
4-5 How to Update BIOS Step 1. Prepare a bootable disk. (You may make one by click START click RUN type SYS click OK) Step 2. Download upgrade tools and the latest BIOS files of the motherboard from official website and then make a copy of it to your bootable disk after decompressing these files Step 3. -
Page 45: Function Led Display
4-6 G.P.I FUNCTION LED Display All lights off. It means the motherboard in the G.P.I mode. CPU works with the low power consumption. One light on. It means that there are two phases PWM are supplying the power. The computer is in the mode of saving energy. Two lights on.
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