The Intel Desktop Board DH87MC may contain design defects or errors known as errata that may cause the product to deviate from published specifications.
Current characterized errata are documented in the Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Specification Update.
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Part Number: G94453-001-001 The Intel Desktop Board DH87MC may contain design defects or errors known as errata that may cause the product to deviate from published specifications. Current characterized errata are documented in the Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Specification Update.
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Board Identification Information Basic Desktop Board DH87MC Identification Information AA Revision BIOS Revision Notes G74242-401 MCH8710H.86A.0043 Notes: The AA number is found on a small label on the component side of the board. The H87 chipset used on this AA revision consists of the following component:...
Intended Audience The TPS is intended to provide detailed, technical information about Intel Desktop Board DH87MC and its components to the vendors, system integrators, and other engineers and technicians who need this level of information. It is specifically not intended for general audiences.
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Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Other Common Notation Used after a signal name to identify an active-low signal (such as USBP0#) Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) GB/s Gigabytes per second Gb/s Gigabits per second Kilobyte (1024 bytes) Kilobit (1024 bits)
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14. Location of the Jumper ..............54 15. Board Dimensions ................56 16. Localized High Temperature Zones ............. 59 17. Intel Visual BIOS Screen ..............63 18. Intel Desktop Board DH87MC China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table ................86 Tables Feature Summary ................11 Components Shown in Figure 1 ............
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12. Wake-up Devices and Events ............. 34 13. Component-side Connectors and Headers Shown in Figure 9 ....43 14. Front Panel Audio Connector for Intel HD Audio ........44 15. Front Panel Audio Connector for AC ’97 Audio ........44 16.
― Integrated memory controller with dual channel DDR3 memory support ― Integrated graphics processing ― External graphics interface controller • Integrated graphics support for processors with Intel HD Graphics: Graphics ― High Definition Multimedia Interface* (HDMI*) v1.4a ― DVI-I v1.0 ―...
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― One single-port internal header for front panel cabling ― One port is reserved for the PCI Express Full-/Half-Mini Card slot • Five Serial ATA (SATA) 6.0 Gb/s ports Audio 10-channel (8 + 2) Intel High Definition Audio via the Realtek* ALC892 audio codec LAN Support ®...
Product Description 1.1.2 Board Layout Figure 1 shows the location of the major components on Intel Desktop Board DH87MC. Figure 1. Major Board Components...
95 W Thermal Design Power (TDP). The processors listed above are only supported when falling within the wattage requirements of Intel Desktop Board DH87MC. See the Intel web site listed below for the most up-to-date list of supported processors. For information about…...
Product Description 1.3.1 Processor Graphics Subsystem The board supports graphics through either the processor Intel HD Graphics or a PCI Express x16 add-in graphics card. The board supports integrated graphics for processors with Intel HD Graphics. ® ® 1.3.1.1 Intel...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 1.3.1.3 High Definition Multimedia Interface* (HDMI*) The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is provided for transmitting uncompressed digital audio and video signals to television sets, projectors and other video displays. It can carry high quality multi-channel audio data and all standard and high-definition consumer electronics video formats.
1.3.1.8 PCI Express Graphics generation Intel Core processors support PCI Express 3.0, 2.x, and 1.x: PCI Express 3.0 with a raw bit rate of 8.0 GT/s results in an effective bandwidth of •...
H87 Express Chipset Intel H87 Express Chipset with Direct Media Interface (DMI) interconnect provides interfaces to the processor and USB, SATA, LPC, LAN, and PCI Express. The Intel H87 Express Chipset is a centralized controller for the board’s I/O paths.
4 Gbit 512 M x8/512 M x8 Note: “DS” refers to double-sided memory modules (containing two rows of SDRAM) and “SS” refers to single-sided memory modules (containing one row of SDRAM). For information about… Refer to: Tested Memory http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb /CS-025414.htm...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 1.5.1 Memory Configurations generation Intel Core processors support the following types of memory organization: Dual channel (Interleaved) mode. This mode offers the highest throughput for • real world applications. Dual channel mode is enabled when the installed memory capacities of both DIMM channels are equal.
Product Description Figure 3 illustrates the memory channel and DIMM configuration. Figure 3. Memory Channel and DIMM Configuration NOTE For best memory performance always install memory in the blue DIMM sockets if installing only two DIMMs on your board.
5 Gb/s. The controller supports SuperSpeed (SS), high-speed (HS), full-speed (FS), and low-speed (LS) traffic on the bus. The Intel H87 Express Chipset provides the USB controller for the USB 2.0/3.0 ports. The port arrangement is as follows: USB 3.0 ports: •...
SSD performance levels. For more information on Intel Smart Response Technology, go to http://www.intel.com/support/chipsets/sb/CS-032826.htm NOTE In order to use supported RAID and Intel Smart Response Technology features, you must first enable RAID in the BIOS.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Real-Time Clock Subsystem 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. When the computer is plugged in, the standby current from the power supply extends the life of the battery.
Product Description Audio Subsystem The board supports Intel HD Audio via the Realtek ALC892 audio codec. The audio subsystem supports the following features: Advanced jack sense for the back panel audio jacks that enables the audio codec to • recognize the device that is connected to an audio port.
• Realtek ALC892 audio codec • Front panel audio header that supports Intel HD audio and AC ’97 audio (a 2 x 5- • pin header that provides mic in and line out signals for front panel audio connectors) (yellow) S/PDIF digital audio out header (1 x 4-pin header) (yellow) •...
Provides lower power usage to meet ENERGY STAR 5.2 and ErP specifications • 1.9.2 LAN Subsystem Software LAN software and drivers are available from Intel’s World Wide Web site. For information about Refer to Obtaining LAN software and drivers http://downloadcenter.intel.com 1.9.3...
, and PCH V • SMBus interface • 1.10.2 Fan Monitoring ® Fan monitoring can be implemented using Intel Desktop Utilities or third-party software. For information about Refer to The functions of the fan headers Section 1.11.2.2, page 36 1.10.3...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 1.10.4 Thermal Monitoring Figure 6 shows the locations of the thermal sensors and fan headers. Item Description Rear chassis fan header Voltage regulator thermal sensor Thermal diode, located on the processor die Processor fan header...
Product Description 1.11 Power Management Power management is implemented at several levels, including: Software support through Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) • Hardware support • 1.11.1 Software Support (ACPI) ACPI gives the operating system direct control over the power management and Plug and Play functions of a computer.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Table 11. Power States and Targeted System Power Processor Targeted System Global States Sleeping States States Device States Power (Note 1) G0 – working S0 – working C0 – working D0 – working Full power >...
Product Description 1.11.2 Hardware Support CAUTION Ensure that the power supply provides adequate +5 V standby current if LAN wake capabilities and Instantly Available PC technology features are used. Failure to do so can damage the power supply. The total amount of standby current required depends on the wake devices supported and manufacturing options.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 1.11.2.2 Fan Headers The function/operation of the fan headers is as follows: The fans are on when the board is in the S0 state • The fans are off when the board is off or in the S3, S4, or S5 state •...
Product Description its last known wake state. Table 12 on page 34 lists the devices and events that can wake the computer from the S3 state. The board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification. Add-in boards that also support this specification can participate in power management and can be used to wake the computer.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 3. During the next power on, a message will be displayed on the screen to notify the user that the power supply voltage rails have deviated outside the current ATX power supply specification and safe operating levels.
Technical Reference Memory Resources 2.1.1 Addressable Memory The board utilizes 32 GB of addressable system memory. Typically the address space that is allocated for Conventional PCI bus add-in cards, PCI Express configuration space, BIOS (SPI Flash device), and chipset overhead resides above the top of DRAM (total system memory).
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Connectors and Headers CAUTION Only the following connectors and headers have overcurrent protection: back panel and front panel USB. The other internal connectors and headers are not overcurrent protected and should connect only to devices inside the computer’s chassis, such as fans and internal peripherals.
Technical Reference 2.2.1 Back Panel Connectors Figure 8 shows the location of the back panel connectors for the board. Item Description USB 2.0 connectors USB 2.0 connectors DisplayPort connector DVI-I connector HDMI connector LAN port USB 3.0 connectors Rear surround Center channel and LFE (subwoofer) S/PDIF out (optical) Line-in...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 2.2.2 Component-side Connectors and Headers Figure 9 shows the locations of the component-side connectors and headers. Figure 9. Component-side Connectors and Headers...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 2.2.2.1 Signal Tables for the Connectors and Headers Table 14. Front Panel Audio Connector for Intel HD Audio Signal Name Signal Name [Port 1] Left channel Ground [Port 1] Right channel PRESENCE# (Dongle present)
Technical Reference Table 18. Front Panel USB 3.0 Connector Signal Name Description Vbus Power IntA_P1_SSRX− USB 3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Rx− IntA_P1_SSRX+ USB 3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Rx+ Ground IntA_P1_SSTX− USB 3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Tx− IntA_P1_SSTX+ USB 3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Tx+ Ground IntA_P1_D−...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Table 21. Processor, Front, and Rear Chassis (4-Pin) Fan Headers Signal Name (Note) Ground +12 V FAN_TACH FAN_CONTROL Note: These fan headers use Pulse Width Modulation control for fan speed. Table 22. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header...
Technical Reference Table 25. PCI Express Full-/Half-Mini Card Connector Signal Name Additional Signal Name Signal Name WAKE# 3.3 V Reserved Reserved 1.5 V CLKREQ# Reserved Reserved REFCLK- Reserved REFCLK+ Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved PERST# PERn0 +3.3 V aux PERp0 +1.5 V SMB_CLK PETn0...
Main power – a 2 x 12 connector. This connector is compatible with 2 x 10 • connectors previously used on Intel Desktop boards. The board supports the use of ATX12V power supplies with either 2 x 10 or 2 x 12 main power cables. When using a power supply with a 2 x 10 main power cable, attach that cable to the main power connector, leaving pins 11, 12, 23, and 24 unconnected.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 2.2.2.4 Front Panel Connector This section describes the functions of the front panel header. Table 28 lists the signal names of the front panel header. Figure 10 is a connection diagram for the front panel header.
Technical Reference 2.2.2.4.3 Power/Sleep LED Pins 2 and 4 can be connected to a one- or two-color LED. Table 29 shows the possible states for a one-color LED. Table 30 shows the possible states for a two-color LED. Table 29. States for a One-Color Power LED LED State Description Power off/sleeping...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 2.2.2.6 Front Panel Connectors and Headers Figure 11, Figure 12, and Figure 13 are connection diagrams for the front panel USB connectors and headers. NOTE The +5 V DC power on the USB connectors is fused.
The CIR feature is made up of the receiving (receiver) header. The receiving header consists of a filtered translated infrared input compliant with Microsoft CIR specifications. Customers are required to buy or create their own interface modules to connect to Intel Desktop Boards for this feature to work.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification BIOS Security Jumper CAUTION Do not move the jumper with the power on. Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before changing a jumper setting. Otherwise, the board could be damaged.
(followed by the Power Button Menu selections): Suppress this menu until the BIOS Security Jumper is replaced. Clear BIOS User and Supervisor Passwords. Reset Intel AMT to default factory settings. Clear Trusted Platform Module. See Section 3.9.3 Power Button Menu.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Mechanical Considerations 2.4.1 Form Factor The board is designed to fit into an ATX-form-factor chassis. Figure 15 illustrates the mechanical form factor for the board. Dimensions are given in inches [millimeters]. The outer dimensions are 9.60 inches by 12.0 inches [243.84 millimeters by 304.80 millimeters].
+12 V2DC and recommends 0A. This is to prevent Power Supply Unit (PSU) protection from triggering during minimum loading. Intel recommends that system integrators and builders check the latest list of tested PSUs to find out which are capable of supporting the 4 generation Intel Core processor.
Failure to ensure appropriate airflow may result in reduced performance of both the processor and/or voltage regulator or, in some instances, damage to the board. For a list of chassis that have been tested with Intel desktop boards please refer to the following website: http://www3.intel.com/cd/channel/reseller/asmo-na/eng/tech_reference/53211.htm...
(shown in Figure 16) can reach a temperature of up to 120 C in an open chassis. Figure 16 shows the locations of the localized high temperature zones. Item Description Processor voltage regulator area Processor Intel H87 Express Chipset Figure 16. Localized High Temperature Zones...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Table 34 provides maximum case temperatures for the components that are sensitive to thermal changes. The operating temperature, current load, or operating frequency could affect case temperatures. Maximum case temperatures are important when considering proper airflow to cool the board.
50% electrical stress, 55 ºC ambient. The MTBF prediction is used to estimate repair rates and spare parts requirements. The MTBF data is calculated from predicted data at 55 ºC. The MTBF for the Intel Desktop Board DH87MC is 35,035 hours. Environmental Table 35 lists the environmental specifications for the board.
Overview of BIOS Features Introduction The board uses an Intel Visual BIOS that is stored in the Serial Peripheral Interface Flash Memory (SPI Flash) and can be updated using a disk-based program. The SPI Flash contains the Visual BIOS Setup program, POST, the PCI auto-configuration utility, LAN EEPROM information, and Plug and Play support.
Selects an item (Moves the cursor up or down) <Tab> Selects a field (Not implemented) Mouse Allows control of all options and slider controls in Intel Visual BIOS <Enter> Executes command or selects the submenu <F9> Load the default configuration values for the current menu <F10>...
Overview of BIOS Features Resource Configuration 3.3.1 PCI Express Autoconfiguration The BIOS can automatically configure PCI Express devices. PCI Express devices may be onboard or add-in cards. Autoconfiguration lets a user insert or remove PCI Express cards without having to configure the system. When a user turns on the system after adding a PCI Express card, the BIOS automatically configures interrupts, the I/O space, and other system resources.
Similar to performing a BIOS Recovery without removing the BIOS configuration jumper. Intel Visual BIOS Update Utility allows the user to select the BIOS .bio file from the • internet, USB device, hard disk drive, or other media.
The Intel Integrator’s Toolkit version 5 that is available from Intel can be used to create a custom splash screen. NOTE If you add a custom splash screen, it will share space with the Intel branded logo. For information about Refer to Intel Integrator Toolkit http://www.intel.com/go/itk...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Boot Options In the BIOS Setup program, the user can choose to boot from a hard drive, optical drive, removable drive, or the network. The default setting is for the optical drive to be the first boot device, the hard drive second, removable drive third, and the network fourth.
It is possible to optimize the boot process to the point where the system boots so quickly that the Intel logo screen (or a custom logo splash screen) will not be seen. Monitors and hard disk drives with minimum initialization times can also contribute to a boot time that might be so fast that necessary logo screens and POST messages cannot be seen.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 3.9.3 Power Button Menu The Power Button Menu can be accessed during power on if the user presses the power button and holds it down until three short beep sounds are emitted by the board piezoelectric speaker.
A manual power cycle will be required to resume system operation. NOTE As implemented on DH87MC, Hard Disk Drive Password Security is only supported on SATA port 0. The passwords are stored on the hard disk drive so if the drive is relocated to another SATA port or computer that does not support Hard Disk Drive Password Security feature, the drive will not be accessible.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification For enhanced security, use different passwords for the supervisor and user • passwords. Valid password characters are A-Z, a-z, and 0-9. Passwords may be up to • 19 characters in length. Table 41 shows the effects of setting the supervisor password and user password.
Overview of BIOS Features 3.12 BIOS Performance Features The BIOS includes the following options to provide custom performance enhancements when using 4 generation Intel Core processors in an LGA1150 socket. Processor maximum non-turbo ratio (processor multiplier can only be adjusted • down) Processor turbo ratio adjustment •...
BIOS Error Codes and Messages BIOS Error Codes The BIOS provides two types of Error Code indications during POST: Beep codes • Blink codes • 4.1.1 BIOS Beep Codes Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board’s speaker (Figure 1, J) to beep an error code describing the problem (see Table 42).
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 4.1.2 Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board’s front panel power LED to blink an error code describing the problem (see Table 43).
Error Messages and Beep Codes Port 80h Power On Self Test (POST) Codes During the POST, the BIOS generates diagnostic progress codes (POST codes) to I/O port 80h. If the POST fails, execution stops and the last POST code generated is left at port 80h.
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Table 46. Port 80h POST Codes Port 80 Code Progress Code Enumeration ACPI S States 0x00,0x01,0x02,0x03,0x04,0x05 Entering S0, S2, S3, S4, or S5 state 0x10,0x20,0x30,0x40,0x50 Resuming from S2, S3, S4, S5 Security Phase (SEC)
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Error Messages and Beep Codes Table 46. Port 80h POST Codes (continued) Port 80 Code Progress Code Enumeration PEI after MRC 0x2A Start to Program MTRR Settings 0x2B Done Programming MTRR Settings PEIMs/Recovery 0x31 Crisis Recovery has initiated 0x33 Loading recovery capsule 0x34 Start recovery capsule/ valid capsule is found CPU Initialization...
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Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification Table 46. Port 80h POST Codes (continued) Port 80 Code Progress Code Enumeration 0x60 BDS driver entry point initialize 0x61 BDS service routine entry point (can be called multiple times) 0x62 BDS Step2...
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Error Messages and Beep Codes Table 46. Port 80h POST Codes (continued) Port 80 Code Progress Code Enumeration Removable Media 0xB8 Resetting removable media 0xB9 Disabling removable media 0xBA Detecting presence of a removable media (IDE, CDROM detection etc.) 0xBB Enabling/configuring a removable media DXE Core 0xE4...
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards • Product certification markings • 5.1.1 Safety Standards Intel Desktop Board DH87MC complies with the safety standards stated in Table 48 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 48. Safety Standards Standard Title CSA/UL 60950-1 Information Technology Equipment –...
European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement ® We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel Desktop Board DH87MC is in conformity with all applicable essential requirements necessary for CE marking, following the provisions of the European Council Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC Directive), 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage Directive), and 2002/95/EC (ROHS Directive).
Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information Portuguese Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva Européia 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC. Español Este producto cumple con las normas del Directivo Europeo 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC. Slovensky Tento produkt je v súlade s ustanoveniami európskych direktív 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC a 2002/95/EC.
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 DH87MC is shown in Figure 18. Figure 18. Intel Desktop Board DH87MC China RoHS Material...
Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information 5.1.5 EMC Regulations Intel Desktop Board DH87MC complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 49 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 49. EMC Regulations Regulation Title FCC 47 CFR Part 15,...
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• 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.
ENERGY STAR requirements. Intel has worked directly with these two governmental agencies in the definition of new requirements. Intel Desktop Board DH87MC allows for a compliant system built to meet the following program requirements, including appropriate selection of an efficient power supply: ENERGY STAR v5.2, category B...
Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 5.1.7 Regulatory Compliance Marks (Board Level) Intel Desktop Board DH87MC has the regulatory compliance marks shown in Table 50. Table 50. Regulatory Compliance Marks Description Mark UL joint US/Canada Recognized Component mark. Includes adjacent UL file number for Intel Desktop Boards: E210882.
Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information Battery Disposal Information CAUTION Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries should be recycled where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in accordance with local environmental regulations. PRÉCAUTION Risque d'explosion si la pile usagée est remplacée par une pile de type incorrect.
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Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification PRECAUCIÓN Existe peligro de explosión si la pila no se cambia de forma adecuada. Utilice solamente pilas iguales o del mismo tipo que las recomendadas por el fabricante del equipo. Para deshacerse de las pilas usadas, siga igualmente las instrucciones del fabricante.
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Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information AWAS Risiko letupan wujud jika bateri digantikan dengan jenis yang tidak betul. Bateri sepatutnya dikitar semula jika boleh. Pelupusan bateri terpakai mestilah mematuhi peraturan alam sekitar tempatan. OSTRZEŻENIE Istnieje niebezpieczeństwo wybuchu w przypadku zastosowania niewłaściwego typu baterii.
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Intel Desktop Board DH87MC Technical Product Specification 小心 如果更換的電池類型不正確,可能會有爆炸的危險。請盡可能將電池送至回收處。請依照當地的環保 規範來處理使用過的電池。 주의 배터리를 잘못된 종류로 교체할 경우 폭발 위험이 있습니다. 가능한 경우 배터리는 재활용해야 하며, 수명이 다한 배터리를 폐기할 때는 각 지역의 환경법을 따라야 합니다. THẬN TRỌNG Có nguy cơ xảy ra nổ nếu thay pin không đúng loại. Pin cần được tái chế nếu có thể...
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Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information...