Intel may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice. Desktop Board DQ33HS may contain design defects or errors known as errata which may cause the product to deviate from published specifications. Current characterized errata are available on request.
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 DQ33HS 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 Supported Operating Systems................11 Desktop Board Components.................12 Processor......................14 Main Memory.....................14 ® Intel Q33 Express Chipset .................15 Intel Q33 Graphics Subsystem..............16 ® Intel GMA 3100 Graphics Controller............16 Audio Subsystem ....................17 Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller ..............18 LAN Subsystem ....................18 LAN Status LEDs..................19 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support ..................19...
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Connecting to the Internal Headers ..............47 Connecting to the HD Audio Link Header ............48 ® Installing a Front Panel Audio Solution for Intel High Definition Audio ....48 Connecting to the Chassis Intrusion Header............49 Connecting to the Serial Port Header .............49 Connecting to the Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header.......50...
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25. Connecting Power Supply Cables ..............53 26. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block ..........54 27. Removing the Battery ...................61 28. Desktop Board DQ33HS China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table ....77 Tables 1. Feature Summary..................9 2. Desktop Board DQ33HS Components ..............13 3.
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Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide 10. USB 2.0 Header Signal Names................51 11. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes..........55 12. Beep Codes ....................67 13. BIOS Error Messages ..................67 14. Safety Standards..................69 15. Lead-Free Second Level Interconnect Marks .............75 16.
1 Desktop Board Features ® This chapter briefly describes the features of Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS. Table 1 summarizes the major features of the Desktop Board. Table 1. Feature Summary microATX (243.84 millimeters [9.60 inches] x 243.84 millimeters Form Factor [9.60 inches])
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• Three fan sensing inputs used to monitor fan activity • Voltage sensing to detect out of range values Related Links: For more information about Desktop Board DQ33HS, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to: http://www.intel.com/cd/channel/reseller/asmo-na/eng/368133.htm...
Desktop Board Features Supported Operating Systems The Desktop Board supports the following operating systems: • Microsoft Windows Vista* Ultimate • Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise • Microsoft Windows Vista Business • Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium • Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic •...
Desktop Board may result in damage to the board, or the system may not function properly. Desktop Board DQ33HS supports an Intel processor in the LGA775 package. Processors are not included with the Desktop Board and must be purchased separately.
DMI interconnect. The component also provides integrated graphics capabilities supporting 3D, 2D, and display capabilities. ICH9 is a centralized controller for the board’s I/O paths. Related Links: Go to the following link for more information about the Intel Q33 Express Chipset: http://developer.intel.com/products/chipsets/index.htm...
⎯ DDC2B compliant interface with Advanced Digital Display 2 card or Media Expansion Card (ADD2/MEC), support for TV-out/TV-in and DVI digital display connections NOTE A minimum of 512 MB of system memory is required in order for the Intel GMA 3100 graphics controller to operate properly.
A signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of ≤95 dB playback quality and ≤90 dB recording quality • Independent stereo audio playback from back panel connectors and the Intel High Definition Audio front panel header Related Links: Go to the following pages for more information about: •...
PCI power management support LAN Subsystem The LAN subsystem includes: • Intel ICH9 • Intel 82566DM Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) Ethernet LAN controller • RJ-45 LAN connector with integrated LAN status LEDs The subsystem also features: • CSMA/CD protocol engine •...
Desktop Board Features LAN Status LEDs Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see Figure 2). These LEDs indicate the status of the LAN. Figure 2. LAN Status LEDs Table 3 describes the LED states when the board is powered up and the LAN subsystem is operating.
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide Enhanced IDE Interface The board’s IDE interface handles the exchange of information between the processor and peripheral devices such as hard disk drives and CD-ROM drives. The interface supports: • Up to two IDE devices (such as hard drives) •...
For information about enabling and activating the TPM, refer to the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Quick Reference Guide. Hardware Management Features The hardware management features of Desktop Board DQ33HS enable the board to be compatible with the Wired for Management (WfM) specification. The board has several hardware management features including the following: •...
• Intel Quiet System Technology fan speed control, delivering acoustically-optimized thermal management NOTE Memory must be installed in the Channel A, DIMM 0 socket to enable Intel Quiet System Technology. • Fan speed controllers and sensors integrated into ICH9 •...
Desktop Board Features ACPI ACPI gives the operating system direct control over the power management and Plug and Play functions of a computer. The use of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an operating system that provides full ACPI support. Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can turn off the computer power through system...
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide LAN Wake Capabilities CAUTION For LAN wake capabilities, the 5 V standby line for the power supply must be capable of delivering adequate +5 V standby current. Failure to provide adequate standby current when using this feature can damage the power supply.
Desktop Board Features +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. Failure to do so could damage the board and any attached devices. The Desktop Board’s standby power indicator (green LED), shown in Figure 3, is lit when there is standby power still present on the board even when the computer appears to be off.
ENERGY STAR* Capable The US Department of Energy and the US Environmental Protection Agency have recently revised the ENERGY STAR requirements. Intel worked directly with these governmental agencies to define the new requirements. Currently, Intel Desktop Boards are capable of meeting the new ENERGY STAR requirements depending upon system configuration.
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 DQ33HS 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.
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 Desktop Board DQ33HS. Figure 5. Desktop Board DQ33HS Mounting Screw Hole Locations...
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 DQ33HS 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.
Figure 11. Close the Load Plate Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink Desktop Board DQ33HS 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...
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.
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 DQ33HS 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 Guidelines for Dual Channel Memory Configuration Before installing DIMMs, read and follow these guidelines for dual channel configuration. Two or Four DIMMs Install a matched pair of DIMMs equal in speed and size (see Figure 13) in DIMM 0 (blue) of channels A and B.
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide 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.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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...
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide NOTE Memory must be installed in the Channel A, DIMM 0 socket to enable Intel Quiet System Technology. To install a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 7. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket. 8. When the DIMM is inserted, push down on the top edge of the DIMM until the retaining clips snap into place. Make sure the clips are firmly in place. 9.
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide 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.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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 27. 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 27. • Attach the cable end with the single connector (blue) to the Intel Desktop Board (Figure 20, A). • Attach the cable end with the two closely spaced connectors (gray and black) to...
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide Connecting the Serial ATA (SATA) Cables SATA cables support the Serial ATA protocol. Each cable can be used to connect a single internal SATA drive to the Desktop Board. For correct cable function: 1. Observe the precaution in “Before You Begin” on page 27.
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 27. Figure 22 shows the location of the internal headers. Item Description Item Description HD Audio Link Front Panel...
Definition Audio Figure 22, 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 Intel High Definition Audio Header Signal Names Signal Name Signal Name...
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To install the cable that connects the front panel audio solution to the front panel audio header, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord.
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide Connecting to the Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Figure 22, F on page 47 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.
USB device. Connecting to the Audio System After installing the RealTek audio driver from the Intel Express Installer DVD-ROM, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. Figure 23 shows the back panel audio connectors. The default connector assignments are shown in the table.
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide NOTE The back panel audio line out connector is designed to power either headphones or amplified speakers only. Poor audio quality may occur if passive (non-amplified) speakers are connected to this output. Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply...
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Supply Power 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.
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide 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.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Table 11. 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.
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide Clearing Passwords This procedure assumes that the board is installed in the computer and the configuration jumper block is set to normal mode. 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27.
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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. When the computer is plugged in, the standby current from the power supply extends the life of the battery.
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Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS 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 VIGYAZAT 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 DQ33HS 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...
Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To replace the battery, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" (see page 27). 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 Integrator Toolkit Configuration File (optional) • Intel Flash Memory Update Utility You can obtain either of these from the Intel World Wide Web site. Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File ® The ISO Image BIOS update allows for the update of an Intel...
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 or USB flash drive with the .BIO file in the root directory will be required. Related Links: For more information about updating the Intel Desktop Board BIOS or recovering from a BIOS update failure, go to: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-022312.htm...
A Error Messages and Indicators Desktop Board DQ33HS 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.
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel ® Desktop Board DQ33HS 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.
FLI is acceptable because of the RoHS "flip chip" or "die bump" interconnect exemption. Desktop Board DQ33HS is a lead-free second level interconnect product. Table 15 shows the lead-free second level interconnect marks as they appear on the board and accompanying collateral.
The maximum concentrations allowed are 0.1% or 1000 ppm (except for cadmium, which is limited to 0.01% or 100 ppm) by weight of homogeneous material. Desktop Board DQ33HS complies with these restrictions. China RoHS “China RoHS” is the term used by industry generally to describe legislation implemented by the Ministry of Information Industry (MII) in the People's Republic of China for the control of pollution by electronic information products (EIP).
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Desktop Boards has been determined to be 10 years. The China MII also stipulates that a material Self Declaration Table (SDT) must be included in a product’s user documentation. The SDT for Desktop Board DQ33HS is shown in Figure 28.
Intel Desktop Board DQ33HS Product Guide EMC Regulations Desktop Board DQ33HS complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 17 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 17. EMC Regulations Regulation (Class B) Title FCC 47 CFR Part 15,...
Regulatory Compliance 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. Pay close attention to the following when reading the installation instructions for the host chassis, power supply, and other modules: •...
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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