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Intel AL440LX User Manual

Intel AL440LX
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AL440LX
Motherboard
Product Guide
Order Number: 680701-001

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Intel AL440LX Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandIntel
ModelAL440LX
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Revision History

Product Description

Features

Provides an overview of the AL440LX motherboard's technical specifications and capabilities.

Components

Identifies and illustrates the various components located on the AL440LX motherboard.

Back Panel I/O Connectors

Details the connectors found on the back panel of the motherboard and their functions.

Installing the Motherboard

Before You Begin

Outlines important precautions and safety guidelines before starting motherboard installation.

Installing a Processor

Step-by-step instructions for installing a CPU onto the motherboard.

Upgrading to a Boxed Pentium® II Processor

Instructions for preparing the motherboard to install a specific type of processor upgrade.

Removing the Installed Processor

Procedure for safely removing an already installed processor from the motherboard.

Removing the Heatsink Support Base

Detailed steps for detaching the heatsink support base using a special tool.

Upgrading the Processor

Guides the user to external documentation for processor upgrade instructions.

Installing Memory

Instructions for installing DIMM modules into the motherboard's memory sockets.

Removing Memory

Step-by-step guide on how to safely remove DIMM modules from the motherboard.

Replacing the Battery

Provides instructions and warnings for replacing the motherboard's CMOS battery.

Installing and Removing the Motherboard

Refers to the chassis manual for instructions on installing and removing the motherboard itself.

Configuring the Motherboard

Before You Begin

Outlines essential safety precautions and preparation steps before configuring the motherboard.

Configuration Modes

Describes the different modes available in the Setup program for configuration.

Setting the Processor Speed

Step-by-step guide to adjust the processor speed using the BIOS Setup.

Clearing the Passwords

Procedure for resetting BIOS passwords via the configuration header and Setup.

Using the Setup Program

Setup Menus

Overview of the different menu screens available within the BIOS Setup program.

Function Keys

Details the keyboard shortcuts and function keys used to navigate and operate the Setup program.

Maintenance Menu

Explains options for setting processor speed and clearing passwords in the Maintenance menu.

Main Menu

Describes the Main Menu options for system information and basic configuration.

Floppy Options Submenu

Configuration options for setting the capacity and type of floppy drives.

IDE Device Configuration Submenus

Settings for configuring primary and secondary IDE devices and their parameters.

Advanced Menu

Details advanced chipset features and configuration options available in Setup.

Resource Configuration Submenu

Allows configuration of memory blocks and IRQs for legacy ISA devices.

Peripheral Configuration Submenu

Settings for configuring serial ports, parallel ports, floppy controller, and onboard audio.

Keyboard Features Submenu

Options for customizing keyboard behavior like Numlock state and repeat rate.

Video Configuration Submenu

Settings related to video features, specifically Palette Snooping.

DMI Event Logging Submenu

Options for managing and viewing DMI event logs.

Security Menu

Configuration options for setting user and supervisor passwords and unattended start.

Power Menu

Settings for managing power features such as inactivity timer and hard drive power.

Boot Menu

Specifies boot features, boot sequence, and quick boot options.

Hard Drive Submenu

Configures the boot sequence for installed hard drives.

Removable Devices Submenu

Configures the boot sequence for removable devices like floppy drives.

Exit Menu

Options for saving or discarding changes, loading defaults, and exiting Setup.

Upgrading the BIOS

Preparing for the Upgrade

Steps to prepare for a BIOS upgrade, including recording settings and obtaining utilities.

Obtaining the Upgrade Utility

Information on how to get the necessary BIOS upgrade files and utility.

Recording the Current BIOS Settings

Instructions on how to save current BIOS settings before performing an upgrade.

Creating a Bootable Floppy Diskette

Steps to create a bootable floppy disk for DOS or Windows 95.

Creating the BIOS Upgrade Floppy Diskette

Procedure to prepare the floppy disk with BIOS upgrade files.

Upgrading the BIOS

Step-by-step guide to perform the actual BIOS upgrade process.

Recovering the BIOS

Instructions on how to recover the BIOS if the upgrade process fails.

Changing the BIOS Language

How to use the BIOS upgrade utility to change the language used by the BIOS.

Technical Reference

Motherboard Connectors

Diagram and list of all motherboard connectors with their locations and functions.

Memory Map

DMA Channels

Lists DMA channels, their data width, and assigned system resources.

I/O Map

PCI Configuration Space Map

Interrupts

Lists IRQs, their system resources, and default assignments.

Error Messages

BIOS Beep Codes

Lists beep code patterns and their corresponding error descriptions.

BIOS Error Messages

Explains various error messages that can be displayed by the BIOS during POST.

Regulatory and Integration Information

Regulatory Requirements

Lists safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) regulations the motherboard complies with.

Safety Standards

Details various safety standards the motherboard adheres to from different regions.

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Regulations

Lists standards and regulations related to electromagnetic interference and immunity.

Product Certification Markings

Describes certification marks like CE, UL, and Canadian Compliance.

Installation Precautions

Provides general warnings and precautions to observe during installation and testing.

Installation Instructions

Guidelines to follow for safe and compliant installation of the motherboard.

Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Ensures proper EMC compliance by verifying chassis, power supply, and module certifications.

Ensure Host Computer and Accessory Module Certifications

Verification of host computer and accessory certifications for regional compliance.

Prevent Power Supply Overload

Instructions on how to avoid overloading the power supply unit.

Place Battery Marking on the Computer

Instruction to place a warning label on the computer regarding battery replacement.

Use Only for Intended Applications

Specifies the intended use environments and locations for the product.

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