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Intel BLKD945GTPL User Manual

Intel BLKD945GTPL
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May 2005
Order Number: D14070-001US
The Intel
®
Desktop Board D945GTP 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 D945GTP Specification Update.
Intel
®
Desktop Board
D945GTP
Technical Product Specification

Table of Contents

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Intel BLKD945GTPL Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
Socket TypeLGA 775
ChipsetIntel 945G
Memory TypeDDR2
Maximum Memory4 GB
Onboard GraphicsIntel GMA 950
Video OutputsVGA
RAID SupportNo
Supported ProcessorsIntel Core 2 Duo, Intel Pentium D, Intel Pentium 4
Expansion Slots1 x PCI Express x16, 2 x PCI
Storage Interfaces4 x SATA 3Gb/s
USB Ports8 (4 rear, 4 internal)
Memory Slots4 x DIMM

Summary

Preface

Intended Audience

Defines the target readers for the technical product specification document.

What This Document Contains

Outlines the chapters and their content within the document.

Typographical Conventions

Explains the symbols and abbreviations used throughout the specification.

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

Details the meaning and usage of different types of callout messages.

Technical Reference

Introduction

Provides an overview of the technical reference chapter and its contents.

Memory Resources

Details memory maps, addressable memory, and memory configurations.

DMA Channels

Lists the Direct Memory Access (DMA) channels and their system resources.

Fixed I/O Map

Defines the Input/Output addresses assigned to various hardware components.

PCI Configuration Space Map

Maps the configuration space for Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) devices.

Interrupts

Describes the interrupt request (IRQ) assignments for system devices.

PCI Conventional Interrupt Routing Map

Illustrates how PCI interrupts are routed through the system.

Connectors

Details the various connectors available on the motherboard.

Jumper Block

Explains the function and settings of the jumper block.

Mechanical Considerations

Covers physical aspects like form factor and I/O shield dimensions.

Electrical Considerations

Discusses power supply and DC loading requirements.

Thermal Considerations

Addresses heat management and component temperature limits.

Reliability

Provides information on Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).

Environmental

Lists environmental specifications like operating temperature and shock resistance.

Regulatory Compliance

Outlines safety and electromagnetic compatibility compliance.

Product Description

Overview

Provides a general overview of the Intel Desktop Board D945GTP.

Online Support

Lists Intel website resources for product information and support.

Processor

Details processor support, socket type, and compatible bus speeds.

System Memory

Covers memory types, capacities, and configurations supported by the board.

Intel® 945G Chipset

Explains the components and functions of the Intel 945G chipset.

PCI Express* Connectors

Describes the PCI Express x16 and x1 connectors and their capabilities.

IEEE-1394a Connectors (Optional)

Details the optional IEEE-1394a ports for connecting peripherals.

Legacy I/O Controller

Covers legacy interfaces like serial, parallel, and diskette drives.

Audio Subsystem

Describes the onboard audio capabilities, codecs, and connectors.

LAN Subsystem

Details the network interface, including Gigabit and 10/100 Ethernet.

Hardware Management Subsystem

Explains features like fan control, thermal monitoring, and chassis intrusion.

Power Management

Discusses ACPI, system states, and wake-up capabilities.

Trusted Platform Module (Optional)

Describes the optional TPM for enhanced platform security.

Overview of BIOS Features

Introduction

Introduces the BIOS features and the board's BIOS implementation.

BIOS Flash Memory Organization

Details the structure and capacity of the BIOS flash memory device.

Resource Configuration

Explains how the BIOS configures system resources like PCI devices.

System Management BIOS (SMBIOS)

Describes the SMBIOS data structure for system management.

Legacy USB Support

Explains how USB devices are supported during boot and OS installation.

BIOS Updates

Covers methods and utilities for updating the system BIOS.

Boot Options

Details the various boot device selections and priorities.

Adjusting Boot Speed

Provides techniques to optimize system boot and POST execution time.

BIOS Security Features

Explains password protection for BIOS setup and boot access.

Error Messages and Beep Codes

Speaker

Describes the function of the onboard speaker for audible error codes during POST.

BIOS Beep Codes

Lists beep code patterns and their corresponding error types.

BIOS Error Messages

Provides a list of common BIOS error messages and their explanations.

Port 80h POST Codes

Explains diagnostic progress codes generated during POST.

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