Intel BLKD975XBX2KR User Manual

Intel Desktop Board D975XBX2 Product Guide
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Table 1. Feature Summary (continued)
Peripheral
Interfaces
• One front panel audio header (yellow)
• Up to eight USB 2.0 ports:
― Four ports routed to the back panel
― Four ports routed to two USB headers
• Eight Serial ATA channels (one device per channel):
― Four RAID capable Serial ATA (3.0 Gb/s) connectors (black) via
the ICH7DH
― Three RAID capable Serial ATA (3.0 Gb/s) connectors (blue) via
the Marvell RAID controller
― One RAID capable Serial ATA (3.0 Gb/s) connector via the Marvell
RAID controller, compatible with an external Serial ATA drive
(red)
• Up to two IEEE 1394a ports:
― One IEEE 1394a port routed to the back panel
― One IEEE 1394a header (blue)
• One IDE interface with ATA-66/100 support
• One diskette drive interface
• One parallel port
• One serial port
• RJ-45 LAN port
• PS/2* keyboard and mouse ports
Power Management
• Support for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
• Suspend to RAM (STR)
• Wake on USB, PCI, PCI Express, PS/2, LAN, and front panel
Hardware
Management
Hardware monitor with:
• Four fan sensing inputs used to monitor fan activity
• Remote diode temperature sensing
• Intel
®
Precision Cooling Technology fan speed control
• Voltage sensing to detect out of range values
Related Links
For more information about Intel Desktop Board D975XBX2, including the Technical
Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to:
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/

Intel BLKD975XBX2KR Specifications

General

Brand	Intel
Model	BLKD975XBX2KR
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Preface

Intended Audience

Defines the target reader for the product guide, emphasizing technical qualification.

Use Only for Intended Applications

Specifies the approved usage scenarios for the desktop board, primarily IT Equipment.

Document Layout

Outlines the structure and arrangement of chapters within the product guide.

Conventions

Explains the symbols and formatting conventions used throughout the manual.

1 Desktop Board Features

System Overview and Components

Covers supported OS, board components, processor, memory, and chipset.

Connectivity and Subsystems

Details LAN, audio, I/O controller, SATA, and IDE interfaces.

Expansion and Configuration

Covers BIOS, auto-configuration, security, and chassis intrusion.

Power Management and Hardware Features

Explains power management, fan control, sleep states, and onboard features.

2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components

Installation Preparation and Precautions

Provides general precautions and safety guidelines before starting installation.

Component Installation Procedures

Covers installing I/O shield, desktop board, and processor.

Memory and Expansion Card Installation

Instructions for installing DIMMs and PCI Express cards.

Cable and Connector Connections

Details connecting IDE, SATA, internal headers, and adapters.

Power Supply and Other Connections

Covers fan cables, power supply, and other board connectors.

BIOS Configuration and Password Management

Setting jumpers, clearing passwords, and battery replacement.

3 BIOS Operations

Accessing the BIOS Setup Program

How to enter the BIOS setup utility using the F2 key.

Updating the BIOS

Procedures for updating the BIOS using Intel utilities.

Recovering the BIOS

Procedure to recover the BIOS after a failed update.

4 Configuring for RAID

Intel Matrix Storage Technology Configuration

Steps for configuring RAID with Intel Matrix Storage.

Marvell Storage Technology RAID Configuration

Steps for configuring RAID with Marvell Storage Technology.

A Error Messages and Indicators

BIOS Beep Codes

Lists beep codes and their meanings for POST errors.

BIOS Error Messages

Lists BIOS error messages and their explanations.

B Regulatory Compliance

Safety Regulations and Battery Marking

Lists safety regulations and required battery markings.

EU Declaration of Conformity and Ecology

Covers EU conformity statements and product ecology information.

EMC Regulations and Certifications

Details EMC compliance requirements and product certifications.