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Intel Desktop Board D945GCCR Product Guide
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Enhanced IDE Interface
The desktop 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)
ATAPI-style devices (such as CD-ROM drives)
Older PIO Mode devices
Ultra DMA-33 and ATA-66/100 protocols
Serial ATA
The desktop board supports four Serial ATA channels (3.0 Gb/s) via ICH7, connecting
one device per channel.
Expandability
For system expansion, the desktop board provides the following:
One PCI Express x16 connector
One PCI Express x1 connector
Two PCI bus connectors
BIOS
The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, the
PCI/PCI Express and IDE auto-configuration utilities, and the video BIOS. The BIOS is
stored in a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device.
The BIOS can be updated by following the instructions on page
59 in Chapter 3.
Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration
If you install a Serial ATA or IDE device (such as a hard drive) in your computer, the
auto-configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the device
for your computer. You do not need to run the BIOS Setup program after installing a
Serial ATA or IDE device. You can override the auto-configuration options by
specifying manual configuration in the BIOS Setup program.

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Intel D945GCCR Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
Socket TypeLGA 775
ChipsetIntel 945GC
Memory TypeDDR2
Memory Slots2
Maximum Memory4 GB
Onboard VideoIntel GMA 950
Audio CodecRealtek ALC888
LAN Speed10/100/1000 Mbps
Video OutputsVGA
Supported CPUIntel Core 2 Duo, Pentium D, Pentium 4
Memory Speed533 MHz
Expansion Slots2 x PCI
Storage InterfaceSATA 3 Gb/s
USB Ports8 x USB 2.0
AudioRealtek ALC888
Ethernet10/100 Mbps

Summary

Desktop Board Features and Components

Processor and Memory

Details on processor support, installation, and DDR2 memory configuration.

Chipset, Audio, and LAN

Features of the Intel 945GC chipset, onboard audio, and LAN subsystems.

I/O, Expansion, and Connectivity

Description of I/O controller, USB, IDE, SATA, and expansion slots.

BIOS, Security, and Power Management

BIOS functions, security, hardware monitoring, and power management features.

Installation and Replacement Procedures

Installation Precautions and System Board Handling

Important safety guidelines and precautions for component installation.

Processor and Memory Installation

Step-by-step guides for installing processors and memory modules.

Expansion Card and Cable Connections

Procedures for installing PCI Express cards and connecting IDE, SATA, and internal cables.

Front Panel, Fan, and Power Connections

Connecting front panel audio, USB, fans, and power supply.

BIOS Configuration and Password Management

Setting BIOS jumpers and clearing passwords.

Battery Replacement

Instructions for replacing the CMOS coin-cell battery.

BIOS Update and Error Handling

BIOS Update Procedures

Procedures for updating the BIOS using Intel Express and Iflash utilities.

BIOS Error Diagnostics

Explanation of BIOS beep codes and error messages during POST.

Regulatory Compliance Information

Safety, EU, and Ecology Standards

Details on safety regulations, EU conformity, and product ecology.

EMC Regulations and Product Certifications

Information on EMC compliance and various product certification marks.

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