Intel D975XBX Product Guide

Intel Desktop Board D975XBX Product Guide
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Installing a PCI Express x16 Card
If you are installing a single PCI Express Graphics card, install it in PCI Express connector 1 (see
Figure 18, A) for optimum performance. However, if you are installing two PCI Express Graphics
cards, install them in PCI Express connectors 1 and 2 (see Figure 18, B).
Follow these instructions to install any PCI Express x16 card:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23.
2. Place the card in the PCI Express x16 connector.
3. Press down on the card until it is completely seated in the PCI Express x16 connector and the
card retention notch snaps into place around the RM pin.
4. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
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B
A
Figure 18. Installing PCI Express Graphics Cards

Intel D975XBX Specifications

General

Chipset	Intel 975X
Socket	LGA 775
Memory Type	DDR2
Memory Slots	4
Maximum Memory	8 GB
Form Factor	ATX
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
USB Ports	8 x USB 2.0
Supported Processors	Intel Pentium 4, Pentium D, Core 2 Duo
Memory Speed	533/667 MHz
Expansion Slots	2 x PCI Express x16, 1 x PCI Express x4, 2 x PCI
Storage Interfaces	4 x SATA 3Gb/s, 1 x PATA
Audio	Intel High Definition Audio
LAN	Gigabit Ethernet