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Intel DG31GL - Desktop Board Essential Series Motherboard User Manual

Intel DG31GL - Desktop Board Essential Series Motherboard
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Intel® Desktop Board DG31GL
Product Guide
Order Number: E35043-001

Table of Contents

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Intel DG31GL - Desktop Board Essential Series Motherboard Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandIntel
ModelDG31GL - Desktop Board Essential Series Motherboard
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement

Disclaimer

Preface

Intended Audience

Specifies the target audience for the product guide.

Use Only for Intended Applications

Defines approved applications and limitations for Intel Desktop Boards.

Document Organization

Outlines the structure and chapters of the product guide.

Conventions

Terminology

Defines common terms used in the product guide.

Desktop Board Features

Desktop Board Components

Lists and describes the major components of the desktop board.

Processor

Details the supported processors and their installation.

Main Memory

Information on memory types, slots, and supported configurations.

Intel® G31 Express Chipset

Information about the chipset and its integrated graphics.

Audio Subsystem

Features and capabilities of the onboard audio.

Legacy Input/Output (I/O) Controller

Details on the legacy I/O controller features.

LAN Subsystem

Information about the network interface controller.

Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support

Details USB 2.0 port support and compatibility.

Enhanced IDE Interface

Describes the IDE interface capabilities for drives.

Serial ATA

Details the Serial ATA (SATA) connections on the board.

Expandability

Information on the board's expansion slots.

BIOS

Overview of BIOS functions and update information.

Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration

How the BIOS automatically configures SATA and IDE devices.

PCI* and Auto Configuration

How the BIOS automatically configures PCI devices.

Security Passwords

Features for setting supervisor and user passwords for security.

Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control

Information on monitoring system voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds.

Power Management

Details the power management features and support.

LAN Wake Capabilities

Enables remote wake-up of the computer via the network.

Instantly Available PC Technology

Allows the board to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-to-RAM) sleep state.

+5 V Standby Power Indicator LED

Indicates when standby power is present on the board.

Wake from USB

Allows the computer to wake from an ACPI S3 state via USB activity.

PME# Signal Wake-up Support

Computer wakes from sleep states when PME# signal is asserted.

ENERGY STAR* Capable

Indicates compliance with ENERGY STAR requirements.

Speaker

Provides audible error code (beep code) information.

Battery

Powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory.

Real-Time Clock

Maintains time-of-day and calendar when computer is off.

Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components

Before You Begin

General precautions and guidelines before starting installation.

Installation Precautions

Warnings and safety tips for handling board components.

Prevent Power Supply Overload

Advice on avoiding power supply overload during installation.

Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements

Guidance on adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Installing the I/O Shield

Installing and Removing the Desktop Board

Installing and Removing a Processor

Installing a Processor

Step-by-step instructions for installing a CPU.

Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink

Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable

Removing the Processor

Installing and Removing Memory

Installing DIMMs

Removing DIMMs

Connecting the Diskette Drive Cable

Connecting the IDE Cable

Connecting the Serial ATA (SATA) Cables

Connecting to the Internal Headers and Connectors

Connecting to the Front Panel Audio Header

Connecting to the S/PDIF Connector

Connecting to the Serial Port Header

Connecting to the Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header

Connecting to the Front Panel Header

Connecting to the USB 2.0 Headers

Connecting to the Audio System

Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables

Connecting the Chassis Fan Cable

Instructions for connecting a chassis fan cable to the board.

Connecting Supply Power Cables

Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper

Clearing Passwords

Replacing the Battery

Updating the BIOS

Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility

Guide to updating BIOS using the Intel Express utility in Windows.

Obtaining the BIOS Update File

Information on acquiring BIOS update files from Intel.

Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File

Instructions for updating BIOS using an ISO image file on CD.

Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility

Instructions for updating BIOS using the Iflash utility via bootable media.

Recovering the BIOS

Steps to recover the BIOS if an update fails.

Error Messages and Indicators

BIOS Beep Codes

Lists and explains beep codes indicating POST errors.

BIOS Error Messages

Lists and explains error messages displayed by the BIOS.

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Standards

Lists safety standards the board complies with.

European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement

EU conformity statement for CE marking.

Product Ecology Statements

Information on product environmental concerns and regulations.

Lead-free 2LI/Pb-free 2LI Board

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)

EU RoHS

Specifics on EU RoHS directive and restricted materials.

China RoHS

EMC Regulations

Product Certifications

Board-Level Certification Markings

Details specific certification marks for the board.

Chassis and Component Certifications

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