Intel 915GM Computer Hardware User Manual


 
Installation Guide for POC Board
2 Installation Guide for POC Board
2.1 Before You Begin
Table 2 shows the additional hardware that may be needed to set up the board.
Table 2. Additional Hardware
Component Description
VGA Monitor Standard VGA or greater resolution monitor.
Keyboard Keyboard with a PS/2 connector or adapter.
Mouse Mouse with a PS/2 connector or adapter.
IDE Devices Up to two IDE devices can be connected to the POC board. One
cable is included in this kit. The cable accommodates the included
hard drive and one other IDE device, such as a CD-ROM drive or
another hard drive.
Network Adapter An Intel
®
82551 QM Ethernet Controller is included in the
development kit. A CAT-5 cable with an RJ-45 connector is
required to connect this Ethernet adapter to local area network.
AT Power Supply An AT power supply is required in order to power up the board. If
you are using an ATX power supply see Section 2.2 for details on
how to make ATX work.
Memory One module of 200-pin DDR2 400 MHz SODIMM (max 1 GByte) is
required.
Other Devices
and Adapters
Many PC-compatible peripherals can be attached and configured to
work with the POC board. For example, installing an additional
network adapter into the mini PCI slot. Procuring and installing any
drivers required for additional devices will need to be done by user.
2.2 Setting up the Intel
®
ECX POC Board
Gather the hardware described in section 2.1 and follow the steps below to set up the POC
board. This manual assumes the user is familiar with basic concepts of installing and
configuring hardware for an x86 architecture platform.
1. Ensure a static free work environment. Static-free procedures must be completed
before removing any components from various anti-static packaging. The POC board
is susceptible to electrostatic discharge (ESD), which may cause product failure or
unpredictable operation.
Caution: Connecting the wrong cable or reversing a cable may damage the POC board and may
damage the device being connected. Since the board is not in a protective chassis, use caution
when connecting cables to this product.