Intel D915GAG Computer Hardware User Manual


 
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Contents
1 Desktop Board Features
Manufacturing Options..........................................................................................................11
Supported Operating Systems..............................................................................................11
Desktop Board Components.................................................................................................12
Processor..............................................................................................................................16
Main Memory ........................................................................................................................17
Intel
®
915G Express Chipset ................................................................................................ 18
Graphics Subsystem.............................................................................................................19
Audio Subsystem .................................................................................................................. 19
Input/Output (I/O) Controller.................................................................................................. 20
LAN Subsystem (Optional)....................................................................................................20
LAN Subsystem Software ............................................................................................20
RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs ........................................................................................20
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Support ...................................................................................................21
Enhanced IDE Interface........................................................................................................22
Serial ATA.............................................................................................................................22
Expandability.........................................................................................................................22
BIOS......................................................................................................................................22
Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration .......................................................................22
PCI and PCI Express Auto Configuration .................................................................... 23
Security Passwords......................................................................................................23
Chassis Intrusion...................................................................................................................23
Power Management Features............................................................................................... 23
ACPI.............................................................................................................................23
Power Connectors........................................................................................................24
Fan Connectors............................................................................................................ 24
Fan Speed Control (Intel
®
Precision Cooling Technology) .......................................... 24
Suspend to RAM (Instantly Available PC Technology) ................................................24
Resume on Ring .......................................................................................................... 25
Wake from USB ........................................................................................................... 26
Wake from PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse...............................................................................26
PME# Wakeup Support................................................................................................26
Speaker.................................................................................................................................26
Battery...................................................................................................................................26
Real-Time Clock.................................................................................................................... 26
2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components
Before You Begin..................................................................................................................27
Installation Precautions.........................................................................................................28
Installation Instructions..........................................................................................................28
Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance .......................................... 28
Chassis and Component Certifications........................................................................ 29
Prevent Power Supply Overload.................................................................................. 29
Place Battery Marking.................................................................................................. 29
Use Only for Intended Applications..............................................................................30
Installing the I/O Shield .........................................................................................................30