Intel DX79TO Desktop Motherboard BLKDX79TO User Manual

Intel® Desktop Board DX79TO  
Product Guide  
Order Number: G44000-001  
Preface  
This Product Guide gives information about board layout, component installation, BIOS  
update, and regulatory requirements for Intel® Desktop Board DX79TO.  
Intended Audience  
The Product Guide is intended for technically qualified personnel. It is not intended for  
general audiences.  
Use Only for Intended Applications  
All Intel Desktop Boards are evaluated as Information Technology Equipment (I.T.E.)  
for use in personal computers (PC) for installation in homes, offices, schools, computer  
rooms, and similar locations. The suitability of this product for other PC or embedded  
non-PC applications or other environments, such as medical, industrial, alarm systems,  
test equipment, etc. may not be supported without further evaluation by Intel.  
Document Organization  
The chapters in this Product Guide are arranged as follows:  
1 Desktop Board Features: a summary of product features  
2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components: instructions on how to install  
the Desktop Board and other hardware components  
3 Updating the BIOS: instructions on how to update the BIOS  
4 Configuring for RAID: information about configuring your system for RAID  
A Error Messages and Indicators: information about BIOS error messages and beep  
codes  
B Regulatory Compliance: describes the board’s adherence to safety standards and  
EMC regulations and its product certifications  
Conventions  
The following conventions are used in this manual:  
CAUTION  
Cautions warn the user about how to prevent damage to hardware or loss of data.  
NOTE  
Notes call attention to important information.  
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Terminology  
The table below gives descriptions of some common terms used in the product guide.  
Term  
GB  
Description  
Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes)  
Gigahertz (one billion hertz)  
Kilobyte (1024 bytes)  
GHz  
KB  
MB  
Megabyte (1,048,576 bytes)  
Megabit (1,048,576 bits)  
Megahertz (one million hertz)  
Mb  
MHz  
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Contents  
1 Desktop Board Features  
Supported Operating Systems..............................................................................11  
Desktop Board Components.................................................................................12  
Processor..........................................................................................................14  
System Memory.................................................................................................15  
Memory Configurations................................................................................16  
Intel® X79 Express Chipset..................................................................................17  
USB Support .....................................................................................................17  
USB 3.0 ....................................................................................................17  
USB 2.0 ....................................................................................................17  
Serial ATA.........................................................................................................17  
Audio Subsystem ...............................................................................................18  
LAN Subsystem .................................................................................................18  
Legacy I/O........................................................................................................19  
Expandability.....................................................................................................19  
BIOS................................................................................................................20  
Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration...........................................................20  
PCI and PCI Express* Auto Configuration.......................................................20  
Security Passwords.....................................................................................20  
Back to BIOS Button ...................................................................................21  
Hardware Management.......................................................................................21  
Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control ..................................................21  
Chassis Intrusion........................................................................................22  
Power Management............................................................................................22  
Software Support .......................................................................................22  
ACPI..................................................................................................22  
Hardware Support ......................................................................................22  
Power Connectors ...............................................................................22  
Fan Headers.......................................................................................23  
LAN Wake Capabilities..........................................................................23  
Instantly Available PC Technology..........................................................23  
+5 V Standby Power Indicator...............................................................24  
Wake from USB ..................................................................................25  
PME# Signal Wake-up Support..............................................................25  
WAKE# Signal Wake-up Support ...........................................................25  
Wake from Consumer IR ......................................................................25  
Onboard System Control Switches........................................................................25  
Power Switch.............................................................................................26  
Reset Switch..............................................................................................26  
System Initialization/Board Status LEDs................................................................27  
System Initialization LEDs............................................................................28  
Status LEDs...............................................................................................29  
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) ............................................................................29  
Speaker............................................................................................................29  
Battery.............................................................................................................30  
Real-Time Clock.................................................................................................30  
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2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components  
Before You Begin ...............................................................................................31  
Installation Precautions.......................................................................................32  
Prevent Power Supply Overload....................................................................32  
Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements.................................................32  
Installing the I/O Shield......................................................................................33  
Installing the Desktop Board................................................................................34  
Installing a Processor .........................................................................................35  
Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink..............................................................39  
Installing and Removing Memory..........................................................................40  
Installing DIMMs ........................................................................................40  
Removing DIMMs........................................................................................42  
Installing and Removing PCI Express x16 Add-in Cards ...........................................42  
Installing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards......................................................42  
Removing a PCI Express x16 Add-in Card.......................................................43  
Installing Linked PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards............................................44  
Connecting SATA Cables .....................................................................................46  
Connecting to the Internal Headers and Connectors................................................47  
Front Panel Audio Header ............................................................................48  
Chassis Intrusion Header.............................................................................48  
IEEE 1394a Header.....................................................................................48  
Consumer IR (CIR) Headers.........................................................................49  
USB 2.0 Headers........................................................................................50  
Front Panel Header .....................................................................................50  
Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header........................................................51  
Connecting to the Audio System...........................................................................51  
Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables...................................................52  
Connecting Chassis Fan Cables.....................................................................52  
Connecting Power Supply Cables ..................................................................53  
Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper .................................................................54  
Clearing Passwords ............................................................................................55  
Replacing the Battery .........................................................................................56  
3 Updating the BIOS  
Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility.................................63  
Updating the BIOS Using the F7 Function Key ........................................................64  
Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Flash Memory Update Utility ................................64  
Recovering the BIOS ..........................................................................................65  
4 Configuring for RAID Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology  
Configuring the BIOS ..................................................................................67  
Creating Your RAID Set ...............................................................................67  
Loading the Intel RST RAID Drivers and Software (Required for  
Microsoft Windows XP Installation) ..........................................................68  
Setting Up a “RAID Ready” System ...............................................................68  
A Error Messages and Indicators  
BIOS Error Codes...............................................................................................69  
BIOS Error Messages..........................................................................................70  
Port 80h POST Codes..........................................................................................71  
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B Regulatory Compliance  
Safety Standards ...............................................................................................75  
Battery Caution..........................................................................................75  
European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement..............................................76  
Product Ecology Statements ................................................................................77  
Recycling Considerations .............................................................................77  
China RoHS ...............................................................................................80  
EMC Regulations................................................................................................81  
FCC Declaration of Conformity......................................................................81  
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement......................82  
Japan VCCI Statement ................................................................................82  
Korea Class B Statement .............................................................................83  
Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance..................................83  
Product Certifications..........................................................................................84  
Board-Level Certifications ............................................................................84  
Chassis- and Component-Level Certifications..................................................85  
ENERGY STAR*, e-Standby, and ErP Compliance ....................................................85  
Figures  
1. Intel Desktop Board DX79TO Components........................................................12  
2. Memory Channel and DIMM Configuration........................................................16  
3. LAN Connector LEDs .....................................................................................19  
4. Location of the Back to BIOS Button................................................................21  
5. Location of the Standby Power Indicator ..........................................................24  
6. Onboard System Control Switches ..................................................................26  
7. Location of the Diagnostic/Status LEDs............................................................27  
8. Installing the I/O Shield ................................................................................33  
9. Intel Desktop Board DX79TO Mounting Screw Hole Locations..............................34  
10. Unlatch the Socket Levers .............................................................................35  
11. Open the Load Plate......................................................................................36  
12. Install the Processor .....................................................................................37  
13. Close the Load Plate .....................................................................................38  
14. Installing a Fan Heat Sink and Connecting the Cable to the  
Processor Fan Header....................................................................................39  
15. Installing a DIMM .........................................................................................41  
16. Installing a PCI Express x16 Card ...................................................................43  
17. Removing a PCI Express x16 Card ..................................................................44  
18. Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards....................................................45  
19. Connecting the Serial ATA Cables....................................................................46  
20. Internal Headers ..........................................................................................47  
21. Back Panel Audio Connectors .........................................................................51  
22. Location of the Chassis Fan Headers................................................................52  
23. Connecting Power Supply Cables ....................................................................53  
24. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block ..............................................54  
25. Removing the Battery ...................................................................................61  
26. POST Code LED Display.................................................................................71  
27. Intel Desktop Board DX79TO China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table..............80  
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Tables  
1. Feature Summary.......................................................................................... 9  
2. Intel Desktop Board DX79TO Components........................................................13  
3. LAN Connector LEDs .....................................................................................19  
4. System Initialization LEDs..............................................................................28  
5. Status LEDs.................................................................................................29  
6. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names...........................................................48  
7. Chassis Intrusion Header Signal Names ...........................................................48  
8. IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names...................................................................48  
9. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header Signal Names......................................49  
10. Back Panel CIR Header Emitter (Output) Header Signal Names ...........................49  
11. USB 2.0 Header Signal Names........................................................................50  
12. Front Panel Header Signal Names ...................................................................50  
13. Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Signal Names ......................................51  
14. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes..........................................55  
15. BIOS Beep Codes .........................................................................................69  
16. Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes.................................................................69  
17. BIOS Error Messages ....................................................................................70  
18. Port 80h POST Codes....................................................................................72  
19. Safety Standards..........................................................................................75  
20. EMC Regulations...........................................................................................81  
21. Regulatory Compliance Marks.........................................................................84  
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1 Desktop Board Features  
This chapter briefly describes the features of Intel® Desktop Board DX79TO. Table 1  
summarizes the major features of the Desktop Board.  
Table 1. Feature Summary  
ATX (304.80 millimeters [12.00 inches] x 243.84 millimeters  
[9.60 inches])  
Form Factor  
Processor  
Support for Intel® Core™ i7 and Intel® Xeon® processors in the  
LGA2011 package with:  
Two PCI Express* 3.0 x16 graphics interfaces (x16 electrical)  
Quad-channel memory interface  
Main Memory  
Eight 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)  
sockets arranged in four channels with support for the following:  
DDR3 2400 MHz, DDR3 2133 MHz, DDR3 1866 MHz, DDR3  
1600 MHz, DDR3 1333 MHz, and DDR3 1066 MHz DIMMs  
ECC and non-ECC memory  
1 Gb, 2 Gb, and 4 Gb memory technology  
XMP memory  
1.35 V low voltage memory (JEDEC standard)  
Up to 64 GB of system memory using 4 Gb memory technology  
Manual memory overclocking (voltage, clock, and ratio)  
Chipset  
Graphics  
Audio  
Intel® X79 Express Chipset consisting of the Intel® X79 Platform  
Controller Hub (PCH)  
Support for multiple PCI Express* graphics cards including linked cards  
using Nvidia* SLI* technology and AMD* CrossFire X* technology  
Independent multi-streaming 6-channel (5.1) audio and 2-channel  
audio subsystem, featuring:  
Intel® High Definition Audio interface  
RealTek* ALC892 codec  
HD Audio front panel header  
Expansion  
Capabilities  
Two PCI Express 3.0 x16 connectors  
Three PCI Express 2.0 x1 connectors  
One PCI* bus connector  
Legacy I/O Support  
Nuvoton* Legacy I/O Controller that provides Consumer Infrared (CIR)  
support  
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Table 1. Feature Summary (continued)  
Peripheral  
Interfaces  
Two USB 3.0 ports routed to the back panel  
Fourteen USB 2.0 ports:  
Six ports routed to the back panel  
Eight ports routed to four onboard USB headers  
Two IEEE 1394a ports:  
One port routed to the back panel  
One port routed to an IEEE 1394a header  
Six Serial ATA (SATA) channels through the Intel X79 PCH:  
Two onboard 6.0 Gb/s SATA channels (blue connectors)  
Four onboard 3.0 Gb/s SATA channels (black connectors)  
LAN Support  
BIOS  
Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) LAN subsystem using an Intel® 82579LM  
Gigabit Ethernet Controller  
Intel® BIOS resident in an SPI Flash device  
Support for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI), Plug  
and Play, and SMBIOS  
Fast Boot  
Support for advanced overclocking  
Power Management  
Support for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)  
specification  
Suspend to RAM (STR)  
Wake on USB, PCI, PCI Express, LAN, CIR, and front panel  
ENERGY STAR* capable  
Hardware  
Hardware monitoring and fan control through the Nuvoton I/O  
Management  
controller  
Voltage sense to detect out of range power supply voltages  
Thermal sense to detect out of range thermal values  
Four fan headers using PWM control  
Four fan sense inputs used to monitor fan activity  
Fan speed control using voltage control (4-pin fan headers for  
processor, front, rear, and auxiliary fans) with selectable support in  
the BIOS for 3-wire fans  
Support for the Platform Environmental Control Interface (PECI)  
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Supported Operating Systems  
The Desktop Board provides full support for the following operating systems:  
Microsoft Windows* 7 Ultimate (64-bit and 32-bit editions)  
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (64-bit and 32-bit editions)  
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit and 32-bit editions)  
Microsoft Windows 7 Starter (64-bit and 32-bit editions)  
Microsoft Windows Vista* Ultimate (64-bit and 32-bit editions)  
Microsoft Windows Vista Business (64-bit and 32-bit editions)  
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit and 32-bit editions)  
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (64-bit and 32-bit editions)  
The Desktop Board provides minimal BIOS and driver support for the following  
operating systems:  
Microsoft Windows* XP Home  
Microsoft Windows XP Professional  
Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition  
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005  
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Desktop Board Components  
Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Intel Desktop  
Board DX79TO.  
Figure 1. Intel Desktop Board DX79TO Components  
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Table 2. Intel Desktop Board DX79TO Components  
Label  
A
Description  
Front panel audio header  
PCI Express x1 connector  
PCI Express x1 connector  
Speaker  
B
C
D
E
PCI bus connector  
F
PCI Express 3.0 x16 connector  
PCI Express x1 connector  
PCI Express 3.0 x16 connector  
Rear chassis fan header  
Battery  
G
H
I
J
K
Back panel connectors  
Processor fan header  
L
M
DIMM 1 socket  
N
DIMM 5 socket  
O
DIMM 2 socket  
P
DIMM 6 socket  
Q
Processor socket  
R
12 V processor core voltage connector (2 x 4 pin)  
DIMM 8 socket  
S
T
DIMM 4 socket  
U
DIMM 7 socket  
V
DIMM 3 socket  
W
X
Main power connector (2 x 12 pin)  
Front chassis fan header  
Serial ATA connectors (6 Gb/s)  
Serial ATA connectors (3 Gb/s)  
Intel X79 Express Chipset  
USB 2.0 front panel headers  
Back panel CIR transmitter (output) header  
BIOS configuration jumper block  
Power fault LED  
Y
Z
AA  
BB  
CC  
DD  
EE  
FF  
GG  
HH  
II  
Alternate front panel power LED header  
Front panel CIR receiver (input) header  
Voltage measurement test points  
Front panel header  
JJ  
KK  
LL  
MM  
NN  
OO  
PP  
POST code LED display  
IEEE 1394a header  
Reset button  
Power button  
Chassis intrusion header  
Auxiliary chassis fan header  
System initialization/status LEDs  
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Online Support  
For more information on Intel Desktop Board DX79TO consult the following online  
resources:  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO  
Desktop Board Support  
Available configurations for  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO  
Supported processors  
Chipset information  
BIOS and driver updates  
Integration information  
Processor  
CAUTION  
Failure to use an appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V (2 x 4 pin)  
power connector to the Desktop Board may result in damage to the board, or the  
system may not function properly.  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO supports an Intel processor in the LGA2011 package.  
Processors are not included with the Desktop Board and must be purchased  
separately. The processor connects to the Desktop Board through the LGA1366  
socket.  
Go to the following page or link for more information about:  
Instructions on installing or upgrading the processor, page 35 in Chapter 2  
Supported processors for Intel Desktop Board DX79TO,  
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System Memory  
NOTE  
To be fully compliant with all applicable Intel® SDRAM memory specifications, the  
board should be populated with DIMMs that support the Serial Presence Detect (SPD)  
data structure. If your memory modules do not support SPD, you will see a  
notification to this effect on the screen at power up. The BIOS will attempt to  
configure the memory controller for normal operation.  
The Desktop Board supports the following memory and interface:  
Eight 240-pin Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Module  
(DIMM) connectors with gold-plated contacts arranged in four channels  
2400/2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM DIMM  
XMP performance profile support for memory speeds above 1600 MHz  
Full support for memory overclocking (see  
on overclocking)  
Support for single-channel configurations and dual-, tri-, and quad-channel memory  
interleaving  
Unbuffered, non-registered single or double-sided DIMMs with a voltage rating of  
1.65 V or less including support for 1.35 V (JEDEC specification) memory  
ECC and non-ECC memory (requires a processor that supports ECC memory)  
Serial Presence Detect  
Minimum total system memory of 1 GB  
Up to 64 GB maximum total system memory  
NOTE  
32-bit operating systems are limited to a maximum of 4 GB of memory. The  
operating system may report less than 4 GB because of the memory used by  
add-in PCI Express graphics cards.  
CAUTION  
1.5 V is the recommended and default setting for DDR3 memory voltage. The other  
memory voltage settings in the BIOS Setup program are provided for performance  
tuning purposes only. Altering the memory voltage may (i) reduce system stability  
and the useful life of the system, memory, and processor; (ii) cause the processor and  
other system components to fail; (iii) cause reductions in system performance; (iv)  
cause additional heat or other damage; and (v) affect system data integrity. Intel has  
not tested and does not warranty the operation of the processor beyond its  
specifications. For information on the processor warranty, refer to  
Intel assumes no responsibility that the memory installed on the desktop board, if  
used with altered clock frequencies and/or voltages, will be fit for any particular  
purpose. Check with the memory manufacturer for warranty terms and additional  
details.  
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Memory Configurations  
The Intel Core i7 and Intel Xeon processors support the following types of memory  
organization:  
Quad-channel (Interleaved) mode. Quad-channel mode offers the highest  
throughput for real world applications.  
Tri-channel (Interleaved) mode. Tri-channel mode is enabled when the installed  
memory capacities of any three DIMM channels are equal.  
Dual-channel (Interleaved) mode. Dual-channel mode is enabled when the  
installed memory capacities of both DIMM channels are equal. Technology and  
device width can vary from one channel to the other but the installed memory  
capacity for each channel must be equal. If different speed DIMMs are used  
between channels, the slowest memory timing will be used.  
Single-channel (Asymmetric) mode. This mode is equivalent to single-channel  
bandwidth operation for real world applications. This mode is used when only a  
single DIMM is installed or the channel memory capacities are unequal.  
Technology and device width can vary from one channel to the other. If different  
speed DIMMs are used between channels, the slowest memory timing will be used.  
Figure 2 shows the board’s memory channel and DIMM configuration  
Figure 2. Memory Channel and DIMM Configuration  
For information on installing memory, refer to page 40 in Chapter 2.  
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Intel® X79 Express Chipset  
The Intel X79 Express Chipset consisting of the Intel X79 Platform Controller Hub  
(PCH) provides interfaces to the processor and the USB, SATA, LAN, PCI, and PCI  
Express interfaces. The PCH is the centralized controller for the board’s I/O paths.  
Go to the following link for more information about the Intel X79 Express Chipset:  
USB Support  
The Desktop Board supports USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices.  
USB 3.0  
USB 3.0 is supported with two USB 3.0 ports (blue) on the back panel. USB 3.0 ports  
are backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. The USB 3.0 ports are  
SuperSpeed, high-speed, full-speed, and low-speed capable. USB 3.0 support requires  
both an operating system and drivers that fully support USB 3.0 transfer rates.  
USB 2.0  
There are 14 USB 2.0 ports (six ports routed to back panel connectors (black) and  
eight ports routed to three onboard headers (black)). The USB 2.0 ports are high-  
speed, full-speed, and low-speed capable. USB 2.0 support requires both an operating  
system and drivers that fully support USB 2.0 transfer rates.  
Serial ATA  
The board provides two 6.0 Gb/s Serial ATA (SATA) channels (blue connectors) and  
four 3.0 Gb/s SATA channels (black connectors).  
The four 3.0 Gb/s SATA channels support the following RAID (Redundant Array of  
Independent Drives) levels:  
RAID 0 - data striping  
RAID 1 - data mirroring  
RAID 0+1 (or RAID 10) - data striping and data mirroring  
RAID 5 - distributed parity  
For information on configuring your system for RAID using Intel® Rapid Storage  
Technology (Intel® RST) see Chapter 4.  
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Audio Subsystem  
The onboard audio subsystem consists of the following components:  
Intel X79 Express Chipset  
RealTek ALC892 codec  
The subsystem has the following headers and connectors:  
Three back panel analog audio connectors  
High Definition (HD) Audio front panel header that provides mic in and line out  
signals for front panel audio connectors  
The audio subsystem supports the following features:  
Advanced jack sense for the back panel analog audio jacks that enables the audio  
codec to recognize the device that is connected to an audio port. The back panel  
audio jacks are capable of retasking according to the user’s definition, or can be  
automatically switched depending on the recognized device type.  
A signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of 95 dB.  
Independent multi-streaming 6-channel (5.1) audio (using the back panel audio  
connectors) and 2-channel audio (using the Intel High Definition Audio front panel  
header).  
Go to the following pages for more information about:  
The location of the onboard audio headers, Figure 20 on page 47  
The signal names for the Intel High Definition Audio front panel header, page 48  
The back panel audio connectors, Figure 21 on page 51  
LAN Subsystem  
The board’s Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) LAN subsystem includes:  
Intel X79 Express Chipset  
Intel 82579LM Gigabit Ethernet LAN Controller  
An RJ-45 LAN connector with integrated status LEDs  
The subsystem features:  
CSMA/CD protocol engine  
LAN connect interface between the Intel PCH and the LAN controllers  
PCI bus power management  
ACPI technology support  
LAN wake capabilities  
Go to the following link for information about LAN software and drivers:  
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Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see  
Figure 3). These LEDs indicate the status of the LAN.  
Figure 3. LAN Connector LEDs  
Table 3 describes the LED states when the board is powered up and the LAN  
subsystem is operating.  
Table 3. LAN Connector LEDs  
LED  
LED Color  
LED State  
Off  
Indicates  
A
Green  
LAN link is not established  
LAN link is established  
LAN activity is occurring  
10 Mb/s data rate  
On  
Blinking  
Off  
B
N/A  
Green  
Yellow  
On  
100 Mb/s data rate  
1000 Mb/s data rate  
On  
Legacy I/O  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO includes an I/O controller that provides the following  
legacy I/O features:  
Consumer Infrared (CIR) support  
Low pin count (LPC) interface  
Intelligent power management, including a programmable wake up event interface  
PCI power management support  
Expandability  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO provides the following expansion capability:  
Two PCI Express 3.0 x16 connectors. Operation at PCI Express 3.0 speeds requires  
a processor that supports the PCI Express 3.0 Specification.  
Three PCI Express 2.0 x1 connectors  
One PCI bus connector  
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BIOS  
The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, and the  
PCI/PCI Express and IDE auto-configuration utilities. The BIOS is stored in the Serial  
Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device.  
The BIOS can be updated by following the instructions on page 63 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.  
PCI and PCI Express* Auto Configuration  
If you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card in your computer, the PCI/PCI Express  
auto-configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the  
resources (IRQs, DMA channels, and I/O space) for that add-in card. You do not need  
to run the BIOS Setup program after you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card.  
Security Passwords  
The BIOS includes security features that restrict whether the BIOS Setup program can  
be accessed and who can boot the computer. A supervisor password and a user  
password can be set for the BIOS Setup and for booting the computer, with the  
following restrictions:  
The supervisor password gives unrestricted access to view and change all Setup  
options. If only the supervisor password is set, pressing <Enter> at the password  
prompt of Setup gives the user restricted access to Setup.  
If both the supervisor and user passwords are set, you must enter either the  
supervisor password or the user password to access Setup. Setup options are then  
available for viewing and changing depending on whether the supervisor or user  
password was entered.  
Setting a user password restricts who can boot the computer. The password  
prompt is displayed before the computer is booted. If only the supervisor  
password is set, the computer boots without asking for a password. If both  
passwords are set, you can enter either password to boot the computer.  
For instructions on resetting the password, go to Clearing Passwords on page 55.  
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Back to BIOS Button  
The back panel Back to BIOS button (Figure 4, A) duplicates the functionality of the  
BIOS configuration jumper with the following exceptions:  
It can only be used to force the board to power on to the BIOS Maintenance Menu  
using default values but it will retain all previously saved changes.  
It cannot be used to override passwords set in the BIOS.  
It cannot be used to invoke BIOS recovery mode.  
The button glows red when it is activated.  
NOTE  
Using the Back to BIOS button does not set the board to the factory BIOS  
defaults. To restore settings to the factory defaults, use the <F9> key once  
BIOS setup mode is active.  
Figure 4. Location of the Back to BIOS Button  
Hardware Management  
The hardware management features of Intel Desktop Board DX79TO enable the board  
to be compatible with the Wired for Management (WfM) specification. The board has  
several hardware management features including the following:  
Fan speed monitoring and control  
Thermal and voltage monitoring  
Chassis intrusion detection  
Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control  
Hardware monitoring and fan speed control are based on the Nuvoton* Legacy I/O  
Controller, which provides the following:  
Processor and system ambient temperature monitoring  
Monitoring of power supply voltages to detect levels above and below acceptable  
values  
Chassis fan speed monitoring  
SMBus interface  
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Chassis Intrusion  
The board supports a chassis security feature that detects if the chassis cover has  
been removed. The security feature uses a mechanical switch on the chassis that can  
be connected to the chassis intrusion header on the Desktop Board. See Figure 20 for  
the location and pinout of the chassis intrusion header.  
Power Management  
Power management is implemented at several levels, including software support  
through the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the following  
hardware support:  
Power connectors  
Fan headers  
LAN wake capabilities  
Instantly Available PC technology (Suspend to RAM)  
+5 V standby power indicator LED  
Wake from USB  
Power Management Event signal (PME#) wakeup support  
WAKE# signal wake-up support  
Wake from Consumer IR  
Software Support  
ACPI  
ACPI gives the operating system direct control over the power management and Plug  
and Play functions of a computer. The use of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an  
operating system that provides full ACPI support.  
Hardware Support  
Power Connectors  
ATX12V-compliant power supplies can turn off the computer power through system  
control. When an ACPI-enabled computer receives the correct command, the power  
supply removes all non-standby voltages.  
When resuming from an AC power failure, the computer returns to the power state it  
was in before power was interrupted (either on or off). The computer’s response can  
be set by using the Last Power State feature in the BIOS Setup program’s Boot menu.  
The Desktop Board has three power connectors. See Figure 23 on page 53 for the  
location of the power connectors.  
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Fan Headers  
The function/operation of the fans is as follows:  
The fans are on when the computer is in the ACPI S0 state.  
The fans are off when the computer is in the ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.  
Each fan header is wired to a tachometer input of the hardware monitoring and  
control device.  
All fan headers support closed-loop fan control that can adjust the fan speed or  
switch the fan on or off as needed.  
All fan headers have a +12 V DC connection.  
The Desktop Board has a 4-pin processor fan header and three 4-pin chassis fan  
headers.  
LAN Wake Capabilities  
CAUTION  
For LAN wake capabilities, the 5 V standby line for the power supply must be capable  
of delivering adequate +5 V standby current. Failure to provide adequate standby  
current when using this feature can damage the power supply.  
LAN wakeup capabilities enable remote wake-up of the computer through a network.  
The LAN subsystem monitors network traffic and upon detecting a Magic Packet*  
frame, it asserts a wake-up signal that powers up the computer.  
Instantly Available PC Technology  
CAUTIONS  
For Instantly Available PC technology, the 5 V standby line for the power supply must  
be capable of delivering adequate +5 V standby current. Failure to provide adequate  
standby current when using this feature can damage the power supply and/or effect  
ACPI S3 sleep state functionality.  
Power supplies used with this Desktop Board must be able to provide enough standby  
current to support the standard Instantly Available (ACPI S3 sleep state) configuration.  
If the standby current necessary to support multiple wake events from the PCI and/or  
USB buses exceeds power supply capacity, the Desktop Board may lose register  
settings stored in memory.  
Instantly Available PC technology enables the board to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-to-  
RAM) sleep state. While in the S3 sleep state, the computer will appear to be off. If  
the computer has a dual-colored power LED on the front panel, the sleep state is  
indicated by the LED turning amber. When signaled by a wake-up device or event, the  
computer quickly returns to its last known awake state.  
The Desktop Board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification.  
Add-in cards that support this specification can participate in power management and  
can be used to wake the computer.  
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+5 V Standby Power Indicator  
CAUTION  
If the AC power has been switched off and the standby power indicator is still lit,  
disconnect the power cord before installing or removing any devices connected to the  
board. Failure to do so could damage the board and any attached devices.  
The Desktop Board’s standby power indicator, shown in Figure 5, is lit when there is  
standby power still present on the board even when the computer appears to be off.  
For example, when this LED is lit, standby power is still present at the memory module  
sockets and the PCI bus connectors.  
Figure 5. Location of the Standby Power Indicator  
For more information on standby current requirements for the Desktop Board, refer to  
the Technical Product Specification at  
http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/index.htm  
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Wake from USB  
NOTE  
Wake from USB requires the use of a USB peripheral that supports Wake from USB  
and an operating system that supports Wake from USB.  
USB bus activity wakes the computer from an ACPI S3 state.  
PME# Signal Wake-up Support  
When the PME# signal on the PCI bus is asserted, the computer wakes from an  
ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.  
WAKE# Signal Wake-up Support  
When the WAKE# signal on the PCI Express bus is asserted, the computer wakes from  
an ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.  
Wake from Consumer IR  
Consumer IR device activity wakes the computer from an ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.  
Onboard System Control Switches  
The board contains the following lighted button switches that can be used to control  
board operation:  
Power  
Reset  
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Figure 6. Onboard System Control Switches  
Power Switch  
The power button switch (see Figure 6, A) can be used to turn the desktop board on or  
off. This power button switch behaves the same as a chassis power switch connected  
via the front panel header. The onboard power button switch does not remove  
standby power. To turn off the computer using the onboard power button switch,  
keep it pressed down for three seconds.  
Reset Switch  
The reset button switch (see Figure 6, B) can be used to reset the desktop board. This  
power button switch behaves the same as a chassis reset switch connected via the  
front panel header. When the reset button switch is pressed, the board resets and  
runs the POST.  
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System Initialization/ Status LEDs  
The Desktop Board provides LEDs that allow you to monitor your system’s progress  
through initialization and the BIOS POST (see Figure 7). There are also other board  
status LEDs that allow you to monitor other system activities.  
Figure 7. Location of the Initialization/Status LEDs  
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System Initialization LEDs  
At initial power on, these eight diagnostic LEDs are off. When the BIOS starts an  
activity such as memory initialization, the corresponding LED starts flashing. Once the  
activity has completed, the LED will remain on. Table 4 lists the LEDs and describes  
their function.  
Table 4. System Initialization LEDs  
Item/Callout LED  
Activity  
Color  
Description  
Watch Dog Timer Fire/  
Back to BIOS  
K
Red  
When the watch dog timer fires to reset  
the board, this LED will flash.  
In addition, this LED will light and stay on  
when the Back to BIOS button has been  
pressed.  
Processor Initialization  
Memory Initialization  
Video Initialization  
USB Initialization  
G
F
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
This LED will flash when the processor  
initialization activity starts. Then the LED  
will stay on when processor initialization is  
complete.  
This LED will flash when the memory  
initialization activity starts. Then the LED  
will stay on when memory initialization is  
complete.  
E
C
This LED will flash when the video  
initialization activity starts. Then the LED  
will stay on when video initialization is  
complete.  
This LED will flash when the USB  
initialization activity starts. Then the LED  
will stay on when USB initialization is  
complete.  
Mass Storage  
Initialization  
B
D
A
Green  
Green  
Green  
This LED will flash when the hard drive  
activity starts. Then the LED will stay on  
when hard drive initialization is complete.  
Option ROM  
Initialization  
This LED will flash when the option ROM  
activity starts. Then the LED will stay on  
when option ROM initialization is complete.  
OS Start  
Just before BIOS transfers control to the  
operating system, this LED will light and  
stay on.  
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Status LEDs  
The LEDs in Table 5 indicate various board activities and error conditions on the board.  
Table 5. Status LEDs  
Item/Callout LED  
LED  
Color  
Description  
HD Activity  
H
Blue  
This LED blinks to indicate the activity of  
SATA drives connected to the board.  
CPU Hot  
VR Hot  
I
J
Red  
Red  
The LED indicates an elevated  
temperature on the processor that could  
affect board performance.  
This LED indicates an elevated  
temperature in the processor voltage  
regulator circuit that could affect board  
performance.  
CPU Error  
F
Red  
Red  
Indicates that the system has experienced  
a catastrophic error and cannot continue  
to operate.  
Power Fault  
M
The system power supply is  
malfunctioning.  
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)  
A Nuvoton* WPCT210 TPM component on the Desktop Board is designed to enhance  
platform security above-and-beyond the capabilities of today’s software by providing a  
protected space for key operations and other security critical tasks. Using both  
hardware and software, the TPM protects encryption and signature keys at their most  
vulnerable stages—operations when the keys are being used unencrypted in plain-text  
form. The TPM is specifically designed to shield unencrypted keys and platform  
authentication information from software-based attacks.  
For information about enabling and activating the TPM, refer to the Trusted Platform  
Module (TPM) Quick Reference Guide included with the board.  
Speaker  
A speaker is mounted on the Desktop Board. The speaker provides audible error code  
(beep code) information during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Refer to Appendix A  
for a description of the board’s beep codes.  
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Battery  
A battery on the Desktop Board keeps the values in CMOS RAM and the clock current  
when the computer is turned off and disconnected from AC power. Go to page 56 for  
instructions on how to replace the battery.  
Real-Time Clock  
The Desktop Board has a time-of-day clock and 100-year calendar. The battery on the  
Desktop Board keeps the clock current when the computer is turned off.  
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Board Components  
This chapter tells you how to:  
Install the I/O shield  
Install the Desktop Board  
Install a processor  
Install memory  
Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card  
Connect the Serial ATA cables  
Connect to the internal headers and connectors  
Connect to the audio system  
Connect chassis fan and power supply cables  
Set the BIOS configuration jumper  
Clear passwords  
Replace the battery  
Before You Begin  
CAUTIONS  
The procedures in this chapter assume familiarity with the general terminology  
associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory  
compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment.  
Disconnect the computer from its power source and from any telecommunications  
links, networks, or modems before performing any of the procedures described in this  
chapter. Failure to disconnect power, telecommunications links, networks, or modems  
before you open the computer or perform any procedures can result in personal injury  
or equipment damage. Some circuitry on the board can continue to operate even  
though the front panel power button is off.  
Follow these guidelines before you begin:  
Always follow the steps in each procedure in the correct order.  
Set up a log to record information about your computer, such as model, serial  
numbers, installed options, and configuration information.  
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage components. Perform the procedures  
described in this chapter only at an ESD workstation using an antistatic wrist strap  
and a conductive foam pad. If such a station is not available, you can provide  
some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap and attaching it to a  
metal part of the computer chassis.  
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Installation Precautions  
When you install and test the Intel Desktop Board, observe all warnings and cautions  
in the installation instructions.  
To avoid injury, be careful of:  
Sharp pins on connectors  
Sharp pins on printed circuit assemblies  
Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis  
Hot components (such as processors, voltage regulators, and heat sinks)  
Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit  
Observe all warnings and cautions that instruct you to refer computer servicing to  
qualified technical personnel.  
Prevent Power Supply Overload  
Do not overload the power supply output. To avoid overloading the power supply,  
make sure that the calculated total current loads of all the modules within the  
computer is less than the output current rating of each of the power supplies output  
circuits.  
Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements  
Read and follow the instructions in this section and the instructions supplied with the  
chassis and associated modules. If you do not follow these instructions and the  
instructions provided by the chassis and module suppliers, you increase your safety  
risk and the possibility of noncompliance with regional laws and regulations. If the  
instructions for the chassis are inconsistent with these instructions or the instructions  
for associated modules, contact the supplier to find out how you can ensure that your  
computer meets safety and regulatory requirements.  
For information about the Desktop Board’s regulatory compliance, refer to Appendix B.  
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Installing the I/O Shield  
The Desktop Board comes with an I/O shield. When installed in the chassis, the shield  
blocks radio frequency transmissions, protects internal components from dust and  
foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within the chassis.  
Install the I/O shield before installing the Desktop Board in the chassis. Place the  
shield inside the chassis as shown in Figure 8. Press the shield into place so that it fits  
tightly and securely. If the shield does not fit, obtain a properly sized shield from the  
chassis supplier.  
Figure 8. Installing the I/O Shield  
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CAUTION  
Only qualified technical personnel should perform this procedure. Disconnect the  
computer from its power source before performing the procedures described here.  
Failure to disconnect the power before you open the computer can result in personal  
injury or equipment damage.  
Refer to your chassis manual for instructions on installing and removing the Desktop  
Board.  
Figure 9 shows the location of the mounting screw holes for Intel Desktop Board  
DX79TO.  
Figure 9. Intel Desktop Board DX79TO Mounting Screw Hole Locations  
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Installing a Processor  
CAUTION  
Before installing or removing a processor, make sure the AC power has been removed  
by unplugging the power cord from the computer; the standby power LED should not  
be lit (see Figure 5 on page 24). Failure to do so could damage the processor and the  
board.  
To install a processor, follow these instructions:  
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.  
2. Open the socket lever marked “OPEN 1st” by pushing the lever down and away  
from the socket (Figure 10, A and B). Do not force the lever up to the fully open  
position.  
3. Open the socket lever marked “CLOSE 1st” by pushing the lever down and away  
from the socket (Figure 10, C and D). Rotate the socket lever to its fully open  
position as shown  
Figure 10. Unlatch the Socket Levers  
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4. Push down on the lever “OPEN 1st” (Figure 11, A) to lift the socket load plate as  
shown. Grasp the load plate and lift up to open it fully (Figure 11, B). Do not  
touch the socket contacts.  
Figure 11. Open the Load Plate  
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5. Remove the processor from it’s packaging and insert in the socket as shown in  
Figure 12. Make sure the gold-colored triangle indicating pin 1 on the processor  
aligns with the triangle on the socket (Figure 12, A) before you lower the processor  
into place. Lower the processor (Figure 12, B) straight down without tilting or  
sliding it in the socket.  
Figure 12. Install the Processor  
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7. Close the load plate (Figure 13, A). After the load plate is closed, engage the  
socket lever labeled “CLOSE 1st” (Figure 13, B) under the latch. As the socket  
lever is latched, the socket cover (Figure 13, C) will pop off as shown. Engage the  
socket lever labeled “OPEN 1st” (Figure 13, D) under the latch.  
Figure 13. Close the Load Plate  
8. Pickup the socket cover (Figure 13, C) and remove it from the board.  
NOTE  
Do not discard the socket cover; save it for possible future use. Always replace  
the socket cover if you remove the processor from the socket.  
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Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink  
The LGA2011 processor socket has four threaded holes for mounting a processor fan  
heat sink. Figure 14 shows installation of a typical processor fan heat sink; yours may  
differ. For detailed instructions on attaching a processor fan heat sink to the Desktop  
Board, refer to the Intel boxed processor manual, Intel boxed thermal solution  
manual, or instructions third-party thermal solution providers.  
Connect the processor fan heat sink cable to the 4-pin processor fan header (see  
Figure 14). A fan with a 4-pin connector as shown in Figure 14 is recommended;  
however, fans with a 3-pin connectors can be used. However, since a 3-wire fan  
cannot use the onboard fan control, the fan will always operate at full speed.  
Figure 14. Installing a Fan Heat Sink and Connecting the Cable to the  
Processor Fan Header  
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Installing and Removing Memory  
Intel Desktop board DX79TO has eight 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets arranged in four  
channels (A, B, C, and D). See Figure 2 for the memory layout.  
For optimal memory performance:  
Install DIMMs in numerical order (1-8).  
For dual-, tri-, and quad-channel operation install matched DIMMs of equal speed  
and size in each channel.  
If you are installing four or fewer DIMMs, use the blue sockets.  
Installing DIMMs  
NOTE  
Using a DIMM with a voltage rating higher than 1.65 V may damage the processor.  
To install a DIMM, follow these steps:  
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.  
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer  
and disconnect the AC power cord.  
3. Remove the computer’s cover and locate the DIMM sockets (see Figure 15).  
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Figure 15. Installing a DIMM  
4. Make sure the clips at either end of the DIMM socket(s) are pushed outward to the  
open position.  
5. Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its anti-static package.  
6. Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of  
the DIMM with the keys in the socket (see inset in Figure 15).  
7. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket.  
8. When the DIMM is inserted, push down on the top edge of the DIMM until the  
retaining clips snap into place. Make sure the clips are firmly in place.  
9. Replace the computer’s cover and reconnect the AC power cord.  
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Removing DIMMs  
To remove a DIMM, follow these steps:  
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.  
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer.  
3. Remove the AC power cord from the computer.  
4. Remove the computer’s cover.  
5. Gently spread the retaining clips at each end of the DIMM socket. The DIMM pops  
out of the socket.  
6. Hold the DIMM by the edges, lift it away from the socket, and store it in an  
anti-static package.  
7. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the DIMM  
sockets.  
8. Replace the computer’s cover and reconnect the AC power cord.  
Installing and Removing PCI Express x16  
Add-in Cards  
CAUTION  
When installing a PCI Express card on the Desktop Board, ensure that the card is fully  
seated in the PCI Express connector before you power on the system. If the card is  
not fully seated in the connector, an electrical short may result across the connector  
pins. Depending on the over-current protection of the power supply, certain Desktop  
Board components and/or traces may be damaged.  
Installing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards  
If you are installing a single PCI Express x16 graphics card, install it in the PCI Express  
primary connector (Figure 16, A) for optimum performance.  
Follow these instructions to install a PCI Express x16 card:  
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.  
2. Place the card in a PCI Express x16 connector (Figure 16, A) and press down on  
the card until it is completely seated in the connector and the card retention notch  
on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism pin on the connector.  
3. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw  
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Figure 16. Installing a PCI Express x16 Card  
Removing a PCI Express x16 Add-in Card  
Follow these instructions to remove a PCI Express x16 card from a connector:  
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.  
2. Remove the screw (Figure 17, A) that secures the card’s metal bracket to the  
chassis back panel.  
3. Push the card ejector lever down using the tip of a pencil or similar tool  
(Figure 17, B) in the notch. This will release the card from the connector (C).  
4. Pull the card straight up.  
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Figure 17. Removing a PCI Express x16 Card  
Installing Linked PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards  
The Desktop Board supports the use of linked PCI Express x16 graphics cards with  
Nvidia SLI technology and AMD CrossFire X technology.  
When installing linked graphics cards in the PCI Express x16 connectors, refer to the  
card manufacturer’s instructions to determine correct card placement and  
interconnection. Use the connectors included with the Desktop Board to connect the  
graphics cards together.  
NOTE  
The installations steps that follow provide general instructions, for more complete  
installation and configuration information refer to the documentation supplied by the  
graphics card manufacturer or visit their website.  
To install two linked PCI Express graphics cards:  
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.  
2. Install the first card in the PCI Express x16 connector as described in “Installing  
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3. Place the second card in the secondary PCI Express x16 connector (Figure 18, A)  
and press down on the card until it is completely seated in the connector and the  
card retention notch on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism  
pin on the connector.  
4. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw  
5. Connect the two cards together with the SLI bridge (Figure 18, C) as shown.  
6. Connect the monitor cable to the graphics card according to the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
Figure 18. Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards  
For more complete installation and configuration information refer to the  
documentation supplied by the graphics card manufacturer or visit their website.  
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Connecting SATA Cables  
SATA cables support the Serial ATA protocol. Each cable can be used to connect one  
internal SATA drive to the Desktop Board. The blue connectors support SATA 6 Gb/s  
and lower transfer rates and the black connectors support SATA 3 Gb/s and lower  
transfer rates. For correct cable function:  
1. Observe the precaution in “Before You Begin” on page 31.  
2. Attach one end of the SATA cable to one of the SATA connectors on the board  
(Figure 19, A) and attach the other end of the cable to the SATA drive  
Figure 19. Connecting the Serial ATA Cables  
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Connecting to the Internal Headers and  
Connectors  
Before connecting cables to any of the internal headers or connectors, observe the  
precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 31. Figure 20 shows the location of the  
internal headers on Intel Desktop Board DX79TO.  
Figure 20. Internal Headers  
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Front Panel Audio Header  
Figure 20, A shows the location of the front panel audio header. Table 6 shows the pin  
assignments and signal names for the front panel audio header.  
Table 6. Front Panel Audio Header Signal Names  
Pin  
1
Signal Name  
PORT 1L  
Pin  
2
Signal Name  
GND  
3
PORT 1R  
4
PRESENCE#  
SENSE1_RETURN  
KEY (no pin)  
SENSE2_RETURN  
5
PORT 2R  
6
7
SENSE_SEND  
PORT 2L  
8
9
10  
Chassis Intrusion Header  
Figure 20, B shows the location of the chassis intrusion header. This header can be  
connected to a mechanical switch on the chassis to detect if the chassis cover is  
removed.  
Table 7 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the chassis intrusion header.  
Table 7. Chassis Intrusion Header Signal Names  
Pin  
1
Description  
Intruder  
2
Ground  
IEEE 1394a Header  
Figure 20, C shows the location of the IEEE 1394a header. Table 8 shows the pin  
assignments and signal names for the IEEE 1394a header.  
Table 8. IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names  
Pin  
1
Signal Name  
TPA1+  
Pin  
2
Signal Name  
TPA1-  
3
Ground  
4
Ground  
TPA2-  
5
TPA2+  
6
7
+12 V  
8
+12 V  
9
Key (no pin)  
10  
Ground  
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Consumer IR (CIR) Headers  
The Desktop Board has two CIR headers: the input or receiver header (Figure 20, F)  
and the output or emitter header (Figure 20, D). The receiver header consists of a  
filtered translated infrared input compliant with Microsoft CIR specifications and a  
“learning” infrared input. The learning input is a high-pass input which the computer  
can use to “learn” to speak the infrared communication language of other user  
remotes. The emitter header consists of two output ports which the computer can use  
to emulate “learned” infrared commands in order to control external electronic  
hardware.  
NOTE  
The Consumer IR option must be enabled in the system BIOS before it can  
function. Press <F2> at boot to enter the system BIOS, and go to Advanced >  
Peripheral Configuration > Enhanced Consumer IR, and set this option to  
Enabled.  
Table 9 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the front panel CIR receiver  
(input) header and Table 10 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the back  
panel CIR emitter (output) header.  
Table 9. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header Signal Names  
Pin  
1
Signal Name  
Ground  
Pin  
2
Signal Name  
LED  
3
No Connection  
+5 V Standby  
Key (no pin)  
4
Learn-In  
Vcc  
5
6
7
8
CIR Input  
Table 10.Back Panel CIR Header Emitter (Output) Header Signal Names  
Pin  
1
Signal Name  
Emitter Out 1  
Ground  
Pin  
2
Signal Name  
Emitter Out 2  
Key (no pin)  
Jack Detect 2  
3
4
5
Jack Detect 1  
6
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USB 2.0 Headers  
Figure 20, E shows the location of the USB 2.0 headers. Table 11 shows the pin  
assignments and signal names for each USB 2.0 header. Each USB header can be  
used to connect two USB devices.  
Table 11.USB 2.0 Header Signal Names  
USB Port A  
Signal Name  
Power (+5 V)  
USB Port B  
Signal Name  
Power (+5 V)  
D-  
Pin  
1
3
Pin  
2
4
D-  
5
D+  
6
D+  
7
9
Ground  
Key  
8
10  
Ground  
No Connection  
NOTE  
Computer systems that have an unshielded cable attached to a USB port might not  
meet FCC Class B requirements, even if no device or a low-speed USB device is  
attached to the cable. Use a shielded cable that meets the requirements for a  
full-speed USB device.  
Front Panel Header  
Figure 20, G shows the location of the front panel header. Table 12 shows the pin  
assignments and signal names for the front panel header.  
Table 12.Front Panel Header Signal Names  
Pin Description  
Hard Drive Activity LED  
Hard disk LED pull-up to +5 V Out  
In/Out Pin Description  
In/Out  
Power LED  
1
3
2
4
Front panel green LED  
Front panel yellow LED  
On/Off Switch  
Power switch  
Out  
Out  
Hard disk active LED  
Reset Switch  
Ground  
Out  
5
7
6
8
In  
Reset switch  
Power  
In  
Ground  
Not Connected  
No pin  
9
Power  
Out  
10  
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Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header  
Figure 20, H shows the location of the alternate front panel power LED header. Pins 1  
and 3 of this header duplicate the signals on pins 2 and 4 of the front panel header. If  
your chassis has a three-pin power LED cable, connect it to this header.  
Table 13 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the alternate front panel  
power LED header.  
Table 13.Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Signal Names  
Pin  
1
Description  
In/Out  
Front panel green LED  
No pin  
Out  
2
3
Front panel yellow LED  
Out  
Connecting to the Audio System  
After installing the RealTek audio driver from the Intel® Express Installer DVD, the  
multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. Figure 21 shows the back panel audio  
connectors. The default connector assignments are shown in the table.  
Item  
A
Description  
Line In  
B
Line Out  
Mic In  
C
Figure 21. Back Panel Audio Connectors  
NOTE  
The back panel line out connector is designed to power either headphones or amplified  
speakers only. Poor audio quality may occur if passive (non-amplified) speakers are  
connected to this output.  
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Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply  
Cables  
Connecting Chassis Fan Cables  
Connect chassis fan cables to the chassis fan headers on the Desktop Board.  
Figure 22 shows the location of the chassis fan headers. The board supports 4-wire  
and 3-wire fans.  
Figure 22. Location of the Chassis Fan Headers  
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Connecting Power Supply Cables  
Figure 23 shows the location of the power connectors.  
CAUTION  
Failure to use an appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V  
(Figure 23, A) power connector to the Desktop Board may result in damage to the  
board or the system may not function properly.  
The 2 x 12 pin main power connector (Figure 23, B) is backwards compatible with  
ATX12V power supplies with 2 x 10 connectors.  
Figure 23. Connecting Power Supply Cables  
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.  
2. Connect the 12 V processor core voltage power supply cable to the 2 x 4 pin  
3. Connect the main power supply cable to the 2 x 12 pin connector (Figure 23, B).  
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Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper  
NOTE  
Always turn off the power to the computer before moving the jumper. Moving the  
jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation.  
Figure 24 shows the location of the Desktop Board’s BIOS configuration jumper block.  
Figure 24. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block  
The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables all board configurations to be done in the  
BIOS Setup program. Table 14 shows the jumper settings for the BIOS Setup  
program modes.  
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Table 14.Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes  
Mode  
Description  
Normal (default) (1-2)  
The BIOS uses the current configuration and  
passwords for booting.  
Configure (2-3)  
Recovery (None)  
After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the  
BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Use this  
menu to clear passwords.  
The BIOS recovers data in the event of a failed  
BIOS update.  
Clearing Passwords  
This procedure assumes that the board is installed in the computer and the  
configuration jumper block is set to normal mode.  
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.  
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer.  
Disconnect the computer’s power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or  
power adapter).  
3. Remove the computer cover.  
4. Find the configuration jumper block (see Figure 24).  
5. Place the jumper on pins 2-3.  
6. Replace the cover, plug in the computer, turn on the computer, and allow it to  
boot.  
7. The computer starts the Setup program. Setup displays the Maintenance menu.  
8. Use the arrow keys to select Clear Passwords. Press <Enter> and Setup displays a  
pop-up screen requesting that you confirm clearing the password. Select Yes and  
press <Enter>. Setup displays the maintenance menu again.  
9. Press <F10> to save the current values and exit Setup.  
10.Turn off the computer. Disconnect the computer’s power cord from the AC power  
source.  
11.Remove the computer cover.  
12.To restore normal operation, place the jumper on pins 1-2 as shown below.  
13.Replace the cover, plug in the computer, and turn on the computer.  
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Replacing the Battery  
A coin-cell battery (CR2032) powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory. When  
the computer is not plugged into a wall socket, the battery has an estimated life of  
three years. When the computer is plugged in, the standby current from the power  
supply extends the life of the battery. The clock is accurate to ± 13 minutes/year at  
25 ºC with 3.3 VSB applied.  
When the voltage drops below a certain level, the BIOS Setup program settings stored  
in CMOS RAM (for example, the date and time) might not be accurate. Replace the  
battery with an equivalent one. Figure 25 on page 61 shows the location of the  
battery.  
CAUTION  
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries should be  
recycled where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in accordance with local  
environmental regulations.  
PRÉCAUTION  
Risque d'explosion si la pile usagée est remplacée par une pile de type incorrect. Les  
piles usagées doivent être recyclées dans la mesure du possible. La mise au rebut des  
piles usagées doit respecter les réglementations locales en vigueur en matière de  
protection de l'environnement.  
FORHOLDSREGEL  
Eksplosionsfare, hvis batteriet erstattes med et batteri af en forkert type. Batterier  
bør om muligt genbruges. Bortskaffelse af brugte batterier bør foregå i  
overensstemmelse med gældende miljølovgivning.  
OBS!  
Det kan oppstå eksplosjonsfare hvis batteriet skiftes ut med feil type. Brukte batterier  
bør kastes i henhold til gjeldende miljølovgivning.  
VIKTIGT!  
Risk för explosion om batteriet ersätts med felaktig batterityp. Batterier ska kasseras  
enligt de lokala miljövårdsbestämmelserna.  
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VARO  
Räjähdysvaara, jos pariston tyyppi on väärä. Paristot on kierrätettävä, jos se on  
mahdollista. Käytetyt paristot on hävitettävä paikallisten ympäristömääräysten  
mukaisesti.  
VORSICHT  
Bei falschem Einsetzen einer neuen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Die Batterie  
darf nur durch denselben oder einen entsprechenden, vom Hersteller empfohlenen  
Batterietyp ersetzt werden. Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien den Anweisungen  
des Herstellers entsprechend.  
AVVERTIMENTO  
Esiste il pericolo di un esplosione se la pila non viene sostituita in modo corretto.  
Utilizzare solo pile uguali o di tipo equivalente a quelle consigliate dal produttore. Per  
disfarsi delle pile usate, seguire le istruzioni del produttore.  
PRECAUCIÓN  
Existe peligro de explosión si la pila no se cambia de forma adecuada. Utilice  
solamente pilas iguales o del mismo tipo que las recomendadas por el fabricante del  
equipo. Para deshacerse de las pilas usadas, siga igualmente las instrucciones del  
fabricante.  
WAARSCHUWING  
Er bestaat ontploffingsgevaar als de batterij wordt vervangen door een onjuist type  
batterij. Batterijen moeten zoveel mogelijk worden gerecycled. Houd u bij het  
weggooien van gebruikte batterijen aan de plaatselijke milieuwetgeving.  
ATENÇÃO  
Haverá risco de explosão se a bateria for substituída por um tipo de bateria incorreto.  
As baterias devem ser recicladas nos locais apropriados. A eliminação de baterias  
usadas deve ser feita de acordo com as regulamentações ambientais da região.  
AŚCIAROŽZNAŚĆ  
Існуе рызыка выбуху, калі заменены акумулятар неправільнага тыпу.  
Акумулятары павінны, па магчымасці, перепрацоўвацца. Пазбаўляцца ад старых  
акумулятараў патрэбна згодна з мясцовым заканадаўствам па экалогіі.  
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UPOZORNÌNÍ  
V případě výměny baterie za nesprávný druh může dojít k výbuchu. Je-li to možné,  
baterie by měly být recyklovány. Baterie je třeba zlikvidovat v souladu s místními  
předpisy o životním prostředí.  
Προσοχή  
Υπάρχει κίνδυνος για έκρηξη σε περίπτωση που η μπαταρία αντικατασταθεί από μία  
λανθασμένου τύπου. Οι μπαταρίες θα πρέπει να ανακυκλώνονται όταν κάτι τέτοιο είναι  
δυνατό. Η απόρριψη των χρησιμοποιημένων μπαταριών πρέπει να γίνεται σύμφωνα με  
τους κατά τόπο περιβαλλοντικούς κανονισμούς.  
VIGYÁZAT  
Ha a telepet nem a megfelelő típusú telepre cseréli, az felrobbanhat. A telepeket  
lehetőség szerint újra kell hasznosítani. A használt telepeket a helyi környezetvédelmi  
előírásoknak megfelelően kell kiselejtezni.  
AWAS  
Risiko letupan wujud jika bateri digantikan dengan jenis yang tidak betul. Bateri  
sepatutnya dikitar semula jika boleh. Pelupusan bateri terpakai mestilah mematuhi  
peraturan alam sekitar tempatan.  
OSTRZEŻENIE  
Istnieje niebezpieczeństwo wybuchu w przypadku zastosowania niewłaściwego typu  
baterii. Zużyte baterie należy w miarę możliwości utylizować zgodnie z odpowiednimi  
przepisami ochrony środowiska.  
PRECAUŢIE  
Risc de explozie, dacă bateria este înlocuită cu un tip de baterie necorespunzător.  
Bateriile trebuie reciclate, dacă este posibil. Depozitarea bateriilor uzate trebuie să  
respecte reglementările locale privind protecţia mediului.  
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ВНИМАНИЕ  
При использовании батареи несоответствующего типа существует риск ее взрыва.  
Батареи должны быть утилизированы по возможности. Утилизация батарей должна  
проводится по правилам, соответствующим местным требованиям.  
UPOZORNENIE  
Ak batériu vymeníte za nesprávny typ, hrozí nebezpečenstvo jej výbuchu. Batérie by  
sa mali podľa možnosti vždy recyklovať. Likvidácia použitých batérií sa musí vykonávať  
v súlade s miestnymi predpismi na ochranu životného prostredia.  
POZOR  
Zamenjava baterije z baterijo drugačnega tipa lahko povzroči eksplozijo.  
Če je mogoče, baterije reciklirajte. Rabljene baterije zavrzite v skladu z lokalnimi  
okoljevarstvenimi predpisi.  
.
UYARI  
Yanlış türde pil takıldığında patlama riski vardır. Piller mümkün olduğunda geri  
dönüştürülmelidir. Kullanılmış piller, yerel çevre yasalarına uygun olarak atılmalıdır.  
OСТОРОГА  
Використовуйте батареї правильного типу, інакше існуватиме ризик вибуху.  
Якщо можливо, використані батареї слід утилізувати. Утилізація використаних  
батарей має бути виконана згідно місцевих норм, що регулюють охорону довкілля.  
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To replace the battery, follow these steps:  
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" (see page 31).  
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Disconnect the  
computer’s power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or power adapter).  
3. Remove the computer cover.  
4. Locate the battery on the board (see Figure 25).  
5. Push the retaining clip away from the battery as shown in Figure 25 and remove  
the battery from its connector by lifting up. Note the orientation of the “+” and “-”  
on the battery.  
6. Install the new battery in the connector, orienting the “+” and “-” correctly.  
7. Replace the computer cover.  
Figure 25. Removing the Battery  
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The BIOS Setup program can be used to view and change the BIOS settings for the  
computer. You can access the BIOS Setup program by pressing the F2 key after the  
Power-On Self-Test (POST) memory test begins and before the operating system boot  
begins.  
This chapter tells you how to update the BIOS by either using the Intel Express BIOS  
Update utility or the Intel® Flash Memory Update Utility, and how to recover the BIOS  
if an update fails.  
Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express  
BIOS Update Utility  
With the Intel Express BIOS Update utility you can update the system BIOS while in  
the Windows environment. The BIOS file is included in an automated update utility  
that combines the functionality of the Intel Flash Memory Update Utility and the ease  
of use of Windows-based installation wizards.  
To update the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update utility:  
1. Go to the Intel World Wide Web site Download Center at  
2. Navigate to the DX79TO page. Click on the “BIOS Update” link and then select the  
Express BIOS Update file.  
3. Download the file to your hard drive. (You can also save this file to a removable  
USB device. This is useful if you are updating the BIOS for multiple identical  
systems.)  
4. Close all other applications. This step is required. Your system will be rebooted at  
the last Express BIOS Update window.  
5. Double-click the executable file from the location on your hard drive where it was  
saved. This runs the update program.  
6. Follow the instructions provided in the dialog boxes to complete the BIOS update.  
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Updating the BIOS Using the F7 Function Key  
To use this BIOS update method:  
1. Download and save the Recovery BIOS (.BIO) file to a temporary directory.  
2. Copy the .BIO file to a USB thumb drive.  
3. Plug the thumb drive into a USB port of the target computer.  
4. Shut down the target computer.  
5. Enable the F7 prompt display:  
a. Power the computer on.  
b. Enter the BIOS Setup by pressing the F2 key during boot.  
c. Go to the Advanced > Boot Configuration menu.  
d. Enable Display F7 to Update BIOS  
e. Press the F10 key to save and exit.  
6. During boot, when the F7 prompt is displayed, press the F7 key to enter the BIOS  
Flash Update tool.  
7. Select the USB thumb drive and press Enter.  
8. Select the .BIO file and press Enter  
9. Confirm you want to update the BIOS by pressing Enter.  
10.Wait 2-5 minutes for the update to complete.  
11.Remove the thumb drive.  
12.Restart the computer.  
Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Flash  
Memory Update Utility  
You can use the information in this section to update the BIOS using the Intel® Flash  
Memory Update Utility. With the Intel Flash Memory Update Utility you can update the  
system BIOS from a bootable CD-ROM, bootable USB flash drive, or other bootable  
USB media.  
You can update to a new version of the BIOS by using the Intel Flash Memory BIOS  
update file. The Intel Flash Memory BIOS update file is a compressed file that contains  
the files you need to update the BIOS. The BIOS update file contains:  
New BIOS file (including the Intel® Management Engine (Intel® ME) Firmware  
Image)  
Intel® Integrator Toolkit Configuration File (optional)  
Intel Flash Memory Update Utility  
You can obtain this file through your computer supplier or by navigating to the Intel  
Desktop Board DX79TO page on the Intel World Wide Web site Download Center at  
On the DX79TO page, click on the “BIOS Update” link and then select the Iflash BIOS  
Update file.  
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NOTE  
Review the instructions distributed with the update utility before attempting a BIOS  
update.  
CAUTION  
Do not interrupt the process or the system may not function properly.  
1. Uncompress the BIOS update file and copy the .BIO file, IFLASH2.EXE, and .ITK file  
(optional) to a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media.  
2. Configure the BIOS or use the F10 key option during POST to boot to the USB  
device.  
3. Manually run the IFLASH2.EXE file from the USB device and manually update the  
BIOS.  
CAUTION  
DO NOT POWER DOWN YOUR COMPUTER before the update is complete. The update  
may take up to 5 minutes.  
Recovering the BIOS  
It is unlikely that anything will interrupt the BIOS update; however, if an interruption  
occurs, the BIOS could be damaged. Due to BIOS size and recovery requirements, a  
CD-R with the .BIO file in the root directory will be required.  
You can obtain the Recovery BIOS Update file through your computer supplier or by  
navigating to the Intel Desktop Board DX79TO page on the Intel World Wide Web site  
Download Center at http://downloadcenter.intel.com.  
On the Intel Desktop Board DX79TO page, click on the “BIOS Update” link and then  
select the Recovery BIOS Update file.  
NOTE  
For more information about updating the Intel Desktop Board BIOS or recovering from  
a BIOS update failure, go to  
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Rapid Storage Technology  
NOTE  
Intel RST requires a Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, or Microsoft  
Windows XP operating system and SATA hard drives.  
This section describes how to:  
Configure the BIOS for RAID  
Create a RAID Set  
Load the Intel RST RAID Drivers and Software (required for Microsoft Windows XP  
installation only)  
Create a “RAID Ready System”  
Configuring the BIOS  
1. Assemble your system and attach two or more SATA hard drives to the black SATA  
connectors.  
2. Enter system BIOS Setup by pressing <F2> after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST)  
memory tests begin.  
3. Go to Configuration SATA Drives.  
4. Select Chipset SATA Mode and change the value to RAID.  
5. Then save your settings by pressing <F10>.  
Creating Your RAID Set  
1. Upon re-boot, you will see the following Intel Rapid Storage Manager option ROM  
status message on the screen: Press <Ctrl-I> to enter the RAID  
Configuration Utility. Press <Ctrl-I> and enter the RAID Configuration Utility.  
2. In the Intel Rapid Storage Manager option ROM Main Menu, select option #1:  
Create RAID Volume. Enter a volume name (using English alphanumeric ASCII  
characters) and press <Enter>.  
3. Use the arrow keys to select RAID 0 or RAID 1 (if only two SATA drives are  
available), RAID 5 and RAID 10 (these options will only appear if three or four  
SATA drives are installed respectively). Press <Enter> once you have selected the  
RAID LEVEL.  
4. Select the drives to be used in the RAID array (only if there are more than two  
drives available) and press <Enter>.  
5. Select the strip size, if necessary, and press <Enter>.  
6. Enter the size of the volume (if you enter less than the maximum volume size, you  
can then create a second RAID array on the remaining portion of your volume) and  
press <Enter>.  
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7. Finally, press <Enter> to Create Volume.  
8. Exit the Option ROM user interface by pressing <Esc> or going to the EXIT option  
in the MAIN MENU.  
Loading the Intel RST RAID Drivers and Software  
(Required for Microsoft Windows XP Installation)  
1. Begin Windows Setup by booting from the Windows installation CD.  
2. At the beginning of Windows Setup, press <F6> to install a third-party SCSI or  
RAID driver. When prompted, insert the diskette that contains the Intel RST RAID  
Driver in a USB floppy disk drive. Refer to  
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/916196/en-us for information on supported USB  
floppy disk drives. Install the Intel® SATA RAID Controller driver.  
3. Finish the Windows installation and install all necessary drivers.  
4. Install the Intel Rapid Storage Console software via the Intel Express Installer DVD  
included with your Desktop Board or after downloading it from the Internet at  
Console software can be used to manage the RAID configuration.  
Setting Up a “RAID Ready” System  
The Intel RST Console software offers the flexibility to upgrade from a single SATA  
drive to RAID without reinstalling the operating system when a second SATA hard  
drive is added to the system.  
Follow the steps described above in: "Configuring the BIOS" and "Loading the Intel  
RST RAID Drivers and Software."  
Once additional SATA drives have been added to the system, open the Intel RST  
Console Software and follow the directions to update to a RAID setup.  
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Intel Desktop Board DX79TO reports POST errors in three ways:  
By sounding a beep code and blinking the front panel power LED  
By displaying an error message on the monitor  
By displaying diagnostic progress codes (POST codes)  
BIOS Error Codes  
Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board’s  
speaker to beep and the front panel power LED to blink an error message indicating  
the problem (see Table 15).  
Table 15.BIOS Beep Codes  
Type  
Pattern  
Processor  
One 0.5 second beep when the CPU initialization process  
initialization complete completes.  
POST complete  
Video error  
One 0.5 second beep when POST completes.  
On-off (0.5 seconds each) two times, then 3.0 second pause  
(off), entire pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the system  
is powered off.  
Memory error  
On-off (0.5 seconds each) three times, then 3.0 second pause  
(off), entire pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the system  
is powered off.  
Thermal trip warning On-off (0.5 seconds each) four times, then 3.0 second pause  
(off), entire pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the  
sixteenth beep, then ends.  
Table 16.Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes  
Type  
Pattern  
Processor  
On when the system powers up, then off for 0.5 seconds.  
initialization complete  
POST complete  
On when the system powers up, then off for 0.5 seconds.  
BIOS update in  
progress  
Off when the update begins, then on for 0.5 seconds, then off for  
0.5 seconds. The pattern repeats until the BIOS update is  
complete.  
Video error  
On-off (0.5 seconds each) two times, then 3.0 second pause  
(off), entire pattern repeats (blink and pause) until the system is  
powered off.  
Memory error  
On-off (0.5 seconds each) three times, then 3.0 second pause  
(off), entire pattern repeats (blinks and pause) until the system  
is powered off.  
Thermal trip warning On-off (0.5 seconds each) four times, then 3.0 second pause  
(off), entire pattern repeats (blinks and pause) until the  
sixteenth blink, then ends.  
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BIOS Error Messages  
When a recoverable error occurs during the POST, the BIOS displays an error message  
describing the problem. Table 17 gives an explanation of the BIOS error messages.  
Table 17.BIOS Error Messages  
Error Message  
Explanation  
PROCESSOR_THERMAL_TRIP_ERROR Processor was previously shutdown due to a thermal  
event (overheating).  
CMOS_BATTERY_ERROR  
The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery failure  
occurred.  
CMOS_CHECKSUM_ERROR  
CMOS_TIMER_ERROR  
The firmware has detected that a CMOS Checksum Error  
occurred.  
The firmware has detected that the system date/time  
has not been set.  
MEMORY_SIZE_DECREASE_ERROR  
The firmware has detected that the system memory has  
decreased.  
INTRUDER_DETECTION_ERROR  
SPD_TOLER_ERROR  
The system chassis was opened.  
SERIAL PRESENCE DETECT (SPD) device data missing or  
inconclusive. Properly programmed SPD device data is  
required for reliable operation.  
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Port 80h POST Codes  
During the POST, the BIOS generates diagnostic progress codes (POST codes) to I/O  
port 80h. If the POST fails, execution stops and the last POST code generated is left  
at port 80h and displayed on the Desktop Board’s seven-segment LED display shown  
in Figure 26. This code is useful for determining the point where an error occurred  
during the POST.  
Figure 26. POST Code LED Display  
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Table 18 lists the Port 80h POST codes in hexadecimal notation.  
Table 18.Port 80h POST Codes  
POST Code  
Description  
ACPI S States  
00  
Entering S0 state, standard  
Entering S1-S5 state  
01-05  
10, 20, 30,  
40, 50  
Resuming from S1-S5 state  
Security Phase (SEC)  
08  
Starting BIOS execution after CPU BIST  
SPI prefetching and caching  
Load BSP/APS microcode  
Platform program base addresses  
Wake up all APS  
09  
0A, 0B  
0C  
0D  
0E  
Initialize NEM  
0F  
Pass entry point of the PEI core  
PEI Phase Before MRC  
Set bootmode, GPIO init  
11  
12  
Early chipset register programming  
Basic PCH init, discrete device init  
LAN init  
13  
14  
15  
Exit early platform init driver  
SMBUS driver init  
16  
17, 18  
19, 1A  
1B, 1C  
Entry/Exit to SMBUS execute read/write  
Entry/Exit to CK505 programming  
Entry/Exit to PEI overclock programming  
MEC Memory Detection  
MRC entry point  
21  
23  
24  
27  
28  
29  
Reading SPD from memory DIMMs  
Detecting presence of memory DIMMs  
Configuring memory  
Testing memory  
Exit MRC driver  
PEI After MRC  
2A, 2B  
Start/finish programming MTRR settings  
continued  
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Table 18.Port 80h POST Codes (continued)  
PEIMs/Recovery  
Recovery has initiate, load, valid  
CPU Initialization (PEI, DXE, SMM)  
Begin to end CPU PEI init  
31, 33, 34  
41-43  
44-46  
47-4C  
4D-4F  
Begin to end CPU SMM init/relocate bases  
CPU DXE phase begin to end  
CPU DXE SMM phase begin to end  
I/O Buses  
PCI enumeration, allocation, hot plug  
Resetting USB bus  
50-52  
58, 59  
5A, 5B  
5F  
Resetting SATA bus and all devices  
Unrecoverable error, start with PIC  
Boot Device Selection (BDS)  
BDS driver entry  
60-6F  
E4  
Entered DXE phase  
E7  
Waiting for user input  
E8  
Checking password  
E9  
Entering BIOS setup  
EB  
Calling legacy option ROMs  
Keyboard/Mouse (PS/2 or USB)  
Keyboard initialization  
90-95  
98-9B  
Mouse initialization  
Fixed Media  
B0-BF  
Detecting and initializing fixed media  
Runtime Phase/EFI Operating System Boot  
EFI boot service ExitBootServices  
F8  
F9  
EFI runtime service SetVirtualAddressMap  
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B Regulatory Compliance  
This appendix contains the following regulatory compliance information for Intel  
Desktop Board DX79TO:  
Safety standards  
European Union Declaration of Conformity statement  
Product Ecology statements  
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations  
Product certifications  
Safety Standards  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO complies with the safety standards stated in Table 19  
when correctly installed in a compatible host system.  
Table 19.Safety Standards  
Regulation  
Title  
CSA/UL 60950-1  
Information Technology Equipment – Safety - Part 1: General  
Requirements (USA and Canada)  
EN 60950-1  
IEC 60950-1  
Information Technology Equipment – Safety - Part 1: General  
Requirements (European Union)  
Information Technology Equipment – Safety - Part 1: General  
Requirements (International)  
Battery Caution  
There is insufficient space on this Desktop Board to provide instructions for replacing  
and disposing of the Lithium ion coin cell battery. For system safety certification, the  
statement below or an equivalent statement is required to be permanently and legibly  
marked on the chassis near the battery.  
A suitable caution label is included with Intel Desktop Board DX79TO.  
CAUTION  
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries should be  
recycled where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in accordance with local  
environmental regulations.  
For information about replacing the battery, go to page 56.  
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European Union Declaration of Conformity  
Statement  
We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel®  
Desktop Board DX79TO is in conformity with all applicable essential requirements  
necessary for CE marking, following the provisions of the European Council Directives  
2004/108/EC (EMC Directive), 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage Directive), and 2002/95/EC  
(ROHS Directive).  
The product is properly CE marked demonstrating this conformity and is for  
distribution within all member states of the EU with no restrictions.  
This product follows the provisions of the European Directives 2004/108/EC,  
2006/95/EC and 2002/95/EC.  
Čeština Tento výrobek odpovídá požadavkům evropských směrnic 2004/108/EC,  
2006/95/EC a 2002/95/EC.  
Dansk Dette produkt er i overensstemmelse med det europæiske direktiv  
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.  
Dutch Dit product is in navolging van de bepalingen van Europees Directief  
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.  
Eesti Antud toode vastab Euroopa direktiivides 2004/108/EC, ja 2006/95/EC ja  
2002/95/EC kehtestatud nõuetele.  
Suomi Tämä tuote noudattaa EU-direktiivin 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC  
määräyksiä.  
Français Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la Directive Européenne  
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.  
Deutsch Dieses Produkt entspricht den Bestimmungen der Europäischen Richtlinie  
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.  
Ελληνικά Το παρόν προϊόν ακολουθεί τις διατάξεις των Ευρωπαϊκών Οδηγιών  
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC και 2002/95/EC.  
Magyar E termék megfelel a 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC és 2002/95/EC Európai  
Irányelv előírásainak.  
Icelandic Þessi vara stenst reglugerð Evrópska Efnahags Bandalagsins númer  
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, & 2002/95/EC.  
Italiano Questo prodotto è conforme alla Direttiva Europea 2004/108/EC,  
2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.  
Latviešu Šis produkts atbilst Eiropas Direktīvu 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC un  
2002/95/EC noteikumiem.  
Lietuvių Šis produktas atitinka Europos direktyvų 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, ir  
2002/95/EC nuostatas.  
Malti Dan il-prodott hu konformi mal-provvedimenti tad-Direttivi Ewropej  
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC u 2002/95/EC.  
Norsk Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i det europeiske direktivet  
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.  
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Polski Niniejszy produkt jest zgodny z postanowieniami Dyrektyw Unii Europejskiej  
2004/108/EC, 206/95/EC i 2002/95/EC.  
Portuguese Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva Européia 2004/108/EC,  
2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.  
Español Este producto cumple con las normas del Directivo Europeo 2004/108/EC,  
2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.  
Slovensky Tento produkt je v súlade s ustanoveniami európskych direktív  
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC a 2002/95/EC.  
Slovenščina Izdelek je skladen z določbami evropskih direktiv 2004/108/EC,  
2006/95/EC in 2002/95/EC.  
Svenska Denna produkt har tillverkats i enlighet med EG-direktiv 2004/108/EC,  
2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.  
Türkçe Bu ürün, Avrupa Birliği’nin 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC ve 2002/95/EC  
yönergelerine uyar.  
Product Ecology Statements  
The following information is provided to address worldwide product ecology concerns  
and regulations.  
Recycling Considerations  
As part of its commitment to environmental responsibility, Intel has implemented the  
Intel® Product Recycling Program to allow retail consumers of Intel’s branded products  
to return used products to selected locations for proper recycling.  
for the details of this program, including the scope of covered products, available  
locations, shipping instructions, terms and conditions, etc.  
中文  
作为其对环境责任之承诺的部分,英特尔已实施 Intel Product Recycling Program  
(英特尔产品回收计划),以允许英特尔品牌产品的零售消费者将使用过的产品退还至指定地点作恰  
当的重复使用处理。  
了解此计划的详情,包括涉及产品之范围、回收地点、运送指导、条款和条件等。  
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Deutsch  
Als Teil von Intels Engagement für den Umweltschutz hat das Unternehmen das Intel  
Produkt-Recyclingprogramm implementiert, das Einzelhandelskunden von Intel  
Markenprodukten ermöglicht, gebrauchte Produkte an ausgewählte Standorte für  
ordnungsgemäßes Recycling zurückzugeben.  
Details zu diesem Programm, einschließlich der darin eingeschlossenen Produkte,  
verfügbaren Standorte, Versandanweisungen, Bedingungen usw., finden Sie auf der  
Español  
Como parte de su compromiso de responsabilidad medioambiental, Intel ha  
implantado el programa de reciclaje de productos Intel, que permite que los  
consumidores al detalle de los productos Intel devuelvan los productos usados en los  
lugares seleccionados para su correspondiente reciclado.  
para ver los detalles del programa, que incluye los productos que abarca, los lugares  
disponibles, instrucciones de envío, términos y condiciones, etc.  
Français  
Dans le cadre de son engagement pour la protection de l'environnement, Intel a mis  
en œuvre le programme Intel Product Recycling Program (Programme de recyclage  
des produits Intel) pour permettre aux consommateurs de produits Intel de recycler  
les produits usés en les retournant à des adresses spécifiées.  
Visitez la page Web http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology pour en savoir  
plus sur ce programme, à savoir les produits concernés, les adresses disponibles, les  
instructions d'expédition, les conditions générales, etc.  
日本語  
インテルでは、環境保護活動の一環として、使い終えたインテル  
ブランド製品を指定の場所へ返送していただき、リサイクルを適切に行えるよう、インテル製品リサイクル  
プログラムを発足させました。  
対象製品、返送先、返送方法、ご利用規約など、このプログラムの詳細情報は、http://intel.com/intel/ot  
her/ehs/product_ecology (英語)をご覧ください。  
Malay  
Sebagai sebahagian daripada komitmennya terhadap tanggungjawab persekitaran,  
Intel telah melaksanakan Program Kitar Semula Produk untuk membenarkan  
pengguna-pengguna runcit produk jenama Intel memulangkan produk terguna ke  
lokasi-lokasi terpilih untuk dikitarkan semula dengan betul.  
Sila rujuk http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology untuk mendapatkan butir-  
butir program ini, termasuklah skop produk yang dirangkumi, lokasi-lokasi tersedia,  
arahan penghantaran, terma & syarat, dsb.  
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Portuguese  
Como parte deste compromisso com o respeito ao ambiente, a Intel implementou o  
Programa de Reciclagem de Produtos para que os consumidores finais possam enviar  
produtos Intel usados para locais selecionados, onde esses produtos são reciclados de  
maneira adequada.  
Consulte o site http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology (em Inglês) para  
obter os detalhes sobre este programa, inclusive o escopo dos produtos cobertos, os  
locais disponíveis, as instruções de envio, os termos e condições, etc.  
Russian  
В качестве части своих обязательств к окружающей среде, в Intel создана  
программа утилизации продукции Intel (Product Recycling Program) для  
предоставления конечным пользователям марок продукции Intel возможности  
возврата используемой продукции в специализированные пункты для должной  
утилизации.  
Пожалуйста, обратитесь на веб-сайт  
http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology за информацией об этой  
программе, принимаемых продуктах, местах приема, инструкциях об отправке,  
положениях и условиях и т.д.  
Türkçe  
Intel, çevre sorumluluğuna bağımlılığının bir parçası olarak, perakende tüketicilerin  
Intel markalı kullanılmış ürünlerini belirlenmiş merkezlere iade edip uygun şekilde geri  
dönüştürmesini amaçlayan Intel Ürünleri Geri Dönüşüm Programı’nı uygulamaya  
koymuştur.  
Bu programın ürün kapsamı, ürün iade merkezleri, nakliye talimatları, kayıtlar ve  
şartlar v.s dahil bütün ayrıntılarını ögrenmek için lütfen  
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China RoHS  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO is a China RoHS-compliant product.  
The China Ministry of Information Industry (MII) stipulates that a material Self  
Declaration Table (SDT) must be included in a product’s user documentation. The SDT  
for Intel Desktop Board DX79TO is shown in Figure 27.  
Figure 27. Intel Desktop Board DX79TO China RoHS Material  
Self Declaration Table  
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EMC Regulations  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 20  
when correctly installed in a compatible host system.  
Table 20.EMC Regulations  
Regulation  
Title  
FCC 47 CFR Part 15,  
Subpart B  
Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 15, Subpart B,  
Radio Frequency Devices. (USA)  
ICES-003  
Interference-Causing Equipment Standard, Digital Apparatus.  
(Canada)  
EN55022  
Limits and methods of measurement of Radio Interference  
Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment. (European  
Union)  
EN55024  
EN55022  
CISPR 22  
Information Technology Equipment – Immunity Characteristics  
Limits and methods of measurement. (European Union)  
Australian Communications Authority, Standard for  
Electromagnetic Compatibility. (Australia and New Zealand)  
Limits and methods of measurement of Radio Disturbance  
Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.  
(International)  
CISPR 24  
Information Technology Equipment – Immunity Characteristics –  
Limits and Methods of Measurement. (International)  
VCCI V-3, V-4  
KN-22, KN-24  
CNS 13438  
Voluntary Control for Interference by Information Technology  
Equipment. (Japan)  
Korean Communications Commission – Framework Act on  
Telecommunications and Radio Waves Act. (South Korea)  
Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection. (Taiwan)  
FCC Declaration of Conformity  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation.  
For questions related to the EMC performance of this product, contact:  
Intel Corporation, 5200 N.E. Elam Young Parkway, Hillsboro, OR 97124  
1-800-628-8686  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not  
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference  
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not  
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to  
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radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off  
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit other than the one to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Intel  
Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
Tested to comply with FCC standards for home or office use.  
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance  
Statement  
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from  
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian  
Department of Communications.  
Le présent appareil numerique német pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les  
limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le  
Réglement sur le broullage radioélectrique édicté par le ministére des Communications  
du Canada.  
Japan VCCI Statement  
Japan Statement translation: This is a Class B product based on the standard of the  
Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment  
(VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it  
may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the  
instruction manual.  
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Korea Class B Statement  
Korea Class B Statement translation: This equipment is for home use, and has  
acquired electromagnetic conformity registration, so it can be used not only in  
residential areas, but also other areas.  
Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)  
Compliance  
Before computer integration, make sure that the power supply and other modules or  
peripherals, as applicable, have passed Class B EMC testing and are marked  
accordingly.  
Pay close attention to the following when reading the installation instructions for the  
host chassis, power supply, and other modules:  
Product certifications or lack of certifications  
External I/O cable shielding and filtering  
Mounting, grounding, and bonding requirements  
Keying connectors when mating the wrong connectors could be hazardous  
If the power supply and other modules or peripherals, as applicable, are not Class B  
EMC compliant before integration, then EMC testing may be required on a  
representative sample of the newly completed computer.  
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Product Certifications  
Board-Level Certifications  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO has the regulatory compliance marks shown in Table 21.  
Table 21.Regulatory Compliance Marks  
Description  
Mark  
UL joint US/Canada Recognized Component mark. Includes adjacent  
UL file number for Intel Desktop Boards: E210882.  
FCC Declaration of Conformity logo mark for Class B equipment.  
CE mark. Declaring compliance to European Union (EU) EMC  
directive, Low Voltage directive, and RoHS directive.  
Australian Communications Authority (ACA) and New Zealand Radio  
Spectrum Management (NZ RSM) C-tick mark. Includes adjacent  
Intel supplier code number, N-232.  
Japan VCCI (Voluntary Control Council for Interference) mark.  
Korea Certification mark. Includes an adjacent KCC (Korean  
Communications Commission) certification number:  
KCC-REM-CPU-DX79TO.  
Taiwan BSMI (Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspections)  
mark. Includes adjacent Intel company number, D33025.  
Printed wiring board manufacturer’s recognition mark. Consists of a  
unique UL recognized manufacturer’s logo, along with a flammability  
rating (solder side).  
V-0  
China RoHS/Environmentally Friendly Use Period Logo: This is an  
example of the symbol used on Intel Desktop Boards and associated  
collateral. The color of the mark may vary depending upon the  
application. The Environmental Friendly Usage Period (EFUP) for  
Intel Desktop Boards has been determined to be 10 years.  
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Chassis- and Component-Level Certifications  
Ensure that the chassis and certain components; such as the power supply, peripheral  
drives, wiring, and cables; are components certified for the country or market where  
used. Agency certification marks on the product are proof of certification. Typical  
product certifications include:  
In Europe  
The CE mark indicates compliance with all applicable European requirements. If the  
chassis and other components are not properly CE marked, a supplier’s Declaration of  
Conformity statement to the European EMC directive, Low Voltage directive (as  
applicable), and ROHS directive, should be obtained. Additionally, other directives,  
such as the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) directive may  
also apply depending on product features.  
In the United States  
A certification mark by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) such as UL,  
CSA, or ETL signifies compliance with safety requirements. Wiring and cables must  
also be UL listed or recognized and suitable for the intended use. The FCC Class B  
logo for home or office use signifies compliance with electromagnetic interference  
(EMI) requirements.  
In Canada  
A nationally recognized certification mark such as CSA or cUL signifies compliance with  
safety requirements. The Industry Canada statement on page 82 of this product guide  
demonstrates compliance with Canadian EMC regulations.  
ENERGY STAR*, e-Standby, and ErP  
Compliance  
The US Department of Energy and the US Environmental Protection Agency have  
continually revised the ENERGY STAR requirements. Intel has worked directly with  
these two governmental agencies in the definition of the new requirements.  
Intel Desktop Board DX79TO meets the following program requirements in an  
adequate system configuration, including appropriate selection of an efficient power  
supply:  
Energy Star v5.0, category D  
EPEAT  
Korea e-Standby  
European Union Energy-related Products Directive 2009 (ErP)  
For information about ENERGY STAR requirements and recommended configurations,  
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