Intel D915GMHLK Product Guide

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    Intel® Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Order Number: D10471-002
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    , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, life sustaining applications. Intel may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice. Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP may contain
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    supported without further evaluation by Intel. Information Layout 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 this manual:
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    in the product guide. Term Description GB Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) GHz Gigahertz (one billion hertz) KB Kilobyte (1024 bytes) MB Megabyte (1,048,576 bytes) Mbit Megabit (1,048,576 bits) MHz Megahertz (one million hertz) Box Contents • Intel Desktop Board • I/O shield • One ATA
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    Contents 1 Desktop Board Features 9 Manufacturing Options ...11 Supported Operating Systems 11 Desktop Board Components 12 Processor...16 Main Memory ...17 Intel® 945G Express Chipset 18 Graphics Subsystem ...18 Audio Subsystem ...18 Input/Output (I/O) Controller 19 LAN Subsystem ...19 LAN
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Installing and Removing the Desktop Board 31 Installing and Removing a Processor 32 Installing a Processor 32 Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink 35 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable 35 Removing the Processor 35 Installing and
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    of Conformity Statement 67 Product Ecology Statements 69 Lead-Free Desktop Board 71 EMC Regulations ...72 Product Certification Markings (Board Level 74 Figures 1. Desktop Board D945GNT Components 12 2. Intel Desktop Board D945GTP Components 14 3. LAN Port LED Locations 20 4. Location of
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Tables 1. Feature Summary ...9 2. Manufacturing Options 11 3. Desktop Boards D945GNT Components 13 4. Desktop Boards D945GTP Components 15 5. Power Supply Requirements 16 6. Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Memory Configurations 17 7. RJ-45 10/100
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    12.00" x 9.60") desktop board D945GNT • MicroATX (9.60" x 9.60") desktop board D945GTP Support for an Intel® processor in the LGA775 package • Four 240-pin the Intel World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Intel® 945G Express Chipset consisting of: • Intel®
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Table 1. Feature Summary (continued) Peripheral Interfaces • Up to desktop board D945GNT/D945GTP, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop
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    82573E or 82573V Gigabit Ethernet Controller with RJ-45 connector • Trusted Platform Module • Intel® Active Management Technology Supported Operating Systems The desktop board supports the following operating systems: • Microsoft Windows* 2000 • Microsoft Windows XP Professional • Microsoft Windows
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on desktop board D945GNT. IEEE 1394a (Optional) (Optional) Line In Optical Line Out (Toslink) (Optional) A BC D E F T G Intel R 82945G S (GMCH) H
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    R S T Desktop Boards D945GNT Components Description Rear fan header (4-pin, fan speed control) PCI Express x1 connectors Front panel audio header PCI Express x16 connector 12 V processor core voltage connector (2x2) Rear chassis fan header 1 (3-pin, fan speed control) Processor socket Processor fan
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Figure 2 shows the approximate location of the major components on desktop board D945GTP. IEEE 1394a (Optional) (Optional) Line In AB C S Optical Line Out (Toslink) (Optional) D E F R Intel R 82945G (GMCH) G Intel R 82801 (ICH7) Channel A
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    about: • Desktop board D945GNT/D945GTP • Supported processors • Audio software and utilities • LAN software and drivers http://www.intel.com/design/motherbd http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop http://www.intel.com/design
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    to the desktop board through the LGA775 socket. The supported processors list for desktop board D945GNT/D945GTP is located on the web at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Related Links: Go to the following links or pages for more information about: • Instructions on installing
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    Desktop Board Features Main 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
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    Controller Hub (ICH7R) supporting Intel Matrix Storage Technology • Firmware Hub (FWH) Related Link: Go to the following link for more information about the Intel 945G Express Chipset: http://developer.intel.com/design/nav/pcserver.htm Graphics Subsystem Desktop board D945GNT/D945GTP includes the
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    Desktop Board Features Related Links: Go to the following link or pages for more information about: • Audio drivers and utilities http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ • Installing the front panel audio solution, page 44 in Chapter 2 • The location of audio connectors, Figure 22 on
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide RJ-45 LAN Connector LEDs Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN port located on the back panel (see Figure 3). OM17386 Figure 3. LAN Port LED Locations Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector. Table 7 describes the LED states when the board
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    (3.0 Gb/s) via ICH7, connecting one device per channel. Desktop boards with ICH7R support Intel Matrix Storage Technology (NCQ, Hot Plug, RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, and Matrix RAID). Expandability The desktop boards support the following: • Desktop board D945GNT: ⎯ One PCI Express x16 add-in card ⎯ Two
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide the Firmware Hub. The BIOS can be updated by following the instructions on page 59 in Chapter 3. Serial ATA and IDE Auto . You can override the auto-configuration options by specifying manual configuration in the BIOS Setup program. PCI and PCI
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    desktop board BIOS. Disabling the processor fan speed control will result in the fan operating at full speed if it is not a self controlled fan. It is recommended that processor fan speed control remain enabled (default BIOS setting) when using the processor fan heat sink included with Intel® boxed
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide The overall system desktop board, refer to the Technical Product Specification by going to the following link, finding the product, and selecting Product Documentation from the left-hand menu: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop
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    RAM and the clock current when the computer is turned off. Go to page 53 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. 25
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    Components This chapter tells you how to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the desktop board • Install and remove a processor and memory • Install and remove a PCI Express x16 card • Connect the IDE and Serial ATA cables • Connect internal headers • Set up flexible 6-channel audio with
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    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 (like processors, voltage regulators
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    The Industry Canada statement at the front of this product guide demonstrates compliance with Canadian EMC regulations. Prevent Power Supply environmental regulations. There is insufficient space on this desktop board to provide instructions for replacing and disposing of the Lithium ion coin
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Installing the I/O Shield The desktop board comes with an I/O shield. When installed 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
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    . Refer to your chassis manual for instructions on installing and removing the desktop board. Figure 6 shows the location of the 11 mounting screw holes for desktop board D945GNT. Desktop board D945GTP has eight mounting holes. OM17615 Figure 6. Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Mounting Screw Hole
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Installing and Removing a Processor Instructions on how to install a processor to the desktop board are given below. Installing a Processor CAUTION Before installing or removing a processor, make sure the AC power has been removed by unplugging the
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    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 4. Remove the plastic protective socket cover from the load plate (see Figure 9, E). Do not discard the protective socket cover. Always replace the socket cover if the processor is removed from the socket. E OM17228 Figure 9. Remove the Protective
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide 6. Hold the processor with your thumb and index fingers oriented as shown in Figure 11. Make sure fingers align to the socket cutouts (see Figure 11, F). Align notches (see Figure 11, G) with the socket see (Figure 11, H). Lower the processor
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    Sink Desktop board D945GNT/D945GTP has an integrated processor fan heat sink retention mechanism (RM). For instructions on how to attach the processor fan heat sink to the integrated processor fan heat sink RM, refer to the boxed processor manual or the Intel World Wide Web site at: The Boxed Intel
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    all applicable Intel SDRAM memory specifications, the boards require DIMMs that support the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data structure. You can access the PC Serial Presence Detect Specification at: http://www.intel.com/technology/memory/ddr/specs/dda18c32_64_128x72ag_a.pdf The desktop board has
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    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Three DIMMs Install a matched pair of DIMMs equal in speed and size in DIMM 0 (blue) and DIMM 1 (black) of channel A. Install a DIMM equal in
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Installing DIMMs NOTE Install memory in the DIMM sockets power cord. 3. Remove the computer's cover and locate the DIMM sockets (see Figure 17). R Intel (ICH7) Figure 17. Installing a DIMM OM17617 4. Remove the PCI Express video card if it
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    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Removing DIMMs To remove a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Installing and Removing a PCI Express* x16 Card CAUTION When installing any PCI Express x16 card on the desktop board Back Panel VGA Port Removing the PCI Express x16 Card Follow these instructions to remove the PCI Express x16 card from the RM: 1.
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    IDE cable can connect two drives to the desktop board. The cable supports the ATA-66/100 transfer protocol. Figure 19 on page 27. • Attach the cable end with the single connector (blue) to the Intel desktop board (Figure 19). • Attach the cable end with the two closely spaced connectors (gray and
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Connecting the Serial ATA (SATA) Cable The SATA cable (4-conductor) supports the Serial ATA protocol and connects a single drive to the desktop board. Either end of the cable can be connected to the SATA drive or the connector on the board. For
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    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Internal Headers Before connecting cables to the internal headers, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27. Figure 21 shows the
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Installing a Front Panel Audio Solution for Intel® High Definition Audio Figure 21, F on page 43 shows the location of the yellow front panel audio header. Table 9 shows the pin assignments for the
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    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Connecting Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Headers Before connecting the USB 2.0 headers, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27. See Figure 21, D on
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Connecting the Front Panel Header Before connecting the front panel header, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27. See Figure 21, C on
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    Audio with Jack Re-tasking (Optional) NOTE This section applies only to D945GNT/D945GTP desktop boards with the triple-stack audio connector. After installing the SigmaTel audio driver from the Intel Express Installer driver CD-ROM, the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. A B C Item
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Connecting Fan and Power Cables Connecting Fan Cables Figure 23 shows the location of the fan headers. Connect the processor's fan heat sink cable to the 4-pin processor fan header on the board. Connect chassis fan cables to the 3-pin fan headers.
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    power connector to the desktop board may result in damage to the board or the system Intel R 82945 (GMCH) R Intel 82801 (ICH7) 1 Channel A DIMM 0 2 Figure 24. Connecting 2x12 Power Supply Cables OM17622 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27. 2. Connect the 12 V processor
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Other Connectors Figure 25 shows the location of the PCI add-in card, PCI Express 1x, and diskette drive connectors. A BC D add-in card connector 1 Diskette drive connector Figure 25. Location of Other Connectors on Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP 50
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    before changing the jumper. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation. Figure 26 shows the location of the desktop board's BIOS configuration jumper. 3 2 1 Figure 26. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper OM17624 The three-pin BIOS jumper enables all
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide 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 27. 2.
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    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components 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,
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide 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
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    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components AWAS Risiko letupan wujud jika bateri digantikan dengan jenis yang tidak betul. Bateri sepatutnya dikitar semula jika boleh. Pelupusan bateri terpakai mestilah mematuhi peraturan
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    Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To replace the battery, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before the new battery in the connector, orienting the "+" and "-" correctly. 7. Replace the computer cover. Intel R 82801 (ICH7) Figure 27. Removing the Battery OM17625 57
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    To update the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update utility: 1. Go to the Intel World Wide Web site: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 2. Navigate to the D945GNT runs the update program. 6. Follow the instructions provided in the dialog boxes to complete the BIOS update. 59
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    to the Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP page on the Intel World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Navigate to the D945GNT/D945GTP page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Iflash BIOS Update utility file. NOTE Review the instructions distributed with
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    51 for more information on Setup modes. NOTE Because of the small amount of code available in the boot block area, there is no video support. You will not see anything on the screen during this procedure. Monitor the procedure by listening to the speaker and looking at the diskette drive
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    ; ensure RAID is selected. 4. Then save your settings by pressing . Creating Your RAID Set 1. Upon re-boot, you will see the following Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM status message on the screen: Press to enter the RAID Configuration Utility. Press and enter the RAID
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Loading the Intel Matrix Storage Intel Matrix Storage Console software via the Intel Express Installer CD included with your desktop board or after downloading it from the Internet at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. The Intel
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    A Error Messages and Indicators Desktop board D945GNT/D945GTP reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code • recoverable error occurs during the POST, the BIOS displays an error message describing the problem. Table 16 gives an explanation of the BIOS error messages. Table 16. BIOS
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    - Safety - Part 1: General Requirements (International) European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel® Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP is in conformity with all applicable essential requirements necessary for CE
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide Čeština Tento výrobek odpovídá požadavkům evropských směrnic 89/336/EEC a 73/23/EEC. Dansk Dette produkt er i overensstemmelse med det europæiske
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    scope of covered products, available locations, shipping instructions, terms and conditions, etc. Intel Product Recycling Program 请参考http://www.intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology/Recycling_Program.htm Deutsch Als Teil von Intels Engagement für den Umweltschutz hat das Unternehmen das
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide 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
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    ayrıntılarını ögrenmek için lütfen http://www.intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology/Recycling_Program.htm web sayfasına gidin. Lead-Free Desktop Board This desktop board is lead free although certain discrete components used on the board contain a small amount of lead which is necessary for
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    Intel Desktop Board D945GNT/D945GTP Product Guide EMC Regulations Desktop board D945GNT/D945GTP complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 19 when correctly installed in a compatible host system. Table 19. EMC Regulations Regulation FCC Class B
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    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. Korean Class B statement translation: This is household equipment that is certified to comply with EMC requirements. You may use this
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    mark. For information about MIC certification, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 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
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IntelĀ® Desktop Board
D945GNT/D945GTP
Product Guide
Order Number:
D10471-002