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Contents
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Product Description
1.1
Overview
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1.1.1
Feature Summary
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1.1.2
Board Layout
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1.1.3
Block Diagram
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1.2
Legacy Considerations
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1.3
Online Support
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1.4
Processor
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1.5
System Memory
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1.5.1
Memory Configurations
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1.6
Intel
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P55 Express Chipset
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1.6.1
USB
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1.6.2
SATA Interfaces
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1.7
Discrete SATA Controller
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1.7.1
eSATA Support
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1.8
Real-Time Clock Subsystem
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1.9
Legacy I/O Controller
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1.9.1
Consumer Infrared (CIR)
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1.10
Audio Subsystem
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1.10.1
Audio Subsystem Software
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1.10.2
Audio Connectors and Headers
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1.10.3
8-Channel (7.1) Audio Subsystem
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1.11
LAN Subsystem
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1.11.1
Intel
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82578DC Gigabit Ethernet Controller
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1.11.2
LAN Subsystem Software
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1.11.3
RJ-45 LAN Connector with Integrated LEDs
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1.12
Bluetooth* Technology Support
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1.13
Hardware Management Subsystem
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1.13.1
Hardware Monitoring and Fan Control
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1.13.2
Fan Monitoring
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1.13.3
Chassis Intrusion and Detection
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1.13.4
Thermal Monitoring
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1.14
Power Management
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1.14.1
ACPI
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1.14.2
Hardware Support
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1.15
Onboard Power Button
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1.15.1
ENERGY STAR* 4.0 and 5.0, E-Standby, and
ErP Compliance
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