Intel DQ67OW English Product Guide - Page 27

Desktop Board Features Trusted Platform Module (TPM) The Nuvoton* WPCT210 TPM 1.2, revision 103 component on Intel Desktop Board DQ67OW 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. Fan Speed Control and Hardware Monitoring The features of the hardware monitoring and fan speed control include: • Thermal sensors in the processor and the Intel PCH, as well as near the processor voltage regulators and system memory • Monitoring of system voltages to detect levels above or below acceptable values • Thermally monitored closed-loop fan control for all three fans that can adjust fan speed as needed • Support for 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. 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 • PCI Power Management Event signal (PME#) wakeup support • PCI Express WAKE# signal support • Wake from serial devices • Wake from PS/2 27