Aplica iX945GME3 User manual

iX945GME3
Intel® 945GME μFC-PGA 478 Core Duo / Core Solo /
Core 2 Duo Mini ITX Motherboard
User’s Manual
Ver. 1.00

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Contents
Safety Information ..........................................................................................................4
Technical Support ............................................................................................................5
Conventions Used in This Guide....................................................................................5
Packing List.......................................................................................................................6
Revision History ...............................................................................................................7
Specifications Summary..................................................................................................8
Block Diagram.................................................................................................................11
Production Introduction ...............................................................................................13
1.1 Before you Proceed ................................................................................................13
1.2 Motherboard Overview............................................................................................14
1.2.1 Placement Direction ....................................................................................................................... 14
1.2.2 Screw Holes ................................................................................................................................... 14
1.3 Motherboard Layout ................................................................................................15
1.3.1 Layout Content List ........................................................................................................................ 16
1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)................................................................................18
1.4.1 Installing the CPU........................................................................................................................... 19
1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan .............................................................................................21
1.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan......................................................................................... 23
1.5 System Memory ......................................................................................................24
1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location ................................................................................................................. 24
1.5.2 Memory Configurations .................................................................................................................. 25
1.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM................................................................................................................. 26
1.5.4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM............................................................................................................... 26
1.6 Expansion Slots ......................................................................................................27
1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................................................... 27
1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card ..................................................................................................... 27
1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments..................................................................................................... 28
1.6.4 PCI Slots ........................................................................................................................................ 28
1.7 Jumpers ..................................................................................................................29
1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CLRTC).................................................................................................................... 29
1.7.2 COM1 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR1, JCOMPWR2)......................................................... 30
1.7.3 COM2 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR1, JCOMPWR2)......................................................... 30
1.7.4 COM3 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR3, JCOMPWR4)......................................................... 31
1.7.5 COM4 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR3, JCOMPWR4)......................................................... 31

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Contents
1.8 Connectors..............................................................................................................32
1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors.................................................................................................................. 32
1.8.2 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP1) .......................................................................................... 34
1.8.3 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)............................................................................................... 35
1.8.4 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN) ............................................................................................. 36
1.8.5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN)................................................................................................... 36
1.8.6 Serial Port 3 Connector (COM3) .................................................................................................... 37
1.8.7 Serial Port 4 Connector (COM4) .................................................................................................... 37
1.8.8 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL1) .......................................................................................... 38
1.8.9 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1)....................................................................................................... 39
1.8.10 Amplifier Connector (JAMP1) .................................................................................................... 39
1.8.11 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL1)............................................................................................... 40
1.8.12 Digital I/O Connector (JDIO1).................................................................................................... 41
1.8.13 LVDS Connector (JLVDS1) ....................................................................................................... 41
1.8.14 Serial ATA Connector [Red] (SATA1, SATA2) .......................................................................... 42
1.8.15 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT1) ................................................................................... 42
1.8.16 USB 2.0 Connector (USB45, USB67)........................................................................................ 43

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Safety Information
Electrical safety
zTo prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet before relocating the system.
zWhen adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
zBefore connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
zSeek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
zMake sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are
not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local
power company.
zIf the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
zBefore installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
zBefore using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
zTo avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
zAvoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
zPlace the product on a stable surface.
zIf you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.

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Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try
the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the BCM website for FAQ, technical
guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information:
http://www.bcmimb.com.tw
Conventions Used in This Guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols
used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

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Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following materials
have been shipped:
91 x iX945GME3 Mini ITX Main board
91 x CD-ROM contains the followings:
－User’s manual (this manual in PDF file)
－Drivers
92 x COM cable (9-pin w/o bracket, 26cm)
91 x IDE HDD cable (40-pin, 30cm)
92 x SATA cable kit (SATA/Power)
91 x Startup Manual
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your
retailer.

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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V 1.0 First release for PCB 1.00 November 09, 2007

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Specifications Summary
1 Supports Intel® μFC-PGA 478 Core Duo / Core Solo / Core 2 Duo CPU
with 65nm process technology
2 Intel® 82945GME Express Chipset
3 Two 240-pin DIMMs up to 4GB Dual Channel DDR2 533/667 SDRAM
4 DVI, 2-CH 24-bits LVDS, Dual View
5 Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
6 Realtek ALC888 5.1+2-CH with independent audio stream
7 Realtek RTL8111B Gigabit LAN
8 One PCI slot
Features
9 4 COM, 8 x USB 2.0, 2 x SATA, 1 x CF
System
CPU Supports Intel® μFC-PGA 478 Core Duo / Core Solo / Core 2 Duo with 65nm
process technology
FSB 533/667 MHz
BIOS Award 8MB Flash BIOS
System Chipset Intel® 82945GME GMCH/82801GHM ICH7-M DH
I/O Chipset Winbond W83627DHG-A
Memory Two 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 4 GB Dual Channel DDR2 533/667
SDRAM
SSD One CompactFlash Type I/II socket
Watchdog Timer Reset: 1 sec.~255 min. and 1 sec. or 1 min./step
H/W Status Monitor Monitoring CPU temperature, voltage, and cooling fan status. Auto throttling
control when CPU overheats
Expansion Slots One PCI slot (PCI Rev. 2.2 compliant) supports 3 PCI master
S3 S3 Support
Smart Fan Control Thermal Cruise Mode
I/O
MIO 1 x EIDE (Ultra DMA 100), 2 x SATA, 4 x RS-232 ,
1 x K/B, 1 x Mouse (Com1~4 with Power output)
USB 8 x USB 2.0
DIO 16-bit General Purpose I/O for DI and DO

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Specifications Summary
I/O
Internal I/O
2 x USB connectors support 4 USB ports
1 x 20-pin ATX Power connector
1 x IDE 40-pin connector for two devices
2 x COM port header
2 x SATA connectors
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x Audio amplifier connector
1 x System panel connector
1 x LVDS connector
1 x Inverter Power connector
1 x CPU Fan connector
1 x System Fan connector
1 x Digital IO header
1 x SPDIF Out connector
Back Panel
1 x PS/2 Keyboard
1 x PS/2 Mouse
2 x RS-232
1 x VGA port
1 x DVI port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1
1 x RJ45 LAN Port
1 x 5.1+2 CH Audio I/O (with 3 jacks)
Display
Chipset Intel® 82945GME GMCH Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Display Memory Intel DVMT 3.0 supports 224 MB video memory
Resolution 2048 x 1536 @ 32 bpp(@ 85Hz)
Dual Display CRT + LVDS, or CRT + DVI-D
VGA/LCD Interface D-SUB + DVI-D
LVDS Dual channel 18/24-bit
DVI Chrontel CH7307C DVI transmitter up to 165M pixels/second
Audio
Audio Codec Realtek ALC888 5.1+2CH Audio Codec with two independent audio stream
Audio Interface Mic in, Line in, Line out
Audio Amplifier TPA3005D2 Stereo 5Watt per channel

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Specifications Summary
Ethernet
LAN1 Realtek RTL8111B Gigabit LAN
Mechanical & Environmental
Power Type ATX
Operating Temperature 0~60°C (32~140°F)
Operating Humidity 0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W) 6.69" x 6.69" (170 mm x 170 mm)
Weight 0.88 lbs (0.4 Kg)
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.