A powerful processor demands a powerful motherboard.

Intel Desktop
Boards optimize the performance of Intel processor technology
while delivering access to next-generation technologies, value-added
features, and easy integration.
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK
Supports the latest 65 W 45nm Intel Core2 processors
and Intel vPro technology
Features the Intel Q45 Express Chipset
Windows Vista* Premium capable
Integrated Intel Trusted Platform Module
Intel Desktop Boards Executive Series support
Intel vPro technology and deliver measurable
advantages.
Proactive security
The Trusted Platform Module provides hardware-based security
to help stop threats and protect critical information.
Energy-effcient performance
Run applications with amazing responsiveness while reducing
energy use and system noise. Pair the new 45nm processors and
Intel Q45 Express Chipset for increased performance in a more
energy-effcient platform.
Remote manageability
Intel Active Management Technology** (Intel AMT), along with
leading IT management software, allows remote inventory of PCs,
troubleshooting, and system restore, even if the OS is down, to reduce
the number of desk-side visits.
For a complete list of solutions and opportunities, visit:
intel.com/go/vproexpert
intel.com/vpro
msp.intel.com
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK
Executive Series
For the 65 W Intel Core2 Processors
Mini-ITX / MicroATX-Compatible Form Factor
Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK
The boxed Intel Desktop Board DQ45EK
solution includes:
ATX 2.2 Compliant I/O Shield
SATA 3.0 Gb/s Cables
DVI to VGA Adapter
Board and Back Panel I/O Layout Stickers
Quick Reference and Product Guides
Intel Express Installer Driver and Software DVD
Windows Vista* Premium WHQL Certifed
Intel Desktop Boards Executive Series
include an extensive list of software
that supports and enhances capabilities
for the digital offce.
CAPABILITY SOFTWARE INCLUDED:
Utilities Intel Desktop Utilities
(Internet Download)
Antivirus Norton* 360
Kaspersky* Anti-Virus (Russian)
Kingsoft* Antivirus (Chinese)
Productivity Intel Intergrator Assistant
(Internet Downlaod)
Acronis* True Image 11 Home
Laplink* PCmover* Express
TypePad*
Kingsoft* Powerword* (Chinese)
Data Protection Diskeeper* Home Edition
Manageability Intel System Defense Utility
(Internet Download)
SyAM* System Client
Security Wave* EMBASSY* Trust Suite
1 Support for the latest 65 W 45nm Intel Core2
processors: Features quad-core and dual-core processing
with 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz system bus in the LGA775
package.
2 Intel Q45 Express Chipset: Offers a new level
of visual quality with integrated Intel Graphics Media
Accelerator 4500, DirectX* 10, and support for
Intel AMT 5.0 Professional**.
3 Integrated Intel Trusted Platform Module 1.2:
Hardware-based encryption to protect sensitive data.
4 Dual-Channel DDR2 800 / 667 memory support:
Two DIMM sockets, designed to support up to 4 GB
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of DDR2 800 / 667 SDRAM memory, delivering greater
platform performance and fexible memory support.
5 Four onboard Serial ATA ports plus one eSATA
(3.0 Gb/s) connector on the back panel: Facilitates
high-speed storage and data transfers at up to 3.0 Gb/s
for each of fve ports.
6 Intel Matrix Storage Technology**: RAID 0, 1, 5,
and 10 with Intel Rapid Recovery Technology for higher
performance data access and/or data protection.
7 Intel 82567LM ENERGY STAR*-ready
10/100/1000 network connection
8 One PCI Express* x1 connector: Designed for
bandwidth-intensive applications, PCI Express* x1 I/O
offers up to 3.5 times the bandwidth over traditional
PCI architecture.
9 Up to 10 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports: Provides six back
panel ports and an additional four USB ports via two
internal headers.
10 DVI-I and DVI-D graphics output with DVI-to-VGA
adapter included in the box
11 Mini-ITX form factor
Features and Benefts
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System resources and hardware (such as PCI and PCI Express*) require physical memory address locations that can reduce available addressable system memory. This could
result in a reduction of as much as 1 GB or more of physical addressable memory being available to the operating system and applications, depending on the system confguration
and operating system.
This desktop board is intended to be professionally installed. It is covered by a three-year limited warranty, full text of which is on the enclosed DVD-ROM. Desktop PCs with Intel
vPro technology and Intel 64 architecture require a computer system with a processor, chipset, BIOS, enabling software and/or operating system, device drivers and applications
designed for these features. Performance will vary depending on your confguration. Use of Intel Active Management Technology (Intel AMT), Intel Virtualization Technology
(Intel VT), and Intel Anti-Theft Technology with this desktop board will require networking software, connection with a power source, and a network connection for Intel AMT, as well
as an enabled Intel processor, BIOS, virtual machine monitor (VMM), and for some uses, certain platform software enabled for Intel VT. Contact your vendor for more information.
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Intel products are not intended for use in medical, life-saving, or life-sustaining applications. Intel may make changes to specifcations and product descriptions at any time, without notice.
All products, dates, and fgures specifed are preliminary based on current expectations, and are subject to change without notice. Availability in different channels may vary.
Intel, the Intel logo, Intel Core, Core Inside, Intel vPro, and Intel vPro Inside are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
* Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.
** Use of Intel vPro technology will require supported Intel processor.
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Technical Specifcations
Processor
Processor Support
65 W Intel Core2 Quad and Intel Core2 Duo
processors in the LGA775 package
Supports Intel 64 Architecture
Chipset
Intel Q45 Express Chipset
Intel 82Q45 Graphics and Memory Controller
Hub (GMCH)
Intel 82801JO I/O Controller Hub (ICH10DO)
Intel AMT 5.0 Professional**
Intel Matrix Storage Technology **
(RAID 0, 1, 5, 10) with Intel Rapid
Recover Technology
Graphics Memory Controller Hub (GMCH)
Designed to support up to 4 GB
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of system
memory using DDR2 800 / 667 SDRAM memory
Intel Fast Memory Access
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500 with
DirectX* 10
DVI-I and DVI-D integrated graphics output
Intel I/O Controller Hub
Four onboard Serial ATA ports plus one eSATA
(3.0 Gb/s) connector on the back panel
USB 2.0
Integrated Intel ICH10DO controllers:
Six back-panel ports (three dual-stack)
Four additional ports (via two headers)
System BIOS
32 Mb Flash EEPROM with Intel Platform
Innovation Framework for EFI Plug and Play,
IDE drive auto-confgure
Advanced confguration and power interface
V1.0b, DMI 2.0, multilingual support
Intel Rapid BIOS Boot
Intel Rapid BIOS Boot
Intel Express BIOS Update support
System Memory
Memory Capacity
Two 240-pin DIMM connectors supporting
up to two double-sided DIMMs
Memory Types
DDR2 800 / 667 SDRAM memory support
Non-ECC Memory
Memory Modes
Dual- or single-channel operation support
Memory Voltage
1.8V
Hardware Management Features
Processor fan speed control
System chassis fan speed control
Voltage and temperature sensing
Fan sensor inputs used to monitor fan activity
Power management support for ACPI 1.0b
Intel 82567LM ENERGY STAR*-ready
10/100/1000 Network Connection
High quality and reliability with Intels
world-class manufacturing and validation
Supports Intel vPro technology-based
software and applications with added security
and manageability
Expansion Capabilities
One PCI Express* x1 bus add-in card connectors
Audio
5.1-channel Intel High Defnition Audio codec
Jumpers and Front-Panel Connectors
Jumpers
Single confguration jumper design
Jumper access for BIOS maintenance mode
Front-Panel Connectors
Reset, HD LED, Power LEDs, power on/off
Two front-panel Hi-Speed USB 2.0 headers
Front-panel audio header
One serial header
Mechanical
Board Style
Mini-ITX/microATX compatible
Board Size
6.75 x 6.75 (17.15 cm x 17.15 cm)
Baseboard Power Requirements
ATX12V
Environment
Operating Temperature
0 C to +55 C
Storage Temperature
-20 C to +70 C
Regulations and Safety Standards
United States and Canada
CSA/UL 60950-1, First Edition
(Binational Standard)
Europe
(Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC)
EN 60950-1:2006
International
IEC 60950-1:2001, First Edition
EMC Regulations
(tested in representative chassis)
United States
FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B
Canada
ICES-003 Class B
Europe
(EMC Directive 2004/108/EC)
EN 55022:2006 and EN 55024:1998
Australia/New Zealand
EN 55022:2006 Class B
Japan
VCCI V-3/04.04, V-4/03.04, Class B
South Korea
KN-22:2005 and KN-24:2005
Taiwan
CNS 13438:2006 Class B
International
CISPR 22:2005 +A1:2005 +A2:2006 Class B
Environmental Compliance
Europe
Europe RoHS (Directive 2002/95/EC)
China
China RoHS (MII Order # 39)
Lead-Free: The symbol is used to identify electri-
cal and electronic assemblies and components
in which the lead (Pb) concentration level in any
of the raw materials and the end
product is not greater than 0.1% by
weight (1000 ppm). This symbol is
also used to indicate conformance to
lead-free requirements and defnitions adopted
under the European Unions Restriction on Haz-
ardous Substances (RoHS) directive, 2002/95/EC.
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Web site at www.intel.com. For the
most current product information,
visit intel.com/products/desktop/
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