Intel® Desktop Board DZ68BC

Product Guide
Order Number: G41105-002
Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
-001 First release of the Intel® Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide August 2011
-002 Second release of the Intel® Desktop Board DZ68BC Product Guide September 2011

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Preface
This Product Guide gives information about board layout, component installation, BIOS
update, and regulatory requirements for Intel® Desktop Board DZ68BC.

Intended Audience
The Product Guide is intended for technically qualified personnel. It is not intended for
general audiences.

Use Only for Intended Applications

All Intel Desktop Boards are evaluated as Information Technology Equipment (I.T.E.)
for use in personal computers (PC) for installation in homes, offices, schools, computer
rooms, and similar locations. The suitability of this product for other PC or embedded
non-PC applications or other environments, such as medical, industrial, alarm systems,
test equipment, etc. may not be supported without further evaluation by Intel.

Document Organization
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 and other hardware components
3 Updating the BIOS: instructions on how to update the BIOS
A Error Messages and Indicators: information about BIOS error messages and beep
codes
B Regulatory Compliance: describes the board’s adherence to safety standards and
EMC regulations and its product certifications

Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:

CAUTION
Cautions warn the user about how to prevent damage to hardware or loss of data.

NOTE
Notes call attention to important information.

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Terminology
The table below gives descriptions of some common terms used 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)
Mb Megabit (1,048,576 bits)
MHz Megahertz (one million hertz)

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1 Desktop Board Features
Supported Operating Systems..............................................................................11
Desktop Board Components.................................................................................12
Processor..........................................................................................................14
Main Memory.....................................................................................................15
Intel® Z68 Express Chipset..................................................................................16
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ..................................................................16
Intel® Smart Response Technology ...............................................................16
Audio Subsystem ...............................................................................................16
LAN Subsystem .................................................................................................17
USB Support .....................................................................................................18
SATA Support....................................................................................................18
SATA RAID ................................................................................................19
Legacy I/O ........................................................................................................19
Expandability.....................................................................................................19
Bluetooth*/WiFi Support .....................................................................................20
Bluetooth Technology..................................................................................20
WiFi 802.11 Wireless...................................................................................20
BIOS ................................................................................................................21
Serial ATA Auto Configuration.......................................................................21
PCI* and PCI Express* Auto Configuration .....................................................21
Security Passwords .....................................................................................21
Back to BIOS Button ...................................................................................22
Hardware Management .......................................................................................22
Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control ..................................................23
Chassis Intrusion........................................................................................23
Power Management ............................................................................................23
Software Support .......................................................................................23
ACPI..................................................................................................23
Hardware Support ......................................................................................24
Power Connectors ...............................................................................24
Fan Headers .......................................................................................24
LAN Wake Capabilities..........................................................................24
Instantly Available PC Technology..........................................................25
Standby Power Indicator LED ................................................................25
Wake from USB ..................................................................................26
PME# Signal Wake-up Support..............................................................26
WAKE# Signal Wake-up Support ...........................................................26
Wake from Consumer IR ......................................................................27
Wake from Serial Port ..........................................................................27
Onboard Power and Reset Buttons........................................................................27
Board Status LEDs .............................................................................................28
Speaker............................................................................................................30
Battery .............................................................................................................30
Real-Time Clock.................................................................................................30

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2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components

Before You Begin ...............................................................................................31
Installation Precautions.......................................................................................32
Prevent Power Supply Overload ....................................................................32
Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements.................................................32
Installing the I/O Shield ......................................................................................33
Installing and Removing the Desktop Board ...........................................................34
Installing and Removing a Processor .....................................................................35
Installing a Processor ..................................................................................35
Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink ...........................................................39
Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable................................................39
Removing the Processor ..............................................................................39
Installing and Removing System Memory ..............................................................40
Guidelines for Dual Channel Memory Configuration ..........................................40
Two or Four DIMMs .............................................................................40
Three DIMMs ......................................................................................41
Installing DIMMs ........................................................................................42
Removing DIMMs........................................................................................44
Installing and Removing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards.........................................44
Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card ....................................................44
Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card....................................................46
Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards ..................................................46
Connecting SATA Cables .....................................................................................48
Connecting to the Internal Headers and Connectors ................................................49
Front Panel Intel HD Audio Header ................................................................50
S/PDIF Header ...........................................................................................50
IEEE 1394a Header .....................................................................................50
Chassis Intrusion Header .............................................................................51
Consumer IR (CIR) Headers .........................................................................51
Front Panel Header .....................................................................................52
Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header ........................................................52
Serial Header .............................................................................................53
USB 2.0 Headers ........................................................................................53
USB 3.0 Connector .....................................................................................54
Connecting to the Audio System...........................................................................55
Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables...................................................56
Connecting Chassis Fan Cables .....................................................................56
Connecting Power Supply Cables ..................................................................57
Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper .................................................................58
Clearing Passwords ............................................................................................59
Replacing the Battery .........................................................................................60
Installing the WiFi/Bluetooth* Module in a Desktop Chassis (Optional) .......................66

3 Updating the BIOS

Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility.................................67
Updating the BIOS Using the F7 Function Key ........................................................68
Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Flash Memory Update Utility ................................68
Recovering the BIOS ..........................................................................................69

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A Error Messages and Indicators

BIOS Error Codes...............................................................................................71
BIOS Error Messages ..........................................................................................72
Port 80h POST Codes..........................................................................................73

B Regulatory Compliance
Safety Standards ...............................................................................................77
Battery Caution ..........................................................................................77
European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement..............................................78
Product Ecology Statements ................................................................................79
Recycling Considerations .............................................................................79
China RoHS ...............................................................................................82
EMC Regulations ................................................................................................83
FCC Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................83
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement ......................84
Japan VCCI Statement ................................................................................84
Korea Class B Statement .............................................................................85
Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance ..................................85
Product Certifications..........................................................................................86
Board-Level Certifications ............................................................................86
Chassis- and Component-Level Certifications ..................................................87
Chassis and Component Certifications............................................................87
ENERGY STAR*, e-Standby, and ErP Compliance ....................................................88

Figures
1. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Components........................................................12
2. LAN Connector LEDs .....................................................................................18
3. Location of the Back to BIOS Button................................................................22
4. Location of the Standby Power Indicator ..........................................................26
5. Onboard Power and Reset Buttons ..................................................................27
6. Location of the Diagnostic LEDs ......................................................................29
7. Installing the I/O Shield ................................................................................33
8. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Mounting Screw Hole Locations ..............................34
9. Unlatch the Processor Socket Lever.................................................................35
10. Lift the Processor Socket Load Plate ................................................................36
11. Remove the Processor from the Protective Cover ..............................................37
12. Install the Processor .....................................................................................37
13. Secure the Processor Socket Load Plate in Place................................................38
14. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Power Cable to the Processor
Fan Header..................................................................................................39
15. Example Dual Channel Memory Configuration with Two DIMMs ...........................40
16. Example Dual Channel Memory Configuration with Four DIMMs ...........................41
17. Example Dual Channel Memory Configuration with Three DIMMs .........................41
18. Use DDR3 DIMMs .........................................................................................42
19. Installing a DIMM .........................................................................................43
20. Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card ......................................................45
21. Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card......................................................46
22. Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards....................................................47
23. Connecting SATA Cables ................................................................................48
24. Internal Headers and Connectors ....................................................................49

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25. Back Panel Audio Connectors .........................................................................55

26. Location of the Chassis Fan Headers................................................................56
27. Connecting Power Supply Cables ....................................................................57
28. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block ..............................................58
29. Removing the Battery ...................................................................................65
30. Installing the WiFi/Bluetooth Module ...............................................................66
31. POST Code LED Display .................................................................................73
32. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC China RoHS Material Self Declaration Table..............82

Tables
1. Feature Summary.......................................................................................... 9
2. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Components........................................................13
3. Audio Jack Retasking Support.........................................................................17
4. LAN Connector LEDs .....................................................................................18
5. Board Status LEDs ........................................................................................28
6. Front Panel Intel HD Audio Header Signal Names ..............................................50
7. S/PDIF Header Signal Names .........................................................................50
8. IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names ...................................................................50
9. Chassis Intrusion Header Signal Names ...........................................................51
10. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header Signal Names ......................................51
11. Back Panel CIR Header Emitter (Output) Header Signal Names ...........................52
12. Front Panel Header Signal Names ...................................................................52
13. Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Signal Names ......................................52
14. Serial Port Header ........................................................................................53
15. USB 2.0 Header Signal Names........................................................................53
16. USB 3.0 Connector .......................................................................................54
17. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes..........................................59
18. BIOS Beep Codes .........................................................................................71
19. Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes .................................................................71
20. BIOS Error Messages ....................................................................................72
21. Port 80h POST Codes ....................................................................................74
22. Safety Standards..........................................................................................77
23. EMC Regulations...........................................................................................83
24. Regulatory Compliance Marks.........................................................................86

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1 Desktop Board Features
This chapter briefly describes the features of Intel® Desktop Board DZ68BC. Table 1
summarizes the major features of the Desktop Board.

Table 1. Feature Summary

Form Factor ATX (304.80 millimeters [12.00 inches] x 243.84 millimeters
[9.60 inches])
Processor Support for an Intel® processor in the LGA1155 package
Main Memory • Four 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)
sockets arranged in two channels
• Support for DDR3 2133 MHz to DDR3 1066 MHz DIMMs
• Support for 1.35 V low voltage and 1.25 V ultra low voltage JEDEC
memory
• Support for non-ECC memory
• Support for up to 32 GB of memory
Chipset Intel® Z68 Express Chipset consisting of the Intel Z68 Platform
Controller Hub (PCH) with support for Intel® Rapid Storage Technology
(Intel® RST) and Intel® Smart Response Technology
Graphics Support Integrated Graphics:
• Support for processors with Intel HD 2000 or 3000
Graphics:
― DVI-I
― High-Definition Multi-media Interface* (HDMI*) 1.4
― DisplayPort* 1.1
External Graphics:
• Support for multiple PCI Express* 2.0 graphics cards
Audio • Independent multi-streaming 8-channel (7.1) audio and 2-channel
audio subsystem, featuring:
― Intel® High Definition (Intel® HD) Audio interface
― Realtek* ALC892 codec
• Intel HD Audio front panel header
• Onboard 4-pin S/PDIF out header
• Back panel S/PDIF out optical connector (TOSLINK)
Expansion • One PCI Express 2.0 x16 port
Capabilities • One PCI Express 2.0 x8 port (x8 electrical; x16 compatible)
• Two PCI Express 2.0 x1 ports
• Three PCI* bus connectors
Legacy I/O Nuvoton W83677HG-I legacy I/O controller that provides support for:
Support • Consumer Infrared (CIR)
• Serial port via an onboard header
• Thermal and hardware management
continued

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Table 1. Feature Summary (continued)

Peripheral USB Support:
Interfaces • Four USB 3.0 ports:
― Two ports implemented with stacked back panel connectors
(blue)
― Two ports via an internal dual-port connector (blue)
• Fourteen USB 2.0 ports:
― Six ports implemented with stacked back panel connectors
(black)
― Eight front panel ports implemented with four dual-port internal
headers (black)
Serial ATA (SATA) Support:
• Four SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports:
― Two ports from the Intel Z68 PCH (dark blue)
― Two ports from an onboard Marvell controller (light blue)
• Four SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (black)
• One external SATA (eSATA) 6.0 Gb/s port on the back panel from
an onboard Marvell controller (red)
IEEE 1394a Support:
• One port routed to the back panel
• One port routed to the IEEE 1394a header
RAID Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) version 10.6
LAN Support Intel 82579V Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) Ethernet LAN controller
including an RJ-45 back panel connector with integrated status LEDs
BIOS • Intel® Platform Innovation Framework for extensible firmware
interface
• 32 Mb symmetrical flash memory device
• Support for SMBIOS
• Intel® Express BIOS Update
Power Management • Support for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
• Suspend to RAM (STR)
• Wake on USB, PCI, PCI Express, LAN, CIR, serial port, and front
panel
• ENERGY STAR* capable
Hardware and Hardware and thermal management based on:
Thermal • Nuvoton W83677HG-I legacy I/O controller
Management
• Four fan sensing inputs to monitor fan activity
• Voltage sensing to detect out of range values

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Supported Operating Systems

The Desktop Board provides full support for the following operating systems:
• Microsoft Windows* 7 Ultimate 64-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 32-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows 7 Starter 64-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows 7 Starter 32-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows Vista* Ultimate 32-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows Vista Business 32-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 32-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic 32-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate 64-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows Vista Business 64-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic 64-bit edition

The Desktop Board provides limited support for the following operating systems:
• Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic 64-bit edition
• Microsoft Windows* XP Media Center Edition 2005
• Microsoft Windows XP Professional
• Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
• Microsoft Windows XP Home

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Desktop Board Components

Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Intel Desktop
Board DZ68BC.

Figure 1. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Components

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Table 2. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Components

Label Description
A PCI bus connector
B PCI bus connector
C S/PDIF header
D PCI Express 2.0 x16 connector (x8 electrical; x16 compatible)
E Speaker
F PCI Express 2.0 x1 connector
G PCI bus connector
H PCI Express 2.0 x16 connector
I Rear chassis fan header
J PCI Express 2.0 x1 connector
K Back panel connectors
L 12 V processor core voltage connector (2 x 4 pin)
M Processor socket
N Processor fan header
O DIMM 3 socket
P DIMM 1 socket
Q DIMM 4 socket
R DIMM 2 socket
S Front panel CIR receiver (input) header
T Back panel CIR transmitter (output) header
U Main power connector (2 x 12 pin)
V Standby power indicator LED
W Onboard reset button
X Onboard power button
Y Front panel header
Z Front chassis fan header
AA Alternate front panel power LED header
BB Intel Z68 PCH
CC Battery
DD Two 6.0 Gb/s SATA ports (Marvell controller)
EE Two 6.0 Gb/s SATA ports (Intel Z68 PCH)
FF Four 3.0 Gb/s SATA ports (Intel Z68 PCH)
GG Serial port header
HH USB 2.0 headers
II BIOS configuration jumper block
JJ POST code LED display
KK Chassis intrusion header
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Table 2. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Components (continued)

Label Description
LL USB 3.0 connector
MM IEEE 1394a header
NN Auxiliary chassis fan header
OO Board status LEDs
PP Front panel audio header

Online Support
For more information on Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC consult the following online
resources:
• Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC http://www.intel.com/products/motherboard/index.ht
m
• Desktop Board Support http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support?iid=hdr+supp
ort
• Available configurations for Intel http://ark.intel.com
Desktop Board DZ68BC
• Supported processors http://processormatch.intel.com
• Chipset information http://www.intel.com/products/desktop/chipsets/inde
x.htm
• BIOS and driver updates http://downloadcenter.intel.com/
• Integration information http://www.intel.com/support/go/buildit

Processor

CAUTION
Failure to use an appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V (2 x 4 pin)
power connector to the Desktop Board may result in damage to the board, or the
system may not function properly.

Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC supports an Intel processor in the LGA1155 package.
Processors are not included with the Desktop Board and must be purchased
separately. The processor connects to the Desktop Board through the LGA1155
socket.

For information on supported processors for Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC, go to

http://processormatch.intel.com.

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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 this effect on the screen at power up. The BIOS will attempt to
configure the memory controller for normal operation.
The Desktop Board supports the following memory and interface:
• Four 240-pin Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Module
(DIMM) sockets with gold-plated contacts arranged in two channels
• 2133 MHz to 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM Memory Modules
• Support for single- and dual-channel memory interleaving
• Unbuffered, non-registered single- or double-sided DIMMs with a voltage rating of
1.65 V or less

CAUTION
Using a DIMM with a voltage rating higher than 1.65 V may damage the
processor.

• Non-ECC DDR3 memory

• Serial Presence Detect (SPD) memory only
• Up to 32 GB maximum total system memory using 8 GB DIMMs

NOTE
32-bit operating systems are limited to a maximum of 4 GB of memory.
These operating systems will report less than 4 GB because of the memory
used by add-in graphics cards and other system resources.

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Intel® Z68 Express Chipset

The Intel Z68 Express Chipset consists of the Intel Z68 PCH. The Intel Z68 PCH
includes Intel Rapid Storage Technology and Intel Smart Response Technology.

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology

Intel Rapid Storage Technology version 10.6 enables Intel Smart Response Technology
and full Serial ATA (SATA) interface speed up to 6 Gb/s to support next-generation
Solid State Drives (SSDs) or traditional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs). Intel Rapid Storage
Technology 10.6 also adds support for greater than 2.2 TB HDDs in a RAID
configuration.

Intel® Smart Response Technology

Intel Smart Response Technology supports a single drive volume that combines the
high-performance benefits of SSDs with the large storage capacities of traditional
HDDs to dramatically increase system responsiveness and enable faster boot times.
The two technologies (SSD and HDD) appear as a single C:\ drive letter that provides
you with the familiar storage identifier.
The system automatically learns which files you access frequently and then copies
them from the HDD to the SSD. The next time you request these files, the system
loads them from the fast SSD rather than the slower HDD. For infrequently-used files,
the system loads them from the HDD when you need them.

For more information on Intel Smart Response Technology refer to

http://download.intel.com/design/flash/nand/325554.pdf or download the user guide
at http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/dz68db/sb/CS-
032499.htm?wapkw=(smart+response)

Audio Subsystem
The onboard audio subsystem consists of the following components:
• Intel Z68 PCH
• Realtek ALC892 codec
The subsystem has the following headers and connectors:
• Back panel audio connectors, including an S/PDIF out optical port.
• Advanced jack sense for the back panel audio connectors that enables the audio
codec to recognize the device that is connected to an audio port
• Front panel audio header that supports Intel HD Audio and AC ‘97 Audio. This
header provides mic in and line out signals for front panel audio connectors.
• An onboard S/PDIF output header

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The audio subsystem supports the following features:

• A signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of 97 dB
• Independent multi-streaming 8-channel (7.1) audio (using the back panel audio
connectors) and 2-channel audio (using the Intel HD Audio front panel header)
Table 3 lists the supported functions of front panel and back panel audio jacks.

Table 3. Audio Jack Retasking Support

Micro-
phone/
Audio Side Head- Front Side Rear Center/
Jack Surround phones Speakers Line In Surround Surround Subwoofer
FP Green Default
FP Pink Default
BP Blue Default
BP Green Control Default
panel
BP Pink Default Default
BP Black Default
BP Orange Default

LAN Subsystem
The LAN subsystem includes:
• Intel Z68 PCH
• Intel 82579V Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) Ethernet LAN controller
• RJ-45 LAN connector with integrated status LEDs
The subsystem features:
• CSMA/CD protocol engine
• LAN connect interface between the Intel Z68 PCH and the LAN controller
• PCI bus power management
Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see
Figure 2). These LEDs indicate the status of the LAN as shown in Table 4.

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Figure 2. LAN Connector LEDs

Table 4. LAN Connector LEDs

LED LED Color LED State Indicates
A Green Off LAN link is not established
On LAN link is established
Blinking LAN activity is occurring
B N/A Off 10 Mb/s data rate
Green On 100 Mb/s data rate
Yellow On 1000 Mb/s data rate

USB Support
The Desktop Board supports USB 2.0 and USB 3.0. There are 14 USB 2.0 ports (six
ports routed to back panel connectors and eight ports routed to four onboard
headers). The USB 2.0 ports are high-speed, full-speed, and low-speed capable.

USB 3.0 is supported with two back panel connectors (blue) and one onboard dual-
port connector (blue). USB 3.0 ports are backward compatible with USB 2.0 and
USB 1.1 devices. The USB 3.0 ports are SuperSpeed, high-speed, full-speed, and low-
speed capable.

SATA Support
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC provides the following SATA support:
• Two onboard 6.0 Gb/s SATA channels provided by the Intel Z68 PCH (dark blue
connectors)
• Two onboard 6.0 Gb/s SATA channels provided by a Marvell 88SE9128 SATA
controller (light blue connectors)
• Four onboard 3.0 Gb/s SATA channels provided by the Intel Z68 PCH (black
connectors)
• One back panel 6.0 Gb/s eSATA channel (red connector)

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SATA RAID
The onboard SATA channels provided by the Intel Z68 PCH support Intel Rapid Storage
Technology version 10.6 which provides the following RAID (Redundant Array of
Independent Drives) levels:
• RAID 0 - data striping
• RAID 1 - data mirroring
• RAID 0+1 (or RAID 10) - data striping and data mirroring
• RAID 5 - distributed parity

Legacy I/O
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC includes a legacy I/O controller that provides the
following I/O features:
• Consumer Infrared (CIR) support
• Serial port support via an onboard header
• Low pin count (LPC) interface
• Intelligent power management, including a programmable wake up event interface
• PCI power management support

Expandability
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC provides the following expansion capability:
• One PCI Express 2.0 x16 port
• One PCI Express 2.0 x8 port (x8 electrical; x16 compatible)
• Two PCI Express 2.0 x1 ports
• Three PCI bus connectors

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Bluetooth*/WiFi Support
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC ships with an external Bluetooth*/WiFi module that
allows you to connect to wireless networks and Bluetooth peripherals. For instructions
on how to install the Bluetooth/WiFi module in a desktop chassis, refer to “Installing
the WiFi/Bluetooth* Module in a Desktop Chassis (Optional)” on page 66.

Bluetooth Technology
The Bluetooth/WiFi Module enables you to connect with a variety of Bluetooth-enabled
devices. Driver support is provided by Microsoft operating systems such as Microsoft
Vista and Microsoft Windows 7. The Bluetooth driver stack is supplied by Microsoft but
some Bluetooth enabled devices might provide additional Bluetooth features and for
proper functioning of those features, will need their own supplied drivers installed.
• CSR Bluetooth module (BC0401PC08)
• Maximum data rate 3.0 Mb/s
• Forward and backward compatibility with Bluetooth v1.1, v1.2, v2.0, and v2.1
• Integrated antenna
• Operating system support for Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 both
32 bit and 64 bit
To obtain more Bluetooth information and drivers go to http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-
us/library/aa362932(VS.85).aspx

WiFi 802.11 Wireless

The Bluetooth/WiFi Module also enables you to connect with a variety of WiFi enabled
networks and access points and also allows peer to peer connections. Driver support
is provided by Microsoft operating systems such as Microsoft Vista and Microsoft
Windows 7 with additional support provided by the supplied WiFi driver included on the
Driver DVD and online.
• Ralink WiFi 802.11 (RT8070)
• Range up to 300 meters
• Supports the following:
⎯ IEEE 802.11B supports up to 11 Mb/s data rate
⎯ IEEE 802.11G supports up to 54 Mb/s data rate
⎯ IEEE 802.11N supports up to 150 Mb/s data rate
• Integrated antenna
• Operating system support for Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 both
32 bit and 64 bit
To obtain more WiFi information and drivers go to http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-
us/library/aa362932(VS.85).aspx

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BIOS
The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS Setup program, and the
PCI/PCI Express and SATA auto-configuration utilities. The BIOS is stored in a Serial
Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash device.
The BIOS can be updated by following the instructions in Chapter 3 starting on
page 67.

Serial ATA Auto Configuration

If you install a Serial ATA device (such as a hard drive) in your computer, the auto-
configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the device for
your computer. You do not need to run the BIOS Setup program after installing a
Serial ATA. You can override the auto-configuration options by specifying manual
configuration in the BIOS Setup program.

PCI* and PCI Express* Auto Configuration

If you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card in your computer, the PCI/PCI Express
auto-configuration utility in the BIOS automatically detects and configures the
resources (IRQs, DMA channels, and I/O space) for that add-in card. You do not need
to run the BIOS Setup program after you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card.

Security Passwords
The BIOS includes security features that restrict whether the BIOS Setup program can
be accessed and who can boot the computer. A supervisor password and a user
password can be set for the BIOS Setup and for booting the computer, with the
following restrictions:
• The supervisor password gives unrestricted access to view and change all Setup
options. If only the supervisor password is set, pressing <Enter> at the password
prompt of Setup gives the user restricted access to Setup.
• If both the supervisor and user passwords are set, you must enter either the
supervisor password or the user password to access Setup. Setup options are then
available for viewing and changing depending on whether the supervisor or user
password was entered.
• Setting a user password restricts who can boot the computer. The password
prompt is displayed before the computer is booted. If only the supervisor
password is set, the computer boots without asking for a password. If both
passwords are set, you can enter either password to boot the computer.
Related Links:
For instructions on resetting the password, go to Clearing Passwords on page 59.

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Back to BIOS Button

The back panel Back to BIOS button (Figure 3, A) duplicates the functionality of the
BIOS configuration jumper (see Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper on page 58)
with the following exceptions:
• It can only be used to force the board to power on to the BIOS Maintenance Menu
using default values but it will retain all previously saved changes.
• It cannot be used to override passwords set in the BIOS.
• It cannot be used to invoke BIOS recovery mode.
The button glows red when it is activated.

NOTE
Using the Back to BIOS button does not set the board to the factory BIOS
defaults. To restore settings to the factory defaults, use the <F9> key once
BIOS setup mode is active.

Figure 3. Location of the Back to BIOS Button

Hardware Management
The hardware management features of Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC enable the board
to be compatible with the Wired for Management (WfM) specification. The board has
several hardware management features including the following:
• Fan speed monitoring and control
• Thermal and voltage monitoring
• Chassis intrusion detection

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Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control

The features of the hardware monitoring and fan speed control include:
• Monitoring of power supply voltages to detect levels above and below acceptable
values
• Smart fan control provided by the legacy I/O controller, delivering acoustically-
optimized thermal management. Fan speed controllers and sensors are integrated
into the legacy I/O controller.
• A thermal sensor in the processor
• Thermally monitored closed-loop fan control, for all onboard fans, that can adjust
fan speed

Chassis Intrusion
The board supports a 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. See Figure 24, D
for the location of the chassis intrusion header.

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)
• Standby Power Indicator LED
• Wake from USB
• Power Management Event signal (PME#) wakeup support
• WAKE# signal wake-up support
• Wake from Consumer IR
• Wake from serial port

Software Support
ACPI
ACPI gives the operating system direct control over the power management and Plug
and Play functions of a computer. The use of ACPI with the Desktop Board requires an
operating system that provides full ACPI support.

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Hardware Support
Power Connectors
ATX12V-compliant power supplies can turn off the computer power through system
control. When an ACPI-enabled computer receives the correct command, the power
supply removes all non-standby voltages.
When resuming from an AC power failure, the computer returns to the power state it
was in before power was interrupted (either on or off). The computer’s response can
be set by using the Last Power State feature in the BIOS Setup program’s Boot menu.
The Desktop Board has three power connectors. See Figure 27 on page 57 for the
location of the power connectors.

Fan Headers
The function/operation of the fans is as follows:
• The fans are on when the computer is in the ACPI S0 state.
• The fans are off when the computer is in the ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.
• Each fan header is wired to a tachometer input of the hardware monitoring and
control device.
• All fan headers support closed-loop fan control that can adjust the fan speed or
switch the fan on or off as needed.
• All fan headers have a +12 V DC connection.
The Desktop Board has a 4-pin processor fan header and three 4-pin chassis fan
headers.

LAN Wake Capabilities

CAUTION
For LAN wake capabilities, the 5 V standby line for the power supply must be capable
of delivering adequate +5 V standby current. Failure to provide adequate standby
current when using this feature can damage the power supply.
LAN wakeup capabilities enable remote wake-up of the computer through a network.
The LAN subsystem monitors network traffic and upon detecting a Magic Packet*
frame, it asserts a wake-up signal that powers up the computer.

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Instantly Available PC Technology

CAUTIONS
For Instantly Available PC technology, the 5 V standby line for the power supply must
be capable of delivering adequate +5 V standby current. Failure to provide adequate
standby current when using this feature can damage the power supply and/or effect
ACPI S3 sleep state functionality.
Power supplies used with this Desktop Board must be able to provide enough standby
current to support the standard Instantly Available (ACPI S3 sleep state) configuration.
If the standby current necessary to support multiple wake events from the PCI and/or
USB buses exceeds power supply capacity, the Desktop Board may lose register
settings stored in memory.

Instantly Available PC technology enables the board to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-to-
RAM) sleep state. While in the S3 sleep state, the computer will appear to be off. If
the computer has a dual-colored power LED on the front panel, the sleep state is
indicated by the LED turning amber. When signaled by a wake-up device or event, the
computer quickly returns to its last known awake state.

The Desktop Board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification.
Add-in cards that support this specification can participate in power management and
can be used to wake the computer.

Standby Power Indicator LED

CAUTION
If the AC power has been switched off and the standby power indicator is still lit,
disconnect the power cord before installing or removing any devices connected to the
board. Failure to do so could damage the board and any attached devices.

The Desktop Board’s standby power indicator, shown in Figure 4, is lit when there is
standby power still present on the board even when the computer appears to be off.
For example, when this green LED is lit, standby power is still present at the memory
module sockets and the PCI Express connector.

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Figure 4. Location of the Standby Power Indicator

For more information on standby current requirements for the Desktop Board, refer to
the Technical Product Specification at
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/

Wake from USB

NOTE
Wake from USB requires the use of a USB peripheral that supports Wake from USB
and an operating system that supports Wake from USB.

USB bus activity wakes the computer from an ACPI S3 state.

PME# Signal Wake-up Support

When the PME# signal on the PCI bus is asserted, the computer wakes from an
ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.

WAKE# Signal Wake-up Support

When the WAKE# signal on the PCI Express bus is asserted, the computer wakes from
an ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.

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Wake from Consumer IR

Consumer IR device activity wakes the computer from an ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.

Wake from Serial Port

Serial port activity wakes the computer from an ACPI S3, S4, or S5 state.

Onboard Power and Reset Buttons

The lighted Power button on the Desktop Board (Figure 5, A) can be used to turn the
computer on or off. This button duplicates the function of the front panel power
button. To turn off the computer using the onboard Power button, press it for three
seconds.
The Power button stays lit when there is standby power still present on the board.
This is the case even when the computer appears to be off. For example, when this
button is lit, standby power is still present at the memory module sockets and the PCI
bus connectors.

CAUTION
If the AC power has been switched off and the onboard power button is still lit,
disconnect the power cord before installing or removing any devices connected to the
board. Failure to do so could damage the board and any attached devices.
The lighted Reset button on the Desktop Board (Figure 5, B) can be used to reset the
board. This button duplicates the function of the front panel Reset button.

Figure 5. Onboard Power and Reset Buttons

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Board Status LEDs

The Desktop Board includes thirteen LEDs that allow you to monitor the board’s
progress through the BIOS Power-on Self-Test, Hard Drive activity, processor and
voltage regulator temperature, and certain error conditions. At initial power on, all the
LEDs are off. Figure 6 shows the location the LEDs and Table 5 briefly describes their
function.

Table 5. Board Status LEDs

Item/Callout LED
in Figure 6 Activity Color Description

A Hard Drive Activity Blue This LED blinks on and off with hard
drive activity.

B Processor Hot Red When lit, this LED indicates an elevated

temperature on the processor that
could affect performance.

C Voltage Regulator Hot Red When lit, this LED indicates an elevated
temperature in the processor voltage
regulator circuit that could affect
performance.
D Watch Dog Timer Fire/ Red When the watch dog timer fires to reset
Back to BIOS the board, this LED will flash.
In addition, this LED will light and stay
on when the Back to BIOS button has
been pressed.
E Processor Initialization Green This LED will flash when the processor
initialization activity starts. Then the
LED will stay on when processor
initialization is complete.
F Memory Initialization Green This LED will flash when the memory
initialization activity starts. Then the
LED will stay on when memory
initialization is complete.
G Video Initialization Green This LED will flash when the video
initialization activity starts. Then the
LED will stay on when video
initialization is complete.
H USB Initialization Green This LED will flash when the USB
initialization activity starts. Then the
LED will stay on when USB initialization
is complete.
I Hard Drive Initialization Green This LED will flash when the hard drive
activity starts. Then the LED will stay
on when hard drive initialization is
complete.
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Table 5. Board Status LEDs (continued)

Item/Callout LED
in Figure 6 Activity Color Description
J Option ROM Initialization Green This LED will flash when the option
ROM activity starts. Then the LED will
stay on when option ROM initialization
is complete.
K OS Start Green Just before the BIOS transfers control
to the operating system, this LED will
light and stay on.

L IERR#_LED Red

M PME#_LED Red

Figure 6. Location of the Diagnostic LEDs

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Speaker
A speaker is mounted on the Desktop Board. The speaker provides audible error code
(beep code) information during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Refer to Appendix A
for a description of the board’s beep codes.

Battery
A battery on the Desktop Board keeps the values in CMOS RAM and the clock current
when the computer is turned off. Go to page 60 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.

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Board Components
This chapter tells you how to:
• Install the I/O shield
• Install and remove the Desktop Board
• Install and remove a processor
• Install and remove memory
• Install and remove a PCI Express x16 graphics card
• Connect SATA cables
• Connect to the internal headers
• Connect to the audio system
• Connect chassis fan and power supply cables
• Set the BIOS configuration jumper
• Clear passwords
• Replace the battery
• Install the WiFi/BlueTooth Module (optional)

Before You Begin

CAUTIONS
The procedures in this chapter assume familiarity with the general terminology
associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory
compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment.
Disconnect the computer from its power source and from any telecommunications
links, networks, or modems before performing any of the procedures described in this
chapter. Failure to disconnect power, telecommunications links, networks, or modems
before you open the computer or perform any procedures can result in personal injury
or equipment damage. Some circuitry on the board can continue to operate even
though the front panel power button is off.

Follow these guidelines before you begin:

• Always follow the steps in each procedure in the correct order.
• Set up a log to record information about your computer, such as model, serial
numbers, installed options, and configuration information.
• Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage components. Perform the procedures
described in this chapter only at an ESD workstation using an antistatic wrist strap
and a conductive foam pad. If such a station is not available, you can provide
some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap and attaching it to a
metal part of the computer chassis.

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Installation Precautions
When you install and 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 (such as processors, voltage regulators, and heat sinks)
• Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit
Observe all warnings and cautions that instruct you to refer computer servicing to
qualified technical personnel.

Prevent Power Supply Overload

Do not overload the power supply output. To avoid overloading the power supply,
make sure that the calculated total current loads of all the modules within the
computer is less than the output current rating of each of the power supplies output
circuits.

Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements

Read and follow the instructions in this section and the instructions supplied with the
chassis and associated modules. If you do not follow these instructions and the
instructions provided by the chassis and module suppliers, you increase your safety
risk and the possibility of noncompliance with regional laws and regulations. If the
instructions for the chassis are inconsistent with these instructions or the instructions
for associated modules, contact the supplier to find out how you can ensure that your
computer meets safety and regulatory requirements.
For information about the Desktop Board’s regulatory compliance, refer to Appendix B.

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Installing the I/O Shield

The Desktop Board comes with an I/O shield. When installed in the chassis, the shield
blocks radio frequency transmissions, protects internal components from dust and
foreign objects, and promotes 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 7. Press the shield into place so that it fits
tightly and securely. If the shield does not fit, obtain a properly sized shield from the
chassis supplier.

Figure 7. Installing the I/O Shield

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Installing and Removing the Desktop Board

CAUTION
Only qualified technical personnel should perform this procedure. Disconnect the
computer from its power source before performing the procedures described here.
Failure to disconnect the power before you open the computer can result in personal
injury or equipment damage.

Refer to your chassis manual for instructions on installing and removing the Desktop
Board.
Figure 8 shows the location of the mounting screw holes for Intel Desktop Board
DZ68BC.

Figure 8. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC Mounting Screw Hole Locations

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Installing and Removing a Processor

Instructions on how to install the processor on 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 power cord from the computer. Failure to do so could damage the
processor and the board.
To install a processor, follow these instructions:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2. Unlatch the processor socket lever by pushing it down and away from the socket
(Figure 9, A, B).

Figure 9. Unlatch the Processor Socket Lever

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3. Rotate the socket lever to lift the load plate away from the socket (Figure 10, A).
Make sure that the load plate is in the fully open position (Figure 10, B) while being
careful not to damage adjacent components. Do not touch the socket contacts.

Figure 10. Lift the Processor Socket Load Plate

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4. Remove the processor from its protective cover. Hold the processor only at the
edges, being careful not to touch the bottom of the processor (see Figure 11).

NOTE
Do not discard the processor cover. Always replace the processor cover if you
remove the processor from the socket.

Figure 11. Remove the Processor from the Protective Cover

5. Hold the processor with your thumb and index finger oriented as shown in
Figure 12 to align your fingers with the socket finger cutouts. Make sure that the
processor Pin 1 indicator (gold triangle) is aligned with the Pin 1 chamfer on the
socket (Figure 12, B) and that the notches on the processor align with the posts on
the socket (Figure 12, C). Lower the processor straight down without tilting or
sliding it in the socket (Figure 12, A).

Figure 12. Install the Processor

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7. Carefully lower the socket lever (Figure 13, A) while making sure that the front
edge of the load plate slides under the shoulder screw cap as the lever is lowered.
Latch the socket lever under the load plate tab (Figure 13, C, D). The socket cover
(Figure 13, B) will pop off as shown.

Figure 13. Secure the Processor Socket Load Plate in Place

8. Pick up the socket cover and remove it from the desktop board.

NOTE
Do not discard the socket cover; save it for possible future use. Always replace
the socket cover if you remove the processor from the socket.

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Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink

Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC has mounting holes for a processor fan heat sink. For
instructions on how to attach the processor fan heat sink to the Desktop Board, refer
to the boxed processor manual or boxed thermal solution manual.

Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable

Connect the processor fan heat sink power cable to the 4-pin processor fan header
(see Figure 14). A fan with a 4-pin connector as shown in Figure 14 is recommended.

Figure 14. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Power Cable to the
Processor Fan Header

Removing the Processor

For instructions on how to remove the processor fan heat sink and processor, refer to
the processor installation manual.

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Installing and Removing System Memory

Desktop board DZ68BC has four 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets arranged in two
channels (A and B).

Guidelines for Dual Channel Memory Configuration

Before installing DIMMs, read and follow these guidelines for dual channel memory
configuration.

Two or Four DIMMs

Install a matched pair of DIMMs equal in speed and size (see Figure 15) in the blue
socket of channel A (DIMM 1) and channel B (DIMM 2).

Figure 15. Example Dual Channel Memory Configuration with Two DIMMs

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If additional memory is to be used, install another matched pair of DIMMs (see

Figure 16) in the black socket of channel A (DIMM 3) and channel B (DIMM 4).

Figure 16. Example Dual Channel Memory Configuration with Four DIMMs

Three DIMMs
If you want to use three DIMMs in a dual-channel configuration, install a matched pair
of DIMMs equal in speed and size in DIMM 1 and DIMM 3 of channel A. Then install
another DIMM equal to the speed and total size of the DIMMs installed in channel A in
either DIMM 2 or DIMM 4 of channel B (Figure 17).

Figure 17. Example Dual Channel Memory Configuration with Three DIMMs

NOTE
All other memory configurations will result in single channel memory operation.

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Installing DIMMs
To make sure you have the correct DIMM, place it on the illustration of the DDR3
DIMM in Figure 18. All the notches should match with the DDR3 DIMM.

Figure 18. Use DDR3 DIMMs

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NOTE
For best memory performance, install memory in the blue DIMM sockets first.

To install a DIMM, follow these steps:

1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer
and disconnect the AC power cord.
3. Remove the computer’s cover and locate the DIMM sockets (see Figure 19).

Figure 19. Installing a DIMM

4. Make sure the clips at either end of the DIMM socket(s) are pushed outward to the
open position.
5. Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its anti-static package.
6. Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of
the DIMM with the keys in the socket (see inset in Figure 19).
7. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket.
8. When the DIMM is inserted, push down on the top edge of the DIMM until the
retaining clips snap into place. Make sure the clips are firmly in place.
9. Replace the computer’s cover and reconnect the AC power cord.

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Removing DIMMs
To remove a DIMM, follow these steps:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer.
3. Remove the AC power cord from the computer.
4. Remove the computer’s cover.
5. Gently spread the retaining clips at each end of the DIMM socket. The DIMM pops
out of the socket.
6. Hold the DIMM by the edges, lift it away from the socket, and store it in an
anti-static package.
7. Replace the computer’s cover and reconnect the AC power cord.

Installing and Removing PCI Express x16

Graphics Cards

Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card

CAUTION
When installing a PCI Express card, ensure that the card is fully seated in the PCI
Express connector before you power on the system. If the card is not fully seated in
the connector, an electrical short may result across the connector pins. Depending on
the over-current protection of the power supply, certain Desktop Board components
and/or traces may be damaged.

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Follow these instructions to install a PCI Express x16 graphics card:

1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2. Place the card in the PCI Express x16 connector (Figure 20, A) and press down on
the card until it is completely seated in the connector and the card retention notch
on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism pin on the connector.
3. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw
(Figure 20, B).
4. Connect the monitor cable to the graphics card according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

Figure 20. Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card

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Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card

Follow these instructions to remove a PCI Express x16 graphics card from a connector:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2. Remove the screw (Figure 21, A) that secures the card’s metal bracket to the
chassis back panel.
3. Push the card ejector lever down using the tip of a pencil or similar tool
(Figure 21, B) in the notch. This will release the card from the connector (C).
4. Pull the card straight up to remove it.

Figure 21. Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card

Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards

The Desktop Board supports technology that allows you to install linked PCI Express
graphics cards such as NVIDIA* SLI* (Scalable Link Interface) cards. Make sure you
use two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA certified and the latest
graphics driver. You can use the connector included with the Desktop Board to
connect the two graphics cards together. Consult the user documentation for your
graphics cards or visit the NVIDIA GeForce* website
(http://www.geforce.com/#/News) for more information on graphics card
configurations.

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To install two linked PCI Express graphics cards:

1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2. Install the first card in the PCI Express x16 connector as described in “Installing a
PCI Express x16 Graphics Card” on page 44.
3. Place the second card in the secondary PCI Express x16 connector (Figure 22, A)
and press down on the card until it is completely seated in the connector and the
card retention notch on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism
pin on the connector.
4. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw
(Figure 22, B).
5. Connect the two cards together with the SLI bridge (Figure 22, C) as shown.
6. Connect the monitor cable to the graphics card according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

Figure 22. Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards

For more complete installation and configuration information refer to the

documentation supplied by the graphics card manufacturer or visit their website.

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Connecting SATA Cables

SATA cables support the Serial ATA protocol. Each cable can be used to connect one
internal SATA drive to the Desktop Board. For correct cable function:
1. Observe the precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 31.
2. Attach one end of the SATA cable to one of the SATA connectors on the board
(Figure 23, A) and attach the other end of the cable to the SATA drive
(Figure 23, B).

Figure 23. Connecting SATA Cables

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Connecting to the Internal Headers and

Connectors
Before connecting cables to any of the internal headers or connectors, observe the
precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 31. Figure 24 shows the location of the
internal headers and connectors on Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC.

Figure 24. Internal Headers and Connectors

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Front Panel Intel HD Audio Header

Figure 24, A shows the location of the front panel Intel HD Audio header. Table 6
shows the pin assignments and signal names for the front panel Intel HD Audio
header.

Table 6. Front Panel Intel HD Audio Header Signal Names

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 PORT 1L 2 GND
3 PORT 1R 4 PRESENCE#
5 PORT 2R 6 SENSE1_RETURN
7 SENSE_SEND 8 KEY (no pin)
9 PORT 2L 10 SENSE2_RETURN

S/PDIF Header
Figure 24, B shows the location of the S/PDIF output header. Table 7 shows the pin
assignments and signal names for the S/PDIF connector.

Table 7. S/PDIF Header Signal Names

Pin Description
1 Ground
2 S/PDIF Out
3 Key (no pin)
4 +5 VDC

IEEE 1394a Header

Figure 24, C shows the location of the IEEE 1394a header. Table 8 shows the pin
assignments and signal names for the IEEE 1394a header.

Table 8. IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 TPA1+ 2 TPA1-
3 Ground 4 Ground
5 TPA2+ 6 TPA2-
7 +12 V 8 +12 V
9 Key (no pin) 10 Ground

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Chassis Intrusion Header

Figure 24, D shows the location of the chassis intrusion header. This header can be
connected to a mechanical switch on the chassis to detect if the chassis cover is
removed. This switch should be in the open position when the chassis cover is
installed and closed when the cover is removed.

Table 9 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the chassis intrusion header.

Table 9. Chassis Intrusion Header Signal Names

Pin Description
1 Ground
2 Intruder#

Consumer IR (CIR) Headers

The Desktop Board has two CIR headers: the input or receiver header (Figure 24, E)
and the output or emitter header (Figure 24, F). The receiver header consists of a
filtered translated infrared input compliant with Microsoft CIR specifications and a
“learning” infrared input. The learning input is a high-pass input which the computer
can use to “learn” to speak the infrared communication language of other user
remotes. The emitter header consists of two output ports which the computer can use
to emulate “learned” infrared commands in order to control external electronic
hardware.

NOTE
The Consumer IR option must be enabled in the system BIOS before it can
function. Press <F2> at boot to enter the system BIOS, and go to Advanced >
Peripheral Configuration > Enhanced Consumer IR, and set this option to
Enabled.
Table 10 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the front panel CIR receiver
(input) header and Table 11 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the back
panel CIR emitter (output) header.

Table 10. Front Panel CIR Receiver (Input) Header Signal Names
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 Ground 2 LED
3 No Connection 4 Learn-In
5 +5 V Standby 6 Vcc
7 Key (no pin) 8 CIR Input

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Table 11. Back Panel CIR Header Emitter (Output) Header Signal Names
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 Emitter Out 1 2 Emitter Out 2
3 Ground 4 Key (no pin)
5 Jack Detect 1 6 Jack Detect 2

Front Panel Header

Figure 24, G shows the location of the front panel header. Table 12 shows the pin
assignments and signal names for the front panel header.

Table 12. Front Panel Header Signal Names

Pin Description In/Out Pin Description In/Out
Hard Drive Activity LED Power LED
1 Hard disk LED pull-up to +5 V Out 2 Front panel green LED Out
3 Hard disk active LED Out 4 Front panel yellow LED Out
Reset Switch On/Off Switch
5 Ground 6 Power switch In
7 Reset switch In 8 Ground
Power Not Connected
9 Power Out 10 No pin

NOTE
When connecting individual wires from your chassis front panel to the front panel
header, be sure to observe the connection polarity. Positive wires are usually
solid color and negative wires are usually white or striped.

Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header

Figure 24, H shows the location of the alternate front panel power LED header. Pins 1
and 3 of this header duplicate the signals on pins 2 and 4 of the front panel header. If
your chassis has a three-pin power LED cable, connect it to this header. Table 13
shows the pin assignments for the alternate front panel header.

Table 13. Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Signal Names
Pin Signal Name In/Out
1 Front panel green LED Out
2 No pin
3 Front panel yellow LED Out

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Serial Header
Figure 24, I shows the location of the serial headers. Table 14 shows the pin
assignments and signal names for each serial header.

Table 14. Serial Port Header

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 DCD (Data Carrier Detect) 2 RXD# (Receive Data)
3 TXD# (Transmit Data) 4 DTR (Data Terminal Ready)
5 Ground 6 DSR (Data Set Ready)
7 RTS (Request To Send) 8 CTS (Clear To Send)
9 RI (Ring Indicator) 10 Key (no pin)

USB 2.0 Headers

Figure 24, J shows the location of the four USB 2.0 headers. Table 15 shows the pin
assignments and signal names for each USB 2.0 header. Each USB 2.0 header can be
used to connect two USB devices.

Table 15. USB 2.0 Header Signal Names

Port A Port B
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 Power (+5 V) 2 Power (+5 V)
3 D- 4 D-
5 D+ 6 D+
7 Ground 8 Ground
9 Key 10 No Connection

NOTE
Computer systems that have an unshielded cable attached to a USB port might not
meet FCC Class B requirements, even if no device or a low-speed USB device is
attached to the cable. Use a shielded cable that meets the requirements for a
full-speed USB device.

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USB 3.0 Connector

Figure 24, K shows the location of the USB 3.0 connector. Table 16 shows the pin
assignments and signal names for the USB 3.0 connector. The USB 3.0 connector can
be used to connect two USB devices.

Table 16. USB 3.0 Connector

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 Vbus 2 IntA_P1_SSRX−
3 IntA_P1_SSRX+ 4 Ground
5 IntA_P1_SSTX− 6 IntA_P1_SSTX+
7 Ground 8 IntA_P1_D−
9 IntA_P1_D+ 10 ID
11 IntA_P2_D+ 12 IntA_P2_D−
13 Ground 14 IntA_P2_SSTX+
15 IntA_P2_SSTX− 16 Ground
17 IntA_P2_SSRX+ 18 IntA_P2_SSRX−
19 Vbus 20 Key (no pin)

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Connecting to the Audio System

After installing the Realtek audio driver from the Intel® Express Installer DVD-ROM,
the multi-channel audio feature can be enabled. Figure 25 shows the back panel audio
connectors. The default connector assignments are shown in the table.

Item Description
A Rear surround speakers
B Center/subwoofer
C Line in
D Front speakers
E Mic in/side surround speakers
F S/PDIF (optical)

Figure 25. Back Panel Audio Connectors

NOTE
The back panel line out connector is designed to power either headphones or amplified
speakers only. Poor audio quality may occur if passive (non-amplified) speakers are
connected to this output.

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Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply

Cables

Connecting Chassis Fan Cables

Connect chassis fan cables to the chassis fan headers on the Desktop Board.
Figure 26 shows the location of the chassis fan headers.

Figure 26. Location of the Chassis Fan Headers

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Connecting Power Supply Cables

Figure 27 shows the location of the power connectors.

CAUTION
Failure to use an appropriate power supply and/or not connecting the 12 V
(Figure 27, A) power connector to the Desktop Board may result in damage to the
board or the system may not function properly.

The 2 x 12 pin main power connector (Figure 27, B) is backwards compatible with
ATX12V power supplies with 2 x 10 connectors.

Figure 27. Connecting Power Supply Cables

1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.

2. Connect the 12 V processor core voltage power supply cable to the 2 x 4 pin
connector (Figure 27, A).
3. Connect the main power supply cable to the 2 x 12 pin connector (Figure 27, B).

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Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper

NOTE
Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before
moving the jumper. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable
computer operation.
Figure 28 shows the location of the Desktop Board’s BIOS configuration jumper block.

Figure 28. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block

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The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables board configuration to be done in the BIOS
Setup program. Table 17 shows the jumper settings for the BIOS Setup program
modes.

Table 17. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes
Mode Description
Normal (default) (1-2) The BIOS uses the current configuration and
passwords for booting.
Configure (2-3) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the
BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Use this
menu to clear passwords.
Recovery (None) The BIOS recovers data in the event of a failed
BIOS update.

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 31.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer.
Disconnect the computer’s power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or
power adapter).
3. Remove the computer cover.
4. Find the configuration jumper block (see Figure 28).
5. Place the jumper on pins 2-3.
6. Replace the cover, plug in the computer, turn on the computer, and allow it to
boot.
7. The computer starts the Setup program. Setup displays the Maintenance menu.
8. Use the arrow keys to select Clear Passwords. Press <Enter> and Setup displays a
pop-up screen requesting that you confirm clearing the password. Select Yes and
press <Enter>. Setup displays the maintenance menu again.
9. Press <F10> to save the current values and exit Setup.
10. Turn off the computer. Disconnect the computer’s power cord from the AC power
source.
11. Remove the computer cover.
12. To restore normal operation, place the jumper on pins 1-2.
13. Replace the cover, plug in the computer, and turn on the computer.

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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, the battery has an estimated life of
three years. When the computer is plugged in, the standby current from the power
supply extends the life of the battery. The clock is accurate to ± 13 minutes/year at
25 ºC with 3.3 VSB applied.

When the voltage drops below a certain level, the BIOS Setup program settings stored
in CMOS RAM (for example, the date and time) might not be accurate. Replace the
battery with an equivalent one. Figure 29 on page 65 shows the location of the
battery.

CAUTION
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries should be
recycled where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in accordance with local
environmental regulations.

PRÉCAUTION
Risque d'explosion si la pile usagée est remplacée par une pile de type incorrect. Les
piles usagées doivent être recyclées dans la mesure du possible. La mise au rebut des
piles usagées doit respecter les réglementations locales en vigueur en matière de
protection de l'environnement.

FORHOLDSREGEL
Eksplosionsfare, hvis batteriet erstattes med et batteri af en forkert type. Batterier
bør om muligt genbruges. Bortskaffelse af brugte batterier bør foregå i
overensstemmelse med gældende miljølovgivning.

OBS!
Det kan oppstå eksplosjonsfare hvis batteriet skiftes ut med feil type. Brukte batterier
bør kastes i henhold til gjeldende miljølovgivning.

VIKTIGT!
Risk för explosion om batteriet ersätts med felaktig batterityp. Batterier ska kasseras
enligt de lokala miljövårdsbestämmelserna.

VARO
Räjähdysvaara, jos pariston tyyppi on väärä. Paristot on kierrätettävä, jos se on
mahdollista. Käytetyt paristot on hävitettävä paikallisten ympäristömääräysten
mukaisesti.

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VORSICHT
Bei falschem Einsetzen einer neuen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Die Batterie
darf nur durch denselben oder einen entsprechenden, vom Hersteller empfohlenen
Batterietyp ersetzt werden. Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien den Anweisungen
des Herstellers entsprechend.

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 dal produttore. Per
disfarsi delle pile usate, seguire le istruzioni del produttore.

PRECAUCIÓN
Existe peligro de explosión si la pila no se cambia de forma adecuada. Utilice
solamente pilas iguales o del mismo tipo que las recomendadas por el fabricante del
equipo. Para deshacerse de las pilas usadas, siga igualmente las instrucciones del
fabricante.

WAARSCHUWING
Er bestaat ontploffingsgevaar als de batterij wordt vervangen door een onjuist type
batterij. Batterijen moeten zoveel mogelijk worden gerecycled. Houd u bij het
weggooien van gebruikte batterijen aan de plaatselijke milieuwetgeving.

ATENÇÃO
Haverá risco de explosão se a bateria for substituída por um tipo de bateria incorreto.
As baterias devem ser recicladas nos locais apropriados. A eliminação de baterias
usadas deve ser feita de acordo com as regulamentações ambientais da região.

AŚCIAROŽZNAŚĆ
Існуе рызыка выбуху, калі заменены акумулятар неправільнага тыпу.
Акумулятары павінны, па магчымасці, перепрацоўвацца. Пазбаўляцца ад старых
акумулятараў патрэбна згодна з мясцовым заканадаўствам па экалогіі.

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UPOZORNÌNÍ
V případě výměny baterie za nesprávný druh může dojít k výbuchu. Je-li to možné,
baterie by měly být recyklovány. Baterie je třeba zlikvidovat v souladu s místními
předpisy o životním prostředí.

Προσοχή
Υπάρχει κίνδυνος για έκρηξη σε περίπτωση που η μπαταρία αντικατασταθεί από μία
λανθασμένου τύπου. Οι μπαταρίες θα πρέπει να ανακυκλώνονται όταν κάτι τέτοιο είναι
δυνατό. Η απόρριψη των χρησιμοποιημένων μπαταριών πρέπει να γίνεται σύμφωνα με
τους κατά τόπο περιβαλλοντικούς κανονισμούς.

VIGYÁZAT
Ha a telepet nem a megfelelő típusú telepre cseréli, az felrobbanhat. A telepeket
lehetőség szerint újra kell hasznosítani. A használt telepeket a helyi környezetvédelmi
előírásoknak megfelelően kell kiselejtezni.

AWAS
Risiko letupan wujud jika bateri digantikan dengan jenis yang tidak betul. Bateri
sepatutnya dikitar semula jika boleh. Pelupusan bateri terpakai mestilah mematuhi
peraturan alam sekitar tempatan.

OSTRZEŻENIE
Istnieje niebezpieczeństwo wybuchu w przypadku zastosowania niewłaściwego typu
baterii. Zużyte baterie należy w miarę możliwości utylizować zgodnie z odpowiednimi
przepisami ochrony środowiska.

PRECAUŢIE
Risc de explozie, dacă bateria este înlocuită cu un tip de baterie necorespunzător.
Bateriile trebuie reciclate, dacă este posibil. Depozitarea bateriilor uzate trebuie să
respecte reglementările locale privind protecţia mediului.

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ВНИМАНИЕ
При использовании батареи несоответствующего типа существует риск ее взрыва.
Батареи должны быть утилизированы по возможности. Утилизация батарей должна
проводится по правилам, соответствующим местным требованиям.

UPOZORNENIE
Ak batériu vymeníte za nesprávny typ, hrozí nebezpečenstvo jej výbuchu. Batérie by
sa mali podľa možnosti vždy recyklovať. Likvidácia použitých batérií sa musí vykonávať
v súlade s miestnymi predpismi na ochranu životného prostredia.

POZOR
Zamenjava baterije z baterijo drugačnega tipa lahko povzroči eksplozijo.
Če je mogoče, baterije reciklirajte. Rabljene baterije zavrzite v skladu z lokalnimi
okoljevarstvenimi predpisi.

UYARI
Yanlış türde pil takıldığında patlama riski vardır. Piller mümkün olduğunda geri
dönüştürülmelidir. Kullanılmış piller, yerel çevre yasalarına uygun olarak atılmalıdır.

OСТОРОГА
Використовуйте батареї правильного типу, інакше існуватиме ризик вибуху.
Якщо можливо, використані батареї слід утилізувати. Утилізація використаних
батарей має бути виконана згідно місцевих норм, що регулюють охорону довкілля.

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To replace the battery, follow these steps:

1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" (see page 31).
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Disconnect the
computer’s power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or power adapter).
3. Remove the computer cover.
4. Locate the battery on the board (see Figure 29).
5. With a medium flat-bladed screwdriver, gently pry the battery free from its
connector. Note the orientation of the “+” and “-” on the battery.
6. Install the new battery in the connector, orienting the “+” and “-” correctly.
7. Replace the computer cover.

Figure 29. Removing the Battery

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Installing the WiFi/Bluetooth* Module in a

Desktop Chassis (Optional)
Installing the WiFi/Bluetooth module that is shipped with Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC
in your desktop system allows you to connect to wireless networks and Bluetooth
peripherals.
The recommended installation procedure for a typical desktop chassis is as follows:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2. Make sure that the system is turned off and disconnected from its power source.
3. Remove the plastic cover from an empty 5-1/4 inch drive bay in the chassis bezel
(Figure 30, A).
4. Remove the metal filler plate from the internal drive bay (Figure 30, B).
5. Remove the paper backing covering the adhesive on the back of the WiFi/Bluetooth
Module and attach the module to the back side of the plastic drive bay cover
(Figure 30, C).
6. Connect one end of the USB cable to the connector on the front of the module
(Figure 30, D).
7. Reinstall the plastic drive bay cover in the chassis bezel while routing the USB
cable into the chassis through the empty drive bay (Figure 30, E).
8. Connect the free end of the USB cable to an unused front panel USB header on the
Desktop Board (see Figure 1, HH for locations) (Figure 30, F).

Figure 30. Installing the WiFi/Bluetooth Module

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3 Updating the BIOS

The BIOS Setup program can be used to view and change the BIOS settings for the
computer. You can access the BIOS Setup program by pressing the F2 key after the
Power-On Self-Test (POST) memory test begins and before the operating system boot
begins.
This chapter tells you how to update the BIOS by either using the Intel Express BIOS
Update utility or the Intel® Flash Memory Update Utility, and how to recover the BIOS
if an update fails.

Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express

BIOS Update Utility
With the Intel Express BIOS Update utility you can update the system BIOS while in
the Windows environment. The BIOS file is included in an automated update utility
that combines the functionality of the Intel Flash Memory Update Utility and the ease
of use of Windows-based installation wizards.
To update the BIOS with the Intel Express BIOS Update utility:
1. Go to the Intel World Wide Web site Download Center at
http://downloadcenter.intel.com/
2. Navigate to the DZ68BC page. Click on the “BIOS Update” link and then select the
Express BIOS Update file.
3. Download the file to your hard drive. (You can also save this file to a removable
USB device. This is useful if you are updating the BIOS for multiple identical
systems.)
4. Close all other applications. This step is required. Your system will be rebooted at
the last Express BIOS Update window.
5. Double-click the executable file from the location on your hard drive where it was
saved. This runs the update program.
6. Follow the instructions provided in the dialog boxes to complete the BIOS update.

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Updating the BIOS Using the F7 Function Key

To use this BIOS update method:
1. Download and save the Recovery BIOS (.BIO) file to a temporary directory.
2. Copy the .BIO file to a USB thumb drive.
3. Plug the thumb drive into a USB port of the target computer.
4. Shut down the target computer.
5. Enable the F7 prompt display:
a. Power the computer on.
b. Enter the BIOS Setup by pressing the F2 key during boot.
c. Go to the Advanced > Boot Configuration menu.
d. Enable Display F7 to Update BIOS
e. Press the F10 key to save and exit.
6. During boot, when the F7 prompt is displayed, press the F7 key to enter the BIOS
Flash Update tool.
7. Select the USB thumb drive and press Enter.
8. Select the .BIO file and press Enter
9. Confirm you want to update the BIOS by pressing Enter.
10. Wait 2-5 minutes for the update to complete.
11. Remove the thumb drive.
12. Restart the computer.

Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Flash

Memory Update Utility
You can use the information in this section to update the BIOS using the Intel® Flash
Memory Update Utility. With the Intel Flash Memory Update Utility you can update the
system BIOS from a bootable CD-ROM, bootable USB flash drive, or other bootable
USB media.

You can update to a new version of the BIOS by using the Intel Flash Memory BIOS
update file. The Intel Flash Memory BIOS update file is a compressed file that contains
the files you need to update the BIOS. The BIOS update file contains:
• New BIOS file (including the Intel® Management Engine (Intel® ME) Firmware
Image)
• Intel® Integrator Toolkit Configuration File (optional)
• Intel Flash Memory Update Utility
You can obtain this file through your computer supplier or by navigating to the Intel
Desktop Board DZ68BC page on the Intel World Wide Web site Download Center at
http://downloadcenter.intel.com.

On the DZ68BC page, click on the “BIOS Update” link and then select the Iflash BIOS
Update file.

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NOTE
Review the instructions distributed with the update utility before attempting a BIOS
update.

CAUTION
Do not interrupt the process or the system may not function properly.

1. Uncompress the BIOS update file and copy the .BIO file, IFLASH.EXE, and .ITK file
(optional) to a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media.
2. Configure the BIOS or use the F10 key option during POST to boot to the USB
device.
3. Manually run the IFLASH.EXE file from the USB device and manually update the
BIOS.

CAUTION
DO NOT POWER DOWN YOUR COMPUTER before the update is complete. The update
may take up to 5 minutes.

Recovering the BIOS

It is unlikely that anything will interrupt the BIOS update; however, if an interruption
occurs, the BIOS could be damaged. Due to BIOS size and recovery requirements, a
CD-R with the .BIO file in the root directory will be required.

You can obtain the Recovery BIOS Update file through your computer supplier or by
navigating to the Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC page on the Intel World Wide Web site
Download Center at http://downloadcenter.intel.com.

On the DZ68BC page, click on the “BIOS Update” link and then select the Recovery
BIOS Update file.

NOTE
For more information about updating the Intel Desktop Board BIOS or recovering from
a BIOS update failure, go to
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-022312.htm.

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A Error Messages and Indicators
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC reports POST errors in three ways:
• By sounding a beep code and blinking the front panel power LED
• By displaying an error message on the monitor
• By displaying diagnostic progress codes (POST codes)

BIOS Error Codes

Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, the BIOS causes the board’s
speaker to beep and the front panel power LED to blink an error message indicating
the problem (see Table 18).

Table 18. BIOS Beep Codes

Type Pattern
Processor One 0.5 second beep when the CPU initialization process
initialization complete completes.
POST complete One 0.5 second beep when POST completes.
Video error On-off (0.5 seconds each) two times, then 3.0 second pause
(off), entire pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the system
is powered off.
Memory error On-off (0.5 seconds each) three times, then 3.0 second pause
(off), entire pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the system
is powered off.
Thermal trip warning On-off (0.5 seconds each) four times, then 3.0 second pause
(off), entire pattern repeats (beeps and pause) until the
sixteenth beep, then ends.

Table 19. Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes

Type Pattern
Processor On when the system powers up, then off for 0.5 seconds.
initialization complete
POST complete On when the system powers up, then off for 0.5 seconds.
BIOS update in Off when the update begins, then on for 0.5 seconds, then off for
progress 0.5 seconds. The pattern repeats until the BIOS update is
complete.
Video error On-off (0.5 seconds each) two times, then 3.0 second pause
(off), entire pattern repeats (blink and pause) until the system is
powered off.
Memory error On-off (0.5 seconds each) three times, then 3.0 second pause
(off), entire pattern repeats (blinks and pause) until the system
is powered off.
Thermal trip warning On-off (0.5 seconds each) four times, then 3.0 second pause
(off), entire pattern repeats (blinks and pause) until the
sixteenth blink, then ends.

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BIOS Error Messages

When a recoverable error occurs during the POST, the BIOS displays an error message
describing the problem. Table 20 gives an explanation of the BIOS error messages.

Table 20. BIOS Error Messages

Error Message Explanation
PROCESSOR_THERMAL_TRIP_ERROR Processor was previously shutdown due to a thermal
event (overheating).
CMOS_BATTERY_ERROR The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery failure
occurred.
CMOS_CHECKSUM_ERROR The firmware has detected that a CMOS Checksum Error
occurred.
CMOS_TIMER_ERROR The firmware has detected that the system date/time
has not been set.
MEMORY_SIZE_DECREASE_ERROR The firmware has detected that the system memory has
decreased.
INTRUDER_DETECTION_ERROR The system chassis was opened.
SPD_TOLER_ERROR SERIAL PRESENCE DETECT (SPD) device data missing or
inconclusive. Properly programmed SPD device data is
required for reliable operation.
MEM_OPTIMAL_ERROR The installed amount of memory in Channel A is not
equal to the amount of memory in Channel B. Maximum
memory performance is achieved with equal amounts of
memory installed in each channel.

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Port 80h POST Codes

During the POST, the BIOS generates diagnostic progress codes (POST codes) to I/O
port 80h. If the POST fails, execution stops and the last POST code generated is left
at port 80h and displayed on the Desktop Board’s seven-segment LED display shown
in Figure 31. This code is useful for determining the point where an error occurred
during the POST.

Figure 31. POST Code LED Display

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Table 21 lists the Port 80h POST codes in hexadecimal notation.

Table 21. Port 80h POST Codes

POST Code Description
ACPI S States
00 Entering S0 state, standard
01-05 Entering S1-S5 state
10, 20, 30, Resuming from S1-S5 state
40, 50
Security Phase (SEC)
08 Starting BIOS execution after CPU BIST
09 SPI prefetching and caching
0A, 0B Load BSP/APS microcode
0C Platform program base addresses
0D Wake up all APS
0E Initialize NEM
0F Pass entry point of the PEI core
PEI Phase Before MRC
11 Set bootmode, GPIO init
12 Early chipset register programming
13 Basic PCH init, discrete device init
14 LAN init
15 Exit early platform init driver
16 SMBUS driver init
17, 18 Entry/Exit to SMBUS execute read/write
19, 1A Entry/Exit to CK505 programming
1B, 1C Entry/Exit to PEI overclock programming
MEC Memory Detection
21 MRC entry point
23 Reading SPD from memory DIMMs
24 Detecting presence of memory DIMMs
27 Configuring memory
28 Testing memory
29 Exit MRC driver
PEI After MRC
2A, 2B Start/finish programming MTRR settings
PEIMs/Recovery
31, 33, 34 Recovery has initiate, load, valid
continued

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Table 21. Port 80h POST Codes (continued)

CPU Initialization (PEI, DXE, SMM)
41-43 Begin to end CPU PEI init
44-46 Begin to end CPU SMM init/relocate bases
47-4C CPU DXE phase begin to end
4D-4F CPU DXE SMM phase begin to end
I/O Buses
50-52 PCI enumeration, allocation, hot plug
58, 59 Resetting USB bus
5A, 5B Resetting SATA bus and all devices
5F Unrecoverable error, start with PIC
Boot Device Selection (BDS)
60-6F BDS driver entry
E4 Entered DXE phase
E7 Waiting for user input
E8 Checking password
E9 Entering BIOS setup
EB Calling legacy option ROMs
Keyboard/Mouse (PS/2 or USB)
90-95 Keyboard initialization
98-9B Mouse initialization
Fixed Media
B0-BF Detecting and initializing fixed media
Runtime Phase/EFI Operating System Boot
F8 EFI boot service ExitBootServices
F9 EFI runtime service SetVirtualAddressMap

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B Regulatory Compliance
This appendix contains the following regulatory compliance information for Intel
Desktop Board DZ68BC:
• Safety standards
• European Union Declaration of Conformity statement
• Product Ecology statements
• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations
• Product certifications

Safety Standards
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC complies with the safety standards stated in Table 22
when correctly installed in a compatible host system.

Table 22. Safety Standards

Regulation Title
CSA/UL 60950-1 Information Technology Equipment – Safety - Part 1: General
Requirements (USA and Canada)
EN 60950-1 Information Technology Equipment – Safety - Part 1: General
Requirements (European Union)
IEC 60950-1 Information Technology Equipment – Safety - Part 1: General
Requirements (International)

Battery Caution
There is insufficient space on this Desktop Board to provide instructions for replacing
and disposing of the Lithium ion coin cell battery. For system safety certification, the
statement below or an equivalent statement is required to be permanently and legibly
marked on the chassis near the battery.
A suitable caution label is included with Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC.

CAUTION
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries should be
recycled where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in accordance with local
environmental regulations.

For information about replacing the battery, go to page 60.

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European Union Declaration of Conformity

Statement
We, Intel Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Intel®
Desktop Board DZ68BC is in conformity with all applicable essential requirements
necessary for CE marking, following the provisions of the European Council Directives
2004/108/EC (EMC Directive), 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage Directive), and 2002/95/EC
(ROHS Directive).
The product is properly CE marked demonstrating this conformity and is for
distribution within all member states of the EU with no restrictions.

This product follows the provisions of the European Directives 2004/108/EC,

2006/95/EC and 2002/95/EC.
Čeština Tento výrobek odpovídá požadavkům evropských směrnic 2004/108/EC,
2006/95/EC a 2002/95/EC.
Dansk Dette produkt er i overensstemmelse med det europæiske direktiv
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.
Dutch Dit product is in navolging van de bepalingen van Europees Directief
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.
Eesti Antud toode vastab Euroopa direktiivides 2004/108/EC, ja 2006/95/EC ja
2002/95/EC kehtestatud nõuetele.
Suomi Tämä tuote noudattaa EU-direktiivin 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC
määräyksiä.
Français Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la Directive Européenne
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.
Deutsch Dieses Produkt entspricht den Bestimmungen der Europäischen Richtlinie
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.
Ελληνικά Το παρόν προϊόν ακολουθεί τις διατάξεις των Ευρωπαϊκών Οδηγιών
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC και 2002/95/EC.
Magyar E termék megfelel a 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC és 2002/95/EC Európai
Irányelv előírásainak.
Icelandic Þessi vara stenst reglugerð Evrópska Efnahags Bandalagsins númer
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, & 2002/95/EC.
Italiano Questo prodotto è conforme alla Direttiva Europea 2004/108/EC,
2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.
Latviešu Šis produkts atbilst Eiropas Direktīvu 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC un
2002/95/EC noteikumiem.
Lietuvių Šis produktas atitinka Europos direktyvų 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, ir
2002/95/EC nuostatas.
Malti Dan il-prodott hu konformi mal-provvedimenti tad-Direttivi Ewropej
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC u 2002/95/EC.
Norsk Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i det europeiske direktivet
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.

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Polski Niniejszy produkt jest zgodny z postanowieniami Dyrektyw Unii Europejskiej

2004/108/EC, 206/95/EC i 2002/95/EC.
Portuguese Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva Européia 2004/108/EC,
2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.
Español Este producto cumple con las normas del Directivo Europeo 2004/108/EC,
2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.
Slovensky Tento produkt je v súlade s ustanoveniami európskych direktív
2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC a 2002/95/EC.
Slovenščina Izdelek je skladen z določbami evropskih direktiv 2004/108/EC,
2006/95/EC in 2002/95/EC.
Svenska Denna produkt har tillverkats i enlighet med EG-direktiv 2004/108/EC,
2006/95/EC & 2002/95/EC.
Türkçe Bu ürün, Avrupa Birliği’nin 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC ve 2002/95/EC
yönergelerine uyar.

Product Ecology Statements

The following information is provided to address worldwide product ecology concerns
and regulations.

Recycling Considerations
As part of its commitment to environmental responsibility, Intel has implemented the
Intel® Product Recycling Program to allow retail consumers of Intel’s branded products
to return used products to selected locations for proper recycling.
Please consult http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology
for the details of this program, including the scope of covered products, available
locations, shipping instructions, terms and conditions, etc.

中文

作为其对环境责任之承诺的部分，英特尔已实施 Intel Product Recycling Program （英特尔产品

回收计划），以允许英特尔品牌产品的零售消费者将使用过的产品退还至指定地点作恰当的重复使用
处理。
请参考http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology
了解此计划的详情，包括涉及产品之范围、回收地点、运送指导、条款和条件等。

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Deutsch
Als Teil von Intels Engagement für den Umweltschutz hat das Unternehmen das Intel
Produkt-Recyclingprogramm implementiert, das Einzelhandelskunden von Intel
Markenprodukten ermöglicht, gebrauchte Produkte an ausgewählte Standorte für
ordnungsgemäßes Recycling zurückzugeben.
Details zu diesem Programm, einschließlich der darin eingeschlossenen Produkte,
verfügbaren Standorte, Versandanweisungen, Bedingungen usw., finden Sie auf der
http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology
Español
Como parte de su compromiso de responsabilidad medioambiental, Intel ha
implantado el programa de reciclaje de productos Intel, que permite que los
consumidores al detalle de los productos Intel devuelvan los productos usados en los
lugares seleccionados para su correspondiente reciclado.
Consulte la http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology
para ver los detalles del programa, que incluye los productos que abarca, los lugares
disponibles, instrucciones de envío, términos y condiciones, etc.

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 recycler
les produits usés en les retournant à des adresses spécifiées.
Visitez la page Web http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology pour en savoir
plus sur ce programme, à savoir les produits concernés, les adresses disponibles, les
instructions d'expédition, les conditions générales, etc.

日本語
インテルでは、環境保護活動の一環として、使い終えたインテル ブランド製品を指定の場所へ返送していただき、リ
サイクルを適切に行えるよう、インテル製品リサイクル プログラムを発足させました。

対象製品、返送先、返送方法、ご利用規約など、このプログラムの詳細情報は、
http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology （英語）をご覧ください。

Malay
Sebagai sebahagian daripada komitmennya terhadap tanggungjawab persekitaran,
Intel telah melaksanakan Program Kitar Semula Produk untuk membenarkan
pengguna-pengguna runcit produk jenama Intel memulangkan produk terguna ke
lokasi-lokasi terpilih untuk dikitarkan semula dengan betul.

Sila rujuk http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology untuk mendapatkan butir-

butir program ini, termasuklah skop produk yang dirangkumi, lokasi-lokasi tersedia,
arahan penghantaran, terma & syarat, dsb.

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Portuguese
Como parte deste compromisso com o respeito ao ambiente, a Intel implementou o
Programa de Reciclagem de Produtos para que os consumidores finais possam enviar
produtos Intel usados para locais selecionados, onde esses produtos são reciclados de
maneira adequada.
Consulte o site http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology (em Inglês) para
obter os detalhes sobre este programa, inclusive o escopo dos produtos cobertos, os
locais disponíveis, as instruções de envio, os termos e condições, etc.
Russian
В качестве части своих обязательств к окружающей среде, в Intel создана
программа утилизации продукции Intel (Product Recycling Program) для
предоставления конечным пользователям марок продукции Intel возможности
возврата используемой продукции в специализированные пункты для должной
утилизации.

Пожалуйста, обратитесь на веб-сайт

http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology за информацией об этой
программе, принимаемых продуктах, местах приема, инструкциях об отправке,
положениях и условиях и т.д.

Türkçe
Intel, çevre sorumluluğuna bağımlılığının bir parçası olarak, perakende tüketicilerin
Intel markalı kullanılmış ürünlerini belirlenmiş merkezlere iade edip uygun şekilde geri
dönüştürmesini amaçlayan Intel Ürünleri Geri Dönüşüm Programı’nı uygulamaya
koymuştur.
Bu programın ürün kapsamı, ürün iade merkezleri, nakliye talimatları, kayıtlar ve
şartlar v.s dahil bütün ayrıntılarını ögrenmek için lütfen
http://intel.com/intel/other/ehs/product_ecology web sayfasına gidin.

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China RoHS
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC is a China RoHS-compliant product.
The China Ministry of Information Industry (MII) stipulates that a material Self
Declaration Table (SDT) must be included in a product’s user documentation. The SDT
for Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC is shown in Figure 32.

Figure 32. Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC China RoHS Material

Self Declaration Table

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EMC Regulations
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC complies with the EMC regulations stated in Table 23
when correctly installed in a compatible host system.

Table 23. EMC Regulations

Regulation Title
FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 15, Subpart B,
Subpart B Radio Frequency Devices. (USA)
ICES-003 Interference-Causing Equipment Standard, Digital Apparatus.
(Canada)
EN55022 Limits and methods of measurement of Radio Interference
Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment. (European
Union)
EN55024 Information Technology Equipment – Immunity Characteristics
Limits and methods of measurement. (European Union)
EN55022 Australian Communications Authority, Standard for
Electromagnetic Compatibility. (Australia and New Zealand)
CISPR 22 Limits and methods of measurement of Radio Disturbance
Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.
(International)
CISPR 24 Information Technology Equipment – Immunity Characteristics –
Limits and Methods of Measurement. (International)
VCCI V-3, V-4 Voluntary Control for Interference by Information Technology
Equipment. (Japan)
KN-22, KN-24 Korean Communications Commission – Framework Act on
Telecommunications and Radio Waves Act. (South Korea)
CNS 13438 Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection. (Taiwan)

FCC Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

For questions related to the EMC performance of this product, contact:

Intel Corporation, 5200 N.E. Elam Young Parkway, Hillsboro, OR 97124
1-800-628-8686
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
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radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit other than the one to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Intel
Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Tested to comply with FCC standards for home or office use.

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance

Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.

Le présent appareil numerique német pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les

limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le
Réglement sur le broullage radioélectrique édicté par le ministére des Communications
du Canada.

Japan VCCI Statement

Japan Statement translation: This is a Class B product based on the standard of the
Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment
(VCCI). If this is used 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.

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Korea Class B Statement

Korea Class B Statement translation: This equipment is for home use, and has
acquired electromagnetic conformity registration, so it can be used not only in
residential areas, but also other areas.

Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Compliance
Before computer integration, make sure that the power supply and other modules or
peripherals, as applicable, have passed Class B EMC testing and are marked
accordingly.
Pay close attention to the following when reading the installation instructions for the
host chassis, power supply, and other modules:
• Product certifications or lack of certifications
• External I/O cable shielding and filtering
• Mounting, grounding, and bonding requirements
• Keying connectors when mating the wrong connectors could be hazardous
If the power supply and other modules or peripherals, as applicable, are not Class B
EMC compliant before integration, then EMC testing may be required on a
representative sample of the newly completed computer.

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Product Certifications

Board-Level Certifications
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC has the regulatory compliance marks shown in Table 24.

Table 24. Regulatory Compliance Marks

Description Mark
UL joint US/Canada Recognized Component mark. Includes adjacent
UL file number for Intel Desktop Boards: E210882.

FCC Declaration of Conformity logo mark for Class B equipment.

CE mark. Declaring compliance to European Union (EU) EMC

directive, Low Voltage directive, and RoHS directive.

Australian Communications Authority (ACA) and New Zealand Radio

Spectrum Management (NZ RSM) C-tick mark. Includes adjacent
Intel supplier code number, N-232.

Japan VCCI (Voluntary Control Council for Interference) mark.

Korea Certification mark. Includes an adjacent KCC (Korean

Communications Commission) certification number:
KCC-REM-CPU-DZ68BC.

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 V-0

unique UL recognized manufacturer’s logo, along with a flammability
rating (solder side).
China RoHS/Environmentally Friendly Use Period Logo: This is an
example of the symbol used on Intel Desktop Boards and associated
collateral. The color of the mark may vary depending upon the
application. The Environmental Friendly Usage Period (EFUP) for
Intel Desktop Boards has been determined to be 10 years.

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Chassis- and Component-Level Certifications

Ensure that the chassis and certain components; such as the power supply, peripheral
drives, wiring, and cables; are components certified for the country or market where
used. Agency certification marks on the product are proof of certification. Typical
product certifications include:

In Europe
The CE mark indicates compliance with all applicable European requirements. If the
chassis and other components are not properly CE marked, a supplier’s Declaration of
Conformity statement to the European EMC directive, Low Voltage directive (as
applicable), and ROHS directive, should be obtained. Additionally, other directives,
such as the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) directive may
also apply depending on product features.
In the United States
A certification mark by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) such as UL,
CSA, or ETL signifies compliance with safety requirements. Wiring and cables must
also be UL listed or recognized and suitable for the intended use. The FCC Class B
logo for home or office use signifies compliance with electromagnetic interference
(EMI) requirements.

In Canada
A nationally recognized certification mark such as CSA or cUL signifies compliance with
safety requirements. The Industry Canada statement on page 84 of this product guide
demonstrates compliance with Canadian EMC regulations.

Chassis and Component Certifications

Ensure that the chassis and certain components; such as the power supply, peripheral
drives, wiring, and cables; are components certified for the country or market where
used. Agency certification marks on the product are proof of certification. Typical
product certifications include:
In Europe
The CE marking signifies compliance with all applicable European requirements. If the
chassis and other components are not properly CE marked, a supplier’s Declaration of
Conformity statement to the European EMC directive and Low Voltage directive (as
applicable), should be obtained. Additionally, other directives, such as the Radio and
Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) directive may also apply depending
on product features.
In the United States
A certification mark by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) such as UL,
CSA, or ETL signifies compliance with safety requirements. Wiring and cables must
also be UL listed or recognized and suitable for the intended use. The FCC Class B
logo for home or office use signifies compliance with electromagnetic interference
(EMI) requirements.

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In Canada
A nationally recognized certification mark such as CSA or cUL signifies compliance with
safety requirements. The Industry Canada statement on page 84 of this product guide
demonstrates compliance with Canadian EMC regulations.

ENERGY STAR*, e-Standby, and ErP

Compliance
The US Department of Energy and the US Environmental Protection Agency have
continually revised the ENERGY STAR requirements. Intel has worked directly with
these two governmental agencies in the definition of the new requirements.
Intel Desktop Board DZ68BC meets the following program requirements in an
adequate system configuration, including appropriate selection of an efficient power
supply:
• Energy Star v5.0, category D
• EPEAT
• Korea e-Standby
• European Union Energy-related Products Directive 2009 (ErP)

For information about ENERGY STAR requirements and recommended configurations,

go to http://www.intel.com/go/energystar.

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