Platform Management and Protection

Desktop Board Features

Platform Management and Protection

Intel Desktop Board DQ57TM integrates several functions designed to manage the system and lower the total cost of ownership (TCO) of the system. These system management functions are designed to report errors, diagnose the system, and recover from system lockups without the aid of an external microcontroller. The board also includes several fan speed control and power management features.

Intel® vPro™ Technology

Intel vProTM Technology is a set of processor and platform capabilities designed to enable greater proactive security, enhanced maintenance, and improved remote management both inside and outside the corporate firewall. These include:

•Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)

•Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT)

•Intel® Trusted Execution Technology (Intel® TXT)

•Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (Intel® VT-d)

•Intel® Remote PC Assist (Intel® RPAT)/Fast Call for Help

•Intel® Anti-Theft Technology 2.0 (Intel® AT 2.0)

•Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)

Intel AMT offers IT organizations tamper-resistant and persistent management capabilities. Specifically, Intel AMT is a hardware-based solution that uses out of band communication to manage access to client systems in addition to offering encrypted and persistent asset management and remote diagnostics and/or recovery capabilities for networked platforms. With Intel AMT, IT organizations can easily get accurate platform information, and can perform remote updating, diagnostics, debugging and repair of a system, regardless of the state of the operating system or the power state of the system.

The Intel AMT subsystem consists of:

•Intel Management Engine (Intel ME) microcontroller embedded in the Intel Q57

PCH

•Intel 82578DM Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mbits/s) Ethernet LAN controller

•BIOS/SPI Flash (64 Mbits)

•On-board Intel ME “M” state status LED

NOTE

Software with Intel AMT capability is required to take advantage of Intel AMT platform management capabilities.

DQ57TM specifications

The Intel DQ57TM is a versatile and powerful micro ATX motherboard designed primarily for business and industrial use. This motherboard is part of Intel's Q57 chipset family and supports the latest Intel Core processors, offering robust performance and advanced features that cater to the needs of both professional and everyday users.

One of the standout features of the DQ57TM is its support for Intel vPro technology. This feature allows IT departments to manage systems more efficiently, providing remote management and security capabilities that are essential for enterprise environments. With vPro, administrators can perform tasks like remote rebooting or updating BIOS even if the operating system is not responsive, safeguarding business continuity.

The DQ57TM also boasts support for Intel's Turbo Boost technology, which dynamically adjusts the processor’s frequency based on workload demands. This ensures enhanced performance during intensive tasks while optimizing power consumption during lighter workloads, allowing users to enjoy greater efficiency. Coupled with support for up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory in four slots, the motherboard can handle demanding applications and multitasking with ease.

In terms of connectivity, the DQ57TM features multiple USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports, providing high-speed data transfer capabilities. It also includes a legacy PS/2 connector for compatibility with older peripherals. The integrated Intel HD Graphics offer solid performance for everyday tasks and light gaming, along with HDMI and DisplayPort outputs that ensure high-definition video output.

Storage options are generous, as the motherboard supports both SATA II and SATA III interfaces, facilitating fast data access and transfer rates for SSDs and HDDs alike. The RAID support (0, 1, 5, and 10) further enhances data redundancy and performance, making it an excellent choice for data-critical applications.

The DQ57TM also emphasizes security features, including Intel Trusted Execution Technology and various BIOS security options, which assist in protecting sensitive information against malware and unauthorized access.

Overall, the Intel DQ57TM motherboard merges performance, manageability, and security, making it an ideal choice for small businesses and enterprise users looking for a reliable and efficient computing solution. Its combination of modern technologies and solid build quality ensures that it can meet diverse computing demands in today’s fast-paced environment.