Intel Desktop Boards D845HV and D845WN Product Guide

Table 1. Feature Summary (continued)

Expansion Capabilities

D845HV board:

Three PCI bus add-in card connectors

One AGP connector

One optional CNR connector (slot shared with PCI bus connector 3)

D845WN board:

Six PCI bus add-in card connectors

One AGP connector

One optional CNR connector (slot shared with PCI bus connector 6)

BIOS

Power Management

Intel/AMI BIOS.

4 Mbit symmetrical flash memory

Support for SMBIOS

Support for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)

Support for Instantly Available PC (IAPC)

Support for Plug & Play

Management Features

Instantly Available PC

Other Features

Hardware monitor with:

Two fan sensing inputs used to monitor fan activity

Remote diode temperature sensing

Voltage sensing to detect out of range values

Support for PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2

Suspend to RAM (STR) support

Wake on USB, PCI, CNR, RS-232, PS/2, LAN, and front panel

SCSI hard drive activity LED connector for the front panel

Speaker

NOTE

For information about Intel® desktop boards, including technical product specifications, BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to the Intel World Wide Web site at:

http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/

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D845HV, D845WN specifications

The Intel D845WN and D845HV motherboards have garnered attention for their robust features and reliability, making them suitable choices for a range of computing needs. Both motherboards belong to Intel’s 845 chipset family, which was designed to support the Pentium 4 processors, providing a foundation for both performance and value.

The Intel D845WN motherboard is recognized for its standard ATX form factor, which allows for versatility in case selection and expands the options for build configurations. It supports the Pentium 4 processors with a socket 478 interface, accommodating speeds of 1.3 GHz to 3.0 GHz. This motherboard is equipped with a front-side bus (FSB) speed of 400/533 MHz, ensuring fast data transfer rates between the processor and other components.

On the memory side, the D845WN supports up to 2 GB of DDR SDRAM, making it compatible with a range of memory options for efficient multitasking and improved performance. It features two memory slots for Dual Channel DDR support, enhancing memory bandwidth. The onboard graphics capabilities are powered by Intel's integrated graphics, making the D845WN capable of basic graphical tasks without requiring a dedicated graphics card, ideal for general computing or light gaming.

In contrast, the D845HV model shares many similarities with the D845WN but emphasizes additional features that cater to more advanced users. It includes support for Intel's RAID technology, allowing users to set up mirrored or striped disk configurations for improved data redundancy and performance. Furthermore, the D845HV motherboard comes with more extensive expansion slots, including additional PCI and an AGP slot for dedicated graphics cards, enhancing its overall upgradeability.

Both motherboards include integrated audio capabilities courtesy of Intel’s AC'97 Audio technology, ensuring satisfactory sound output for everyday multimedia use. Networking is facilitated through integrated Ethernet support, enabling reliable internet connectivity without needing additional network cards.

In terms of expansion and connectivity, both models feature USB ports, allowing users to connect multiple peripherals effortlessly. The combination of legacy and contemporary interfaces on the D845WN and D845HV ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices and peripherals.

In summary, the Intel D845WN and D845HV motherboards epitomize value-driven performance, offering essential features that cater to a variety of users, from casual computer users to more demanding applications. With their solid build quality and Intel's backing, these motherboards continue to be appreciated even in today's evolving computing landscape.