Intel DQ57TM manual Fan Speed Control and Hardware Monitoring, Trusted Platform Module TPM

Desktop Board Features

NOTE

Intel RPAT requires an Intel vPro technology-enabled computer that has an Intel RPAT-enabled BIOS, a connection with a power source, and the Internet. This service operates via a wired LAN connection only and requires a direct Internet connection (no proxy server) with the ability to connect to external Internet locations (locations outside the local network). A remote service provider supporting Intel RPAT must be used to perform remote management. The Intel Remote PC Assist Wizard application and third party remote management software tools supporting Intel RPAT must be deployed on the target computer running one of the supported operating systems in order to perform remote management operations. Use of the technology may require configuration by the purchaser. Intel RPAT is not available in all locations or on all computer systems.

For more information about Intel RPAT, go to

http://www.intel.com/technology/product/remotepcassist.htm.

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

The Nuvoton* WPCT210 TPM 1.2, revision 103 component on Intel Desktop Board DQ57TM is designed to enhance platform security above-and-beyond the capabilities of today’s software by providing a protected space for key operations and other security critical tasks. Using both hardware and software, the TPM protects encryption and signature keys at their most vulnerable stages—operations when the keys are being used unencrypted in plain-text form. The TPM is specifically designed to shield unencrypted keys and platform authentication information from software-based attacks.

For information about enabling and activating the TPM, refer to the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Quick Reference Guide included with the board.

Fan Speed Control and Hardware Monitoring

The features of the hardware monitoring and fan speed control include:

•Intel Quiet System Technology, delivering acoustically-optimized thermal management

•Thermal sensors in the processor and the Intel PCH, as well as near the CPU voltage regulators and system memory

•Monitoring of system voltages to detect levels above or below acceptable values

•Thermally monitored closed-loop fan control for all three fans that can adjust fan speed as needed

•Supports for 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.

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