Intel Desktop Board DQ57TM Product Guide

 

 

Installing and Removing a Processor

37

 

Installing a Processor

37

 

Installing a Processor Fan Heat Sink

42

 

Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable

42

 

Removing the Processor

42

 

Installing and Removing System Memory

43

 

Guidelines for Dual Channel Memory Configuration

43

 

Two or Four DIMMs

43

 

Three DIMMs

44

 

Installing DIMMs

45

 

Removing DIMMs

47

 

Installing and Removing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards

47

 

Installing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card

47

 

Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card

49

 

Connecting Serial ATA (SATA) Cables

50

 

Connecting to the Internal Headers

51

 

Front Panel Audio Header

52

 

Internal Mono Speaker Header

52

 

S/PDIF Header

53

 

Chassis Intrusion Header

53

 

Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header

53

 

Front Panel Header

54

 

Front Panel USB 2.0 Headers

54

 

Intel RPAT Header

55

 

Serial Header

55

 

Connecting to the Audio System

56

 

Connecting Chassis Fan and Power Supply Cables

57

 

Connecting Chassis Fan Cables

57

 

Connecting Power Supply Cables

58

 

Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper

59

 

Clearing Passwords in the BIOS Setup Program

60

 

Clearing CMOS Memory

61

 

Replacing the Battery

62

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Updating the BIOS

 

 

Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility

69

 

Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Iflash Memory

 

 

Update Utility

70

 

Obtaining the BIOS Update File

70

 

Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File

71

 

Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility

72

 

Recovering the BIOS

72

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Error Messages and Indicators

 

 

BIOS Error Codes

73

 

BIOS Error Messages

74

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Intel DQ57TM manual Error Messages and Indicators

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.