Intel® Desktop Board DQ45EK Product Guide, is the Intel DQ45EK product user guide
This Product Guide is intended for technically qualified personnel who need to install, configure, and maintain the Intel DQ45EK desktop board. It covers board layout, component installation, BIOS update procedures, RAID and Rapid Recover Technology setup, and regulatory compliance details.
The guide is organized into chapters on board features, component installation, BIOS updating, RAID configuration, Rapid Recover Technology, error messages, and regulatory compliance, with tables, figures, and safety notes to assist in proper system integration.
| Form Factor | Mini-ITX (170.18 mm × 170.18 mm) |
|---|---|
| Processor Support | Intel processors in LGA775 package |
| Memory | 2 DDR2 DIMM sockets, up to 4 GB, 800/667 MHz |
| Chipset | Intel® Q45 Express |
| Graphics | Intel® GMA 4500 integrated graphics |
| USB Ports | Up to 10 USB 2.0 ports |
| LAN | Intel® 82567LM Gigabit Ethernet controller |
| Power Management | ACPI support, ENERGY STAR capable |
| Energy Rating | ENERGY STAR* capable |
It supports Intel processors that use the LGA775 socket package.
The board provides up to ten USB 2.0 ports.
Yes, it supports RAID through Intel® Matrix Storage Technology and Intel® Rapid Recover Technology.
The board uses a Mini‑ITX form factor.