This document is the user's manual for Intel G41 Express Chipset and Intel ICH7 Chipset based M/B for LGA 775 Quad Core Ready Intel Core Processor Family. It provides specifications and information about the product, and emphasizes environmental safety instructions.
This manual provides detailed information for Intel G41 Express Chipset and Intel ICH7 Chipset based motherboards designed for LGA 775 processors. It includes safety instructions, hardware installation steps, connector and jumper settings, and useful help such as BIOS updates and troubleshooting.
The document covers two model variants, MI5‑G41SGMD2‑LF (DDR2) and MI5‑G41SGMD3‑LF (DDR3), and lists all technical specifications, layout diagrams, and procedures for clearing CMOS and updating the BIOS.
| Chipset | Intel G41 MCH and Intel 82801GB ICH7 |
|---|---|
| CPU socket | LGA775 |
| Supported CPUs | 65nm/90nm Intel Pentium Dual‑Core, Intel Core 2 Duo, Intel Core 2 Quad (future 45nm supported) |
| Memory sockets | 2 × 240‑pin DDR2 (MI5‑G41SGMD2‑LF) or DDR3 (MI5‑G41SGMD3‑LF) |
| Memory type & capacity | DDR2 667/800 MHz or DDR3 800/1066 MHz, up to 8 GB |
| SATA ports | 4 × Serial ATA2 (3 Gb/s) |
| LAN | Integrated PCI‑E 10/100 Mbps Ethernet |
| Audio codec | Realtek ALC662 6‑channel HD Audio |
| USB ports | 4 × USB 2.0 connectors (plus 2 headers) |
| BIOS | AMI 8 MB DIP Flash ROM |
The suitable ambient temperature is 0 °C to 40 °C; operating outside this range may cause condensation, corrosion, or component failure.