This manual introduces the Intel 845 Chipset Family Motherboard, supporting Pentium 4 processors, and provides detailed information on its features and innovative onboard functions.
This manual is intended for end users and system manufacturers who need to install, configure, and maintain the Intel 845 Chipset Family motherboard. It covers handling precautions, package contents, hardware installation, BIOS configuration, and BIOS upgrade procedures.
The document includes detailed tables of contents, step‑by‑step BIOS upgrade instructions, specifications of supported CPUs, memory types, I/O ports, and safety warnings for static electricity and battery replacement.
| Supported CPU | Intel Pentium 4 Socket 478 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel 845 (MCH) or 845D (MCH) |
| Memory Slots | 2 x 184‑pin DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 2 GB |
| PCI Slots | 5 x Master/Slave PCI 2.2 compliant slots |
| USB Ports | 4 USB ports |
| LAN Port | Optional 10/100 Mbps |
| Form Factor | ATX, 24.5 cm × 30.5 cm, 4‑layer PCB |
It supports Intel Pentium 4 processors in the Socket 478 package.