Desktop Board Features
13
Processor
CAUTION
Failure to use the appropriate power supply (see Table 3) and/or not connecting the 12 V (2 x 2
pin) power connector to the desktop board may result in damage to the board, or the system may
not function properly.
Table 3. Power Supply Requirements
Platform Compatibility Guide Power Supply Requirements
05A 12V2 rating of 13 A continuous and 16.5 A peak current for 10 ms
04A ATX12V (version 2.0 or greater) compliant power supply
Desktop Board D945PLNM supports an Intel processor in the LGA775 package. Processors are
not included with the desktop board and must be purchased separately. The processor connects to
the desktop board through the LGA775 socket.
The supported processors list for Desktop Board D945PLNM is located on the web at:
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/
Related Links:
Go to the following links or pages for more information about:
• Instructions on installing or upgrading the processor, page 27 in Chapter 2
• The location of the two power connectors, page 43 in Chapter 2