AAEON GENE-QM67 User Manual

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Intel

TM

Core

10/100/1000Base-TX Ethernet

8 USB2.0, 4 COM, 8-bit Digital I/O

2 SATA 6.0Gb/s (Optional RAID)

1 Mini Card, LPC

i5/Celeron® Processor

GENE-QM67

®

2nd Generation

CFast

GENE-QM67 Manual Rev.A 1

December 2011

st

Ed.

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Copyright Notice

This document is copyrighted, 2011. All rights are reserved. The
original manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements to
the products described in this manual at any time without notice.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or
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original manufacturer assumes no responsibility for its use, or for
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from its use.

The material in this document is for product information only and is
subject to change without notice. While reasonable efforts have
been made in the preparation of this document to assure its
accuracy, AAEON assumes no liabilities resulting from errors or
omissions in this document, or from the use of the information
contained herein.

AAEON reserves the right to make changes in the product design
without notice to its users.

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Acknowledgments

All other products’ name or trademarks are properties of their
respective owners.

 AMI is a trademark of American Megatrends Inc.
 CFast
 Intel

™ is a trademark of the Compact Flash Association.

®

, Core, and Celeron® are trademarks of Intel®

Corporation.

 Microsoft Windows

®

is a registered trademark of Microsoft

Corp.

 ITE is a trademark of Integrated Technology Express, Inc.
 IBM, PC/AT, PS/2, and VGA are trademarks of International

Business Machines Corporation.

 SoundBlaster is a trademark of Creative Labs, Inc.

Please be notified that all other products’ name or trademarks
not be mentioned above are properties of their respective
owners.

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Packing List

Before you begin installing your card, please make sure that
the following materials have been shipped:

 1 GENE-QM67
 1 Cooler
 1 DVD-ROM for Manual (in PDF Format) and

Drivers

If any of these items should be missing or damaged, please
contact your distributor or sales representative immediately.

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Contents

Chapter 1 General Information

1.1 Introduction................................................................ 1-2

1.2 Features....................................................................1-3

1.3 Specifications............................................................ 1-4

Chapter 2 Quick Installation Guide

2.1 Safety Precautions ..................................................2-2

2.2 Location of Connectors and Jumpers ...................... 2-3

2.3 Mechanical Drawing ................................................ 2-5

2.4 List of Jumpers ........................................................2-7

2.5 List of Connectors .....................................................2-7

2.6 Setting Jumpers ....................................................... 2-9

2.7 LVDS Port 2 Operating VDD Selection (JP2)......... 2-10

2.8 LVDS Port 1 Backlight Inverter VCC Selection (JP3)

.......................................................................................2-10

2.9 LVDS Port 2 Backlight Inverter VCC Selection (JP4)

.......................................................................................2-10

2.10 LVDS Port 2 Operating VDD Selection (JP5)....... 2-10

2.11 LVDS Port 1 Backlight Lightness Control Mode

Selection (JP6).............................................................. 2-10

2.12 LVDS Port 2 Backlight Lightness Control Mode

Selection (JP7).............................................................. 2-10

2.13 COM2 Pin8 Function Selection (JP8) ...................2-11

2.14 Front Panel Connector (JP9) ................................ 2-11

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2.15 Touch Screen 4/5/8-wire Selection (JP10) ........... 2-11

2.16 Clear CMOS Selection (JP11) .............................. 2-11

2.17 AT/ATX Power Supply Mode Selection (JP12).....2-12

2.18 LVDS Port 1 Inverter/Backlight Connector (CN1). 2-12

2.19 External +12V Input Connector (CN2).................. 2-12

2.20 USB2.0 Port 7 and 8 (CN3)................................... 2-12

2.21 USB2.0 Port 5 and 6 (CN4)................................... 2-13

2.22 USB2.0 Port 3 and 4 (CN5)................................... 2-13

2.23 External +5VSB Input (CN6).................................2-13

2.24 LVDS Port 2 Inverter/Backlight Connector (CN7). 2-13

2.25 Audio I/O Port (CN8).............................................2-14

2.26 LVDS Port 1 (CN9)................................................ 2-14

2.27 LVDS Port 2 (CN10).............................................. 2-15

2.28 COM Port 2 (CN11)............................................... 2-15

2.29 LPT/ Digital I/O Port (CN12).................................. 2-16

2.30 COM Port 3 (CN13) .............................................2-18

2.31 LPC Port (CN14)...................................................2-18

2.32 COM Port 4 (CN15)............................................... 2-19

2.33 UIM Card Module (CN16) ..................................... 2-19

2.34 PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port (CN17)......... 2-19

2.35 +5VSB Output with SMBus (CN18) ...................... 2-20

2.36 Touch Screen Connector (CN19).......................... 2-20

2.37 CPU FAN (CN20).................................................. 2-21

2.38 +5V Output for SATA HDD (CN22)....................... 2-21

2.39 Realtek LAN (RJ-45) Port (CN23).........................2-22

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2.40 Intel LAN (RJ-45) Port (CN24).............................. 2-22

2.41 USB Port 1 and 2 (CN25)...................................... 2-22

2.42 VGA/ DVI Ports (depends on hardware configuration)

(CN26)........................................................................... 2-23

2.43 COM Port 1 (D-SUB 9) (CN27)............................. 2-24

2.44 CFast™ Slot (CN28) .............................................2-24

2.45 DDR3 SODIMM Slot (CN29).................................2-25

2.46 Mini Card Slot (CN30)...........................................2-25

2.47 SATA Port 1 (SATA1)............................................2-26

2.48 SATA Port 2 (SATA2)............................................2-26

2.49 Cooler & Fan Installations.....................................2-27

Chapter 3 AMI BIOS Setup

3.1 System Test and Initialization. ..................................3-2

3.2 AMI BIOS Setup........................................................ 3-3

Chapter 4 Driver Installation

4.1 Installation……………………………………………..4-3

Appendix A Programming The Watchdog Timer

A.1 Programming .........................................................A-2

A.2 ITE8728F Watchdog Timer Initial Program...........A-6

Appendix B I/O Information

B.1 I/O Address Map....................................................B-2

B.2 Memory Address Map............................................B-4

B.3 IRQ Mapping Chart................................................B-5

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B.4 DMA Channel Assignments.……………………….B-7

Appendix C Mating Connector

C.1 List of Mating Connectors and Cables.................. C-2

Appendix D RAID & AHCI Settings

D.1 Setting RAID......................................................... D-2

D.2 Setting AHCI....................................................... D-12

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Information

Chapter

1

General

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1.1 Introduction

The GENE-QM67 supports Intel® 2nd Generation Intel® Core™
i5 Mobile/Celeron

®

processor which when paired with the Intel®
QM67 chipset offers a high performance computing platform
with low power consumption. This new product supports
204-pin DDR3 SODIMM at speeds of 1066/1333 MHz, up to 8
GB.

One CFast™ and two SATA 6.0Gb/s (Optional RAID) interfaces
provide ample storages. With dual Gigabit Ethernet, four COM
ports, and eight USB2.0, the GENE-QM67 meets the
requirements of today’s demanding applications.

Display requirements are met with an abundance of interfaces
such as CRT, DVI, and LVDS. The graphic engine adopts 2
generation Intel

®

QM67 to offer high definition display function.

nd

In addition, it supports up to two 24-bit Dual-Channel LVDS,
and one DVI output interface.

With all of its integrated features, the GENE-QM67 strikes a
balance of performance and price. This versatile product t arget s
Industrial Automation, Entertainment, Networking, KIOSK/POS,
Transportatio n, Banking, Healthcare a nd Digital Signage
applications that require high performance and high reliability.

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1.2 Features

 Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i5 Mobile/Celeron®

(32nm) Processor

 Intel

®

QM67

 204-pin DDR3 1066/1333 MHz SODIMM x 1, Up to

8 GB

 Gigabit Ethernet x 2
 CRT, 18/24-bit Dual-Chann el LVDS LCD x 2, DVI x

1

 2CH HD Audio
 SATA 6.0Gb/s x 2 (Optional RAID), CFast x 1

 USB2.0 x 8, COM x 4, 8-bit Digital I/O
 Mini Card x 1
 +12V Only Operation
 Supports iAMT with Intel

®

QM67

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1.3 Specifications
System

 From Factor
 Processor

3.5”

® 2nd

Intel
Celeron

Generation Core™i5 /

®

(32nm) processor

 System Memory

 Chipset
 Ethernet

 BIOS
 Wake On LAN
 Watchdog Timer

 H/W Status

Monitoring

 Expansion Interface
 Battery
 Power Requirement
 Board Size
 Gross Weight
 Operating

Temperature

204-pin DDR3 1066/1333 MHz
SODIMM x 1, up to 8GB

®

Intel

QM67

®

Intel

82579LM & Realtek
RTL-8111E,
10/100/1000Base-TX, RJ-45 x 2

AMI BIOS-8MB SPI Flash
Yes
Generates a time-out system

reset
Supports power supply voltages

and temperature monitoring
Mini Card x 1, LPC
Lithium Battery
+12V, AT/ATX

5.75" x 4" (146mm x 101.6mm)

0.88 lb (0.4Kg)
32°F~140°F (0°C~60°C)

 Storage Temperature
 Operating Humidity

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-40°F~176°F (-40°C~80°C)
0% ~ 90% relative humidity,

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Display: Supports CRT/LCD, DVI/LCD simultaneous / dual

iew displays

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 Chipset

®

Intel

QM67 integrated

 Memory

Shared system memory up to
512MB

 Resolution

Up to 2048x1536 for CRT
Up to 1920 x 1200 for LCD, DVI

 DVI

DVI x 1

I/O: ITE IT8728F + Fintek F81216D

 Storage
 Serial Port

SATA 6.0Gb/s x 2 , CFast™ x 1
RS-232 x 3

RS-232/422/485 (auto flow) x 1

 USB
 PS/2 Port
 Digital I/O
 Audio

USB2.0 x 8
Keyboard x 1, Mouse x 1
8-bit Programmable
Line-in, Line-out, Mic-in

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Chapter

2

Quick

Inst

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2.1 Safety Precautions

Always completely disconnect the power cord
from your board whenever you are working on
it. Do not make connections while the power is
on, because a sudden rush of power can
damage sensitive electronic components.

Always ground yourself to remove any static
charge before touching the board. Modern
electronic devices are very sensitive to static
electric charges. Use a grounding wrist strap at
all times. Place all electronic components on a
static-dissipative surface or in a static-shielded
bag when they are not in the chassis

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2.2 Location of Connectors and Jumpers

Component Side

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Solder Side

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2.3 Mechanical Drawing
Component Side

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Solder Side

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2.4 List of Jumpers

The board has a number of jumpers that allow you to configure your
system to suit your application.

The table below shows the function of each of the board's jumpers:

Label Function
JP2 LVDS Port 2 Operating VDD Selection
JP3 LVDS Port 1 Backlight Inverter VCC Selection
JP4 LVDS Port 2 Backlight Inverter VCC Selection
JP5 LVDS Port 1 Operating VDD Selection
JP6 LVDS Port 1 Backlight Lightness Control Mode Selection
JP7 LVDS Port 2 Backlight Lightness Control Mode Selection
JP8 COM2 Pin8 Function Selection
JP9 Front Panel Connector
JP10 Touch Screen 4/5/8-wire Mode Selection
JP11 Clear CMOS Selection
JP12 AT/ATX Power Supply Mode Selection

2.5 List of Connectors

The board has a number of connectors that allow you to configure your
system to suit your application.

The table below shows the function of each of the board's connectors:

Label Function
CN1 LVDS Port 1 Inverter / Backlight Connector
CN2 External +12V Input
CN3 USB2.0 Port 7 and 8
CN4 USB2.0 Port 5 and 6
CN5 USB2.0 Port 3 and 4
CN6 External +5VSB Input
CN7 LVDS Port 2 Inverter / Backlight Connector

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CN8 Audio I/O Port
CN9 LVDS Port 1
CN10 LVDS Port 2
CN11 COM Port 2
CN12 LPT / Digital IO Port
CN13 COM Port 3
CN15 COM Port 4
CN16 UIM Card Module
CN17 PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port
CN18 +5VSB Output with SMBus
CN19 Touch Screen Connector
CN20 CPU FAN
CN22 +5V Output for SATA HDD
CN23 Realtek LAN (RJ-45) Port
CN24 Intel LAN (RJ-45) Port
CN25 USB Ports 1 and 2
CN26 VGA / DVI Ports (depend on hardware configuration)
CN27 COM Port 1 (D-SUB 9)
CN28 CFast™ Slot
CN29 DDR3 SODIMM Slot
CN30 Mini Card Slot
SATA1 SATA Port 1 Connector
SATA2 SATA Port 2 Connector

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2.6 Setting Jumpers

You configure your card to match the needs of your application by
setting jumpers. A jumper is the simplest kind of electric switch. It
consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a
plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a
jumper you connect the pins with the clip.

To “open” a jumper you remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have
three pins, labeled 1, 2 and 3. In this case you would connect either
pins 1 and 2 or 2 and 3.

3

2

1

Open Closed Closed 2-3

A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers.
If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your

application, contact your local distributor or sales representative before
you make any change.

Generally, you simply need a standard cable to make most
connections.

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2.7 LVDS Port 2 Operating VDD Selection (JP2)

JP2 Function

1-2 +5V
2-3 +3.3V (Default)

2.8 LVDS Port 1 Backlight Inverter VCC Selection (JP3)

JP3 Function

1-2 +12V
2-3 +5V (Default)

2.9 LVDS Port 2 Backlight Inverter VCC Selection (JP4)

JP4 Function

1-2 +12V
2-3 +5V (Default)

2.10 LVDS Port 2 Operating VDD Selection (JP5)

JP5 Function

1-2 +5V
2-3 +3.3V (Default)

2.11 LVDS Port 1 Backlight Lightness Control Mode Selection
(JP6)

JP6 Function

1-2 VR Mode (Default)
2-3 PWM Mode

2.12 LVDS Port 2 Backlight Lightness Control Mode Selection
(JP7)

JP7 Function

1-2 VR Mode (Default)
2-3 PWM Mode

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(

)

(+)

2.13 COM2 Pin8 Function Selection (JP8)

JP8 Function

1-2 +12V
3-4 Ring (Default)
5-6 +5V

2.14 Front Panel Connector (JP9)

1
3
5
7
9

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1

PWRBTN

3

HDLED(-)

5

SPEAKER(-)

7

PWRLED(-)

9

RESET(-)

2
4

6
8

10

-

2
4
6
8
10

PWRBTN
HDLED(+)

SPEAKER(+)
PWRLED(+)
RESET(+)

2.15 Touch Screen 4/5/8-wire Selection (JP10)

JP10 Function

1-2 4/8-wire Mode (Default)
2-3 5-wire Mode

2.16 Clear CMOS Selection (JP11)

JP11 Function

1-2 Normal (Default)
2-3 Clear CMOS

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2.17 AT/ATX Power Supply Mode Selection (JP12)

JP12 Function

1-2 AT Mode (Default)
2-3 ATX Mode

2.18 LVDS Port 1 Inverter/Backlight Connector (CN1)

Pin Signal

1 VDD
2 BKL_CTL
3 GND
4 GND
5 BKL_EN

Note:

LVDS1 VDD can be set to +5V or +12V by JP3. LVDS1 BKL_CTL can be set
by JP6.

2.19 External +12V Input Connector (CN2)

Pin Signal

1 +12V
2 GND

2.20 USB2.0 Port 7 and 8 (CN3)

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 +5V 2 GND
3 D- 4 GND
5 D+ 6 D+
7 GND 8 D­9 GND 10 +5V

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2.21 USB2.0 Port 5 and 6 (CN4)

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 +5V 2 GND
3 D- 4 GND
5 D+ 6 D+
7 GND 8 D­9 GND 10 +5V

2.22 USB2.0 Port 3 and 4 (CN5)

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 +5V 2 GND
3 D- 4 GND
5 D+ 6 D+
7 GND 8 D­9 GND 10 +5V

2.23 External +5VSB Input (CN6)

Pin Signal

1 PSON#
2 GND
3 +5VSBY

2.24 LVDS Port 2 Inverter/Backlight Connector (CN7)

Pin Signal

1 VDD
2 BKL_CTL
3 GND
4 GND
5 BKL_EN

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UNote:

LVDS2 VDD can be set to +5V or +12V by JP4. LVDS2 BKL_CTL can be set
by JP7.

2.25 Audio I/O Port (CN8)

Pin Signal

1 Microphone Left Channel
2 Microphone Left Channel
3 GND
4 Line-In Left Channel
5 Line-In Right Channel
6 GND
7 Line-Out Left Channel
8 GND
9 Line-Out Right Channel
10 +5V

2.26 LVDS Port 1 (CN9)

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 BKL_EN 2 BKL_CTL
3 VCC 4 GND
5 CLK_A- 6 CLK_A+
7 VCC 8 GND
9 DATA_A0- 10 DATA_A0+
11 DATA_A1- 12 DATA_A1+
13 DATA_A2- 14 DATA_A2+
15 DATA_A3- 16 DATA_A3+
17 DDC_DAT 18 DDC_CLK
19 DATA_B0- 20 DATA_B0+
21 DATA_B1- 22 DATA_B1+

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