Manual Rev.: 2.00
Revision Date: February 3, 2012
Part No: 50-15081-1000
Advance Technologies; Automate the World.
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Revision History
RevisionRelease DateDescription of Change(s)
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cPCI-6615
Preface
Copyright 2012 ADLINK Technology Inc.
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Using this Manual
Audience and Scope
The cPCI-6615 User’s Manual is intended for hardware
technicians and systems operators with knowledge of installing,
configuring and operating CompactPCI systems.
Manual Organization
This manual is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, Introduction: Introduces the cPCI-6615, its features,
The cPCI-6615 Series is a 6U CompactPCI single board computer
in single-slot (4HP) or dual-slot (8HP) width form factor featuring
the Intel® Atom™ D525 processor with ICH8M I/O Controller Hub.
The cPCI-6615 provides single channel DDR3-800 socket-type
memory up to 4GB, integrated graphics on the CPU, IDE CompactFlash slot, and 2.5” SATA drive space shared with one site.
Front panel I/O includes 3x USB, 3x GbE, 1x COM
(RS-232/422/485 selectable) for the 4HP cPCI-6615 model, and
additional 1x USB, 1x COM (RS-232 only), 1x P/S2 and 1x VGA
for the 8HP cPCI-6615D model. Onboard I/O includes 1x 7-pin
SATA connector, 1x CompactFlash slot and 1x PMC site (not
available concurrently with 2.5" drive).
The cPCI-6615 provides the following I/O to the optional Rear
Transition Module (RTM): 1x VGA (switched from front panel), 2x
GbE (switched from front panel), 6x USB, 1x SATA, 2x COM, 1x
PS/2 KB/MS, High Definition Audio and SMBus signals routed
through the J3 connector; LVDS from the Intel® Atom™ processor
and 5x GPIO pins from ICH8M routed through the J5 connector
(available I/O dependent on RTM model).
cPCI-6615
The cPCI-6615 Series is ideally suited for factory automation,
machine making, transportation and other industrial applications.
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1.2Features
X 6U CompactPCI blade in 4HP or8HP width form factor
X Supports Dual-Core (four-thread) Intel® Atom processor, up to
1.8GHz, 1MB L2 cache, TDP 13W
X Graphics and memory controllers integrated in processor
X ICH8M I/O Hub
X Single channel DDR3-800 up to 4GB in two SODIMM sockets
X 32bit/33MHz CompactPCI Interface based on PCI specifica-
tions
X Optional PMC slot supporting PCI-X 64-bit/133MHz from
PCI-Express x4 via PCIe-to-PCI-X bridge (PI7C9X130)
X VGA port on front switchable to rear I/O by jumper setting
X Three PCI-Express® Gigabit Ethernet egress ports, GbE1/2
routable to J3 by BIOS setting
X One IDE CompactFlash socket
X One SA TA connector for 2 .5" SATA drive onboard on 4HP/8HP
blade, shares space with PMC site
X One 7-pin SATA connector onboard and one SAT A port routed
to J3
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1.3Block Diagram
C
cPCI-6615
PMC
F
R
O
USB 1/2/3
N
T
COM1/2, KB/MS
P
A
N
E
L
GbE 3
GbE 2
GbE 1
RGB
64-bit/
133MHz
P
82583V PCIe x1
82583V
I-X
Intel
Intel
Intel
82583
Pericom
PI7C9X130
2.5" HDD
IT8783E
PCIe x1
PCIe x1
PCIe x4
SATA0
COM3/4, KB/MS
LPC
PCIe
Switch
Intel® Atom
Processor
D525
DMI
Intel®
ICH8M
DDR3-800
SATA1, 6x USB
PCIe x1, SMBus, HDA
IDE
SPI
2x Sockets
Up to 4GB
LVDS
5x GPIO
RGB
COM3, COM4, KB/MS
GbE 1/2
CF
BIOS
SATA2
PCI 32b/33M
J5
J3
J2
J1
Figure 1-1: cPCI-6615 Series Functional Block Diagram
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1.4Product List
Products in the cPCI-6615 Series include:
Processor Blade
X cPCI-6615/D525: 4HP width (single-slot) 6U CompactPCI
featuring Atom™ D525 processor; up to 4GB memory in
two SODIMM sockets; 3x USB; 3x GbE; 1x COM
(RS-232/422/485); onboard VGA box header; onboard
SATA connector; onboard CompactFlash slot. The SATA
adapter DB-6920SAT provides connectivity for 2.5" drive
(shares space with PMC slot).
X cPCI-6615D/D525: 8HP width (dual-slot) 6U CompactPCI
featuring Atom™ D525 processor; up to 4GB memory in
two SODIMM sockets; 4x USB; 3x GbE; 2x COM (one
RS-232/422/485 selectable); 1x VGA; onboard SATA connector; onboard CompactFlash slot. The SATA adapter
DB-6920SAT provides connectivity for 2.5" drive (shares
space with PMC slot).
Rear Transition Module
X cPCI-R6002: 4HP width, 50mm depth Rear Transition Mod-
ule with 2x COM (1x DB-9 on faceplate, 1x 10-pin header
onboard), 2x USB, 2x GbE, VGA converted from DVI-I port
and 2x 7-pin SATA connectors.
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cPCI-6615
1.5Package Contents
The cPCI-6615 is packaged with the following components. If any
of the items on the contents list are missing or damaged, retain the
shipping carton and packing material and contact the dealer for
inspection. Please obtain authorization before returning any product to ADLINK. The packing contents of the cPCI-6615 Series are
non-standard configurations and may vary depending on customer
requests.
Processor Blade
X The cPCI-6615 Series Processor Blade
Z Memory specifications will differ depending on options
selected
Z Thermal module is assembled on the board
X 2.5” HDD accessory pack
X CompactFlash accessory pack
X Y-cable for PS/2 combo port (8HP version only)
X ADLINK All-in-One CD
X User’s manual
Rear Transition Module
X The cPCI-R6002 RTM
The contents of non-standard cPCI-6615 configurations may
vary depending on the customer’s requirements.
NOTE:
NOTE:
This product must be protected from static discharge and physical shock. Never remove any of the components except at a
CAUTION:
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static-free workstation. Use the anti-static bag shipped with the
product when putting the board on a surface. Wear an
anti-static wrist strap properly grounded on one of the system's
ESD ground jacks when installing or servicing system components.
•Vibration1: Operating 2Grms, 5-500Hz, each axis w/o HDD
EMI• CE EN55022
• FCC Cla ss A
1. Hard drive limits operational vibration. When application requires
higher vibration specification, it is recommended to use a flash disk.
2. ADLINK-certified thermal design. The thermal performance is
dependent on the chassis cooling design. Forced airflow with
3.2 m/s is required. Temperature limit of optional mass storage
devices may affect the thermal specification.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
NOTE:
NOTE:
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2.2I/O Connectivity Table
cPCI-6615
Function
cPCI-6615 (4HP)cPCI-6615D (8HP)
FaceplateOnboardFaceplateOnboard
Gigabit
Ethernet
COM Y x1
Y x3
(1)
(2)
Y x3
Y x2
(1)
(2)
USB 2.0Y x3Y x4
VGAY x1Y
Serial A TA Y x2
(7-pin & 22-pin)
(3)
Y x2
(7-pin & 22-pin)
CFYY
PS/2 KB/MSY x1
PMCYY
GP LEDY x2Y x2
Power LEDYY
HDD LEDYY
Reset
Button
YY
1. Two GbE signals are switchable to rear by BIOS setting
2. One RS-232/422/485 selectable by BIOS setting
3. VGA is switchable to rear by jumper
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2.3Power Requirements
In order to guarantee stable operation of the system, it is recommended that significantly more power be provided than required.
An industrial power supply unit should be able to provide at
least twice as much power as the entire system requires of
each voltage. An ATX power supply unit should be able to provide
at least three times as much po wer as the entire syst em requires
of each voltage.
The tolerance of the voltage lines described in the CompactPCI
specification (PICMG 2.0 R3.0) is +5%/-3% for 5, 3.3 V and ±5%
for ±12V. This specification is for power delivered to each slot and
it includes both the power supply and the backplane tolerance.
Voltage
5V+5.0 VDC+5% / -3%50 mV
3.3V+ 3.3 VDC+5% / -3%50 mV
+12V+12 VDC+5% / -5%240 mV
-12V-12 VDC+5% / -5%240 mV
V I/O (PCI I/O
Buffer Voltage)
GND
Nominal
Value
+3.3 VDC or
+5 VDC
Tolerance
+5% / -3%50 mV
Max. Ripple
(P - P)
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Power Consumption
This section provides information on the power consumption of
cPCI-6615 Series when using the Intel® Atom processor D525
with 4GB DDR3 memory and ASD25-MLC64G SSD. The
cPCI-6615 is powered by 5V only. Power consumption under Windows XP was measured using PassMark BurnInTest 6.0.
Intel® Atom™ Processor D525
OS/ModeCurrent 5V Total Power
DOS/Idle mode3.285A16.42W
Windows XP, Idle mode3.357A16.78W
Windows XP, 100% CPU usage3.668A18.34W
Windows XP, Total System 3.931A19.65W
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3Functional Description
The following sections describe the cPCI-6615 Series features
and functions.
3.1Processor
cPCI-6615
The cPCI-6615 Series supports the
Intel® Atom™ Processor D525
built on 45-nm Hi-K process technology. The processor is
designed for a two-chip platform as opposed to the traditional
three-chip platforms (processor, GMCH and ICH). The two-chip
platform consists of a processor and the chipset and enables
higher performance, lower cost, easier validation, and improved
x-y footprint.
Features
Clock1.8 GHz
L2 cache1MB
No. of Core(s)2
Max. Power (TDP1)
T
junction, Max.
1. The high est expected sustainable power while running known
power intensive applications. TDP is not the maximum power
that the processor can dissipate.
2. The maximum supported operating temperature.
2
Atom™D525
13W
100°C
Intel® Atom™ Processor D525
The following list provides some of the key features of this processor:
X One die, primary 32-kB instructions cache and 24-kB
write-back data cache
X Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology (2 threads per core)
X On die 2x512-kB, 8-way L2 cache
X Support IA 32-bit and Intel® 64 architecture
X Intel® SSE2 and SSE3 and SSSE3 support
X Micro-FCBGA8 packaging technologies
X
Thermal management support via Intel® Thermal Monitor 1 (TM1)
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The following list outlines the key features of system memory support:
X Single channel DDR3 memory at data transfer rates of
800 M/Ts
X I/O Voltage of 1.5V Non-ECC, unbuffered DDR3
X 512Mb. 1-Gb, and 2-Gb DDR3 DRAM technologies supported
X 2 SO-DIMMs, maximum 4GB memory capacity supported
The following list outlines the key graphics features:
X The integrated graphics controller contains a refresh of the
3rd generation graphics core
X Intel® Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0
X DirectX 9 compliant Pixel Shader v2.0
X 400-MHz render clock frequency
X Analog RGB display output up to resolution up to
2048x1536 @ 60Hz
X Single LVDS channel supporting resolutions up to
1366x768, 18bpp
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3.2Chipset
Intel® ICH8 Mobile I/O Controller Hub
The ICH8M provides extensive I/O support. Functions and capabilities include:
X Provides 6 PCI Expressx1 ports, supporting the PCI
Express Base Specification, Revision 1.1. Each Root Port
supports 2.5GB/s bandwidth in each direction. The
cPCI-6615 utilizes two PCI Express x1 ports for two Gigabit
Ethernet controllers; routes two PCI Express x1 ports to the
board-to-board connector and one PCI Express x1 port to
the J2 connector for expansion capability.
X Enhanced DMA controller, interrupt controller, and timer functions
X Integrated Serial ATA host controller with independent DMA
operation on three ports
X Integrated IDE controller supports Ultra ATA100/66/33
X System Management Bus (SMBus) Specification, Version
2.0 with additional support for I2C devices
X Supports Intel® Matrix Storage Technology
X PCI Local Bus Specification, Revision 2.3 support for
33MHz PCI operations
3.3Super I/O
The ITE IT8783E Super I/O is on a Low Pin Count interface supporting PS/2 keyboard/mouse; three 16C550-compatible serial
ports; hardware monitor function to monitor CPU voltage, CPU
temperature, power supply voltages and system temperature; and
Watchdog Timer with time resolution from minimum 1 second or
minute to maximum 65635 seconds or minutes on the cPCI-6615.
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3.4Battery
The cPCI-6615 is provided with a 3.0V “coin cell” lithium battery
for the Real Time Clock (RTC). The battery socket is equipped
onboard. The lithium battery must be replaced with an identical
battery or a battery type recommended by the manufacturer. A
Rayovac BR2032 is equipped onboard by default.
3.5PMC
The cPCI-6615P Series supports one PMC site for front panel I/O
expansion. The PMC site provides a maximum 64-bit/133MHz
PCI-X bus link using a Pericom PI7C9X130 PCI-Express-to-PCI-X
bridge and PCI-Express x4 link. The PMC site requires 12V to
power up.
This section illustrates the assembly layout of single slot
cPCI-6615 blade.
DB-6920
Heatsink
Figure 4-2: cPCI-6615 Assembly Layout
2.5” Drive
Heatsink
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4.3cPCI-6615D Assembly Layout
The dual-slot width cPCI-6615D blade is comprised of the
cPCI-6615 single-slot main board and an expanded front panel
with the following additional I/O: 1x PS/2 KB/MS port, 1x USB port,
1x COM port and 1x VGA port.
CN1
PS/2
USB4
CN5
CN6
VGA
COM2
SW1
CN1PS/2 KB/MS pin he ader PS/2PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse
CN5SATA connectorUSB4USB port from CN6
CN6USB pin headerVGAVGA port
COM2COM portSW1Load BIOS default switch
Figure 4-3: cPCI-6615D Assembly Layout
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4.4cPCI-6615(D) Front Panel
cPCI-6615
cPCI-6615D
PS/2
KB/MS
Status LEDs
Reset Button
PMC Slot
GbE3/2/1 USB 2.0
Reset Button
Figure 4-4: cPCI-6615(D) Front Panel Layout
HPWG
LEDColorConditionIndication
WDT (W)Red
HDD (H)Amber
GPIO (G)Blue
Power (P) Green
OffNo Watchdog event
BlinkingWatchdog event alert
OffNo HDD activity
BlinkingData read/write in process
OffGPIO is off
OnGPIO is enabled
OffSystem is off
OnSystem is on
COM1 GbE3/2/1 USB 2.0 PMC Slot
VGA USB 2.0
COM2
COM1
Status LEDs
Status LEDs
T able 4-1: cPCI-6615 Front Panel Status LED Descriptions
Ta ble 4-21: CompactPCI J5 Connecto r Pin De fini tion
Ethernet port
GPIO
LVDS
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4.7Switch and Jumper Settings
Load BIOS Default Switch (SW1)
Press switch SW4 to load the default BIOS settings.The switch
is located on the component side of the board, between the
CompactPCI J3 and J5 connectors, next to the SATA connector (CN5).
System Reset Switch (SW4)
Press switch SW4 to reset the system. The switch is located on
the front panel, between GbE1 and the USB ports.
VGA Mode Jumper (JPX2)
VGA output can be switched from the front panel (box header
on 4HP model) to the RTM (J3) by jumper selection. On the
8HP version, VGA output is set to the front panel VGA port by
default (pins 1 and 2 shorted) . To send VGA output to the RTM
(J3), remove the shunt shorting pins 1 and 2 (it can be placed
on either pin for storage). On the 4HP model, VGA output is
routed to J3 by default (pins 1 and 2 open).
If the system is booted into Windows OS without a VGA monitor connected, the graphics output will be set to LVDS. To set
NOTE:
NOTE:
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the display output signal to VGA, press Control+Alt+F1 after
connecting the VGA monitor to the DB-15 connector.
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5Getting Started
This chapter describes the installation procedures for the
cPCI-6615 and rear transition module:
X CompactFlash card installation
X Memory installation
X 2.5” SATA Hard Drive Disk installation
X PMC installation
X cPCI-6615 installation to chassis
X RTM installation to chassis
5.1CPU and Heatsink
The cPCI-6615 Series come with CPU and heatsink are
pre-installed. Removal of heatsink/CPU by users is not recommended. Please contact your ADLINK service representative for
assistance.
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5.2CompactFlash Card installation
The cPCI-6615 Series provides an onboard slot to install a CompactFlash card.
1. Prepare a CompactFlash ca rd and locate the CF retension bracket in the package.
2. Insert the CompactFlash card into the slot.
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3. Align the CF retension bracket and secure it with the
screw provided.
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5.3Memory Installation
The cPCI-6615 series provides two SO-DIMM sockets and a
memory retention bracket to secure memory on the board.
1. Insert the memory modules(s) into the SO-DIMM socket
at a 30° angle and press down the edge of the module
until the retaining clips "click".
2. Slide in the memory retention bracket into place and
secure it with the screw provided. The retention bracket
will prevent all four SO-DIMM retaining clips from popping open.
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cPCI-6615
5.42.5" SATA Drive Installation
The cPCI-6615 provides space to install a slim type 2.5” SATA drive.
1. Locate the DB-6920SAT kit in the package (includes
daughter board, 2 standoffs, drive bracket, 6 screws).
Locate the onboard SATA connector (CNX3) as shown
below. Remove the PMC keying pin indicated below.
Keying pin
2. Secure the DB-6920SAT daughter board to the onboard
SATA connector CNX3 with two screws provided.
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3. Secure the two standoffs included with the DB-6920SAT
to the underside of the SATA drive at the connector end
as shown.
4. Secure the drive bracket with two screws shown as
below.
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5. Insert the drive assembly into the connectors on
DB-6920SAT until it is properly seated.
6. Secure the drive assembly to the cPCI-6615 by securing
two screws to the drive bracket.
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7. Turn the cPCI-6615 blade over (solder side up) and
secure two screws to the standoffs on the drive assembly shown as below.
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5.5PCI Mezzanine Card Installation
The PMC slot on the cPCI-6615 is designed to support 3.3V.
Please contact ADLINK for 5V signalling support.
1. Before installing a PMC module, keep the V(I/O) keying
pin in place for module with 3.3V signaling.
3.3V keying pin
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2. Remove the PMC filler faceplate from the front panel.
Align the male connectors of the PMC module (component-side down) to the female connectors of the
cPCI-6615 and press down.
3. Secure the PMC module to the cPCI-6615 with four
screws (provided with the card) from the bottom side of
the board as indicated below.
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5.6Installing the cPCI-6615 to the Chassis
The cPCI-6615 can be installed in a system of a 6U CompactPCI
chassis. These instructions are for reference only. Refer to the
user guide that comes with the chassis for more information.
1. Be sure to select the correct system slot to install the
blade. The system power may be either powered on or
off.
2. Remove the blank face cover from the selected slot, if
necessary.
3. Press down on the release catches of the cPCI-6615
ejector handles.
4. Remove the black plastic caps securing the mounting
screws to the front panel.
5. Align the blade¡¦s top and bottom edges to the chassis
card guides, and then carefully slide the blade into the
chassis. A slight resistance may be felt when inserting
the blade. If the resistance it too strong, check if there
are bent pins on the backplane or if the board’s connector pins are not properly aligned with connectors on the
backplane. Then push the board until it is completely
flush with the chassis.
6. Push the ejector handle outwards to secure the blade in
place, and then fasten the screws on the front panel.
7. Connect the cables and peripherals to the board, and
then turn the chassis on if necessary.
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5.7RTM Installation
The installation and removal procedures for a RTM are the same
as those for CompactPCI boards. Because they are shorter than
front boards, pay careful attention when inserting or removing
RTMs.
Refer to previous sections for peripheral connectivity of all
I/O ports on the RTM. When installing the cPCI-6615 Series and
related RTMs, make sure the RTM is the correct matching model.
You must install the correct RTM to enable functions (I/O interfaces) on the rear panel. Installation of non-compatible RTMs
NOTE:
NOTE:
may damage the system board and/or other RTMs.
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6Driver Installation
The cPCI-6615 drivers are available from the ADLINK All-In-One
CD at X:\cPCI\cPCI-6615\, or from the ADLINK website
(http://www.adlinktech.com). This section describes the driver
installation procedures for Windows® 7 32-bit.
1. Install the Windows operating system before installing
any driver. Most standard I/O device drivers are installed
during Windows installation.
2. Install the chipset driver by running the program in the
6. Install the Audio driver by running the program in the
archive …\Audio\Realtek_High_Definition_Audio_
Win7_Driver32_v6.0.1.6029.zip
We recommend using the drivers provided on the ADLINK
All-in-One CD or downloaded from the ADLINK website to ensure
compatibility. Please download the VxWorks BSP from the
ADLINK website.
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7Utilities
7.1Watchdog Timer
This section describes the operation of the cPCI-6615’s watchdog
timer (WDT). The primary function of the WDT is to monitor the
cPCI-6615's operation and to reset the system if a software application fails to function as prog rammed. The following WDT functions may be controlled using a software application:
X enabling and disabling
X reloading timeout value
The cPCI-6615 custom WDT circuit is implemented using the
internal I/O of the ITE SuperIO IT8783 which is at 2Eh of LPC. The
basic functions of the WDT include:
X Starting the timer countdown
X Enabling or disabling WDT
X Enabling or disabling WDT countdown LED ON
X Reloading the timeout value to keep the watchdog from tim-
ing out
X Setting the range of the timeout period from 1 second or minute
to maximum 65635 seconds or minutes
X Sending a RESET signal to the system when the watchdog
times out
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Using the Watchdog in an Application
The following section describes using the WDT functions in an
application. The WDT reset function is explained in the previous
section. This can be controlled through the registers in the
cPCI-6615's SuperIO.
An application using the reset fe ature enab les the watch dog func tion, sets the count-down period, and reloads the timeout value
periodically to keep it from resetting the system. If the timer countdown value is not reloaded, the watchdog resets the system hardware after its counter reaches zero.
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Sample Code
The sample program written in C shown below offers an interactive way to test the Watchdog Timer under DOS.
#include<stdio.h>
#include<dos.h>
#define IT8783_ID1 0x87
#define IT8783_ID2 0x83
static unsigned int IT8783_ioPort = 0x2e;
//Check index port
void Enter_IT8783_Config(unsigned int flag)
{
if(flag) IT8783_ioPort = 0x4e;
switch(IT8783_ioPort)
{
case 0x2E: //Address port = 0x2E, enter keys =
0x87, 0x01, 0x55, 0x55
registerValue &= 0xbf; //Disable WDT output
through KBRST
}
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outportb(IT8783_ioPort+1, registerValue); // set
WDT count is second
}
}
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8BIOS Setup
The following chapter describes basic navigation for the
AMIBIOS®8 BIOS setup utility.
8.1Starting the BIOS
To enter the setup screen, follow these steps:
1. Power on the motherboard
2. Press the < Delete > key on your keyboard when you
see the following text prompt:
< Press DEL to run Setup >
3. After you press the < Delete > key, the main BIOS setup
menu displays. You can access the other setup screens
from the main BIOS setup menu , such as Chipset and
Power menus.
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Note: In most cases, the < Delete > key is used to invoke the setup
screen. There are several cases that use other keys, such as
< F1 >, < F2 >, and so on.
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Setup Menu
The main BIOS setup menu is the first screen that you can navigate. Each main BIOS setup menu option is described in this
user’s guide.
The Main BIOS setup menu screen has two main frames. The left
frame displays all the options that can be configured. “Grayed”
options cannot be configured, “Blue” options can be.
The right frame displays the key legend. Above the key legend is
an area reserved for a text message. When an option is selected
in the left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message will
accompany it.
Navigation
The BIOS setup/utility uses a key-based navigation system called
hot keys. Most of the BIOS setup utility hot keys can be used at
any time during the setup navigation process.
These keys include < F1 >, < F10 >, < Enter >, < ESC >, < Arrow >
keys, and so on. .
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Note: There is a hot key legend located in the r ight frame on most
setup screens.
The < F8 > key on your keyboard is the Fail-Safe key. It is not displayed on the key legend by default. To set the Fail-Safe settings
of the BIOS, press the < F8 > key on your keyboard. It is located
on the upper row of a standard 101 keyboard. The Fail-Safe settings allow the motherboard to boot up with the least amount of
options set. This can lessen the probability of conflicting settings.
Hotkey Descriptions
F1The < F1 > key allows you to display the General Help
screen.
Press the < F1 > key to open the General Help screen.
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F10The < F10 > key allows you to save any changes you have
made and exit Setup. Press the < F10 > key to save your
changes. The following screen will appear:
Press the < Enter > key to save the configuration and exit.
You can also use the < Arrow > key to select Cancel and
then press the < Enter > key to abort this functio n and return
to the previous screen.
ESCThe < Esc > key allows you to discard any changes you have
made and exit the Setup. Press the < Esc > key to exit the
setup without saving your changes. The following screen will
appear:
Press the < Enter > key to discard changes and exit. You can
also use the < Arrow > key to select Cancel and then press
the < Enter > key to abort this function and return to the previous screen.
EnterThe < Enter > key allows you to display or change the setup
option listed for a particular setup item. The < Enter > key
can also allow you to display the setup sub-screens.
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8.2Main Setup
When you first enter the Setup Utility , you will enter the Main setup
screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab. There are two Main Setup options. They are
described in this section. The Main BIOS Setup screen is shown
below.
System Time/System Date
Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date using the < Arrow > keys. Enter new values using the keyboard. Press the < Tab > key or the < Arrow >
keys to move between fields. The date must be entered in MM/
DD/YY format. The time is entered in HH:MM:SS format.
Note: The time is in 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 A.M. ap-
pears as 05:30:00, and 5:30 P.M. as 17:30:00.
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8.3Advanced BIOS Setup
Select the Advanced tab from the setup screen to enter the
Advanced BIOS Setup screen. You can select any of the items in
the left frame of the screen to go to the sub menu for that item.
You can display an Advanced BIOS Setup option by highlighting it
using the < Arrow > keys. The Advanced BIOS Setup screen is
shown below.
The sub menus are described on the following pages.
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8.3.1CPU Configuration
You can use this screen to select options for the CPU Configuration Settings. Use the up and down < Arrow > keys to select an
item. Use the < + > and < - > keys to change the value of the
selected option. A description of the selected item appears on the
right side of the screen. The settings are described on the following pages. An example of the CPU Configuration screen is shown
below.
Max CPUID Value Limit
When the computer is booted up, the operating system executes the CPUID instruction to identify the processor and its
capabilities. Before it can do so, it must first query the processor to find out the highest input value CPUID recognized. This
determines the kind of basic information CPUID can provide
the operating system. This option allows you to circumvent
problems with older operating systems.
When Enabled, the processor will limit the maximum CPUID
input value to 03h when queried, even if the processor supports a higher CPUID input value. When Disabled, the processor will return the actual maximum CPUID input value of the
processor when queried.
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Execute-Disable Bit Capability
Intel’s Execute Disable Bit functionality can help prevent certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks when combined with a supporting operating system. Exec ute Disable Bit
allows the processor to classify areas in memory where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor
disables code execution, preventing damage and worm propagation.
Hyper-Threading Technology
This item allow you to enable or disable Hyper-Thread ing Technology.
Intel® Speedstep™ Tech
Intel® SpeedStep Technology allows the system to dynamically
adjust processor voltage and core frequency, which can result
in decreased average power consumption and decreased
average heat production.
Intel® C-State Tech
This option allows you to enable or disable Intel® C-State function.
Enhanced C-State Tech
This option allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced CState function.
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8.3.2IDE Configuration
You can use this screen to select options for the IDE Configuration
Settings. Use the up and down < Arrow > keys to select an item.
Use the < + > and < - > keys to change the value of the selected
option.
ATA/IDE Configuration
This item specifies which mode the ATA/IDE channels should
be initialized in. The settings are Disabled, Compatible and
Enhanced.
Configure SAT A as
When running in Compatible mode, SATA channels can be
configured as a legacy IDE channel.
SATA1 does not support Compatible mode due to chipset
limitation.
NOTE:
NOTE:
IDE Master/Slave
Select one of the hard disk drives to configure it. Press
< Enter > to access its sub menu.
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8.3.3Super IO Configuration
You can use this screen to select options for the Super IO settings.
Use the up and down < Arrow > keys to select an item. Use the <
+ > and < - > keys to change the value of the selected option. The
settings are described on the following pages. The screen is
shown below.
Serial Port1 Address
Select an address for Serial Port1. Options: 3F8/2F8/3E8/2E8.
Serial Port1 Mode
Sets the mode of Serial Port1 to RS-232/422/485.
Serial Port2~4 IRQ
Sets the serial port IRQ. Options: 3, 4, 10, 11.
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8.3.4Hardware Health Configuration
This option displays the current status of all of the monitored hardware devices/components such as voltages and temperatures.
The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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8.3.5USB Configuration
You can use this screen to select options for the USB Configuration. Use the up and down < Arrow > keys to select an item. Use
the < + > and < - > keys to change the value of the selected
option. The settings are described on the following pages. The
screen is shown below.
Legacy USB Support
Legacy USB Support refers to USB mouse and keyboard support. Normally if this option is not enabled, any attached USB
mouse or USB keyboard will not become available until a USB
compatible operating system is fully booted with all USB drivers loaded. When this option is enabled, any attached USB
mouse or USB keyboard can control the system even when
there are no USB drivers loaded on the system. Set this value
to enable or disable the Legacy USB Support.
X Disabled: Set this value to prevent the use of any USB
device in DOS or during system boot.
X Enabled: Set this value to allow the use of USB devices
during boot and while using DOS.
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X Auto: This option auto detects USB Keyboards or M ice and
if found, allows them to be utilized during boot and while
using DOS.
USB 2.0 Controller Mode
The USB 2.0 Controller Mode c onfigures the data rate of the
USB port. The options are FullSpeed (12 Mbps) and HiSpeed
(480 Mbps).
USB Functions
Set the value to allow the system to disable, enabled and
select a set number of onboard USB ports.
USB 2.0 Controller
Enable or disable USB 2.0 functionality to all USB ports.
USB Mass Storage Device Configuration
This is a submenu for configuring the USB Mass Stor age Class
Devices when BIOS finds they are in use on USB ports. Emulation Type can be set according to the type of attached USB
mass storage device(s). If set to Auto, USB devices less than
530MB will be emulated as Floppy and those greater than
530MB will remain as hard drive. The Forced FDD option can
be used to force a hard disk type drive (such as a Zip drive) to
boot as FDD.
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8.3.6Remote Access Configuration
Remote access configuration provides the settings to allow remote
access by another computer to get POST messages and send
commands through serial port access.
Remote Access
Select this option to Enable or Disab le the BIOS remote access
feature.
Enabling Remote Access requires a dedicated serial port connection. When the assigned serial port is disabled, Remote
NOTE:
NOTE:
Access should also be disabled to prevent the system from
booting abnormally.
Serial Port Number
Select the serial port you want to use for the remote access
interface. Options: COM1, COM2, COM3.
If you have changed the resource assignment of the serial
ports in Advanced> SuperIO Configuration, you must Save
NOTE:
NOTE:
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Changes and Exit, reboot the system, and enter the setup
menu again in order to see those changes reflected in the
available Remote Access options.
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Serial Port Mode
Select the baud rate you want the serial port to use for console
redirection. The options are 115200 8,n,1; 57600 8,n,1; 19200
8,n,1; and 09600 8,n,1.
Flow Control
Set this option to select Flow Control for console redirection.
The settings for this value are None, Hardware, or Software.
Redirection After BIOS POST
This option allows you to set Redirection configuration after
BIOS POST. The settings for this value are Disabled, Boot
Loader, or Always.
X Disabled: Set this value to turn off the redirection after POST
X Boot Loader: Set this value to allow the redirection to be
active during POST and Boot Loader.
X Always: Set this value to allow the redirection to be always
active.
Terminal Type
This option is used to select either VT100/VT-UTF8 or ANSI
terminal type. The settings for this value are ANSI, VT100, or
VT-UTF8.
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support
This option enables VT-UTF8 Combination Key Support for
ANSI/VT100 terminals. The settings for this value are Enabled
or Disabled.
Sredir Memory Display Delay
This option gives the delay in seconds to display memory information. The options for this value are No Delay, Delay 1 Sec,
Delay 2 Sec, or Delay 4 Sec.
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8.3.7AHCI Configuration
You can use this screen to select options for the AHCI Settings.
Use the up and down < Arrow > keys to select an item. Use the <
+ > and < - > keys to change the value of the selected option.
SATA Port0/1/2
Select the type of device connected to the system.
S.M.A.R.T
S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a utility that monitors your disk status to predict hard
disk failure.
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8.4Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
Select the PCI/PnP tab from the setup screen to enter the Plug
and Play BIOS Setup screen. You can display a Plug and Play
BIOS Setup option by highlighting it using the < Arrow > keys. The
Plug and Play BIOS Setup screen is shown below.
IRQ Channel
Set this value to allow the IRQ channel settings to be modified.
X Available: This setting allows the specified IRQ/DMA chan-
nel to be used by a PCI/PnP device.
X Reserved: This setting allows the specified IRQ/DMA chan-
nel to be used by a legacy ISA device.
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8.5Boot Settings
Select the Boot tab from the setup screen to enter the Boot BIOS
Setup screen. You can select any of the items in the left frame of
the screen, such as Boot Device Priority, to go to the sub menu for
that item. You can display a Boot BIOS Setup option by highlighting it using the < Arrow > keys. The Boot Settings screen is sh own
below:
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8.5.1Boot Settings Configuration
Use this screen to select options for the Boot Settings Configuration. Use the up and down <Arrow> keys to sel ect an it em. Use t he
<Plus> and <Minus> keys to change the value of the selected
option.
Quick Boot
Enabling this setting will cause the BIOS power-on self test
routine to skip some of its tests during bootup for faster system
boot.
Quiet Boot
When this feature is enabled, the BIOS will display the OEM
logo during the boot-up sequence, hiding normal POST messages. When it is disabled, the BIOS will display the normal
POST messages, instead of the OEM logo.
Bootup Num-Lock
Allows you to select the power-on state for Num-Lock.
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8.6Security Setup
Password Support
Two Levels of Password Protection
Provides both a Supervisor and a User password. If you use
both passwords, the Supervisor password must be set first.
The system can be configured so that all users must enter a
password every time the system boots or when Setup is executed, using either or either the Supervisor password or User
password.
The Supervisor and User passwords activate two different levels of password security. If you select password support, you
are prompted for a one to six character password. Type the
password on the keyboard. The password does not appear on
the screen when typed. Make sure you write it down. If you forget it, you must drain NVRAM and re-configure.
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Remember the Password
Keep a record of the new password when the password is
changed. If you forget the password, you must erase the system configuration information in NVRAM.
To access the sub menu for the following items, s elect the item
and press < Enter >:
X Change Supervisor Password
X Change User Password
X Clear User Password
Supervisor Password
Indicates whether a supervisor password has been set.
User Password
Indicates whether a user password has been s et .
Change Supervisor Password
Select this option and press < Enter > to access the sub menu.
You can use the sub menu to change the supervisor password.
Change User Password
Select this option and press < Enter > to access the sub menu.
You can use the sub menu to change the user password.
Boot Sector Virus Protection
Enable or disable the boot sector virus protection function.
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8.7Chipset Setup
Select the Chipset tab from the setup screen to enter the Chipset
BIOS Setup screen. You can select any of the items in the left
frame of the screen to go to the sub menu for that item. The Chipset BIOS Setup screen is shown below.
HDA Controller
Set this value to Enable/Disable the HD Audio Controller.
Onboard LAN BIOS Init
Set this value to enable/disable the invoking of onboard LAN’s
PXE ROM. Disabling can shorten the POST time by not initializing
LAN PXE ROM. Enable it if boot from LAN is needed.
Onboard LAN1/2 Output Select
Set the Onboard LAN1/2 output to Front or Rear.
Initial Graphics Adapter
Select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.
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ClkGen Spread Spectrum
Set this value to Enable/Disable the ClkGen spread spectrum
function.
Boot Display Device
Select which device to use as the primary boot display device.
Flat Panel Type
Select which resolution to display.
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8.8Exit Menu
Select the Exit tab from the setup screen to enter the Exit BIOS
Setup screen. You can display an Exit BIOS Setup option by highlighting it using the < Arrow > keys. The Exit BIOS Setup screen is
shown below.
Save Changes and Exit
When you have completed the system configuration changes,
select this option to leave Setup and reboot the computer so the
new system configuration parameters can take effect.
Save Configuration Changes and Exit Now?
[Ok] [Cancel]
appears in the window. Select Ok to save changes and exit.
Discard Changes and Exit
Select this option to quit Setup without making any permanent
changes to the system configuration.
Discard Changes and Exit Setup Now?
[Ok] [Cancel]
appears in the window. Select Ok to discard changes and exit.
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Discard Changes
Select Discard Changes from the Exit menu and press < Enter >.
Select Ok to discard changes.
Load Optimal Defaults
Automatically sets all Setup options to a complete set of default
settings when you select this option. The Optimal settings are
designed for maximum system performance, but may not work
best for all computer applications. In particular, do not use the
Optimal Setup options if your computer is experiencing system
configuration problems.
Select Load Optimal Defaults from the Exit menu and press
< Enter >.
Select Ok to load optimal defaults.
Load Failsafe Defaults
Automatically sets all Setup options to a complete set of default
settings when you select this option. The Failsafe settings are
designed for maximum system stability, but not maximum performance. Select the FailSafe Setup options if your computer is
experiencing system configuration problems.
Select Load Fail-Safe Defaults from the Exit menu and press
< Enter >.
Load FailSafe Defaults?
[Ok] [Cancel]
appears in the window. Select Ok to load FailSafe defaults.
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Important Safety Instructions
For user safety, please read and follow all instructions,
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES marked in this manual
and on the associated equipment before handling/operating the
equipment.
X Read these safety instructions carefully.
X Keep this user’s manual for future reference.
X Read the specifications section of this manual for detailed
information on the operating environment of this equipment.
X When installing/mounting or uninstalling/removing
equipment:
Z Turn off power and u nplug any power cords/cables.
X To avoid electrical shock and/or damage to equipment:
Z Keep equipment away from water or liquid sources;
Z Keep equipment away from high heat or high humidity;
Z Keep equipment properly ventilated (do not block or
cover ventilation openings);
Z Make sure to use recommended voltage and powe r
source settings;
Z Always install and operate equipment near an easily
accessible electrical socket-outlet;
Z Secure the power cord (do not place any obje ct on /ove r
the power cord);
Z Only install/attach and operate equipment on stable
surfaces and/or recommended mountings; and,
Z If the equipment will not be used for long periods of time,
turn off and unplug the equipment from its power source.
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X Never attempt to fix the equipment. Equipmen t sho u ld on ly
be serviced by qualified personnel.
A Lithium-type battery may be provided for uninterrupted, backup
or emergency power.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with one of an incorrect
WARNING:
type. Dispose of used batteries appropriately.
X Equipment must be serviced by authorized technicians
when:
Z The power cord or plug is damaged;
Z Liquid has penetrated the equipment;
Z It has been exposed to high humidity/moisture;
Z It is not functioning or does not function according to the
user’s manual;
Z It has been dropped and/or damaged; and/or,
Z It has an obvious sign of breakage.
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Getting Service
Contact us should you require any service or assistance.
ADLINK Technology, Inc.
Address: 9F, No.166 Jian Yi Road, Zhonghe District
New Taipei City 235, Taiwan