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Contents
Chapter 1About This Manual ....................................................................................................1
Purpose of this Manual ....................................................................................................................1
BIOS Save & Exit Setup Screen .............................................................................................. 51
Appendix ATechnical Support .................................................................................................. 53
Index ................................................................................................................................................. 55
List of Figures
Figure 2-1.Mini, Compact, Basic and Extended Form Factors ................................................. 4
Table A-1.Technical Support Contact Information..................................................................53
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Chapter 1About This Manual
Purpose of this Manual
This manual provides reference for designers of systems based on the Express-IBR Computer-on-Module
(COM). This manual contains information that permits designers to create an embedded system based on
specific design requirements.
Information provided in this reference manual includes:
•Product Overview
•Hardware Specifications
•BIOS Setup Information
•Technical Support Information
Information not provided in this reference manual includes:
•Detailed chip specifications (refer to References section of this chapter for hyperlinks to chip
specifications)
•Internal component operation
•Internal registers or signal operations
•Bus or signal timing for industry standard buses and signals
•Pin-signal definitions for industry-standard interfaces
References
The following list of references may be helpful for you to complete your custom design successfully.
Specifications
•COM Express Specification Revision 2.0
Web site: http://www.picmg.org/
•PCIe Specification Revisions 2.0 and 3.0
Web site: http://www.pcisig.com/specifications/pciexpress/base
to find the manufacturer’s web site and locate the documents you need.
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Chapter 2Product Overview
This introduction presents general information about the COM Express™ architecture and the Express-IBR
Computer-on-Module (COM). After reading this chapter you should understand:
•COM Express concept
•COM Express architecture
•Express-IBR Product Description
•Express-IBR Major Components
•Express-IBR Connectors, Headers, and Sockets
•Express-IBR Specifications
COM Express Concept
COM Express is an open-industry standard, defined specifically for COM boards. Its creation provides the
ability to make a smooth transition from legacy parallel interfaces to the newest technologies based on serial
buses available today. COM Express modules are available in the following form factors:
•Mini 84mm x 55mm
•Compact 95mm x 95mm
•Basic 125mm x 95mm
•Extended 155mm x 110mm
The COM Express specification 2.0 defines seven different pinout types.
The Express-IBR utilizes the Basic form factor and the Type 6 pinout definition, featuring two high
performance connectors that ensure stable data throughput. The Type 6 pinout removes the PCI interface
signals and replaces them with DisplayPort and HDMI display signals, thereby expanding the range of
potential video peripherals beyond the familiar VGA, LVDS, and SDVO interfaces.
The COM board integrates all core components and is mounted onto an application specific baseboard.
COM boards are legacy-free designs (no Super I/O, PS/2 keyboard, and PS/2 mouse) and provide most of
the functional requirements for any application. These functions include, but are not limited to a rich
complement of contemporary, high-bandwidth serial interfaces such as PCI Express, SATA, USB 3.0, and
Gigabit Ethernet. The robust thermal and mechanical concept of the COM board, combined with extended
power management capabilities, is perfectly suited for all applications.
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Mini Form Factor
Compact Form Factor
Basic Form Factor
Note:
Measurements are in millimeters
Extended Form Factor
COM_FormFactors_b
Baseboard designers can utilize as little or as many of the I/O interfaces as necessary. The baseboard can
therefore provide all the interface connectors required to attach the system to the application specific
peripherals. This versatility allows the designer to create a dense and optimized package, which results in a
more reliable product while simplifying system integration. Most importantly, COM Express modules are
scalable, which means once an application has been created, the ability to diversify the product range is
possible through the use of different performance class modules. Simply unplug one module and replace it
with another. No redesign is necessary.
COM Express Architecture
The COM Express specification was developed by the PCI Industrial Computer Manufacturing Group
(PICMG) in close collaboration with many leading companies across the embedded industry in order to find
an implementation solution to handle upcoming new high-speed serial I/Os, processors, and chipsets. COM
Express specifies four form factors, as well as seven different types of connector pinouts.
The four form factors are referred to as Mini, Compact, Basic, and Extended. The Mini form factor targets
battery powered, mobile, and handheld system designs and features a footprint of just 84mm x 55mm. The
Compact form factor is 95mm x 95mm, designed to match the requirements of small applications. The Basic
module footprint is 125mm x 95mm and focuses on space-constrained, low power systems which typically
do not contain more than one horizontal mounted SODIMM. The Extended footprint is slightly larger at
155mm x 110mm and supports up to two full-size, vertically mounted DIMM modules to accommodate
larger memory configurations for high-performance CPUs, chipsets, and multiprocessor systems. The
placement of the shielded 220-pin connectors and the mounting holes are identical between these four
footprints.
Figure 2-1. Mini, Compact, Basic and Extended Form Factors
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Product Description
The Express-IBR is an exceptionally high integration, high performance, rugged Intel Core™ processor
based system compatible with the COM Express standard. This rugged and high quality module system
contains all the component subsystems of an ATX motherboard.
The Intel Core processor incorporates a multi processor core with an integrated Graphics Memory Hub
(GMH), providing a high-performance processor, a memory controller for up to 16GB of SODIMM
memory, and a graphics controller for LVDS, VGA, PCI Express graphics (PEG), SDVO, DisplayPort, and
HDMI signals driven by the PCH.
The Intel BD82QM77 chipset provides controllers for the Platform Controller Hub (PCH) featuring
eight USB 2.0 ports, four USB 3.0 ports, four SATA ports, eight GPIO ports, and one Gigabit Ethernet
interface (external magnetics required).
Expansion for additional system functions is possible on the Express-IBR through the PCIe, LPC, and I²C
expansion buses. The PCIe, LPC, and I²C buses operate at clock speeds of 100MHz, 33MHz, and 3.4MHz,
respectively.
The Express-IBR is particularly well suited for either embedded or portable applications and meets the size,
power consumption, temperature range, quality, and reliability demands of embedded system applications.
Module Features
•CPU
Intel 1.8GHz (i3-3217UE), 1.7GHz (i7-3517UE), 2.1GHz (i7-3612QE), 2.3GHz (i7-3615QE), or
2.5GHz (i7-3555LE) 3rd Generation Core i series processors
DMI (Direct Media Interface) with 2 GB/s of bandwidth in each direction
FDI (Flexible Display Interface) for carrying display traffic to the PCH
Internal 256KB L2 cache
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)
•Memory
Two standard 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM sockets
Supports +1.5V DDR3, 1333/1600MHz RAM up to 16GB total capacity
Supports only ECC, un-buffered memory
•Expansion Buses
PCIe between CPU/PCH and COM Express connectors
LPC (Low Pin Count) for LPC devices
I2C for fast mode I2C devices
•COM Express Interface
SATA Interface
•Provides four SATA ports
•Supports up to 6 Gb/s transfer speed on two ports
•Supports up to 3 Gb/s transfer speed on all ports
Figure 2-2 provides a functional representation of the module.
Figure 2-2. Functional Block Diagram
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Major Components (ICs)
Table 2- 2 lists the major integrated circuits on the Express-IBR, including a brief description of each IC.
Figures 2-3 and 2-4 show the locations of the major ICs.
Table 2-2. Major Integrated Circuit Descriptions and Functions
Chip TypeMfg.ModelDescriptionFunction
CPU (U1) IntelCore i Series
(i3-3217UE,
i7-3517UE,
i7-3555LE,
i7-3612QE,
and
i7-3615QE)
PCH (Platform
Controller Hub
[U3])
Hardware
Monitor (U6)
[on bottom side;
see Figure 2-4
Complete turnkey
system that integrates
industry-leading Atmel
AV R micro-controller
architecture, Atmel
EEPROM technology,
and Atmel Security
technology on a single
chip
Micro controller for
board functions
including I²C,
Watchdog Timer, and
LV DS
bits of GPIO expansion
for I²C/SMBus
applications
Provides
integrated
processor core,
memory hub,
and graphics
hub
Provides I/O
interfaces such
as USB, SATA,
and video
Provides system
thermal
protection
Provides an
integrated,
protected, nonvolatile solution
for strong public
key security,
intellectual
property
protection,
system integrity,
authentication,
and secure
communications
Optimizes
power
consumption
versus processor
speed
NOTEPin 1 is shown as a black square on connectors in all illustrations.
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Express-IBR_Bottom_Conn_a
Key:
CN1 - XDP
CN6 - COM Express A1-A110 and B1-B110
CN7 - COM Express C1-C110 and D1-D110
SW1 - PCI Express x16 Configuration Switch
C D
CN7
CN1
SW1
CN6
A B
ON
1 2
Specifications
Physical Specifications
Table 2- 4 lists the physical dimensions of the module.
Table 2-4. Weight and Footprint Dimensions
ItemDimension
Weight0.14 kg (0.30 lb)
Height (overall) 9.20mm (0.36 inches)
Board thickness 2.362mm (0.093 inches)
Width 95.00mm (3.74 inches)
Length 125.00mm (4.92 inches)
Figure 2-6. Connector Locations (Bottom Side)
NOTEOverall height is measured from the
upper board surface to the highest
permanent component on the upper
board surface. This measurement does
not include the cooling solutions. The
heights of the board with the cooling
solutions are 36.58mm for the passive
heatsink (without fan), 46.74mm for the
active heat sink (with fan) and 10.92mm
for the heat spreader. See Figure 2-12.
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Power Specifications
Table 2- 5 provides the power requirements for the Express-IBR with 1.7, 1.8, 2.1, 2.3, and 2.5 GHz CPUs
and a 430 watt power supply.
Table 2-5. Power Supply Requirements
Parameter1.8 GHz CPU
(i3-3217UE)
Input Type
(430 watt power
supply)
In-Rush Peak
Current and
Duration
Idle Current &
Power
(Windows 7)
BIT Current &
Power
S1 Mode
Current &
Power
S3 Mode
Current &
Power
Note: These measurements are of power consumed only by the module and do not include power
•In-rush operating configuration includes Express-BASE6 baseboard, CRT monitor, 4GB DDR3-1333
RAM with ECC. (Caution: A +5V standby input is applied to the baseboard before the +12V input for
the In-Rush measurement is applied separately to the module.)
•Idle (Windows 7) operating configuration includes the in-rush configuration as well as one SATA 3.5"
hard drive, and PS2 keyboard and mouse.
•BIT (Burn-In-Test) operating configuration is the same as the Idle configuration.
•S1 (Standby) operating configuration is the same as Idle configuration.
•S3 (Suspend) operating configuration is the same as Idle configuration.
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Figure 2-7. i3-3217UE Peak In-Rush Current and Duration
Figure 2-8. i7-3517UE Peak In-Rush Current and Duration
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Figure 2-9. i7-3555LE Peak In-Rush Current and Duration
Figure 2-10. i7-3612QE Peak In-Rush Current and Duration
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Figure 2-11. i7-3615QE Peak In-Rush Current and Duration
Environmental Specifications
Table 2- 6 provides the operating and storage temperature ranges required for this module.
Table 2-6. Environmental Requirements
ParameterConditions
Temperature
Operating–20° to +70°C (–4° to +158°F)
Extended (Optional)–40° to +85°C (–40° to +185°F)
Storage –55° to +85°C (–67° to +185°F)
Humidity
Operating5% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Non-operating5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
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IBR_Cooling_Ht_a
0.43
1.84
1.44
1.44
0.22
0.22
0.22
Heat Sink
Fan
Heat Spreader
COM
Board
Thermal/Cooling Requirements
The Express-IBR is designed to operate at its maximum CPU speeds of 1.7GHz, 1.8GHz, 2.1GHz, 2.3GHz,
or 2.5GHz and requires a thermal solution to cool the CPU, PCH, and voltage regulators. ADLINK offers
two optional cooling solutions as well as a heat spreader platform on which to build a cooling solution. (See
Table 2- 7 for descriptions of cooling options.)
NOTEThe overall system design must keep the ICs within their operating temperature
specifications.
Table 2-7. ADLINK Optional Cooling Solutions
Cooling SolutionDescription
Passive Heat Sink
(without fan)
Active Heat Sink
(with fan)
Heat SpreaderProvides a simple thermal platform on which to build a cooling solution.
Qualified to maintain optimal performance up to +70°C.
Qualified to maintain optimal performance up to +85°C.
(Note: The i7-3612QE and i7-3615QE CPUs require fans.)
Figure 2-12. Stack Heights of Cooling Assemblies (Side Views)
NOTEAll heights are given in inches.
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0.16
0.65
1.43
0.00
4.76
4.70
4.15
3.15
2.92
4.92
3.74
3.58
3.50
3.03
2.27
0.16
0.00
Mechanical Specifications
The following figure provides mechanical dimensions of the Express-IBR. Figure 2-13 shows the top-side
view of the board with measurements between mounting holes.
Figure 2-13. Mechanical Dimensions (Top Side)
NOTEAll dimensions are given in inches.
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Chapter 3Hardware
Overview
This chapter discusses the module features in the following order:
NOTEADLINK Technology, Inc. only supports the features/options tested and listed in
this manual. The main chips used in the Express-IBR may provide more features
or options than are listed for the Express-IBR, but some of these features/options
are not supported on the module and will not function as specified in the chip
documentation.
CPU
The Express-IBR offers five versions of the Intel Core™ i CPU—the i3-3217UE, i7-3517UE, i7-3612QE,
i7-3615QE, and i7-3555LE—operating at 1.8GHz, 1.7GHz, 2.1GHz, 2.3GHz, and 2.5GHz, respectively.
The CPU integrates a high-performance, 64-bit, x86 multi Processor Core with Memory Controller and 3D
Graphics Engine. This single chip is based on 32-nm process technology and provides an Intel Flexible
Display Interface and a Direct Media Interface for high-speed connectivity to the PCH. The CPU also
supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology (4 cores, 8 threads) and up to 16GB of DDR3 memory at
1333/1600MHz for high overall performance.
Graphics
The CPU provides a refresh of the seventh generation graphics core, which features a substantial gain in
performance and a decrease in power consumption. The next generation Intel Clear Video HD Technology
includes a collection of video playback and enhancement features that improve the end user’s viewing
experience including Encode/Transcode HD content, HD content playback, and superior image quality.
Other graphics features of the CPU include support for DirectX 11.0, OpenGL 3.1, DirectX Video
Acceleration (DXAV), Advanced Scheduler 2.0, 1.0, and XPDM.
Memory
The Express-IBR features dual-stacked SODIMM sockets for up to 16GB of DDR3 memory. The CPU
provides an Integrated Memory Controller (IMC) with DDR3 protocols and two independent, 64-bit wide
channels each supporting one un-buffered ECC SODIMM and employing up to two device ranks per
channel. Single-channel mode is available when either Channel A or Channel B is populated, but not both.
In dual-channel mode, both Channels must be populated and the SODIMM in Channel A must be greater or
equal in size to the SODIMM in Channel B.
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Interrupt Channel Assignments
The interrupt channel assignments are shown in Table 3-1.
NOTETab le 3- 1 is only for reference. Interrupt channel assignments are tied to the
specific legacy Super I/O device residing on the baseboard. This table can be
used with the baseboard in ADLINK’s Quick Start Kit.
Table 3-1. Interrupt Channel Assignments
Device vs IRQ No.0123456789101112131415
Timer X
PS/2 Keyboard*X
Secondary CascadeX
COM1*OD
COM2*DO
Floppy*D
Parallel*OD
RTCX
Math CoprocessorX
PS/2 Mouse*X
SATA Primary*X
SATA Secondary*X
Audio ControllerAutomatically Assigned
PCI INTAAutomatically Assigned
PCI INTBAutomatically Assigned
PCI INTCAutomatically Assigned
PCI INTDAutomatically Assigned
USBAutomatically Assigned
VideoAutomatically Assigned
EthernetAutomatically Assigned
*Located on the baseboard
Legend: D = Default, X = Fixed, O = Optional
NOTEThe IRQs for the Ethernet, Video, and USB are automatically assigned by the
BIOS Plug and Play logic. Local IRQs assigned during initialization can not be
used by external devices.
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Memory Map
The following table provides the common PC/AT memory allocations. Memory below 000500h is used by
the BIOS.
Table 3-2. Memory Map
Base AddressFunction
00000000h -0009FFFFhConventional Memory
000A0000h -000AFFFFhGraphics Memory
000B0000h -000B7FFFhMono Text Memory
000B8000h -000BFFFFhColor Text Memory
000C0000h -000CFFFFhStandard Video BIOS
000D0000h -000DFFFFhReserved for Extended BIOS
000E0000h -000EFFFFhExtended System BIOS Area
000F0000h -000FFFFFhSystem BIOS Area (Storage and RAM Shadowing)
Top 32, 64, or 128MB of
Physical Memory
FFE00000h -FFFFFFFFhSystem Flash
Shared memory of Integrated Graphics
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I/O Address Map
Table 3- 3 provides the I/O address map.
NOTETab le 3- 3 is only for reference. I/O addresses are tied to the specific legacy
Super I/O device residing on the baseboard. This table can be used with the
baseboard in ADLINK’s Quick Start Kit.
This section provides descriptions of interfaces within the COM Express A-B connector. The COM Express
connector interface comprises two identical 220-pin connectors (A-B and C-D). The COM Express A-B
connector provides the following features:
•LPC interface
•SATA interface
•USB 2.0 interface
•Power interface
•Power Management
•Video interfaces
•HD Audio interface
•Gigabit Ethernet interface
•I²C interface
•PCI Express
•SMBus
•GPIO
LPC Interface
The Express-IBR offers the LPC (Low Pin Count) bus through the Intel®BD82QM77 (PCH). Many devices
already exist for this Intel defined bus. The LPC bus corresponds approximately to a serialized ISA bus yet
with a significantly reduced number of signals. Because of the software compatibility to the ISA bus, I/O
extensions such as additional serial ports can be easily implemented on an application specific baseboard
using this bus.
SATA Interface
Four Serial ATA connections are provided through the Intel BD82QM77 (PCH). SATA is an enhancement of
parallel ATA therefore offering higher performance. As a result of this enhancement, the traditional
restrictions of parallel ATA are overcome with respect to speed and EMI. SATA starts with a transfer rate of
1.5 Gb/s and can be expanded up to 3Gb/s on all ports and up to 6 Gb/s on SATA0 and SATA1 in order to
accommodate future developments. SATA is completely protocol and software compatible to parallel ATA.
USB 2.0 Interface
The PCH offers four UHCI USB host controllers and two EHCI USB host controllers. These controllers
comply with USB standard 1.1 and 2.0 and offer a total of eight USB ports through connector A-B. All ports
are high-speed, full-speed, and low-speed capable. The port routing logic determines whether a USB port is
controlled by one of the UHCI controllers or by one of the EHCI controllers.
Power Interface
A 12V voltage rail on both A-B and C-D COM Express connectors accepts the voltages required for the
board. The RTC 3.3V battery feed and 5V standby functions draw power through the A-B connector.
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Power Management
The Express-IBR is ACPI 4.0a compliant. The board supports S0, S1, S3, S4, and S5 sleep states.
Video Interfaces
VGA
The Express-IBR graphics are driven by an Intel internal graphics interface which provides the interface for
an analog display. A 340-MHz integrated, 32-bit RAM-based, Digital-to-Analog Converter (RAMDAC)
converts up to 2048x1536 digital pixels at a maximum refresh rate of 75-Hz. Three 8-bit DACs provide
R, G, B signals to the monitor.
LVDS
The Intel BD82QM77 PCH provides direct LVDS output. The output is independent of other panel
interfaces. The LVDS interface will support 1 or 2 channels and can support four data pairs and one clock
pair of LVDS (18 or 24-bit) in each channel.
Audio Interface
The High Definition (HD) Audio controller resides in the PCH and communicates with external codec(s)
(such as audio and modem codecs) over the Intel HD Audio serial link. The PCH implements a single Serial
Data Output signal (AC/HDA_SDOUT) that is connected to all external codecs. Four Serial Digital Input
signals (AC/HDA_SDIN) support up to four codecs.
Ethernet Interface
The Express-IBR supports one Gigabit Ethernet interface, which can be enabled in BIOS Setup. The
Ethernet interface is implemented from the 82579LM Ethernet transceiver and occupies PCI Express port 8.
The Ethernet function supports multi-speed operation at 10/100/1000 Mbps and operates in full-duplex at all
supported speeds or half duplex at 10/100 Mbps while adhering to the IEEE 802.3x flow control
specification.
I²C™ Bus
The I²C bus is implemented through the use of the Atmel ATmega168 board controller. The board controller
provides a Fast Mode (400kHz max.) multi-master I²C bus that has maximum I²C bandwidth. Use the
ADLINK Intelligent Device Interface (AIDI) Library for access to the I²C bus. AIDI driver information is
available on the Express-IBR Product page at: http://www.adlinktech.com
AIDI User’s Manual describing how to use the I²C bus also reside in the Utilities tab of the Express-IBR
Product page.
PCI Express
The Express-IBR offers six (6) PCI Express x1 lanes (lanes 1-6) through the COM Express A-B connector
and one PCI Express x1 lane (lane 7) through the C-D connector. These lanes can be configured to support
PCI Express edge cards or ExpressCards. Each x1 lane supports up to 5 GT/s bandwidth in each direction.
Lanes 1-4 can be configured through the BIOS setup utility as four x1s or one x4 lane widths. Lanes 5-7
each can be independently enabled or disabled through the BIOS setup utility. The eighth x1 lane (lane 8) is
utilized by the on-board Gigabit Ethernet transceiver and is not available as a PCIe lane. The PCI Express
interface is based on the PCI Express Specification 2.0. The C-D connector also provides one PCIe x16
interface for a PCIe graphics (PEG) card or other PCIe expansion cards and can be configured using the onboard configuration switch (SW1).
™
. An AIDI demo program and the
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System Management Bus (SMBus)
The I/O Hub (PCH) contains an integrated SMBus controller with both a host and slave SMBus port; but the
host cannot access the slave internally. The slave port allows an external master access to the PCH through
the COM Express A-B connector. Table 3-4 lists the device names and corresponding reserved addresses on
the SMBus.
Table 3-4. SMBus Reserved Addresses
Component Address (binary)
SODIMM A1010,000x
SODIMM B1010,010x
Hardware Temp and Voltage Monitor1011,100x
GPIO Generator1000,000x
Clock Generator 1101,001x
(A0h hex)
b
(A4h hex)
b
(2Eh hex)
b
(40h hex)
b
(D2h hex)
b
GPIO
The Express-IBR provides GPIO (General Purpose I/O) pins for custom use through the COM Express A-B
connector. Use the ADLINK Intelligent Device Interface (AIDI) Library to configure the GPIO interface.
AIDI driver information is available on the Express-IBR Product page at: http://www.adlinktech.com
AIDI demo program and the AIDI User’s Manual describing how to use the GPIO pins also reside in the
Utilities tab of the Express-IBR Product page.
For more information about GPIO pin operation, refer to the PCA9535BS GPIO Generator datasheet. See
“References” on page 1 for a hyper link to the datasheet.
. An
Table 3- 5 provides the pin signals for the COM Express A-B connector (CN6).
Table 3-5. COM Express A-B Connector Signal Descriptions (CN6)
Pin #Row APin #Row B
A1GNDB1GND
A2GBE0_MDI3-B2GBE0_ACT# (PU 330E 3.3V)
A3GBE0_MDI3+B3LPC_FRAME#
A4GBE0_LINK100# (Ethernet Speed LED)B4LPC_AD0
A5GBE0_LINK1000# (Ethernet Speed LED)B5LPC_AD1
A6GBE0_MDI2-B6LPC_AD2
A7GBE0_MDI2+B7LPC_AD3
A8GBE0_LINK#B8LPC_DRQ0# (Int. PU 20k in PCH)
A9GBE0_MDI1-B9LPC_DRQ1# (Int. PU 20k in PCH)
A10GBE0_MDI1+B10LPC_CLK
A11GNDB11GND
A12GBE0_MDI0-B12PWRBTN# (PU 10k 3.3VStandby)
A13GBE0_MDI0+B13SMB_CK (PU 8.2k 3.3V Standby)
A14GBE0_CTREF B14SMB_DAT (PU 8.2k 3.3V Standby)
A15SUS_S3# B15SMB_ALERT# (PU 10k 3.3V Standby)
A16SATA0_TX+B16SATA1_TX+
A17SATA0_TX-B17SATA1_TX-
A18SUS_S4# B18SUS_STAT#
A19SATA0_RX+B19SATA1_RX+
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A20SATA0_RX-B20SATA1_RX-
A21GNDB21GND
A22SATA2_TX+ B22SATA3_TX+
A23SATA2_TX- B23SATA3_TX-
A24SUS_S5# B24PWR_OK (PU 10k 3.3V)
A25SATA2_RX+ B25SATA3_RX+
A26SATA2_RX- B26SATA3_RX-
A27BATLOW# (PU 8.2k 3.3V S5 Standby;
B27WDT
Int. PU 20k in PCH)
A28ATA_ACT# (PU 10k 3.3V)B28AC_SDIN2 (Int. PD 20k in PCH)
A29AC/HDA_SYNC (Int. PD 20k in PCH)B29AC_SDIN1 (Int. PD 20k in PCH)
A30AC/HDA_RST# B30AC_SDIN0 (Int. PD 20k in PCH)
A31GNDB31GND
A32AC/HDA_BITCLK B32SPKR (Int. PD 20k in PCH)
A33AC/HDA_SDOUT B33I2C_CK (PU 4.7k 3.3V)
A34BIOS_DISABLE# B34I2C_DAT (PU 4.7k 3.3V)
A35THRMTRIP# (PU 330R 3.3V)B35THRM#
A36USB6- (Int. PD 20k in PCH)B36USB7- (Int. PD 20k in PCH)
A37USB6+ (Int. PD 20k in PCH)B37USB7+ (Int. PD 20k in PCH)
The COM Express C-D connector is a 220-pin connector providing the following features:
•Digital Display Interface (DDI)
•PCI Express
•PCI Express Graphics (PEG) interface
•SDVO functionality
•USB 3.0
Digital Display Interface (DDI)
The Digital Display Interface resides in the PCH and is divided into three digital ports (B, C, D). Each of
these digital ports can be configured natively to drive HDMI and DisplayPort signals. Digital Port B can also
be configured to drive SDVO signals.
PCI Express
The Express-IBR offers six (6) PCI Express x1 lanes (lanes 1-6) through the COM Express A-B connector
and one PCI Express x1 lane (lane 7) through the C-D connector. These lanes can be configured to support
PCI Express edge cards or ExpressCards. Each x1 lane supports up to 5 GT/s bandwidth in each direction.
Lanes 1-4 can be configured through the BIOS setup utility as four x1s or one x4 lane widths. Lanes 5-7 can
be independently enabled or disabled through the BIOS setup utility. The eighth x1 lane (lane 8) is utilized
by the on-board Gigabit Ethernet transceiver and is not available as a PCIe lane. The PCI Express interface
is based on the PCI Express Specification 2.0. The C-D connector also provides one PCIe x16 interface for a
PCIe graphics (PEG) card or other PCIe expansion cards and can be configured using the on-board
configuration switch (SW1).
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PCI Express Graphics (PEG)
The Express-IBR supports the implementation of a PCIe x16 interface for an external high-performance PCI
Express Graphics card or other general purpose PCI Express devices. It supports a theoretical bandwidth of
up to 8GT/s and complies with the PCIe Gen3 standard. Each lane of the PEG interface consists of a receive
and transmit differential signal pair designated from PEG_RX0 (+ and -) to PEG_RX15 (+ and -) and
correspondingly from PEG_TX0 (+ and -) to PEG_TX15 (+ and -).
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SDVO
The PCH provides Serial Digital Video Output (SDVO) functionality and may be alternatively used for one
third party SDVO compliant device connected to Digital Port B of the PCH.
USB 3.0 Interface
The Express-IBR offers state-of-the-art USB 3.0 support through the PCH using a USB 3.0 xHCI host
controller. Features of the USB 3.0 interface include SuperSpeed, High-Speed, and Full-Speed signals, and
support for data transfers up to 5Gb/s. The USB 3.0 interface delivers the signals for four USB 3.0 ports,
ideal for HDTV, set-top box, and gaming console applications.
Table 3- 6 provides the pin signals for the COM Express C-D connector (CN7).
Table 3-6. COM Express C-D Connector Signal Descriptions (CN7)
Table 3-6. COM Express C-D Connector Signal Descriptions (CN7) (Continued)
C64RSVDD64RSVD
C65PEG_RX4+ D65PEG_TX4+
C66PEG_RX4- D66PEG_TX4-
C67RSVD D67GND
C68PEG_RX5+ D68PEG_TX5+
C69PEG_RX5- D69PEG_TX5-
C70GNDD70GND
C71PEG_RX6+ D71PEG_TX6+
C72PEG_RX6- D72PEG_TX6-
C73RSVDD73GND
C74PEG_RX7+ D74PEG_TX7+
C75PEG_RX7- D75PEG_TX7-
C76GNDD76GND
C77RSVD D77RSVD
C78PEG_RX8+ D78PEG_TX8+
C79PEG_RX8- D79PEG_TX8-
C80GNDD80GND
C81PEG_RX9+ D81PEG_TX9+
C82PEG_RX9- D82PEG_TX9-
C83RSVD D83RSVD
C84GNDD84GND
C85PEG_RX10+ D85PEG_TX10+
C86PEG_RX10- D86PEG_TX10-
C87GNDD87GND
C88PEG_RX11+ D88PEG_TX11+
C89PEG_RX11- D89PEG_TX11-
C90GNDD90GND
C91PEG_RX12+ D91PEG_TX12+
C92PEG_RX12- D92PEG_TX12-
C93GNDD93GND
C94PEG_RX13+ D94PEG_TX13+
C95PEG_RX13- D95PEG_TX13-
C96GNDD96GND
C97RSVD D97RSVD
C98PEG_RX14+ D98PEG_TX14+
C99PEG_RX14- D99PEG_TX14-
C100GNDD100GND
C101PEG_RX15+ D101PEG_TX15+
C102PEG_RX15- D102PEG_TX15-
C103GNDD103GND
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Table 3-6. COM Express C-D Connector Signal Descriptions (CN7) (Continued)
C104VCC_12VD104VCC_12V
C105VCC_12VD105VCC_12V
C106VCC_12VD106VCC_12V
C107VCC_12VD107VCC_12V
C108VCC_12VD108VCC_12V
C109VCC_12VD109VCC_12V
C110GNDD110GND
Miscellaneous
Watchdog Timer
The Watchdog Timer (WDT) restarts the system if a mishap occurs, ensuring proper start-up after the
interruption. Possible problems include failure to boot properly, the application software’s loss of control,
failure of an interface device, unexpected conditions on the bus, or other hardware or software malfunctions.
Use the ADLINK Intelligent Device Interface (AIDI) Library to configure the WDT interface. AIDI driver
information is available on the Express-IBR Product page at: http://www.adlinktech.com
program and the AIDI User’s Manual showing how to use the WDT function also reside in the Utilities tab
of the Express-IBR Product page.
The WDT (Watchdog Timer) can be used both during the boot process and during normal system operation.
. An AIDI demo
•During the Boot process – If the OS fails to boot in the time interval set in the BIOS, the system will
reset.
Enable the WDT in the Custom Configuration Screen of BIOS Setup. Set the WDT for a time-out
interval in seconds, between 1 and 255, in one second increments. Ensure you allow enough time for the
boot process to complete and for the OS to boot. The OS or application must tickle the WDT as soon as
it comes up. This can be done by accessing the hardware directly or through a BIOS call.
•During System Operation – The user can set up the WDT hardware through a BIOS call or by accessing
the hardware directly using the AIDI Library. The BIOS call must tickle the WDT in the time set when
the WDT is initialized or the system will be reset.
•Watchdog Code example – ADLINK provides a source code example (AIDI demo program) on the
Express-IBR Product page of the web site illustrating how to control the WDT. The code example can
be easily copied to your development environment to compile and test or make any desired changes
before compiling.
TPM (Trusted Platform Module)
The Express-IBR provides a hardware chip called a Trusted Platform Module which is dedicated for security
functions. Trusted Computing is an industry standard created for personal computer security. The BIOS
allows you to enable or disable the TPM.
Hardware Voltage and Temperature Monitor
The Express-IBR provides a hardware monitor to ensure the health of your embedded system with built-in
support for monitoring and control of system temperatures, fan speeds, and critical module voltage levels.
The AIDI Library provides simple APIs at the application level to support these functions and adds alarm
functions when voltage or temperature levels exceed the upper or lower limits set by the user. AIDI driver
information for the Express-IBR is available on the Express-IBR Product page at:
http://www.adlinktech.com
Hardware Monitor also reside in the Utilities tab of the Express-IBR Product page.
. An AIDI demo program and the AIDI User’s Manual showing how to use the
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Standard DB9 Serial
Port Connector (Female)
Rear View
5
4
3
2
1
9
8
7
6
Express-IBR_hotcable
System Fan
Table 3- 7 lists the pin signals of the System Fan interface, which provides a 3-pin, single-row header with
0.049" (1.25mm) pitch.
Table 3-7. Optional System Fan (FAN1)
Pin #SignalDescription
1HWM_PWM2Modulation – This signal controls the fan speed
2
3
VCC+5.0/12.0 volts DC +/- 5%
HWM_TACH2 Fan Tachometer – This signal monitors the fan speed
Note: The shaded table cell denotes power or ground.
Serial Console
The Express-IBR supports the serial console (or console redirection) feature. This I/O function is provided
by an ANSI-compatible serial terminal, or the equivalent terminal emulation software running on another
system. This can be very useful when setting up the BIOS on a production line for systems that are not
connected to a keyboard and display.
Serial Console Setup
The serial console feature is implemented by connecting a standard null modem cable or a modified serial
cable (or “Hot Cable”) between one of the serial ports on the baseboard, such as COM 1, and the serial
terminal or a PC with communications software. The BIOS Setup Utility controls the serial console settings
on the Express-IBR. Refer to Chapter 4, BIOS Setup for the settings of the serial console option, the serial
terminal, or PC with communications software, and the connection procedure.
Hot (Serial) Cable
To convert a standard serial cable to a Hot Cable, certain pins must be shorted together at the serial port
(DB9) connector. For example, short together pins 7 (RTS) and 9 (RI) on COM port 1 (DB9) connector as
shown in Figure 3-1.
Figure 3-1. Hot Cable Jumper
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Chapter 4BIOS Setup
Introduction
This section assumes the user is familiar with general BIOS Setup and does not attempt to describe the BIOS
functions. Refer to BIOS Setup Menus in this chapter for a map of the BIOS Setup settings. If ADLINK has
added to or modified any of the standard BIOS functions, these functions will be described.
Entering BIOS Setup (Local Video Display)
To enter BIOS Setup using a local video display for the Express-IBR:
1.Turn on the display and the power supply to the Express-IBR.
2.Start Setup by pressing the [Delete] or [F2] keys (F2 allows you to load previous settings), when the
following message appears on the boot screen.
Press <Delete> to run SETUP
3.Follow the instructions on the right side of each screen to navigate through the selections and modify
any settings.
Entering BIOS Setup (Serial Port Console)
This section describes how to enter the BIOS setup through a remote serial terminal or PC.
1.Turn on the power supply to the Express-IBR and enter the BIOS Setup Utility using a local video
display.
2.Ensure the BIOS feature Serial Port Console Redirection is set to [Enabled] for COM 1 under the Advanced menu.
3.Accept the default options or make your own selections for the balance of the Console Redirection
fields and record your settings.
4.Ensure you select the type of remote serial terminal you will be using and record your selection.
5.Select Save Changes and Exit and then shut down the Express-IBR.
6.Connect the remote serial terminal (or the PC with communications software) to the COM 1 serial port
on the Express-IBR baseboard using a standard null modem cable or modified serial cable.
7.Turn on the remote serial terminal or PC and set it to the settings you selected earlier in the procedure.
The default settings for the Express-IBR are:
VT100+
115200 bits per second
8 data bits
no parity (none)
1 stop bit
no flow control (none)
Enabled VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support
Disabled Recorder Mode
Disabled Resolution 100x31
[80x24] for Legacy OS Redirection
8.Restore power to the Express-IBR.
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9.Press the <F2> or <Delete> keys to enter Setup.
10. Use the <Enter> key to select the screen menus listed in the Opening BIOS screen.
NOTEThe serial console port is not hardware protected. Diagnostic software that
probes hardware addresses may cause a loss or failure of the serial console
functions.
OEM Logo Screen (Splash Screen)
The Express-IBR BIOS supports a graphical logo screen, which can be customized by the user (with
assistance by an ADLINK Sales Representative) and displayed when enabled through the BIOS Setup
Utility. The graphical image can be a company logo or any custom image the user wants to display during
the POST process.
NOTEThe Quiet Boot feature must be set to Enabled in the Boot settings of BIOS Setup for
the system to recognize the OEM Logo Screen.
Logo Image Requirements
Please contact your ADLINK Sales Representative for more information on OEM Logo Screen
requirements.
BIOS Setup Menus
This section provides illustrations of the six main setup screens in the Express-IBR BIOS Setup Utility.
Below each illustration is a bullet list of the screen’s submenus and setting selections. The setting selections
are presented in brackets after each submenu or menu item, and the optimal default settings are presented in
bold. For more detailed definitions of the BIOS settings, refer to the AMI Aptio TSE User Manual:
http://www.ami.com/support/doc/AMI_TSE_User_Manual_PUB.pdf
Table 4-1. BIOS Setup Menus
BIOS Setup Utility MenuItem/Topic
Main BIOS, Memory, and Board information, System Language, Date, and
Spectrum, Delay Before PCI Enumeration, ACPI, Trusted Computing,
CPU, SATA, Intel TXT(LT), PCH-FW, Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology,
AMT, USB, Hardware Monitor, Super IO, Serial Port Console, and
CPU PPM settings
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 20XX American Megatrends. Inc.
System Date (day of week, mm:dd:yyyy) – This field requires the alpha-numeric entry of the day of
week, day of the month, calendar month, and all 4 digits of the year, indicating the century plus
year (Fri XX/XX/20XX).
System Time (hh:mm:ss) – This is a 24-hour clock setting in hours, minutes, and seconds.
BIOS Advanced Setup Screen
•Legacy OpROM Support
Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled; Enabled]
Launch Storage OpROM [Disabled; Enabled]
Clock Spread Spectrum [Disabled; Enabled]
Delay before PCI enumeration [0]
•ACPI Settings
ACPI Sleep State [S1 (CPU Stop Clock); S3 (Suspend to RAM)]
Emulation AT/ATX [Emulation AT; ATX]
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Figure 4-2. BIOS Advanced Setup Screen
Chapter 4BIOS Setup
•Trusted Computing
TPM SUPPORT [Disabled; Enabled]
Current TPM Status Information [depends on board model]
•Device Mode [Standard Serial Port Mode
IrDA Active pulse 1.6 uS
IrDA Active pulse 3/16 bit time
ASK-IR Inverting IRTX, Routed to IRRX
ASK-IR Inverting IRTX 500KHz, Routed to IRRX
ASK-IR Inverting IRTX, Demodulation to IRRX
ASK-IR Inverting IRTX 500KHz, Demodulation to IRRX
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•Serial Port Console Redirection
COM1
•Console Redirection [Disabled; Enabled]
•Console Redirection Settings
- Terminal Type [VT100; VT100+; VT-UTF8; ANSI]
- Bits per second [9600; 19200; 38400; 57600; 115200]
If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set,
then this only limits access to Setup and is
only asked for when entering Setup.
If ONLY the User’s password is set, then this
is a power on password and must be entered to
boot or enter Setup. In Setup the User will
have Administrator rights.
The password length must be
in the following range:
Minimum length 3
Maximum length 20
Version X.XX.XXXX. Copyright (C) 20XX American Megatrends, Inc.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 20XX American Megatrends. Inc.
BIOS Save & Exit Setup Screen
Save Changes and Exit
•Save configuration and exit? [Ye s ; No]
Discard Changes and Exit
•Quit without saving? [Ye s ; No]
Save Changes and Reset
•Save configuration and reset? [Ye s ; No]
Discard Changes and Reset
Figure 4-6. BIOS Save & Exit Setup Screen
•Reset without saving? [Ye s ; No]
•Save Options
Save Changes
•Save configuration [Ye s ; No]
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Discard Changes
•Load Previous Values [Ye s ; No]
Restore Defaults
•Load Optimized Defaults [Ye s ; No]
Chapter 4BIOS Setup
Save as User Defaults
•Save configuration? [Ye s ; No]
Restore User Defaults
•Restore User Defaults? [Ye s ; No]
•Boot Override
UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell
•Save configuration and reset? [Ye s ; No]
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Appendix ATechnical Support
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
ᄅקؑխࡉ৬ԫሁ 166 ᇆ 9 ᑔ
Tel: +886-2-8226-5877
Fax: +886-2-8226-5717
Email: service@adlinktech.com
Ampro ADLINK Technology, Inc.
Address: 5215 Hellyer Avenue, #110, San Jose, CA 95138, USA
Tel: +1-408-360-0200
Toll Free: +1-800-966-5200 (USA only)
Fax: +1-408-360-0222
Email: info@adlinktech.com
ADLINK Technology (China) Co., Ltd.
Address: Ϟ⍋Ꮦ⌺ϰᮄᓴ∳催⾥ᡔು㢇䏃 300 ো(201203)
300 Fang Chun Rd., Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park,
Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 201203 China
Tel: +86-21-5132-8988
Fax: +86-21-5132-3588
Email: market@adlinktech.com
ADLINK Technology, Inc. provides a number of methods for contacting Technical Support listed in the
Table A- 1 below. Requests for support through the Ask an Expert are given the highest priority, and usually
will be addressed within one working day.
•ADLINK Ask an Expert – This is a comprehensive support center designed to meet all your technical
needs. This service is free and available 24 hours a day through the Ampro By ADLINK web page at
http://www.adlinktech.com/AAE/
which will help you with the common information requested by most customers. This is a good source
of information to look at first for your technical solutions. However, you must register online if you
wish to use the Ask a Question feature.
ADLINK strongly suggests that you register with the web site. By creating a profile on the ADLINK
web site, you will have a portal page called “My ADLINK” unique to you with access to exclusive
services and account information.
•Personal Assistance – You may also request personal assistance by creating an Ask an Expert account
and then going to the Ask a Question feature. Requests can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You will receive immediate confirmation that your request has been entered. Once you have submitted
your request, you must log in to go to the My Question area where you can check status, update your
request, and access other features.
•Download Service – This service is also free and available 24 hours a day at
http://www.adlinktech.com
register online before you can log in to this service.
. This includes a searchable database of Frequently Asked Questions,
. For certain downloads such as technical documents and software, you must
Table A-1. Technical Support Contact Information
MethodContact Information
Ask an Experthttp://www.adlinktech.com/AAE/
Web Sitehttp://www.adlinktech.com
Standard Mail
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Appendix ATechnical Support
ADLINK Technology Beijing
Address: ࣫ҀᏖ⍋⎔Ϟഄϰ䏃 1 োⲜ߯ࡼ E ᑻ 801 ᅸ(100085)
Rm. 801, Power Creative E, No. 1, B/D
Shang Di East Rd., Beijing, 100085 China
Tel: +86-10-5885-8666
Fax: +86-10-5885-8625
Email: market@adlinktech.com
ADLINK Technology Shenzhen
Address: ⏅ഇᏖቅ⾥ᡔು催ᮄϗ䘧᭄ᄫᡔᴃು
A1 2 ὐ C (518057)
2F, C Block, Bldg. A1, Cyber-Tech Zone, Gao Xin Ave. Sec. 7,
High-Tech Industrial Park S., Shenzhen, 518054 China
Tel: +86-755-2643-4858
Fax: +86-755-2664-6353
Email: market@adlinktech.com
specification reference
communications software, serial
Compact form factor
components (ICs)
connectors, headers, and sockets
console redirection
cooling solutions
Core i CPU
description
model descriptions
specification reference
CPU description
current measurements