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Using this Manual
Audience and Scope
The M-342 User’s Manual is intended for hardware technicians
and systems operators with knowledge of installing, configuring
and operating industrial grade systems.
Manual Organization
This manual is organized as follows:
Preface: Presents important copyright notifications, disclaimers,
trademarks, and associated information on the proper under st anding and usage of this document and its associated product(s).
Chapter 1, Introduction: Introduces the M-342, its features,
applications, and specifications, including functional descriptions
and board layout.
Chapter 2, Hardware Information: Provides technical information on connectors and jumpers for configuring the M-342.
Chapter 3, Getting Started: Illustrates how to install components
on the M-342 such as CPU, heatsink, and memory modules.
Chapter 4, Driver Installation: Provides information on how to
install the M-342 device drivers.
Chapter 5, BIOS Setup: Describes basic navigation for the AMI
EFI BIOS setup utility.
Appendix A, Watchdog Timer: Presents information on implementing the watchdog timer.
Appendix B, System Resources: Presents information on I/O
mapping, IRQ routing, and resource allocation.
Important Safety Instructions: Presents safety instructions all
users must follow for the proper setup, installation and usage of
equipment and/or software.
Getting Service: Contact information for ADLINK’s worldwide
offices.
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Conventions
Take note of the following conventions used throughout this
manual to make sure that users perform certain tasks and
instructions properly.
Additional information, aids, and tips that help users perform
tasks.
NOTE:
NOTE:
Information to prevent minor physical injury, component damage, data loss, and/or program corruption when trying to com-
CAUTION:
WARNING:
plete a task.
Information to prevent serious physical injury, component
damage, data loss, and/or program corruption when trying to
complete a specific task.
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Table of Contents
Revision History...................................................................... ii
Preface.................................................................................... iii
List of Figures........................................................................ xi
List of Tables........................................................................ xiii
The ADLINK M-342 is an ATX industrial motherboard supporting
the 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 and Pentium®
processors in LGA1155 package to deliver a scalable high
performance platform for a wide array of industrial applications.
The M-342 supports 32nm process CPUs at up to 3.4 GHz with
integrated graphics and memory controllers, Direct Media
Interface (DMI) and Flexible Display Interface (FDI) connectivity to
the Intel® Q67 Express Chipset. Dual-channel DDR3
1066/1333 MHz memory is supported up to a maximum of 16 GB
in four DIMM slots.
These advanced features, coupled with integrated graphics, one
PCI Express x16 slot, one PCI Express x4 slot, five PCI slots, dua l
PCI Express-based Gigabit Ethernet, SATA 6 Gb/s dual HDMI
ports and audio interfaces make the M-342 ideal for vision and
automation control, medical, test & measurement, and telecom
applications requiring a high-performance, easy-to-deploy and
reliable mainboard.
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1.2Features
X ATX form factor (305 mm x 244 mm)
X Supports Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 and Pentium® processors in
LGA1155 package
X Integrated Intel® HD Graphics
X One PCIe x16 slot, one PCIe x4 slot, five PCI slots
X Dual Gigabit Ethernet
X 12x USB 2.0 ports (8x onboard, 4x on faceplate)
X 2x SATA 6 Gb/s ports, 4x SATA 3 Gb/s ports
X VGA, DVI-D, 2x HDMI Type A ports
X 5x RS-232 + 1x RS-232/422/485
X Watchdog Timer, Hardware Moni tor
X Realtek ALC892 HD audio codec
X Parallel Port
X 2x Mini-DIN for PS/2 keyboard/mouse
X RoHS compliant
Four 240-pin DIMM sockets support dual-channel
1066/1333 MHz DDR3 (up to 16GB)
Realtek ALC892 HD codec
Supports line-in, line-out and mic-in
1-255 second or 1-255 minute programmable and can
generate system reset.
CPU/System temperature, fan speed and onboard DC
voltage
• Windows XP, 7 32/64-bit
• Fedora 14
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5
I/O Interfaces
• 4x SATA 3 Gb/s ports
• Supports RAID 0/1/5/10
• 5 x RS-232 + 1x RS-232/422/485 (COM6)
• 1 x para llel port
• 1x front panel pin header
• 4x USB 2.0 ports
• 1 x VGA connector
• 1x DVI-D port
• 2x HDMI Type A ports
• 2x PS2 keyboard/mouse ports
• 3x audio jacks (line-in, line-out and mic-in)
• 1x PCIe x4 slot
• 5x PCI slots
Table 1-1: M-342 General Specifications
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Display
GraphicsIntegrated Intel® HD Graphics
VGADsub-15 connector, up to 2048x1536 @ 75 Hz
DVI-DDVI-D connector, up to 1920x 1200 @ 60 Hz
HDMIHDMI Type A connector, up to 1920x 1200 @ 60 Hz
Ethernet
• Dua l Gigabit Ethernet (Intel® 82579LM Gigabit
Ethernet PHY, Intel® 82574L Gigabit Ethernet
Controller
PortsTwo RJ-45 Ethernet ports
Form FactorATX Industrial Motherboard
Dimensions305 mm x 244 mm (L x W)
Operating Temp. 0ºC to 60ºC
Storage Temp.-20ºC to 80ºC
Rel. Humidity10% to 90% no n-condensing
SafetyCE, FCC Class A
Controller)
• Supports Preboot Execution Environment (PXE),
Wake-On-LAN, and Intel® AMT 7.0 on LAN1
(82579LM)
Mechanical and Environment
T able 1-1: M-342 General Specifications
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1.4Block Diagram
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PCIe x16
Gen2, 5GT/s
VGA
HDMI
HDMI
DVI
SATA
(2x 6 Gb/s, 4x 3 Gb/s)
USB 2.0
(4x rear, 8x internal)
RS-232 x3
(COM3-5)
RS-232/422/485(+)
(COM6)
PCIe x16
DDPC
DDPC
DDPC
LPC to UART
F81216DG
DMI
SATA
USB 2.0
LPC
Super I/O
NCT6776F
Core™ i7/i5/i3
quad/dual cores
32nm process
LGA1155 package
Intel® Q67 PCH
HD
Codec
SPI
FDI
PCIe
Controller
PCI
Controller
DDR Channel A
DDR3 1066/1333 MHz
DDR Channel B
PCIe x1
PCIe x1
PCIe x4
PCI Bus
Audio
ALC892
SPI BIOS
DIMM X4
Intel 82579LM
RJ-45 (LAN1)
Intel 82574L
RJ-45 (LAN2)
PCIe x4 slot
5x PCI slot
Parallel Port
KB/MS
RS-232 x2
(COM1-2)
Hardware
Monitor
Figure 1-1: M-342 Block Diagram
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1.5Functional Description
Processor Support
The M-342 is an industrial mother bo a rd su pp or tin g t he 2n d ge ne r ation Intel® Core™ processor family (Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3) in
LGA1155 socket. An integrated memory controller supports dual
channel 1066/1333 MHz DDR3 and Intel® HD Graphics is integrated onboard the CPU. The CPU provides a PCI Express x16
for external graphics or expansion. Direct Media Interface (DMI)
and Flexible Display Interface (FDI) provide connectivity to the
Intel® Q67 Express Chipset.
Intel® Q67 Express Chipset
The Intel® BD82Q67 Platform Controller Hub (PCH) combines
with the processor to provide a compact yet powerful 2-chip solution. Direct Media Interface (DMI) is the chip-to-chip connection
between the processor and PCH. Intel® Flexible Display Interface
carries display traffic from the integrated graphics in the processor
to the legacy display connectors in the PCH. The PCH supports all
other required interfaces including PCI Express, SATA 6 Gb/s,
USB 2.0, PCI, LPC, and SPI.
Dual-Channel DDR3 Memory
To meet the requirements of memory-intensive applications, the
M-342 has a dual-channel memory architecture supporting DDR3
1066/1333 MHz DIMMs. The key advantages of DDR3 are the
higher bandwidth and the increase in performance at lower power
than DDR2. DDR3 memory technology meets the requirements of
the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and network application, and
boosts system performance by eliminating bottlenecks.
Gigabit Ethernet
The M-342 utilizes an Intel® 82579LM Gigabit Ethernet PHY and
Intel® 82574L Gigabit Ethernet Controller connected to the PCI-E
bus of the Q67 PCH. Intel® AMT 7.0 (82579LM on LAN1),
Wake-on-LAN and PXE are supported.
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Serial ATA
The M-342 provides two SATA 6 GB/s ports and four SATA
3 GB/s ports. Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports AHCI
and RAID 0/1/5/10 functionality.
Hardware monitoring
A built-in, proactive hardware monitoring system in the Super I/O
monitors the CPU temperature, system fan speed, and voltage
levels to prevent overheating and/or component damage, effect
timely failure detection, and ensure stable supply of current for
critical components.
Watchdog Timer
The watchdog timer (WDT) monitors system operations based on
user-defined configurations. The WDT can be programmed for different time-out periods, such as from 1 to 255 seconds or from 1 to
255 minutes. The WDT generates a reset signal, then a reset
request, after failure to strobe it within the programmed time
period. A register bit may be enabled to indicate if the watchdog
timer caused the reset event. The WDT register is cleared during
the power-on sequence to enable the operating system to take
appropriate action when the watchdog generates a reboot.
Intel® Active Management Technology
Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT) is hardware-based technology for remotely managing and securing PCs
out-of-band. Intel® AMT includes hardware-based remote management, security, power-management, and remote-configuration
features. Intel® AMT allows remote access to a system when traditional techniques and methods are not available.
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1.6Power Consumption
T e st Con f ig uration
Memory
GraphicsIntel® Graphics Media Accelerator HD (integrated)
StorageWD WD1002FAEX SATA 3 Gb/s 1TB
Power SupplyFSP46060PLN 460W
Table 1-5: Core™ i7-2600 Processor Power Consumption
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1.7Mechanical Drawings
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Dimensions in mm
Figure 1-2: M-342 Board Dimensions
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1.8Package Contents
Before unpacking, check the shipping carton for any damage. If
the shipping carton and/or contents are damaged, inform your
dealer immediately. Retain the shipping carton and packing
materials for inspection. Obtain authorization from the dealer
before returning any product to ADLINK.
X M-342 ATX Industrial Motherboard
X I/O shield
X SATA cable x2
X 2-port COM cable x1
X Driver CD
X Quick Installation Guide
The M-342 must be protected from static discharge and physical
shock. Never remove any of the socketed parts except at a
WARNING:
static-free workstation. Use the anti-static bag shipped with the
product to handle the board. Wear a grounded wrist strap when
installing and/or servicing.
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2Hardware Information
2.1Rear I/O Connectors
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KB/MS
DVI-D
VGA
Figure 2-1: M-342 Rear I/O Layout
PS/2 Mouse Port (green)
Pin #SignalFunction
1MSDATAMouse Data
2NCnot connected
3GNDGround
4+5VPower
5CLKClock
6NCnot connected
PS/2 Keyboard Port (purple)
Pin #SignalFunction
1KBDATAKeyboard Data
2NCnot connected
3GNDGround
4+5VPower
5CLKClock
6NCnot connected
The three-jack audio I/O supports Line-In, Line-Out, and Mic-In
functions. The blue Line-In jack onnects to an audio source such
as a CD player. The green Line-Out port connects to a speaker or
headphone, while the pink Mic-In jack connects to a microphone.
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2.2Board Layout
ATX12V1
PCIEX16_1
PCI1
PCI2
PCI3
AAFP1
PCI4
PCI5
PCIEX4_1
CPU_FAN
JLPC
DIMMA1
SPI
PSON1
USB56 USB78
USB910 USB1112
DIMMA2
CLCMOS
DIMMB2
DIMMB1
EATXPWR1 LPT1
SATA1
SATA2
SYS_FAN
SATA3
SATA4
SATA5
SATA6
ʳ
JP1 JP2 JP3 COM6 COM5 COM4 COM3 COM2 COM1 F_PANEL
Figure 2-2: M-342 Board Layout
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AAFP1Front Panel Audio Header
ATX12V1ATX 12V Power Connector
DIMM_A1/A2240-pin DIMM slots (Channel A)
DIMM_B1/B2240-pin DIMM slots (Channel B)
EA TXPWR1ATX Power Connector
CLCMOSClear CMOS Jumper
COM1~6Serial Port Connectors 1~6
CPU_FANCPU Fan Connector
F_PANELSystem Panel Pin Header
JLPCLPC Pin Header
JP1~3COM6 Mode Jumpers
LPT1Printer Port Connector
PCIEX4_1PCI Express x4 slot
PCIEX16_1PCI Express x16 slot
PCI1~5PCI slots
PSON1AT/ATX Mode Jumper
SATA1~2SATA 6 Gb/s Connector
SATA3~6SATA 3 Gb/s Connector
SPISPI Pin Header
SYS _FANSystem Fan Connector
USB56/78/910/1112USB 2.0 Pin Headers
1DCDData Carrier Detect
2DSRData Set Ready
3RXDReceive Data
4RTSRequest to Send
5TXDTransmit Data
6CTSClear to Send
7DTRData Terminal Ready
8RIRing Indicate
9GNDGround
1Line Printer Strobe2Auto-Feed
3Parallel Data 04Error
5Parallel Data 16Initialize
7Parallel Data 28Select
9Parallel Data 310Ground
11Parallel Data 412Ground
13Parallel Data 514G round
15Parallel Data 616G round
17Parallel Data 718G round
19Acknowledge20Ground
21Busy22Ground
23Paper Empty24Ground
25Select26NC
SATA Connectors (SATA1~6)
Pin #Signal
1GND
2TXP
3TXN
4GND
5RXN
6RXP
7GND
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7
SATA1~2 are 6 Gb/s ports, SATA3~6 are 3 Gb/s ports.
The CMOS RAM data contains the date / time and BIOS setting
information. CMOS is powered by the onboard button cell battery.
To erase the CMOS RAM data:
1. Power down and disconnect power from the system.
2. Short pins 2-3 on JP 1.
3. Reconnect power and power up the system.
4. After power up, remove the jumper cap from pins 2-3
and reinstall it to pins 1-2.
RTC statusConnectionCLCMOS
Normal1 – 2
Clear CMOS2 – 3
COM6 Mode Jumper Settings (JP1~3)
Short the jumper pins according to the following settings to set
COM6 to RS-232/422/485 mode:
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JP11-3, 2-43-5, 4-63-5, 4-6
15
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JP21-23-45-6
JP31-3, 2-43-5, 4-63-5, 4-6
RS-232RS-422RS-485
AT/ATX Mode Jumper (PSON1)
Pin #Signal
1PSON_AT
2FRP_PANSWUN
3NC
StatusConnectionJCLRT_C2
AT Mode1 – 2
A TX Mo de2 – 3 (default)
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3Getting Started
This chapter provides information on how to in stall components on
the M-342 motherboard.
3.1Installing the CPU
The M-342 supports an Intel® Core™ i7/ i 5/ i3 o r P en ti u m® processor in an LGA1155 socket.
Disconnect all power to the board before
installing a CPU to prevent damaging the
WARNING:
To install the CPU:
1. Press down on the locking arm (A), then push it away from
board and CPU.
Do not touch socket contacts. Damaging the
contacts voids the product warranty. Follow
the installation instructions carefully to avoid
damaging the board components.
the socket to disengage it from the retention tab (B).
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B
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2. Raise the locking arm to unlock the load plate.
3. Lift the load plate to uncover the socket.
4. Remove the plastic protective cover from the socket.
Note the locations of the alignment keys (A) and Pin 1
indicator (B).
B
A
Do NOT touch socket contacts.
WARNING:
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5. Hold the CPU using thumb and forefinger as shown.
Position the CPU over the socket, matching the notches
on the sides of the CPU with the alignment keys on the
socket (A). The golden triangle on the CPU must be
positioned at the corner of the socket with the Pin 1 indicator as shown (B).
AB
The CPU fits into the socket in only one orientation. DO NOT
force it into the socket to avoid causing damage.
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6. Carefully place the CPU into the socket vertically. The
socket has cutouts for your fingers to fit into.
Cutouts
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7. Gently lower the load plate. Make sure the front edge of the
plate is under the screw as indicated.
8. Lower the locking arm and fasten it to the retention tab (A).
The load plate should be locked underneath the screw as
shown (B).
B
A
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3.2Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink
The CPU requires a chassis with an airflow inlet and maximum
internal ambient temperature of 50° C. A especially-designed
CAUTION:
When the CPU fan installation procedures presented here are
inconsistent with the installation procedures you obtained from the
CPU fan and heatsink package, follow the latter.
To install the CPU fan:
CPU fan and heatsink must be installed before using the motherboard. Failure to install a CPU fan and heatsink may damage
the system host board and/or the CPU.
1. Apply thermal grease evenly on top of the installed CPU.
2. Lower the CPU fan to the CPU, then secure it using the
provided attachments or screws.
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on
the motherboard labeled FA N1 (see “Onboard Connectors & Jumpers” on page 19).
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3.3Installing Memory Modules
The M-342 supports up to 16 GB of DDR3 1066/1333 MHz
memory modules in four DIMM sockets. A DDR3 module has a
240-pin footprint compared to the legacy 184-pin DDR DIMM.
DDR3 modules are notched to facilitate correct installation in the
DIMM sockets and prevent installation of DDR2 or DDR modules.
Disconnect all power to the board before installing a memory
module to prevent damaging the board and memory module .
WARNING:
Memory Configuration Options
The M-342 supports 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC
DDR3 DIMMs in the following configurations:
X Channel A: DIMM1
Channel B: DIMM2
X For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory
module installed per channel must be the same
(DIMM1 = DIMM2).
X It is recommended that you install DIMMs with the same
CAS latency. For maximum compatibility, install memory
modules with the same brand, model, and/or rating.
To install a memory module:
1. Locate the DIMM sockets on the motherboard.
2. Press the socket’s retaining clips outward to unlock.
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3. Align the memory module on the socket making sure
that the notch matches the break on the socket.
Notch
Break
4. Insert the module firmly into the slot until the retaining
clips snap back inwards and the module is securely
seated.
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4Driver Installation
This chapter provides information on how to install the M-342
device drivers under Windows XP. The device drivers are located
in the following ADLINK All-in-One CD directories:
Follow the instructions below to install the required M-342 drivers:
1. Install the Windows operating system before installing any
driver. Most standard I/O device drivers are installed during
Windows installation.
In order to enable AHCI mode, you must pre-install the Intel®
Rapid Storage Technology driver using the F6 installation
NOTE:
NOTE:
method described in F6Readme.txt. that can be found here:
X:\RAID\Floppy Raid Driver For Win XP 32bits.zip.
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2. Install the Chipset driver by running the program
infinst_autol.exe in X:\CHIP\Chipset driv-er_intel_INF
_Update_Utility_All_WinOS.zip. Follow the instructions
given and reboot when instructed.
3. Install the Display driver and utilities by running the program
Setup.exe in X:\VGA\VGA_driver_intel_Integrated
_Graphic_Windows XP_32bit.zip. Follow the instructions
given and reboot when instructed.
4. Install the Ethernet driver by running the program
PROWIn32.exe in X:\LAN\Network_driver_Intel_Network
_Adapter for window XP 32-bit.zip. Follow the instructions
given and reboot if required.
5. Install the Audio driver by running the program WDM_R257.exe
in X:\AUDIO\Audio_driver_Realtek_Windows XP.zip. Follow
the instructions given and reboot if required.
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6. Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Utility by extracting
and running the program iata_cd.exe in X:\RAID\Intel RST Driver.zip.
7. Install the Management Engine driver by running the pro-
gram Setup.exe in X:\ME\Intel Management Engine Driver.zip. Follow the instructions given and reboot if
required.
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5BIOS Setup
The following chapter describes basic navigation for the
AMIBIOS® EFI BIOS setup utility .
5.1Starting 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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5.2Main 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 & Board Info
BIOS Vendor
Displays the BIOS vendor.
Core Version
Displays the BIOS core version.
Compliancy
Displays the current BIOS compliancy.
Project Version
Displays the current BIOS revision.
Build Date and Time
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Displays the BIOS build data.
System Time/System Date
Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date using the < Arrow > keys. En ter 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.
Access Level
Displays the current system access level.
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5.3Advanced 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, such a s SuperIO Conf iguration, 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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5.3.1PCI Subsystem Settings
PCI ROM Priority
In case of multiple Option ROMs (Legacy and EFI Compatible),
specifies what PCI Option ROM to launch. Options: Legacy
ROM, EFI Compatible ROM.
PCI Latency Timer
Value to be programmed into PCI Latency Timer Register.
Options:, 32 PCI Bus Clocks , 64 PCI Bus Clocks, 96 PCI Bus
Clocks, 128 PCI Bus Clocks, 160 PCI Bus Clocks, 192 PCI Bus
Clocks, 224 PCI Bus Clocks, 248 PCI Bus Clocks.
If Enabled allows device to use 8-bit Tag field as a requester.
Options: Disabled, Enabled.
No Snoop
Enable or Disable PCI Express Device No Snoop option.
Options: Disabled, Enabled.
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Maximum Payload
Set Maximum Payload of PCI Express Device or allow System
BIOS to select the value. Options: Auto, 128 Bytes, 256 Bytes,
512 Bytes, 1024 Bytes, 2048 Bytes, 4096 Bytes.
Maximum Read Request
Set Maximum Read Request Size of PCI Express Device or
allow System BIOS to select the value. Options: Auto, 128
Bytes, 256 Bytes, 512 Bytes, 1024 Bytes, 2048 Bytes, 4096
Bytes.
ASPM Support
Set the ASPM Level: Force L0s - Force all links to L0s State.
Options: Disabled, Auto, Force L0s.
Extended Synch
If Enabled allows generation of Extended Synchronization patterns. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
Link Training Retry
Defines number of Retry Attempts software will take to retrain
the link if previous training attempt was unsuccessful. Options:
Disabled, 2, 3, 5.
Link Training Timeout (us)
Defines number of microseconds software will wait before polling 'Link Training' bit in Link Status register. Value range from 1
to 100 uS.
Unpopulated Links
In order to save power, software will disable unpopulated PCI
Express links, if this option set to 'disable Link'. Options: Keep
Link ON, Disable Link.
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PCI Express Gen2 Settings
Completion Timeout
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In device functions that support Com pletion Timeout programmability, allows system software to modify the Completion
Timeout value (Default: 50us to 50ms). If 'Shorter' is selected,
software will use shorter timeout ranges supported by hardware. If 'Longer' is selected, software will use software will use
longer timeout ranges supported by hardware. Options:
Default, Shorter, Longer, Disabled.
ARI Forwarding
If supported by hardware and set to "Enable", the Downstream
Port disables its traditional Device Number field being 0
enforcement when turning a Type1 Configuration Request into
a Type0 Configuration Request, permitting access to be
extended immediately below the Port. Options: Disabled,
Enabled.
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Atomic0p Requester Enable
If supported by hardware and set to "Enable", this fun ction initiates Atomic0p Requests only if the Bus Master Enable bit is in
the Command Register Set. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
Atomic0p Egress Blocking
If supported by hardware and set to "Enable", outbound
Atomic0p Requests via Egress Ports will be blocked.
Options:Disabled, Enabled.
IDO Request Enable
If supported by hardware and set to "Enabled", this permits setting the number of ID-Based Ordering (IDO) bit (Attribute [2])
requests to be initiated. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
IDO Completion Enable
If supported by hardware and set to "Enabled", this permits setting the number of ID-Based Ordering (IDO) bit (Attribute [2])
requests to be initiated. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
LTR Mechanism Enable
If supported by hardware and to "Enable", this enables the
Latency Tolerance Reporting (LTR) Mechanism. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
End-End TLP Prefix Blocking
If supported by hardware and set to " Enable", this function will
block forwarding of TLPs containing End-End TLP Prefixes.
Options:Disabled, Enabled.
Target Link Speed
If supported by hardware and set to "Force to 2.5 GT/s" for
Downstream Ports, this sets an upper limit on Link operational
speed by restricting the values advertised by the Upstream
component in its training sequences. When "Auto" is selected
HW initialized data will be used. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
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Selectable De-emphasis
If supported by hardware, this will control transmission deemphasis of target link when operating at 5.0GT/s. Options: -
3.5 dB, -6.0 dB
Clock Power Management
If supported by hardware and set to "Enabled", the device is
permitted to use CLKREQ# signal for power management of
Link Clock in accordance to protocol defined in appropriate
form factor specification. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
Compliance SOS
If supported by hardware and set to "Enabled", this will force
LTSSM to send SKP Ordered Sets between sequences when
sending Compliance Pattern or Modified Compliance Pattern.
Options: Disabled, Enabled.
Hardware Autonomous Width
If supported by hardware and set to "Enabled", this will disable
the hardware's ability to change link width except width size
reduction for the purpose of correcting unstable link operation.
Options:Disabled, Enabled.
Hardware Autonomous Speed
If supported by hardware and set to "Enabled", this will disable
the hardware's ability to change link speed except speed rate
reduction for the purpose of correcting unstable link operation.
Options: Disabled, Enabled.
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5.3.2ACPI Settings
ACPI Sleep State
Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter, when
the SUSPEND button is pressed. Options: Suspend Disable,
S1 (CPU Stop Clock), S3 (Suspend to RAM).
Resume On RTC Alarm
Enable or disable system wake on alarm event. When enabled,
the system will wake at the hr/min/sec specified.
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5.3.3CPU Configuration
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Active Processor Cores
Number of cores to enable in processor. Options: All, 1, 2, 3.
Limit CPUID Value Maximum
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. Enable this option to allow compatibility with older operating systems.
Execute Disable Bit
Allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. Setting this item to [Disabled] forces the XD
feature flag to always return a zero (0). Options: Enabled, Disabled.
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Hardware Prefetcher
Enables/disables the Mid Level Cache (L2) streamer
prefetcher.
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch
Enables/disables the prefetching of adjacent cache lines.
Intel® Virtualization Tech
When enabled, Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT)
makes a single system appear as multiple independent systems to software. This allows for multiple, independent operating systems to be running simultaneously on a single system.
Power Technology
Sets the power management features. Options: Disabled,
Energy Efficient, Custom.
Local x2APIC
Enables/disables Local x2APIC. Some OSes do not support
this.
Long Duration Power Limit
Sets the Long Duration Power Limit in watts.
Long Duration Maintained
Sets the time window for which the Long Duration Power Limit
is maintained in miliseconds.
Short Duration Power Limit
Sets the short duration power limit in watts.
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5.3.4SATA Configuration
SATA Mode
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Options: IDE, RAID, AHCI.
Serial-ATA Controller 0
Enable or disable the SATA controller. Options: Disabled,
Enhanced, Compatible.
Serial-ATA Controller 1
Enable or disable the SATA controller. Options: Disabled,
Enhanced.
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5.3.5Intel IGD SWSCI OpRegion
DVMT/Fixed Memory
Select DVMT/Fixed memory size used by the Integrated
Graphics Device. Options: 128MB, 256MB, Maximum.
IGD - Boot Type
Select the video device which will be activated during POST.
This has no effect if an external graphics device is present.
Options: VBIOS Default, CRT, DVI, HDMI1, HDMI2. See table
below for VBIOS Default display output settings.
Connected Display(s)BIOS ModeDOS Mode
CRT + DVIVGADVI + VGA
CRT + HDMI1VGAHDMI1 + VGA
DVI + HDMI1DVIDVI + HDMI1
HDMI1 + HDMI2HDMI2HDMI2
CRT + HDMI2VGAVGA + HDMI2
DVI + HDMI2DVIDVI + HDMI2
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5.3.6USB Configuration
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.
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.
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EHCI Hand-Off
This is a workaround for OSes without EHCI hand-off support.
The EHCI ownership change should be claimed by EHCI
driver. Options: En able, Disable.
Port 60/64 Emulation
Enable or disable I/O port 60h/64h emulation support. Options:
Disabled, Enabled.
USB transfer time-out
The time-out value for Control, Bulk, and Interrupt transfers.
Options: 1 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec.
Device reset time-out
USB mass storage device Start Unit command time-out.
Options: 10 sec, 20 sec, 30 sec, 40 sec.
Device power-up delay
Maximum time the device will take before it properly reports
itself to the Host Controller. Options: Auto, Manual.
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5.3.7AMT Configuration
You can use this screen to select options for the Intel Active Management Technology settings.
AMT
This item allows the user to Enable/Disable the Intel AMT function.
Un-Configure ME
This item allows the user to unprovision the ME function without a password. Options: Enabled, Disabled.
WatchDog
Enable or disable the WatchDog Timer.
OS Timer
Sets the OS WatchDog Timer (seconds).
BIOS Timer
Sets the BIOS WatchDog Timer (seconds).
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5.3.8Super IO Configuration
Serial Port 0~5 Configuration
Enter the submenu for each serial port to enable/disable and
view the I/O port and IRQ settings.
Change the Printer Port Mode. Options: STD Printer Mode,
SPP Mode, EPP-1.9 and SPP Mode, EPP-1.7 and SPP Mode,
ECP Mode, ECP and EPP-1.9 Mode, ECP and EPP-1.7 Mode.
Smart Fan Function
Enable or disable the Smart Fan function.
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Smart Fan Mode Configuration
System Fan Mode
System Smart Fan mode select. Options: Manual Mode, Thermal Cruise Mode, SMART FAN IV Mode
SYSFAN PWM/DC Voltage Output Value
Range of setting: 0-255.
CPU Fan Mode
CPU Smart Fan mode select. Option s: Manual Mo de, Thermal
Cruise Mode, SMART FAN IV Mode
CPUFAN PWM/DC Voltage Output Value
Range of setting: 0-255.
Resume on PS2 KB
Enable or disable Resume on PS/2 Keyboard function.
Resume on PS2 MS
Enable or disable Resume on PS2 Mouse function.
Resume on Ring
Enable or disable Resume on Ring function.
Watch Dog Timer
Enable or disable Watchdog Timer Function.
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5.3.9H/W Monitor
This screen displays the current status of all of the monitored
hardware devices/components such as voltages and temperatures.
CPU Warning Temperature
Enables or disables the CPU warning temperature function.
Options: Disable, 50 C/122 F, 55 C/131, 60 C/140 F, 65 C/149
F, 70 C/158 F, 75 C/167 F.
ACPI Shutdown Temperature
Enables or disables the ACPI shutdown temperature function.
Options: Disable, 70 C/158 F, 75 C/167 F, 80 C/176 F, 85 C/185
F, 90 C/194 F, 95 C/205 F.
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5.4Chipset 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.
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5.4.1North Bridge Configuration
VT-d
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. Options:
Enabled/Disabled.
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Initial Graphics Adapter
Selects which graphics controller to use as the primary boot
device. Options: IGD, PCI/IGD, PCI/PEG, PEG/IGD, PEG/PCI.
Enable or disable Render Standby by Internal Graphics Device.
Options: Enabled, Disabled.
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IGD Multi-Monitor
Enable or disable IGD Multi-M onitor by Internal Graphics Device.
Options: Disabled, Enabled.
PCI Express Port
Enable or disable PCIE port. Options: Disabled, Enabled, Auto.
PEG Force Gen1
If enabled , PCI Express port will be forced to Gen1. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
Detect Non-Compliance
Detect non-compliant PCI Express device in PEG. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
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5.4.2South Bridge Configuration
SMBus Controller
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Enable or disable SMBus Controller.
LAN1/2 Controller
Controls the onboard LAN1/2 controller. Options: Enabled/Disabled.
LAN1/2 Option-ROM
Enable or disable LAN1/2 Boot Option for legacy network
devices.
Wake on LAN1/2 from S5
Enable or disable wake on LAN1/2 from S5.
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Restore on AC Power Loss
Determines which state the computer enters when AC power is
restored after a power loss. The options for this value are Last
State, Power On and Power Off.
X Power Off: Set this value to always power off the system
while AC power is restored.
X Power On: Set this value to always power on the system
while AC power is restored.
X Last State: Set this value to power off/on the system depend-
ing on the last system power state while AC power is restored.
Azalia HD Audio
Enable or disable Azalia HD Audio.
High Precision Timer
Enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.
PCI Express Port Configuration
PCI Express Port1
Enable or disable the PCI Express Port 1 in the Chipset.
Options: Disabled, Enabled, Auto.
PCI Express Port7
Enable or disable the PCI Express Port 7 in the Chipset.
Options: Disabled, Enabled, Auto.
PCI Sub Decode
Enable or disable the PCIe Sub Decode Port. Options: Disabled, Enabled, Auto.
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USB Configuration
EHCI Controller 1/2
Enable or disable the USB 2.0 (EHCI) support. Options: Disabled, Enabled.
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5.4.3ME Subsystem Configuration
ME Subsystem
Options: Disabled, Enabled
ME Temporary Disable
Options: Disabled, Enabled
End of Post Message
Options: Disabled, Enabled
Execute MEBx
Options: Disabled, Enabled
MEBx Mode
Options: Normal, Hidden Ctrl+P, Enter MEBx setup.
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Integrated Clock Chip Configuration
ICC Enable
Enable or disable Integrated Clock Chip.
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5.5Boot Configuration
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 o ption by highlighting it using the < Arrow > keys. The Boot Configuration screen is
shown below:
Quiet Boot
When this feature is enabled, the BIOS will display the fullscreen 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 full-screen logo.
Setup Prompt Timeout
Number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. Value
range from 1 to 65535.
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GateA20 Active
Upon Request- GA20 can be disabled using BIOS services.
Always: do not allow disabling ofGA20; this option is useful
when any RT code is executed above 1MB. Options: Upon
Request, Always.
Option ROM Messages
Set the display mode for Option ROM messages. Options:
Force BIOS, Keep Current.
Interrupt 19 Capture
Allows Option ROMs to trap INT 19. Options: Disabled,
Enabled.
Set Boot Priorities
The Boot devices are listed in groups by device type. First
press <Enter> to enter the sub -menu. Then you may use the
arrow keys to select the desired device, then press <+>, <-> or
<PageUp>, <PageDown> key to move it up/down in the priority
list. For example, USB storage disks will be listed as "USB
Drives" in the sub-menu as below. Only the first device in each
device group will be available for selection in the Boot Device
Priority option.
UEFI Boot Drive BBS Priorities
Specifies the Boot Device priority sequence of UEFI Boot
drives.
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5.6Security Setup
Administrator Password
Select this option and press < Enter > to access the sub menu.
You can use the sub menu to change the Administrator password.
User Password
Select this option and press < Enter > to access the sub menu.
You can use the sub menu to change the User password.
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5.7Save & Exit Menu
Select the Save & Exit tab from the setup screen to ente r 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?
[Yes] [No]
appears in the window. Select [Yes] to save changes and exit.
Discard Changes and Exit
Select this option to quit Setup without making any permanent
changes to the system configuration.
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Discard Changes and Exit Setup Now?
[Yes] [No]
appears in the window. Select [Yes] to discard changes and exit.
Save Changes and Reset
Reset the system after saving the changes.
Discard Changes and Reset
Reset system setup without saving any changes.
Save Changes
Save changes made so far to any of the setup options.
Discard Changes
Select Discard Changes from the Exit menu and press < Enter >.
Select [Yes] to discard changes.
Restore Defaults
Restore/Load Default values for all the setup options.
Save as User Defaults
Save the changes made so far as User Defaults.
Restore User Defaults
Restore the User Defaults to all the setup options.
Boot Override
This group of functions includes a list of devices within the boot
order. Select a drive to immediately boot that device regardless of
the current boot order. If you are booting to the EFI Shell, an exit
from the shell returns to Setup.
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Appendix A - Watchdog Timer
A sample program for configuring the M-342’s watchdog timer is
shown below.
896 K – 960 KE0000 – EFFFF64 KB Extended System BIOS Area
768 K – 896 KC0000 – DFFFF 128 KB PCI expansion ROM area
640 K – 768 KA0000 – BFFFF 128 KB Video Buffer & SMM space
00h00h00hN/AIntel Host Bridge
00h01h00hInternalPCI Express Root Port
M-342
00h02h00hInternal
00h16h00hInternal
00h16h02hInternalIDE-R Controller
00h16h03hInternalPCI Serial controller
00h19h00hInternalGbE Controller
00h1Ah00hInternalIntel USB EHCI Controller #2
00h1Bh00hInternalHigh Definition Audio controller
00h1Ch00hInternalPCI Express Root port 1
00h1Ch04hInternalPCI Express Root port 5
00h1Dh00hInternalIntel USB EHCI Controller #1
00h1Eh00hN/AI ntel PCI to PCI Bridge
00h1Fh00hN/AI ntel LPC Interface Bridge
00h1Fh02hInternalIntel SATA controller #1
00h1Fh03hInternalIntel SMBus Controller
00h1Fh05hInternalIntel SATA controller #2
Intel Integrated Graphics
Device
Intel Management Engine
Interface
03h00h00hInternalIntel Ethernet (PCI Express)
Table B-5: PCI Configuration Space Map
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B.6 PCI Interrupt Routing Map
PIRQABCDEFGH
INT LineINTA INTB INTC INTD
P.E.G Root Po rt INTA INTB INTC INTD
VGAX
SATAController1 XX
SATAController2 X
SMBUS controller X
Thermal Controller X
EHCI 1 X
EHCI 2X
HDA X
Intel GBE X
HECI host 1X
HECI host 2X
IDER Controller X
KT Controller X
PCIE port 0INTB INTA INTC INTD
PCIE port 4INTA INTB INTC INTD
PCIE port 5INTB INTC INTD INTA
PCIE port 6INTC INTD INTA INTB
PCIE port 7INTD INTA INTB INTC
PCI Slot 1 X
PCI Slot2 X
PCI Slot3 X
PCI Slot 4X
PCI Slot 5 X
Table B-6: PCI Interrupt Routing Map
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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