Arkon AIMB-256 User Manual

User Manual

AIMB-256

Socket P µFC-PGA 478

Intel Intel Core

Intel Celeron

CoreTM 2 Duo /

Solo /

processor 800 MHz FSB Industrial Mini-ITX Motherboard with PCI/DDR2/Dual GbE

Safety Information

Electrical safety

! To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electri-

cal outlet before relocating the system.

! When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power

cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

! Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that

all power cables are unplugged.

! Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These

devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

! Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If

you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

! If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified

service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

! Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the

manuals that came with the package.

! Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the

power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

! To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connec-

tors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

! Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in

any area where it may become wet.

! Place the product on a stable surface. ! If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service

technician or your retailer.

Caution! The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product

(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

Part No. 2006025600 Edition 1

Printed in China June 2008

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Technical Support

If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the Advantech website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information:

http://support.advantech.com.tw/Support/default.aspx

Packing List

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

! 1 x Intel GME965 Mini ITX Main board ! 1 x CD-ROM contains the followings:

– User’s manual (this manual in PDF file) – Driver CD

! 2 x COM cables (9-pin w/o bracket, 26 cm) ! 1 x IDE HDD cable (40-pin, 30 cm) ! 2 x SATA data cables ! 2 x SATA power cables ! 1 x I/O Shield ! 1 x Startup Manual

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.

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Contents

Chapter 1 Production Introduction......................1

1.1 Before you Proceed .................................................................................. 2

1.2 Motherboard Overview.............................................................................. 2

1.2.1 Placement Direction...................................................................... 2

1.2.2 Screw Holes.................................................................................. 3

1.3 Motherboard Layout .................................................................................. 4

Figure 1.1 Motherboard Layout ................................................... 4

1.3.1 Layout Content List ....................................................................... 5

Table 1.1: Slots............................................................................ 5

Table 1.2: Jumpers ...................................................................... 5

Table 1.3: Rear Panel Connector................................................ 5

Table 1.4: Internal Connector ...................................................... 5

1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................................. 6

1.4.1 Installing the CPU ......................................................................... 7

1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan ............................................ 9

1.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan...................................... 12

1.5 System Memory ...................................................................................... 13

1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location .............................................................. 13

1.5.2 Memory Configurations............................................................... 14

1.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM ............................................................. 14

1.5.4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM ........................................................... 16

1.6 Expansion Slots ...................................................................................... 16

1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card ...................................................... 16

1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card .................................................. 17

1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments ................................................. 17

Table 1.5: Standard Interrupt Assignments............................... 17

1.6.4 PCI Slots ..................................................................................... 17

1.7 Jumpers .................................................................................................. 18

1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CCMOS1)............................................................. 18

1.7.2 COM1 RI/+5 V/+12 V Selection (JCOMPWR1, JCOMPWR2).... 19

1.7.3 COM2 RI/+5 V/+12 V Selection (JCOMPWR1, JCOMPWR2).... 19

1.7.4 COM3 RI/+5 V/+12 V Selection (JCOMPWR3, JCOMPWR4).... 20

1.7.5 COM4 RI/+5 V/+12 V Selection (JCOMPWR3, JCOMPWR4).... 20

1.7.6 SM Power Connector (SM_PWRBTN1) ..................................... 21

1.8 Connectors.............................................................................................. 21

1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors............................................................... 21

Table 1.6: Rear Panel Connectors ............................................ 21

Table 1.7: LEDs ......................................................................... 22

Table 1.8: Rear Panel Connectors ............................................ 22

1.8.2 Amplifier Connector (AMPJ1) (Optional)..................................... 23

1.8.3 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) ........................................... 23

1.8.4 Serial Port 3 Connector (COM3)................................................. 24

1.8.5 Serial Port 4 Connector (COM4)................................................. 24

1.8.6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) ............................................. 25

1.8.7 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) .......................................... 25

1.8.8 System Panel Connector (FPIO1) .............................................. 26

1.8.9 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1).................................................... 27

1.8.10 LVDS Connector (JLVDS1) ........................................................ 27

1.8.11 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL1) ................................................ 28

1.8.12 Digital I/O Connector (JDIO1) ..................................................... 28

1.8.13 SPI Connector (JSPI1)................................................................ 29

1.8.14 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT2)..................................... 29

1.8.15 Serial SATA Connector [Black] (SATA1, SATA2, SATA3) ......... 30

1.8.16 USB 2.0 Connector (USB3, USB4, USB5) ................................. 30

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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ........................................ 33

2.1 BIOS Setup Program .............................................................................. 34

2.1.1 Legend Box................................................................................. 35

2.1.2 List Box ....................................................................................... 35

2.1.3 Sub-menu ................................................................................... 35

2.2 BIOS Menu Screen ................................................................................. 36

2.2.1 Main............................................................................................ 36

2.2.2 Advanced.................................................................................... 41

2.2.3 HW Monitor................................................................................. 66

2.2.4 TPM ............................................................................................ 67

2.2.5 Boot ............................................................................................ 68

2.2.6 Exit.............................................................................................. 72

Appendix A Specifications.................................... 75

A.1 Specifications Summary ......................................................................... 76

Table A.1: AIMB-256 Specification Summary............................ 76

A.2 Block Diagram......................................................................................... 78

Figure A.1 Block Diagram .......................................................... 78

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Chapter 1

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Introduction

This chapter describes the main board features and the new technologies it supports.

1.1 Before you Proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

Caution!

Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.

Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity

Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.

Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.

Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

1.2 Motherboard Overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the motherboard.

Warning! Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the

motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

1.2.1 Placement Direction

When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis.

1.2.2 Screw Holes

Place four (4) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

Caution! Do not over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis.

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1.3 Motherboard Layout

AFPIO

AMPJ1 (Optional)

SPDIF_OUT2

SM_PWRBTN1

JDIO1

PCI1

CCMOS1

JSPI1

FPIO1

AUDIO1

JCOMPWR2

USB2 USB1VGA_DVI-D1

DUAL COM1

JCOMPWR1

KBMS1

JCOMPWR4 JCOMPWR3

COM4

COM3

ATXPWR1

SO-DIMM1

SO-DIMM2

CPU_FAN1

PWR_FAN1

SATA3

USB3

USB4

USB5

(Rear Side)

CF1

SATA1

SATA2

IDE1

JBKL1

Figure 1.1 Motherboard Layout

JLVDS1

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1.3.1 Layout Content List

Table 1.1: Slots

Label Function Note Page

CF1A Compact Flash connector (Rear side) N/A

SO-DIMM1 200-pin SODIMM slot 1 13-16

SO-DIMM2 200-pin SODIMM slot 2 13-16

PCI1 PCI slot 16

Table 1.2: Jumpers

Label Function Note Page

CCMOS1 Clear CMOS 3 x 1 header,

JCOMPWR1,2 COM 1, 2 RI/+5 V/+12 V selection 3 x 2 header,

JCOMPWR3,4 COM 3, 4 RI/+5 V/+12 V selection 3 x 2 header,

SM_PWRBTN1 SM power connector 3 x 1 header,

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pitch 2.00 mm

Table 1.3: Rear Panel Connector

Label Function Note Page

KBMS1 PS/2 keyboard and mouse 6-pin Mini-Din 21

DUALCOM1 Serial port connector x 2 D-sub 9-pin, male 21

VGA_DVI-D1 VGA connector

DVI connector

USB1 RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 1

USB connector x 2

USB2 RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 1

USB connector x 2

AUDIO1 Line-in port, Line-out port, Micro-

phone port

D-sub 15-pin, female 21

(Optional 2nd LAN) 22

5.1 Channel Audio I/O (3 jacks)

Table 1.4: Internal Connector

Label Function Note Page

AMPJ1 (Optional) Amplifier connector 4 x 1 header,

pitch 2.54 mm

ATXPWR1 ATX power connector 10 x 2 header 23

COM3 Serial port 3 connector 5 x 2 header,

pitch 2.54 mm

COM4 Serial port 4 connector 5 x 2 header,

pitch 2.54 mm

CPU_FAN1 CPU fan connector 4 x 1 wafer,

pitch 2.54 mm

PWR_FAN1 Power fan connector 3 x 1 wafer,

pitch 2.54 mm

FPIO1 System panel connector 5 x 2 header,

pitch 2.54 mm

IDE1 Primary IDE connector 20 x 2 header,

pitch 2.00 mm

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Table 1.4: Internal Connector

JLVDS1 LVDS connector HIROSE DF13S-40DP-

1.25 V

JBKL1 LCD Inverter connector 5 x 1 header,

pitch 2.00 mm

JDIO1 Digital I/O connector 5 x 2 header,

pitch 2.00 mm

JSPI1 SPI connector 4 x 2 header,

pitch 2.5 4mm

SPDIF_OUT2 Digital Audio connector 4 x 1 header,

pitch 2.54 mm

SATA1,2,3 Serial ATA connectors 1,2,3

[black]

USB3 USB 2.0 connector 5 x 2 header,

USB4 USB 2.0 connector 5 x 2 header,

USB5 USB 2.0 connector 5 x 2 header,

7-pin header 30

pitch 2.54 mm

1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount 478-pin socket designed for the Intel® 479P Core Duo / Core Solo / Core 2 Duo CPU with 65nm process.

Take note of the marked corner (with gold triangle) on the CPU. This mark should match a specific corner on the socket to ensure correct installation.

Note!

Make sure the AC power is off before you install the CPU.

If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the CPU fan cable to the

Gold Mark

CPU_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability.

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Caution!

Your boxed Intel® socket 479P Core Duo / Core Solo / Core 2 Duo CPU with 65nm process package should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.

Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Your place of purchase or local distributor will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.

Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Your place of purchase or local distributor will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket.

The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

1.4.1 Installing the CPU

1. Locate the CPU socket on the

motherboard.

Note!

Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing toward you.

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2. The processor socket comes with

a screw to secure the processor; please unlock the screw first.

3. Position the CPU above the

socket and the gold triangular mark on the CPU must align with pin 1 of the CPU socket.

4. Carefully insert the CPU into the

socket until it fits in place.

5. Turn the screw to the lock

position.

Warning! The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. To prevent bending the

connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU, DO NOT force the CPU into the socket.

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Warning! After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable into the

motherboard.

1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan

The Intel® socket 479P Core™ Duo / Core™ Solo / Core™ 2 Duo CPU processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

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Note!

Caution! If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make

Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.

When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately,

make sure that you use only an Intel heatsink and fan.

sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.

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1. Place the heatsink on top of the

installed CPU, making sure that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard.

Motherboard Hole

Fastener

Note! Orient the heatsink and fan assembly so that the CPU fan cable is clos-

est to the CPU fan connector.

Note! Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove

directed outward.

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2. Push down two fasteners at a time

in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place.

3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labelled

CPU_FAN1.

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Caution!

Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug in this connector.

These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors.

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1.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan

1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable

from the connector on the motherboard.

2. Rotate each fastener counter-

clockwise.

3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a

diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.

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4. Carefully remove the heatsink and

fan assembly from the motherboard.

Note! Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan pack-

age for detailed information on CPU fan installation.

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1.5 System Memory

1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location

The motherboard comes with two 200-pin Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) SODIMM sockets.

A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 200pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:

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1.5.2 Memory Configurations

You can install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1GB and 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs into the SODIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.

Note!

Note! ! Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization.

Installing DDR2 DIMM other than the recommended configurations may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. Use any of the recommended configurations.

Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than 1 GB system memory when you installed one 1 GB DDR2 memory modules.

This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips or double-sided x16 memory modules.

Make sure that the memory frequency matches the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus). Refer to the Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization table.

CPU FSB DDR 2 DIMM Type Memory Frequency

533/800 MHz DDR2 533

DDR2 667

Max clock Freq: 266 MHZ; 533 Mb/s

Max clock Freq: 333 MHZ; 667 Mb/s

1.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM

Caution! Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing

DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

1. Locate the DIMM socket on the board.

2. Hold two edges of the DIMM module carefully, and keep away of touching its

connectors.

3. Align the notch key on the module with the rib on the slot.

4. Firmly pressing a module into the socket snaps it into the mounting notch and

engages the ejectors. Do not force the DIMM module in with extra force as the DIMM module only fit in one direction.

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Caution!

A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.

The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO NOT install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM socket.

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1.5.4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM

1. Press the two ejector tabs on the slot outward simultaneously, and then pull out

the DIMM module.

Caution! Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the ejector

tabs. The DIMM might get damaged if it flips out with extra force.

1.6 Expansion Slots

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.

Warning! Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expan-

sion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card

1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it

and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.

2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a

chassis).

3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for

later use.

4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is com-

pletely seated on the slot.

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5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.

6. Replace the system cover.

1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card

After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.

1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any.

2. Assign an IRQ to the card if needed. Refer to the tables on the next page.

3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.

1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments

Table 1.5: Standard Interrupt Assignments

IRQ Priority Standard Function

01 System Timer

1 2 Keyboard Controller

2 - Redirect to IRQ#9

3 11 IRQ holder for PCI steering*

4 12 Communications Port (COM1)*

5 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering*

6 14 Floppy Disk Controller

7 15 Printer Port (LPT)*

8 3 System CMOS/Rear Time

9 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering*

10 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering*

11 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering*

12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*

13 8 Numeric Data Processor

14 9 Primary IDE Channel

15 10 Secondary IDE Channel

* There IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI device.

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1.6.4 PCI Slot

AIMB-256 has one PCI slot. The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed in a PCI slot.

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1.7 Jumpers

1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CCMOS1)

This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM:

1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Remove the onboard battery.

3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-

3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

4. Re-install the battery.

5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-

enter data.

Caution! Except when clearing the CMOS, never remove the cap on CLRTC

jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

Normal (Default)

Clear RTC

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1.7.2 COM1 RI/+5 V/+12 V Selection (JCOMPWR1, JCOMPWR2)

JCOMPWR1 JCOMPWR2

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+5 V (Default)

+12 V +

Ring +

1.7.3 COM2 RI/+5 V/+12 V Selection (JCOMPWR1, JCOMPWR2)

JCOMPWR1 JCOMPWR2

+5 V (Default)

+12 V +

Ring +

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1.7.4 COM3 RI/+5 V/+12 V Selection (JCOMPWR3, JCOMPWR4)

JCOMPWR3 JCOMPWR4

+5 V (Default)

+12 V +

Ring +

1.7.5 COM4 RI/+5 V/+12 V Selection (JCOMPWR3, JCOMPWR4)

JCOMPWR3 JCOMPWR4

+5 V (Default)

+12 V +

Ring +

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