Avalue ECM-VX900 User Manual
ECM-VX900 A.2.
3.5” VIA VX900 Micro Module
User’s Manual
3rd Ed – 31 October 2013
Part No. E2047391103R
ECM-VX900
FCC Statement
Notice
Copyright Notice
Trademark Acknowledgement
Disclaimer
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 FCC RULES. OPERATION IS
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE.
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS
FOR A CLASS "A" DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A
COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN
RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND, IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS.
OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO
CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE.
This guide is designed for experienced users to setup the system within the shortest time.
For detailed information, please always refer to the electronic user's manual.
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ECM-VX900
Life Support Policy
A Message to the Customer
otherwise specified. Applications that are described in this manual are for illustration
purposes only. Avalue Technology Inc. makes no representation or warranty that such
application will be suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification.
Avalue Technology’s PRODUCTS ARE NOT FOR USE AS CRITICAL COMPONENTS IN
LIFE SUPPORT DEVICES OR SYSTEMS WITHOUT THE PRIOR WRITTEN APPROVAL
OF Avalue Technology Inc.
As used herein:
1. Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which, (a) are intended for
surgical implant into body, or (b) support or sustain life and whose failure to perform,
when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labeling, can
be reasonably expected to result in significant injury to the user.
2 A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose failure
to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or
system, or to affect its safety or effectiveness.
Avalue Customer Services
Each and every Avalue’s product is built to the most exacting specifications to ensure
reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of industrial
environments. Whether your new Avalue device is destined for the laboratory or the factory
floor, you can be assured that your product will provide the reliability and ease of operation
for which the name Avalue has come to be known.
Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to Avalue’s customer services. To
ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instructions below carefully.
Technical Support
We want you to get the maximum performance from your products. So if you run into
technical difficulties, we are here to help. For the most frequently asked questions, you can
easily find answers in your product documentation. These answers are normally a lot more
detailed than the ones we can give over the phone. So please consult the user’s manual
first.
To receive the latest version of the user’s manual; please visit our Web site at:
http://www.avalue.com.tw/
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ECM-VX900
Product Warranty
Avalue warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to any products that have been repaired or altered by people
other than repair personnel authorized by Avalue, or that have been subject of misuse,
abuse, accident or improper installation. Avalue assumes no liability under the terms of this
warranty as a consequence of such events. Because of Avalue’s high quality-control
standards and rigorous testing, most of our customers never need to use our repair service.
If any of Avalue’s products is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during
the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of
replacement materials, service time, and freight. Please consult your dealer for more
details. If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU type and
speed, Avalue’s products model name, hardware & BIOS revision number, other
hardware and software used, etc.) Note anything abnormal and list any on-screen
messages you get when the problem occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product, and any
helpful information available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return material authorization)
number from your dealer. This allows us to process your good return more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a complete Repair and Replacement Order Card
and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt) in a shippable
container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for
warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid to your
dealer.
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ECM-VX900
Contents
1. Getting Started ............................................................................................................ 8
1.1 Safety Precautions ......................................................................................... 8
1.2 Packing List .................................................................................................... 8
1.3 Document Amendment History ....................................................................... 9
1.4 Manual Objectives ........................................................................................ 10
1.5 System Specifications .................................................................................. 11
1.6 Architecture Overview—Block Diagram........................................................ 13
2. Hardware Configuration ........................................................................................... 14
2.1 Product Overview ......................................................................................... 15
2.2 Installation Procedure ................................................................................... 17
2.2.1 Main Memory ........................................................................................ 18
2.3 Jumper and Connector List .......................................................................... 20
2.4 Setting Jumpers & Connectors ..................................................................... 22
2.4.1 Clear CMOS (JBAT1) ............................................................................ 22
2.4.2 Serial ATA power connector (SATAPWR1) ........................................... 22
2.4.3 Multi-purpose connector (JFP1) ............................................................ 23
2.4.4 Serial port 1 (COM1) signal selector (JRI1) ........................................... 24
2.4.5 Serial port 2 (COM2) signal selector (JRI2) ........................................... 24
2.4.6 5VSB connector in ATX (PWR_SB1) .................................................... 25
2.4.7 Power connector (PWR1) ...................................................................... 25
2.4.8 Battery connector (BBAT1) ................................................................... 26
2.4.9 CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1) .......................................................... 26
2.4.10 Serial port 2 in RS-422/485 mode (J422/485) ....................................... 27
2.4.11 Audio connector (JAUDIO1) .................................................................. 27
2.4.12 +12V power connector (JBKL1) ............................................................ 28
2.4.13 Touch Panel connector (JTOUCH1)...................................................... 28
2.4.13 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL2) .......................................................... 29
2.4.13.1 Signal Description – LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL2) ........................ 29
2.4.14 Serial port 2 connector (JCOM2) ................................ ........................... 30
2.4.15 Low Pin Count connector (JLPC1) ........................................................ 30
2.4.16 General purpose I/O connector (JDIO) .................................................. 31
2.4.17 LVDS connector (JLVDS2) .................................................................... 32
2.4.18 PS2 KB/MS connector (JKB/MS1) ........................................................ 33
2.4.19 SPI connector (J1)................................................................................. 33
2.4.20 USB connector 0 & 1/ 2 & 3/ 4&5 (JUSB1_1/ JUSB2_1/ JUSB4_1) ..... 34
2.4.21 LCD backlight brightness adjustment (JVR1) ........................................ 34
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2.5 Audio / USB Daughter Board (AUX-032) User’s Guide ................................ 35
2.5.1 Jumper and Connector Layout .............................................................. 35
2.5.2 Jumper and Connector List ................................................................... 35
2.5.3 Setting Jumper and Connector .............................................................. 36
3. BIOS Setup ................................................................................................................ 37
3.1 Introduction ................................................................................................... 38
3.2 Starting Setup ............................................................................................... 38
3.3 Using Setup .................................................................................................. 39
3.4 Getting Help ................................................................................................. 40
3.5 In Case of Problems ..................................................................................... 40
3.6 BIOS setup ................................................................................................... 41
3.6.1 Main Menu ............................................................................................ 41
3.6.1.1 System Date .................................................................................. 41
3.6.1.2 System Time .................................................................................. 41
3.6.2 Advanced BIOS settings ....................................................................... 42
3.6.2.1 Configure advanced CPU settings ................................................. 43
3.6.2.2 IDE Configuration ........................................................................... 44
3.6.2.2.1 Primary IDE Master ............................................................. 45
3.6.2.2.1 Primary IDE Slave ............................................................... 46
3.6.2.3 Super IO Configuration .................................................................. 47
3.6.2.4 Hardware Health Configuration ...................................................... 48
3.6.2.5 ACPI Settings ................................................................................ 49
3.6.2.5.1 General ACPI settings ......................................................... 49
3.6.2.5.2 Advanced ACPI Configuration ............................................. 50
3.6.2.5.3 Chipset ACPI Configuration ................................................. 51
3.6.2.6 APM Configuration ......................................................................... 52
3.6.2.7 PCI Express Configuration ............................................................. 54
3.6.2.8 USB Configuration ......................................................................... 55
3.6.3 Advanced PCIPnP Settings ................................................................... 56
3.6.4 Boot Settings ......................................................................................... 57
3.6.4.1 Boot settings configuration ............................................................. 58
3.6.4.2 Boot device Priority ........................................................................ 59
3.6.4.3 Hard Disk Drives ............................................................................ 59
3.6.5 Security settings .................................................................................... 60
3.6.6 Advanced Chipset Settings ................................................................... 61
3.6.6.1 North bridge Chipset configuration................................................. 61
3.6.6.1.1 DRAM Frequency/Timing configuration ............................... 62
3.6.6.1.2 AGP & P2P Bridge Configuration ........................................ 64
3.6.6.1.3 OnChip VGA Configuration .................................................. 65
3.6.6.1.4 PCIE-NB Configuration ........................................................ 66
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3.6.6.2 North bridge Chipset configuration................................................. 67
3.6.7 Exit Options ........................................................................................... 68
3.6.7.1 Save Changes and Exit ................................................................. 68
3.6.7.2 Discard Changes and Exit ............................................................. 68
3.6.7.3 Discard Changes ........................................................................... 68
3.6.7.4 Load Optimal Defaults ................................................................... 68
3.6.7.5 Load Failsafe Defaults ................................................................... 68
4. Drivers Installation....................................................................................................... 69
4.1 Install Display Driver (For VX900) ................................................................ 70
4.2 Install Audio Driver (For VIA HDMI ALC892) ................................................ 71
5. Mechanical Drawing .................................................................................................... 72
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ECM-VX900
1. Getting Started
1.1 Safety Precautions
Warning!
Always completely disconnect the power cord from your
chassis whenever you work with the hardware. Do not
make connections while the power is on. Sensitive
electronic components can be damaged by sudden power
surges. Only experienced electronics personnel should
open the PC chassis.
Caution!
Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before
touching the CPU card. Modern electronic devices are very
sensitive to static electric charges. As a safety precaution,
use a grounding wrist strap at all times. Place all electronic
components in a static-dissipative surface or static-shielded
bag when they are not in the chassis.
Always note that improper disassembling action could cause damage to the
motherboard. We suggest not removing the heatsink without correct
instructions in any circumstance. If you really have to do this, please contact
us for further support.
1.2 Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the
following materials have been shipped:
1 x 3.5” ECM-VX900 Micro Module
1 x Quick Installation Guide for ECM-VX900
1 x AUX-032 daughter board
1 x DVD-ROM contains the followings:
— User’s Manual (this manual in PDF file)
— Ethernet driver and utilities
— VGA drivers and utilities
— Audio drivers and utilities
1 x Cable set contains the followings:
— 1 x Audio cable (12pin, 2.0mm pitch)
— 1 x USB cable (10P/2.54mm-10P/2.0mm)
— 1 x Serial ATA cable (7-pin, standard)
— 1 x Serial ATA cable (15-pin, 2P/2.0mm)
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ECM-VX900
Revision
Date
By
Comment
1st
June 2011
Avalue
Initial Release (A1)
2nd
April 2012
Avalue
A2 version
3rd
October
2013
Avalue
Update Specifications
1.3 Document Amendment History
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1.4 Manual Objectives
This manual describes in details Avalue Technology ECM-VX900 Single Board.
We have tried to include as much information as possible but we have not duplicated
information that is provided in the standard IBM Technical References, unless it proved to
be necessary to aid in the understanding of this board.
We strongly recommend that you study this manual carefully before attempting to set up
ECM-VX900 series or change the standard configurations. Whilst all the necessary
information is available in this manual we would recommend that unless you are confident,
you contact your supplier for guidance.
Please be aware that it is possible to create configurations within the CMOS RAM that
make booting impossible. If this should happen, clear the CMOS settings, (see the
description of the Jumper Settings for details).
If you have any suggestions or find any errors regarding this manual and want to inform us
of these, please contact our Customer Service department with the relevant details.
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ECM-VX900
System
CPU
VIA NanoX2 U4300E 1.2+GHz
Optional VIA C7(M) / Nano processor with V4 protocal
BIOS
AMI BIOS
System Chipset
VIA VX900
I/O Chip
Nuvoton W83627DHG
System Memory
One 204-pin SODIMM socket supports up to 4GB DDR3 1333MHz SDRAM
SSD
1 x CompactFlash Type I/II socket
(PCIe to IDE (JMicron JMB368))
Watchdog Timer
Reset: 3 ~ 255 min. and 1 min./step
H/W Status
Monitor
Monitoring system temperature, voltage, and cooling fan status. Auto trotting
control when CPU overheats
Expansion
Mini-PCIe Card Slot
I/O
MIO
2 x SATA, 1 x RS232, 1 x RS232/422/485 , 1 x K/B & Mouse, LPC
USB
7 x USB 2.0 ports
(1for edge connector, 6for pin header)
IrDA
N/A
DIO
8-bit GPI and 8-bit GPO
Display
Chipset
VIA VX900
Display Memory
Up to 512MB frame buffer size using system memory
Resolution
CRT mode: 2560 x 1600
LCD/Simultaneous mode (4:3): 1600 x 1200
Multiple
Display
CRT + LVDS, CRT + HDMI, LVDS + HDMI
LCD
Interface
Dual-Channel 18/24-bit LVDS (DVP1)
HDMI
Integrated by VIA VX900 (DP1)
Audio
AC97 Codec
Realtek ALC892 support 5.1CH audio
Audio Interface
Mic in, Line in, CD-audio in, Line out
1.5 System Specifications
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ECM-VX900
Ethernet
LAN Chip
Dual Realtek 8111E, supports Wake on LAN
Ethernet Interface
1000Base-Tx Gigabit Ethernet compatible
Mechanical &
Environmental
Power Requirement
+12V~+26V
ACPI
Single power ATX Support S0, S3, S4, S5
ACPI 3.0 Compliant
Power Type
AT/ATX
Operating Temp.
0~60°C
Operating Humidity
0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W)
5.7" x 4" (146 mm x 101 mm)
Weight
TBD
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ECM-VX900
1.6 Architecture Overview—Block Diagram
The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of ECM-VX900
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ECM-VX900
2. Hardware
Configuration
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2.1 Product Overview
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2.2 Installation Procedure
This chapter explains you the instructions of how to setup your system.
1. Turn off the power supply.
2. Insert the DIMM module (be careful with the orientation).
3. Insert all external cables for hard disk, floppy, keyboard, mouse, USB etc. except for flat
panel. A CRT monitor must be connected in order to change CMOS settings to support
flat panel.
4. Connect power supply to the board via the ATXPWR.
5. Turn on the power.
6. Enter the BIOS setup by pressing the delete key during boot up. Use the “LOAD BIOS
DEFAULTS” feature. The Integrated Peripheral Setup and the Standard CMOS Setup
Window must be entered and configured correctly to match the particular system
configuration.
7. If TFT panel display is to be utilized, make sure the panel voltage is correctly set before
connecting the display cable and turning on the power.
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ECM-VX900
SODIMM
2.2.1 Main Memory
ECM-VX900 provides one 204-pin SODIMM socket that supports up to 4GB DDR3
1333MHz SDRAM.
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(Rear side)
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
board and components.
ECM-VX900
Mounting Notch
Notch Key
Ejector
204-pin DDR3 SODIMM
Locate the SODIMM socket on the board.
Carefully hold two edges of the SODIMM module. avoid touching its connectors.
Align the notch key on the module with the rib on the slot.
Firmly press the modules into the socket which automatically snaps into the mounting
notch. Do not force the SODIMM module in with extra force as the SODIMM module
only fits in one direction.
To remove SODIMM modules, simultaneously push the two ejector tabs outward,
then pull out the SODIMM module.
Note:
(1) Please do not change any DDR3 SDRAM parameter in BIOS setup to increase
your system’s performance without acquiring technical information in advance.
(2) Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or
optional boards. Before proceeding, ensure that you are discharged of static
electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object.
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ECM-VX900
Jumpers
Label
Function
Note
JBAT1
Clear CMOS
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00 mm
JFP1
Multi-purpose connector
6 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JRI1
Serial port 1 (COM1) signal selector
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JRI2
Serial port 2 (COM2) signal selector
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
2.3 Jumper and Connector List
You can configure your board to match the needs of your application by setting jumpers. A
jumper is the simplest kind of electric switch.
It consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that
slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a jumper you connect the pins with the clip.
To “open” a jumper you remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have three pins, labeled 1,
2, and 3. In this case, you would connect either two pins.
The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows:
A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers.
Connectors on the board are linked to external devices such as hard disk drives, a
keyboard, or floppy drives. In addition, the board has a number of jumpers that allow you to
configure your system to suit your application.
If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your application, contact
your local distributor or sales representative before you make any changes.
The following tables list the function of each of the board’s jumpers and connectors.
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Connectors
Label
Function
Note
BBAT1
Battery connector
2 x 1 wafer, pitch 1.25 mm
COM1
Serial port 1 connector
D-sub 9-pin, male
CF1
CF card connector
CF type II 50 pin
CPU_FAN1
CPU fan connector
3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54 mm
DIMM1
204-pin DDR3 SODIMM socket
HDMI1
HDMI connector
J422/485
Serial port 2 in RS-422/485 mode
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JAUDIO1
Audio connector
6 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JBKL1
+12V power connector
2 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.0 mm
JBKL2
LCD inverter connector
5 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.0 mm
JCOM2
Serial port 2 connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JDIO1
General purpose I/O connector
10 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JKB/MS1
PS2 KB/MS connector
4 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JLPC1
Low Pin count connector
7 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JLVDS2
LVDS Connector
20 x 2 box, pitch 1.25 mm
JTOUCH1
Touch Panel Connector
9 x 1 wafer box, pitch 2.00 mm
JUSB1-1
USB connector 0 & 1
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JUSB2-1
USB connector 2 & 3
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JUSB4-1
USB connector 4 & 5
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JVR1
LCD backlight brightness adjustment
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00 mm
J1
SPI Connector
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.00 mm
LAN1/ LAN2
RJ-45 Ethernet connector
LED2
LED connector
MINI_PCIE1
PCI Express connector
52 header
MINI_PCIE2
PCI Express latch
PWR_SB1
5VSB connector in ATX
3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54 mm
PWR1
Power connector
2 x 2 wafer, pitch 4.2 mm
SATA1
Serial ATA connector 1
SATA2
Serial ATA connector 2
SATAPWR1
Serial ATA power connector 1
2 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.00 mm
USB1
USB connector 6
VGA1
VGA connector
D-sub 15-pin, female
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ECM-VX900
* Default
Protect*
Clear CMOS
* Default
Signal
PIN
+5V
2
GND
1
2.4 Setting Jumpers & Connectors
2.4.1 Clear CMOS (JBAT1)
2.4.2 Serial ATA power connector (SATAPWR1)
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* Default
AT mode*
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
PWRBTN#
1 2 GND
AUTO_PWR_ON
3 4 GND
-RST_SW
5 6 GND
CF_SEL#
7 8 GND
PWR_LED+
9
10
PWR_LED
HD_LED+
11
12
HD_LED
Jumper settings
PIN
Signal
1-2
PWBT
1-3
AT PWR MODE
5-6
RST#
7-8
CF SEL Short Master
Open Slave (Default)
9-10
PWR-LED
11-12
HDD-LED
2.4.3 Multi-purpose connector (JFP1)
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