Avalue EMX-QM77 User Manual

EMX-QM77

Intel® QM77 with Intel Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 Pentium/Celeron
Mobile CPU Mini-ITX Motherboard

User’s Manual

1st Ed – 23 July 2012

Part No. E2047EMXQ00R

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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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Life Support Policy

A Message to the Customer

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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
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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
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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:

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Headquarters and Branch

Avalue USA

Avalue Technology Inc.

7F, 228, Lian-cheng Road, Zhonghe Dist.,
New Taipei City 235, Taiwan
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an Avalue Company

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Service: [e-mail]

If you still cannot find the answer, gather all the information or questions that apply to your
problem, and with the product close at hand, call your dealer. Our dealers are well trained
and ready to give you the support you need to get the most from your Avalue’s products. In
fact, most problems reported are minor and are able to be easily solved over the phone.

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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 which have been repaired or altered by persons
other than repair personnel authorized by Avalue, or which have been subject to 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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Contents

1. Getting Started ............................................................................................................... 9

1.1 Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................... 9

1.2 Packing List .................................................................................................................. 9

1.3 Document Amendment History .................................................................................. 10

1.4 Manual Objectives ...................................................................................................... 11

1.5 System Specifications ................................................................................................ 12

1.6 Architecture Overview – Block Diagram ..................................................................... 14

2. Hardware Configuration .............................................................................................. 15

2.1 Product Overview ....................................................................................................... 16

2.2 Before you Proceed ................................................................................................... 18

2.3 Motherboard Overview ............................................................................................... 18

2.3.1 Placement Direction ......................................................................................................................... 18

2.3.2 Screw Holes ..................................................................................................................................... 19

2.3.3 Motherboard Layout ......................................................................................................................... 20

2.4 Jumper and Connector List ........................................................................................ 21

2.4.1 Internal Connectors ............................................................................................................................ 22

2.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................ ..................................................... 23

2.5.1 Installing the CPU............................................................................................................................. 24

2.5.1.1 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ................................................................ .................... 24

2.5.1.2 Separate CPU cooler and its base first by screw drawer ................................................................ 24

2.5.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan ................................................................................................. 27

2.6 System Memory ........................................................................................................... 28

2.6.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 28

2.6.2 Memory Configurations ...................................................................................................................... 29

2.6.3 Installing a SO-DIMM ......................................................................................................................... 29

2.6.4 Removing a SO-DIMM ....................................................................................................................... 32

2.7 Expansion Card .......................................................................................................... 33

2.7.1 Installing an Expansion Card ............................................................................................................. 33

2.7.2 Configuring an Expansion Card ......................................................................................................... 33

2.7.3 PCI Express x16 slot .......................................................................................................................... 34

2.7.4 MINI PCI Express ............................................................................................................................... 34

2.7.5 CFast Card ......................................................................................................................................... 35

2.8 Jumper settings and Connectors ................................................................................ 36

2.8.1 Clear CMOS (JCMOS1) ................................................................................................................... 36

2.8.2 COM2, COM3, RI/+5V/+12V Select (JCOMPWR2 JCOMPWR3 ) .................................................. 37

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2.8.3 LVDS Back Light power selection (JLVDS_BKL1) ........................................................................... 37

2.8.4 AT/ATX Power Mode Select (JPSON) ............................................................................................. 38

2.8.5 Rear panel connectors ..................................................................................................................... 38

2.8.6 CPU and System fan connectors (CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1) .......................................................... 39

2.8.7 System Panel (F_PANEL) ................................................................................................................ 40

2.8.8 ATX power connectors (ATXPWR, ATX12V1) ................................................................................. 41

2.8.9 Serial Port connectors (COM2, COM3) ............................................................................................ 42

2.8.10 GPIO Connector (JGPIO) .............................................................................................................. 42

2.8.11 Audio Mic.-In & Line-Out Connector (FPAUD1) ........................................................................... 43

2.8.11.1 Signal Description – Audio connector (FPAUD1) ............................................................................. 43

2.8.12 LVDS Connector (LVDS1) ................................................................................................................ 44

2.8.13 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL) ....................................................................................................... 45

2.8.14 SPI Connector (JPI_CN1) ................................................................................................................ 46

2.8.15 LPC Connector (JLPC) ..................................................................................................................... 46

2.8.16 Serial ATA 3 Connector (SATA1, SATA2) ...................................................................................... 47

2.8.17 Serial ATA II Connector (SATA3 , SATA4 , SATA5) ....................................................................... 47

2.8.18 USB connectors (USB56, USB78, USB910, USB1112,) ............................................................... 48

3. BIOS Setup ...................................................................................................................... 49

3.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................ 50

3.2 Starting Setup ............................................................................................................ 50

3.3 Using Setup ............................................................................................................... 51

3.3.1 List Box ............................................................................................................................................... 51

3.3.2 Sub-menu ........................................................................................................................................... 51

3.4 BIOS setup ................................................................................................................. 52

3.4.1 Main Menu .......................................................................................................................................... 53

3.4.2 Advanced BIOS Setup ....................................................................................................................... 54

3.4.3 PCI Subsystem Setting ...................................................................................................................... 55

3.4.4 ACPI Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 56

3.4.5 Trusted computing .............................................................................................................................. 57

3.4.6 CPU configuration .............................................................................................................................. 58

3.4.7 SATA Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 59

3.4.8 Intel TXT(LT) Configuration ................................................................................................................ 60

3.4.9 PCH-FW Configuration ....................................................................................................................... 61

3.4.10 AMT Configuration ......................................................................................................................... 62

3.4.11 USB Configuration ......................................................................................................................... 63

3.4.12 Super IO Configuration .................................................................................................................. 64

3.4.12.1 Serial Port 1 configuration ....................................................................................................... 65

3.4.12.2 Serial Port 2 configuration ....................................................................................................... 66

3.4.12.3 Serial Port 3 configuration ....................................................................................................... 67

3.4.13 Smart Fan Mode Configuration .................................................................................................... 68

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3.4.14 Option ROM Policy .......................................................................................................................... 69

3.4.15 CPU PPM Configuration .................................................................................................................. 71

3.4.16 Chipset............................................................................................................................................. 72

3.4.16.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration ........................................................................................... 72

3.4.16.1.1 LCD Control .................................................................................................................................... 74

3.4.16.1.2 NB PCIe Configuration .................................................................................................................. 77

3.4.17 Memory Configuration ................................................................................................................... 79

3.4.18 PCH-IO Configuration .................................................................................................................... 80

3.4.19 USB Configuration ......................................................................................................................... 82

3.4.20 Boot ................................................................................................................................................ 83

3.4.21 Security .......................................................................................................................................... 84

3.4.22 Save & Exit .................................................................................................................................... 85

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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.

1.2 Packing List

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

 1 x EMX-QM77 Mini-ITX Motherboard
 1 x CD-ROM contains OS drivers/QIG/User’s Manual
 2 x COM cable (9-pin)
 1 x SATA cable (2 in 1,7-pin)
 1 x I/O shield

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Revision

Date

Comment

1st

July 2012

Initial Release

1.3 Document Amendment History

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1.4 Manual Objectives

This manual describes in detail the Avalue Technology EMX-QM77 motherboard 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 interface
with EMX-QM77 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 concerning this manual and want to inform us
of these, please contact our Customer Service department with the relevant details.

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System

CPU

Intel Core i7/ i5/ i3 Pentium® / Celeron® Mobile CPU

BIOS

AMI 64Mb SPI ROM

System Chipset

Intel QM77

I/O Chipset

Nuvoton NCT6776F

Memory

Two 204-pin SODIMM support up to 16GB dual channel DDR3 1600/ 1333

SDRAM, Non-ECC

Watchdog Timer

Reset: 1 to 255 sec/min per step

H/W Status Monitor

Monitoring temperature, voltage and cooling fan status. Auto throttling control

when CPU overheats.

Expansion Slots

1 PCI-E x 16 Gen. 3, 1 Mini PCI-E, 1 CFast

Power State

S1, S3, S4, S5

TPM

TPM 1.2 by Infineon SLB9635

RAID

RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10

Wake up / Boot on LAN

LAN (WOL,PXE)

Smart Fan Control

Yes

Display

Chipset

Intel GMA HD 4000 /2500 (22nm) , 3000/2000(32nm)

Display Memory

Shared Memory, up to 256MB

Dual Display

VGA + LVDS, VGA + HDMI, VGA + DVI, LVDS + HDMI, LVDS + DVI, HDMI + DVI

VGA

Onboard, supports max resolution 2048 x 1536 (@75Hz)

LVDS

Onboard 24-bit LVDS, supports max resolution 1920 x 1200

HDMI

Onboard HDMI 1.3, supports max resolution 1920 x 1200

DVI

Onboard DVI-D, supports max resolution 1920x1200

LVDS Backlight

Yes

Audio

Audio Codec

Realtek AL892, 5.1 Channel HD Audio

Audio Interface

Line-in, line-out, Mic-in, S/PDIF Out, Front Audio Header

Ethernet

LAN1

Intel 82579LM GbE LAN supports iAMT 8.0

LAN2

Intel 82583V GbE LAN

Back Panel I/O Port

1.5 System Specifications

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Back Panel I/O Port

1 PS/2 Keyboard

1 PS/2 Mouse

1 VGA Port

1 HDMI Port

1 COM RS-232 Port

1 DVI Port

4 USB 3.0 Ports

2 LAN RJ45 Ports

1 Audio I/O(3 Jacks)

Internal I/O Connector

Internal I/O Connector

4 USB Connectors support 8 USB Ports,

2 COM RS-232 Connectors

5 SATA Connectors (2 SATA 3.0, 3 SATA II),

1 Front Audio Connector,

1 Front Panel , Connector,

1 CPU Fan Connector

1 System Fan Connector

1 S/PDIF Out Connector

1 Mini PCI-E Connector,

1 CFast Connector,

1 LVDS Connector,

1 LVDS Backlight Power Connector,

1 Keyboard Mouse Header

1GPIO Connector

Mechanical & Environmental

Power Requirement

+12V (11A), +5V (21A), +3.3V (18A), -12V (0.3A), 5VSB (2.5A)

Power Type

ATX (supports AT Mode)

Power Connector

1 20-pin ATX Power Connector,

1 4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector

Operating Temperature

0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)

Operating Humidity

0% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing

Size (L x W)

6.69" x 6.69" (170 x 170mm)

Weight

0.77 lbs (0.35 Kg)

* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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1.6 Architecture Overview – Block Diagram

The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of EMX-QM77.

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2. Hardware
Configuration

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2.1 Product Overview

Supports latest Intel rPGA988 CPU-socket interface processor, the 3rd Generation Intel®
Core i3, i5, i7, Pentium ,Celeron mobile processors which are built on 22/32 nm technologies
to provide smart performance and responsiveness on executing tasks, It combines the CPU
and GPU to offer fantastic HD media and graphics, especially on 3D gaming experience.
Doubles the bandwidth of your system memory up to 21GB/s and pumps up the system
performance at lower power.

DMI (Direct Media Interface) architecture connects between the processor and chipset at

5.0Gb/s which twice the speed of previous version. The exceptionally increased interconnect
bit rate from 2.5Gb/s up to 5.0Gb/s would effectively eliminates the bottle neck of the system
performance and brings the most terrific computing experience from the present to the future.

There are 2 of 5 SATA ports running at speed up to 6.0Gb/s, and each port can connect with
any other SATA 3.0Gb/s devices for backward compatibility. It supports RAID 0(Striped disk
array), RAID 1(Mirroring disk array), RAID 5(Block Interleaved Distributed Parity), RAID 10 (A
Stripe of Mirrors).

The MB also provides users the performance and protection. It is integrated 5.1-channel HD
Audio CODEC delivering advanced multi-channel audio and bringing you the experience of
home theater-quality sound. Delivers transfer speed ten times faster than conventional
Gigabit Ethernet connections, supporting a high transfer rate up to Gigabit/s. Gigabit LAN is
the networking standards for the future and is ideal for handing large amount of data such as
video, audio, and voice. Supports TPM 1.2.

2.1.1 Platform Features and Benefits

•Integrated Gfx (Intel® HD Graphics 4000/3000) with enhanced operating modes to enable
excellent graphics performance in power and cost sensitive embedded applications

• DirectX® 11 & Open CL 1.1 let you enjoy awesome graphics performance, stunning 3D
visual effect and dynamic interactivity

• Memory support, integrated low voltage DDR3 memory controller

• Operating system support:

- Windows XP 32 bit / 64 bit

- Windows 7 32 bit / 64 bit

- Fedora core Linux16 32bit / 64 bit

-Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.0 i386vg

2.1.2 Key Architecture Features

• Supports Intel rPGA988 CPU, the 3’rd Generation Intel® Core i3, i5, i7 Mobile processors.

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- 22/32nm monolithic die

- Integrated Gfx (Intel® HD Graphics 4000/3000) & memory controller

- 4 &2 Cores, up to 8MB Cache

- HW accelerated video CODECs

- Compatible with high speed DDR3-1600

- PCIe* (CPU): Gen 3.0, 8GT/s, **

- TDP: 17W-45W

• Intel® Turbo Boost Technology

-More efficient power sharing between CPU and Graphics

• Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

• Intel® Advanced Vector Extensions (Intel® AVX)

• Intel® AES-New Instructions

• Integrated Display Interfaces

- VGA

- LVDS

- HDMI

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- DVI

• Intel® HD Graphics 4000/3000

- DirectX® 11

- Improved realism for DX 3D applications. Improved rendering.

- OpenCL 1.1

- Improved realism for OGL 3D based application

- UVD (Unified Video Decoder) 2.01
Hardware decode of most common HD codecs (MPEG-2, H.264/AVC MPEG-4 and
VC-1)

- Supports ATI Hybrid CrossFireXTM Technology2

• Intel Quick Sync Video

- Enables faster and higher quality video editing, recording and sharing

• TPM

- Support TPM 1.2

• I/O

- PCI Express® x 16 PCIE 3.0 8GT/s

- Mini PCI Express® x 1Gen 2.5GT/s

- CFast connector SATA II interface

- Five SATA ports (2 port of SATA 3.0 and 3 ports of SATA II) support RAID 0,1, 5, 10

- Gigabit Ethernet Media Access Controller (GbE MAC)
IPv4 and IPv6 Checksum Offload

- High Definition Audio

- USB: 3.0, up to 4 ports

- USB: 2.0, up to 8 ports

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 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

anti-static 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.

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.

- SMBus 2.0

- LPC Bus
Supports SPI devices

- Hardware Monitor
Fan control (Voltage, Temp)
Watchdog timer

2.2 Before you Proceed

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

2.3 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.

2.3.1 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 as indicated in
the image below.

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Place this side towards the rear of the
chassis.

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

2.3.2 Screw Holes

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

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Slots & socket

Label

Function

Note

Page

FCPGA988

FCPGA988 socket

25

DIMMA1

204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM Slot A1

28

DIMMB1

204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM Slot B1

28

PCIEX16

PCI-e x16 Slot

34

MINI-PCIE

MINI PCI-e Slot

34

CFAST

Cfast Slot

Rear Side

35

Jumpers

Label

Function

Note

Page

JCMOS1

Clear CMOS

3 x 1 header, pitch

2.54mm

36

JPSON

AT/ATX Mode Select

3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm

38

JLVDS_BKL1

BL Selec

3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm

37

JCOMPWR2
JCOMPWR3

COM2 COM3
RI/+5V/+12V Select

2 x 3 header, pitch 2.0 mm

37

Rear Panel Connector

Label

Function

Note

Page

KBMS

PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse

6-pin Mini-Din

23

COM1

COM1 Connector

D-sub 9-pin, male

21

DVI (DVI/VGA
2 in 1 Conn)

DVI Port

29-pin DVI-D port

21

VGA1(DVI/VGA
2 in 1 Conn)

VGA Port

D-sub 15-pin, female

21

HDMI1

HDMI Port

HDMI 1.3 19-pin

21

LAN1USB12

RJ-45 Ethernet Connector x 1
USB 2.0 Connector x 2

21

LAN2USB34

RJ-45 Ethernet Connector x 1
USB 2.0 Connector x 2

21

Audio1

Audio Line-In , Line-Out , Mic.-In

5.1 Channel Audio I/O (3
jacks)

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2.4 Jumper and Connector List

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Internal Connector

Label

Function

Note

Page

CPU_FAN

CPU Fan Connector

3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm

39

SYS_FAN1

System Fan Connector

3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm

39

COM2 ~ 3

Serial Port Connector * 2

5x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

42

JGPIO

GPIO Connector

6 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

42

F_PANEL

Intel Front Panel Connector

5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

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ATXPWR

ATX power Connectors

10 x 2 header

41

FPAUD1

Audio Mic.-In & Line-Out Connector

5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

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LVDS

24-bit LVDS Connector

2 x 20 connector

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JBKL

LCD Inverter Connector

1 x 5 connector

45

SPDIF_OUT

S/PDIF Connector

1 x 4 header

22

SATA1 ~ 5

SATA Data Connector * 5

7P Male connector

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ATX12V

ATX Power Connector

2x2 pin power connector

41

USB56
USB78
USB910
USB1112

USB Connector * 8

5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

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 Your boxed Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 Mobile processor package

should come with installation instructions for the CPU, fan and
heatsink assembly. 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 pins are not bent. Contact your
retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any
damage to the PnP cap/socket pins/motherboard components.
Avalue will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is
shipment/transit-related.

 Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Avalue will process

Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the
motherboard comes with the cap on the FCPGA988 socket.

 The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket pins

resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

 Install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly before you install

motherboard to the chassis.

If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make
sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the
CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan
assembly.

2.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount FCPGA988 socket designed for the Intel®
Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 processor in the 988-land package.

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Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing
towards you and the load lever is on your left.

2.5.1 Installing the CPU

2.5.1.1 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

2.5.1.2 Separate CPU cooler and its base first by screw drawer

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1. Assemble the CPU FAN retention
module

CPU Socket triangle

Gold triangle

2. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is the same side as
CPU Socket triangle

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The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU
into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!

3. turn the CPU lock clockwise to lock CPU

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2.5.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan

1. Place the heatsink base on the
relative bottom of motherboard

2. Place the heatsink assembly on
the top of the CPU, making sure that
the four fasteners match the holes on
the motherboard.

3. Screw tightly the four fasteners.

4. Connect the CPU fan cable to the

connector on the motherboard labeled
CPU_FAN.

Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring
errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

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204-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets

Channel

Socket

Channel A

DIMMA1

Channel B

DIMMB1

2.6 System Memory

2.6.1 Overview

The motherboard comes with four 204-pin Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Small Outline Dual
Inline Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) sockets.

A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR SO-DIMM but has a 204-pin
footprint compared to the 204-pin DDR2 DIMM. DDR3 DIMMs are notched differently to
prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The following figure illustrates the location of
the sockets:

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 IF you installed four 1GB memory modules, the system may detect

less than 3GB of total memory because of address space allocation
for other critical functions. This limitation applies to Windows XP
32-bit version operating system since it does not support PAE
(Physical Address Extension) mode.

 IF you install Windows XP 32-bit version operating system, we

recommend that you install less than 3GB of total memory.

 For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)

installed per channel must be the same for better performance
(DIMMA1=DIMMB1).

 Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum

compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor. Refer to the memory Qualified Vendors List
on the next page for details.

 Due to CPU limitation, DIMM modules with 128 Mb memory chips or

double-sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this
motherboard.

2.6.2 Memory Configurations

You may install 1 GB, 2 GB , and 4 GB unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DDR3 SO-DIMMs into
the SO-DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.

2.6.3 Installing a SO-DIMM

1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

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Unlocked retaining clip

DDR3 SO-DIMM notch

2. Align a SO-DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the SO-DIMM matches the break

on the socket.

3. Firmly insert the SO-DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and
the SO-DIMM is properly seated.

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Locked retaining clip

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 A DDR3 SO-DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one

direction. DO NOT force a SO-DIMM into a socket to avoid
damaging the SO-DIMM.

 The DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets do not support DDR SO-DIMMs. DO

NOT install DDR2 SO-DIMMs to the DDR3 SO-DIMM socket.

Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing
SO-DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause
severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

Support the SO-DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the
retaining clips. The SO-DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with
extra force.

Unlocked retaining clip

2.6.4 Removing a SO-DIMM

1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips downward to unlock the DIMM.

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.

2.7 Expansion Card

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

2.7.1 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 completely seated
on the slot.

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

6. Replace the system cover.

2.7.2 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. See Chapter 2 for
information on BIOS setup.

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.

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2.7.3 PCI Express x16 slot

This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16. The following figure shows a graphics card
installed on the PCI Express x16 slot.

2.7.4 MINI PCI Express

This motherboard supports one MINI PCI Express. The following figure shows a Decode card
installed on the MINI PCI Express slot.

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2.7.5 CFast Card

This motherboard supports one CFast Card connector and its location is on button side of MB.
The following figure shows a CFast Card installed on the CFast Card connector..

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Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on
CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause
system boot failure!

Normal (Default)

Clear CMOS

You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to
overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R.
(CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so
the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.

2.8 Jumper settings and Connectors

2.8.1 Clear CMOS (JCMOS1)

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 includes 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.

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RI (Default)

+5V

+12V

+5V (Default)

+3.3V

Function:

Voltage Level shift select for Bright control@LVDS

2.8.2 COM2, COM3, RI/+5V/+12V Select (JCOMPWR2 JCOMPWR3 )

This jumper allows you to select the power mode of COM PORTATX Mode or AT mode

2.8.3 LVDS Back Light power selection (JLVDS_BKL1)

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ATX MODE (Default)

AT MODE

2.8.4 AT/ATX Power Mode Select (JPSON)

This jumper allows you to select ATX Mode or AT mode .

2.8.5 Rear panel connectors

1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.

2. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.

3. Serial connector. This 9-pin COM1 port is for serial devices.

4. HDMI port. This 19-pin HDMI 1.3 port connects to a HDMI monitor.

5. VGA port. This 15-pin VGA port connects to a VGA monitor.

6. DVI-D port This 29-pin DVI-D port connect is for a DVI monitor.

7. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)

through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

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SPEED LED

ACT / LINK LED

Status

Description

Status

Description

OFF

10Mbps connection

OFF

No link

Orange

100Mbps connection

Green

Link

Green

1Gbps connection

Blinking

Data activity

SYS_FAN1

CPU_FAN

Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient
air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.

1.GND

2.SYSFAN1_VCC(PWM)

3.SYSFAN1_IO

1.GND

2.CPUFAN1_VCC(PWM)

3.CPUFAN1_IO

LAN port LED indications

8. USB 3.0 ports 1 ~ 4. These four 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for

connecting USB 3.0 devices.

9. Line In port (light blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio
sources.

10 Line Out port (Green). This port connects a headphone or a speaker.

In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes
Front Speaker Out.

11. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.

2.8.6 CPU and System fan connectors (CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1)

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F_PANEL

1.HDDLED+ 2.POWERLED+

3.HDDLED- 4.POWERLED-

5.GND 6.PWSWITCH

7.RESET 8.GND

9.NC

2.8.7 System Panel (F_PANEL)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel. The functions are as following.

 ATX Power Button/Soft-off Button (Pin 6-8 PWRBT)

This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the
system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings.
Pressing the power switch and holding it for more than four seconds while the system is
ON turns the system OFF.

 Reset Button (Pin 5-7 SYS_RST)

This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.

 Power LED (Pin 2-4 PWRLED)

This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable
to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power,
and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

 Hard Disk Drive Activity LED (Pin 1-3 HDLED)

This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to
this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the
HDD.

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ATXPWR1

ATX12V1

2.8.8 ATX power connectors (ATXPWR, ATX12V1)

The connector is for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit
these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly
until the connectors completely fit.

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COM2 , COM3

JGPIO

1.DCD 6.DSR

2.RXD 7.RTS

3.TXD 8.CTS

4.DTR 9.RI/PWR

5.GND

1.SIO_GPIO0 2.SIO_GPIO4

3.SIO_GPIO1 4.SIO_GPIO5

5.SIO_GPIO2 6.SIO_GPIO6

7.SIO_GPIO3 8.SIO_GPIO7

9.SMB_CLK_RESUME 10.SMB_DAT_RESUME

11.GND 12.VCC GPIO

2.8.9 Serial Port connectors (COM2, COM3)

This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this
connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

2.8.10 GPIO Connector (JGPIO)

This connector is for GPIO function.

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FPAUD1

Signal

Signal Description

Line_JD

Jack detection for Line

MIC2_JD

Jack detection for MIC

FIO_SENSE

Jack detection for FIO

For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend
that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high‑definition audio capability.

10.LINE_JD

8.NC

6.MIC2_JD

4.PRESENSE

2.GND

9.LIN2_L

7.FIO_SENSE

5.LIN2_R

3.MIC2_R

1.MIC2_L

2.8.11 Audio Mic.-In & Line-Out Connector (FPAUD1)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD
Audio or legacy AC ‘97 (optional) audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio
I/O module cable to this connector.

2.8.11.1 Signal Description – Audio connector (FPAUD1)

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LVDS1

39.VDD(+12V) 40.VDD(+12V)

37.GND 38.GND

35.LVDS_B_CK- 36.LVDS_A_CK-

33.LVDS_B_CK+ 34.LVDS_A_CK+

31.GND 32.GND

29.LVDS_B3- 30.LVDS_B2-

27.LVDS_B3+ 28.LVDS_B2+

25.GND 26.GND

23.LVDS_B1- 24.LVDS_B0-

21.LVDS_B1+ 22.LVDS_B0+

19.GND 20.GND

17.LVDS_A3- 18.LVDS_A2-

15.LVDS_A3+ 16.LVDS_A2+

13.GND 14.GND

11.LVDS_A1- 12.LVDS_A0-

9.LVDS_A1+ 10.LVDS_A0+

7.GND 8.GND

5.I2C_CLK 6.I2C_DATA

3.VDD(+3.3V) 4.VDD(+5V)

1.VDD(+3.3V) 2.VDD(+5V)

2.8.12 LVDS Connector (LVDS1)

The connector is for 24-bit dual channel LVDS panel.

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 Signal Description

Signal

Signal Description

VR

For inverter with adjustable Backlight
function, it is possible to control the
LCD brightness through the VR
signal.

Vadj=0.75V ~ 4.25V
(Recommended: 4.7KΩ, > 1/16W)

ENBKL

LCD backlight ON/OFF control signal

JLVDS_JBKL

2.8.13 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL)

The connector is for the control of internal LVDS brightness.

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SPI_CN1

JLPC

1.NC 2.+3.3

3.LPC_AD3 4.PRST_SIO#

5.LPC_AD1 6.LPC_AD2

7.LPC_FRAME# 8.LPC_AD0

9. 10.GND

11.CLK33M_LPC 12.GND

1.+3.3V 2.GND

3.SP1_CS# 4.SPI_CLK

5.SPI_MISO 6.SPI_MOSI

7.NC 8.NC

2.8.14 SPI Connector (JPI_CN1)

Is a point-to-point interface standard, which allows network equipment designers to develop
an array of next-generation multi-service switches and routers to support multi-service traffic
with aggregate bandwidths up to OC-192 (10 Gb/s) and beyond, enabling them to
dramatically increase system performance.

2.8.15 LPC Connector (JLPC)

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SATA1、SATA2

SATA3、SATA4、SATA5

Connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to
SATA device. Or you may connect the right-angle side of
SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid
mechanical conflict with large graphics cards.

2.8.16 Serial ATA 3 Connector (SATA1, SATA2)

These connectors support SATA 3.0 and are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA
hard disk drives.

2.8.17 Serial ATA II Connector (SATA3 , SATA4 , SATA5)

These connectors support SATA 2.0 and are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA
hard disk drives.

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USB56, USB78, USB910, USB1112

9.NC

8.GND 7.GND

6.USB+ 5.USB+

4.USB- 3.USB-

2.USB+5V 1.USB+5V

2.8.18 USB connectors (USB56, USB78, USB910, USB1112,)

These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the optional USB module cable to any of
these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps
connection speed.

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3. BIOS Setup

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 The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most

conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system
becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the
default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.
Select the Load Optimized Defaults from the BIOS menu
screen.

 The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference

purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your
screen.

 Visit the system builder’s website to download the latest BIOS file

for this motherboard

3.1 Introduction

The BIOS setup program allows users to modify the basic system configuration. In this
following chapter will describe how to access the BIOS setup program and the configuration
options that may be changed.

3.2 Starting Setup

This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the
provided utility. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard,

reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to

configure your system using this utility.

Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of
your computer in the future. For example, you can enable the security password feature or
change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using
the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them
in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub.

The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the
computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del>
during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues
with its test routines.

If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or
by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the
system off and then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed.

The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a menu-driven
program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections from the
available options using the navigation keys.

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Key(s)

Function Description

←

Select Screen

↑↓

Select Item

+ -

Change Option / Field/ Value

Enter

Go to Sub Screen

PGDN

Next Page

PGUP

Previous Page

HOME

Go to Top of Screen

END

Go to Bottom of Screen

F1

General Help

F2

Previous Value

F3

Optimized Default

F4

Save & Exit Setup

ESC

Exit

3.3 Using Setup

The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus

3.3.1 List Box

This box appears only in the opening screen. The box displays an initial list of configurable
items in the menu you selected.

3.3.2 Sub-menu

Note that a right pointer symbol appears to the left of certain fields. This pointer
indicates that you can display a sub-menu from this field. A sub-menu contains additional

options for a field parameter. To display a sub-menu, move the highlight to the field and press
<Enter>. The sub-menu appears. Use the legend keys to enter values and move from field to
field within a sub-menu as you would within a menu. Use the <Esc> key to return to the main
menu.

Take some time to familiarize yourself with the legend keys and their corresponding functions.
Practice navigating through the various menus and submenus. If you accidentally make
unwanted changes to any of the fields, press <F9> to load the optimal default values. While
moving around through the Setup program, note that explanations appear in the Item Specific
Help window located to the right of each menu. This window displays the help text for the
currently highlighted field.

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3.4 BIOS setup

When you enter the BIOS, the following screen appears. The BIOS menu screen displays the
items that allow you to make changes to the system configuration. To access the menu items,

press the up/down/right/left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted,

then press [Enter] to open the specific menu.

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3.4.1 Main Menu

This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS
automatically detects the items in this menu. Use this menu for basic system configurations,
such as time, date etc.

BIOS Information

Display the auto-detected BIOS information.

 System Date
The date format is <Date>,<Month>,<Day>,<Year>.

 System Time
The time format is <Hour>,<Minute>,<Second>.

 Access Level
Displays access information.

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Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu
items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.

3.4.2 Advanced 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 as Chipset configuration,
to go to the sub menu for that item. You can display an Advanced BIOS Setup option by
highlighting it using the <Arrow> keys. All Advanced BIOS Setup options are described in this
section. The Advanced BIOS Setup screen is shown below. The sub menus are described on
the following pages.

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3.4.3 PCI Subsystem Setting

The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.
The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA
devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices.

 PCI Bus Driver Version
Displays the information of PCI Bus Driver Version
.

PCI Common Settings

 PCI Latency Timer [32 PCI Bus Clocks]
Allows the PCI Latency Timer to be adjusted. This option sets the latency of all PCI devices
on the PCI bus.
Configuration 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]

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3.4.4 ACPI Settings

 ACPI Sleep State [S3 (suspend to RAM)]
Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter the SUSPEND button is press.
Configuration options: [Suspend Disable][S1 (CPU Stop Clock)] [S3 (suspend to RAM )]
 Resume On RTC Alarm [Disable]
Enable or disable system wake on alarm Event. When enabled, system will wake upon the
hr/min/sec specified.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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3.4.5 Trusted computing

Trusted computing (TPM) settings.

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TPM configuration

 TPM SUPPORT [Disabled]
Enable or disable TPM support.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Current TPM Status Information
Support TURNED OFF.

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It depends on each CPU type.

3.4.6 CPU configuration

 CPU configuration
Displays the CPU information

 Hyper-threading [Enabled]
Enable or disable Hyper-threading support.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Active Processor Cores [All]
Select the numbers of cores in each processor package.
Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3]

 Intel Virtualization Technology [Disable]
When enable, a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool
Technology.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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3.4.7 SATA Configuration

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 SATA Mode [IDE Mode]
Support IDE, AHCI or RAID mode
Configuration options: [IDE Mode][AHCI Mode][RAID Mode]

 Serial-ATA Controller 0 [Compatible]
Enabled/Disabled Serial-ATA Controller 0

 Serial-ATA Controller 1 [Enhanced]
Enabled/Disabled Serial-ATA Controller 1

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3.4.8 Intel TXT(LT) Configuration

Display Intel Trusted Execution Technology configuration.

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3.4.9 PCH-FW Configuration

Configuration Management Engine Technology Parameter

 Display ME Firmware Information

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3.4.10 AMT Configuration

Configuration AMT Parameters

 Intel AMT [Enable]
Enabled/Disabled AMT
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Un-configure ME [Disable]
Un-configure ME without password.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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3.4.11 USB Configuration

USB Configuration Parameters

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 USB Device
Display how many devices are connected.

 Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Enables Legacy USB support. AUTO option disables legacy support if no USB devices are
connected. DISABLE option will keep USB devices available only for EFI applications.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled][Auto]

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3.4.12 Super IO Configuration

System Super IO Chip Parameters.

Super IO Configuration
Super IO Chip [NCT6776F]

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3.4.12.1 Serial Port 1 configuration

Set Parameters of Serial Port 1 (COM1)

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Serial Port 1 Configuration

 Serial Port [Enable]
Enable or Disable Serial Port.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Device Setting [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4]

 Change Setting[Auto]

Select an optimal setting for Super IO device.
Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12]
[IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12]
[IO=2E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12]

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3.4.12.2 Serial Port 2 configuration

Set Parameters of Serial Port 2 (COM2)

Serial Port 2 Configuration

 Serial Port [Enable]
Enable or Disable Serial Port.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Device Setting [IO=260h; IRQ=11]

 Change Setting[Auto]

Select an optimal setting for Super IO device.
Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=C80h; IRQ=5] [IO=C80h; IRQ=5, 7, 9. 10, 11] [IO=C88h;
IRQ=5, 7, 9. 10, 11] [IO=C90h; IRQ=5, 7, 9. 10, 11] [IO=C98h; IRQ=5, 7, 9. 10, 11]

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3.4.12.3 Serial Port 3 configuration

Set Parameters of Serial Port 3 (COM3)

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Serial Port 3 Configuration

 Serial Port [Enable]
Enable or Disable Serial Port.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Device Setting [IO=268h; IRQ=10]

 Change Setting[Auto]

Select an optimal setting for Super IO device.
Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=C88h; IRQ=5] [IO=C80h; IRQ=5, 7, 9. 10, 11] [IO=C88h;
IRQ=5, 7, 9. 10, 11] [IO=C90h; IRQ=5, 7, 9. 10, 11] [IO=C98h; IRQ=5, 7, 9. 10, 11]

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3.4.13 Smart Fan Mode Configuration

Smart Fan Mode configuration

 System Fan Mode [Manual Mode]
Select system Fan mode
Configuration options: [Manual Mode] [SNART FAN IV Mode]

 CPU Fan Mode [Manual Mode]
Select CPU Fan mode
Configuration options: [Manual Mode] [SNART FAN IV Mode]

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3.4.14 Option ROM Policy

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3.4.15 CPU PPM Configuration

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 EIST [Enable]
Enable or Disable Intel Speedstep.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Turbo Mode [Enable]
Enable or Disable Intel Turbo Mode.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 CPU C3 Report[Enable]
Enable or Disable CPU C3 report to SO.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 CPU C6 Report[Enable]
Enable or Disable CPU C6 report to SO.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 CPU C7 Report[Enable]
Enable or Disable CPU C7 report to SO.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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3.4.16 Chipset

3.4.16.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration

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 System Agent RC version
Display System Agent RC information.

 VT-d [Disable]
Set VT-d Enable or Disable
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Primary Display [Auto]
Select primary Display
Configuration options: [Auto] [IGFX] [PEG] [PCI]

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3.4.16.1.1 LCD Control
LCD Control

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 Primary IGFX Boot Display[VBIOS Default]
Select the display port which be activated during POST. This has no effect if external
graphics present.
Configuration options: [VBIOS Default] [CRT] [HDMI] [LVDS] [DVI]

 LCD Panel Type [ 1024x768 LVDS1]
Select LCD panel type for LVDS port
Configuration options: [640x480] [800x600] [1024x768] [1280x1024] [1400x1050]
[1600x1200] [1680x1050] [1600x900] [1280x800] [1280x600] [2048x1536] [1366x768]

 Panel Color Depth[18 Bit]
Select the LFP panel color depth
Configuration options: [18 Bit] [24 Bit]

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3.4.16.1.2 NB PCIe Configuration

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 PEG0 – Gen X
Configure PEG0 B0 :D1 :F0 Gen1-Gen2
Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3]

 PEG ASPM[ASPM L0sL1]
Control ASPM support for the PEG device.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1]

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3.4.17 Memory Configuration

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 Memory Configuration
Display system memory information

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3.4.18 PCH-IO Configuration

PCH Parameters

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 LAN1 Controller [Enable]
Enable/Disable LAN1 Controller
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Wake on LAN1[Enable]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 LAN2 Controller [Enable]
Enable/Disable LAN1 Controller
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Wake on LAN2 from S5 [Disable]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Azalia[auto]
Enable/Disable Azalia HD Audio
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]

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3.4.19 USB Configuration

USB3.0 Support [Enabled]

Enable/Disable USB 3.0(xHCI) support
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

USB Ports Per-Port Disable Control [Disabled]
Enable/Disable USB ports(0~13) disabling
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 EHCI1 [Enabled]
Enable/Disable USB 2.0(EHCI) support
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 EHCI2 [Enabled]
Enable/Disable USB 2.0(EHCI) support
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Enable or disable Extended synchronization
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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3.4.20 Boot

Boot Configuration

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 Setup Prompt Timeout [1]
Number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535(0xFFFF) means indefinite waiting.

 Bootup NumLock State [On]
Select the keyboard NumLock state
Configuration options: [On] [Off]

 Quick Boot [Disable]
Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable]

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3.4.21 Security

 Administrator Password
Set setup Administrator Password

 User Password
Set User Password

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3.4.22 Save & Exit

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 Save changes and Exit
Exit system setup after saving the changes.

 Discard changes and Exit
Exit system setup without saving the changes.

 Save changes and Reset
Reset the system after saving the changes.

 Restore Defaults
Restore/Load default values for all the setup option.

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