Avalue ESM-CDV User Manual

ESM-CDV

COM Express Type 2 CPU Module

User’s Manual

1st Ed – 18 December 2012

Part No. E2047286400R

ESM-CDV User’s Manual

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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.
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HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A
COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN
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OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE
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A Message to the Customer

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:

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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 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.

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Headquarters and Branch

Avalue USA

Avalue Technology Inc.

7F, 228, Lian-cheng Road, Chung Ho City, Taipei,
Taiwan
Tel:[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Information:[e-mail]
Service: [e-mail]

Avalue Technology Inc.

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Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Information: [e-mail]
Service: [e-mail]

BCM Advanced Research

Avalue Europe

BCM Advanced Research
an Avalue Company

7 Marconi, Irvine, CA92618
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Information: [e-mail]
Web: www.bcmcom.com

Avalue Europe A/S

Moelledalen 22C, 3140
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Information: [e-mail]
Service: [e-mail]

Avalue China

Avalue Japan

Avalue Technology Inc.

Room 805, Building 9,No.99 Tianzhou Rd.,
Caohejing Development Area,
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Avalue Technology Inc.

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Information: [e-mail]

Service: [e-mail]

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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Content

1. Getting Started ............................................................................................................ 7

1.1 Safety Precautions .......................................................................................... 7

1.2 Packing List .................................................................................................... 7

1.3 Document Amendment History ....................................................................... 8

1.4 Manual Objectives .......................................................................................... 9

1.5 System Specifications .................................................................................. 10

1.6 Architecture Overview—Block Diagram........................................................ 12

2. Hardware Configuration ........................................................................................... 13

2.1 Product Overview ......................................................................................... 14

2.2 Installation Procedure ................................................................................... 16

2.2.1 Main Memory ........................................................................................... 17

2.3 Jumper and Connector List .......................................................................... 19

2.4 Setting Jumpers & Connectors ..................................................................... 20

2.4.1 AT/ATX mode selector (SW1) .................................................................. 20

2.4.1.1 Signal Description –AT/ATX mode selection ................................. 20

2.4.2 COM Express Connector 1 (CN1A) ......................................................... 21

2.4.2.1 Signal Description – COM Express Connector 1 (CN1A) .............. 25

2.4.3 COM Express Connector 2 (CN1B) ......................................................... 29

2.4.3.1 Signal Description – COM Express Connector 2 (CN1B) .............. 33

3.BIOS Setup .................................................................................................................... 35

3.1 Introduction ................................................................................................... 36

3.2 Starting Setup ............................................................................................... 36

3.3 Using Setup .................................................................................................. 37

3.4 Getting Help ................................................................................................. 38

3.5 In Case of Problems ..................................................................................... 38

3.6 BIOS setup ................................................................................................... 39

3.6.1 Main Menu ............................................................................................... 39

3.6.1.1 System Language .......................................................................... 40

3.6.1.2 System Date .................................................................................. 40

3.6.1.3 System Time .................................................................................. 40

3.6.2 Advanced BIOS settings .......................................................................... 41

3.6.2.1 PCI Subsystem Settings ................................................................ 41

3.6.2.2 ACPI Settings ................................................................................ 42

3.6.2.3 S5 RTC Wake Settings .................................................................. 43

3.6.2.4 CPU Configuration ......................................................................... 43

3.6.2.5 Thermal Configuration ................................................................... 44

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3.6.2.6 IDE Configuration ........................................................................... 47

3.6.2.7 Intel Fast Flash Standby ................................................................ 48

3.6.2.8 USB Configuration ......................................................................... 48

3.6.2.9 H/W Monitor ................................................................................... 49

3.6.2.10 Smart Settings ............................................................................. 50

3.6.2.11 Super IO Configuration ................................................................ 50

3.6.2.12 PPM configuration ........................................................................ 55

3.6.3 Advanced Chipset Features ..................................................................... 55

3.6.3.1 Host bridge .................................................................................... 56

3.6.3.2 South bridge .................................................................................. 59

3.6.4 Boot settings ............................................................................................ 64

3.6.5 Security .................................................................................................... 65

3.6.5.1 Administrator Password ................................................................. 65

3.6.5.2 User Password............................................................................... 65

3.6.6 Save & Exit .............................................................................................. 66

3.6.6.1 Save Changes and Exit ................................................................. 66

3.6.6.2 Discard Changes and Exit ............................................................. 66

3.6.6.3 Save Changes and Reset .............................................................. 67

3.6.6.4 Discard Changes and Reset .......................................................... 67

3.6.6.5 Save Changes ............................................................................... 67

3.6.6.6 Discard Changes ........................................................................... 67

3.6.6.7 Restore Defaults ............................................................................ 67

3.6.6.8 Save as User Defaults ................................................................... 67

3.6.6.9 Restore User Defaults .................................................................... 67

3.6.6.10 Boot override................................................................................ 67

4. Drivers Installation....................................................................................................... 68

4.1 Install VGA Driver ......................................................................................... 69

4.2 Install Ethernet Driver (For Intel 82574L) ..................................................... 70

4.3 Install Chipset Driver .................................................................................... 72

5. Mechanical Drawing .................................................................................................... 74

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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.

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 ESM-CDV COM Express Module

 1 x Quick Installation Guide
 1 x DVD-ROM contains the followings:

— User’s Manual (this manual in PDF file)
— Chipset and Ethernet driver

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Revision

Date

By

Comment

1st

December

2012

Avalue

Initial Release

1.3 Document Amendment History

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1.4 Manual Objectives

This manual describes in details Avalue Technology ESM-CDV 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
ESM-CDV 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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System

CPU

Intel Atom Processor D2550 (N2800 and N2600 for optional)

BIOS

AMI uEFI BIOS, 16Mbit SPI Flash ROM

System Chipset

Intel NM10

System Memory

One DDR3 SO-DIMM socket, data transfer rate supports 800MT/s and 1066MT/s,
up to 4GB

H/W monitor

Nuvoton NCT7904D H/W monitor IC onboard

Watchdog Timer

Nuvoton NCT7904D integrated

- H/W Reset asserted

- 1us – 10min.

Display

Chipset

D2550/N2800/N2600 integrated graphics
One CH-7511B onboard

Interface

2-ch 24-bit LVDS, resolution up to 1920x1080
VGA supported, resolution up to 1920x1200

Ethernet

Chipset

Intel 82574L GbE controller

Interface

10/100/1000base-Tx

Audio

Chipset

Intel NM10 integrated

Interface

HD audio codec interface

Storage

Interface

2 x SATA port
1 x PATA port

Digital

Input/output

Chipset

TI PCA9555PWR

Interface

4 bits for input and 4 bits for output

I/O

COM Express

Type-2 Connector

2 x PCI master
4 x PCIex1
1 x LPC interface
2 x SATA ports
1 x PATA port

1.5 System Specifications

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1 x GbE port
8 x USB2.0 ports
1 x HD audio codec interface
1 x 2-ch 24-bit LVDS port
1 x VGA port
1 x SMBus
8-bit GPIO

- 4-bits for input

- 4-bits for output

Mechanical &

Environmental

Power

Requirement

5VSB & VIN or VIN only.

- 5VSB +-5%

- VIN range from +9V(min) ~ +19V(max)

Power Type

AT / ATX

ACPI

Single power ATX Support S0, S3, S4, S5
ACPI 3.0 Compliant

Operating Temp.

0°C ~60°C

Storage Temp.

-40°C ~75°C

Operating

Humidity

0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing

Size (L x W)

5" x 3.7" (125mm x 95mm)

Weight

0.44 lbs (0.2 Kg)

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1.6 Architecture Overview—Block Diagram

The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of ESM-CDV.

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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 "Save & Exit \
Restore Defaults" feature.

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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SODIMM

2.2.1 Main Memory

ESM-CDV provides one 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM socket, supports up to 4GB DDR3
800/1066 SDRAM

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.

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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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Connectors

Label

Function

Note

SPI1

(Reserved for BIOS programming)

4 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm

CN1A

COM Express connector 1

CN1B

COM Express connector 2

DIMM1

204-pin DDR3 SDRAM DIMM socket

SW1

AT/ATX mode selector

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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*Default

AT/ATX mode

AT mode ATX mode*

AT/ATX mode

Description

AT mode

This Mode supports AT power supply, no need
to press Power button to enable power on/off

ATX mode

This Mode supports ATX power supply. Press the
ATX power button to enable power on/off

2.4 Setting Jumpers & Connectors

2.4.1 AT/ATX mode selector (SW1)

2.4.1.1 Signal Description –AT/ATX mode selection

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Signal

PIN

PIN

Signal

GND

A1

B1

GND

GBE0_MDI3-

A2

B2

GBE0_ACT#

GBE0_MDI3+

A3

B3

LPC_FRAME#

GBE0_LINK100#

A4

B4

LPC_AD0

GBE0_LINK1000#

A5

B5

LPC_AD1

GBE0_MDI2-

A6

B6

LPC_AD2

GBE0_MDI2+

A7

B7

LPC_AD3

GBE0_LINK#

A8

B8

LPC_DRQ0#

GBE0_MDI1-

A9

B9

LPC_DRQ1#

GBE0_MDI1+

A10

B10

LPC_CLK

GND

A11

B11

GND

GBE0_MDI0-

A12

B12

PWRBTN#

GBE0_MDI0+

A13

B13

SMB_CK

GBE0_CTREF

A14

B14

SMB_DAT

SUS_S3#

A15

B15

SMB_ALERT#

SATA0_TX+

A16

B16

SATA1_TX+

SATA0_TX-

A17

B17

SATA1_TX-

SUS_S4#

A18

B18

SUS_STAT#

SATA0_RX+

A19

B19

SATA1_RX+

SATA0_RX-

A20

B20

SATA1_RX-

GND

A21

B21

GND

NC

A22

B22

NC

NC

A23

B23

NC

SUS_S5#

A24

B24

PWR_OK

NC

A25

B25

NC

NC

A26

B26

NC

BATLOW#

A27

B27

WDT

ATA_ACT#

A28

B28

AC_SDIN2

AC_SYNC

A29

B29

AC_SDIN1

AC_RST#

A30

B30

AC_SDIN0

2.4.2 COM Express Connector 1 (CN1A)

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Signal

PIN

PIN

Signal

GND

A31

B31

GND

AC_BITCLK

A32

B32

SPKR

AC_SDOUT

A33

B33

I2C_CK

BIOS_DISABLE#

A34

B34

I2C_DAT

THRMTRIP#

A35

B35

THRM#

USB6-

A36

B36

USB7-

USB6+

A37

B37

USB7+

USB_6_7_OC#

A38

B38

USB_4_5_OC#

USB4-

A39

B39

USB5-

USB4+

A40

B40

USB5+

GND

A41

B41

GND

USB2-

A42

B42

USB3-

USB2+

A43

B43

USB3+

USB_2_3_OC#

A44

B44

USB_0_1_OC#

USB0-

A45

B45

USB1-

USB0+

A46

B46

USB1+

VCC_RTC

A47

B47

EXCD1_PERST#

EXCD0_PERST#

A48

B48

EXCD1_CPPE#

EXCD0_CPPE#

A49

B49

SYS_RESET#

LPC_SERIRQ

A50

B50

CB_RESET#

GND

A51

B51

GND

NC

A52

B52

NC

NC

A53

B53

NC

GPI0

A54

B54

GPO1

NC

A55

B55

NC

NC

A56

B56

NC

GND

A57

B57

GPO2

PCIE_TX3+

A58

B58

PCIE_RX3+

PCIE_TX3-

A59

B59

PCIE_RX3-

GND

A60

B60

GND

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Signal

PIN

PIN

Signal

PCIE_TX2+

A61

B61

PCIE_RX2+

PCIE_TX2-

A62

B62

PCIE_RX2-

GPI1

A63

B63

GPO3

PCIE_TX1+

A64

B64

PCIE_RX1+

PCIE_TX1-

A65

B65

PCIE_RX1-

GND

A66

B66

WAKE0#

GPI2

A67

B67

WAKE1#

PCIE_TX0+

A68

B68

PCIE_RX0+

PCIE_TX0-

A69

B69

PCIE_RX0-

GND

A70

B70

GND

LVDS_A0+

A71

B71

LVDS_B0+

LVDS_A0-

A72

B72

LVDS_B0-

LVDS_A1+

A73

B73

LVDS_B1+

LVDS_A1-

A74

B74

LVDS_B1-

LVDS_A2+

A75

B75

LVDS_B2+

LVDS_A2-

A76

B76

LVDS_B2-

LVDS_VDD_EN

A77

B77

LVDS_B3+

LVDS_A3+

A78

B78

LVDS_B3-

LVDS_A3-

A79

B79

LVDS_BKLT_EN

GND

A80

B80

GND

LVDS_A_CK+

A81

B81

LVDS_B_CK+

LVDS_A_CK-

A82

B82

LVDS_B_CK-

LVDS_I2C_CK

A83

B83

LVDS_BKLT_CTRL

LVDS_I2C_DAT

A84

B84

VCC_5V_SBY_1

GPI3

A85

B85

VCC_5V_SBY_2

KBD_RST#

A86

B86

VCC_5V_SBY_3

KBD_A20GATE

A87

B87

VCC_5V_SBY_4

PCIE_CK_REF0+

A88

B88

RSVD5

PCIE_CK_REF0--

A89

B89

VGA_RED

GND

A90

B90

GND

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