AXIOMTEK IPC912 User Manual

IPC912 Series

Industrial & Fanless Computers

User’s Manual

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Disclaimers

This manual has been carefully checked and believed to contain
accurate information. Axiomtek Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for
any infringements of patents or any third party’s rights, and any
liability arising from such use.

Axiomtek does not warrant or assume any legal liability or
responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any
information in this document. Axiomtek does not make any
commitment to update the information in this manual.

Axiomtek reserves the right to change or revise this document and/or
product at any time without notice.

No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic,
mechanical, photocopying, recording, or othe rw ise, witho ut the pri or
written permission of Axiomtek Co., Ltd.

©Copyright 2011 Axiomtek Co., Ltd.

All Rights Reserved
Oct. 2011, Version A2
Printed in Taiwan

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Safety Precautions

Before getting started, please read the following important safety
precautions.

1. The IPC912 Series does not come equipped with an
operating system. An operating system must be loaded first
before installing any software into the computer.

2. Be sure to ground yourself to prevent static charge when
installing the internal components. Use a grounding wrist
strap and place all electronic components in any static­shielded devices. Most electronic components are sensitive
to static electrical charge.

3. Disconnect the power cord from the IPC912 Series before
making any installation. Be sure both the system and the
external devices are turned OFF. Sudden surge of power
could ruin sensitive components. Make sure the IPC912
Series is properly grounded.

4. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before
connecting the equipment to the power outlet.

5. Turn OFF the system power before cleaning. Clean the
system using a cloth only. Do not spray any liquid cleaner
directly onto the screen.

6. Do not leave this equipment in an uncontrolled environm e nt
where the storage temperature is b elow -2 0℃ or ab ove 80℃.

It may damage the equipment.

7. Do not open the system’s back cover. If opening the cover
for maintenance is a must, only a trained technician is
allowed to do so. Integrated circuits on computer boards are
sensitive to static electricity. To avoid damaging chips from
electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions:

 Before handling a board or integrated circuit, touch an

unpainted portion of the system unit chassis for a few
seconds. This will help to discharge any static electricity
on your body.

 When handling boards and components, wear a wrist-

grounding strap, available from most electronic
component stores.

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Classification

1. Degree of production against electric shock: not classified

2. Degree of protection against the ingress of water: IPX0

3. Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a
flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or
nitrous oxide.

4. Mode of operation: Continuous

5. Type of protection against electric shock: Class I equipment

General Cleaning Tips

You may need the following precautions before you begin to clean the
computer. When you clean any single part or component for the
computer, please read and understand the details below fully.

When you need to clean the device, please rub it with a piece of dry
cloth.

1. Be cautious of the tiny removable components when you use

a vacuum cleaner to absorb the dirt on the floor.

2. Turn the system off before you start to clean up the

component or computer.

3. Never drop the components inside the computer or get circuit

board damp or wet.

4. Be cautious of all kinds of cleaning solvents or chemicals

when you use it for the sake of cleaning. Some individuals
may be allergic to the ingredients.

5. Try not to put any food, drink or cigarette around the

computer.

Cleaning Tools:
Although many companies have created products to help improve the

process of cleaning your computer and peripherals users can also
use household items to clean their computers and peripherals. Below
is a listing of items you may need or want to use while cleaning your
computer or computer peripherals.

Keep in mind that some components in your computer may only be
able to be cleaned using a product designed for cleaning that
component, if this is the case it will be mentioned in the cleaning.

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z Cloth: A piece of cloth is the best tool to use when rubbing up

a component. Although paper towels or tissues can be used
on most hardware as well, we still recommend you to rub it
with a piece of cloth.

z Water or rubbing alcohol: You may moisten a piece of cloth a

bit with some water or rubbing alcohol and rub it on the
computer. Unknown solvents may be harmful to the plastics
parts.

z Vacuum cleaner: Absorb the dust, dirt, hair, cigarette

particles, and other particles out of a computer can be one of
the best methods of cleaning a computer. Over time these
items can restrict the airflow in a computer and cause
circuitry to corrode.

z Cotton swabs: Cotton swaps moistened with rubbing alcohol

or water are excellent tools for wiping hard to reach areas in
your keyboard, mouse, and other locations.

z Foam swabs: Whenever possible it is better to use lint free

swabs such as foam swabs.

Note It is strongly recommended that you should shut down

the system before you start to clean any single
components.

Please follow the steps below:

1. Close all application programs

2. Close operating software

3. Turn off power switch

4. Remove all device

5. Pull out power cable

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Scrap Computer Recycling

If the computer equipments need the mainte nance or are beyond
repair, we strongly recommended that you should inform your
Axiomtek distributor as soon as possible for the suitable solution. For
the computers that are no longer useful or no longer working well,
please contact your Axiomtek distributor for recycling and we will
make the proper arrangement.

Trademarks Acknowledgments

Axiomtek is a trademark of Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
IBM, PC/AT, PS/2, VGA are trademarks of International
Business Machines Corporation.

Intel

®

and Pentium® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
MS-DOS, Microsoft C and QuickBASIC are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
SST is a trademark of Silicon Storage Technology, Inc.
Other brand names and trademarks are the properties and registered
brands of their respective owners.

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Table of Contents

Disclaimers........................................................................ii

Safety Precautions ..........................................................iii

Classification ...................................................................iv

General Cleaning Tips.....................................................iv

Scrap Computer Recycling.............................................vi

CHAPTER 1............................................................................ 1

INTRODUCTION ................................................................ 1

1.1 General Description..........................................2

1.2 System Specifications......................................3

1.2.1 Main CPU Board........................................................3

1.2.2 I/O System ................................................................3

1.2.3 System Specification...............................................4

1.3 Dimensions .......................................................5

1.4 I/O Outlets..........................................................6

1.5 Jumper Settings................................................7

1.6 Packing List.....................................................12

CHAPTER 2.......................................................................... 13

HARDWARE INSTALLATION ...................................... 13

2.1 Installing the Processor.................................13

2.2 Installing the Memory Module....................... 17

2.3 Installing the Hard Disk Drive........................ 19

2.4 Installing the PCI or PCIe Card...................... 21

CHAPTER 3.......................................................................... 23

AMI BIOS UTILITY ........................................................... 23

3.1 Starting............................................................23

3.2 Navigation Keys..............................................23

3.3 The Main Menu................................................24

3.4 Advanced BIOS Features...............................25

3.5 PCI PnP Menu ...................................... ...........43

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3.6 Boot Menu............................................. ..........45

3.7 Security Menu.................................................48

3.8 EXIT Menu .......................................................54

Appendix A.......................................................................... 56

CAN BUS Module Introduce............................................ 56

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

This chapter contains general information and a detailed specification
of the IPC912 Series. Chapter 1 includes the following sections:

 General Description
 System Specification
 Dimensions
 I/O Outlets
 Package List

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1.1 General Description

The IPC912 Series is a fanless system that can support Socket P for
Intel

®

Core

TM

2 Duo/Celeron® M processors. The IPC912 Series

supports Windows

®

XP, and Windows® XP embedded, Vista, and

Fedora, suitable for the most endurable operation.

Reliable and Stable Design

The IPC912 Series adopts two anti-vibration hard-drive bays, which
makes it especially suitable for vibration environments, best for
industrial automation, digital signage and gaming application.

¾ Embedded O.S. Supported

The IPC912 Series not only supports Windows

®

XP, but also

supports embedded OS, such as Windows

®

XP embedded. For

storage device, the IPC912 Series supports one 2.5" HDD driver
bay and one onboard CompactFlash

™ socket.

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1.2 System Specifications

1.2.1 Main CPU Board

z CPU

 Socket P Intel

®

Core

TM

2 Duo/Celeron® M processors

z System Chipset

 Intel

®

GM45+ICH9M chipset

z BIOS

 AMI BIOS, with Smart View and Customer CMOS Backup.

z System Memory

 Two 204-pin DDR3 800/1066 MHz SODIMM sockets, with

maximum up to 8GB

z Features

 Fanless Operation
 Compact & Front IO design
 Supports Two expansion slots
 DC to DC power supply support 10V to 30V

1.2.2 I/O System

z Standard I/O Interface -- Front

 ATX power on/off switch
 One 2-pin connector output for remote power on/off switch
 10VDC to 30VDC with phoenix power plug or External 150W

AC Adapter

 Six USB 2.0 ports
 HDD access/Power LEDs
 Three RS232(COM 2/3/4)
 One RS232/422/485(COM 1)
 One VGA connector
 Two 10/100 LAN ports

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z Expansion Slot

 HAB100: One PCIex1 & 1 PCIex4 or 2 PCIex1
 HAB103: One PCI & One PCIex4
 HAB102: One PCIex4 & One PCI-X

NOTE The maximum power rating for expansion slots at

45℃can not be exceeded the following values

+5V+5Vsb+3.3V<34W
+5V+3.3V+12V<48W

1.2.3 System Specification

z Drive Capacity

 Supports One 2.5” HDD driver bay; one onboard

CompactFlash

™ Socket

z Power Input

 10VDC to 30VDC with phoenix power plug
 External 150W AC Adapter

– Power Input : 100VAC to 240VAC
– Power Output : 19V DC@7.89A

z Operation Temperature

 Ambient with air flow: 0℃ ~ 45℃

z Storage Temperature

 -20℃ ~ 80℃

z Humidity

 10% ~ 90% (Non-condensing)

z Dimensions

 142mm (5.6”) (W) x 248 mm (9.7”) (D) x 185mm (7.3”) (H)

NOTE All specifications and images are subject to change

without notice.

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1.3 Dimensions

The following diagrams show you dimensions and outlines of the
IPC912 Series.

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1.4 I/O Outlets

The following figures show you I/O outlets on front and rear panels of
the IPC912 Series.

Front Panel

1. Ethernet x 2

2. VGA Port

3. USB 2.0 x 2

4. LED for Power & HDD

5. ATX Power Switch

6. Power Connector (Din Jack or Phoenix Plug)

7. RS-232(COM2/3/4)
RS-232/422/485(COM1)
(Optional: user can use COM2 as a CAN BUS
Module)

8. Remote power switch

9. USB 2.0 x 4

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1.5 Jumper Settings

The IPC912 has a number of jumpers inside the chassis that allow you
to configure your system to suit your application. The table below lists
the functions of the various jumpers.

These jumpers select the COM1 port’s communication
mode to operate RS-232 or RS-422/485.

Description Function Jumper Setting

RS-232
(Default)

JP1

JP2

JP3

RS-422

JP1 JP2

JP3

COM1

RS-485

JP1 JP2

JP3

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These jumpers select the COM1, COM2 ports’ DCD and
RI mode.

Description Function Jumper Setting

Pin 1=12V

Pin 1=5V

*Pin 1=DCD
(Default)

Pin 8=12V

Pin 8=5V

COM1 DCD & RI
Voltage Selection
(JP6)

*Pin 8=RI
(Default)

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Description Function Jumper Setting

Pin 1=12V

Pin 1=5V

*Pin 1=DCD
(Default)

Pin 8=12V

Pin 8=5V

COM2 DCD & RI
Voltage Selection
(JP5)

*Pin 8=RI
(Default)

NOTE: If you are using COM2 as a CAN Bus module, please

refer to Appedix A.

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CompactFlash™ Device Setting Jumper (JP8~11)

Jumper Description Jumper Setting Description Jumper Setting

CF Device Enable

(Default)

Disable

ComplactFlash™ Voltage Selection Jumper (JP12)

This jumper is to select the voltage for CompactFlashTM interface.

Description Function Jumper Setting

3.3V (Default)

CompactFlashTM
Voltage Selection

5V

CMOS Clear Jumper (JP19)

You may need to use this jumper to clear the CMOS memory if
incorrect settings in the Setup Utility.

Description Function Jumper Setting

Normal (Default)

CMOS Clear

Clear CMOS

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USB Voltage Selection Jumpers (JP14, JP15, JP17)

This jumper is to select the voltage for USB interface.

Description Function Jumper Setting

5V

USB Voltage
Selection

5V_SBY

LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper (JP18)

This jumper is to select the voltage for LVDS interface.

Description Function Jumper Setting

3.3V (Default)

LVDS Voltage
Selection

5V

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1.6 Packing List

The package bundled with y our IPC912 Series should contain the
following items:

z IPC912 Series Unit x 1
z 19V 150W Adapter and US Power Cord (for IPC912 AC Version)
z Driver CD
z Quick Manual
z Wall Mount Bracket x 2
z HD Bracket x 1
z Screw pack x 1
z Food pad x 4

If you can not find this package or any items are missing, please
contact Axiomtek distributors immediately.

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CHAPTER 2

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

The IPC912 Series are convenient for your various hardware
configurations, such as CPU (Central Processing Unit), Memory
Module, HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and PCIe card. The chapter 2 will
show you how to install the hardware. It includes:

2.1 Installing the Processor

The Intel® Pentium® M Processor is available as a boxed processor for
laptop computers in the micro-FCPGA form factor. Intel recommends
the processor should be installed by a computer professional since this
electronic device may cause serious damage to the installer, sy st em
and processor if installed improperly.

Important Notes

Before attempting to install a new processor,
carefully review the documentation that came with your system and
make sure that you will not be voiding your warranty by opening the
computer or replacing your processor.

Instructions:

1. Make sure that your system can accommodate the Intel

®

Pentium

®

M Processor that you want to install. Check for
motherboard, BIOS, and thermal compatibility by using the
manufacturer's documentation for the laptop computer, or by
contacting the vendor if necessary. This processor should only
be installed in systems supporting the Intel

®

Pentium® M

Processor.

Important Notes

Do not use an Intel® Pentium® M Processor
in a desktop system and do not use a desktop processor in an
Intel

®

Pentium® M Processor notebook. Since these processors
have different electrical specifications, damage to the processor
and system can occur.

2. Obtain access to your processor socket as described in the
documentation for your system.

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3. If the cooling solution prevents you from accessing the processor
socket, you may need to remove it. Instructions on how to
remove your cooling solution should be provided in the
documentation that came with the system.

4. To un-install the current processor, use a screwdriver to
disengage (open) the socket actuator, as shown in Figure 1
below. (The most commonly used sockets are Molex* or
FoxConn* sockets, so they are used in the illustrations below.)
The socket actuator should open after only a half turn or so, and
you should then be able to remove the processor with your
fingers.

Procedure of Installation:

Step 1 Turn off the system.
Step 2 Disconnect the power connector.
Step 3 Loosen screws to remove the top and side covers from the

chassis.

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Step 4 After opening the top and side covers, you can locate the

CPU socket and heatsink as marked. Align pins of the CPU
with pin holes of the socket. Be careful of the CPU’s
orientation that you need to align the arrow mark on the CPU
with the arrow key on the socket. Place the CPU into the
socket, and use a screwdriver to lock it onto the socket.

Step 5 Place the CPU Heatsink on the CPU, and lock it by

screwdriver.

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Step 6 Close the top and side covers back to the chassis, and fasten
all screws.

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2.2 Installing the Memory Module

Step 1 Turn off the system.
Step 2 Disconnect the power connector.
Step 3 Loosen screws to remove the side cover from the chassis.

Step 4 Please follow steps below to install the upper memory module:

1. Align the memory module with the socket that notches of
memory module must match the socket keys for a correct
installation.

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2. Install the memory module into the socket and push it
firmly down until it is fully seated. The socket latches are
clipped on to the edges of the SO-DIMM.

Step 5 Put back the side cover to the chassis and fasten all screws.

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2.3 Installing the Hard Disk Drive

The IPC912 Series offers a convenient drive bay module for users to
install HDD. The system offers users one 2.5” Hard Disk Drive for
installation. Please follow the steps:

Step 1 Turn off the system.
Step 2 Disconnect the power connector.
Step 3 Loosen screws to remove the top & Side cover from the

chassis.

Step 4 Open the top cover and locate the two Hard Disk Drives from

the side.

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Step 5 Use assembly parts to fix HDD with the bracket.

Step 6 Install and fix the HDD through the side, next, plug the power

cable in HDD.

Step 7 Close the top cover back to the chassis and fasten all screws.

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2.4 Installing the PCI or PCIe Card

Step 1 Turn off the system.
Step 2 Disconnect the power connector.
Step 3 Loosen screws to remove the top cover from the chassis.

Removing the PCI or PCIe bracket by releasing the button as
marked.

Step 4 Locate the PCI or PCIe slots from the side.

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Step 5 Align the PCI or PCIe card with the slot, and press the card

into the slot until it is firmly seated.

Step 6 Close the top cover back to the chassis and fasten all screws.

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CHAPTER 3

AMI BIOS UTILITY

This chapter provides users with detailed description how to s et
up basic system configuration through the AMIBIOS8 BIOS
setup utility.

3.1 Starting

To enter the setup screens, follow the steps below:

1. Turn on the computer and press the <Del> key immediately.
After you press the <Delete> key, the main BIOS setup menu displays.

You can access the other setup screens from the main BIOS setup
menu, such as the Chipset and Power menus.

3.2 Navigation Keys

ÆÅ Left/Right

The Left and Right <Arrow> keys allow you to select a
setup screen.

ÇÈ Up/Down

The Up and Down <Arrow> keys allow you to select a
setup screen or sub-screen.

+− Plus/Minus

The Plus and Minus <Arrow> keys allow you to change the
field value of a particular setup item.

Tab

The <Tab> key allows you to select setup fields.

F1

The <F1> key allows you to display the General Help
screen.

F10

The <F10> key allows you to save any changes you have
made and exit Setup. Press the <F10> key to save your
changes.

Esc

The <Esc> key allows you to discard any changes you
have made and exit the Setup. Press the
<Esc> key to exit the setup without saving your changes.

Enter

The <Enter> key allows you to display or change the setup
option listed for a particular setup item. The <Enter> key
can also allow you to display the setup sub- screens.

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3.3 The Main Menu

Once you enter the AMI BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu
appears on the screen. In the Main Menu, there are several Setup
functions and a couple of Exit options for your selection. Use arrow
keys to select the Setup Page you intend to configure then press
<Enter> to accept or enter its sub-menu.

z System Time/Date

Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight
System Time or System Date using the <Arrow> keys. Enter new
values through the keyboard. Press the <Tab> key or the <Arrow>
keys to move between fields. The date must be entered in
MM/DD/YY format. The time is entered in HH:MM:SS format.

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3.4 Advanced BIOS Features

The Advanced menu allows users to set configuration of the CPU and
other system devices. You can select any of the items in the left frame
of the screen to go to the sub menus:

y CPU Configuration
y IDE Configuration
y Floppy Configuration
y SuperIO Configuration
y Hardware Health Configuration
y ACPI Configuration
y AHCI Configuration
y APM Configuration
y Event Log Configuration
y Intel VT-d Configuration
y Smbios Configuration
y USB Configuration

For items marked with “f”, please press <Enter> for more opti ons.

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z CPU Configuration

This screen shows the CPU Configuration, and you can change
the value of the selected option this section allows you to configure
and improve your system, to set up some system features according to
your preference.

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z CPU Feature

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the CPU Feature sub
menu.

¾ MPS Revision

Use this item to select MPS (Multi Processor Specification)
Revision 1.1 or 1.4. The default setting is 1.4.

¾ Hardware Prefetcher

This item automatically analyzes its requirements and
prefetches data and instructions from the memory. When
enabled, the processor’s hardware prefetcher will be
allowed to automatically prefetch data and code for the
processor.

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¾ Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch

This item has a hardware adjacent cache line prefetch
mechanism that automatically fetches extra cache line
whenever the processor requests for a cache line. This
reduces cache latency by making the next cache line
immediately available if the processor requires it as well.
The processor will retrieve the currently requested cache
line and the subsequent cache line when enabled.
The processor will only retrieve the currently requested
cache line when disabled.

¾ Max CPUID Value Limit

You can enable this item to let legacy operating systems
boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPU ID
functions.

¾ Intel (R) Virtualization Tech

Use this feature to enable or disable the Intel Virtualization
Technology (IVT) extensions, which allow multiple
operating systems to run simultaneously on the same
system.
When the IVT extensions are enabled, it allows for
hardware-assisted virtual machine management.

¾ Execute-Disable Bit Capability

This item helps you enable or disable the No-Execution
Page Protection Technology.

¾ Core Multi-Processing

This feature controls the functionality of the Core Multi­Processing to allow the processor to execute multitasking
function.

¾ Intel (R) SpeedStep (tm) tech

This item helps you enable or disable the Intel SpeedStep
Technology.

¾ Intel (R) C-STATE tech

Use this item to enable or disable the C-State technology.

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z IDE Configuration

You can use this screen to select options for the IDE Configuration,
and change the value of the selected option. A description of the
selected item appears on the right side of the screen. For items
marked with “f”, please press <Enter> for more options.

¾ SATA#1 Configuration

Use this item to control the onboard SATA controller. Here
are the options for your selection, Compatible, Disabled,
and Enhanced.

¾ Configure SATA#1 as

Use this item to choose the SATA operation mode. Here
are the options for your selection, IDE and AHCI.

¾ SATA#2 Configuration

Use this item to control the onboard SATA controller. Here
are the options for your selection, Enhanced and Disabled.

¾ Primary/Secondary/Third/Fourth IDE Master/Slave

Select one of the hard disk drives to configure IDE devices
installed in the system by pressing <Enter> for more
options.

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z Floppy Configuration

You can use this screen to select options for the Floppy
Configuration, and change the value of the selected opti on. A
description of the selected item appears on the right side of the
screen. For items marked with “f”, please press <Enter> for more
options.

¾ Floppy A

This item selects the type of floppy disk installed in the
computer.

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z SuperIO Configuration

You can use this screen to select options for the SuperIO
Configuration, and change the value of the selected opti on. A
description of the selected item appears on the right side of the
screen.

¾ OnBoard Floppy Controller

Use this item to enable or disable the onboard floppy drive
controller.

¾ Serial Port1 Address

This option specifies the base I/O port address and
Interrupt Request address of serial port 1. The Optimal
setting is 3F8/IRQ4. The Fail-Safe default setting is

Disabled.

¾ Serial Port2 Address

This option specifies the base I/O port address and
Interrupt Request address of serial port 2. The Optimal
setting is 2F8/IRQ3. The Fail-Safe setting is Disabled.

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¾ Serial Port2 Mode

This item specifies the mode used by the serial port 2.

¾ Parallel Port Address

Select an operating mode for the onboard parallel (printer)
port.

¾ Parallel Port IRQ

Use this item to set up the IRQ for onboard parallel port.

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z Hardware Health Configuration

This screen shows the Hardware Health Configuration , and a
description of the selected item appears on the right side of the screen

¾ H/W Health Function

You can select this item Enabled for the Hardware Health
Monitoring Device. The Hardware Health Event Monitoring
displays the temperature of CPU and System, Fan Speed,
Vcore, etc.

¾ SYSFAN/CPUFAN/AUXFAN Mode Setting

These items can enable or disable the Smart Fan to adjust
the CPU/system fan speed automatically in accordance
with the current CPU temperature that can prevent the
system overheating. There are these options Manual Mode
and Thermal Cruise Mode.

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z ACPI Configuration

You can use this screen to select options for the ACPI
Configuration, and change the value of the selected option . A
description of the selected item appears on the right side of the
screen.

¾ General ACPI Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the General
ACPI Configuration sub menu, which contains General
ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management
Interface) options for your configuration.

¾ Advanced ACPI Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the Advanced
ACPI Configuration sub menu, which contains Advanced
ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management
Interface) options for your configuration.

¾ Chipset ACPI Configuration

Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the Chipset
ACPI Configuration sub menu, which contains Chipset
ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management

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Interface) options for your configuration.

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z AHCI Configuration

You can use this screen to select options for the AHCI
Configuration, and change the value of the selected opti on. A
description of the selected item appears on the right side of the
screen.

¾ AHCI BIOS Support

You can enable or disable this item to control the AHCI
function of the SATA controller.

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z APM Configuration

You can use this screen to select options for the APM Co nfigu r a tion,
and change the value of the selected option. A description of the
selected item appears on the right side of the screen.

¾ Power Management

Set this value to allow Power Management/APM support.
The default setting is Enabled.

Disabled

Set this value to prevent the chipset power
management and APM (Advanced Power
Management) features.

Enabled

Set this value to allow the chipset power
management and APM (Advanced Power
Management) features. This is the default setting.

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¾ Power Button Mode

This option specifies how the externally mounted power
button on the front of the computer chassis is used. The
default setting is On/Off.

On/Off

Pushing the power button turns the computer on or
off. This is the default setting. This is the default
setting.

Standby

Pushing the power button places the computer in
Standby mode.

Suspend

Pushing the power button places the computer in
Suspend mode or Full On power mode.

¾ Video Power Down Mode

This option specifies the Power State that the video
subsystem enters when the BIOS places it in a power
saving state after the specified period of display inactivity
has expired. The default setting is Suspend.

Disabled

This setting prevents the BIOS from initiating any
power saving modes concerned with the video display
or monitor.

Standby

This option places the monitor into standby mode after
the specified period of display inactivity has expired.
This means the monitor is not off. The screen will
appear blacked out. The standards do not cite specific
power ratings because they vary from monitor to
monitor.

Suspend

This option places the monitor into suspend mode after
the specified period of display inactivity has expired.
This means the monitor is not off. The screen will
appear blacked out. The standards do not cite specific
power ratings because they vary from monitor to
monitor, but this setting use less power than Standby
mode. This is the default setting.

¾ Hard Disk Drive Power Down Mode

This option specifies the power conserving state that the
hard disk drive enters after the specified period of hard
drive inactivity has expired. The default setting is Suspend.

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Disabled

This setting prevents hard disk drive power down
mode.

Standby

This option stops the hard disk drives from spinning
during a system standby.

Suspend

This option cuts the power to the hard disk drives
during a system suspend. This is the default setting.

¾ Throttle Slow Clock Ratio

Use this item to specify the speed of the system clock
when running the power saving states.

¾ System Thermal

Use this item to enable or disable the function of system
temperature control.

¾ Resume On Ring

This item enables or disables the function of Resume on
Ring that resume the system through incoming calls.

¾ Resume On RTC Alarm

You can set “Resume On RTC Alarm” item to enabled and
key in Data/time to power on system.

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z Event Log Configuration

This screen shows the Event Log Configuration, and a description
of the selected item appears on the right side of the screen.

¾ View Event Log

This item is to display the system events in the System Event
Log.

¾ Mark all events as read

This item is to mark all events in the log as read.

¾ Clear Event Log

Enable this item is to clear the event log each time the
system is rebooted.

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z Smbios Configuration

You can use this screen to select options for the Smbios
Configuration, and change the value of the selected opti on. A
description of the selected item appears on the right side of the
screen.

¾ Smbios Smi Support

When this item is enabled, the system can support the
SMBIOS SMI wrapper for the PnP.

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z USB Configuration

You can use this screen to select op tions for the U SB Co nfigura tion,
and change the value of the selected option. A description of the
selected item appears on the right side of the screen.

¾ USB Functions

This item allows you to enable or disable USB functions.

¾ Legacu USB Support

Use this item to enable or disable support for USB device
on legacy operating system. The default setting is Enabled

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3.5 PCI PnP Menu

The PCI PnP menu allows users to change the advanced settings for
PCI/PnP devices.

¾ Clear NVRAM

Use this item to clear the data in the NVRAM (CMOS).
Here are the options for your selection, No and Yes.

¾ Plug & Play O/S

When the setting is No, Use this item to configure all the
devices in the system. When the setting is Yes and if you
install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating
system configures the Plug and Play devices not required
for boot. The default setting is No.

¾ PCI Latency Timer

This item controls how long a PCI device can hold the PCI
bus before another takes over. The longer the latency, the
longer the PCI device can retain control of the bus before
handing it over to another PCI device. There are several
options for your selection.

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¾ Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA

This item allows BIOS to choose an IRQ to assign for the
PCI VGA card. Here are the options for your selection, No
and Yes.

¾ Palette Snooping

Some old graphic controllers need to “snoop” on the VGA
palette, and then map it to their display as a way to provide
boot information and VGA compatibility. This item allows
such snooping to take place. Here are the options for your
selection, Disabled and Enabled.

¾ PCI IDE BusMaster

This item is a toggle for the built-in driver that allows the
onboard IDE controller to perform DMA (Direct Memory
Access) transfer. Here are the options for your selection,
Disabled and Enabled.

¾ OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card

This item is for any other non-onboard PCI/ISA IDE
controller adapter. There are several options for your
selection.

¾ IRQ3/4/5/7/9/10/11/14/15

These items will allow you to assign each system interrupt
a type, depending on the type of device using the interrupt.
The option “Available” means the IRQ is going to assign
automatically. Here are the options for your selection,
Available and Reserved.

¾ DMA Channel 0/1/3/5/6/7

These items will allow you to assign each DMA channel a
type, depending on the type of device using the channel.
The option “Available” means the channel is going to
assign automatically. Here are the options for your
selection, Available and Reserved.

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3.6 Boot Menu

The Boot menu allows users to change boot options of the system. You
can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen to go to the
sub menus:

y Boot Settings Configuration

For items marked with “f”, please press <Enter> for more opti ons.

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z Boot Settings Configuration

¾ Quick Boot

Enabling this item lets the BIOS skip some power on self
tests (POST). The default setting is Enabled.

¾ LAN1/LAN2 Boot

Use these items to enable or disable the Boot ROM
function of the onboard LAN chip when the system boots
up.

¾ AddOn ROM Display Mode

This item selects the display mode for option ROM. The
default setting is Force BIOS.

¾ Boot Num-Lock

Use this item to select the power-on state for the NumLock.
The default setting is On.

¾ Wait For ‘F1’ Of Error

If this item is enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be
pressed when error occurs. The default setting is Enabled.

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¾ Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display

If this item is enabled, the system displays the message
“Press DEL to run Setup” during POST.The default setting
is Enabled.

¾ Interrupt 19 Capture

If this item is enabled, this function makes the option ROMs
to trap Interrupt 19. The default setting is Disabled.

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3.7 Security Menu

The Security menu allows users to change the security settings for the
system.

¾ Supervisor Password

This item indicates whether a supervisor password has
been set. If the password has been installed, Installed
displays. If not, Not Installed displays.

¾ User Password

This item indicates whether a user password has been set.
If the password has been installed, Installed displays. If not,
Not Installed displays.

¾ Change Supervisor Password

Select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub
menu. You can use the sub menu to change the supervisor
password.

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¾ Change User Password

Select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub
menu. You can use the sub menu to change the user
password.

¾ Boot Sector Virus Protection

This option is near the bottom of the Security Setup screen.
The default setting is Disabled

Disabled

Set this value to prevent the Boot Sector Virus Protection.
This is the default setting.

Enabled

Select Enabled to enable boot sector protection. It displays
a warning when any program (or virus) issues a Disk
Format command or attempts to write to the boot sector of
the hard disk drive. If enabled, the following appears when
a write is attempted to the boot sector. You may have to
type N several times to prevent the boot sector write.
Boot Sector Write!
Possible VIRUS: Continue (Y/N)? _
The following appears after any attempt to format any
cylinder, head, or sector of any hard disk drive via the
BIOS INT 13 Hard disk drive Service:
Format!!!
Possible VIRUS: Continue (Y/N)?

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z Chipset Menu
The Chipset menu allows users to change the advanced chipset

settings. You can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen
to go to the sub menus:

y North Bridge Configuration
y South Bridge Configuration

For items marked with “f”, please press <Enter> for more opti ons.

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z North Bridge Configuration

¾ Memory Hole

You can reserve this area of system memory for ISA
adapter ROM. When this area is reserved it cannot be
cached. Check the user information of peripherals that
need to use this area o f system memory for the memory
requirements. Here are the options, Disabled and 15M-16M.

¾ Boot Graphic Adapter Priority

This item allows you to select the graphics controller as the
primary boot device.

¾ Internal Graphics Mode Select

This item allows you to select the amout of system memory
used by the internal graphics device.

¾ PEG Port Configuration/PEG Port

This item is a toggle to enable or disable the PCI Express
port. Here are the options for your selection, Auto and
Disabled.

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¾ Video Function Configuration

You can press <Enter> for the sub-menu to set up video
function.

z South Bridge Configuration

¾ USB Controller

This item allows you to enable or disable USB
function/controller.

¾ Restore on AC Power Loss

This item can control how the PC will behave once power is
restored following a power outage, or other unexpected
shutdown.

¾ PCIE Port Configuration This item can control how the

PC will behave once power is restored following a power

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outage, or other unexpected shutdown.

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3.8 EXIT Menu

The Exit menu allows users to load your system configuration with
optimal or failsafe default values.

¾ Save Changes and Exit

When you have completed the system configuration
changes, select this option to leave Setup and reboot the
computer so the new system configuration parameters can
take effect. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Exit
menu and press <Enter>. Select Ok to save changes and
exit.

¾ Discard Changes and Exit

Select this option to quit Setup without making any
permanent changes to the system configuration. Select
Discard Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press
<Enter>. Select Ok to discard changes and exit.

¾ Discard Changes

Use this item to abandon all changes.

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¾ Load Optimal Defaults

It automatically sets all Setup options to a complete set of
default settings when you select this option. The Optimal
settings are designed for maximum system performance,
but may not work best for all computer applications. In
particular, do not use the Optimal Setup options if your
computer is experiencing system configuration problems.
Select Load Optimal Defaults from the Exit menu and press
<Enter>.

¾ Load Fail-Safe Defaults

It automatically sets all Setup options to a complete set of
default settings when you select this option. The Fail-Safe
settings are designed for maximum system stability, but not
maximum performance. Select the Fail-Safe Setup options
if your computer is experiencing system configuration
problems. Select Load Fail-Safe Defaults from the Exit
menu and press <Enter>. Select Ok to load Fail-Safe
defaults.

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Appendix A

CAN BUS Module Introduce

A.1 Board Layout

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A.2 Block Diagram

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A.3 Connector Pin Define

COM1

PIN PIN Define

1 NC

2 CAN_L

3 CAN_GND

4 NC

5 NC

6 CAN_GND

7 CAN_H

8 NC

9 NC

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CN2

PI
N

PIN

Define(USB)

PIN

Define(RS23

2)

PI

N

PIN

Defin

e

1 5V 5V 2 NC
3 USB_D- TXD 4 CTS
5 USB_D+ RXD 6 RTS
7 NC NC 8 NC
9 GND GND 10 GND

Connection for CAN transmission

NOTE: To be sure there is, at least one side of the

MJP2 have short. (This is 120ohm termination
resistors)