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RX170Q

Intel® Q170 support 6th generation Core™ i7/ i5 /i3 CPU Micro-ATX Motherboard

User’s Manual

Ver. 0.2

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Contents

Safety Information ............................................................................................................................................... 5

About this guide .................................................................................................................................................. 7

Typography .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

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

Revision History ................................................................................................................................................ 10

Specifications Summary ................................................................................................................................... 11

Chapter 1 - Product Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 14

1.1 Before you Proceed ....................................................................................................................................... 14

1.2 Motherboard Overview .................................................................................................................................. 14

1.2.1 Placement Direction ............................................................................................................................... 14

1.2.2 Screw Holes ........................................................................................................................................... 14

1.2.3 Motherboard Layout ............................................................................................................................... 15

1.2.4 Layout Content List ................................................................................................................................ 16

1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ...................................................................................................................... 17

1.3.1 Installing the CPU .................................................................................................................................. 18

1.3.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan ..................................................................................................... 19

1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan................................................................................................. 21

1.4 System Memory............................................................................................................................................. 23

1.4.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 23

1.4.2 Installing a DIMM ................................................................................................................................... 24

1.4.3 Removing a DIMM ................................................................................................................................. 25

1.5 Expansion Card ............................................................................................................................................. 25

1.5.1 Installing an Expansion Card ................................................................................................................. 25

1.5.2 Configuring an Expansion Card ............................................................................................................. 25

1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot .............................................................................................................................. 25

1.5.4 PCI Express X1 slot ............................................................................................................................... 26

1.5.5 Mini PCIe connector ............................................................................................................................... 26

1.5.6 M.2 connector ........................................................................................................................................ 27

1.6 Jumpers ......................................................................................................................................................... 27

1.6.1 Clear CMOS (JCMOS1) ......................................................................................................................... 27

1.6.2 AT/ATX Power Mode Select (JPSON1) ................................................................................................. 28

1.6.3 COM POWER SETTING(JCOMPWR1~5) ............................................................................................ 29

1.6.4 COM6 Master/Slave terminal Setting(COM6_S1~4) ............................................................................. 30

1.6.5 COM6 type setting(JSETCOM6) ............................................................................................................ 30

1.6.6 LVDS panel voltage Selection (JBLVOL1)............................................................................................. 31

1.6.7 LVDS brightness control mode selection(JLVDS_BKL1) ...................................................................... 31

1.7 Connectors .................................................................................................................................................... 31

1.7.1 Rear panel connectors ........................................................................................................................... 31

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1.7.2 CPU and System fan connectors (CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN) .................................................................... 33

1.7.3 System Panel (F_PANEL) ...................................................................................................................... 34

1.7.4 ATX power connectors (EATXPWR1 & ATX12V1) ................................................................................ 35

1.7.5 Serial Port connectors (COM1~5) .......................................................................................................... 36

1.7.6 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1~6 ) ......................................................................................................... 37

1.7.7 USB connectors (USB910, USB1112) ................................................................................................... 37

1.7.8 USB connector (USB13) ........................................................................................................................ 38

1.7.9 USB3.0 connector(USB56) .................................................................................................................. 359

1.7.10 LPT Port Connector(LPT)..................................................................................................................... 40

1.7.11 LAN LED Status connector(LANLED1) ................................................................................................ 40

1.7.12 8 bit GPIO header(JDIO1) .................................................................................................................... 40

1.7.13 Front Audio connector (FP_AUDIO1) .................................................................................................. 41

1.7.14 Amplifier Connector(JAMP1) ................................................................................................................ 42

1.7.15 LVDS back light connector(JBKL1) ...................................................................................................... 42

1.7.16 LVDS connector(CN3) .......................................................................................................................... 43

1.7.17 SM bus connector(JSMB1) .................................................................................................................. 43

Chapter 2 - BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................................................... 44

2.1 BIOS Setup Program ..................................................................................................................................... 45

2.1.1 Legend Box ............................................................................................................................................ 46

2.1.2 List Box ................................................................................................................................................... 46

2.1.3 Sub-menu ............................................................................................................................................... 46

2.2 BIOS Menu Screen ........................................................................................................................................ 47

2.3 Main Setup ..................................................................................................................................................... 48

2.4 Advanced BIOS Setup ................................................................................................................................... 49

2.4.1 Trusted Computing(optional) .................................................................................................................. 50

2.4.2 ACPI settings .......................................................................................................................................... 51

2.4.3 AMT configuration .................................................................................................................................. 52

2.4.4 PCH-FW configuration ........................................................................................................................... 52

2.4.5 NTC6101D Super IO configuration ........................................................................................................ 54

2.4.6 NTC6106D HW moinitor ......................................................................................................................... 60

2.4.7 S5 RTC wake settings ............................................................................................................................ 63

2.4.8 CPU configuration .................................................................................................................................. 64

2.4.9 Intel TXT information .............................................................................................................................. 65

2.4.10 SATA Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 67

2.4.11 AMI Graphic Output Protocol Policy ..................................................................................................... 69

2.4.12 Network Stack Configuration ................................................................................................................ 70

2.4.13 Compatibility Support Module Configuration ........................................................................................ 71

2.4.14 NVMe Configuration ............................................................................................................................. 72

2.4.15 USB Configuration ................................................................................................................................ 72

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2.5 Chipset .......................................................................................................................................................... 74

2.5.1 System Agent (SA) Confuguration ......................................................................................................... 75

2.5.2 PCH-IO Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 82

2.6 Security .......................................................................................................................................................... 90

2.7 Boot ............................................................................................................................................................. 901

2.8 Save & Exit .................................................................................................................................................. 911

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Safety Information

Electrical safety

 To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet

before relocating the system.

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

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

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

power cables are unplugged.

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

could interrupt the grounding circuit.

 Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not

sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

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

technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

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

that came with the package.

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

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

 To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,

slots, sockets and circuitry.

 Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area

where it may become wet.

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

technician or your retailer.

The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

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Safety Declaration

This device complies with the requirements in Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

 This device may not cause harmful interference.  This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This manual contains the following parts:

 Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.

 Chapter 2: BIOS setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. Technical Support If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor.

2. Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

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Typography

Bold text

Indicates a menu or an item to select

Italics

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase

<Key>

Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key

If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+) Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>

Command

Means that you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

afudos /i[filename] afudos /iP5P800VM.ROM

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Packing List

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

 1 x RX170Q Micro-ATX Main board  1 x I/O Shield

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

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Revision History

Revision

Revision History

Date

V 0.1

First release version

Nov. , 2015

V 0.2

2nd version with BIOS setup description

Jan. , 2016

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Specifications Summary

Specifications

System

CPU

Intel LGA1151 socket supports Intel Core i7/ i5/ i3 CPU

BIOS

AMI 64Mb SPI

System Chipset

Intel® Q170

Memory

4 x 30μ Gold Plated DIMM Up to 64GB Dual Channel DDR4 2133Mhz Optional ECC Memory Support

Watchdog Timer

1 ~ 255 sec timer

H/W Status Monitor

CPU & system temperature monitoring Voltages monitoring

Expansion Slots

1 x PCIe x 16 Slot (Slot One) (Black) 1 x PCIe x 4 Slot (x16 Physical Slot) (Slot Three) (Yellow) 2 x PCIe x 1 Slot Open End (Slot Two & Four) 1 x Full/Half Size Mini-PCIe 1 x M.2 Slot (with PCIe x4 & SATA III)

Smart Fan Control

Yes

Display

Chipset

Intel® Integrated Graphic (CPU Dependent)

Display Memory

Shared Memory

Ethernet

LAN1

Intel® i219-LM PHY LAN Controller (intel iAMT 10.0 support)

Back I/O Port

Back Panel

1 x PS/2 & 2 x USB 2.0 Combo Connector 1 x RS-232/422/485 Connector 1 x DVI-D Connector 2 x DisplayPort Connector 2 x Stack up RJ45 and USB 3.0 Connectors 1 x 3 Jacks Audio Connector

Internal I/O Connector

Internal I/O

5 x SATAIII connectors(RED) & 1 x SATAIII connectors(Black) shared with M.2 4 x USB 2.0 headers support 8 ports 1 x USB 3.0 header support 2 ports

5 x RS232 pin 2.00 mm headers 1 x LVDS header 1x eDP header(optional)

1 x Backlight Locking Type Header 1 x LPC Header 1 x SPI Header

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1 x Front Audio Header with Shroud 1 x Amplifier Locking Type Header

1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x chassis Fan connector 1 x Front panel header

1 x 8 bits GPIO Header with Shroud

1 x Printer port

2 x LAN Status LED Headers 1 x Horizontal Socket Type CMOS Battery Holder

1 x Chassis Intrusion Locking Type Header

1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector

Mechanical & Environmental

Operating Temperature

0~60°C (32~140°F)

Operating Humidity

5%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing

Size (L x W)

9.6 inch x 9.6 inch

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Block Diagram

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Chapter 1 - Product Introduction

1.1 Before you Proceed

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

 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.

1.2 Motherboard Overview

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

Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

1.2.1 Placement Direction

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

1.2.2 Screw Holes

Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

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

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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis.

1.2.3 Motherboard Layout

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1.2.4 Layout Content List

Slots & socket

Label

Function

Note

CPU1

LGA1151 socket

DIMMA1~B2

DDR4 DIMM Slot A1~B2

PCIEX16_1~2

PCI-e x16 Slot

PCIEX1_1~2

PCI-e x1 Slot

Jumpers

Label

Function

Note

JCMOS1

Clear CMOS

3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm

JPSON1

AT/ATX Mode Select

3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm

COM6_S1~4

master/slave terminal Select

2 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm

JSETCOM6

RS232/RS485/RS422 Select

2 x9 header, pitch 2.00mm

JBKLVOL1

LVDS voltage Selection

3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm

JLVDS_BKL1

LVDS brightness control mode Selection

3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm JCOMPWR1~5

COM1~5 POWER SETTING

3 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm

Rear Panel Connector

Label

Function

Note

PS2_USB78

PS/2 & 2 x USB 2.0 Combo Connector

DP1

2 Display port connector

DVI1_COM6

DVI-D+ COM connector

LAN1_USB12

RJ-45 Ethernet Connector x 1 USB 3.0 Connector x 2

LAN2_USB34

RJ-45 Ethernet Connector x 1 USB 3.0 Connector x 2

AUDIO1

3 audio phone jack

Internal Connector

Label

Function

Note

CPU_FAN1

CPU Fan Connector

4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm

SYS_FAN1

System Fan Connector

4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm

CHA_FAN1

Chassis FAN connector

4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm

F_PANEL

Intel Front Panel connector

5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

EATXPWR1

ATX power connectors

12 x 2 wafer

ATX12V1

12V ATX power connectors

2 x 2 wafer

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COM1 ~ 5

Serial Port Connector

5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm

SATA1 ~ 6

SATA Data Connector

7P Male connector

USB910/1112

USB Connector

5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

LPT1

Print Port Connector

13 x 2 wafer, pitch 2.54mm

USB56

USB 3.0 connector

10 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

JBKL1

Backlight connector

5 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.00mm

CN3

LVDS connector

40 x 2 wafer, pitch 1.25mm

JSMB1

SM bus connector

3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm

MINI_CARD1

Mini PCIe connector

Support full/half length miniPCIe card

NGFF1

M.2 connector

1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 processor in the 1151-land package.

 Your boxed Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 LGA1155 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. BCM Advanced Research will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.

 Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. BCM Advanced

Research will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 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

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assembly.

1.3.1 Installing the CPU

1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

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

2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab.

To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU.

3. Lift the Load lever with your thumb and forefinger to around 180º angle (A), then pull the PnP cap from the CPU socket to remove (B).

A B Retention tab

Load lever

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4. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the top-left

corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU notch.

5. Pull back the load lever , then push the load lever (A) until it snaps into the retention tab.

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!

1.3.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan

Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 LGA1151 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan

Alignment key

CPU notch

Gold triangle

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assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

 Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU

fan and heatsink assembly.

 When you buy a boxed Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 LGA1151

processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink

assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel® certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan.

 Your Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 LGA1151 processor LGA1151

heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.

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.

To install the CPU heatsink and fan:

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

Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector.

 Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow

groove directed outward.

Motherboard hole

Fastener

Narrow end of the groove

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2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place.

3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.

FAN 1

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.

1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan

To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:

A A B

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1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard.

2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise

3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan

assembly from the motherboard.

4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.

A B A

A A B

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5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to

ensure correct orientation when reinstalling.

1.4 System Memory

1.4.1 Overview

The motherboard comes with four 288-pin Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.

DDR4 SDRAM, an abbreviation for double data rate fourth generation synchronous dynamic random-access memory, is a type of synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) with a high bandwidth ("double data rate") interface. The primary advantages of DDR4 over its predecessor, DDR3, include higher module density and lower voltage requirements, coupled with higher data rate transfer speeds. DDR4 memory comes in 288-pin DIMM modules, similar in size to 240-pin DDR3 DIMMs. The pins are spaced more closely (0.85 mm instead of 1.0) to fit the increased amount within the same 5¼ inch (133.35 mm) standard DIMM length but, the height is increased slightly (31.25 mm/1.23 in instead of

30.35 mm/1.2 in) to make signal routing easier, and the thickness is also increased (to

1.2 mm from 1.0) to accommodate more signal layers.DDR4 DIMM modules have a slightly curved edge connector so not all of the pins are engaged at a time during module insertion, lowering the insertion force.

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288-Pin DDR4 SODIMM sockets

1.4.2 Installing a DIMM

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

1. Locate the DIMM socket on the board.

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

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

4. Firmly press the modules into the socket which will automatically snap into the mounting notch. Do not force the DIMM module in with extra force as the DIMM module only fits in one direction.

 A DDR4 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one

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

 The DDR4 DIMM sockets do not support DDR/DDR2/DDR3

DIMMs. DO NOT install DDR/DDR2/DDR3 DIMMs to the DDR4 DIMM socket.

ejector

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1.4.3 Removing a DDR4 DIMM

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

Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the ejector tabs. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.

1.5 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.

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.

1.5.1 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.

1.5.2 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.

1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot

This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications.

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1.5.4 PCI Express x1 slot

This motherboard supports one PCIe x1 slot that complies with the PCIe x1 specifications.

1.5.5 Mini PCIe connector

Support both Full size or half size mini-PCIe card

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1.5.6 M.2 connector

Support PCIe and SATA interface of this connector.

1.6 Jumpers

1.6.1 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

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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.

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.

1.6.2 AT/ATX Power Mode Select (JPSON1)

This jumper allows you to select ATX Mode or AT mode

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AT mode

ATX mode

(Default)

1.6.3 COM POWER SETTING (JCOMPWR1~5)

This jumper allows you to select COM2 to support Ring/+12V/+5V

Ring

+12V

1 2

+5V

1 2

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1.6.4 COM6 Master/Slave terminal Setting (COM6_S1~4)

1.6.5 COM6 type Setting (JSETCOM6)

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1.6.6 LVDS panel voltage Selection (JBKLVOL1)

+5V

+3V

1.6.7 LVDS brightness control mode Selection (JLVDS_BKL1)

This jumper allows you to select the control mode of LVDS backlight.

PWM mode

DC mode

1.7 Connectors

1.7.1 Rear panel connectors

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Item

Name

Function

Description

PS2

Connector

The connector is for PS2 Keyboard or Mouse

USB78

USB 2.0

Connectors

These two 2-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

DP1

Display Port

The display port Connector

DP2

Display Port

The display port Connector

COM1

Serial COM

Port

The Serial COM port 1 supports RS-232/422/485

DVI1

DVI port

The DVI port Connector

LAN1

Gigabit LAN

(RJ-45)

Connectors

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.

ACT/Link LED

Speed LED

Status

Description

Status

Description

OFF

No link

OFF

10Mbps connection

Orange

Linked

Green

100Mbps connection

Blinking

Data activity

Orange

1Gbps connection

USB12

USB 3.0

Connectors

These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 3.0 devices.

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LAN2.

Gigabit LAN

(RJ-45)

Connectors

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.

ACT/Link LED

Speed LED

Status

Description

Status

Description

OFF

No link

OFF

10Mbps connection

Orange

Linked

Green

100Mbps connection

Blinking

Data activity

Orange

1Gbps connection

USB34

USB 3.0

Connectors

These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 3.0 devices.

AUDIO1

Line-in port (Light blue)

This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources.

AUDIO1

Line-out port

(Lime)

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.

AUDIO1

Microphone

port (Pink)

This port connects a microphone.

1.7.2 CPU and System fan connectors (CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1, CHA_FAN1)

The fan connectors support cooling fans of 280mA (3.36 W max.) at 4800rpm or a total of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

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CPU_FAN1

SYS_FAN1

4. FAN_PWM2

3. FAN_SPEED2

2. +V12

1. GND

4. FAN_PWM1

3. FAN_SPEED2

2. +V12

1. GND

CHA_FAN1

4. CHA_PWM3

3. FAN_SPEED3

2. +V12

1. GND

1.7.3 System Panel (F_PANEL)

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

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1 2

1. HDD LED+

3. HDD LED#

5. GND

7. RST

9. N/A

2. +5VSB

4. PWR LED#

6. PANSWIN#

8. GND

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

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)

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)

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)

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.

1.7.4 ATX power connectors (EATXPWR1 & 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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ATX12V1

EATXPWR1

 Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when

configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

 Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at

least the minimum power required by your system. See the table below for details.

1.7.5 Serial Port connectors (COM1~5)

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.

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1. DCD#

3. TX

5. GND

7. RTS#

9. RI3xPOWERxJMP

2. RX

4. DTR#

6. DSR#

8. CTS#

1.7.6 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1~6 )

SATA 1~6 support SATA 3.0. and SATA 6 is shared by M.2 slot. These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives.

SATA

1. GND

2. TX+

3. TX-

4. GND

5. RX-

6. RX+

7. GND

1.7.7 USB connectors (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.

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These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.

USB

Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!

The USB module is purchased separately.

1.7.8 USB connectors (USB13)

These connectors are for one 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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1.+5VUSB

2. USB-

3. USB+

4. GND

5. NC

1.7.9 USB3.0 connector (USB56)

This connector provides 2 USB3.0 port. 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 3.0 specification that supports up to 5Gbps connection speed.

USB56

1011

1. +5V

2. USB3_RX-

3. USB3_RX+

4. GND

5. USB3_TX-

6. USB3_TX+

7. GND

8. USB-

9. USB+

10. NC

19. +5V

18. USB3_RX-

17. USB3_RX+

16. GND

15. USB3_TX-

14. USB3_TX+

13. GND

12. USB-

11. USB+

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1.7.10 LPT Port Connector (LPT)

1. LPT_STB#

3. LPT_PD0

5. LPT_PD1

7. LPT_PD2

9. LPT_PD3

11. LPT_PD4

13. LPT_PD5

15. LPT_PD6

17. LPT_PD7

19. LPT_ACK#

21. LPT_BUSY

23. LPT_PE

25.LPT_SLCT

2. LPT_AFD#

4. LPT_ERR#

6. LPT_INIT#

8. LPT_SLIN#

10. GND

12. GND

14. GND

16. GND

18. GND

20. GND

22. GND

24. GND

26. NC

1.7.11 LAN LED status connector (LANLED1)

1.+3V_Dual

2.+3V_Dual

3.LAN1_LED

4.GND

5.+3V_Dual

6.+3V_Dual

7.GND

8. GND

9.+3V_Dual

10.+3V_Dual

1.7.12 8 bit GPIO header (JDIO1)

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1. SIO_GPIO0

3. SIO_GPIO1

5. SIO_GPIO2

7. SIO_GPIO3

9. SMB_CLK_ RESUME

11. GND

2. SIO_GPIO4

4. SIO_GPIO5

6. SIO_GPIO6

8. SIO_GPIO7

10. SMB_DATA_ RESUME

12. +5Vsb

1.7.13 Front Audio connector (FP_AUDIO1)

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.

FP_AUDIO1

9. LINE2L

7. SENSEB

5. LINE2R

3. MIC2R

1. MIC2L

10. LINE2-JD

8. NC

6. MIC2-JD

4. +3.3

2. GND

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1.7.14 Amplifier Connector (JAMP1)

JAMP1

1. AMP_L-

2. AMP_L+

3. AMP_R-

4. AMP_R+

1.7.15 LVDS back light connector (JBKL1)

1. +12V_BL

2. GND

3. BL_EN

4. BRIGHT1

5. +5V_BL

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1.7.16 LVDS connector (CN3)

39. VDD_+12V

37. GND

35. LVDS_B_CLK-

33. LVDS_B_CLK+

31. GND

29. LVDS_B3-

27. LVDS_B3+

25. GND

23. LVDS_B1-

21. LVDS_B1+

19. GND

17. LVDS_A3-

15. LVDS_A3+

13. GND

11. LVDS_A1-

9. LVDS_A1+

7. GND

5. DDC_CLK

3. VDD_+3.3V

1. VDD_+3.3V

40. VDD_+12V

38. GND

36. LVDS_A_CLK-

34. LVDS_A_CLK+

32. GND

30. LVDS_B2-

28. LVDS_B2+

26. GND

24. LVDS_B0-

22. LVDS_B0+

20. GND

18. LVDS_A2-

16. LVDS_A2+

14. GND

12. LVDS_A0-

10. LVDS_A0+

8. GND

6. DDC_DATA

4. VDD_+5V

2. VDD_+5V

1.7.17 SM bus connector (JSMB1)

1. SMBCLK

2. SMBDATA

3. GND

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This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

BIOS Step

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Chapter 2 - BIOS Setup

2.1 BIOS Setup Program

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.

 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

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2.1.1 Legend Box

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

Key(s)

Function Description

→←

Select Screen

↑↓

Select Item

Enter

Select

+ -

Change Opt.

General Help

Previous Values

Optimal Defaults

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

2.1.2 List Box

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

2.1.3 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 <F3> 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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2.2 BIOS Menu Screen

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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2.3 Main Setup

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

Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.

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

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

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2.4 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.

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

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2.4.1 Trusted Computing (optional)

Security device settings

 Security Device Support [Enable]

Enable or Disable BIOS support for security device. Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable]

 SHA-1 PCR Bank [Enable]

Enable or Disable SHA-1 PCR Bank. Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable]

 SHA256 PCR Bank [Disable]

Enable or Disable SHA256 PCR Bank. Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable]

 Pending Operation [None]

Schedule and operation for the Security Device. Configuration options: [None] [TPM clear]

 Platform Hierarchy [Enable]

Enable or Disable Platform Hierarchy. Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable]

 Storage Hierarchy [Enable]

Enable or Disable Storage Hierarchy. Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable]

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 Endorsement Hierarchy [Enable]

Enable or Disable Endorsement Hierarchy. Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable]

 TPM2.0 UEFI Spec Version[1.0]

Select TCG2 spec version: 1.0: the compatibility mode for Win8/Win10; 1.x: For TCG2 newer spec for Win10 Configuration options: [1.0] [1.x]

 Device Select[Auto]

Select TPM device version Configuration options: [TPM1.2] [TPM1.0] [Auto]

2.4.2 ACPI Settings

 Enable Hibernation [Enable]

Enable or Disable system ability to Hibernation. Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable]

 ACPI Sleep State [S3 only (Suspend to RAM)]

Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter the SUSPEND button is press.

Configuration options: [Suspend Disable] [S3 only(suspend to RAM )]

 S3 Video Repost [Disabled]

Enable or disable S3 video repost

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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 PCIE# wake from S5 [Disabled]

Enable or disable PCIE wake the system from S5. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

2.4.3 AMT configuration

AMT Configuration settings

 Intel AMT [Enable]

Enable or Disable Intel AMT BIOS extension

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Un-Configure ME [Disable] . Un-configure ME with Password

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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2.4.4 PCH-FW configuration

ME firmware information

 ME state [Enabled]

Set ME to soft Temporary Disabled Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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2.4.5 NCT6106D Super IO configuration

Provide NCT6106D super IO configuration settings

2.4.5.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration

 Serial Port [Enabled]

Enable or Disable serial Port (COM)

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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 Change Setting [Auto]

Select an optimal setting for super IO device Configuration options: as below

2.4.5.2 Serial Port 2 Configuration

 Serial Port [Enabled]

Enable or Disable serial Port (COM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Change Settings [Auto]

Select an optimal setting for super IO device Configuration options: as below

2.4.5.3 Serial Port 3 Configuration

 Serial Port [Enabled]

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Enable or Disable serial Port (COM)

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Change Settings [Auto]

Select an optimal setting for super IO device

Configuration options: as below

2.4.5.4 Serial Port 4 Configuration

 Serial Port [Enabled]

Enable or Disable serial Port (COM)

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Change Settings [Auto]

Select an optimal setting for super IO device

Configuration options: as below

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2.4.5.5 Serial Port 5 Configuration

 Serial Port [Enabled]

Enable or Disable serial Port (COM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Change Settings [Auto]

Select an optimal setting for super IO device Configuration options: as below

2.4.5.6 Serial Port 6 Configuration

 Serial Port [Enabled]

Enable or Disable serial Port (COM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Change Settings [Auto]

Select an optimal setting for super IO device Configuration options: as below

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2.4.5.7 Parallel Port Configuration

 Serial Port [Enabled]

Enable or Disable parallel Port (LPT)

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Change Settings [Auto]

Select an optimal setting for super IO device

Configuration options: as below

 Device mode [STD Printer Mode]

Change the printer port mode

Configuration options: as below

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 WatchDog count mode [Second]

WatchDog count mode Selection Configuration options: [Second] [Minute]

 WatchDog Timeout value

Fill watchdog timeout value, 0 means disables

 Chassis opened warning [Disabled]

Select chassis intrusion enabled to Disabled Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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2.4.6 NCT6106D HW monitor

Display Hardware monitor information

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2.4.6.1 Smart FAN

 Smart FAN Function [Enabled]

Smart fan function Enable/Disabled Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

2.4.6.1.1 Smart FAN mode Configuration

Setting different FAN on this motherboard

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 SYS_FAN1/CPU_FAN1/CHA_FAN1 FAN Target [Disabled]

Smart FAN target temperature

Configuration options: Please see below picture

 CPU_FAN1 MIN.FAN Speed(%) [50%]

CPU Smart FAN minimum settings

Configuration options: Please see below picture

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2.4.7 S5 RTC wake settings

 Wake system from S5 [Disabled]

Enabled or Disabled system wake on alarm event Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

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2.4.8 CPU configuration

Display CPU configuration

 Hyper-Threading [Enabled] Enabled or Disabled the hyper threading of Intel CPU Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled] This depends on CPU sku.  Active Processor Core [All] Number of Cores to enable in each processor package Configuration options: [all] [1][2][3][4] This depends on CPU sku.  Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] When enabled, a VWM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by vanderpool Technology Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Intel® SpeedStep™ [Enabled] Allow more than two frequency ranges to be supported. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Turbo mode [Enabled] Enable or disable Turbo mode Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

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 CPU C states [Enabled] Enable or disable CPU C states Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  Enhanced C-states [Enabled] Enable or disable C1E. When enabled, CPU will switch to minimum speed when all cores enter C-state. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  Package C state limit [Auto] Package C state limit Configuration options: [C0/C1][C2][C3][C6][C7][C7s][C8][Auto]  Intel TXT(LT) Support [Disabled] Enable or disable Intel TXT support Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  SW Guard Extensions(SGX) [software controlled] Enable or disables Guard Extensions Configuration options:[Disabled][Enabled][Software Controlled]  Select owner EPOCH input type [No change in owner EPOCHs] After user enters EPOCH values manually, the values will not be visible for security reasons Configuration options:[No change in owner EPOCHs][change to new random owner EPOCHs][Manual user defined owner EPOCHs]

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2.4.9 Intel TXT information

Display Intel TXT information

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2.4.10 SATA Configuration

 SATA Controller [Enabled]

Enable or Disable SATA device Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled]

 SATA Mode Selection [AHCI]

Determines how SATA controller operate Configuration options: [AHCI][RAID]

 Port 1 [Enabled]

Enable or Disable SATA port 1 Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled]

 Hot Plug [Disabled]

Designates this port as Hot Pluggable Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

 Port 2 [Enabled]

Enable or Disable SATA port 2 Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled]

 Hot Plug [Disabled]

Designates this port as Hot Pluggable Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

 Port 3 [Enabled]

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Enable or Disable SATA port 3

Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled]  Hot Plug [Disabled]

Designates this port as Hot Pluggable

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Port 4 [Enabled]

Enable or Disable SATA port 4

Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled]  Hot Plug [Disabled]

Designates this port as Hot Pluggable

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Port 5 [Enabled]

Enable or Disable SATA port 5

Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled]  Hot Plug [Disabled]

Designates this port as Hot Pluggable

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Port 6 [Enabled]

Enable or Disable SATA port 6

Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled]  Hot Plug [Disabled]

Designates this port as Hot Pluggable

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

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2.4.11 AMI Graphic Output Protocol Policy

 Output Select [DP1]

Output interface Selection. Configuration Selection: It depends on what kind of monitor you connect to this board. Once you select, there will be single display under BIOS mode.

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2.4.12 Network Stack Configuration

 Network Stack [Disabled]

Enabled or disabled UEFI Network Stack

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled]

Enabled IPv4 PXE boot support

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled]

Enabled IPv6 PXE boot support

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  PXE boot wait time

Wait time to press ESC to abort the PXE boot  Media Detect Count

Number of times presence of media will be checked

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2.4.13 Compatibility Support Module Configuration

 CSM Support [Enabled] Enabled or disabled CSM Support Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Boot option Filter [UEFI Only] This option controls Legacy/UEFI ROMs Priority Configuration options: [UEFI and Legacy] [Legacy Only][UEFI Only]  Network [UEFI] Control the execution of UEFI and Legacy PXE OpROM Configuration options: [Do not launch] [UEFI][Legacy]  Storage [UEFI] Control the execution of UEFI and Legacy Storage OpROM Configuration options: [Do not launch] [UEFI][Legacy]  Video [UEFI] Control the execution of UEFI and Legacy Video OpROM Configuration options: [Do not launch] [UEFI][Legacy]  Other PCI devices [UEFI] Determines OpROM execution policy for devices other than Network, Storage, or Video. Configuration options: [Do not launch] [UEFI][Legacy]

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2.4.14 NVMe Configuration

Display NVMe controller or Drive information

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2.4.15 USB Configuration

USBConfiguration parameters

 Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Enabled Legacy USB Support. Auto Option disables legacy support if no USB devices are connected. Disabled option will keep USB devices available only for EFI application. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled][Auto]  XHCI Hand-off [Enabled] This is a workaround for OSes without XHCI hand-off support. This XHCI ownership change should be claimed by XHCI drivers Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  USB Mass storage Driver Support[Enabled] Enabled or Disabled USB Mass storage driver support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  PMAP[Auto] Mass storage device emulation type. ‘Auto’ enumerates devices according to their media format. Optical drives are emulated as ‘CDROM’, drives with no media will be emulated according to a drive type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floopy][Forced FDD][hard Disk][CD-ROM]

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2.5 Chipset

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2.5.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration

 VT-d [Enabled] VT-d capability Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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2.5.1.1 Graphic Configuration

Graphic configuration settings

 Primary Display[Auto]

Select which of IGFX/PEG/PCI graphic device should be primary display or select SG for

switchable GFx.

Configuration options: [Auto] [IGFX][PEG][PCIE]  Internal Graphics [Auto]

Keep IGFX enabled based on the setup options

Configuration options: [Auto] [disabled][enabled]  DVMT Pre-allocated [32M]

Select DVMT 5.0 Pre-allocated (Fixed) Graphics memory size used by the internal

graphics device.

Configuration options: As below picture

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 DVMT total Gfx Mem [256M]

Select DVMT 5.0 Total graphic memory size used by the internal graphic device Configuration options: [128M][256M][Max]

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2.5.1.1.1 LCD Control

 LVDS Control [Disabled]

Enabled or Disabled LVDS

Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled]  LVDS panel Type[1280x760 18bit single channel]

Select LVDS panel type

Configuration options: See below picture

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 LVDS DC brightness:30

LVDS DC brightness value from 1 to 63.

 LVDS PWM brightness:30

LVDS PWM brightness value from 0 to 255.

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2.5.1.2 PEG Port Configuration

 Enable root Port [Auto]

Enable or Disable the root port

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled][Auto]  Max Link Speed [Auto]

Configure PEG 0:1:0 Max Speed

Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3]  Detect Non-Compliance Device [Disabled]

Detect non-compliance PCI express Device in PEG

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

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Display memeory information

 Max TOLUD [Dynamic]

Maximum value of TOLUD. Configuration options: As above picture

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2.5.2 PCH-IO configuration

 Lan1 Controller [Enabled]

Enable or Disable onboard Lan1

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Wake on lan [Auto]

Enable or Disable integrated LAN to wake the system

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Lan2 Controller [Enabled]

Enable or Disable onboard Lan2

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Restore AC power Loss [Power off]

Specify what state to go to when power is re-applied after a power failure.

Configuration options: [Power on][Power off][Last State]  GPIO Group Control [Disabled]

Configure the digital GPIO pins

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Amplifier GAIN(db) [15.3db]

Select Amplifier GAIN value

Configuration options: [15.3db][21.2db][27.2db][31.8db]

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2.5.2.1 PCI Express configuration

2.5.2.1.1 PCI Express Root Port 1

 PCI Express Root Port 1 [Enabled]

Control the PCI Express Port Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

 ASPM Support [Disabled]

Set the ASPM level: Force L0s- Force all links to L0s State; Auto- BIOS auto configure; Disabled- Disables ASPM Configuration options: [Disabled][L0s][L1][L0sL2][Auto]

 PCIe Speed [Auto]

Select PCI Express Port speed Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3]

 Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled]

Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post time. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

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2.5.2.1.2 PCI Express Root Port 6

 PCI Express Root Port 6 [Enabled]

Control the PCI Express Port

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  ASPM Support [Disabled]

Set the ASPM level: Force L0s- Force all links to L0s State; Auto- BIOS auto configure;

Disabled- Disables ASPM

Configuration options: [Disabled][L0s][L1][L0sL2][Auto]  PCIe Speed [Auto]

Select PCI Express Port speed

Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3]  Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled]

Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post

time.

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

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2.5.2.1.3 PCI Express Root Port 7

 PCI Express Root Port 7 [Enabled]

Control the PCI Express Port Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

 ASPM Support [Disabled]

Set the ASPM level: Force L0s- Force all links to L0s State; Auto- BIOS auto configure; Disabled- Disables ASPM Configuration options: [Disabled][L0s][L1][L0sL2][Auto]

 PCIe Speed [Auto]

Select PCI Express Port speed Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3]

 Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled]

Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post time. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

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2.5.2.1.4 PCI Express Root Port 9

 PCI Express Root Port 9 [Enabled]

Control the PCI Express Port

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  ASPM Support [Disabled]

Set the ASPM level: Force L0s- Force all links to L0s State; Auto- BIOS auto configure;

Disabled- Disables ASPM

Configuration options: [Disabled][L0s][L1][L0sL2][Auto]  PCIe Speed [Auto]

Select PCI Express Port speed

Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3]  Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled]

Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post

time.

Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

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2.5.2.1.5 PCI Express Root Port 13

 PCI Express Root Port 13 [Enabled]

Control the PCI Express Port Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

 ASPM Support [Disabled]

Set the ASPM level: Force L0s- Force all links to L0s State; Auto- BIOS auto configure; Disabled- Disables ASPM Configuration options: [Disabled][L0s][L1][L0sL2][Auto]

 PCIe Speed [Auto]

Select PCI Express Port speed Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3]

 Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled]

Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post time. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]

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2.5.2.2 USB configuration

 USB Precondition[Disabled]

Precondition work on USB host controller and root ports for faster enumeration

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  XHCI Disabled Compliance Mode [False]

Options to disable compliance mode.

Configuration options: [False][true]  USB Port Disable override [Disabled]

Select Enabled/Disabled the corresponding USB port from reporting a device connection

to the controller.

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Select Per-Pin]

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2.5.2.3 HD audio Configuration

 HD audio[Auto]

Control Detection of the HD-Audio device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled][Auto]

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2.6 Security

 Administrator Password

Set setup Administrator Password  User Password

Set User Password

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2.7 Boot

 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]

Enable or disable Quick Boot option Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

 Boot mode select [UEFI]

Select boot mode LEGACY/UEFI Configuration options: [LEGACY] [UEFI]

 UEFI USB Key Drive BBS Priorities

Specifies the boot device priority sequence from available UEFI USB key Drives.

 UEFI Network Key Drive BBS Priorities

Specifies the boot device priority sequence from available UEFI Network key Drives.

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2.8 Save & Exit

 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.  Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device

Attempts to launch EFI shell application from one of the available filesystem devices.

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