Creative PCA-6780 User Manual

PCA-6780

ISA Celeron® M Half-sized SBC
with VGA/LCD/LVDS/10/100
Ethernet/USB 2.0 and SSD

User Manual

Copyright

This document is copyrighted © 2006. All rights are reserved. The origi­nal manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements to the products
described in this manual at any time without notice.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmit­ted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of
the original manufacturer. Information provided in this manual is
intended to be accurate and reliable. However, the original manufacturer
assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements upon the
rights of third parties that may result from such use.

Acknowledgements

Award is a trademark of Award Software International, Inc.
VIA is a trademark of VIA Technologies, Inc.
IBM, PC/AT, PS/2 and VGA are trademarks of International Business

Machines Corporation.
Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Microsoft Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
RTL is a trademark of Realtek Semi-Conductor Co., Ltd.
ESS is a trademark of ESS Technology, Inc.
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All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective

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For more information on this and other Advantech products, please visit

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For technical support and service, please visit our support website at:

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This manual is for the PCA-6780.

Part No.2006678000 1nd Edition
Printed in Taiwan June. 2007

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Packing List

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

• 1 PCA-6780 Series Half-sized single board computer

• 1 Startup manual

• 1 CD for utility, drivers, and manual (in PDF format)

• 1 Y cable for PS/2 Keyboard, PS/2 Mouse p/n:1700060202

• 1 E-IDE (HDD) cable p/n:1701400452

• 1 FDD cable (600mm) p/n:1701340705

• 1 Parallel port cable p/n:1700260250

• 1 Power cable p/n:1700000265

• Mini jumper p/n:1653302122

• 1 ATX Feature Cable p/n:1700002343

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or
sales representative immediately.

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Additional Information and Assistance

Visit the Advantech website at www.advantech.com where you can find
the latest information about the product.

Step 1. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's cus-

tomer service center for technical support if you need additional
assistance. Please have the following information ready before
you call:

• Product name and serial number

• Description of your peripheral attachments

• Description of your software (operating system, version, application
software, etc.)

• A complete description of the problem

• The exact wording of any error messages

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FCC

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

1.This device may not cause harmful interfer­ence, and

2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These lim­its are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equi pment
is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio commu­nications. Operation of this device in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his/her own expense. The
user is advised that any equipment changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance would void the
compliance to FCC regulations and therefore,
the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Caution!

Achtung!

There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it
is incorrectly installed. Do not attempt to
recharge, force open, or heat the battery.
Replace the battery only with the same or equiv­alent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Discard used batteries according to the manufac­turer’s instructions.

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Contents

Chapter 1 General Information........................................2

1.1 Introduction....................................................................... 2

1.2 Features............................................................................. 3

1.3 Specifications.................................................................... 3

1.3.1 Standard SBC Functions. ................................................ 3

1.3.2 Display Interface............................................................. 4

1.3.3 Solid State disk ................. .............................................. 4

1.3.4 Ethernet interface...................................................... ...... 4

1.3.5 Mechanical and Environmental ...................................... 4

1.4 Board layout: dimensions.................................................. 5

Chapter 2 Installation........................................................8

2.1 Jumpers..............................................................................8

Table 2.1:Jumpers........................................................... 8

2.2 Connectors......................................................................... 9

Table 2.2:Connectors...................................................... 9

2.3 Locating Connectors (component side)........................... 10

2.4 Locating Connectors (solder side)...................................10

2.5 Setting Jumpers............................................................... 11

2.6 Clear CMOS (J1).............................................................12

2.7 COM2 RS-232/422/485 Select (J2)................................13

2.8 LVDS Panel Power Select (JP1).....................................13

2.9 Installing SODIMMs...................................................... .14

2.10 ATX power Connector (CN5)......................................... 14

2.11 Printer port Connector (CN4).......................................... 15

2.12 CompactFlash Socket...................................................... 15

2.12.1 CompactFlash (CN22).................................................. 15

2.13 Floppy Connector (CN3).................................................16

2.13.1 Connecting the floppy drive .........................................16

2.14 IDE Connector (CN2)...................................... ............... 17

2.14.1 Connecting the hard drive............................................. 17

2.15 VGA/LVDS interface connections..................................18

2.15.1 CRT display Connector (CN10) .................. .. ............... 18

2.15.2 LVDS LCD panel Connector (CN8) ............................ 18

2.15.3 LCD Inverter Connector (CN6).................................... 18

2.16 USB Connectors (CN9,CN11)........................................19

2.17 Ethernet configuration..................................................... 19

2.17.1 LAN Connector (CN13)............................................... 19

2.17.2 Network boot ................................................................19

2.18 HDD LED/Reset/Power Button (CN1)........................... 20

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2.18.1 Reset (Pin7&Pin8)........................................................20

2.18.2 HDD LED (Pin1&Pin2,Pin3&Pin4,Pin5&Pin6).......... 20

2.18.3 Power Button (Pin9&Pin10)......................................... 20

2.19 COM port Connector (CN14,CN15)............................... 21

2.20 MINI Keyboard Connector (CN17)................................21

2.21 External Keyboard Connector (CN18)............................ 21

2.22 Audio Interface Connector (CN7)................................... 21

Chapter 3 BIOS Operation..............................................24

3.1 BIOS Introduction...........................................................24

3.2 BIOS Setup...................... ................................................ 25

3.2.1 Main Menu....................................................... ............. 26

3.2.2 Standard CMOS Features ............................................. 28

3.2.3 Advanced BIOS Features............................... ............... 30

3.2.4 Advanced Chipset Features .. ................................ ........ 33

3.2.5 Integrated Peripherals......................... .......................... 36

3.2.6 Power Management Setup ............................................ 37

3.2.7 PnP/PCI Configurations...................... .......................... 40

3.2.8 PC Health Status.......................................... ................. 41

3.2.9 Frequency/Voltage Control........................................... 42

3.2.10 Load Optimized Defaults.............................................. 43

3.2.11 Set Password.......... ............................... ........................ 44

3.2.12 Save & Exit Setup............................. ............................ 46

3.2.13 Quit Without Saving..................................................... 46

Chapter 4 Driver Installation..........................................50

4.1 Driver Introduction..........................................................50

4.2 Driver Installation........................................................... 51

4.2.1 Step 1- Install Intel INF Update Driver for Windows XP/

2000 ................................................................................. 51

4.2.2 Step 2- Install Intel Graphic Driver for Windows XP/

2000 ................................................................................. 51

4.2.3 Step 3- Install Audio Driver for Windows XP/2000.... 51

4.2.4 Step 4- Install Realtek Ethernet Driver for Windows XP/

2000 ................................................................................. 51

Appendix A Programming GPIO & Watchdog Timer....54

A.1 Supported GPIO Register................................................54

A.1.1 GPIO Registers ................. ............................... ............. 54

A.1.2 GPIO Example program-1......... ................................. .. 55

A.2 Watchdog programming................................................. 57

Appendix B Pin Assignments ............................................60

B.1 Connectors.......................................................................60

B.1.1 HDD LED/Reset/Power Button (CN1)......................... 60

Table B.1:HDD LED/Reset/Power Button (CN1)........60

B.1.2 Primary IDE Connector (CN2).................................... .61

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Table B.2:Primary IDE Connector (CN2).................... 61

B.1.3 Floppy Connector ................................. ....................... . 62

Table B.3:Floppy Connector......................................... 62

B.1.4 Printer Port Connector ..................................................63

Table B.4:Printer Port Connector ........................... .. ....63

B.1.5 IR Connector................................................................ .63

Table B.5:IR Connector................................................ 63

B.1.6 LCD Inverter Connector (CN6)....................................63

Table B.6:LCD Inverter Connector (CN6)................... 63

B.1.7 Audio Interface (CN7) ................................................. .64

Table B.7:Audio Interface (CN7) ................................. 64

B.1.8 LVDS Connector (CN8) .............................................. .64

Table B.8:LVDS Connector (CN8) .............................. 64

B.1.9 USB port 1, 2 Connector (CN9) .................................. .65

Table B.9:USB port 1,2 Connector (CN9) ...................65

B.1.10 D-SUB VGA Connector (CN10)..................................65

Table B.10:D-SUB VGA Connector (CN10)............... 65

B.1.11 USB port 3,4 Connector (CN11) ................................. .65

Table B.11:USB port 3,4 Connector (CN11) ............... 65

B.1.12 PC 104 Connector.........................................................65

B.1.13 LAN RJ45 Connector (CN13)..................................... .66

Table B.12:LAN RJ45 Connector (CN13)................... 66

B.1.14 COM port 1 (RS-232)(CN14).. ................................. .. .. 66

Table B.13:COM port 1 (RS-232) (CN14)...................66

B.1.15 COM port 2 (RS-232/422/485)(CN15).........................66

Table B.14:COM port 2 (RS-232/422/485) (CN15).....66

B.1.16 ATX Power Connector (CN16)................................... .67

Table B.15:ATX Power Connector (CN16) ................. 67

B.1.17 KB/MS Connector (CN17)...........................................

Table B.16:KB/MS Connector (CN17) ........................ 67

B.1.18 External KB/mouse Connector (CN18)........................67

Table B.17:External KB/mouse Connector (CN18)..... 67

B.1.19 ISA Gold Finger (CN19) ......... .....................................67

B.1.20 ATX Suspend Power Connector (CN20)......................67

Table B.18:ATX Suspend Power Connector (CN20)... 67

B.1.21 Negative Power Input (CN21)..................................... .68

Table B.19:Negative Power Input (CN21)................... 68

B.1.22 CF Connector (CN22)................................................... 68

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B.2 Jumpers............................................................................ 69

B.2.1 LVDS Voltage Choose (JP1)........................................ 69

Table B.20:LVDS Voltage Choose (JP1)..................... 69

B.2.2 CLEAR CMOS (J1)..................................................... .69

Table B.21:CLEAR CMOS (J1)................................... 69

B.2.3 232/422/485 SEL (J2).................................................. .69

Table B.22:232/422/485 SEL (J2)................................ 69

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Appendix C System Assignments......................................72

C.1 System I/O Ports..............................................................72

Table C.1:System I/O ports .......................................... 72

C.2 1st MB memory map....................................................... 73

Table C.2:1st MB memory map ................................... 73

C.3 DMA channel assignments..............................................74

Table C.3:DMA channel assignments .......................... 74

C.4 Interrupt assignments ...................................................... 75

Table C.4:Interrupt assignments................................... 75

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1

CHAPTER

General Information

This chapter gives background
information on the PCA-6780.

Sections include:

• Introduction

• Features

• Specifications

• Board layout and dimensions

1 Chapter 1 General Information

Chapter 1 General Information

1.1 Introduction

The PCA-6780 series is a half-sized ISA bus CPU card designed with
powerful Intel Celeron M processor, with Intel 852GM and ICH4 chipset,
which supports Dynamic Video Memory Technology. For maximum per­formance, PCA-6780 also supports one 200 Pin SODIMM socket and
ECC DDR memory up to 1 GB. These chipsets provide an optimized on­board integrated graphics solution .

Other onboard features include1 EIDE, 1 FDD, 1 LPT, 4 USB 2.0, 2
COM ports (1 x RS-232 and 1 x RS-232/422/485), PS/2 KeyBoard/
mouse, watchdog, and a DI/O interface. The SSD solution supports Type
I/II CompactFlash cards.

This product uses a Intel 852GM that supports VGA/LVDS interface, 2
channel (36-bit) L VDS LCD panel. PCA-6780 supports AC97 audio with
the addition of the optional PCM-231A-00A1E audio module.

The Ethernet interface supports 10/100Base-T Realtek 8100C.

Its dimension follows standard ISA slot PC, this makes it can match with
all half-sized chassis and can operate in high vibration environment.

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1.2 Features

• Intel Embedded new generation Celeron M Processor 1.0 GHz

• Fanless operation at 0 ~ 60° C

• On-board PCI VGA/LVDS display

• Supports 100Base-T Ethernet on board

• Supports 4 x USB 2.0 ports

• Supports 2 Channel 36-bit LVDS for LCD

• Supports 400 MHz Front Side Bus

• Accepts 128/256/512 bit technologies DDR 200/266 DRAM

1.3 Specifications

1.3.1 Standard SBC Functions

• CPU: Supports Intel® Embedded Celeron M Processor,up to 1.0 GHz

• System chipsets: Intel 852GM +ICH4

• BIOS: Award 4Mbit Flash BIOS

• System memory: 200 pin SODIMM x 1, supports ECC double data rate

(DDR) 128 MB to 1 GB, accepts 128/256/512 bit technologies DDR
200/266 DRAM

• 2nd cache memory: 0KB or 512KB on Celeron M

• Enhanced IDE Interface: Supports two enhanced IDE channels. Pri-

mary channel supports ATA-100 mode; Secondary channel only
supports ATA-33 and PIO mode. CFC card occupies secondary IDE
master

• COM Ports: Two COM ports: COM1: RS-232; COM2: RS-232/422/

485

• Printer Ports: One printer port, support SPP/EPP/ECP

• Keyboard/Mouse Connector: Supports standard PC/A T Keyboard and

a PS/2 Mouse

• Power Management: Supports Power Saving Mode, including Normal/

Standard/Suspend modes. APM 1.2 compliant.

• FDD interface: Supports up to one FDD devices

• DI/O interface: 8-bit general purpose input/output

• Watchdog Timer: 0 ~ 255 Sec. System reset or IRQ11

• Expansion Interface: 16-bit ISA Slot

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• Battery: Lithium 3V/196 mAH

• USB: 4 USB ports, USB 2.0 compliant

1.3.2 Display Interface

• Chipset: Intel 852GM

• Memory size: Shared up to 32 MB, supports DVMT

• LVDS Interface: Supports 2 channel (36-bit) LVDS LCD Panel

• Display modes:

CRT Modes: 2048 x 1536 @ 75 Hz;
LCD Modes: up to UXGA panel resolution with

frequency range from 25 MHz to 112 MHz

1.3.3 Solid State disk

• Supports CompactFlash Card Type I/II

1.3.4 Ethernet interface

• Chipset: Realtek 8100C 10/100Mbps LAN Chip

• Connection: on-board RJ-45 connector

• Interface: IEEE 802.3u (100Base-T) protocol compatible

•

Built-in Boot ROM:

• I/O address switchless setting

8100C

1.3.5 Mechanical and Environmental

• Dimensions (L x W): 185 x 122 mm (7.3” x 4.8”)

• Power Supply Voltage:+5 V ± 5%, +12 V ± 5%

• Power Consumption:

Max:

3.29 A @+5 V, 0.67 A @+12 V

Typical:

2.29 A @ +5 V (Celeron M 1.0G + 512 MB)

0.45 A @ +12 V (Celeron M 1.0G + 512 MB)

• Operating temperature: 0 ~ 60° C (32 ~ 140° F) operation

• Operating humidity: 0% ~ 90% Relative Humidity, non-condensing

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1.4 Board layout: dimensions

3

1

7

3

0

5

117.81

108.67

107.08

19.51

16.59

7.62

117.94

113.05

107.90

102.32

81.62

78.19

38.50

14.76

21.67

9.10

3.70

0.00

138.0

119.41

128.36

124.93

10.50

7.20

8.47

0.00

16.73

3.01

50.13

76.03

84.42

23.50

34.25

80.61

81.88

55.97

75.15

65.70

81.00

136.36

106.07

140.04

178.4

167.1

177.7

158.08

167.01

180.94

176.15

170.52

172.17

177.70

154.70

160.62

165.60

177.18

167.64

164.68

161.50

Figure 1.1: Board layout: dimensions (component side)

168.2

122.00

110.22

107.90

185.00

100.58

26.92

185.0

117.94

122.00

117.81

110.25

99.97

85.35

81.55

60.11

42.91

26.85

23.58

9.27

102.32

117.94

62.88

50.18

19.51

14.76

181.99

161.50

157.50

150.75

109.85

104.39

119.30

68.14

24.38

27.58

16.59

0.00

4.06

0.00

23.50

19.40

Figure 1.2: Board layout: dimensions (solder side)

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2

CHAPTER

Installation

This chapter explains the setup procedures
of PCA-6780 hardware, including instruc­tions on setting jumpers and connecting
peripherals, switches and indicators. Be
sure to read all safety precautions before
you begin the installation procedure.

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Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Jumpers

The PCA-6780 has a number of jumpers that allow you to configure your
system to suit your application. The table below lists the functions of the
various jumpers.

Table 2.1: Jumpers

Label Function

JP1 LVDS Voltage choose
J1 CLEAR CMOS
J2 232/422/485 SEL

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2.2 Connectors

Onboard connectors link the PCA-6780 to external devices such as hard
disk drives, a keyboard, or floppy drives. The table below lists the func­tion of each of the board’s connectors.

Table 2.2: Connectors

Label Function

CN1 HDD LED/Reset/Power Button
CN2 Primary IDE Connector
CN3 Floppy Connector
CN4 Printer Port Connector
CN5 IR Connector
CN6 LCD Inverter Connector
CN7 Audio Interface Connector
CN8 LVDS Connector
CN9 USB port 1,2 Connector
CN10 D-SUB VGA Connector
CN11 USB port 3,4 Connector
CN12 PC104 Connector
CN13 LAN RJ45 Connector
CN14 COM port 1 (RS-232)
CN15 COM port 2 (RS-232/422/485)
CN16 ATX Power Connector
CN17 KB/MS Connector
CN18 External KB/mouse Connector
CN19 ISA Gold Finger
CN20 ATX Suspend Power Connector
CN21 Negative Power Input Connector
CN22 CF Connector

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2.3 Locating Connectors (component side)

Figure 2.1: Jumper & Connector Locations

2.4 Locating Connectors (solder side)

Figure 2.2: Connectors (component side)

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2.5 Setting Jumpers

You may configure your card to match the needs of your application by
setting jumpers. A jumper is a metal bridge used to close an electric cir­cuit. It consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected
by a plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a
jumper, you connect the pins with the clip. To “open” a jumper, you
remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have three pins, labeled 1, 2
and 3. In this case you would connect either pins 1 and 2, or 2 and 3.

open closed closed 2-3

The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows:.

open closed closed 2-3

A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers.
If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your
application, contact your local distributor or sales representative before
you make any changes. Generally, you simply need a standard cable to
make most connections.

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2.6 Clear CMOS (J1)

Warning! To avoid damaging the computer, always turn

off the power supply before setting “Clear
CMOS.” Before turning on the power supply,
set the jumper back to “3.0 V Battery On.”

This jumper is used to erase CMOS data and reset system BIOS
information.

The procedure for clearing CMOS is:

1. Turn off the system.

2. Short pin 1 and pin 2.

3. Turn on the system. The BIOS is now reset to its default setting

Table 2.3: Clear CMOS (J1)

Clear CMOS

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2.7 COM2 RS-232/422/485 Select (J2)

Table 2.4: COM2 RS-232/422/485 Select

1-2 (default) RS-232
3-4 RS-422
5-6 RS-485

2.8 LVDS Panel Power Select (JP1)

123

Table 2.5: LVDS Panel Power Select

Pin Function

1-2 (default) +5 V
2-3 +3.3 V

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2.9 Installing SODIMMs

Notes The modules can only fit into a socket one way.

The gold pins must point down into the
SODIMM socket.

The procedure for installing SODIMMs appears below. Please follow
these steps carefully.

1. Make sure that all power supplies to the system are switched off

2. Install the SODIMM card. Install the SODIMM so that its gold pins
point down into the SODIMM socket.

3. Slip the SODIMM into the socket at a 45 degree angle and care­ fully fit the bottom of the card against the connectors.

4. Gently push the SODIMM into a perpendicular position unt il the
clips on the ends of the SODIMM sockets snap into place.

5. Check to ensure that the SODIMM is correctly seated and all con­ nector contacts touch. The SODIMM should not move around in its
socket.

2.10 ATX power Connector (CN5)

The PCA-6780 supports ATX power. CN5 supplies main power (+5 V ,
+12 V , 5 VSB), and it is a 6 x 2 pins power connector, w/Fixed Lock
4200-WS-A1.

Important Make sure that the A TX powe r supply can t a ke

at least a 10 mA load on the 5 V standby lead
(5 VSB). If not, you may have difficulty power­ing on your system.

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2.11 Printer port Connector (CN4)

Normally, the printer port is used to connect the card to a printer. The
PCA-6780 includes a multi-mode (SPP/EPP/ECP) printer port accessed
via CN4 and a 26-pin flat-cable connector. You will need an adapter cable
if you use a traditional DB-25 connector. The adapter cable has a 26-pin
connector on one end, and a DB-25 connector on the other.

The printer port is designated as LPT1, and can be disabled or changed to
LPT2 or LPT3 in the system BIOS setup.

The printer port interrupt channel is designated to be IRQ7.
You can select ECP/EPP DMA channel via BIOS setup.

2.12 CompactFlash Socket

The PCA-6780 provides a 50-pin socket for CompactFlash card type I/II.

2.12.1 CompactFlash (CN22)

The CompactFlash card occupies a secondary IDE channel which can be
enabled/disabled via the BIOS settings.

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2.13 Floppy Connector (CN3)

You can attach up to two floppy drives to the PCA-6780’s on-board con­troller. You can use any combination of 5.25” (360 KB and 1.2 MB) and/
or 3.5” (720 KB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB) drives.

A 34-pin daisy-chain drive connector cable is required for a dual-drive
system. On one end of the cable is a 34-pin flat-cable connector. On the
other end are two sets of floppy disk drive connectors. Each set consists
of a 34-pin flat-cable connector (usually used for 3.5” drives) and a
printed-circuit board connector (usually used for 5.25” drives).

2.13.1 Connecting the floppy drive

1. Plug the 34-pin flat-cable connector into CN3. Make sure that the
red wire corresponds to pin one on the connector.

2. Attach the appropriate connector on the other end of the cable to
the floppy drive(s). You can use only one connector in the set. The
set on the end (after the twist in the cable) connects to the A: drive.
The set in the middle connects to the B: drive.

3. If you are connecting a 5.25” floppy drive, line up the slot in the
printed circuit board with the blocked-off part of the cable connec­tor.

If you are connecting a 3.5” floppy drive, you may have trouble determin­ing which pin is number one. Look for a number printed on the circuit
board indicating pin number one. In addition, the connector on the floppy
drive may have a slot. When the slot is up, pin number one should be on
the right. Check the documentation that came with the drive for more
information.

If you desire, connect the B: drive to the connectors in the middle of the
cable as described above.

In case you need to make your own cable, you can find the pin assign­ments for the board’s connector in Appendix B.

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