Embedded ARTiGO-A1150 User Manual

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ARTiGO-A1150

Barebone System with

EPIA-P900 Embedded Board

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notice and without obligation to notify any person of such change.

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Regulatory Compliance

FCC

FCC----A Radio Frequency Interference

A Radio Frequency Interference Statement

FCCFCC

A Radio Frequency InterferenceA Radio Frequency Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to

part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,

and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction

manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the

interference at his personal expense.

Notice 1

Notice 1Notice 1

The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void

the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Notice 2

Notice 2Notice 2

Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission

limits.

Notice 3

Notice 3Notice 3

The product described in this document is designed for general use, VIA Technologies assumes no

responsibility for the conflicts or damages arising from incompatibility of the product. Check compatibility

issue with your local sales representatives before placing an order.

Statement

Statement Statement

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Battery Recycling and Disposal

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Only use the appropriate battery specified for this product.

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Do not re-use, recharge, or reheat an old battery.

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Do not attempt to force open the battery.

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Do not discard used batteries with regular trash.

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Discard used batteries according to local regulations.

Safety Precautions

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Always read the safety instructions carefully.

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Keep this User's Manual for future reference.

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All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

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Keep this equipment away from humidity.

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Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.

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Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V

before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.

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Place the power cord in such a way that people cannot step on it.

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Always unplug the power cord before inserting any add-on card or module.

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If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by

authorized service personnel:

• The power cord or plug is damaged.

• Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.

• The equipment has been exposed to moisture.

• The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work according

to User's Manual.

• The equipment has dropped and damaged.

• The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.

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Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned or in a

storage temperature above 60°C (140°F). The equipment may be damaged.

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Do not leave this equipment in direct sunlight.

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Never pour any liquid into the opening. Liquid can cause damage or

electrical shock.

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Do not place anything over the power cord.

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Do not cover the ventilation holes. The openings on the enclosure protect

the equipment from overheating

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Box Contents

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1 x ARTiGO-A1150 system

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1 x AC-to-DC adapter, DC 12V/5A, 60W

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1 x Power cable, 180 cm, USA type

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1 x Installation Guide

Ordering Information

Model Number Description

ATG-1150-1D10A1 VIA Eden™ X2 1.0GHz Processor based

Embedded System, with 1 x VGA, 1 x HDMI®, HD Audio (Line-in, Line-out and Mic-in), 1 x GigaLAN, 4 x USB 2.0 1 x USB device, DC-In 12V

Optional Accessories

Power Cord 99G33-02034C Power cord with PSE mark, 180 cm

99G33-02033C Power cord, 180 cm, Europe type

99G33-02031C Power cord, 180 cm, UK type

SD Card Reader

EMIO-5130-00A1 1 x slot SD card reader

WLAN Module EMIO-1533-00A1 802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN USB Module

EMIO-1530-80A1 802.11 b/g Wireless LAN USB Module for

EMIO-1530-90A1 802.11 b/g Wireless LAN USB Module for

for Japan market

USA

Europe

ABLE OF

ONTENTS

1 Product Overview............................................................................................... 1

Key Features........................................................................................................... 2

Specifications ......................................................................................................... 4

ARTiGO-A1150 Dimensions........................................................................... 7

2 Front, Rear and Side I/O Pin Descriptions and Functionality ........ 9

Front I/O Layout ................................................................................................10

Rear I/O Layout ..................................................................................................10

Side I/O Layout...................................................................................................10

I/O Pin Description ...........................................................................................11

Power Button.................................................................................................11

LED Indicators (Power LED and HDD LED)...................................11

USB device port.............................................................................................11

USB 2.0 ports..................................................................................................11

Audio Ports (Line-out, Line-in and Mic-in)........................................12

VGA Port ..........................................................................................................12

HDMI® Port......................................................................................................13

LAN Port ...........................................................................................................13

Power Input (DC-In) Port..........................................................................13

3 Basic installation .................................................................................................15

Installing the memory .....................................................................................16

Opening the Top Cover Chassis ................................................................18

Installing the SATA 2.5” Hard Disk ............................................................19

Installing the SD Card Reader .....................................................................23

Installing the WLAN kit ...................................................................................27

Installing VESA Mount Bracket ...................................................................31

4 BIOS Setup............................................................................................................33

Entering the BIOS Setup Menu ..................................................................34

Control Keys .........................................................................................................34

Getting Help ........................................................................................................35

System Overview ...............................................................................................36

AMIBIOS............................................................................................................36

Processor ..........................................................................................................36

System Memory.............................................................................................36

System Time ....................................................................................................36

System Date ....................................................................................................37

Advanced Settings ............................................................................................38

CPU Configuration ...........................................................................................39

Nano CPU TM3 Function ........................................................................39

SATA Configuration .........................................................................................40

Hard Disk Information................................................................................40

SuperIO Configuration ...................................................................................42

Serial Ports 1 to 2 Address........................................................................42

Hardware Health Configuration ...............................................................43

Smart FAN 1 ...................................................................................................43

ACPI Configuration...........................................................................................44

Suspend Mode ..............................................................................................44

ACPI Version Features ...............................................................................44

APM Configuration...........................................................................................45

Power Button Mode...................................................................................45

Restore on AC/Power Loss......................................................................46

Resume on LAN............................................................................................46

Resume on RTC Alarm...............................................................................46

RTC Alarm Date (Days)..............................................................................47

System Time ....................................................................................................47

Spread Spectrum Configuration ................................................................48

CPU Spread Spectrum Setting ...............................................................48

USB Configuration ............................................................................................49

USB Device Mode Enable........................................................................49

USB Endpoint0 Ctrl Clk..............................................................................49

USBD Interface Selection..........................................................................49

CRB Configuration ............................................................................................50

DRAM Clock....................................................................................................50

Select Display Device 1 and 2................................................................50

VGA Share Memory (Frame Buffer) ...................................................51

OnChip HDAC Device...............................................................................51

WATCH-DOG ................................................................................................51

VT6130 LAN Control..................................................................................51

LAN Option ROM.........................................................................................51

Boot Settings........................................................................................................52

Boot Settings Configuration....................................................................52

Quick Boot.......................................................................................................53

Quiet Boot .......................................................................................................53

Bootup Num-Lock .......................................................................................53

Wait for ‘F1’ if Error .....................................................................................53

Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display........................................................................53

Boot Device Priority ..........................................................................................54

1st Boot Device ..............................................................................................54

Security Settings..................................................................................................55

Change Supervisor Password ................................................................55

Change User Password ............................................................................55

Clear User Password...................................................................................55

VII

Password Check............................................................................................56

Exit Options ..........................................................................................................57

Save Changes and Exit ..............................................................................57

Discard Changes and Exit........................................................................57

Discard Changes ..........................................................................................57

Load Optimal Defaults...............................................................................57

5 Driver Installation...............................................................................................59

Microsoft Driver Support................................................................................60

Linux Driver Support ........................................................................................60

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Product Overview

The ARTiGO-A1150 is an ultra compact embedded system. Its based on the VIA EPIA-P900 Pico-ITX form factor board and powered by high performance VIA Eden X2 1.0 GHz processor. The ARTiGO-A1150 chassis is designed with dual-sided I/O access plates for easy integration.

The mechanical parts in the ARTiGO-A1150 consist of a system chassis, removable top cover and front faceplate. The ARTiGOA1150 comes with built-in SATA data and power cables for 2.5” SATA hard disks. The ARTiGO-A1150 is also available with an optional SD card reader and WLAN (wireless LAN) module.

KEY FEATURES

Ultra compact chassis for the EPIA-P900

The ARTiGO-A1150 houses the VIA EPIA-P900 Pico-ITX form factor board with a maximum height of 56 mm, width of 99 mm and length of 146 mm. The ARTiGO-A1150 chassis is rugged aluminum case, design to ensure maximum reliability.

Small and stylish design The ARTiGO-A1150 housing is composed of three mechanical parts: the chassis, removable top cover and front faceplate. Its space saving design enables it to be installed in space critical environments.

Optimized integration with front and rear I/O access

Front and rear I/O access enables the ARTiGO-A1150 to easily supports various applications as well as for easy integration and quick setup.

Quick Data Transmission by USB device port

The ARTiGO-A1150 comes with one USB device port that allows ARTiGO-A1150 as a USB Client device for user friendly and quick data transfer to another computer.

Display Acceleration

The ARTiGO-A1150 supports hardware acceleration of MPEG-2, WMV9 and H.264 for 1080p full HD display

Shock Resistant The ARTiGO-A1150 is shock resistant to 20G for maximum reliability.

Networking support The ARTiGO-A1150 is equipped with an RJ-45 port that supports Gigabit Ethernet. The ARTiGO-A1150 also has a WLAN module option that gives the ARTiGO-A1150 freedom of WiFi access.

Embedded OS ready The ARTiGO-A1150 is 100% compatible with several operating systems including Microsoft Widows XP, Windows XP Embedded, and Linux. ARTiGO-A1150 is also well suited to the newest Microsoft operating system which is the Windows 7.

SPECIFICATIONS

Processor Core Logic System

System Memory

Graphic

Gigabit Ethernet

Audio

CPU

• VIA Eden X2 1.0 GHz processor

• NanoBGA2 package

• 800 MHz Front Side Bus speed

• 2 MB L2 Cache memory

System Chipset

• VIA VX900 Unified Digital Media IGP chipset

BIOS

• AMI BIOS

• 8Mbit LPC Flash Memory

System Power Management

• Times Power On

• ACPI Supported

Technology

• One DDR3 1066 MHz SDRAM SODIMM slot

Maximum Capacity

• Supports memory sizes up to 4 GB

Controller

• Integrated VIA Chrome™ 9 HCM DX9 3D/2D Graphics and Video Processor

• Integrated Unified Video Decoding Accelerator for MPEG-2(VLD), WMV9/VC1(VLD or iDCT), H.264(VLD)

Display Memory

• Optimized Shared Memory Architecture (UMA), supports up to 512 MB frame buffer using system memory

CRT Interface

• Supports one VGA connector

• Pixel resolution support up 1920 x 1200

HDMI® Interface

• Supports one HDMI® port

Dual Independent Display

• Two independent display engines built-in VX900 chipset, Support CRT+HDMI at different resolutions, pixel depths, and refresh rates with completely two different video contents supports

Controller

• Onboard VIA VT6130G Gigabit Ethernet controllers

Interface

• One RJ-45 connector

• Supports Wake On LAN (WOL)

Controller

• VIA VT2021 High Definition Audio Codec

Interface

• Support three 3.5Ø Audio jacks (Line-in, Line-out, and Mic-in)

USB 2.0

Storage Interface

System Indicator

Watchdog Timer

I/O connectors

Power Supply

USB 2.0 ports

• Supports four USB 2.0 ports

• Supports one USB device port

Hard Disk Drive

• One 2.5-inch hard disk drive bay supports 2.5-inch SATA interface HDD and Flash SSD

• Reserve space for optional support of one SD card by EMIO-5130 (optional) SD card reader

Power Status LED

• One green color LED

HDD Activity LED

• One red color LED

Output

• System reset

Interval

• Programmable 1~255 sec.

Front I/O

• Two USB 2.0 host ports

• One USB device port

• Three 3.5Ø Audio jacks support

• Line-in, Line-out and Mic.-in

Rear I/O

• One VGA connector (D-Sub 15-pin female connector)

• Two USB 2.0 host ports

• One HDMI® connector

• One RJ-45 connector for Gigabit Ethernet connection

Left I/O

• One SD slot for SD card (optional)

Power Consumption

• Typical 12.84W, Maximum 20.72W

Input Voltage

• DC 12V Power Input

• Typical Power Input: 12VDC @ 1.07A

Power Input Connector

• DC Power Input connector by DC Jack connector

Fuse Rating

• 7A @ 125V

Mechanical

Environment Specifications

Software Compatibility

Construction

• Aluminum Chassis Housing

Mounting

• Optional Wall/VESA dual function mouting bracket

Dimension (W x H x D)

• 146 mm x 52 mm x 99 mm

Weight

• 0.6 Kg (1.32 lbs)

Operating Temperature

• 0°C up to 45°C

Storage Temperature

• -10°C to 60°C

Operating Humidity

• 0% ~ 90% @ 45°C, relative humidity, non-condensing

Vibration loading during operation

• 0.6Grms, IEC 60068-2-64, random, 5~500Hz, 1 Oct./min,

1hr/axis

Shock during operation

• 20G, IEC 60068-2-27, half size, 11ms duration

EMC approved

• CE, FCC Class B

Operating System

• Microsoft Windows 7

• Microsoft Widows XP

• Microsoft Windows XP Embedded

• Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard

• Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard 7

• Linux

50 mm

52 mm

2.01 mm

14 mm

99 mm

ARTIGO-A1150 DIMENSIONS

146 mm

56 mm

Inspired by Pico-ITX

52 mm

Front, Rear and Side

I/O Pin Descriptions

and Functionality

HDMI

DC IN 12V

Power port

VGA port

USB port 4

USB port 3

LAN port

HDMI port

SD Card slot

FRONT I/O LAYOUT

USB port 1

USB port 2

Power button

Inspired by Pico-ITX

Line-out

Line-in

Mic-in

REAR I/O LAYOUT

SIDE I/O LAYOUT

Mini USB port

Power LED

HDD LED

I/O PIN DESCRIPTION

Power Button

The ARTiGO-A1150 comes with a Power On/Off button, that supports Soft Power-On/Off (Instant Off or 4-Second Delay) and Suspend.

LED Indicators (Power LED and HDD LED)

There are two LEDs on the front face plate that indicate the system status: The Power LED indicates the power status and flashes in green. The HDD LED indicates the hard disk status and flashes in red.

USB device port

The ARTiGO-A1150 provides a USB device port in the front panel for quick data transfer to another computer.

Pin Signal

1 +5VUSBD 2 USBDP3 USBDP+ 4 USBID 5 GND

USB 2.0 ports

The ARTiGO-A1150 provides four USB 2.0 ports (two in the front panel, and two in the rear panel) for Plug & Play and hot swapping access to external devices. The USB interface complies with USB UHCI, Rev. 2.0.

Pin Signal

1 VCC 2 USB_P03 USB_P0+ 4 GND

Audio Ports (Line-out, Line-in and Mic-in)

The ARTiGO-A1150 offers High Definition Audio through three

3.5 mm TRS jack connectors: Line-out, Line-in and Mic-in.

The Line-out jack is for connecting to external speakers or headphones. The Line-In jack is for connecting to an external audio device such as a CD player, tape player, etc. The Mic-in jack is for connecting to a microphone.

Connector

Line-out Phone Jack 3.5Ø 5P, 90 Degree, Female, color lime green, SHIELDED Line-in Phone Jack 3.5Ø 5P, 90 Degree, Female, color light blue, SHIELDED Mic-in Phone Jack 3.5Ø 5P, 90 Degree, Female, color light pink, SHIELDED

Type

VGA Port

The ARTiGO-A1150 provides a high resolution VGA interface through a 15-pin D-sub female connector to support analog VGA CRT monitors. It supports VGA and VESA, up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz resolution and up to 256 MB shared memory.

Pin Signal

1 Red 2 Green 3 Blue 4 NC 5 GND 6 GND 7 GND 8 GND 9 NC 10 GND 11 NC 12 DDC DAT 13 H-SYNC 14 V-SYNC 15 DDC CLK

HDMI® Port

The ARTiGO-A1150 provides a High Definition Multimedia Interface port for connecting to high definition video and digital audio. The HDMI® port connector allows you to connect digital video devices which utilize a high definition video signal.

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 TX2+ 2 GND 3 TX2- 4 TX1+ 5 GND 6 TX17 TX0+ 8 GND 9 TX0- 10 TXC+ 11 GND 12 TXC13 - 14 15 DDCSCL 16 DDCSDA 17 GND 18 +5V 19 Hot Plug Detect

LAN Port

The ARTiGO-A1150 is equipped with the VIA VT6122 Gigabit LAN controller. The Ethernet port provides a standard RJ-45 jack connector with LED indicators to show its Active/Link status (green LED) and Speed status (white LED).

Pin Signal

1 TXPA 2 TXNA 3 TXPB 4 TXNB 5 TXPC 6 TXNC 7 TXPD 8 TXND

Power Input (DC-In) Port

The ARTiGO-A1150 comes with a DC Power Input connector jack.

Pin Signal

1 GND 2 +12V

Basic installation

INSTALLING THE MEMORY

Step 1

Locate the memory access cover on the bottom side of the ARTiGO-A1150 and remove the screw.

Step 2

Remove the memory access cover as indicated in the figure below.

Step 3

Insert the memory module into the DDR3 SODIMM socket at the 45 degree angle. Then push down until the memory module snaps into place. The DDR3 SODIMM socket has two locking mechanisms that will click once the memory module has been fully inserted.

1 2

Step 4

Reinstall the memory access cover and secure it with screw.

OPENING THE TOP COVER CHASSIS

Step 1

Remove the screw of the top cover from the rear panel of the ARTiGO-A1150.

Step 2

Then gently slide the top cover backward and lift off the top cover as indicated in the figure below.

INSTALLING THE SATA 2.5” HARD DISK

Step 1

Gently slide and remove the top cover backward and lift off the top cover.

Step 2

On the bottom side of the top cover, remove the SATA 2.5” hard disk cover plate by unscrewing the four screws.

Step 3

Attach the hard disk plate to the 2.5-inch SATA hard disk by aligning the mounting holes on the SATA 2.5” hard disk with the mounting holes on the hard disk cover plate. Then secure the hard disk in place with four screws.

Step 4

On the bottom side of the top cover, remove the protective (plastic) layer of the hard disk thermal pad.

Step 5

Reinstall the hard disk plate by aligning the cover plate with the mounting holes under the top cover and secure it with four screws.

Step 6

Connect the SATA power and SATA data cables to the hard disk.

Step 7

Replace the top cover onto the ARTiGO-A1150.

INSTALLING THE SD CARD READER

Step 1

Locate the mounting area of SD card reader. Remove the five screws in order to remove the front panel plate.

Step 2

Remove the fan duct as indicated in the figure below.

Step 3

Mount the SD card reader module (EMIO-5130) and secure it with two screws.

Step 4

Locate the SD card reader pin headers on the SD card reader module (EMIO-5130) and on the P820-B daughter card.

Step 5

Gently connect the SD card reader cable to the pin header on the SD card reader module (EMIO-5130) and to the pin header on the P820-B daughter card.

Step 6

Properly route the SD card reader cable underneath the fan duct. Then reinstall the fan duct and front panel plate.

Step 7

Replace the top cover of the ARTiGO-A1150.

INSTALLING THE WLAN KIT

Step 1

Remove the top cover and the front panel plate by unscrewing the five screws as indicated in the figure below.

Step 2

Remove the four screws indicated by the red arrows and carefully lift the fan duct off the board.

Step 3

Locate the WLAN pin header on the P820-B daughter card.

Step 4

Gently connect WLAN USB cable to the pin header on the P820-B daughter card.

Step 5

First reinstall the fan duct, and connect the grounding cable to one of the screws of the fan duct as indicated in the figure below. Then attach the front panel plate and secure it with screws.

Note:

Make sure the WLAN USB cable is properly routed underneath the fan duct.

Step 6

Locate the WLAN antenna hole at the rear side of the chassis and install the WLAN antenna.

Step 7

Mount the WLAN USB module (EMIO-1530 802.11b/g or EMIO1533 802.11n) on the bottom side of chassis top cover with two screws.

Step 8

Connect the WLAN USB cable to the mini connector on the WLAN module and the grounding cable to the screw area. Then connect the WLAN antenna cable to the micro RF connector on the WLAN USB module (EMIO-1530 802.11b/g or EMIO-1533 802.11n) as indicated in the figure below.

Step 9

Reinstall the top cover of the ARTiGO-A1150.

INSTALLING VESA MOUNT BRACKET

An optional VESA mount bracket kit is available for mounting the ARTiGO-A1150 behind the monitor.

Step 1

Attach the VESA mount bracket to the back of the monitor as indicated in the figure.

Step 2

Place the ARTiGO-A1150 unit into the VESA mount bracket. Then connect all the necessary cables from the opening in the base of the bracket.

BIOS Setup

This chapter gives a detailed explanation of the BIOS setup functions.

ENTERING THE BIOS SETUP MENU

Power on the computer and press <Delete> during the beginning of the boot sequence to enter the BIOS setup menu. If you missed the BIOS setup entry point, restart the system and try again.

CONTROL KEYS

Keys Description

Up Move to the previous item

Down Move to the next item

Left Move to the previous tab

Right Move to the next tab

Enter Select the item

Esc Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu

+ (number pad) Increase the numeric value

- (number pad) Decrease the numeric value F1 General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and

F7 Discard Changes F9 Load Optimized defaults

F10 Save all the changes and exit

from a submenu

Option Page Setup Menu

GETTING HELP

The BIOS setup program provides a “General Help” screen. You can display this screen from any menu/sub-menu by pressing <F1>. The help screen displays the keys for using and navigating the BIOS setup. Press <Esc> to exit the help screen.

System Time [1 : 42 : 06]

System Overview

Version : 1.01

Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.

Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

System Date [Thu 09/29/2011]

AMIBIOS

Build Date : 09/21/11 ID : H310S101

VIA Eden X2 U4100 @ 800 MHz

Processor

Size : 1792MB

System Memory

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

+ Tab F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Change Option Select Field General Help Save and Exit Exit

Main Advanced Boot Security Exit

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

The System Overview screen is the default screen that is shown when the BIOS Setup Utility is launched. This screen can be accessed by traversing the navigation bar to the “Main” label.

AMIBIOS

The content in this section of the screen shows the current BIOS version, build date, and ID number.

Processor

This content in this section shows the CPU information that has been detected. This information includes the CPU name and speed.

System Memory

This section shows the amount of available memory that has been detected.

System Time

This section shows the current system time. Press Tab to traverse right and Shift+Tab to traverse left through the hour, minute, and second segments. The + and - keys on the number pad can be used to change the values. The time format is [Hour : Minute : Second].

System Date

This section shows the current system date. Press Tab to traverse right and Shift+Tab to traverse left through the month, day, and year segments. The + and - keys on the number pad can be used to change the values. The weekday name is automatically updated when the date is altered. The date format is [Weekday, Month, Day, Year].

ADVANCED SETTINGS

The Advanced Settings screen shows a list of categories that can provide access to a sub-screen. Sub-screen links can be identified by the preceding right-facing arrowhead.

Main Advanced Boot Security Exit

Advanced Settings

WARNING :

Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction.

CPU Configuration

SATA Configuration SuperIO Configuration Hardware Health Configuration ACPI Configuration APM Configuration Spread Spectrum Configuration USB Configuration CRB Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Configure CPU.

Select Screen Select Item

Enter

Go to Sub Screen

General Help

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

The Advanced Settings screen contains the following links:

 CPU Configuration  SATA Configuration  SuperIO Configuration  Hardware Health Configuration  ACPI Configuration  APM Configuration  Spread Spectrum Configuration  USB Configuration  CRB Configuration

CPU CONFIGURATION

The CPU Configuration screen shows detailed information about the built-in processor. In addition to the processor information, the thermal controls can be set.

Advanced

Configure advanced CPU settings

Module Version 01.08

Manufacturer : VIA VIA Eden X2 U4100 @ 800 MHz Speed (FSB 133MHz * 6): 800MHz Core : 2 Cache L1 : 128 KB Cache L2 : 1024 KB Microcode revision : 24

Nano CPU TM3 Function [Enabled]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Enabled/Disabled Nano CPU Thermal Monitor 3 function.

Select Screen Select Item

+ -

Change Option

General Help

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

Nano CPU TM3 Function

The Nano CPU TM3 Function has two settings: Disabled and Enabled. When the setting is changed to “Disabled”, the CPU’s built-in thermal sensor will not function. When the setting is changed to “Enabled”, the thermal sensor will automatically adjust the CPU ratio and V

to prevent the CPU from overheating.

CORE

SATA CONFIGURATION

The SATA Configuration screen shows links to the primary and secondary SATA hard drive information screens.

Advanced

SATA Configuration

Serial ATA IDE devices

SATA-1 Primary IDE : [Hard Disk]

SATA-1 Secondary IDE : [Not Detected]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

While entering setup, BIOS auto detects the presence of SATA devices. This displays the status of auto detection of SATA devices.

Select Screen Select Item

Enter

Go to Sub Screen

General Help

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

The SATA Configuration screen contains the following links:

 SATA-I Primary IDE  SATA-I Secondary IDE

Hard Disk Information

When a hard drive is detected, the hard drive’s detailed information can be displayed on the SATA-1 Primary/Secondary IDE sub-screen.

Advanced

SATA-1 Primary IDE

Device : Not Detected

PIO Mode : Auto

DMA Mode : Auto

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select the type of

Select PIO Mode.

device connected to the system.

Select Screen Select Item

+ -

Change Option

General Help

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

In addition, the PIO and DMA modes may be configured for each SATA hard drive.

PIO Mode

The PIO Mode has six possible settings: Auto, 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. The “Auto” setting enables the BIOS to autonomously determine the appropriate PIO mode for the hard drive. If a manual setting is preferred, then be sure the correct PIO mode of the hard drive is used. It is not recommended to set the PIO mode higher than what the hard drive manufacturer states.

DMA Mode

The DMA Mode has four possible settings: Auto, SWDMAn, MWDMAn and UDMAn. If a manual setting is preferred, then be sure the correct DMA mode of the hard drive is used.

Auto

The “Auto” setting enables the BIOS to automatically detect DMA mode.

SWDMAn

Single Word DMA mode.

MWDMAn

Multi Word DMA mode.

UDMAn

Ultra Word DMA mode.

SUPERIO CONFIGURATION

The SuperIO Configuration screen shows the specific addresses and IRQs of the onboard serial ports.

Advanced

Configure F81865F Super IO Chipset

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]

Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Allows BIOS to select Serial Port1 base addresses.

Select Screen Select Item

+ -

Change Option

General Help

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

Serial Ports 1 to 2 Address

This option allows the user to select the Serial Port 1 and 2 base I/O address and interrupt request address. The Serial Port 1 to 2 has four selectable options.

Port Address and IRQs

1 Disabled, 3F8/IRQ4, 3E8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3 2 Disabled, 3F8/IRQ4, 2F8/IRQ3, 2E8/IRQ3

Hardware Health Configuration

Fan configuration mode setting

System Temperature :28°C/82°F

+1.2V (VIN1) :1.240 V

Advanced

CPU Temperature :33°C/91°F

Fan1 Speed :3000 RPM

+3.3V (VIN2) :3.352 V

Smart FAN 1 :[Auto]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

+ F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit

HARDWARE HEALTH CONFIGURATION

The Hardware Health Configuration displays all monitored information. The temperature is taken from a sensor.

Smart FAN 1

The Smart FAN features have two options: Auto and Full Speed. The “Auto” option enables the BIOS to adjust the fan speed according to the needs of the CPU and system. The “Full Speed” option forces the fans to run at their maximum RPM.

ACPI CONFIGURATION

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) grants the operating system direct control over system power management. The ACPI Configuration screen can be used to set a number of power management related functions.

Advanced

ACPI Settings

Suspend mode [Auto]

ACPI Version Features [ACPI v3.0]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend

Select Screen Select Item

+ -

Change Option

General Help

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

Suspend Mode

The Suspend Mode field has three selectable options.

S1 (POS)

S1/Power On Suspend (POS) is a low power state. In this state, no system context (CPU or chipset) is lost and hardware maintains all system contexts.

S3 (STR)

S3/Suspend To RAM (STR) is a power-down state. In this state, power is supplied only to essential components such as main memory and wakeup-capable devices. The system context is saved to main memory, and context is restored from the memory when a "wakeup" event occurs.

Auto

When the Suspend Mode is set to Auto, the operating system will control the power state.

ACPI Version Features

The ACPI Version Features enables the BIOS to support the designated ACPI specification. There are three versions to choose from: ACPI 1.0, ACPI 2.0, and ACPI 3.0.

APM CONFIGURATION

Advanced Power Management (APM) enables the operating system to co-work with the BIOS to control the system power management. The APM Configuration screen can be used to set a number of power management functions.

Advanced

Power Button Mode [On/Off]

Restore on AC/Power Loss [Last State]

Advanced Resume Event Controls Resume On LAN [Disabled] Resume On RTC Alarm [Disabled]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

On/Off Standby Suspend

+ F1 F10 ESC

Options

Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit

Power Button Mode

The Power Button Mode has three options.

On/Off When On/Off is selected, pressing the power button will instantly cause the system to power on or off.

Standby When Standby is selected; the power button must be pressed and held down for 4 seconds before the system will power off.

Suspend When Suspend is selected, pressing the power button will instantly cause the system to enter suspend mode.

Restore on AC/Power Loss

Restore on AC/Power Loss defines how the system will respond after AC power has been interrupted while the system is on. There are three options.

Power Off The Power Off option keeps the system in an off state until the power button is pressed again.

Power On The Power On option restarts the system when the power has returned.

Last State The Last State option restores the system to its previous state when the power was interrupted.

Resume on LAN

Resume on LAN allows to turned on a system that has been put into suspend or standby mode. When this feature is enabled, LAN activity as defined in the Resume on LAN feature will cause the system to wake up. This feature has three options.

S1 The S1 option enables LAN activity to be detected if the system is in S1 power saving mode.

S1/S3/S4/S5 The S1/S3/S4/S5 option enables LAN activity to be detected if the system is in S1/S3/S4/S5 power saving mode.

Disabled The Disabled option disables the detection of all LAN activity.

Resume on RTC Alarm

Resume on RTC Alarm can only be used if Resume on Software RTC Alarm is not enabled. This feature enables the BIOS to

automatically power on the system at a scheduled time. When enabled, the RTC Alarm Date and System Time features will be unlocked.

RTC Alarm Date (Days)

The RTC Alarm Date feature is visible only when Resume on RTC Alarm is enabled. This feature enables the user to specify a specific

date each month or daily recurrence. Use the + and - keys on the number pad to change the value of the RTC Alarm Date.

Every Day The Every Day option triggers the RTC Alarm daily.

1 – 31 When a specific numeric date is selected, the RTC Alarm will be triggered on that day of the month.

System Time

The System Time option enables the user to specify the time the system should power on for the date that is set in RTC Alarm Date.

Spread Spectrum Configuration

Dynamic to adjust SSC.

CPU Spread Spectrum Setting [0.1%]

Advanced

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

+ F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit

SPREAD SPECTRUM CONFIGURATION

The Spread Spectrum Configuration screen enables access to the Spread Spectrum Setting feature.

CPU Spread Spectrum Setting

The Spread Spectrum Setting feature enables the BIOS to modulate the clock frequencies originating from the mainboard. The settings are in percentages of modulation. Higher percentages result in greater modulation of clock frequencies. This feature has settings that range from 0.1% to 0.9%.

USB CONFIGURATION

The USB Configuration screen shows the number of connected USB devices. Additionally, support for various USB features can be enabled or disabled.

Advanced

USB Configuration

Module Version - 2.24.5-13.4

USB Devices Enabled :

1 Keyboard, 1 Mouse

USB Device Mode Enable [Enabled]

USB Endpoint0 Ctrl Clk [Enabled] USBD Interface Selection [Original]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Enables USB device mode.

Select Screen Select Item

+ -

Change Option

General Help

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

USB Device Mode Enable

Settings Description

Enabled Unlocks the USB device port. Disabled Locks the USB device port.

USB Endpoint0 Ctrl Clk

This option is only available if USB Device Mode Enable is enabled.

Settings Description

Enabled Enable dynamic clock control Disabled Disable dynamic clock control

USBD Interface Selection

This option is only available if USB Device Mode Enable is enabled.

Settings Description

CRB CONFIGURATION

The CRB Configuration screen includes several chipset settings.

Advanced

DRAM Clock [Auto]

Select Display Device 1 [CRT] Select Display Device 2 [HDMI] VGA Share Memory (Frame Buffer) [256MB] OnChip HDAC Device [Enable] WATCH-DOG [Disabled] VT6130 LAN Control [Enabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Auto 400 MHz 533 MHz

+ F1 F10 ESC

Options

Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit

DRAM Clock

The DRAM Clock feature enables the user to determine how the BIOS handles the memory clock frequency. The memory clock can either be dynamic or static. This feature has three options.

Auto The Auto option enables the BIOS to select a compatible clock frequency for the installed memory.

400 MHz The 400 MHz option forces the BIOS to be fixed at 800 MHz for DDR3 memory modules.

533 MHz The 533 MHz option forces the BIOS to be fixed at 1066 MHz for DDR3 memory modules.

Select Display Device 1 and 2

The Select Display Device feature enables the user to choose a specific display interface. This feature has twelve options: CRT, LCD and HDMI®.

VGA Share Memory (Frame Buffer)

The VGA Share Memory feature enables the user to choose the amount of the system memory to reserve for use by the integrated graphics controller. The amount of memory that can be reserved ranges from 64 – 512 MB.

OnChip HDAC Device

The OnChip HDAC Device feature enables the BIOS to control the high definition audio codec in the chipset. This feature has two options: enable and disable.

WATCH-DOG

The WATCHDOG Timer Enable feature unlocks two other features that enable the BIOS to monitor the state of the system. This feature has two options: enabled or disabled.

VT6130 LAN Control

The VT6130 LAN Control feature determines whether the onboard LAN controller will be used or not.

LAN Option ROM

The LAN Option ROM feature will only be visible if the VT6130 LAN Control feature is enabled. If the LAN Option ROM feature is

enabled, then the system will load a separate ROM for the LAN controller in order to boot through the Gigabit Ethernet.

Boot Settings

Configure Settings during System Boot.

Boot Settings Configuration

Boot Device Priority

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Enter F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Go to Sub Screen General Help Save and Exit Exit

Main Advanced Boot Security Exit

Boot

Boot Settings Configuration

Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system.

Quick Boot [Enabled]

Quiet Boot [Enabled] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Wait for 'F1' if Error [Enabled] Hit 'DEL' Message Display [Enabled]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

+ F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit

BOOT SETTINGS

The Boot Settings screen has a single link that goes to the Boot Settings Configuration and Boot Device Priority screens.

 Boot Settings Configuration  Boot Device Priority

Boot Settings Configuration

The Boot Settings Configuration screen has several features that can be run during the system boot sequence.

Quick Boot

The Quick Boot feature enables the BIOS to skip certain tests in order to speed up the boot sequence. This feature has two options: enabled and disabled.

Quiet Boot

The Quiet Boot feature hides all of the Power-on Self Test (POST) messages during the boot sequence. Instead of the POST messages, the user will see an OEM logo. This feature has two options: enabled and disabled.

Bootup Num-Lock

The Bootup Num-Lock feature determines how the 10-key pad will behave. When the feature is enabled, the 10-key pad will behave as a number pad. When the feature is disabled, the 10-key pad will behave as cursor navigation keys.

Wait for ‘F1’ if Error

This feature determines how the system will respond if an error is detected during the boot sequence. If this feature is enabled, the BIOS will pause booting and wait for the user to press F1 to enter the BIOS setup menu. This feature has two options: enabled and disabled.

Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display

This feature determines if the BIOS will display a POST message that informs the user how to access the BIOS Setup Utility.1 This feature has two options: enabled and disabled.

Boot Device Priority

Specifies the best sequence from the available devices.

A device enclosed in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu.

1st Boot Device [Network: VIA Networking]

Boot

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

+ F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit

BOOT DEVICE PRIORITY

The Boot Device Priority screen lists all bootable devices.

1st Boot Device

This feature specifies the boot sequence from the available devices. The available boot devices are detected dynamically and bootable devices will be listed accordingly. This feature has two options: Network: VIA Networking Bootagent, and Disabled]

SECURITY SETTINGS

The Security Settings screen provides a way to restrict access to the BIOS or even the entire system.

Main Advanced Boot Security Exit

Security Settings

Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed

Change Supervisor Password

Change User Password

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Install or Change the password.

Select Screen Select Item Change

Enter

General Help

F1 F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

Change Supervisor Password

This option is for setting a password for accessing the BIOS setup utility. When a password has been set, a password prompt will be displayed whenever the BIOS setup utility is launched. This prevents an unauthorized person from changing any part of the system configuration.

When a supervisor password is set, the Password Check option will be unlocked.

Change User Password

This option is for setting a password for non-supervisors. When a user password is set, the Clear User Password and Password Check options will be unlocked.

Clear User Password

This option is only available when the user accesses the BIOS Setup Utility when the user password has been specified.

Password Check

This feature is compulsory when the Change Supervisor Password option is set. The user will have up to three chances to enter the correct password before the BIOS forces the system to stop booting. If the user does not enter the correct password, the keyboard will also lock up. The only way to get past this is to do a hard reboot (i.e., use the system reset button or cut off the power to the system). A soft reboot (i.e., Ctrl+Alt+Del) will not work because the keyboard will be locked. This feature has two options.

Setup The Setup option forces user to enter a password in order to access the BIOS Setup Utility.

Always The Always option forces users to enter a password in order to boot up the system.

EXIT OPTIONS

Main Advanced Boot Security Exit

Exit Options

Save Changes and Exit

Discard Changes and Exit Discard Changes

Load Optimal Defaults

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Exit system setup after saving the changes.

F10 key can be used for this operation.

Select Screen Select Item

Enter

Change

General Help

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

Save Changes and Exit

Save all changes to the BIOS and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. The “F10” hotkey can also be used to trigger this command.

Discard Changes and Exit

Exit the BIOS Setup Utility without saving any changes. The “Esc” hotkey can also be used to trigger this command.

Discard Changes

This command reverts all changes to the settings that were in place when the BIOS Setup Utility was launched. The “F7” hotkey can also be used to trigger this command.

Load Optimal Defaults

Load optimal default values for all the setup items. The default optimized values are defined by the mainboard manufacturer to provide optimized environment for a basic system. The “F9” hotkey can also be used to trigger this command.

Driver Installation

MICROSOFT DRIVER SUPPORT

The VIA ARTiGO-A1150 is compatible with Microsoft operating systems. The latest Windows drivers can be downloaded from the VIA Embedded website at www.viaembedded.com.

For embedded operating systems, the related drivers can be found in the VIA Embedded website at www.viaembedded.com.

LINUX DRIVER SUPPORT

The VIA ARTiGO-A1150 is highly compatible with many Linux distributions.

Support and drivers are provided through various methods including:

1. Drivers provided by VIA

2. Using a driver built into a distribution package

3. Visiting www.viaembedded.com for the latest updated

drivers

4. Installing a third party driver (such as the ALSA driver from

the Advanced Linux Sound Architecture project for integrated audio)

For OEM clients and system integrators developing a product for long term production, other code and resources may also be made available. Contact VIA Embedded to submit a request.

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