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A. I/O Port Address Map .................................................. 71
B. Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) ...................................... 72
C. Watchdog Timer Configuration ................................... 73
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INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Product Description
The MB980 ATX motherboard is based on the latest Intel® Q87 chipset.
The platform supports 4th generation Intel® Core processor family with
LGA1150 packing and features an integrated dual-channel DDR3
memory controller as well as a graphics core.
The latest Intel® processors provide advanced performance in both
computing and graphics quality. This meets the requirement of customers
in the gaming, POS, digital signage and server market segment.
The Q87 platform is made with 22-nanometer technology that supports
Intel’s first processor architecture to unite the CPU and the graphics core
on the transistor level. The MB980 ATX board utilizes the dramatic
increase in performance provided this Intel’s latest cutting-edge
technology. Measuring 305mm x 244mm, the MB980 offers fast 6Gbps
SATA support (6 ports), USB3.0 (4 ports) and interfaces for DVI-D,
DVI-I and DP displays. MB980VF features Intel® Active Management
Technology 9.0.
DVI-D + DVI-I stack connector; Dual DB9 stack connector for COM #1, #2
Dual USB (2.0) dual stack connector; DP stack connector
Gigabit LAN RJ-45 + dual USB (3.0) stack connector x2
RCA Jack 3 x 1 for HD Audio
Onboard
Header/
Connector
6 ports x SATA III [Blue color]
2x5 pin-header x4 for 8 ports USB; 2x5 pin-header for front panel audio
4x10 box-header for COM3 (RS232) ~ COM6 (RS232)
2x5 pin-header for Digital IO
Watchdog Timer
Yes (256 segments, 0, 1, 2…255 sec/min)
System Voltage
ATX
Others
LAN Wakeup, vPro
TM
Board Size
305mm x 244mm
MB980 Specifications
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Installations
This section provides information on how to use the jumpers and
connectors on the MB980 in order to set up a workable system. The
topics covered are:
Installing the CPU ................................................................ ................ 5
Installing the Memory .......................................................................... 7
Setting the Jumpers .............................................................................. 8
Connectors on MB980 ....................................................................... 13
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NOTE:
Ensure that the CPU heat sink and the CPU top surface are in
total contact to avoid CPU overheating problem that would
cause your system to hang or be unstable.
Installing the CPU
The MB980 board supports an LGA1150 Socket (shown below) for Intel
Sandy Bridge processors.
To install the CPU, unlock first the socket by pressing the lever sideways,
then lift it up to a 90-degree. Then, position the CPU above the socket
such that the CPU corner aligns with the gold triangle matching the
socket corner with a small triangle. Carefully insert the CPU into the
socket and push down the lever to secure the CPU. Then, install the heat
sink and fan.
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DDR3 Module
Lock
Lock
Lock
Lock
Installing the Memory
The MB980 board supports four DDR3 memory socket for a maximum
total memory of 32GB in DDR3 DIMM memory type.
Installing and Removing Memory Modules
To install the DDR3 modules, locate the memory slot on the board and
perform the following steps:
1. Hold the DDR3 module so that the key of the DDR3 module aligned
with that on the memory slot.
2. Gently push the DDR3 module in an upright position until the clips of
the slot close to hold the DDR3 module in place when the DDR3
module touches the bottom of the slot.
3. To remove the DDR3 module, press the clips with both hands.
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Setting the Jumpers
Jumpers are used on MB980 to select various settings and features
according to your needs and applications. Contact your supplier if you
have doubts about the best configuration for your needs. The following
lists the connectors on MB980 and their respective functions.
Jumper Locations on MB980 ............................................................... 9