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Table of Contents
Safety Information ................................................................................................ 4
Setting up your system ................................................................................................. 4
Care during use ............................................................................................................ 4
Your SI-38N is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for
information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that
you read the following safety instructions.
Setting up your system
Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you operate your
system.
Do not use this product near water.
Set up the system on a stable surface. Do not secure the system on any unstable
plane.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious damage to the product.
Slots and openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these
openings. Make sure you leave plenty of space around the system for ventilation.
Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation openings.
This system should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or
local power company.
Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C and
45˚C.
If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total ampere rating of the
devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere rating.
DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE
THESTORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE
80° C (176° F). THIS COULD DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT
SHOULD BE IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.
Care during use
Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.
Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system.
When the system is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows.
Always unplug all power, and network cables from the power outlets before
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cleaning the system.
If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the
power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has been spilled into the system.
The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating
instructions.
The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
NO DISASSEMBLY
The warranty does not apply to the products that have been disassembled by users
WARNING
HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS
KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY
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Acknowledgments
AMI is a registered trademark of AMI Software International, Inc.
AMD and ATI are registered trademarks of AMD Corporation.
Microsoft Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
FINTEK is a registered trademark of FINTEK Electronics Corporation.
REALTEK is a registered trademark of REALTEK Electronics Corporation.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
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Accessories
Components
I/O View
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system.
Power Bottom
The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system.
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HDD
The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard
disk
Power
The power LED illuminated when system been power on.
Dual Link DVI-I
The Dual Link DVI-I interface to transmitting uncompressed digital data come
from A70 (Accelerated Processing Unit). Max resolution can support 2560 X
1600.
Hybrid DVI-I
The Hybrid DVI-I interface can support VGA, DVI-D and HDMI (with audio) to
transmitting uncompressed digital data come from A70 (Accelerated Processing
Unit).
LAN 1
The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection
to a local network.
COM 1
Communication or serial port is compatible with RJ 45 interface without RI (ring
indicator) signal.
USB1/2
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB devices such as
keyboards, mouse devices, cameras, and hard disk drives. USB allows many
devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripheral acting
as additional plug-in sites or hubs.
AUDIO
The stereo audio jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s audio out signal to
amplified speakers or headphones.
DC-IN 12 V
The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this
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jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the system. To prevent
damage to the system, always use the supplied power adapter.
Specification
‧
This specification is subject to change without prior notice.
Mounting SI-38N to the Wall
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You can install SI-38N on plastic (LCD monitor), wood, drywall surface over studs,
or a solid concrete or metal plane directly. Ensure the installer uses at least four M3
length 6mm screws to secure the system on wall. Four M3 length 6mm screws are recommended to secure the system on wall.
Fasteners are not included with the unit, and must be supplied by the installer. The
types of fasteners required are dependent on the type of wall construction. Choose
fasteners that are rated either ”Medium Duty“ or ”Heavy Duty.“ To assure proper
fastener selection and installation, follow the fastener manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Wall mounting requirements
Note: Before mounting the system on wall, ensure that you are following all
applicable building and electric codes.
When mounting, ensure that you have enough room for power and signal cable
routing. And have good ventilation for power adapter. The method of mounting must
be able to support weight of the SI-38N plus the suspend weight of all the cables to
be attached to the system. Use the following methods for mounting your system:
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Mounting to hollow walls
Method 1: Wood surface – A minimum wood thickness – 38mm (1.5in.) by
25.4 cm (10in.) – of high, construction – grade wood is recommended.
Note: This method provides the most reliable attachment of the unit with
little risk that the unit will come loose or require ongoing maintenance.
Method 2: Drywall walls - Drywall over wood studs is acceptable.
Mounting to a solid concrete or brick wall - Mounts on a flat smooth surface.
Selecting the location
Plan the mounting location thoroughly. Locations such as walkway areas, hallways,
and crowded areas are not recommended. Mount the unit to a flat, sturdy,
structurally sound column or wall surface.
The best mounting surface is a standard countertop, cabinet, table, or other
structure that is minimally the width and length of the unit. This recommendation
reduces the risk that someone may accidentally walk into and damage the device.
Local laws governing the safety of individuals might require this type of
consideration.
Exploded view of the SI-38N assembly
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Parts description
Part NO.
Description
Part NO.
Description
1
IB939 MB
2
Base
3
Heat sink
4
Main chassis
5
I/O bracket
6
Wall mount kit
7
HDD bracket
8
2.5” HDD
Installation
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Installing the memory
The IB939 board supports two DDR3 memory socket for a maximum total memory of
8GB in DDR3 SO-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 aligns with that on
the memory slot. Insert the module into the socket at a slight angle
(approximately 30 degrees). Note that the socket and module are both keyed,
which means that the module can be installed only in one direction.
2. To seat the memory module into the socket, apply firm and even pressure to
each end of the module until you feel it slip down into the socket.
3. With the module properly seated in the socket, rotate the module downward.
Continue pressing downward until the clips at each end lock into position.
4. To remove the DDR3 module, press the clips with both hands.
Setting Jumper
Jumpers are used on SI-38N 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 SI-38N and their
respective functions.
Jumper Locations on IB939 Page 13
JP4, JP5: COM4 RS232 RI/+5V/+12V Power Setting Page 13
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J15: Clear CMOS Setting Page 14
JP4/JP5
Setting
Function
Pin 1-2
Short/Closed
+12V
Pin 3-4
Short/Closed
RI
Pin 5-6
Short/Closed
+5V
JP15
Function
Jumper Locations on IB939
JP4, JP5: COM4 RS232 RI/+5V/+12V Power Setting
J15: Clear CMOS Setting
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Normal
Clear CMOS
Pin #
Signal Name
1
+12V
2
+12V
3
GND
4
GND
5
GND
Connectors on IB939
Connector Locations on IB939
CN19: DC_IN Connector (+12V Adaptor 4 Pin)
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COM1
Pin #
Signal Name
1
DSR, Data set ready
2
GND, ground
3
GND, ground
4
TXD, Transmit data
5
RXD, Receive data
6
DCD, Data carrier detect
7
DTR, Data terminal ready
8
CTS, Clear to send
9
RTS, Request to send
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RI, Ring indicator
SW1: Power Button
LED3: Power LED (Green), HDD LED (RED)
The green LED at the bottom is power LED. The red LED on top is the HDD LED.
COM1: COM1 Connector
CN15, CN16: USB3.0 Connector
CN14: RJ45 Gigabit LAN
CN13: Dual Link DVI-I Connector
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CN3: DVI-I Connector
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
Data carrier
detect
1 2 Data set ready
Receive data
3
4
Request to send
Transmit data
5 6 Clear to send
Data terminal
ready
7 8 Ring indicator
Ground
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10
No connect.
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
GND
1 2 VCC
OUT3
3 4 OUT1
CN18: Audio MIC-in
CN17: Audio Line out
JP13: SPI Flash Connector
J8: Half Mini PCIE Slot
JP9: LPC Debug Port Connector
COM2: COM2 Connector
J9: Digital I/O
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OUT2
5 6 OUT0
IN3
7 8 IN1
IN2
9
10
IN0
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
Vcc
1 2 Ground
D-
3 4 D+
D+
5 6 D-
Ground
7 8 Vcc
Pin #
Signal Name
1
+5V
JP10: US2.0 Connector
J12: Mini PCIE Slot (Support mSATA)
J17: MCU JTAG (factory use only)
J19: Power LED Connector
J20: System Function Connector
J19: Power LED Connector
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2
NC
3
Ground
Pin #
Signal Name
1
Ground
2
+12V
3
Rotation detection
Pin #
Signal Name
1
Ground
2
+12V
3
Rotation detection
J24: CPU_FAN Connector
This is a 3-pin header for the CPU fan. The fan must be a 12V (500mA).
J25: SYS_FAN Connector
This is a 3-pin header for system fans. The fan must be a 12V (500mA).
J23: Audio Amplifier
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BIOS Setup
BIOS Introduction
The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) installed in your computer system’s ROM provides
critical low-level support for a standard device such as disk drives, serial ports and parallel
ports. It also adds virus and password protection as well as special support for detailed
fine-tuning of the chipset controlling the entire system.
BIOS Setup
The BIOS provides a Setup utility program for specifying the system configurations and
settings. The BIOS ROM of the system stores the Setup utility. When you turn on the
computer, the BIOS is immediately activated. Pressing the <Del> key immediately allows you
to enter the Setup utility. If you are a little bit late pressing the <Del> key, POST (Power On
Self Test) will continue with its test routines, thus preventing you from invoking the Setup. If
you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system by pressing the ”Reset” button or
simultaneously pressing the <Ctrl>, <Alt> and <Delete> keys. You can also restart by turning
the system Off and back On again. The following message will appear on the screen:
Press <DEL> or <ESC> to Enter Setup
In general, you press the arrow keys to highlight items, <Enter> to select, the <PgUp>
and <PgDn> keys to change entries, <F1> for help and <Esc> to quit.
When you enter the Setup utility, the Main Menu screen will appear on the screen.
The Main Menu allows you to select from various setup functions and exit choices.
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Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit
BIOS Information
Choose the system default language
→ ← Select Screen
↑↓ Select Item
Enter: Select
+- Change Field
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Default
F4: Save
ESC: Exit
Memory Information
Total memory
8176 MB (DDR3)
System Date
[Tue 01/20/2009]
System Time
[15:27:20]
Access Level
Administrator
Note:
If the system cannot boot after making and saving system changes with
Setup, the AMI BIOS supports an override to the CMOS settings that
resets your system to its default.
Warning:
It is strongly recommended that you avoid making any changes to the
chipset defaults. These defaults have been carefully chosen by both AMI
and your system manufacturer to provide the absolute maximum
performance and reliability. Changing the defaults could cause the system
to become unstable and crash in some cases.
Main BIOS Setup
This setup allows you to record some basic hardware configurations in your computer
system and set the system clock.
Save Changes done so far to any of the setup options.
Discard Changes
Discard Changes done so far to any of the setup options.
Restore Defaults
Restore/Load Defaults values for all the setup options.
Save as User Defaults
Save the changes done so far as User Defaults.
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Restore User Defaults
Restore the User Defaults to all the setup options.
Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device
Attempts to Launch EFI Shell application (Shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem
devices.
Drivers Installation
This section describes the installation procedures for software and drivers. The software and drivers
are included with the motherboard. If you find the items missing, please contact the vendor where
you made the purchase. The contents of this section include the following:
IMPORTANT NOTE:
After installing your Windows operating system, you must install first the Intel Chipset Software
Installation Utility before proceeding with the drivers installation.
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VGA Drivers Installation
1. Insert the drivers DVD that comes with the board. Click AMD, then AMD A70M Chipset Drivers.
2. Click AMD A70M Series Graphics Drivers.
3. When the welcome screen appears, click Next.
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4. Select the language you would like to be displayed and click Next.
5. Click Next to continue the installation process.
6. Select Express and the installation location and click Next.
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7. Click Accept to accept the End User License Agreement.
8. To reboot the system, click Yes.
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Audio Drivers Installation
1. Insert the drivers DVD that comes with the board. Click AMD, then Realtek High Definition
Audio Driver.
2. When the Welcome screen to the InstallShield Wizard appears, click Next.
3. InstallShield Wizard is now complete, click Finish to restart the system and for
changes to take effect.
4.
LAN Drivers Installation
1. Insert the drivers DVD that comes with the board. Click LAN Card.
2. Click Realtek LAN Controller Drivers
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3. Click Realtek RTL8111E LANDrivers.
4. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next.
5. Now click Install to begin the installation.
6. InstallShield Wizard is complete. Click Finish.
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Address
Device Description
0000h-0CF7h
PCI bus
0000h-0CF7h
Direct memory access controller
0010h-001Fh
Motherboard resources
0020h-0021h
Programmable interrupt controller
0022h-003Fh
Motherboard resources
0040h-0043h
System timer
0044h-005Fh
Motherboard resources
0060h-0060h
Standard 101/102-Key or Microsoft Natural PS/2 Keyboard
0061h-0061h
System speaker
0062h-0063h
Motherboard resources
0064h-0064h
Standard 101/102-Key or Microsoft Natural PS/2 Keyboard
0065h-006Fh
Motherboard resources
Appendix
A. I/O Port Address Map
Each peripheral device in the system is assigned a set of I/O port addresses, which
also becomes the identity of the device. The following table lists the I/O port
addresses used.
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0070h-0073h
System CMOS/real time clock
0074h-007Fh
Motherboard resources
0080h-0090h
Direct memory access controller
0091h-0093h
Motherboard resources
0094h-009Fh
Direct memory access controller
00A0h-00A1h
Programmable interrupt controller
00A2h-00BFh
Motherboard resources
00C0h-00DFh
Direct memory access controller
00E0h-00EFh
Motherboard resources
00F0h-00FFh
Numeric data processor
0170h-0177h
Secondary IDE Channel
01F0h-01F7h
Primary IDE Channel
0274h-0277h
ISAPNP Read Data Port
0279h-0279h
ISAPNP Read Data Port
03F8H-03FFFh
Communications Port (COM1)
B. Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ)
Peripheral devices use interrupt request lines to notify CPU for the service required.
The following table shows the IRQ used by the devices on board.
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Level
Function
IRQ 0
System timer
IRQ 1
Standard 101/102-Key
IRQ 3
Communications Port (COM2)
IRQ 4
Communications Port (COM1)
IRQ 8
System CMOS/real time clock
IRQ 12
PS/2 Compatible Mouse
IRQ 13
Numeric data processor
IRQ 16
High Definition Audio Controller
IRQ 16
PCI standard PCI-to-PCI bridge
IRQ 17
Standard Enhanced PCI to USB Host Controller
IRQ 17
Standard Enhanced PCI to USB Host Controller
IRQ 17
Standard Enhanced PCI to USB Host Controller
IRQ 18
High Definition Audio Controller
IRQ 18
Standard Open HCD USB Host Controller
IRQ 18
Standard Open HCD USB Host Controller
IRQ 18
Standard Open HCD USB Host Controller
IRQ 18
Standard Open HCD USB Host Controller
IRQ 19
PCI standard PCI-to-PCI bridge
IRQ 19
AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller
C. Watchdog Timer Configuration
The WDT is used to generate a variety of output signals after a user programmable
count. The WDT is suitable for use in the prevention of system lock-up, such as when
software becomes trapped in a deadlock. Under these sorts of circumstances, the
timer will count to zero and the selected outputs will be driven. Under normal
circumstance, the user will restart the WDT at regular intervals before the timer counts
to zero.