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NANO-945GSE2
IEI Technology Corp.
NANO-945GSE2
MODEL:
NANO-945GSE2
EPIC Single Board Computer with Intel® Atom™ Processor,
GA/LCD, Dual PCIe GbE, CF t
User Manual
e II, SATA, PC/104 Plus
Rev. 1.00 – 17 April, 2009
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................. 2
1.1.1 NANO-945GSE2 Introduction........................................................................... 2
1.2 NANO-945GSE2 OVERVIEW .................................................................................... 2
1.2.1 Dimensions......................................................................................................... 4
1.2.2 External Interface Panel Dimensions................................................................ 4
1.2.3 Data Flow .......................................................................................................... 5
1.2.4 Technical Specifications..................................................................................... 6
2 UNPACKING................................................................................................................. 8
2.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................ 9
2.2 UNPACKING PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................... 9
2.3 UNPACKING CHECKLIST ........................................................................................... 10
2.3.1 Package Contents............................................................................................. 10
2.3.2 Optional Items...................................................................................................11
3 CONNECTOR PINOUTS........................................................................................... 12
3.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 13
3.2 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 14
3.2.1 External Interface Panel Connectors............................................................... 15
3.3 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS ...................................................................... 15
3.3.1 PS ON and +5V Standby Power Connector .................................................... 15
3.3.2 AT/ATX Power Connector................................................................................ 16
3.3.3 Audio Connector (9-pin).................................................................................. 17
3.3.4 Backlight Inverter Connector .......................................................................... 18
3.3.5 Battery Connector............................................................................................ 19
3.3.6 CompactFlash® Socket.................................................................................... 20
3.3.7 Digital Input/Output (DIO) Connector............................................................ 22
3.3.8 Fan Connector (+12V, 3-pin) .......................................................................... 22
3.3.9 Front Panel Connector (8-pin)........................................................................ 23
3.3.10 Infrared Interface Connector (5-pin)............................................................. 24
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3.3.11 LVDS LCD Connector.................................................................................... 25
3.3.12 Parallel Port Connector ................................................................................ 27
3.3.13 PCI-104 Slot................................................................................................... 28
3.3.14 PC/104 Connector ......................................................................................... 30
3.3.15 SATA Drive Connectors ................................................................................. 31
3.3.16 SATA Power Connectors................................................................................ 32
3.3.17 Serial Port Connectors (RS-232)................................................................... 33
3.3.18 Serial Port Connector (COM3) (RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485)....................... 34
3.3.19 TTL LCD Connector ...................................................................................... 35
3.3.20 USB Connectors (Internal)............................................................................ 37
3.4 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTOR PANEL ......................................... 37
3.4.1 Keyboard/Mouse Connector............................................................................ 38
3.4.2 LAN Connectors............................................................................................... 39
3.4.3 Reset Button Switch.......................................................................................... 40
3.4.4 Serial Port Connector (COM1) ....................................................................... 40
3.4.5 USB Connectors............................................................................................... 41
3.4.6 VGA Connector................................................................................................ 41
4 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 43
4.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 44
4.2 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS.............................................................................. 44
4.2.1 Installation Notices.......................................................................................... 45
4.3 SO-DIMM INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 46
4.4 CF CARD INSTALLATION .......................................................................................... 47
4.5 JUMPER SETTINGS .................................................................................................... 48
4.5.1 AT Power Select Jumper Settings..................................................................... 48
4.5.2 Clear CMOS Jumper........................................................................................ 50
4.5.3 COM3 Function Select Jumper........................................................................ 51
4.5.4 LVDS1 Panel Resolution Jumper..................................................................... 52
4.5.5 LVDS Voltage Selection.................................................................................... 53
4.5.6 COM3 RS-422/485 mode selection.................................................................. 54
4.6 CHASSIS INSTALLATION............................................................................................ 55
4.6.1 Airflow.............................................................................................................. 55
4.6.2 Motherboard Installation................................................................................. 56
4.7 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL DEVICE CONNECTIONS........................................................ 56
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4.7.1 AT Power Connection ...................................................................................... 56
4.7.2 PC/104-Plus Card Installation........................................................................ 58
4.7.3 SATA Drive Connection ................................................................................... 59
4.7.4 Single RS-232 Cable (w/o Bracket) ................................................................. 61
4.7.5 USB Cable (Dual Port without Bracket) ......................................................... 62
4.7.6 Parallel Port Cable without Bracket ............................................................... 63
4.7.7 Dual RS-422/485 Cable................................................................................... 65
4.8 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTION................................................... 66
4.8.1 LAN Connection (Single Connector)............................................................... 67
4.8.2 PS/2 Y-Cable Connection................................................................................. 67
4.8.3 Serial Device Connection ................................................................................ 68
4.8.4 USB Connection (Dual Connector)................................................................. 69
4.8.5 VGA Monitor Connection ................................................................................ 70
5 BIOS SCREENS........................................................................................................... 72
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5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 73
5.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 73
5.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 73
5.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 74
5.1.4 Unable to Reboot After Configuration Changes.............................................. 74
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar................................................................................................ 74
5.2 MAIN........................................................................................................................ 75
5.3 ADVANCED............................................................................................................... 76
5.3.1 CPU Configuration.......................................................................................... 77
5.3.2 IDE Configuration........................................................................................... 78
5.3.2.1 IDE Master, IDE Slave............................................................................. 79
5.3.3 Super I/O Configuration .................................................................................. 84
5.3.4 Hardware Health Configuration...................................................................... 85
5.3.5 Power Configuration........................................................................................ 89
5.3.5.1 APM Configuration................................................................................... 90
5.3.6 Remote Configuration...................................................................................... 92
5.3.7 USB Configuration........................................................................................... 96
5.4 PCI/PNP................................................................................................................... 97
5.5 BOOT........................................................................................................................ 99
5.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration........................................................................... 100
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5.5.2 Boot Device Priority...................................................................................... 102
5.6 SECURITY............................................................................................................... 102
5.7 CHIPSET ................................................................................................................. 103
5.7.1 Northbridge Chipset Configuration............................................................... 104
5.7.2 Southbridge Configuration ............................................................................ 106
5.8 EXIT....................................................................................................................... 107
6 SOFTWARE DRIVERS ............................................................................................ 109
6.1 AVAILABLE SOFTWARE DRIVERS.............................................................................110
6.2 ST ARTING THE DRIVER PROGRAM ...........................................................................110
6.3 CHIPSET DRIVER INSTALLATION..............................................................................112
6.4 VGA DRIVER INSTALLATION...................................................................................116
6.5 LAN DRIVER INSTALLATION.................................................................................. 120
6.6 AUDIO DRIVER INSTALLATION ............................................................................... 123
6.6.1 AC’97 Driver Installation.............................................................................. 123
6.7 INTEL
®
MATRIX STORAGE MANAGER DRIVER INSTALLATION................................ 126
6.8 ISMM INSTALLATION............................................................................................. 131
A BIOS OPTIONS ........................................................................................................ 138
B TERMINOLOGY...................................................................................................... 142
C DIGITAL I/O INTERFACE..................................................................................... 146
C.1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................... 147
C.2 DIO CONNECTOR PINOUTS.................................................................................... 147
C.3 ASSEMBLY LANGUAGE SAMPLES........................................................................... 148
C.3.1 Enable the DIO Input Function..................................................................... 148
C.3.2 Enable the DIO Output Function.................................................................. 148
D WATCHDOG TIMER.............................................................................................. 149
E COMPATIBILITY.................................................................................................... 152
E.1 COMPATIBLE OPERATING SYSTEMS........................................................................ 153
E.2 COMPATIBLE PROCESSORS ..................................................................................... 153
E.3 COMPATIBLE MEMORY MODULES.......................................................................... 154
F HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE........................................................ 155
F.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CER TIFIED AS
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OHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ..................................... 156
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: NANO-945GSE2...........................................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: NANO-945GSE2 Overview..........................................................................................3
Figure 1-3: NANO-945GSE2 Dimensions (mm) ...........................................................................4
Figure 1-4: External Interface Panel Dimensions (mm)..............................................................4
Figure 1-5: Data Flow Block Diagram...........................................................................................5
Figure 3-1: Connector and Jumper Locations [Front Side] .....................................................13
Figure 3-2: Connector and Jumper Locations [Solder Side] ...................................................13
Figure 3-3: PS ON and +5V Standby Power Connector Pinouts..............................................16
Figure 3-4: AT Power Connector Location ................................................................................17
Figure 3-5: Audio Connector Location (9-pin)...........................................................................18
Figure 3-6: Panel Backlight Connector Pinout Locations........................................................19
Figure 3-7: Battery Connector Location.....................................................................................20
Figure 3-8: CF Card Socket Location .........................................................................................20
Figure 3-9: DIO Connector Locations.........................................................................................22
Figure 3-10: +12V Fan Connector Location...............................................................................23
Figure 3-11: Front Panel Connector Pinout Locations (8-pin).................................................24
Figure 3-12: Infrared Connector Pinout Locations ...................................................................25
Figure 3-13: LVDS LCD Connector Pinout Locations...............................................................26
Figure 3-14: Parallel Port Connector Location..........................................................................27
Figure 3-15: PCI-104 Slot Location.............................................................................................28
Figure 3-16: PC/104 Connector...................................................................................................30
Figure 3-17: SATA Drive Connector Locations.........................................................................32
Figure 3-18: SATA Power Connector Locations .......................................................................33
Figure 3-19: COM2 and COM4 Connector Pinout Locations ...................................................34
Figure 3-20: COM3 Connector Pinout Locations ......................................................................35
Figure 3-21: LCD TTL Connector Pinout Locations..................................................................36
Figure 3-22: USB Connector Pinout Locations.........................................................................37
Figure 3-23: NANO-945GSE2 External Peripheral Interface Connector..................................38
Figure 3-24: PS/2 Pinout and Configuration..............................................................................38
Figure 3-25: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector......................................................................................39
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Figure 3-26: Reset Button Connector Locations.......................................................................40
Figure 3-27: COM1 Pinout Locations..........................................................................................41
Figure 3-28: VGA Connector .......................................................................................................42
Figure 4-1: SO-DIMM Installation................................................................................................46
Figure 4-2: CF Card Installation..................................................................................................47
Figure 4-3: AT Power Select Jumper Location..........................................................................49
Figure 4-4: Clear CMOS Jumper .................................................................................................51
Figure 4-5: COM 2 Function Select Jumper Location...............................................................52
Figure 4-6:LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Pinout Locations.................................................53
Figure 4-7: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Pinout Locations...............................................54
Figure 4-8:COM2 Function Select Jumper Location.................................................................55
Figure 4-9: Power Cable to Motherboard Connection..............................................................57
Figure 4-10: Connect Power Cable to Power Supply................................................................58
Figure 4-11: PC/104-Plus Card Installation................................................................................58
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Figure 4-12: SATA Drive Cable Connection...............................................................................60
Figure 4-13: SATA Power Drive Connection..............................................................................61
Figure 4-14: Single RS-232 Cable Installation ...........................................................................62
Figure 4-15: Dual USB Cable Connection..................................................................................63
Figure 4-16: LPT Cable Connection............................................................................................64
Figure 4-17: Connect the LPT Device.........................................................................................65
Figure 4-18: Dual Serial Port Connector Cable Connection.....................................................66
Figure 4-19: LAN Connection......................................................................................................67
Figure 4-20: PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector.........................................................................68
Figure 4-21: Serial Device Connector.........................................................................................69
Figure 4-22: USB Connector........................................................................................................70
Figure 4-23: VGA Connector .......................................................................................................71
Figure 6-1: Start Up Screen ...................................................................................................... 111
Figure 6-2: Select Operating System....................................................................................... 111
Figure 6-3: Drivers..................................................................................................................... 112
Figure 6-4: Chipset Driver Welcome Screen........................................................................... 113
Figure 6-5: Chipset Driver License Agreement...................................................................... 113
Figure 6-6: Chipset Driver Read Me File ................................................................................. 114
Figure 6-7: Chipset Driver Setup Operations ......................................................................... 115
Figure 6-8: Chipset Driver Installation Finish Screen............................................................ 115
Figure 6-9: VGA Driver Read Me File....................................................................................... 116
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Figure 6-10: VGA Driver Setup Files Extracted...................................................................... 117
Figure 6-11: VGA Driver Welcome Screen.............................................................................. 117
Figure 6-12: VGA Driver License Agreement.......................................................................... 118
Figure 6-13: VGA Driver Read Me File..................................................................................... 118
Figure 6-14: VGA Driver Setup Operations............................................................................. 119
Figure 6-15: VGA Driver Installation Finish Screen............................................................... 120
Figure 6-16: LAN Driver Welcome Screen .............................................................................. 121
Figure 6-17: LAN Driver Welcome Screen .............................................................................. 121
Figure 6-18: LAN Driver Installation ........................................................................................ 122
Figure 6-19: LAN Driver Installation Complete....................................................................... 122
Figure 6-20: AC'97 Audio.......................................................................................................... 123
Figure 6-21: AC’97 Audio Driver Options................................................................................ 124
Figure 6-22: AC’97 Driver Installation Welcome Screen........................................................ 124
Figure 6-23: AC’97 Driver Installation Verification................................................................. 125
Figure 6-24: AC’97 Driver Installation Complete.................................................................... 125
Figure 6-25: SATA RAID Driver Installation Program............................................................ 126
Figure 6-26: SATA RAID Driver Installation Program............................................................ 127
Figure 6-27: SATA RAID Setup Program Icon........................................................................ 127
Figure 6-28: InstallShield Wizard Setup Screen..................................................................... 128
Figure 6-29: Matrix Storage Manager Setup Screen.............................................................. 128
Figure 6-30: Matrix Storage Manager Welcome Screen ........................................................ 129
Figure 6-31: Matrix Storage Manager Warning Screen.......................................................... 129
Figure 6-32: Matrix Storage Manager License Agreement.................................................... 130
Figure 6-33: Matrix Storage Manager Readme File................................................................ 130
Figure 6-34: Matrix Storage Manager Setup Complete.......................................................... 131
Figure 6-35: iSMM Directory..................................................................................................... 132
Figure 6-36: iSMM Installation File........................................................................................... 132
Figure 6-37: iSMM InstallShield Welcome Screen.................................................................. 133
Figure 6-38: iSMM License Agreement.................................................................................... 133
Figure 6-39: iSMM Customer Information............................................................................... 134
Figure 6-40: iSMM Setup Type ................................................................................................. 135
Figure 6-41: iSMM Installation Confirmation .......................................................................... 136
Figure 6-42: iSMM InstallShield Wizard Complete................................................................. 137
Figure 6-43: iSMM Restart Confirmation................................................................................. 137
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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications..............................................................................................7
Table 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors...............................................................................15
Table 3-2: Rear Panel Connectors..............................................................................................15
Table 3-3: PS ON and +5V Standby Power Connector Pinouts...............................................16
Table 3-4: AT Power Connector Pinouts....................................................................................17
Table 3-5: Audio Connector Pinouts (9-pin)..............................................................................18
Table 3-6: Panel Backlight Connector Pinouts..........................................................................19
Table 3-7: Battery Connector Pinouts........................................................................................20
Table 3-8: CF Card Socket Pinouts.............................................................................................21
Table 3-9: DIO Connector Pinouts..............................................................................................22
Table 3-10: +12V Fan Connector Pinouts...................................................................................23
Table 3-11: Front Panel Connector Pinouts (8-pin)...................................................................24
Table 3-12: Infrared Connector Pinouts.....................................................................................25
Table 3-13: LVDS LCD Port Connector Pinouts........................................................................26
Table 3-14: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts .............................................................................28
Table 3-15: PCI-104 Slot Connector Pinouts .............................................................................29
Table 3-16: PC/104 Connector Pinouts (1 of 2)..........................................................................31
Table 3-17: PC/104 Connector Pinouts (2 of 2)..........................................................................31
Table 3-18: SATA Drive Connector Pinouts...............................................................................32
Table 3-19: SATA Power Connector Pinouts.............................................................................33
Table 3-20: COM Connector Pinouts..........................................................................................34
Table 3-21: COM3 Connector Pinouts........................................................................................35
Table 3-22: TTL LCD Port Connector Pinouts ...........................................................................36
Table 3-23: USB Port Connector Pinouts...................................................................................37
Table 3-24: Keyboard Connector Pinouts..................................................................................39
Table 3-25: LAN Pinouts ..............................................................................................................39
Table 3-26: RS-232 Serial Port (COM 1) Pinouts .......................................................................40
Table 3-27: USB Port Pinouts......................................................................................................41
Table 3-28: VGA Connector Pinouts...........................................................................................42
Table 4-1: Jumpers.......................................................................................................................48
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Table 4-2: AT Power Select Jumper Settings ............................................................................49
Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings....................................................................................50
Table 4-4: COM 2 Function Select Jumper Settings.................................................................51
Table 4-5: LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Settings.................................................................52
Table 4-6: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Settings................................................................53
Table 4-7: COM3 RS-422/485.......................................................................................................54
Table 4-8: IEI Provided Cables....................................................................................................56
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys................................................................................................74
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BIOS Menus
Menu 1: Main.................................................................................................................................75
Menu 2: Advanced........................................................................................................................77
Menu 3: CPU Configuration.........................................................................................................77
Menu 4: IDE Configuration...........................................................................................................78
Menu 5: IDE Master and IDE Slave Configuration.....................................................................80
Menu 6: Super I/O Configuration ................................................................................................84
Menu 7: Hardware Health Configuration....................................................................................86
Menu 8: Power Configuration......................................................................................................89
Menu 9: Advanced Power Configuration ...................................................................................90
Menu 10:Advanced Power Management Configuration...........................................................90
Menu 11: Remote Access Configuration [Advanced]...............................................................93
Menu 12: USB Configuration.......................................................................................................96
Menu 13: PCI/PnP Configuration ................................................................................................98
Menu 14: Boot............................................................................................................................ 100
Menu 15: Boot Settings Configuration.................................................................................... 100
Menu 16: Boot Device Priority Settings .................................................................................. 102
Menu 17: Security...................................................................................................................... 103
Menu 18: Chipset....................................................................................................................... 104
Menu 19:Northbridge Chipset Configuration ......................................................................... 104
Menu 20:Southbridge Chipset Configuration......................................................................... 107
Menu 21:Exit............................................................................................................................... 108
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Chapter
1
1 Introduction
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1.1 Overview
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Figure 1-1: NANO-945GSE2
1.1.1 NANO-945GSE2 Introduction
The NANO-945GSE2 EPIC motherboards are embedded 45 nm Intel® Atom™ processor
platforms. The Intel® Atom™ processor N270 embedded on the NANO-945GSE2 has a
1.60 GHz clock speed, a 533 MHz FSB and a 512 KB L2 cache. The NANO-945GSE2
also supports one 200-pin 533 MHz 2.0 GB (max.) DDR2 SDRAM SO-DIMM. The
NANO-945GSE2 comes with an 18-bit dual-channel LVDS connector and a 24-bit dual
channel TTL connector. Dual display, VGA and LVDS or VGA and TTL, is supported. The
NANO-945GSE2 also comes with two PCI Express (PCIe) Gigabit Ethernet (GbE)
connectors, and a PC/104 Plus expansion slot.
1.2 NANO-945GSE2 Overview
The NANO-945GSE2 has a wide variety of peripheral interface connectors. 6Figure 1-2 is
a labeled photo of the peripheral interface connectors on the NANO-945GSE2.
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Figure 1-2: NANO-945GSE2 Overview
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1.2.1 Dimensions
The dimensions of the board are listed below:
Length: 165 mm
Width: 115 mm
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Figure 1-3: NANO-945GSE2 Dimensions (mm)
1.2.2 External Interface Panel Dimensions
External peripheral interface connector panel dimensions are shown in 6Figure 1-4.
Figure 1-4: External Interface Panel Dimensions (mm)
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1.2.3 Data Flow
6Figure 1-5 shows the data flow between the two on-board chipsets and other components
installed on the motherboard and described in the following sections of this chapter.
Figure 1-5: Data Flow Block Diagram
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1.2.4 Technical Specifications
NANO-945GSE2 technical specifications are listed below.
Specification/Model NANO-945GSE2
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Form Factor
CPU Supported
Front Side Bus (FSB)
Northbridge Chipset
Integrated Graphics
Memory
Southbridge Chipset
Audio
BIOS
Digital I/O
Ethernet Controllers
EPIC
45 nm 1.6 GHz Intel® Atom™ N27 0
533 MHz
Intel® 945GSE
Intel® 945GSE, Intel® Generation 3.5 integrated GFX Core
(133Mhz)
One dual-channel 2.0 GB (max.) 533 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
SO-DIMMs (system max. 2.0 GB) supported
Intel® ICH7M
Realtek ALC655 AC'97 codec
AMI BIOS
8-bit, 4-bit input/4-bit output
Two Realtek RTL8111 CP GbE controlle rs
Super I/O Controller
Watchdog Timer
Infrared
Expansion
PCI
I/O Interface Connectors
Audio Connectors
Display
Ethernet
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ITE IT8718
Software programmable supports 1~2 55 sec. system reset
One infrared connector through the ITE IT8718
One PC/104 Plus (PCI-104 and PC/104) slot
One audio connector by internal pin header
One VGA
One LVDS (internal)
One TTL (internal)
Two RJ-45 port
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Specification/Model NANO-945GSE2
Keyboard/Mouse
LPT
Serial Ports
USB 2.0/1.1 ports
Storage
CompactFlash®
Serial ATA
Environmental and Power Specifications
Power Supply
Power Consumption
One PS/2 port
One internal parallel port connector
Three RS-232 port (one external, two internal connectors)
One RS-232/422/485 (internal)
Two external USB ports
Four via internal pin headers
One CompactFlash® Type II socket
Two independent serial ATA (SAT A) channels with 1.5 Gb/s
data transfer rates
AT/ATX supported
12V @ 1.45 A
(1.6 GHz Intel® Atom™ one 1.0 GB DDR2 SO-DIMM)
Temperature (operating)
Humidity (operating)
Physical Specifications
Dimensions
Weight GW/NW
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications
0ºC ~ 60ºC (32ºF - 140ºF)
5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
115mm x 165mm
700g/350g
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Chapter
2
2 Unpacking
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2.1 Anti-static Precautions
WARNING!
Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the
NANO-945GSE2 may result in permanent damage to the
NANO-945GSE2 and severe injury to the user.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,
including the NANO-945GSE2. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is
therefore critical that whenever the NANO-945GSE2 or any other electrical component is
handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
Wear an anti-static wristband: Wearing a simple ant i-static wristband can
help to prevent ESD from damaging the board.
Self-grounding: Before handling the board, touch any grounded conducting
material. During the time the board is handled, frequently touch any
conducting materials that are connected to the ground.
Use an anti-static pad: When configuring the NANO-945GSE2, place it on
an antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the
NANO-945GSE2.
Only handle the edges of the PCB: When handling the PCB, hold the PCB
by the edges.
2.2 Unpacking Precautions
When the NANO-945GSE2 is unpacked, please do the following:
Follow the anti-static precautions outlined in Section
Make sure the packing box is facing upwards so the NANO-945GSE2 does
not fall out of the box.
Make sure all the components shown in Section
2.1.
2.3 are present.
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2.3 Unpacking Checklist
NOTE:
If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing, do
not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or vendor the
NANO-945GSE2 was purchased from or contact an IEI sales
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representative directly by sending an email to
2sales@iei.com.tw.
2.3.1 Package Contents
The NANO-945GSE2 is shipped with the following components:
Quantity Item and Part Number Image
1 NANO-945GSE2
2 SATA cable
(P/N: 32000-062800-RS)
1 KB/MS PS/2 Y-cable
(P/N: 32000-000138-RS)
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1 AT 12V Cable
(P/N: 32100-087100-RS)
2 RS-232 cable (without bracket)
(P/N: 32200-000049-RS)
1 Mini jumper pack (2.0mm)
(P/N:33100-000033-RS)
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1 Utility CD
1 Quick Installation Guide
2.3.2 Optional Items
The following components are optional:
Item and Part Number Image
Dual USB cable (without bracket)
(P/N: 32000-070301-RS)
LPT cable (without bracket)
(P/N: 32200-015100-RS)
RS-232 cable
(P/N: 32200-000049-RS)
RS-422/485 cable
(P/N: 32200-833600-RS)
ATX cable
(P/N: 32100-043403-RS)
SATA power cable
(P/N: 32100-088600-RS)
SATA 5V power output cable kit for NANO
series (P/N: 32100-114000-RS)
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Chapter
3
3 Connector Pinouts
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3.1 Peripheral Interface Connectors
6Figure 3-1 shows the on-board peripheral connectors, rear panel peripheral connectors
and on-board jumpers.
Figure 3-1: Connector and Jumper Locations [Front Side]
Figure 3-2 shows the solder side of the NANO-945GSE2.
Figure 3-2: Connector and Jumper Locations [Solder Side]
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3.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors
6Table 3-1 shows a list of the peripheral interface connectors on the NANO-945GSE2.
Detailed descriptions of these connectors can be found below.
Connector Type Label
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+12V power source connector (option)
5V power connector
AT/ATX power input connector
Audio connector
Backlight inverter connectors
Battery connector
CompactFlash® socket
DD2 SO-DIMM slot
Digital input/output (DIO) connector
Fan connector
Front panel connector
Infrared interface (IrDA) connector
LVDS connector
2-pin? CN5
3-pin wafer J5
4-pin (2x2) PW1
9-pin header J8
5-pin wafer INV1
2-pin wafer BT1
50-pin CF socket J9
SO-DIMM socket DIMM1
10-pin header DIO1
3-pin wafer J1
8-pin header F_PANEL1
5-pin header IR1
30-pin crimp LVDS1
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Parallel port connector
PC/104
PCI-104 slot
Reset button
Serial ATA (SATA) drive connector
Serial ATA (SATA) drive connector
Serial ATA (SATA) power connector
Serial ATA (SATA) power connector
Serial port connector (RS-232)
Serial port connector (RS-232)
26-pin header J3
104-pin ISA bus J6
120-pin socket J4
2-pin wafer RST1
7-pin SATA SATA1
7-pin SATA SATA2
4-pin wafer CN1
4-pin wafer CN2
10-pin header COM2
10-pin header COM4
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Serial port connector (RS-232/422/485)
TTL LCD interface connector
USB 2.0 connector
USB 2.0 connector
Table 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors
14-pin header COM3
40-pin crimp CN3
8-pin header USB2
8-pin header USB3
3.2.1 External Interface Panel Connectors
6Table 3-2 lists the rear panel connectors on the NANO-945GSE2. Detailed descriptions of
these connectors can be found in Section
Connector Type Label
Ethernet connector RJ-45 LAN1
Ethernet connector RJ-45 LAN2
Keyboard/mouse PS/2 KB_MS1
3.4 on page 637.
RS-232 serial port connector Male DB-9 COM1
Dual USB port USB port USB1
VGA port connector 15-pin female VGA1
Table 3-2: Rear Panel Connectors
3.3 Internal Peripheral Connectors
Internal peripheral connectors are found on the motherboard and are only accessible
when the motherboard is outside of the chassis. T his se ction h as complet e d esc ription s of
all the internal, peripheral connectors on the NANO-945GSE2.
3.3.1 PS ON and +5V Standby Power Connector
CN Label: J5
CN Type:
CN Location:
3-pin wafer (1x3)
Figure 3-3
See
Table 3-3
CN Pinouts:
See
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The 5V Power Connector provides +5V power output.
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Figure 3-3: PS ON and +5V Standby Power Connector Pinouts
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 VCC5SBY
2 GND
3 -PS_ON
Table 3-3: PS ON and +5V Standby Power Connector Pinouts
3.3.2 AT/ATX Power Connector
CN Label: PW1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The 4-pin +12V power connector is connected directly to an AT/ATX power supply.
4-pin (2x2) power connector
Figure 3-4
See
Table 3-4
See
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Figure 3-4: AT Power Connector Location
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 GND
2 GND
3 +12V
4 +12V
Table 3-4: AT Power Connector Pinouts
3.3.3 Audio Connector (9-pin)
CN Label: J8
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The 9-pin audio connector is connected to external audio devices including speakers and
microphones for the input and output of audio signals to and from the system.
9-pin header (2x5)
Figure 3-5
See
Table 3-5
See
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Figure 3-5: Audio Connector Location (9-pin)
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PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 LINEOUTR 2 LIR
3 GND 4 GND
5 LINEOUTL 6 LIL
7 GND 8 GND
9 MICIN
Table 3-5: Audio Connector Pinouts (9-pin)
3.3.4 Backlight Inverter Connector
CN Label: INV1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The backlight inverter connectors provide the backlights on the LCD display connected to
the NANO-945GSE2 with +12V of power.
5-pin wafer (1x5)
Figure 3-6
See
Table 3-6
See
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NANO-945GSE2
Figure 3-6: Panel Backlight Connector Pinout Locations
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 LCD Backlight Control
2 GROUND
3 +12V
4 GROUND
5 BACKLIGHT Enable
Table 3-6: Panel Backlight Connector Pinouts
3.3.5 Battery Connector
CN Label: BT1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The battery connector is connected to a backup battery. The battery connector is also
used to reset the CMOS memory if the incorrect BIOS settings have been made and the
system cannot boot up.
2-pin wafer (1x2)
See Figure 3-7
See Table 3-7
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Figure 3-7: Battery Connector Location
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PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 Battery+
2 Ground
Table 3-7: Battery Connector Pinouts
3.3.6 CompactFlash® Socket
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
A CF Type I or Type II memory card is inserted to the CF socket on the solder side of the
NANO-945GSE2.
J9 (solder side)
50-pin header (2x25)
Figure 3-8
See
Table 3-8
See
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Figure 3-8: CF Card Socket Location
NANO-945GSE2
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 GROUND 26 VCC-IN CHECK1
2 DATA 3 27 DATA 11
3 DATA 4 28 DATA 12
4 DATA 5 29 DATA 13
5 DATA 6 30 DATA 14
6 DATA 7 31 DATA 15
7 HDC_CS0# 32 HDC_CS1
8 N/C 33 N/C
9 GROUND 34 IOR#
10 N/C 35 IOW#
11 N/C 36 VCC_COM
12 N/C 37 IRQ15
13 VCC_COM 38 VCC_COM
14 N/C 39 CSEL
15 N/C 40 N/C
16 N/C 41 HDD_RESET
17 N/C 42 IORDY
18 SA2 43 SDREQ
19 SA1 44 SDACK#
20 SA0 45 HDD_ACTIVE#
21 DATA 0 46 66DET
22 DATA 1 47 DATA 8
23 DATA 2 48 DATA 9
24 N/C 49 DATA 10
25 VCC-IN CHECK2 50 GROUND
Table 3-8: CF Card Socket Pinouts
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3.3.7 Digital Input/Output (DIO) Connector
CN Label: DIO1
NANO-945GSE2
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
10-pin header (2x5)
Figure 3-9
See
Table 3-9
See
The digital input/output connector is managed through a Super I/O chip. The DIO
connector pins are user programmable.
Figure 3-9: DIO Connector Locations
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 GND 2 VCC
3 Output 3 4 Output 2
5 Output 1 6 Output 0
7 Input 3 8 Input 2
9 Input 1 10 Input 0
Table 3-9: DIO Connector Pinouts
3.3.8 Fan Connector (+12V, 3-pin)
CN Label: J1
3-pin header
6Figure 3-10
See
6Table 3-10
See
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
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The cooling fan connector provides a 12V, 500mA current to the cooling fan. The
connector has a "rotation" pin to get rotation signals from fans and notify the system so the
system BIOS can recognize the fan speed. Please note that only specified fans can issue
the rotation signals.
Figure 3-10: +12V Fan Connector Location
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 Fan Speed Detect
2 +12V
3 GND
Table 3-10: +12V Fan Connector Pinouts
3.3.9 Front Panel Connector (8-pin)
CN Label: F_PANEL1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
8-pin header (2x4)
Figure 3-11
See
Table 3-11
See
The front panel connector connects to external switches and indicators to monitor and
controls the motherboard. These indicators and switches include:
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Power button
Reset
Power LED
HDD LED
Figure 3-11: Front Panel Connector Pinout Locations (8-pin)
FUNCTION PIN DESCRIPTION FUNCTION PIN DESCRIPTION
1 PWR_BTN 2 VCC5 Power Button
3 GND
5 HDD_LED+ 6 SYSRST- HDD LED
7 HDD_LED-
Table 3-11: Front Panel Connector Pinouts (8-pin)
3.3.10 Infrared Interface Connector (5-pin)
CN Label: IR1
CN Type:
CN Location:
5-pin header (1x5)
6Figure 3-12
See
Power LED
4 GND
Reset
8 GND
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6Table 3-12
CN Pinouts:
See
The infrared interface connector supports both Serial Infrared (SIR) and Amplitude Shift
Key Infrared (ASKIR) interfaces.
NANO-945GSE2
Figure 3-12: Infrared Connector Pinout Locations
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 VCC
2 NC
3 IR-RX
4 GND
5 IR-TX
Table 3-12: Infrared Connector Pinouts
3.3.11 LVDS LCD Connector
CN Label: LVDS1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The 30-pin LVDS LCD connectors can be connected to single channel or dual channel,
24-bit or 36-bit LVDS panel.
30-pin crimp (2x15)
6Figure 3-13
See
6Table 3-13
See
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Figure 3-13: LVDS LCD Connector Pinout Locations
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 GND1 2 GND2
3 A_Y0 4 A_Y0#
5 A_Y1 6 A_Y1#
7 A_Y2 8 A_Y2#
9 A_CK 10 A_CK#
11 NC 12 NC
13 GND3 14 GND4
15 B_Y0 16 B_Y0#
17 B_Y1 18 B_Y1#
19 B_Y2 20 B_Y2#
21 B_CK 22 B_CK#
23 NC 24 NC
25 GND5 26 GND6
27 VCC_LCD 28 VCC_LCD
29 VCC_LCD 30 VCC_LCD
Table 3-13: LVDS LCD Port Connector Pinouts
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3.3.12 Parallel Port Connector
CN Label: J3
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
26-pin header
Figure 3-14
See
Table 3-14
See
The 26-pin parallel port connector connects to a parallel port connector interface or some
other parallel port device such as a printer.
Figure 3-14: Parallel Port Connector Location
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 STROBE# 14 AUTO FORM FEED #
2 DATA 0 15 ERROR#
3 DATA 1 16 INITIALIZE
4 DATA 2 17 PRINTER SELECT LN#
5 DATA 3 18 GROUND
6 DATA 4 19 GROUND
7 DATA 5 20 GROUND
8 DATA 6 21 GROUND
9 DATA 7 22 GROUND
10 ACKNOWLEDGE 23 GROUND
11 BUSY 24 GROUND
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PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
12 PAPER EMPTY 25 GROUND
13 PRINTER SELECT 26 NC
Table 3-14: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts
3.3.13 PCI-104 Slot
CN Label: J4
NANO-945GSE2
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The PCI-104 slot enables a PCI-104 compatible expansion mo dul e to be conne cted to the
board. The PCI-104 slot together with the PC/104 slot form a PC/104 Plus slot which
enable a PC/104 Plus compatible expansion module to be connected to the board.
120-pin PCI-104 slot
Figure 3-15
See
Table 3-15
See
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Figure 3-15: PCI-104 Slot Location
Pin No. Column A Column B Column C Column D
1 GND/5V TBD1 5V AD00
2 VI/O1 AD02 AD01 +5V
3 AD05 GND AD04 AD03
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Pin No. Column A Column B Column C Column D
4 C/BE0# AD07 GND AD06
5 GND AD09 AD08 GND
6 AD11 VI/O2 AD10 M66EN
7 AD14 AD13 GND AD12
8 +3.3V C/BE1# AD15 +3.3V
9 SERR# GND SB0# PAR
10 GND PERR# +3.3V SDONE
11 STOP# +3.3V LOCK# GND
12 +3.3V TRDY# GND DEVSEL#
13 FRAME# GND IRDY# +3.3V
14 GND AD16 +3.3V C/BE2#
15 AD18 +3.3V AD17 GND
16 AD21 AD20 GND AD19
17 +3.3V AD23 AD22 +3.3V
18 IDSEL0 GND IDSEL1 IDSEL2
19 AD24 C/BE3# VI/O1 IDSEL3
20 GND AD26 AD25 GND
21 AD29 +5V AD28 AD27
22 +5V AD30 GND AD31
23 REQ0# GND REQ1# VI/O2
24 GND REQ2# +5V GNT0#
25 GNT1# VI/O3 GNT2# GND
26 +5V CLK0 GND CLK1
27 CLK2 +5V CLK3 GND
28 GND INTD# +5V RST#
29 +12V INTA# INTB# INTC#
30 -12V TBD2 TBD GND/3.3V
Table 3-15: PCI-104 Slot Connector Pinouts
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3.3.14 PC/104 Connector
CN Label: J6
NANO-945GSE2
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
104-pin PC/104 slot
6Figure 3-16
See
Table 3-16 and Table 3-17
See
The PC/104 slot enables a PC/104 compatible expansion module to be connected to the
board. The PC/104 slot together with the PCI-104 slot form a PC/104 Plus slot which
enable a PC/104 Plus compatible expansion module to be connected to the board.
Figure 3-16: PC/104 Connector
PIN Description PIN Description PIN Description PIN Description
A1 -IOCHK A17 SA14 B1 GND B17 -DACK1
A2 SD7 A18 SA13 B2 RSTDRV B18 DRQ1
A3 SD6 A19 SA12 B3 VCC B19 -REFRESH
A4 SD5 A20 SA11 B4 IRQ9 B20 BCLK
A5 SD4 A21 SA10 B5 NC B21 IRQ7
A6 SD3 A22 SA9 B6 DRQ2 B22 IRQ6
A7 SD2 A23 SA8 B7 NC B23 IRQ5
A8 SD1 A24 SA7 B8 -NOWS B24 IRQ4
A9 SD0 A25 SA6 B9 +12V B25 IRQ3
A10 IOCHRDY A26 SA5 B10 GND B26 -DACK2
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PIN Description PIN Description PIN Description PIN Description
A11 AEN A27 SA4 B11 -SMEMW B27 TC
A12 SA19 A28 SA3 B12 -SMEMR B28 BALE
A13 SA18 A29 SA2 B13 -IOW B29 VCC
A14 SA17 A30 SA1 B14 -IOR B30 ISAOSC
A15 SA16 A31 SA0 B15 -DACK3 B31 GND
A16 SA15 A32 GND B16 DRQ3 B32 GND
Table 3-16: PC/104 Connector Pinouts (1 of 2)
PIN Description PIN Description PIN Description PIN Description
C1 GND C11 -MEMW D1 GND D11 -DACK5
C2 -SBHE C12 SD8 D2 -MEMCS16 D12 DRQ5
C3 SA23 C13 SD9 D3 -IOCS16 D13 -DACK6
C4 SA22 C14 SD10 D4 IRQ10 D14 DRQ6
C5 SA21 C15 SD11 D5 IRQ11 D15 -DACK7
C6 SA20 C16 SD12 D6 IRQ12 D16 DRQ7
C7 SA19 C17 SD13 D7 IRQ15 D17 VCC
C8 SA18 C18 SD14 D8 IRQ14 D18 -MASTER
C9 SA17 C19 SD15 D9 -DACK0 D19 GND
C10 -MEMR C20 NC D10 DRQ0 D20 GND
Table 3-17: PC/104 Connector Pinouts (2 of 2)
3.3.15 SATA Drive Connectors
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The four SATA drive connectors are each connected to a first generation SATA drive. First
SA TA1, SAT A2
7-pin SATA drive connectors
6Figure 3-17
See
6Table 3-18
See
generation SATA drives transfer data at speeds as high as 150Mb/s. The SATA drives can
be configured in a RAID configuration.
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Figure 3-17: SATA Drive Connector Locations
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 GND
2 TX+
3 TX4 GND
5 RX6 RX+
7 GND
Table 3-18: SATA Drive Connector Pinouts
3.3.16 SATA Power Connectors
CN Label: CN1 and CN2
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
2-pin SATA power connector
See Figure 3-18
See Table 3-19
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Use the SATA Power Connectors to connect to SATA device power connections.
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Figure 3-18: SATA Power Connector Locations
Pin No. Description
1 +5V
2 GND
Table 3-19: SATA Power Connector Pinouts
3.3.17 Serial Port Connectors (RS-232)
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
Two 10-pin serial port connectors provide two RS-232 serial communications channels.
The COM serial port connectors can be connected to external RS-232 serial port devices.
COM2 and COM4
10-pin header (2x5)
6Figure 3-19
See
7Table 3-20
See
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Figure 3-19: COM2 and COM4 Connector Pinout Locations
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 Data Carrier Direct (DCD) 2 Data Set Ready (DSR)
3 Receive Data (RXD) 4 Request To Send (RTS)
5 Transmit Data (TXD) 6 Clear To Send (CTS)
7 Data Terminal Ready (DTR) 8 Ring Indicator (RI)
9 Ground (GND) 10 N/C
Table 3-20: COM Connector Pinouts
3.3.18 Serial Port Connector (COM3) (RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485)
CN Label: COM3
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The 10-pin serial port connector connects to a COM3 serial communications channel.
COM3 is a multifunction channel. In default mode COM3 is an RS-232 serial
communication channel, but can be configured as either an RS-422 or RS-485 serial
10-pin header (2x5)
Figure 3-20
See
Table 3-21
See
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communications channel with the COM3 function select jumper.
NANO-945GSE2
Figure 3-20: COM3 Connector Pinout Locations
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD) 2 DATA SET READY (DSR)
3 RECEIVE DATA (RXD) 4 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS)
5 TRANSMIT DATA (TXD) 6 CLEAR TO SEND (C TS)
7 DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR) 8 RING INDICATOR (RI)
9 GND 10 N/C
Table 3-21: COM3 Connector Pinouts
3.3.19 TTL LCD Connector
CN Label: CN3
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The TTL LCD connector can be connected to a LCD screen directly.
40-pin crimp (2x20)
See Figure 3-21
See Table 3-22
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Figure 3-21: LCD TTL Connector Pinout Locations
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 VCC_LCD 2 VCC_LCD
3 GND 4 GND
5 VCC_LCD 6 VCC_LCD
7 N/C 8 GND
9 TFT_B0 10 TFT_B1
11 TFT_B2 12 TFT_B3
13 TFT_B4 14 TFT_B5
15 TFT_B6 16 TFT_B7
17 TFT_G0 18 TFT_G1
19 TFT_G2 20 TFT_G3
21 TFT_G4 22 TFT_G5
23 TFT_G6 24 TFT_G7
25 TFT_R0 26 TFT_R1
26 TFT_R2 28 TFT_R3
29 TFT_R4 30 TFT_R5
31 TFT_R6 32 TFT_R7
33 GND 34 GND
35 FPCLK 36 T_VSYNC
37 TFT_EN 38 T_HSYNC
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39 N/C 40 L_VDDEN
Table 3-22: TTL LCD Port Connector Pinouts
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3.3.20 USB Connectors (Internal)
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
USB2 and USB3
8-pin header (2x4)
7Figure 3-22
See
7Table 3-23
See
The 2x4 USB pin connectors each provide connectivity to two USB 1.1 or two USB 2.0
ports. Each USB connector can support two USB devices. Additional external USB ports
are found on the rear panel. The USB ports are used for I/O bus expansion.
Figure 3-22: USB Connector Pinout Locations
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 VCC 2 GND
3 DATA- 4 DATA+
5 DATA+ 6 DATA7 GND 8 VCC
Table 3-23: USB Port Connector Pinouts
3.4 External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel
7Figure 3-23 shows the NANO-945GSE2 external peripheral interface connector (EPIC)
panel. The NANO-945GSE2 EPIC panel consists of the following:
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1 x Keyboard/mouse connector
2 x LAN connectors
1 x Serial port connector
1 x VGA connector
2 x USB connectors
NANO-945GSE2
Figure 3-23: NANO-945GSE2 External Peripheral Interface Connector
3.4.1 Keyboard/Mouse Connector
CN Label:
CN Type: PS/2
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The NANO-945GSE2 keyboard and mouse connector is a standard PS/2 conn ector.
KB/PS1
Figure 3-23 (labeled 1)
See
Figure 3-24, Table 3-24
See
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Figure 3-24: PS/2 Pinout and Configuration
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PIN DESCRIPTION
1 KB DATA
2 MS DATA
3 GND
4 VCC
5 KB CLOCK
6 MS CLOCK
Table 3-24: Keyboard Connector Pinouts
3.4.2 LAN Connectors
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
LAN1 and LAN2
RJ-45
7Figure 3-23
See
7Table 3-25
See
The NANO-945GSE2 is equipped with two RJ-45 Ethernet controllers. The controllers
connect to the LAN through two RJ-45 LAN connectors. The pin assignments are listed
below.
PIN DESCRIPTION PIN
1 MDIA3- 5 MDIA1+
2 MDIA3+ 6 MDIA2+
3 MDIA2- 7 MDIA04 MDIA1- 8 MDIA0+
DESCRIPTION
Table 3-25: LAN Pinouts
Figure 3-25: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
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3.4.3 Reset Button
The reset button enables users to reboot the system when the system is turned on.
Figure 3-26: Reset Button Location
3.4.4 Serial Port Connector (COM1)
CN Label: COM1
NANO-945GSE2
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
DB-9 connectors
7Figure 3-23 (see 2)
See
7Table 3-26 and 7Figure 3-27
See
The 9-pin DB-9 serial port connectors are connected to RS-232 serial communications
devices.
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 DCD 6 DSR
2 RX 7 RTS
3 TX 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 GND
Table 3-26: RS-232 Serial Port (COM 1) Pinouts
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Figure 3-27: COM1 Pinout Locations
3.4.5 USB Connectors
CN Label: USB1
CN T ype:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
Dual USB port
7Figure 3-23
See
7Table 3-27
See
The NANO-945GSE2 has two external USB 2.0 ports. The ports connect to both USB 2.0
and USB 1.1 devices.
PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION
1 VCC 5 VCC
2 DATA- 6 DATA3 DATA+ 7 DATA+
4 GND 8 GND
Table 3-27: USB Port Pinouts
3.4.6 VGA Connector
CN Label: VGA1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
15-pin Female
7Figure 3-23
See
7Figure 3-28 and 7Table 3-28
See
The NANO-945GSE2 has a single 15-pin female connector for connectivity to standard
display devices.
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Figure 3-28: VGA Connector
PIN DESCRIPTION PIN DESCRIPTION
1 RED 2 GREEN
3 BLUE 4 NC
5 GND 6 CRT_PLUG7 GND 8 GND
9 VCC 10 GND
11 NC 12 DDC DAT
13 HSYNC 14 VSYNC
15 DDCCLK
Table 3-28: VGA Connector Pinouts
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Chapter
4
4 Installation
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4.1 Anti-static Precautions
WARNING:
Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the
NANO-945GSE2 may result in permanent damage to the
NANO-945GSE2 and severe injury to the user.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,
including the NANO-945GSE2. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is
therefore critical to strictly adhere to the following anti-static precautions whenever the
NANO-945GSE2, or any other electrical component, is handled.
Wear an anti-static wristband: - Wearing a simple anti-static wristband can
NANO-945GSE2
help to prevent ESD from damaging the board.
Self-grounding:- Before handling the board touch any grounded conducting
material. During the time the board is handled, frequently touch any
conducting materials that are connected to the ground.
Use an anti-static pad: When configuring the NANO-945GSE2, place it on
an antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the
NANO-945GSE2.
Only handle the edges of the PCB:-: When handling the PCB, hold the PCB
by the edges.
4.2 Installation Considerations
NOTE:
The following installation notices and installation considerations should
be read and understood before the NANO-945GSE2 is installed. All
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installation notices pertaining to its installation should be strictly
adhered to. Failing to adhere to these precautions may lead to severe
damage of the NANO-945GSE2 and injury to the person installing it.
NANO-945GSE2
4.2.1 Installation Notices
WARNING:
The installation instructions described in this manual should be carefully
followed in order to prevent damage to the NANO-945GSE2,
NANO-945GSE2 components and injury to the user.
Before and during the installation please DO the following:
Read the user manual:
o The user manual provides a complete description of the NANO-945GSE2
installation instructions and configuration options.
Wear an electrostatic discharge cuff (ESD):
o Electronic components are easily damaged by ESD. Wearing an ESD cuff
removes ESD from the body and helps prevent ESD damage.
Place the NANO-945GSE2 on an antistatic pad:
o When installing or configuring the motherboard, place it on an antistatic
pad. This helps to prevent potential ESD damage.
Turn all power to the NANO-945GSE2 off:
o When working with the NANO-945GSE2, make sure that it is
disconnected from all power supplies and that no electricity is being fed into
the system.
Before and during the installation of the NANO-945GSE2 DO NOT:
Remove any of the stickers on the PCB board. These stickers are required for
warranty validation.
Use the product before verifying all the cables and power connectors are
properly connected.
Allow screws to come in contact with the PCB circuit, connector pins, or its
components.
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4.3 SO-DIMM Installation
WARNING:
Using incorrectly specified SO-DIMM may cause permanently damage
the NANO-945GSE2. Please make sure the purchased SO-DIMM
complies with the memory specifications of the NANO-945GSE2.
SO-DIMM specifications compliant with the NANO-945GSE2 are listed
in Chapter 2.
To install a SO-DIMM into a SO-DIMM socket, please follow the steps below and refer to
Figure 4-1.
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Figure 4-1: SO-DIMM Installation
Step 1: Locate the SO-DIMM socket. Place the NANO-945GSE2 on an anti-static pad
with the solder side facing up.
Step 2: Align the SO-DIMM with the socket. The SO-DIMM must b e oriented in such a
way that the notch in the middle of the SO-DIMM must be aligned with the
plastic bridge in the socket.
Step 3: Insert the SO-DIMM. Push the SO-DIMM chip into the socket at an angle. (See
Figure 4-1)
Step 4: Open the SO-DIMM socket arms. Gently pull the arms of the SO-DIMM socket
out and push the rear of the SO-DIMM down. (See
Figure 4-1)
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Step 5: Secure the SO-DIMM. Release the arms on the SO-DIMM socket. They clip into
place and secure the SO-DIMM in the socket.Step 0:
4.4 CF Card Installation
NOTE:
The NANO-945GSE2 can support both CF Type I and II cards.
To install a CF card onto the NANO-945GSE2, please follow the steps below:
Step 1: Locate the CF card socket. Place the NANO-945GSE2 on an anti-static pad
with the solder side facing up. Locate the CF card socket.
Step 2: Align the CF card. Make sure the CF card is properly aligned with the CF
socket.
Step 3: Insert the CF card. Gently insert the CF card into the socket making sure the
socket pins are properly inserted into the socket. See
Figure 4-2. Step 0:
Figure 4-2: CF Card Installation
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4.5 Jumper Settings
NOTE:
A jumper is a metal bridge used to close an
electrical circuit. It consists of two or three metal
pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a
plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect
them. To CLOSE/SHORT a jumper means
connecting the pins of the jumper with the plastic
clip and to OPEN a jumper means removing the
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plastic clip from a jumper.
Before the NANO-945GSE2 is installed in the system, the jumpers must be set in
accordance with the desired configuration. The jumpers on the NANO-945 GSE2 are listed
in
7Table 4-1.
Description Label Type
AT power mode setting ATXCTL1 2-pin header
Clear CMOS J_CMOS1 3-pin header
COM3 RS-232/422/485 mode setting JP1 6-pin header
COM3 RS-422/485 mode setting JP2 6-pin header
LVDS1 panel resolution J_LCD_TYPE1 8-pin header
LVDS1 voltage select JP3 3-pin header
Table 4-1: Jumpers
4.5.1 AT Power Select Jumper Settings
NOTE:
The AT Power Select Jumper is the same as the ATX Enable
connector.
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Jumper Label: ATX CTL1
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
The AT Power Select jumper specifies the system’s power mode as AT or ATX. Use a
jumper cap to short pins 1 and 2 to enable the AT Power mode. In the ATX mode use the
PS_ON- and 5VSB cable. AT Power Select jumper settings are shown in
AT Power Select Description
Short 1 – 2 Use AT power Default
Open Use ATX power
Table 4-2: AT Power Select Jumper Settings
The location of the AT Power Select jumper is shown in Figure 4-3 below.
2-pin header
Table 4-2
See
Figure 4-3
See
Table 4-2.
Figure 4-3: AT Power Select Jumper Location
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4.5.2 Clear CMOS Jumper
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Jumper Label:
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
J_CMOS1
3-pin header
7Table 4-3
See
7Figure 4-4
See
If the NANO-945GSE2 fails to boot due to improper BIOS settings, the clear CMOS
jumper clears the CMOS data and resets the system BIOS information. To do this, use the
jumper cap to close pins 2 and 3 for a few seconds then reinstall the jumper clip back to
pins 1 and 2.
If the “CMOS Settings Wrong” message is displayed during the boot up process, the fault
may be corrected by pressing the F1 to enter the CMOS Setup menu. Do one of the
following:
Enter the correct CMOS setting
Load Optimal Defaults
Load Failsafe Defaults.
After having done one of the above, save the changes and exit the CMOS Setup menu.
The clear CMOS jumper settings are shown in
AT Power Select Description
Short 1 - 2 Keep CMOS Setup Default
Short 2 - 3 Clear CMOS Setup
7Table 4-3.
Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings
The location of the clear CMOS jumper is shown in 7Figure 4-4 below.
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Figure 4-4: Clear CMOS Jumper
4.5.3 COM3 Function Select Jumper
Jumper Label: JP1
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
The COM2 Function Select jumper sets the communication protocol used by the second
serial communications port (COM3) as RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485. The COM 2 Function
Select settings are shown in
COM 2 Function Select Description
Short 1-2 RS-232 Default
Short 3-4 RS-422
Short 5-6 RS-485
Table 4-4: COM 2 Function Select Jumper Settings
The COM 2 Function Select jumper location is shown in Figure 4-5.
6-pin header
Table 4-4
See
Figure 4-5
See
Table 4-4.
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Figure 4-5: COM 2 Function Select Jumper Location
4.5.4 LVDS1 Panel Resolution Jumper
Jumper Label: J_LCD_TYPE1
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Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
8-pin header
Table 4-5
See
Figure 4-6
See
The LVDS1 Panel Resolution jumper allows the resolution of the LVDS screens
connected to the LVDS1 connector to be configured. The LVDS1 Panel Resolution jumper
settings are shown in
DESCRIPTION (LVDS1)
Pin 1-2 Pin 3-4 Pin 5-6 Pin 7-8 Resolution
OPEN OPEN OPEN OPEN 640 x 480 (18-bit)
SHORT OPEN OPEN OPEN 800 x 480 (18-bit)
OPEN SHORT OPEN OPEN 800 x 600 (18-bit) Default
SHORT SHORT OPEN OPEN 1024 x 768 (18-bit)
OPEN OPEN SHORT OPEN 1280 x 1024 (36-bit)
SHORT OPEN SHORT OPEN 1400 x 1050 (36-bit)
Table 4-5.
OPEN SHORT SHORT OPEN 1400 x 900 (36-bit)
SHORT SHORT SHORT OPEN 1400 x 1200 (36-bit)
Table 4-5: LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Settings
The LVDS Panel Resolution jumper location is shown in Figure 4-6.
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Figure 4-6:LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Pinout Locations
4.5.5 LVDS Voltage Selection
WARNING:
Permanent damage to the screen and NANO-945GSE2 may occur if
the wrong voltage is selected with this jumper. Please refer to the user
guide that cam with the monitor to select the correct voltage.
Jumper Label: JP3
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
The LVDS Voltage Selection jumpers allow the LVDS screen voltages to be set.
J_VLVDS1 sets the voltage connected to LVDS1. The LVDS Voltage Selection jumper
settings are shown in
LCD Voltage Select Description
Short 1-2 +3.3V LVDS
3-pin header
Table 4-6
See
Figure 4-7
See
Table 4-6.
Short 2-3 +5V LVDS Default
Table 4-6: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Settings
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The LVDS Voltage Selection jumper location is shown in Figure 4-7.
Figure 4-7: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Pinout Locations
4.5.6 COM3 RS-422/485 mode selection
Jumper Label: JP2
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Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
6-pin header
Table 4-7
See
Figure 4-8
See
The COM3 RS-422/485 mode selection jumper allows the COM3 RS-422/485 mode to be
set. The COM3 RS-422/485 jumper settings are shown in
Table 4-7.
Pin No. Description Pin No.
1 TX_422- 2 RX_4223 TX_422+ 4 RX_422+
5 D_485+ 6 D_485-
Table 4-7: COM3 RS-422/485
The COM3 RS-422/485 mode select jumper location is shown in Figure 4-8.
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Figure 4-8:COM2 Function Select Jumper Location
4.6 Chassis Installation
4.6.1 Airflow
WARNING:
Airflow is critical to the cooling of the CPU and other onboard
components. The chassis in which the NANO-945GSE2 must have air
vents to allow cool air to move into the system and hot air to move out.
The NANO-945GSE2 must be installed in a chassis with ventilation holes on the sides
allowing airflow to travel through the heat sink surface. In a system with an individual
power supply unit, the cooling fan of a power supply can also help generate airflow
through the board surface.
NOTE:
IEI has a wide range of backplanes available. Please contact your
NANO-945GSE2 vendor, reseller or an IEI sales representative at
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2sales@iei.com.tw or visit the IEI website (2http://www.ieiworld.com.tw)
to find out more about the available chassis.
4.6.2 Motherboard Installation
To install the NANO-945GSE2 motherboard into the chassis please refer to the reference
material that came with the chassis.
4.7 Internal Peripheral Device Connections
The cables listed in are shipped with the NANO-945GSE2.
Quantity Type
1 AT Power cable
1 Keyboard and Mouse cable
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1 RS-232 cable
2 SATA drive cable
Table 4-8: IEI Provided Cables
Some optional items that can be purchased separately and installed on the
NANO-945GSE2 include:
ATX power cable
Dual port USB cable
Parallel port cable
RS-232 cable
RS-422/485 cable
SATA 5V power output cable kit for NANO series
SATA power cable
4.7.1 AT Power Connection
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Follow the instructions below to connect the NANO-945GSE2 to an AT power supply.
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WARNING:
Disconnect the power supply power cord from its AC power source to
prevent a sudden power surge to the NANO-945GSE2.
Step 1: Locate the po wer cable. The power cable is shown in the packing list in
Chapter 3.
Step 2: Connect the Po wer Cable to the Moth erboar d. Connect the 4 -pin (2x2) M olex
type power cable connector to the AT power connector on the motherboard. See
Figure 4-9.
Figure 4-9: Power Cable to Motherboard Connection
Step 3: Connect Power Cable to Po wer Supply . Connect one of the 4-pi n (1x4) M olex
type power cable connectors to an AT power supply. See
Figure 4-10. Step 0:
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Figure 4-10: Connect Power Cable to Power Supply
4.7.2 PC/104-Plus Card Installation
To install a PC/104-Plus card, please refer to the diagram and instructions below.
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Figure 4-11: PC/104-Plus Card Installation
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Step 1: Align the connectors. Make sure that the con nectors are lined up correctly.
The connectors should match up with the slot of the same shape.
Step 2: Push straight do wn until the card is properly seated. Push the card straight
downwards to connect. Use a firm pushing action to connect. When the cards
are connected properly there will be no gaps between the baseboard connecto rs
and the card connectors.Step 0:
4.7.3 SATA Drive Connection
The NANO-945GSE2 is shipped with two SATA drive cables and one SATA drive power
cable. To connect the SATA drives to the connectors, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the connectors. The locations of the SATA drive connectors are shown
in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Insert the cable connector. Press the clip on the co nnector at the end of the
SATA cable and insert the cable connector into the onboard SATA drive
connector. See
7Figure 4-12.
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Figure 4-12: SATA Drive Cable Connection
Step 3: Connect the cable to the SAT A disk. Connect the connector on the other end
of the cable to the connector at the back of the SATA drive. See
Step 4: Connect the SATA power cable. Connect the SATA power connector to the
back of the SATA drive. See
7Figure 4-13. Step 0:
7Figure 4-13.
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Figure 4-13: SATA Power Drive Connection
4.7.4 Single RS-232 Cable (w/o Bracket)
The single RS-232 cable consists of one serial port connector attached to a serial
communications cable that is then attached to a D-sub 9 male connector. To install the
single RS-232 cable, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the connector. The location of the RS-232 connector is shown in
Chapter 4.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Correctly align pin 1 on the cable con nector with pin 1 on
the NANO-945GSE2 serial port connector.
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connector is properly aligned with
the serial port connector on the NANO-945GSE2, connect the cable con nector
to the on-board connector. See
Figure 4-14.
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Figure 4-14: Single RS-232 Cable Installation
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Step 4: Secure the bracket. The single RS-232 connector has two retention screws
that must be secured to a chassis or bracket.
Step 5: Connect the serial device. Once the single RS-23 2 connector is connected to
a chassis or bracket, a serial communications device can be connected to the
system. Step 0:
4.7.5 USB Cable (Dual Port without Bracket)
The NANO-945GSE2 is shipped with a dual port USB 2.0 cable. To connect the USB
cable connector, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown in
Chapter 3.
WARNING:
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If the USB pins are not properly aligned, the USB device can burn out.
Step 2: Align the connectors. The cable has two connectors. Correctly align pin 1on
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each cable connector with pin 1 on the NANO-945GSE2 USB connector.
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connectors are properly aligned
with the USB connectors on the NANO-945GSE2, connect the cable connectors
to the on-board connectors. See
Figure 4-15: Dual USB Cable Connection
Step 4: Attach the USB connectors to the chassis. The USB 2.0 connectors each of
two retention screw holes. To secure the connectors to the chassis please refer
Figure 4-15.
to the installation instructions that came with the chassis.Step 0:
4.7.6 Parallel Port Cable without Bracket
The optional parallel port (LPT) cable respectively connects the on-board LPT 26-pin box
header to an external LPT device (like a printer). The cable comprises a 26-pin female
header, to be connected to the on-board LPT box-header, on one side and on the other
side a standard external LPT connector. To connect the LPT cable, please follow the
steps below.
Step 1: Locate the connector. The LPT connector location is shown in Chapter 4.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Correctly align pin 1 on the cable con nector with pin 1 on
the NANO-945GSE2 LPT box-header connector. See
Figure 4-16.
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Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connector is properly aligned with
the 26-pin box-header connector on the NANO-945GSE2, conne ct the cable
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connector to the on-board connector. See
Figure 4-16: LPT Cable Connection
Step 4: Attach the LPT connector to the chassis. To secure the LPT interface
connector to the chassis please refer to the installation instructions that came
Figure 4-16.
with the chassis.
Step 5: Connect LPT device. Once the LPT interface connector is connected to the
chassis, the LPT device can be connected to the LPT interface connector. See
Figure 4-17Step 0:\
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Figure 4-17: Connect the LPT Device
4.7.7 Dual RS-422/485 Cable
An optional RS-422/485 dual serial port connector cable is available for the
NANO-945GSE2. The dual serial port connector cable conne cts the se rial port connectors
on the cable to the RS-422/485 serial port connectors on the NANO-945GSE2. Follow the
steps below to connect the dual serial port connector cable.
Step 1: Locate the serial port connec tor. The location of the RS-422/485 serial port
connector is shown in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Correctly align pin 1 on the cable con nector with pin 1 on
the NANO-945GSE2 COM2 serial port connector.
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connector is properly aligned with
the COM2 serial port connector on the NANO-945GSE2, conne ct the cable
connector to the on-board connectors. See
Figure 4-18.
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Figure 4-18: Dual Serial Port Connector Cable Connection
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Step 4: Attach DB-9 serial port connectors to the chassis. The dual DB-9 serial port
connectors can be inserted into dual preformed holes in the chassis. Once,
inserted the DB-9 connectors should be secured to the chassis with retention
screws.Step 0:
4.8 External Peripheral Interface Connection
The following external peripheral devices can be connected to the external peripheral
interface connectors.
RJ-45 Ethernet cable connectors
PS/2 devices
Serial port devices
USB devices
VGA monitors
To install these devices, connect the corresponding cable connector from the actual
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device to the corresponding NANO-945GSE2 external peripheral interface connector
making sure the pins are properly aligned.
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4.8.1 LAN Connection (Single Connector)
There are two external RJ-45 LAN connectors. The RJ-45 connectors enable connection
to an external network. To connect a LAN cable with an RJ-45 connector, please follow
the instructions below.
Step 1: Locate the RJ-45 connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown
in Chapter 4.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the RJ-45 connector on the LAN cable with one of
the RJ-45 connectors on the NANO-945GSE2. See
Figure 4-19: LAN Connection
7Figure 4-19.
Step 3: Insert the LAN cable RJ-45 connector. Once aligned, gently insert the LAN
cable RJ-45 connector into the onboard RJ-45 connector. Step 0:
4.8.2 PS/2 Y-Cable Connection
The NANO-945GSE2 has a PS/2 connector on the external peripheral interface panel.
The dual PS/2 connector is connected to the PS/2 Y-cable that came with the
NANO-945GSE2. One of the PS/2 cables is connected to a keyboard and the other to a
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mouse to the system. Follow the steps below to connect a keyboard and mouse to the
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Step 1: Locate the dual PS/2 connector. The location of the PS/2 connector is shown
in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Insert the keyboard/mouse connector. Insert the PS/2 connector on the end
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of the PS/2 y-cable into the external PS/2 connector. See
Figure 4-20: PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector
Figure 4-20.
Step 3: Connect the keyboard and mouse. Connect the keyboard and mouse to the
appropriate connector. The keyboard and mouse connectors can be
distinguished from each other by looking at the small graphic at the top of the
connector. Step 0:
4.8.3 Serial Device Connection
The NANO-945GSE2 has a single female DB-9 connector on the external peripheral
interface panel for a serial device. Follow the steps below to connect a serial device to the
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Step 1: Locate the DB-9 connector. The location of the DB-9 connector is shown in
Chapter 3.
Step 2: Insert the serial connector. Insert the DB-9 connector of a serial device into
the DB-9 connector on the external peripheral interface. See
Figure 4-21: Serial Device Connector
7Figure 4-21.
Step 3: Secure the connector. Secure the serial device connector to the external
interface by tightening the two retention screws on either side of the connector.
4.8.4 USB Connection (Dual Connector)
The external USB connectors provide easier and quicker access to external USB devices.
Follow the steps below to connect USB devices to the NANO-945GSE2.
Step 1: Locate the USB connectors. The location of the USB connectors is shown in
Chapter 3.
Step 2: Insert a USB plug. Insert the USB plug of a device into the USB receptacle on
the external peripheral interface. See
Step 0:
7Figure 4-22.Step 0:
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Figure 4-22: USB Connector
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4.8.5 VGA Monitor Connection
The NANO-945GSE2 has a single female DB-15 connector on the external peripheral
interface panel. The DB-15 connector is connected to a CRT or VGA monitor. To connect
a monitor to the NANO-945GSE2, please follow the instructions below.
Step 1: Locate the female DB-15 connector. The location of the female DB-15
connector is shown in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Align the VGA connector. Align the male DB-15 connector on the VGA screen
cable with the female DB-15 connector on the external peripheral interface.
Step 3: Insert the VGA connector. Once the connectors are properly aligned with the
insert the male connector from the VGA screen into the female connector on the
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7Figure 4-23.
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Figure 4-23: VGA Connector
Step 4: Secure the connector. Secure the DB-15 VGA connector from the VGA
monitor to the external interface by tightening the two retention screws on either
side of the connector. Step 0:
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5
5 BIOS Screens
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5.1 Introduction
A licensed copy of AMI BIOS is preprogrammed into the ROM BIOS. The BIOS setup
program allows users to modify the basic system configuration. This chapter describes
how to access the BIOS setup program and the configuration options that may be
changed.
5.1.1 Starting Setup
The AMI BIOS is activated when the computer is turned on. The setup program can be
activated in one of two ways.
1. Press the D
2. Press the D
appears on the screen. 0.
If the message disappears before the D
again.
ELETE key as soon as the system is turned on or
ELETE key when the “Press Del to enter SETUP” message
ELETE key is pressed, restart the computer and try
5.1.2 Using Setup
Use the arrow keys to highlight items, press ENTER to select, use the PageUp and
PageDown keys to change entries, press F1 for help and press E
keys are shown below.
Key Function
Up arrow Move to previous item
Down arrow Move to next item
Left arrow Move to the item on the left hand side
SC to quit. Navigation
Right arrow Move to the item on the right hand side
Esc key Main Menu – Quit and not save changes into CMOS
Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu --
Exit current page and return to Main Menu
Page Up key Increase the numeric value or make changes
Page Dn key Decrease the numeric value or make changes
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F1 key General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option
F2 /F3 key Change color from total 16 colors. F2 to select color
F10 key Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys
5.1.3 Getting Help
When F1 is pressed a small help window describing the appropriate keys to use and the
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forward.
possible selections for the highlighted item appears. To exit the Help Window press E
the F1 key again.
SC or
5.1.4 Unable to Reboot After Configuration Changes
If the computer cannot boot after changes to the system configuration is made, CMOS
defaults. Use the jumper described in Chapter 5.
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar
The menu bar on top of the BIOS screen has the following main items:
Main Changes the basic system configuration.
Advanced Changes the advanced system settings.
PCIPnP Changes the advanced PCI/PnP Settings
Boot Changes the system boot configuration.
Security Sets User and Supervisor Passwords.
Chipset Changes the chipset settings.
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Power Changes power management settings.
Exit Selects exit options and loads default settings
The following sections completely describe the configuration options found in the menu
items at the top of the BIOS screen and listed above.
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5.2 Main
The Main BIOS menu (7BIOS Menu 1) appears when the BIOS Setup program is entered.
The Main menu gives an overview of the basic system information.
BIOS Menu 1: Main
System Overview
The System Overvie w lists a brief summary of different system components. Th e fields in
System Overview cannot be changed. The items shown in the system overview include:
AMI BIOS: Displays auto-detected BIOS information
o Version: Current BIOS version
o Build Date: Date the current BIOS version was made
o ID: Installed BIOS ID
Processor: Displays auto-detected CPU specifications
o Type: Names the currently installed processor
o Speed: Lists the processor speed
o Count: The number of CPUs on the motherboard
System Memory: Displays the auto-detected system memory.
o Size: Lists memory size
The System Overview field also has two user configurable fields:
System Time [xx:xx:xx]
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Use the System Time option to set the system time. Manually enter the hours, minutes
and seconds.
System Date [xx/xx/xx]
Use the System Date option to set the system date. Manually enter the day, month and
year.
5.3 Advanced
Use the Advanced menu (7BIOS Menu 2) to configure the CPU and peripheral devices
through the following sub-menus:
WARNING:
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Setting the wrong values in the sections below may cause the system
to malfunction. Make sure that the settings made are compatible with
the hardware.
CPU Configuration (see Section 5.3.1)
IDE Configuration (see Section
Super I/O Configuration (see Section
Hardware Health Configuration (see Section
Power Configuration (see Section
Remote Access Configuration (see Section
USB Configuration (see Section
769H5.3.2)
770H5.3.3)
771H5.3.4)
772H5.3.5)
773H5.3.5.1)
774H5.3.7)
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BIOS Menu 2: Advanced
5.3.1 CPU Configuration
Use the CPU Configuration menu (873H775HBIOS Menu 3) to view detailed CPU specifications
and configure the CPU.
BIOS Menu 3: CPU Configuration
The CPU Configuration menu (
874H776HBIOS Menu 3) lists the following CPU details:
Manufacturer: Lists the name of the CPU manufacturer
Brand String: Lists the brand name of the CPU bei ng used
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Frequency: Lists the CPU processing speed
FSB Speed: Lists the FSB speed
Cache L1: Lists the CPU L1 cach e size
Cache L2: Lists the CPU L2 cach e size
5.3.2 IDE Configuration
Use the IDE Configuration menu (875H777HBIOS Menu 4) to change and/or set the configuration
of the IDE devices installed in the system.
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BIOS Menu 4: IDE
ATA/IDE Configurations [Compatible]
Use the ATA/IDE Configurations option to configure the ATA/IDE controller.
Disabled
Compatible
Enhanced D
Configuration
Disables the on-board ATA/IDE controller.
Configures the on-board ATA/IDE controller to be in
compatible mode. In this mode, a SATA channel will
replace one of the IDE channels. This mode supports up
to 4 storage devices.
EFAULT
Configures the on-board ATA/IDE controller to be in
Enhanced mode. In this mode, IDE channels and SATA
channels are separated. This mode supports up to 6
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storage devices. Some legacy OS do not support this
mode.
Legacy IDE Channels [PATA Pri, SATA Sec]
SA TA Only
SA TA Pri, PATA Sec D
Only the SATA drives are enabled.
EFAULT
The IDE drives are enabled on the Primary
IDE channel. The SA TA drives are enabled on
the Secondary IDE channel.
PATA Only
The IDE drives are enabled on the primary
and secondary IDE channels. SATA drives
are disabled.
IDE Master and IDE Slave
When entering setup, BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. BIOS
displays the status of the auto detected IDE devices. The following IDE devices are
detected and are shown in the IDE Configuration menu:
Primary IDE Master
Primary IDE Slave
Secondary IDE Master
Secondary IDE Slave
The IDE Configuration menu (
876H778HBIOS Menu 4) allows changes to the configurations for the
IDE devices installed in the system. If an IDE device is detected and one of the four BIOS
configuration options listed above is selected, the IDE configuration options shown in
Section
779H5.3.2.1 will appear.
5.3.2.1 IDE Master, IDE Slave
Use the IDE Master and IDE Slave configuration menu to view both primary and
secondary IDE device details and configure the IDE devices connected to the system.
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BIOS Menu 5: IDE Master and IDE Slave Configuration
Auto-Detected Drive Parameters
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The “grayed-out” items in the left frame are IDE disk drive parameters automatically
detected from the firmware of the selected IDE disk drive. The drive parameters are listed
as follows:
Device: Lists the device type (e.g. hard disk, CD-ROM etc.)
Type: Indicates the type of devices a user can manually select
Vendor: Lists the device manufacturer
Size: List the storage capacity of the device.
LBA Mode: Indicates whether the LBA (Logical Block Addressing) is a
method of addressing data on a disk drive is supported or not.
Block Mode: Block mode boosts IDE drive performance by increa sing the
amount of data transferred. Only 512 bytes of data can be transferred per
interrupt if block mode is not used. Block mode allows transfers of up to 64 KB
per interrupt.
PIO Mode: Indicates the PIO mode of the installed device.
Async DMA: Indicates the highest Asynchronous DMA Mode that is
supported.
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Ultra DMA: Indicates the highest Synchronous DMA Mode that is supported.
S.M.A.R.T.: Indicates whether or not the Self-Monitoring Analysis and
Reporting Technology protocol is supported.
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32Bit Data Transfer: Enables 32-bit data transfer.
Type [Auto]
Use the Type BIOS option select the type of device the AMIBIOS attempts to boot from
after the Power-On Self-Test (POST) is complete.
Not Installed
Auto DEFAULT
CD/DVD
ARMD
BIOS is prevented from searching for an IDE disk
drive on the specified channel.
The BIOS auto detects the IDE disk drive type
attached to the specified channel. This setting should
be used if an IDE hard disk drive is attached to the
specified channel.
The CD/DVD option specifies that an IDE CD-ROM
drive is attached to the specified IDE channel. The
BIOS does not attempt to search for other types of
IDE disk drives on the specified channel.
This option specifies an ATAPI Removable Media
Device. These include, but are not limited to:
ZIP
LS-120
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Use the LBA/Large Mode option to disable or enable BIOS to auto detects LBA (Logical
Block Addressing). LBA is a method of addressing data on a disk drive. In LBA mode, the
maximum drive capacity is 137 GB.
Disabled
Auto DEFAULT
BIOS is prevented from using the LBA mode control on
the specified channel.
BIOS auto detects the LBA mode control on the specified
channel.
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Block (Multi Sector Transfer) [Auto]
Use the Block (Multi Sector Transfer) to disable or enable BIOS to auto detect if the
device supports multi-sector transfers.
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Disabled
Auto DEFAULT
PIO Mode [Auto]
Use the PIO Mode option to select the IDE PIO (Programmable I/O) mode program timing
cycles between the IDE drive and the programmable IDE controller. As the PIO mode
increases, the cycle time decrease s.
Auto DEFAULT
0
BIOS is prevented from using Multi-Sector Transfer on the
specified channel. The data to and from the device occurs
one sector at a time.
BIOS auto detects Multi-Sector Transfer support on the
drive on the specified channel. If supported the data
transfer to and from the device occurs multiple sectors at
a time.
BIOS auto detects the PIO mode. Use this value if the IDE disk
drive support cannot be determined.
PIO mode 0 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 3.3MBps
1
2
3
4
DMA Mode [Auto]
Use the DMA Mode BIOS selection to adjust the DMA mode options.
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PIO mode 1 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 5.2MBps
PIO mode 2 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 8.3MBps
PIO mode 3 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 11.1MBps
PIO mode 4 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 16.6MBps
(This setting generally works with all hard disk drives
manufactured after 1999. For other disk drives, such as IDE
CD-ROM drives, check the specifications of the drive.)
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Auto DEFAULT
SWDMA0
SWDMA1
SWDMA2
MWDMA0
MWDMA1
MWDMA2
BIOS auto detects the DMA mode. Use this value if the IDE
disk drive support cannot be determined.
Single Word DMA mode 0 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 2.1MBps
Single Word DMA mode 1 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 4.2MBps
Single Word DMA mode 2 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 8.3MBps
Multi Word DMA mode 0 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 4.2MBps
Multi Word DMA mode 1 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 13.3MBps
Multi Word DMA mode 2 selected with a maximum data
transfer rate of 16.6MBps
UDMA1
UDMA1
UDMA2
UDMA3
UDMA4
UDMA5
Ultra DMA mode 0 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 16.6MBps
Ultra DMA mode 1 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 25MBps
Ultra DMA mode 2 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 33.3MBps
Ultra DMA mode 3 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 44MBps (To use this mode, it is required that an
80-conductor ATA ca ble is used.)
Ultra DMA mode 4 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 66.6MBps (To use this mode, it is required that an
80-conductor ATA ca ble is used.)
Ultra DMA mode 5 selected with a maximum data transfer
rate of 99.9MBps (To use this mode, it is required that an
80-conductor ATA ca ble is used.)
S.M.A.R.T [Auto]
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Use the S.M.A.R.T option to auto-detect, disable or enable Self-Monitoring Analysis and
Reporting Technology (SMART) on the drive on the specified channel. S.M.A.R.T predicts
impending drive failures. The S.M.A.R.T BIOS option enables or disables this function.
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Auto DEFAULT
Disabled
Enabled
32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]
Use the 32Bit Data Transfer BIOS option to enables or disable 32-bit data transfers.
Disabled
Enabled DEFAULT
Prevents BIOS from using the HDD SMART feature.
Allows BIOS to use the HDD SMART feature
Prevents the BIOS from using 32-bit data transfers.
BIOS auto detects HDD SMART support.
Allows BIOS to use 32-bit data transfers on supported
hard disk drives.
5.3.3 Super I/O Configuration
Use the Super I/O Configuration menu (878H780HBIOS Menu 6) to set or change the
configurations for the FDD controllers, parallel ports and serial ports.
BIOS Menu 6: Super I/O Configuration
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
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Use the Serial Port1 Address option to select the Serial Port 1 base address.
Disabled
3F8/IRQ4 DEFAULT
3E8/IRQ4
2E8/IRQ3
Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]
Use the Serial Port2 Address option to select the Serial Port 2 base address.
Disabled
2F8/IRQ3 DEFAULT
3E8/IRQ4
No base address is assigned to Serial Port 1
Serial Port 1 I/O port address is 3F8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ4
Serial Port 1 I/O port address is 3E8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ4
Serial Port 1 I/O port address is 2E8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ3
No base address is assigned to Serial Port 2
Serial Port 2 I/O port address is 3F8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ3
Serial Port 2 I/O port address is 3E8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ4
2E8/IRQ3
Serial Port 2 I/O port address is 2E8 and the interrupt
address is IRQ3
5.3.4 Hardware Health Configuration
The Hardware Health Configuration menu (879H781HBIOS Menu 7) shows the operating
temperature, fan speeds and system voltages.
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BIOS Menu 7: Hardware Health Configuration
CPU FAN Mode Setting [Full On Mode]
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Use the CPU FAN Mode Setting option to configure the second fan.
Full On Mode D
Automatic mode
PWM Manual mode
When the CPU FAN Mode Setting option is in the Automatic Mode, the following
parameters can be set.
CPU Temp. Limit of OFF
CPU Temp. Limit of Start
CPU Fan Start PWM
Slope PWM 1
When the CPU FAN Mode Setting option is in the PWM Manual Mode, the following
EFAULT
Fan is off when the temperature is low
Pulse width modulation set manually
Fan is on all the time
enough. Parameters must be set by the
user.
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parameters can be set.
CPU Fan PWM control
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