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Table 6-1: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts................................................................................. 188
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BIOS Menus
BIOS Menu 1: Main.......................................................................................................................75
BIOS Menu 2: Advanced..............................................................................................................77
BIOS Menu 3: ACPI Configuration..............................................................................................77
BIOS Menu 4: RTC Wake Settings..............................................................................................79
BIOS Menu 5: Trusted Computing..............................................................................................80
BIOS Menu 6: CPU Configuration...............................................................................................81
BIOS Menu 7: SATAConfiguration.............................................................................................82
BIOS Menu 8: Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology .........................................................................83
BIOS Menu 9: AMT Configuration...............................................................................................84
BIOS Menu 10: USB Configuration.............................................................................................85
BIOS Menu 11: F81866 Super IO Configuration........................................................................86
BIOS Menu 12: Serial Port n Configuration Menu.....................................................................87
BIOS Menu 13: Parallel Port Configuration Menu.....................................................................91
BIOS Menu 14: F81866 H/W Monitor...........................................................................................93
BIOS Menu 15: Smart Fan Mode Configuration ........................................................................94
BIOS Menu 16: Serial Port Console Redirection.......................................................................96
BIOS Menu 17: iEi Feature...........................................................................................................98
BIOS Menu 18: Chipset................................................................................................................99
BIOS Menu 19: PCH-IO Configuration..................................................................................... 100
BIOS Menu 20: PCI Express Configuration ............................................................................ 102
BIOS Menu 21: PCI Express Root Port n Configuration Menu............................................. 102
BIOS Menu 22: PCH Azalia Configuration Menu.................................................................... 104
BIOS Menu 23: System Agent (SA) Configuration................................................................. 105
BIOS Menu 24: Graphics Configuration.................................................................................. 106
BIOS Menu 25: LCD Control..................................................................................................... 107
BIOS Menu 26: NB PCIe Configuration ................................................................................... 108
BIOS Menu 27: Memory Configuration.................................................................................... 109
BIOS Menu 28: Boot.................................................................................................................. 110
BIOS Menu 29: Security............................................................................................................ 112
BIOS Menu 30: Save & Exit....................................................................................................... 113
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BIOS Menu 31: IEI Feature........................................................................................................ 163
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Chapter
1
1 Introduction
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1.1 Introduction
Figure 1-1: PCIE-Q870-i2
The PCIE-Q870-i2 is a PICMG 1.3 CPU card. It accepts a Socket LGA1150 Intel® Core™
PCIE-Q870-i2 PICMG 1.3 CPU Card
i7/i5/i3, Pentium® or Celeron® processor and supports four 240-pin 1600/1333 MHz
dual-channel DDR3 DIMM modules up to 32 GB.
The PCIE-Q870-i2 provides two GbE interfaces through the Intel® I217LM (with Intel®
AMT 9.0 support) and the Intel® I210 PCIe controllers. The integrated Intel® Q87 chipset
supports six SATA 6Gb/s drives. In addition, the PCIE-Q870-i2 includes VGA and iDP
interfaces for dual independent display.
Two USB 3.0 on the rear panel, twoUSB 3.0 by pin header, four USB 2.0 by pin headers,
four USB 2.0 by pin headers on backplane, four RS-232 and one PCIe Mini interface with
mSATA support provide flexible expansion options. High Definition Audio (HDA) support
ensures HDA devices can be easily implemented on the PCIE-Q870-i2.
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1.2 Features
Some of the PCIE-Q870-i2 motherboard features are listed below:
PICMG 1.3 full-size solution
LGA1150 Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3, Pentium® or Celeron® processor supported
Intel® Q87 chipset
Four 240-pin 1600/1333 MHz dual-channel DDR3 DIMMs support up to 32 GB
Dual independent display by VGA and iDP interfaces
Supports IPMI 2.0 via iRIS-2400 module
One PCIe Mini slot with mSATA suppo rt
Two Intel® PCIe GbE connectors (LAN1 with Intel® AMT 9.0 support)
Six SATA 6Gb/s connectors support RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Stiffener bars prevent the PCB bending and damage of components on the
solder side
TPM V1.2 hardware security function supported by TPM module
High Definition Audio
RoHS compliant
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1.3 Connectors
The connectors on the PCIE-Q870-i2 are shown in the figure below.
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Figure 1-2: Connectors
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1.4 Dimensions
The main dimensions of the PCIE-Q870-i2 are shown in the diagram below.
Figure 1-3: PCIE-Q870-i2 Dimensions (mm)
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1.5 Data Flow
8Figure 1-4 shows the data flow between the system chipset, the CPU and other
components installed on the motherboard.
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Figure 1-4: Data Flow Diagram
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1.6 Technical Specifications
The PCIE-Q870-i2 technical specifications are listed below.
Specification/Model PCIE-Q870-i2
Form Factor
CPU Supported
Chipset
Memory
Graphics Engine
Audio
BIOS
Ethernet Controllers
Super I/O Controller
EC
PICMG 1.3
LGA1150 Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3, Pentium® or Celeron® CPU
Intel® Q87
Four 240-pin 1600/1333 MHz dual-channel ECC/non-ECC unbuffered
DDR3/DDR3L SDRAM DIMMs support (system max. 32 GB)
Intel® HD Graphics Gen 7.5 supports DirectX 11.1, OpenCL 1.2 and
OpenGL 3.2
Full MPEG2, VC1, AVC Decode
Supports by IEI AC-KIT-892HD audio kit
UEFI BIOS
LAN1: Intel® I217LM PHY with Intel® AMT 9.0support
LAN2: Intel® I210 PCIe Ethernet controller with NC-SI support
Fintek F81866
IWDD
Watchdog Timer
Expansions
I/O Interface Connectors
Audio Connector
Chassis Intrusion
Digital I/O
Software programmable supports 1~2 55 sec. system reset
PCIe signal and PCI signal via golden finger
PCI signal by ITE IT8892 (PCIe-to-PCI bridge)
One PCIe Mini slot supports PCIe x1, USB devices and mSATA (co-lay
Infrared
IPMI 2.0
Keyboard and Mouse
LAN LEDs
Parallel Port
Serial ATA
Serial Ports
One iDP interface for HDMI, LVDS, VGA, DVI and DisplayPort (up to
3840 x 2160, 60 Hz)
Two RJ-45 GbE port s
One 4-pin smart fan connector (CPU fan)
One 4-pin smart fan connector (system fan)
One 14-pin header (power LED, HDD LED, IPMI LED, speaker, power
button, reset button)
One via 5-pin header
One iRIS module slot
One 6-pin wafer connector
Two2-pin headers for LAN1 LED and LAN2 LED (active)
One parallel port via internal 26-pin box header
Six SATA 6Gb/s connectors (support RAID 0, 1, 5, 10)
Four RS-232 via internal box headers
One RS-422/485 via internal 4-pin wafer connector
SMBus
TPM
USB Ports
Environmental and Power Specifications
Power Supply
Power Consumption
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One 4-pin wafer connector
One via 20-pin header
Two external USB 3.0 ports on rear IO
Two internal USB 3.0 ports by pin header
Four internal USB 2.0 ports by pin headers
Four internal USB 2.0 ports by pin headers on backplane
5V/12V, AT/ATX power supported
5V@3.55A , 12V@0.37A, Vcore_12V@7.61A, 3.3V@1.55A,
5VSB@0.13A (3.9 GHz Intel® Core™ i7-4770K CPU with four 4 GB
1333 MHz DDR3 memory)
Static electricity can destroy certain electronics. Make sure to follow the
ESD precautions to prevent damage to the product, and injury to the
user.
Make sure to adhere to the following guidelines:
Wear an anti-static wristband: Wearing an anti-static wristband can prevent
electrostatic discharge.
Self-grounding: Touch a grounded conductor every few minutes to discharge
any excess static buildup.
Use an anti-static pad: When configuring any circuit board, place it on an
anti-static mat.
Only handle the edges of the PCB: Don't touch the surface of the
motherboard. Hold the motherboard by the edges when handling.
2.2 Unpacking Precautions
When the PCIE-Q870-i2 is unpacked, please do the following:
Follow the antistatic guidelines above.
Make sure the packing box is facing upwards whe n opening.
Make sure all the packing list items are present.
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2.3 Packing List
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
PCIE-Q870-i2 was purchased from or contact an IEI sales
representative directly by sending an email to 33sales@ieiworld.com.
The PCIE-Q870-i2 is shipped with the following components:
Quantity Item and Part Number Image
1 PCIE-Q870-i2 CPU card
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2 SATA cable
(P/N: 32000-062800-RS)
1 Dual RS-232 cable
(P/N: 19800-000051-RS)
1 Dual-port USB cable with bracket
(P/N: 19800-003100-300-RS)
1 One Key Recovery CD
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Quantity Item and Part Number Image
1 Utility CD
1 Quick Installation Guide
Table 2-1: Packing List
2.4 Optional Items
The following are optional components which may be separately purchased:
Item and Part Number Image
iRIS-2400 module, IPMI 2.0 adapter card with AST2400
BMC chip for DDR3 SO-DIMM socket interface
(P/N:iRIS-2400-R10)
RS-422/485 cable, 200 mm
(P/N:32205-003800-300-RS)
Dual-port USB 3.0 cable with bracket
(P/N: 19800-010500-200-RS)
KB/MS cable with bracket
(P/N: 19800-000075-RS)
SAT A power cable
(P/N: 32102-000100-200-RS)
LPT cable
(P/N: 32200-015100-RS)
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Item and Part Number Image
7.1-channel HD audio kit with Realtek ALC892 audio
codec supporting dual audio stream
(P/N: AC-KIT-892HD-R10)
DisplayPort to HDMI converter board for IEI IDP connector
(P/N: DP-HDMI-R10)
DisplayPort to LVDS converter board for IEI IDP connector
(P/N: DP-LVDS-R10)
DisplayPort to VGA converter board for IEI IDP connector
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(P/N: DP-VGA-R10)
DisplayPort to DVI-D converter board for IEI IDP connector
(P/N: DP-DVI-R10)
DisplayPort to DisplayPort converter board for IEI iDP
connector
The infrared connector attaches to an infrared receiver for use with remote controls.
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Figure 3-13: Infrared Connector Location
Pin Description
1 +5V
2 NC
3 IRRX
4 GND
5 IRTX
Table 3-13: Infrared Connector Pinouts
3.2.13 iRIS Module Slot
CN Label: IPMI1
CN Type:
CN Location:
The iRIS module slot allows installation of the iRIS-2400 module.
iRIS module slot
Figure 3-14
See
Figure 3-14: iRIS Module Slot Location
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WARNING:
The iRIS module slot is designed to install the iRIS-2400 module only.
DO NOT install other modules into the iRIS module slot. Doing so may
cause damage to the PCIE-Q870-i2.
3.2.14 Keyboard and Mouse Connector
CN Label: KB_MS1
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
6-pin wafer
Figure 3-15
See
Table 3-14
See
The keyboard and mouse connector connects to a PS/2 Y-cable that can be connected to
a PS/2 keyboard and mouse.
Figure 3-15: Keyboard and Mouse Connector Location
Pin Description
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1 VCC
2 Mouse Data
3 Mouse Clock
4 Keyboard Data
5 Keyboard Clock
6 GND
15-pin Female
See Figure 3-28
See Figure 3-30 and Table 3-32
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The VGA connector connects to a monitor that accepts a standard VGA input.
Pin Description Pin Description
1 RED 2 GREEN
3 BLUE 4 NC
5 GND 6 GND
7 GND 8 GND
9 VCC 10 GND
11 NC 12 DDCDA
13 HSYNC 14 VSYNC
15 DDCCLK
Table 3-32: VGA Connector Pinouts
Figure 3-30: VGA Connector
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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
PCIE-Q870-i2 may result in permanent damage to the PCIE-Q870-i2
and severe injury to the user.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,
including the PCIE-Q870-i2. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore
critical that whenever the PCIE-Q870-i2 or any other electrical component is handled, the
following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
Wear an anti-static wristband: - Wearing a simple anti-static wristband can
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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 PCIE-Q870-i2, place it on an
antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the
PCIE-Q870-i2.
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 installation. All installation notices must
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be strictly adhered to. Failing to adhere to these precautions may lead
to severe damage and injury to the person performing the installation.
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WARNING:
The installation instructions described in this manual should be
carefully followed in order to prevent damage to the components and
injury to the user.
Before and during the installation please DO the following:
Read the user manual:
oThe user manual provides a complete description of the PCIE-Q870-i2
installation instructions and configuration options.
Wear an electrostatic discharge cuff (ESD):
oElectronic components are easily damaged by ESD. Wearing an ESD cuff
removes ESD from the body and helps prevent ESD damage.
Place the PCIE-Q870-i2 on an antistatic pad:
oWhen installing or configuring the motherboard, place it on an antistatic
pad. This helps to prevent potential ESD damage.
Turn all power to the PCIE-Q870-i2 off:
oWhen working with the PCIE-Q870-i2, 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 PCIE-Q870-i2, 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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4.2.1 Socket LGA1150 CPU Installation
WARNING:
CPUs are expensive and sensitive components. When installing the
CPU please be careful not to damage it in anyway. Make sure the CPU
is installed properly and ensure the correct cooling kit is properly
installed.
DO NOT touch the pins at the bottom of the CPU. When handling the
CPU, only hold it on the sides.
To install the CPU, follow the steps below.
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Step 1: Disengage the load lever by pressing the lever down and slightly outward to
clear the retention tab. Fully open the lever. See
Figure 4-1: Disengage the CPU Socket Load Lever
Step 2: Open the socket and remove the protective cover. The black protective
Figure 4-1.
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cover can be removed by pulling up on the tab labeled "Remove". See
Figure 4-2.
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Figure 4-2: Remove Protective Cover
Step 3: Inspect the CPU socket. Make sure there are no bent pins and make sure the
socket contacts are free of foreign material. If any debris is found, remove it with
compressed air.
Step 4: Orientate the CPU properly. The contact array should be facing the CPU
socket.
WARNING:
DO NOT touch the pins at the bottom of the CPU. When handling the
CPU, only hold it on the sides.
Step 5: Correctly position the CPU. Match the Pin 1 mark with the cut edge on the
CPU socket.
Step 6: Align the CPU pins. Locate pin 1 and the two orientation notches on the CPU.
Carefully match the two orientation notches on the CPU with the socket
alignment keys.
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Step 7: Insert the CPU. Gently insert the CPU into the socket. If the CPU pins are
properly aligned, the CPU should slide into the CPU socket smoothly. See
Figure 4-3.
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Figure 4-3: Insert the Socket LGA1150 CPU
Step 8: Close the CPU socket. Close the load plate and pull the load lever back a little
to have the load plate be able to secure to the knob. Engage the load lever by
pushing it back to its original position (
resistance, but will not require extreme pressure.
Figure 4-4). There will be some
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Figure 4-4: Close the Socket LGA1150
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Step 9: Connect the 12 V power to the board. Connect the 12 V power from the power
supply to the board. Step 0:
4.2.2 Socket LGA1150 Cooling Kit Installation
WARNING:
DO NOT attempt to install a push-pin cooling fan.
The pre-installed support bracket prevents the board from
bending and is ONLY compatible with captive screw type cooling
fans.
The cooling kit can be bought from IEI. The cooling kit has a heat sink and fan.
WARNING:
Do not wipe off (accidentally or otherwise) the pre-sprayed layer of
thermal paste on the bottom of the heat sink. The thermal paste
between the CPU and the heat sink is important for optimum heat
dissipation.
To install the cooling kit, follow the instructions below.
Step 1: A cooling kit bracket is pre -installed on the rear of the motherboard. See
4-5.
Figure
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Figure 4-5: Cooling Kit Support Bracket
Step 2: Place the cooling kit onto the socket LGA1150 CPU. Make sure the CPU
cable can be properly routed when the cooling kit is installed.
Step 3: Mount the cooling kit. Gently place the cooling kit on top of the CPU. Make
sure the four threaded screws on the corners of the cooling kit properly pass
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through the holes of the cooling kit bracket.
Step 4: Secure the cooling kit by fastening the four retention screws of the cooling kit.
Step 5: Connect the fan cable. Connect the cooling kit fan cable to the CPU fan
connector on the PCIE-Q870-i2. Carefully route the cable and avoid heat
generating chips and fan blades.Step 0:
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4.2.3 DIMM Installation
To install a DIMM, please follow the steps below and refer to Figure 4-6.
Figure 4-6: DIMM Installation
Step 1: Open the DIMM socket handles. Open the two handles outwards as far as
they can. See
Step 2: Align the DIMM with the socket. Align the DIMM so the notch on the memory
lines up with the notch on the memory socket. See
Step 3: Insert the DIMM. Once aligned, press down until the DIMM is properly seated.
Clip the two handles into place. See
Step 4: Removing a DIMM. To remove a DIMM, push both handles outward. The
memory module is ejected by a mechanism in the socket.Step 0:
Figure 4-6.
Figure 4-6.
Figure 4-6.
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4.3 System Configuration
The system configuration should be performed before installation.
4.3.1 AT/ATX Power Mode Setting
The AT and ATX power mode selection is made through the AT/ATX power mode switch
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which is shown in
Figure 4-7: AT/ATX Power Mode Switch Location
Figure 4-7.
Setting Description
1-2 (down) ATX power mode (default)
2-3 (up) AT power mode
Table 4-1: AT/ATX Power Mode Switch Settings
4.3.2 Clear CMOS Button
To reset the BIOS, remove the on-board battery and press the clear CMOS button for
three seconds or more. The clear CMOS button location is shown in
Figure 4-8: Clear CMOS Button Location
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Figure 4-8.
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4.3.3 Flash Descriptor Security Override
The Flash Descriptor Security Override jumper specifies whether to override the flash
descriptor.
Setting Description
Short 1-2 No override (default)
Short 2-3 Override
The jumper configures the PCIe Mini slot (CN4) to automatically detect mSATA device or
to force mSATA to be enabled.
Setting Description
Open Auto-detect mSATA device (default)
Short 1-2 Enable mSATA
Table 4-3: mSATA Mode Selection Jumper Settings
Figure 4-10: mSATA Mode Selection Jumper Location
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4.3.5 PCIe x16 Interface Setup
The PCIE-Q870-i2 supports one PCIe x16 interface on the backplane. The PCIe x16
interface setup is made through the BIOS menu in “Chipset Æ PCH-IO Configuration”.
Use the PCIEX16 Power BIOS option to configure the PCIe x16 channel mode.
Options Description
1 x16 PCIE Sets the PCIe x16 slot as one PCIe x16. (default)
2 x8 PCIE Sets the PCIe x16 slot as two PCIe x8
1 x8, 2 x4 PCIE Sets the PCIe x16 slot as one PCIe x8 or two PCIe x4
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Table 4-4: PCIe x16 Interface Setup
Please refer to Section 5.4.1 for detailed information.
4.3.6 USB Power Selection
The USB power selection is made through the BIOS menu in “Chipset Æ PCH-IO
Configuration”. Use the USB SW1 Power and the USB SW2 Power BIOS options to
configure the correspondent USB ports (see
the USB power source.
BIOS Options Configured USB Ports
USB SW1 Power
USB SW2 Power
Table 4-5) and refer to Table 4-6 to select
CN5 (external USB 3.0 port)
CN6 (external USB 3.0 port)
USB1 (internal USB 2.0 ports)
USB2 (internal USB 2.0 ports)
CN7 (internal USB 3.0 ports)
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Table 4-5: BIOS Options and Configured USB Ports
Options Description
+5V DUAL +5V dual (default)
+5V +5V
Table 4-6: USB Power Source Setup
Please refer to Section 5.4.1 for detailed information.
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4.4 Chassis Installation
4.4.1 Airflow
WARNING:
Airflow is critical to the cooling of the CPU and other onboard
components. The chassis in which the PCIE-Q870-i2 must have air
vents to allow cool air to move into the system and hot air to move out.
The PCIE-Q870-i2 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.
4.4.2 CPU Card Installation
To install the CPU card onto the backplane, carefully align the CPU card edge connector
with the CPU card socket on the backplane. To do this, please refer to the reference
material that came with the backplane. Next, secure the CPU card to the chassis. To do
this, please refer to the reference material that came with the chassis.
4.5 Internal Peripheral Device Connections
This section outlines the installation of peripheral devices to the onboard connectors.
4.5.1 Dual RS-232 Cable with Slot Bracket
The dual RS-232 cable slot connector consists of two connectors attached to two
independent cables. Each cable is then attached to a D-sub 9 male connector that is
mounted onto a slot. To install the dual RS-232 cable, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the connectors. The locations of the RS-232 connectors are sho wn in
Chapter 3.
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Step 2: Insert the cable connectors. Insert one connector into each serial port box
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headers (
connector can only be installed in one direction.
Figure 4-11: Dual RS-232 Cable Installation
Figure 4-11). A key on the front of the cable connectors ensures the
Step 3: Secure the bracket. The dual RS-232 connector has two D-sub 9 male
connectors secured on a bracket. To secure the bracket to the chassis please
refer to the reference material that came with the chassis.
4.5.2 iRIS Module Installation
WARNING:
The iRIS module slot is designed to install the iRIS-2400 module only.
DO NOT install other modules into the iRIS module slot. Doing so may
cause damage to the PCIE-Q870-i2.
To install the iRIS-2400 module, please follow the steps below and refer to Figure 4-12.
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Figure 4-12: iRIS Module Installation
Step 1: Locate the iRIS module slot. Place the PCIE-Q870-i2 on an anti-static pad.
Step 2: Align the iRIS-2400 module with the iRIS module slot. Align the notch on the
module with the notch on the iRIS module slot.
Step 3: Insert the iRIS-2400 module. Push the module in at a 20º angle (
Step 4: Seat the iRIS-2400 module. Gently push downwards and the arms clip into
place (
Figure 4-12). Step 0:
Figure 4-12).
NOTE:
After installing the iRIS-2400 module, use LAN2 port to establish a
network connection. Please refer to Section
procedures.
4.8 for IPMI setup
4.5.3 SATA Drive Connection
The PCIE-Q870-i2 is shipped with two SATA drive cables. 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.
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Step 2: Insert the cable connector. Insert the cable connector into the on-board SATA
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drive connector until it clips into place. See
Figure 4-13.
Figure 4-13: SATA Drive Cable Connection
Step 3: Connect the cable to the SATA 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 SAT A power cable. Connect the SAT A power connector to the
back of the SATA drive. See
Figure 4-14. Step 0:
Figure 4-14.
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Figure 4-14: SATA Power Drive Connection
4.5.4 USB Cable (Dual Port) with Slot Bracket
The PCIE-Q870-i2 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:
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
each cable connector with pin 1 on the PCIE-Q870-i2 USB connector.
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Step 3: Insert the cable connectors.Once the cable connectors are properly aligned
with the USB connectors on the PCIE-Q870-i2, connect the cable connectors to
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the on-board connectors. See
Figure 4-15.
Figure 4-15: Dual USB Cable Connection
Step 4: Attach the bracket to the chassis. The USB 2.0 connectors are attached to a
bracket. To secure the bracket to the chassis please refer to the installation
instructions that came with the chassis.Step 0:
4.5.5 PCIe Mini Card Installation
To install a PCIe Mini card, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the PCIe Mini card slot. The location of the PCIe Mini card slot is
shown in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Remove the retention screws. Remove the two retention screws secured on
the motherboard as shown in
8Figure 4-16.
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Figure 4-16: Remove the Retention Screws for the PCIe Mini Card
Step 3: Insert into the socket at an angle. Line up the notch on the card with the notch
on the connector. Slide the PCIe Mini card into the socket at an angle of about
8Figure 4-17).
20º (
Figure 4-17: Insert the PCIe Mini Card into the Socket at an Angle
Step 4: Secure the PCIe Mini card. Secure the PCIe Mini card with the retention
screws previously removed (
9Figure 4-18). Step 0:
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Figure 4-18: Secure the PCIe Mini Card
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4.6 External Peripheral Interface Connection
This section describes connecting devices to the external connectors on the
PCIE-Q870-i2.
4.6.1 LAN Connection
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 connecto rs are shown
in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the RJ-45 connector on the LAN cable with one of
the RJ-45 connectors on the PCIE-Q870-i2. See
Figure 4-19.
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Figure 4-19: LAN Connection
Step 3: Insert the LAN cable RJ-45 connector. Once aligned, gently insert the LAN
cable RJ-45 connector into the on-board RJ-45 connector. Step 0:
4.6.2 USB Device Connection (Single Connector)
There are two external USB 3.0 connectors. Both connectors are perpendicular to the
PCIE-Q870-i2. To connect a USB device, please follow the instructions below.
Step 1: Located the USB connectors. The locations of the USB conne ctors are shown
in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the USB device connector with one of the
connectors on the PCIE-Q870-i2. See
Figure 4-20.
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Figure 4-20: USB Device Connection
Step 3: Insert the device connector. Once aligned, gently insert the USB device
connector into the on-board connector. Step 0:
4.6.3 VGA Monitor Connection
The PCIE-Q870-i2 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 PCIE-Q870-i2, 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.
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Step 3: Insert the VGA connector. Once the conne ctors are prop erly aligned with the
insert the male connector from the VGA screen into the female connector on the
PCIE-Q870-i2. See
Figure 4-21.
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Figure 4-21: 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:
4.7 Intel® AMT Setup Procedure
The PCIE-Q870-i2 is featured with the Intel® Active Management Technology (AMT). To
enable the Intel® AMT function, follow the steps below.
Step 1: Make sure the DIMM socket is installed with one DDR3 memory.
Step 2: Connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector labeled LAN1.
Step 3: The AMI BIOS options regarding the Intel® ME or Intel® AMT must be enabled,
Step 4: Properly install the Intel® Management Engine Components drivers from the
iAMT Driver & Utility directory in the driver CD. See Section
6.8.
Step 5: Configure the Intel® Management Engine BIOS extension (MEBx). To get into
the Intel® MEBx settings, press <Ctrl+P> after a single beep during boot-up
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process. Enter the Intel® current ME password as it requires (the Intel® default
password is admin).Step 0:
NOTE:
To change the password, enter a new password following the strong
password rule (containing at least one upper case letter, one lower
case letter, one digit and one special character, and be at least eight
characters).
4.8 IPMI Setup Procedure
The PCIE-Q870-i2 features Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) that helps
lower the overall costs of server management by enabling users to maximize IT resources,
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save time and manage multiple systems. The PCIE-Q870-i2 supports IPMI 2.0 through
the optional iRIS-2400 module. Follow the steps below to setup IPMI.
4.8.1 Managed System Hardware Setup
The hardware configuration of the managed system (PCIE-Q870-i2) is described below.
Step 1: Install an iRIS-2400 module to the IPMI module socket (refer to Section
Step 2: Make sure at least one DDR3 DIMM is installed in one of the DIMM sockets. If
multiple DIMMs are installed, all of the DIMMs must be same size, same speed
and same brand to get the best performance.
Step 3: Connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector labeled LAN2 (
Figure 3-28).
4.8.2 Using the IEI iMAN Web GUI
To manage a client system from a remote console using IEI iMAN Web GUI, follow the
steps below.
4.5.2).
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Step 1: Obtain the IP address of the managed system. It is recommended to use the
IPMI Tool on the managed system to obtain the IP address. To use IPMI Tool to
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obtain IP address, follow the steps bel ow:
a. Copy the Ipmitool.exe file to a bootable USB flash drive.
b. Insert the USB flash drive to the PCIE-Q870-i2
c. The PCIE-Q870-i2 boots from the USB flash drive
d. Enter the following command: ipmitool 20 30 02 01 03 00 00
(there is a space between each two-digit number)
e. A serial of number shows. The last four two-digit hexadecimal numbers are
the IP address. Convert the hexadecimal numbers to decimal numbers.
Step 2: On the remote management console, open a web browser. Enter the managed
system IP address in the web browser (
Figure 4-22: IEI iMAN Web Address
Step 3: The login page appears in the web browser.
Step 4: Enter the user name and password to login the system. The default login
username and password are:
-Username: admin
-Password: admin
Step 5: Press the login button to login the system.
Step 6: The IEI iMAN Web Interface appears. Step 0:
Figure 4-22).
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Figure 4-23: IEI iMAN Web GUI
NOTE:
To understand how to use the IEI iMAN Web GUI, please refer to the
iRIS-2400 Web GUI user manual in the utility CD came with the
PCIE-Q870-i2. The user manual describes each function in detail.
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Chapter
5
5 BIOS
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5.1 Introduction
The BIOS is programmed onto the BIOS chip. The BIOS setup program allows changes to
certain system settings. This chapter outlines the options that can be changed.
NOTE:
Some of the BIOS options may vary throughout the life cycle of the
product and are subject to change without prior notice.
5.1.1 Starting Setup
The UEFI BIOS is activated when the computer is turned on. The setup program can be
activated in one of two ways.
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1. Press the DEL or F2 key as soon as the system is turned on or
2. Press the DEL or F2 key when the “Press DEL or F2 to enter SETUP”
message appears on the screen.
If the message disappears before the DEL or F2 key is pressed, restart the computer and
try again.
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 in
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
Table 5-1.
SC to quit. Navigation
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Right arrow Move to the item on the right hand side
+ Increase the numeric value or make changes
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Key Function
- Decrease the numeric value or make changes
Page Up Move to the previous page
Page Dn Move to the next page
Esc Main Men u – Quit and not save changes into CMOS
Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu -Exit current page and return to Main Menu
F1 General help, only for St atus Page Setup Menu and Option
Page Setup Menu
F2 Load previous values
F3 Load optimized defaults
F4 Save changes and Exit BIOS
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
possible selections for the highlighted item appears. To exit the Help Window press E
the F1 key again.
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 clear CMOS button described in Chapter 4.
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.
SC or
Advanced – Changes the advanced system settings.
Chipset – Changes the chipset settings.
Boot – Changes the system boot configuration.
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Security – Sets User and Supervisor Passwords.
Save & 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 (BIOS Menu 1) appears when the BIOS Setup program is entered.
The Main menu gives an overview of the basic system information.
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Main Advanced Chipset Boot SecuritySave & Exit
BIOS Information
BIOS Vendor American Megatrends
Core Version 4.6.5.4
Compliancy UEFI 2.3.1; PI 1.2
Project Version B273AR10.ROM
Build Date and Time 11/25/2013 11:53:40
iWDD Vendor ICP
iWDD Version B273ER12.bin
Processor Information
Name Haswell
Brand String Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-477
Frequency 3500 MHz
Processor ID 306c3
Stepping C0
Number of Processors 4Core(s) / 8Thread(s)
Microcode Revision 7
GT Info GT3 (700 MHz)
IGFX VBIOS Version 2178
Memory RC Version 1.6.2.1
Total Memory 4096 MB (DDR3)
Memory Frequency 1333 MHz
PCH Information
Name LynxPoint
PCH SKU Q87
Stepping 05/C2
LAN PHY Revision A3
ME FW Version 9.0.22.1467
ME Firmware SKU 5MB
SPI Clock Frequency
DOFR Support Supported
Read Status Clock Frequnecy 50 MHz
Write Status Clock Frequnecy 50 MHz
Fast Read Status Clock Frequnecy 50 MHz
System Date [Thu 12/05/2013]
System Time [15:10:27]
Access Level Administrator
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Set the Date. Use Tab to
switch between Data
elements.
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: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
BIOS Menu 1: Main
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ÎSy stem Overview
The system overview lists a brief summary of the BIOS. The fields in system overview
cannot be changed. The items shown in the system overview include:
BIOS Information
Processor Information
Memory Information
PCH Information
SPI Clock Frequency
The Main menu has two user configurable fields:
ÎSy stem Date [xx/xx/xx]
Use the System Date option to set the system date. Manually enter the day, month and
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year.
ÎSy stem Time [xx:xx:xx]
Use the System Time option to set the system time. Manually enter the hours, minutes
and seconds.
5.3 Advanced
Use the Advanced menu (BIOS Menu 2) to configure the CPU and peripheral devices
through the following sub-menus:
WARNING!
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.
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Main Advanced Chipset Boot SecuritySave & Exit
> ACPI Settings
> RTC Wake Settings
> Trusted Computing
> CPU Configuration
> SATA Configuration
> Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology
> AMT Configuration
> USB Configuration
> F81866 Super IO Configuration
> F81866 H/M Monitor
> Serial Port Console Redirection
> iEi Feature
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BIOS Menu 2: Advanced
System ACPI Parameters
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↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
: Select Screen
5.3.1 ACPI Settings
The ACPI Settings menu (BIOS Menu 3) configures the Advanced Configuration and
Power Interface (ACPI) options.
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Advanced
ACPI Settings
ACPI Sleep State [S1 only(CPU Stop C ...]
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elect ACPI sleep state
the system will enter
when the SUSPEND button
is pressed.
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: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
BIOS Menu 3: ACPI Configuration
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ÎACPI Sleep State [S1 only (CPU S top Clock)]
Use the ACPI Sleep State option to specify the sleep state the system enters when it is
not being used.
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Î
Suspend Disabled
Î
S1 only (CPU Stop
Clock)
Î
S3 only (Suspend
to RAM)
DEFAULT
The system enters S1(POS) sleep state. The
system appears off. The CPU is stopped; RAM is
refreshed; the system is running in a low power
mode.
The caches are flushed and the CPU is powered
off. Power to the RAM is maintained. The
computer returns slower to a working state, but
more power is saved.
5.3.2 RTC Wake Settings
The RTC Wake Settings menu (BIOS Menu 4) enables the system to wake at the
specified time.
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Advanced
Wake system with Fixed Time [Disabled]
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nable or disable System
ake on alarm event. When
enabled, System will
wake on the
date::hr::min::sec
specified
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: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
BIOS Menu 4: RTC Wake Settings
ÎWake system with Fixed Time [Disabled]
Use the Wake system with Fixed Time option to enable or disable the system wake on
alarm event.
Î
Disabled D
Î
Enabled
EFAULT
The real time clock (RTC) cannot generate a wake
event
If selected, the Wake up every day option appears
allowing you to enable to disable the system to wake
every day at the specified time. Besides, the
following options appear with values that can be
selected:
Wake up date
Wake up hour
W ake up minute
Wake up second
After setting the alarm, the computer turns itself on
from a suspend state when the alarm goes off.
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5.3.3 Trusted Computing
Use the Trusted Computing menu (BIOS Menu 5) to configure settings related to the
Trusted Computing Group (TCG) Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
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Advanced
Configuration
Security Device Support [Disable]
Current Status Information
NO Security Device Found
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Enables or Disables BIOS
support for security
device. O.S. will not
show Security Device.
TCG EFI protocol and
NT1A interface will not
be available.
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: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
BIOS Menu 5: Trusted Computing
ÎSecurity Device Support [Disable]
Use the Security Device Support option to configure support for the TPM.
Î
Disable DEFAULT
Î
Enable
TPM support is disabled.
TPM support is enabled.
5.3.4 CPU Configuration
Use the CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 6) to view detailed CPU specifications or
enable the Intel Virtualization Technology.
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Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
CPU Configuration
Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-4770S CPU @ 3.10GHz
CPU Signature 306c2
Processor Family 6
Microcode Patch 7
Max CPU Speed 3100 MHz
Min CPU Speed 800 MHz
CPU Speed 3500 MHz
Processor Cores 4
Intel HT Technology Supported
Intel VT-x Technology Supported
Intel SMX Technology Supported
64-bit Supported
EIST Technology Supported
CPU C3 state Supported
CPU C6 state Supported
CPU C7 state Supported
L1 Data Cache 32 kB x 4
L1 Code Cache 32 kB x 4
L2 Cache 256 kB x 4
L3 Cache 8192 kB
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hen enabled, a VMM can
utilize the additional
hardware capabilities
provided by Vanderpool
Technology
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: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Optimized Defaults
F4: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
BIOS Menu 6: CPU Configuration
ÎHyper-thre ading [Enabled]
Use the Hyper-threading BIOS option to enable or disable the Intel Hyper-Threading
Technology.
Î
Disabled
Î
Enabled DEFAULT
ÎIntel Virtualization Technology [Disabled]
Use the Intel Virtualization Technology option to enable or disable virtualization on the
system. When combined with third party software, Intel® Virtualization technology allows
several OSs to run on the same system at the same time.
Disables the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology.
Enables the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology.