IEI Integration PCIE-Q870-i2 User Manual

PCIE-Q870-i2 PICMG 1.3 CPU Card
MODEL:
PCIE-Q870-i2
Full-Size PICMG 1.3 CPU Card Supports LGA1150 Intel
Core™ i7/i5/i3, Pentium® or Celeron® CPU, Intel® Q87 Chipset,
DDR3, VGA, iDP, Dual Intel® PCIe GbE, SATA 6Gb/s, PCIe Mini,
mSATA, RS-232, HD Audio, iRIS-2400 and RoHS
User Manual
Rev. 1.02 – 24 April, 2014
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Revision
Date Version Changes
24 April, 2014 1.02 Modified LAN pinouts
Updated Chapter
24 March, 2014 1.01 Deleted I2C information
Updated Section
14 January, 2014 1.00 Initial release
2: Packing List
2.4: Optional Items
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................... 2
1.2 FEATURES................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 CONNECTORS ............................................................................................................. 4
1.4 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................... 5
1.5 DATA FLOW................................................................................................................ 6
1.6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................... 7
2 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 10
2.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................11
2.2 UNPACKING PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................11
2.3 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 12
2.4 OPTIONAL ITEMS...................................................................................................... 13
3 CONNECTORS ........................................................................................................... 16
3.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 17
3.1.1 PCIE-Q870-i2 Layout...................................................................................... 17
3.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors ..................................................................... 18
3.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors............................................................... 19
3.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS ...................................................................... 20
3.2.1 +12V ATX Power Supply Connector ............................................................... 20
3.2.2 Audio Kit Connector........................................................................................ 20
3.2.3 Battery Connector............................................................................................ 21
3.2.4 Chassis Intrusion Connector............................................................................ 22
3.2.5 DDR3 DIMM Slots........................................................................................... 23
3.2.6 Digital I/O Connector...................................................................................... 23
3.2.7 EC Debug Connector....................................................................................... 24
3.2.8 Fan Connector (CPU)...................................................................................... 25
3.2.9 Fan Connector (System) .................................................................................. 26
3.2.10 Front Panel Connector.................................................................................. 26
3.2.11 Internal DisplayPort Connector..................................................................... 27
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3.2.12 Infrared Interface Connector......................................................................... 28
3.2.13 iRIS Module Slot............................................................................................ 29
3.2.14 Keyboard and Mouse Connector................................................................... 30
3.2.15 LAN LED Connectors.................................................................................... 31
3.2.16 Parallel Port Connector ................................................................................ 31
3.2.17 PCIe Mini Card Slot ...................................................................................... 33
3.2.18 SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connector ........................................................................ 34
3.2.19 Serial Port Connectors, RS-232..................................................................... 35
3.2.20 Serial Port Connector, RS-422/485................................................................ 36
3.2.21 SMBus Connector .......................................................................................... 37
3.2.22 SPI Flash Connector...................................................................................... 38
3.2.23 SPI Flash Connector, EC............................................................................... 38
3.2.24 TPM Connector.............................................................................................. 39
3.2.25 USB 2.0 Connectors....................................................................................... 40
3.2.26 USB 3.0 Connector ........................................................................................ 41
3.3 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTOR PANEL ......................................... 42
3.3.1 Ethernet Connectors ........................................................................................ 42
3.3.2 USB 3.0 Connectors......................................................................................... 43
3.3.3 VGA Connector................................................................................................ 43
4 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 45
4.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 46
4.2 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS.............................................................................. 46
4.2.1 Socket LGA1150 CPU Installation .................................................................. 48
4.2.2 Socket LGA1150 Cooling Kit Installation........................................................ 51
4.2.3 DIMM Installation........................................................................................... 53
4.3 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION......................................................................................... 54
4.3.1 AT/ATX Power Mode Setting ........................................................................... 54
4.3.2 Clear CMOS Button......................................................................................... 54
4.3.3 Flash Descriptor Security Override................................................................. 55
4.3.4 mSATA Mode Selection .................................................................................... 55
4.3.5 PCIe x16 Interface Setup................................................................................. 56
4.3.6 USB Power Selection....................................................................................... 56
4.4 CHASSIS INSTALLATION............................................................................................ 57
4.4.1 Airflow.............................................................................................................. 57
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4.4.2 CPU Card Installation..................................................................................... 57
4.5 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL DEVICE CONNECTIONS........................................................ 57
4.5.1 Dual RS-232 Cable with Slot Bracket.............................................................. 57
4.5.2 iRIS Module Installation.................................................................................. 58
4.5.3 SATA Drive Connection ................................................................................... 59
4.5.4 USB Cable (Dual Port) with Slot Bracket ....................................................... 61
4.5.5 PCIe Mini Card Installation............................................................................ 62
4.6 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTION ................................................... 64
4.6.1 LAN Connection............................................................................................... 64
4.6.2 USB Device Connection (Single Connector)................................................... 65
4.6.3 VGA Monitor Connection ................................................................................ 66
4.7 INTEL
®
AMT SETUP PROCEDURE............................................................................. 67
4.8 IPMI SETUP PROCEDURE ......................................................................................... 68
4.8.1 Managed System Hardware Setup ................................................................... 68
4.8.2 Using the IEI iMAN Web GUI.......................................................................... 68
5 BIOS.............................................................................................................................. 71
5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 72
5.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 72
5.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 72
5.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 73
5.1.4 Unable to Reboot after Configuration Changes.............................................. 73
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar................................................................................................ 73
5.2 MAIN........................................................................................................................ 75
5.3 ADVANCED............................................................................................................... 76
5.3.1 ACPI Settings................................................................................................... 77
5.3.2 RTC Wake Settings........................................................................................... 78
5.3.3 T rusted Computing........................................................................................... 80
5.3.4 CPU Configuration.......................................................................................... 80
5.3.5 SATA Configuration.......................................................................................... 82
5.3.6 Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology....................................................................... 83
5.3.7 AMT Configuration.......................................................................................... 84
5.3.8 USB Configuration........................................................................................... 85
5.3.9 F81866 Super IO Configuration...................................................................... 86
5.3.9.1 Serial Port n Configuration....................................................................... 87
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5.3.9.2 Parallel Port Configuration....................................................................... 91
5.3.10 F81866 H/W Monitor..................................................................................... 93
5.3.10.1 Smart Fan Mode Configuration.............................................................. 94
5.3.11 Serial Port Console Redirection..................................................................... 95
5.3.12 iEi Feature..................................................................................................... 98
5.4 CHIPSET ................................................................................................................... 99
5.4.1 PCH-IO Configuration .................................................................................. 100
5.4.1.1 PCI Express Configuration..................................................................... 102
5.4.1.2 PCH Azalia Configuration...................................................................... 103
5.4.2 System Agent (SA) Configuration .................................................................. 104
5.4.2.1 Graphics Configuration........................................................................... 105
5.4.2.2 NB PCIe Configuration........................................................................... 108
5.4.2.3 Memory Configuration ........................................................................... 109
5.5 BOOT.......................................................................................................................110
5.6 SECURITY................................................................................................................112
5.7 SAVE & EXIT ...........................................................................................................113
6 SOFTWARE DRIVERS.............................................................................................115
6.1 AVAILABLE SOFTWARE DRIVERS .............................................................................116
6.2 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION .......................................................................................116
6.3 CHIPSET DRIVER INSTALLATION..............................................................................118
6.4 GRAPHICS DRIVER INSTALLATION.......................................................................... 121
6.5 LAN DRIVER INSTALLATION.................................................................................. 124
6.6 USB 3.0 DRIVER INSTALLATION ............................................................................ 128
6.7 AUDIO DRIVER INSTALLATION ............................................................................... 131
6.8 INTEL® AMT DRIVER INSTALLATION .................................................................... 133
A BIOS OPTIONS ........................................................................................................ 137
B ONE KEY RECOVERY........................................................................................... 141
B.1 ONE KEY RECOVERY INTRODUCTION.................................................................... 142
B.1.1 System Requirement....................................................................................... 143
B.1.2 Supported Operating System......................................................................... 144
B.2 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR WINDOWS........................................................................ 145
B.2.1 Hardware and BIOS Setup ............................................................................ 146
B.2.2 Create Partitions........................................................................................... 146
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B.2.3 Install Operating System, Drivers and Applications..................................... 150
B.2.4 Build-up Recovery Partition.......................................................................... 151
B.2.5 Create Factory Default Image....................................................................... 153
B.3 AUTO RECOVERY SETUP PROCEDURE.................................................................... 158
B.4 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR LINUX.............................................................................. 163
B.5 RECOVERY TOOL FUNCTIONS ................................................................................ 166
B.5.1 Factory Restore............................................................................................. 168
B.5.2 Backup System............................................................................................... 169
B.5.3 Restore Your Last Backup.............................................................................. 170
B.5.4 Manual........................................................................................................... 171
B.6 RESTORE SYSTEMS FROM A LINUX SERVER THROUGH LAN.................................. 172
B.6.1 Configure DHCP Server Settings.................................................................. 173
B.6.2 Configure TFTP Settings............................................................................... 174
B.6.3 Configure One Key Recovery Server Settings............................................... 175
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B.6.4 Start the DHCP, TFTP and HTTP................................................................. 176
B.6.5 Create Shared Directory................................................................................ 176
B.6.6 Setup a Client System for Auto Recovery...................................................... 177
B.7 OTHER INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 180
B.7.1 Using AHCI Mode or ALi M5283 / VIA VT6421A Controller....................... 180
B.7.2 System Memory Requirement ........................................................................ 182
C TERMINOLOGY ..................................................................................................... 183
D DIGITAL I/O INTERFACE..................................................................................... 187
D.1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................... 188
D.2 DIO CONNECTOR PINOUTS ................................................................................... 188
D.3 ASSEMBLY LANGUAGE SAMPLES........................................................................... 188
D.3.1 Enable the DIO Input Function .................................................................... 188
D.3.2 Enable the DIO Output Function.................................................................. 189
E WATCHDOG TIMER............................................................................................... 190
F INTEL® MATRIX STORAGE MANAGER.......................................................... 193
F.1 INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................... 194
F.1.1 Precautions .................................................................................................... 194
F.2 FEATURES AND BENEFITS ....................................................................................... 195
F.3 ACCESSING THE INTEL® MATRIX STORAGE MANAGER.......................................... 195
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F.4 INSTALLING THE OPERATING SYSTEM TO THE RAID ARRAY .................................. 196
G HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE....................................................... 197
G.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ..................................... 198
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: PCIE-Q870-i2................................................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Connectors ..................................................................................................................4
Figure 1-3: PCIE-Q870-i2 Dimensions (mm) ................................................................................5
Figure 1-4: Data Flow Diagram......................................................................................................6
Figure 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors .............................................................................17
Figure 3-2: ATX Power Connector Pinout Location..................................................................20
Figure 3-3: Audio Connector Location.......................................................................................21
Figure 3-4: Battery Connector Location.....................................................................................22
Figure 3-5: Chassis Intrusion Connector Location...................................................................22
Figure 3-6: DDR3 DIMM Slot Locations......................................................................................23
Figure 3-7: Digital I/O Connector Location ................................................................................23
Figure 3-8: EC Debug Connector Location................................................................................24
Figure 3-9: CPU Fan Connector Location..................................................................................25
Figure 3-10: System Fan Connector Location...........................................................................26
Figure 3-11: Front Panel Connector Location ...........................................................................27
Figure 3-12: Internal DisplayPort Connector Location.............................................................28
Figure 3-13: Infrared Connector Location..................................................................................29
Figure 3-14: iRIS Module Slot Location......................................................................................29
Figure 3-15: Keyboard and Mouse Connector Location...........................................................30
Figure 3-16: LAN LED Connector Locations .............................................................................31
Figure 3-17: Parallel Port Connector Location..........................................................................32
Figure 3-18: PCIe Mini Card Slot Location.................................................................................33
Figure 3-19: SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connector Location................................................................34
Figure 3-20: Serial Port Connector Location.............................................................................35
Figure 3-21: RS-422/485 Connector Location............................................................................36
Figure 3-22: SMBus Connector Location...................................................................................37
Figure 3-23: SPI Flash Connector Location...............................................................................38
Figure 3-24: SPI EC Flash Connector Location.........................................................................39
Figure 3-25: TPM Connector Location........................................................................................39
Figure 3-26: USB 2.0 Connector Pinout Locations...................................................................40
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Figure 3-27: USB 3.0 Connector Location .................................................................................41
Figure 3-28: External Peripheral Interface Connector..............................................................42
Figure 3-29: Ethernet Connector.................................................................................................42
Figure 3-30: VGA Connector .......................................................................................................44
Figure 4-1: Disengage the CPU Socket Load Lever..................................................................48
Figure 4-2: Remove Protective Cover.........................................................................................49
Figure 4-3: Insert the Socket LGA1150 CPU..............................................................................50
Figure 4-4: Close the Socket LGA1150 ......................................................................................50
Figure 4-5: Cooling Kit Support Bracket....................................................................................52
Figure 4-6: DIMM Installation.......................................................................................................53
Figure 4-7: AT/ATX Power Mode Switch Location....................................................................54
Figure 4-8: Clear CMOS Button Location...................................................................................54
Figure 4-9: Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper Location ..........................................55
Figure 4-10: mSATA Mode Selection Jumper Location............................................................55
Figure 4-11: Dual RS-232 Cable Installation..............................................................................58
Figure 4-12: iRIS Module Installation..........................................................................................59
Figure 4-13: SATA Drive Cable Connection...............................................................................60
Figure 4-14: SATA Power Drive Connection..............................................................................61
Figure 4-15: Dual USB Cable Connection..................................................................................62
Figure 4-16: Remove the Retention Screws for the PCIe Mini Card........................................63
Figure 4-17: Insert the PCIe Mini Card into the Socket at an Angle........................................63
Figure 4-18: Secure the PCIe Mini Card .....................................................................................64
Figure 4-19: LAN Connection......................................................................................................65
Figure 4-20: USB Device Connection.........................................................................................66
Figure 4-21: VGA Connector .......................................................................................................67
Figure 4-22: IEI iMAN Web Address............................................................................................69
Figure 4-23: IEI iMAN Web GUI....................................................................................................70
Figure 6-1: Introduction Screen............................................................................................... 117
Figure 6-2: Available Drivers.................................................................................................... 117
Figure 6-3: Chipset Driver Welcome Screen........................................................................... 118
Figure 6-4: Chipset Driver License Agreement...................................................................... 119
Figure 6-5: Chipset Driver Read Me File ................................................................................. 119
Figure 6-6: Chipset Driver Setup Operations ......................................................................... 120
Figure 6-7: Chipset Driver Installation Finish Screen............................................................ 120
Figure 6-8: Graphics Driver Welcome Screen........................................................................ 121
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Figure 6-9: Graphics Driver License Agreement.................................................................... 122
Figure 6-10: Graphics Driver Read Me File............................................................................. 122
Figure 6-11: Graphics Driver Setup Operations..................................................................... 123
Figure 6-12: Graphics Driver Installation Finish Screen ....................................................... 123
Figure 6-13: Intel® Network Connection Menu....................................................................... 124
Figure 6-14: LAN Driver Welcome Screen .............................................................................. 125
Figure 6-15: LAN Driver License Agreement.......................................................................... 125
Figure 6-16: LAN Driver Setup Options................................................................................... 126
Figure 6-17: LAN Driver Installation ........................................................................................ 127
Figure 6-18: LAN Driver Installation Complete....................................................................... 127
Figure 6-19: USB 3.0 Driver Welcome Screen........................................................................ 128
Figure 6-20: USB 3.0 Driver License Agreement.................................................................... 129
Figure 6-21: USB 3.0 Driver Read Me File............................................................................... 129
Figure 6-22: USB 3.0 Driver Setup Operations....................................................................... 130
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Figure 6-23: USB 3.0 Driver Installation Finish Screen ......................................................... 131
Figure 6-24: InstallShield Wizard Welcome Screen............................................................... 132
Figure 6-25: Audio Driver Software Configuration................................................................. 132
Figure 6-26: Restart the Computer .......................................................................................... 133
Figure 6-27: Intel® ME Driver Welcome Screen ..................................................................... 134
Figure 6-28: Intel® ME Driver License Agreement................................................................. 135
Figure 6-29: Intel® ME Driver Setup Operations.................................................................... 135
Figure 6-30: Intel® ME Driver Installation Finish Screen ...................................................... 136
Figure B-1: IEI One Key Recovery Tool Menu........................................................................ 142
Figure B-2: Launching the Recovery Tool.............................................................................. 147
Figure B-3: Recovery Tool Setup Menu .................................................................................. 147
Figure B-4: Command Mode..................................................................................................... 148
Figure B-5: Partition Creation Commands.............................................................................. 149
Figure B-6: Launching the Recovery Tool.............................................................................. 151
Figure B-7: Manual Recovery Environment for Windows..................................................... 151
Figure B-8: Building the Recovery Partition........................................................................... 152
Figure B-9: Press Any Key to Continue.................................................................................. 152
Figure B-10: Press F3 to Boot into Recovery Mode............................................................... 153
Figure B-11: Recovery Tool Menu ........................................................................................... 153
Figure B-12: About Symantec Ghost Window........................................................................ 154
Figure B-13: Symantec Ghost Path ......................................................................................... 154
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Figure B-14: Select a Local Source Drive ............................................................................... 155
Figure B-15: Select a Source Partition from Basic Drive ...................................................... 155
Figure B-16: File Name to Copy Image to ............................................................................... 156
Figure B-17: Compress Image.................................................................................................. 156
Figure B-18: Image Creation Confirmation............................................................................. 157
Figure B-19: Image Creation Complete................................................................................... 157
Figure B-20: Image Creation Complete................................................................................... 157
Figure B-21: Press Any Key to Continue................................................................................ 158
Figure B-22: Auto Recovery Utility.......................................................................................... 159
Figure B-23: Disable Automatically Restart............................................................................ 159
Figure B-24: Launching the Recovery Tool............................................................................ 160
Figure B-25: Auto Recovery Environment for Windows ....................................................... 160
Figure B-26: Building the Auto Recovery Partition................................................................ 161
Figure B-27: Factory Default Image Confirmation ................................................................. 161
Figure B-28: Image Creation Complete................................................................................... 162
Figure B-29: Press any key to continue.................................................................................. 162
Figure B-30: Partitions for Linux.............................................................................................. 164
Figure B-31: System Configuration for Linux......................................................................... 165
Figure B-32: Access menu.lst in Linux (Text Mode).............................................................. 165
Figure B-33: Recovery Tool Menu ........................................................................................... 166
Figure B-34: Recovery Tool Main Menu.................................................................................. 167
Figure B-35: Restore Factory Default...................................................................................... 168
Figure B-36: Recovery Complete Window.............................................................................. 168
Figure B-37: Backup System.................................................................................................... 169
Figure B-38: System Backup Complete Window ................................................................... 169
Figure B-39: Restore Backup................................................................................................... 170
Figure B-40: Restore System Backup Complete Window..................................................... 170
Figure B-41: Symantec Ghost Window ................................................................................... 171
Figure B-42: Disable Automatically Restart............................................................................ 178
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List of Tables
Table 1-1: PCIE-Q870-i2 Specifications........................................................................................9
Table 2-1: Packing List.................................................................................................................13
Table 2-2: Optional Items.............................................................................................................15
Table 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors...............................................................................19
Table 3-2: Rear Panel Connectors..............................................................................................19
Table 3-3: ATX Power Connector Pinouts .................................................................................20
Table 3-4: Audio Connector Pinouts ..........................................................................................21
Table 3-5: Battery Connector (BAT1) Pinouts...........................................................................22
Table 3-6: Chassis Intrusion Connector Pinouts......................................................................22
Table 3-7: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts....................................................................................24
Table 3-8: EC Debug Connector Pinouts ...................................................................................25
Table 3-9: CPU Fan Connector Pinouts......................................................................................25
Table 3-10: System Fan Connector Pinouts..............................................................................26
Table 3-11: Front Panel Connector Pinouts...............................................................................27
Table 3-12: Internal DisplayPort Connector Pinouts ................................................................28
Table 3-13: Infrared Connector Pinouts.....................................................................................29
Table 3-14: Keyboard and Mouse Connector Pinouts..............................................................30
Table 3-15: LAN1 LED Connector (LED_LAN1) Pinouts...........................................................31
Table 3-16: LAN2 LED Connector (LED_LAN2) Pinouts...........................................................31
Table 3-17: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts .............................................................................32
Table 3-18: PCIe Mini Card Slot Pinouts ....................................................................................34
Table 3-19: SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connector Pinouts....................................................................35
Table 3-20: RS-232 Serial Port Connector Pinouts...................................................................36
Table 3-21: RS-422/485 Connector Pinouts...............................................................................36
Table 3-22: DB-9 RS-422/485 Pinouts.........................................................................................37
Table 3-23: SMBus Connector Pinouts ......................................................................................37
Table 3-24: SPI Flash Connector Pinouts ..................................................................................38
Table 3-25: SPI EC Flash Connector Pinouts ............................................................................39
Table 3-26: TPM Connector Pinouts...........................................................................................40
Table 3-27: USB 2.0 Connector Pinouts.....................................................................................41
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Table 3-28: USB 3.0 Connector Pinouts.....................................................................................41
Table 3-29: LAN Pinouts ..............................................................................................................42
Table 3-30: Connector LEDs........................................................................................................43
Table 3-31: USB 3.0 Port Pinouts................................................................................................43
Table 3-32: VGA Connector Pinouts...........................................................................................44
Table 4-1: AT/ATX Power Mode Switch Settings.......................................................................54
Table 4-2: Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper Settings.............................................55
Table 4-3: mSATA Mode Selection Jumper Settings................................................................55
Table 4-4: PCIe x16 Interface Setup............................................................................................56
Table 4-5: BIOS Options and Configured USB Ports................................................................56
Table 4-6: USB Power Source Setup..........................................................................................56
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys................................................................................................73
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: SATA Configuration.............................................................................................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™
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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, two USB 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 9.0 support 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
SATA port 6)
One internal audio connector (10-pin header) One 2-pin header 8-bit, 4-bit input/4-bit output
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One VGA (up to 1920 x 1200, 60 Hz)
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Display Output
Ethernet
Fan
Front Panel
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 Two 2-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)
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Specification/Model PCIE-Q870-i2 Operating
Temperature Storage
Temperature Humidity Physical Specifications Dimensions Weight (GW/NW) Table 1-1: PCIE-Q870-i2 Specifications
-20ºC ~ 60ºC
-30ºC ~ 70ºC
5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
338 mm x 126 mm 1200 g/420 g
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2 Packing List

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2.1 Anti-static Precautions

WARNING!
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
PCIE-Q870-i2 PICMG 1.3 CPU Card
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
(P/N: DP-DP-R10)
Infineon TPM module (P/N: TPM-IN01-R1 1)
LGA1150 cooler kit (high-performance compatible, 65W) (P/N: CF-1150SB-R11)
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Item and Part Number Image
LGA1150 cooler kit (1U chassis compatible, 65W) (P/N: CF-1150SC-R10)
LGA1150 cooler kit (high-performance compatible, 95W) (P/N: CF-1 150SE-R10)
Table 2-2: Optional Items
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3 Connectors

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3.1 Peripheral Interface Connectors

This chapter details all the peripheral interface connectors.

3.1.1 PCIE-Q870-i2 Layout

The figures below show all the peripheral interface connectors.
Figure 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors
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3.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors

The table below lists all the connectors on the board.
Connector Type Label
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+12V ATX power supply connector
Audio kit connector 10-pin header J_AUDIO1 Battery connector 2-pin wafer BAT1 Chassis intrusion connector 2-pin header CHASSIS1
DDR3 DIMM sockets 240-pin socket
Digital I/O connector 10-pin header DIO1 EC debug connector 18-pin header CN3 Fan connector (CPU) 4-pin wafer CPU_FAN1 Fan connector (system) 3-pin wafer SYS_FAN1 Front panel connector 14-pin header F_PANEL1
4-pin Molex power
CPU12V1
connector
CHA_DIMM1, CHA_DIMM2,
CHB_DIMM1, CHB_DIMM2
Internal DisplayPort connector 19-pin box header DP1 Infrared connector 5-pin header IR1 iRIS module slot iRIS module slot IPMI1 Keyboard and mouse connector 6-pin wafer KB_MS1 LAN1 LED connector 2-pin header LED_LAN1 LAN2 LED connector 2-pin header LED_LAN2 Parallel port connector 26-pin box header LPT1 PCIe Mini slot PCIe Mini CN4
SAT A 6Gb/s drive connector 7-pin SATA connector
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S_ATA1, S_ATA2, S_ATA3, S_ATA4, S_ATA5, S_ATA6
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Connector Type Label
Serial port, RS-232 10-pin box header
Serial port, RS-422/485 4-pin wafer COM2 SMBus connector 4-pin wafer CN2 SPI flash connector 8-pin header JSPI1 SPI flash connector, EC 8-pin header JSPI2 TPM connector 20-pin header TPM1 USB 2.0 connectors 8-pin header USB1, USB2 USB 3.0 connector 19-pin box header CN7
Table 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors
COM1, COM3, COM4, COM5

3.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors

The table below lists the connectors on the external I/O panel.
Connector Type Label
Ethernet connectors RJ-45 LAN1, LAN2 USB 3.0 ports USB 3.0 CN5, CN6 VGA connector 15-pin female VGA1
Table 3-2: Rear Panel Connectors
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3.2 Internal Peripheral Connectors

The section describes all of the connectors on the PCIE-Q870-i2.

3.2.1 +12V ATX Power Supply Connector

CN Label: CPU12V1
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CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
This connector provides power to the CPU.
Figure 3-2: ATX Power Connector Pinout Location
4-pin Molex power connector
Figure 3-2
See
Table 3-3
See
Pin Description Pin Description
1 GND 2 GND 3 +12V 4 +12V
Table 3-3: ATX Power Connector Pinouts

3.2.2 Audio Kit Connector

CN Label: J_AUDIO1
10-pin header See See
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CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
This connector connects to an external audio kit.
Figure 3-3 Table 3-4
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Figure 3-3: Audio Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 HDA_SYNC 2 HDA_BIT_CLK 3 HDA_SDOUT 4 HDA_SPKR 5 HDA_SDIN 6 HDA_RST# 7 HDA_VCC 8 HDA_GND 9 HDA_+12V 10 HDA_GND
Table 3-4: Audio Connector Pinouts

3.2.3 Battery Connector

CAUTION:
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Only certified engineers should replace the on-board battery.
Dispose of used batteries according to instructions and local regulations.
CN Label: BAT1 CN Type: CN Location:
2-pin wafer
Figure 3-4
See
Table 3-5
CN Pinouts:
This is connected to the system battery. The battery provides power to the system clock to retain the time when power is turned off.
See
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Figure 3-4: Battery Connector Location
Pin Description
1 VBATT 2 GND
Table 3-5: Battery Connector (BAT1) Pinouts

3.2.4 Chassis Intrusion Connector

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CN Label: CHASSIS1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
2-pin header
8Figure 3-5
See
Table 3-6
See
The chassis intrusion connector is for a chassis intrusion detection sensor or switch that detects if a chassis component is removed or replaced.
Figure 3-5: Chassis Intrusion Connector Location
Pin Description
1 +3.3VSB 2 CHASSIS OPEN
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Table 3-6: Chassis Intrusion Connector Pinouts
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3.2.5 DDR3 DIMM Slots

CN Label: CHA_DIMM1, CHA_DIMM2, CHB_DIMM1, CHB_DIMM2 CN Type: CN Location:
The DIMM slots are for DDR3 DIMM memory modules.
Figure 3-6: DDR3 DIMM Slot Locations
DDR3 DIMM slot See 8Figure 3-6

3.2.6 Digital I/O Connector

CN Label: DIO1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The digital I/O connector provides programmable input and output for external devices. The digital I/O provides 4-bit output and 4-bit input.
Figure 3-7: Digital I/O Connector Location
10-pin header See Figure 3-7 See Table 3-7
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Pin Description Pin 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 3-7: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts

3.2.7 EC Debug Connector

CN Label: CN3
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CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
18-pin header
Figure 3-8
See
Table 3-8
See
The EC debug connector is used for EC debug.
Figure 3-8: EC Debug Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 EC_EPP_STB# 2 EC_EPP_AFD#
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3 EC_EPP_PD0 4 NC 5 EC_EPP_PD1 6 EC_EPP_INIT# 7 EC_EPP_PD2 8 EC_EPP_SLIN# 9 EC_EPP_PD3 10 GND 11 EC_EPP_PD4 12 NC 13 EC_EPP_PD5 14 EC_EPP_BUSY
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Pin Description Pin Description
15 EC_EPP_PD6 16 EC_EPP_KSI5 17 EC_EPP_PD7 18 EC_EPP_KSI4
Table 3-8: EC Debug Connector Pinouts

3.2.8 Fan Connector (CPU)

CN Label: CPU_FAN1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
4-pin wafer See Figure 3-9 See Table 3-9
The fan connector attaches to a CPU cooling fan.
Figure 3-9: CPU Fan Connector Location
Pin Description
1 GND 2 +12V 3 FANIO 4 PWM
Table 3-9: CPU Fan Connector Pinouts
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3.2.9 Fan Connector (System)

CN Label: SYS_FAN1
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CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The fan connector attaches to a system cooling fan.
Figure 3-10: System Fan Connector Location
3-pin wafer See Figure 3-10 See Table 3-10
Pin Description
1 FANIO 2 +12V (PWM) 3 GND
Table 3-10: System Fan Connector Pinouts

3.2.10 Front Panel Connector

CN Label: F_PANEL1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The front panel connector connects to the indicator LEDs and buttons on the computer's front panel.
14-pin header See Figure 3-11 See Table 3-11
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Figure 3-11: Front Panel Connector Location
Function Pin Description Function Pin Description
1 +5V Speaker 2 BEEP_PWR
Power LED
Power Button
HDD LED
3 NC 4 IPMI ID_LED+ 5 GND 7 PWRBTN_SW# Speaker 8 PC_BEEP 9 GND 10 NC 11 +5V 12 EXTRST­13 SAT A_LED#
IPMI LED
6 IPMI ID_LED-
Reset
14 GND
Table 3-11: Front Panel Connector Pinouts

3.2.11 Internal DisplayPort Connector

CN Label: DP1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The DisplayPort connector supports HDMI, LVDS, VGA, DVI and DisplayPort graphics
19-pin box header
Figure 3-12
See
Table 3-12
See
interfaces with up to 3840x2160 resolution.
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Figure 3-12: Internal DisplayPort Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 +5V 11 AUXP 2 LANE1N 12 AUXN 3 LANE1P 13 GND 4 GND 14 LANE2P 5 LANE3N 15 LANE2N 6 LANE3P 16 GND 7 GND 17 LANE0P 8 AUX_CTRL_DET_D 18 LANE0N 9 GND 19 +3.3V 10 HPD
Table 3-12: Internal DisplayPort Connector Pinouts

3.2.12 Infrared Interface Connector

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CN Label: IR1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
5-pin header
Figure 3-13
See
Table 3-13
See
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
Table 3-14: Keyboard and Mouse Connector Pinouts
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3.2.15 LAN LED Connectors

CN Label: LED_LAN1, LED_LAN2 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
2-pin header
8Figure 3-16
See
8Table 3-15 and Table 3-16
See
The LAN LED connectors are used to connect to the LAN LED indicators on th e chassis to indicate users the link activities of the two LAN ports.
Figure 3-16: LAN LED Connector Locations
Pin Description
1 +3.3V 2 LAN1_LED_LINK#_ACT
Table 3-15: LAN1 LED Connector (LED_LAN1) Pinouts
Pin Description
1 +3.3V 2 LAN2_LED_LINK#_ACT
Table 3-16: LAN2 LED Connector (LED_LAN2) Pinouts

3.2.16 Parallel Port Connector

CN Label: LPT1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
26-pin box header
Figure 3-17
See
Table 3-17
See
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The parallel port connector connects to a parallel port connector interface or some other parallel port device such as a printer.
Figure 3-17: Parallel Port Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 STROBE# 2 DATA0 3 DATA1 4 DATA2 5 DATA3 6 DATA4 7 DATA5 8 DATA6 9 DATA7 10 ACKNOWLEDGE# 11 BUSY 12 PAPER EMPTY 13 PRINTER SELECT 14 AUTO FORM FEED # 15 ERROR# 16 INITIALIZE# 17 PRINTER SELECT LN# 18 GND 19 GND 20 GND 21 GND 22 GND 23 GND 24 GND 25 GND
Table 3-17: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts
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3.2.17 PCIe Mini Card Slot

CN Label: CN4 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
PCIe Mini card slot
8Figure 3-18
See
Table 3-18
See
The PCIe Mini card slot is for installing a PCIe Mini expansion card.
Figure 3-18: PCIe Mini Card Slot Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 3 5
PCIE_WAKE# N/C N/C
2 4 6
+3.3V GND
1.5V
7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33
N/C GND MSATA_CLK# MSATA _CLK GND PLTRST_N N/C GND SATA_RX+ SATA_RX­GND GND SATA_TX­SATA_TX+
8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34
N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C GND +3.3V PLTRST_N +3.3V GND
1.5V SMB_CLK SMB_DATA GND
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Pin Description Pin Description
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35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51
GND GND +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V CLINK_CLK CLINK_DATA CLINK_RST# MSATA_DET
Table 3-18: PCIe Mini Card Slot Pinouts

3.2.18 SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connector

CN Label: S_ATA1, S_ATA2, S_ATA3, S_ATA4, S_ATA5, S_ATA6 CN Type: CN Location:
7-pin SATA drive connector See Figure 3-19
36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52
USB_DATA­USB_DATA+ GND N/C N/C N/C
1.5V GND +3.3V
CN Pinouts:
See Table 3-19
The SATA drive connectors can be connected to SATA drives and support up to 6Gb/s data transfer rate.
Figure 3-19: SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connector Location
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Pin Description
1 GND 2 SATA_TX+ 3 SATA_TX­4 GND 5 SATA_RX­6 SATA RX+ 7 GND
Table 3-19: SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connector Pinouts

3.2.19 Serial Port Connectors, RS-232

CN Label: COM1, COM3, COM4, COM5 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
10-pin box header See Figure 3-20 See Table 3-20
Each of these connectors provides RS-232 connections.
Figure 3-20: Serial Port Connector Location
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Pin Description Pin Description
1 DCD 2 DSR 3 RXD 4 RST 5 TXD 6 CTS 7 DTR 8 RI 9 GND 10 GND
Table 3-20: RS-232 Serial Port Connector Pinouts

3.2.20 Serial Port Connector, RS-422/485

CN Label: COM2
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CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
4-pin wafer See Figure 3-21 See Table 3-21
This connector provides RS-422 or RS-485 communications.
Figure 3-21: RS-422/485 Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 RXD422- 3 TXD422+/TXD485+
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2 RXD422+ 4 TXD422-/TXD485-
Table 3-21: RS-422/485 Connector Pinouts
Use the optional RS-422/485 cable to connect to a serial device. The pinouts of the DB-9 connector are listed below.
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RS-422 Pinouts RS-485 Pinouts
Table 3-22: DB-9 RS-422/485 Pinouts

3.2.21 SMBus Connector

CN Label: CN2 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
4-pin wafer
Figure 3-22
See
Table 3-23
See
The SMBus (System Management Bus) connector provides low-speed system management communications.
Figure 3-22: SMBus Connector Location
Pin Description
1 GND 2 SMB_DATA 3 SMB_CLK 4 +5V
Table 3-23: SMBus Connector Pinouts
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3.2.22 SPI Flash Connector

CN Label: JSPI1
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CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The SPI flash connector is used to flash the SPI ROM.
Figure 3-23: SPI Flash Connector Location
8-pin header See Figure 3-23 See Table 3-24
Pin Description Pin Description
1 +3.3V 2 SPI_CS# 3 SPI_SO 4 NC 5 GND 6 SPI_CLK 7 SPI_SI 8 NC
Table 3-24: SPI Flash Connector Pinouts

3.2.23 SPI Flash Connector, EC

CN Label: JSPI2 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The SPI flash connector is used to flash the EC ROM.
8-pin header See Figure 3-24 See Table 3-25
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Figure 3-24: SPI EC Flash Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 +3.3V 2 SPI_CS# 3 SPI_SO 4 NC 5 GND 6 SPI_CLK 7 SPI_SI 8 NC
Table 3-25: SPI EC Flash Connector Pinouts

3.2.24 TPM Connector

CN Label: TPM1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The TPM connector connects to a TPM module.
20-pin header See Figure 3-25 See Table 3-26
Figure 3-25: TPM Connector Location
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Pin Description Pin Description
1 LCLK 2 GND 3 LFRAME# 4 KEY 5 LRERST# 6 +5V 7 LAD3 8 LAD2 9 +3.3V 10 LAD1 11 LAD0 12 GND 13 SCL 14 SDA 15 SB3V 16 SERIRQ 17 GND 18 GLKRUN# 19 LPCPD# 20 LDRQ#
Table 3-26: TPM Connector Pinouts

3.2.25 USB 2.0 Connectors

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CN Label: USB1, USB2 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
8-pin header See Figure 3-26 See Table 3-27
The USB 2.0 connectors connect to USB 2.0 devices. Each pin header provides two USB
2.0 ports.
Figure 3-26: USB 2.0 Connector Pinout Locations
Pin Description Pin Description
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1 VCC 2 GND 3 USB_DATA- 4 USB_DATA+
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Pin Description Pin Description
5 USB_DATA+ 6 USB_DATA­7 GND 8 VCC
Table 3-27: USB 2.0 Connector Pinouts

3.2.26 USB 3.0 Connector

CN Label: CN7 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
19-pin box header See Figure 3-27 See Table 3-28
The USB 3.0 connector connects to USB 3.0 devices. This connector provides two USB 3.0 ports.
Figure 3-27: USB 3.0 Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 VCC 11 USB_DATA+ 2 USB3_RX- 12 USB_DATA­3 USB3_RX+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 USB3_TX+ 5 USB3_TX- 15 USB3_TX­6 USB3_TX+ 16 GND 7 GND 17 USB3_RX+ 8 USB_DATA- 18 USB3_RX­9 USB_DATA+ 19 VCC 10 NC
Table 3-28: USB 3.0 Connector Pinouts
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3.3 External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel

The figure below shows the external peripheral interface connector (EPIC) panel. The EPIC panel consists of the following:
Figure 3-28: External Peripheral Interface Connector

3.3.1 Ethernet Connectors

CN Label: LAN1, LAN2 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The PCIE-Q870-i2 is equipped with two built-in RJ-45 Ethernet controllers. Each controller can connect to the LAN through one RJ-45 LAN connector.
Pin Description Pin Description
1 MDIA3- 5 MDIA2+ 2 MDIA3+ 6 MDIA1+ 3 MDIA1- 7 MDIA0­4 MDIA2- 8 MDIA0+
Table 3-29: LAN Pinouts
RJ-45
Figure 3-28
See
Figure 3-29 and Table 3-29
See
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Figure 3-29: Ethernet Connector
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LED Description LED Description
A on: linked
blinking: data is being sent/received
Table 3-30: Connector LEDs

3.3.2 USB 3.0 Connectors

CN Label: CN5, CN6 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The PCIE-Q870-i2 has two external USB 3.0 ports.
Pin Description Pin Description
1 VBUS 2 D­3 D+ 4 GND
USB port See Figure 3-28 See Table 3-31
B off: 10 Mb/s
green: 100 Mb/s orange: 1000 Mb/s
5 STDA_SSRX_N 6 STDA_SSRX_P 7 GND_DRAIN 8 STDA_SSTX_N 9 STDA_SSTX_P
Table 3-31: USB 3.0 Port Pinouts

3.3.3 VGA Connector

CN Label: VGA1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
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:
o The user manual provides a complete description of the PCIE-Q870-i2
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 PCIE-Q870-i2 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 PCIE-Q870-i2 off:
o When 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
Table 4-2: Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper Settings
Figure 4-9: Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper Location

4.3.4 mSATA Mode Selection

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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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 Security Save & 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
Version 2.15.1236. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Set the Date. Use Tab to switch between Data elements.
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ÆÅ
: 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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Î Sy 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:
Î Sy 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.
Î Sy 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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S
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Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & 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
Version 2.15.1236. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
BIOS Menu 2: Advanced
System ACPI Parameters
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ÆÅ
: 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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Î ACPI 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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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 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
Î Wake 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
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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
Î Security 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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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
Hyper-Threading [Enabled] Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled]
Intel TXT(LT) Support [Disabled]
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hen enabled, a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology
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: 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
Î Hyper-thre ading [Enabled]
Use the Hyper-threading BIOS option to enable or disable the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology.
Î
Disabled
Î
Enabled DEFAULT
Î Intel 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.
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Î
Disabled DEFAULT
Î
Enabled
Disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Enables Intel Virtualization Technology.

5.3.5 SATA Configuration

Use the SATA Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 7) to change and/or set the configuration of the SATA devices installed in the system.
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Advanced
SATA Controller(s) [Enabled] SATA Mode Selection [IDE]
SATA1 Port Empty SATA2 Port Empty SATA3 Port Empty SATA4 Port Empty SATA5 Port Empty SATA6 Port Empty
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Enable or disable SATA Device.
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: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit
BIOS Menu 7: SATA Configuration
Î SATA Contro ller(s) [Enabl ed]
Use the SATA Controller(s) option to configure the serial ATA controller.
Î
Enabled D
Î
Disabled
Î SATA Mode Selection [IDE]
Use the SATA Mode Selection option to configure SATA devices as normal IDE devices.
Î
IDE DEFAULT
Î
AHCI
Î
RAID
EFAULT
Disables the on-board SATA controller.
Enables the on-board SATA controller.
Configures SATA devices as normal IDE device. Configures SATA devices as AHCI device. Configures SATA devices as RAID device.
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5.3.6 Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology

Use the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (BIOS Menu 8) menu to configure Intel® Rapid Start Technology support.
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Advanced
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled]
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Enable or disable Intel(R) Rapid Start 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 8: Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology
Î Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled]
Use Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology option to enable or disable the Intel® Rapid Start Technology function.
Î
Disabled DEFAULT
Î
Enabled
Intel® Rapid Start Technology is disabled Intel® Rapid Start Technology is enabled
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