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NOVA-GM45A Motherboard
IEI Technology Corp.
MODEL:
NOVA-GM45A
5.25" Socket P Motherboard with
Dual PCIe GbE, 4 x SATA, 6 x Serial Ports
User Manual
Rev. 1.00 – 9 March, 2010
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Table of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................... 2
1.2 CONNECTORS ............................................................................................................. 3
1.3 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................... 3
1.4 DATA FLOW................................................................................................................ 5
1.5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................... 6
2 UNPACKING................................................................................................................. 8
2.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................ 9
2.2 UNPACKING PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................... 9
2.3 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 10
3 CONNECTORS ........................................................................................................... 13
3.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 14
3.1.1 Layout .............................................................................................................. 14
3.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors ..................................................................... 15
3.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors............................................................... 16
3.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS ...................................................................... 16
3.2.1 Audio Connector .............................................................................................. 16
3.2.2 ATX Power Control Connector........................................................................ 17
3.2.3 Battery Connector
3.2.4 Digital I/O Connector...................................................................................... 19
3.2.5 DIMM Connector
3.2.6 Fan Connector................................................................................................. 21
3.2.7 Fan Connector................................................................................................. 22
3.2.8 Front Panel Connector.................................................................................... 23
3.2.9 Keyboard/Mouse Connector............................................................................ 24
............................................................................................ 18
............................................................................................. 20
3.2.10 LVDS Backlight Connector............................................................................ 25
3.2.11 LVDS Connector............................................................................................. 26
3.2.12 Parallel Port Connector ................................................................................ 27
3.2.13 PC/104+ Connector (PC/104 Part)............................................................... 29
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3.2.14 PC/104+ Connector (PCI-104 Part)............................................................. 30
3.2.15 PCI Slot
.......................................................................................................... 32
3.2.16 PCIe Mini Card Slot ...................................................................................... 35
3.2.17 Power Connector........................................................................................... 36
3.2.18 Programming Port for LC4064...................................................................... 37
3.2.19 SATA Drive Connectors................................................................................. 38
3.2.20 SATA Power Connector.................................................................................. 39
3.2.21 SDVO Connector............................................................................................ 40
3.2.22 Serial Port Connector.................................................................................... 42
3.2.23 Serial Port Connector.................................................................................... 43
3.2.24 SPI ROM Connector...................................................................................... 44
3.2.25 USB Connectors............................................................................................. 45
3.2.26 VGA
Connector.............................................................................................. 46
3.3 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTOR PANEL ......................................... 47
3.3.1 HDMI Connector............................................................................................. 48
3.3.2 LAN Connector ................................................................................................ 48
4 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 50
4.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 51
4.2 INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ....................................................................................... 52
4.3 UNPACKING.............................................................................................................. 53
4.4 CPU INSTALLATION ................................................................................................. 54
4.5 COOLING KIT INSTALLATION.................................................................................... 56
SO-DIMM INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 57
4.6
4.7 JUMPER SETTINGS .................................................................................................... 58
4.7.1 AT Power Selection.......................................................................................... 59
4.7.2 Clear CMOS Jumper........................................................................................ 60
4.7.3 COM5 Mode Setting ........................................................................................ 61
4.7.4 COM6 Mode Setting ........................................................................................ 62
4.7.5 LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper....................................................................... 63
4.7.6 LVDS Voltage Selection.................................................................................... 64
4.7.7 PC/104-Plus Voltage Setup.............................................................................. 65
4.8 CHASSIS INSTALLATION............................................................................................ 66
4.8.1 Airflow.............................................................................................................. 66
4.8.2 Motherboard Installation................................................................................. 66
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INTERNAL PERIPHERAL DEVICE CONNECTIONS........................................................ 66
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4.9.1 ATX Power Connection.................................................................................... 67
4.9.2 Audio Kit Installation....................................................................................... 70
4.9.3 Parallel Port Cable without Bracket ............................................................... 71
4.9.4 PC/104-Plus Card Installation........................................................................ 72
4.9.5 PCIe Mini Card Installation............................................................................ 73
4.9.6 RS-232/422/485 Cable with Slot Bracket ........................................................ 73
4.9.7 SATA Drive Connection ................................................................................... 74
4.9.8 Four Serial Port Connector............................................................................. 76
4.9.9 USB Cable (Dual Port without Bracket) ......................................................... 77
4.10 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTION ................................................. 78
4.10.1 HDMI Connection.......................................................................................... 78
4.10.2 LAN Connection
............................................................................................. 79
4.11 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ...................................................................................... 80
5 BIOS.............................................................................................................................. 83
5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 84
5.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 84
5.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 84
5.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 85
5.1.4 Unable to Reboot After Configuration Changes.............................................. 85
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar................................................................................................ 85
5.2 MAIN........................................................................................................................ 86
ADVANCED ............................................................................................................... 87
5.3
5.3.1 CPU Configuration.......................................................................................... 88
5.3.2 IDE Configuration........................................................................................... 89
5.3.2.1 IDE Master, IDE Slave............................................................................. 90
5.3.3 Super IO Configuration ................................................................................... 95
5.3.4 Hardware Health Configuration.................................................................... 100
5.3.5 AHCI Configuration....................................................................................... 102
5.3.5.1 AHCI Port n............................................................................................ 103
5.3.6 Remote Access Configuration........................................................................ 104
5.3.7 USB Configuration......................................................................................... 107
5.3.8 Power Configuration ..................................................................................... 109
5.4 PCI/PNP................................................................................................................. 109
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BOOT.......................................................................................................................112
5.5
5.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration............................................................................112
5.5.2 Boot Device Priority.......................................................................................114
5.5.3 Hard Disk Drives............................................................................................115
5.5.4 Removable Drives...........................................................................................115
5.5.5 CD/DVD Drives..............................................................................................116
5.6 SECURITY................................................................................................................116
5.7 CHIPSET ..................................................................................................................117
5.7.1 Northbridge Configuration.............................................................................118
5.7.2 Southbridge Configuration ............................................................................ 120
5.8 EXIT....................................................................................................................... 121
A BIOS OPTIONS ........................................................................................................ 123
B TERMINOLOGY
...................................................................................................... 127
C WATCHDOG TIMER .............................................................................................. 131
D COMPATIBILITY.................................................................................................... 134
D.1 COMPATIBLE OPERATING SYSTEMS ....................................................................... 135
D.2 COMPATIBLE PROCESSORS..................................................................................... 135
D.3 COMPATIBLE MEMORY MODULES ......................................................................... 136
E HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE ....................................................... 138
E.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CER TIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ..................................... 139
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List of Figures

Figure 1-1: NOVA-GM45A ..............................................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Connectors ..................................................................................................................3
Figure 1-3: NOVA-GM45A Dimensions (mm)...............................................................................4
Figure 1-4: External Interface Panel Dimensions (mm)..............................................................4
Figure 1-5: Data Flow Block Diagram...........................................................................................5
Figure 3-1: Connector and Jumper Locations...........................................................................14
Figure 3-2: Audio Connector Location.......................................................................................17
Figure 3-3: ATX Power Control Connector Location................................................................18
Figure 3-4: Battery Connector Location.....................................................................................19
Figure 3-5: Digital I/O Connector Locations ..............................................................................20
Figure 3-6: DIMM Connector........................................................................................................21
Figure 3-7: Fan Connector Location...........................................................................................22
Figure 3-8: Fan Connector Locations.........................................................................................23
Figure 3-9: Front Panel Connector Pinout Locations...............................................................24
Figure 3-10: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Location..................................................................25
Figure 3-11: Panel Backlight Connector Pinout Locations......................................................26
Figure 3-12: LVDS Connector Pinout Location.........................................................................27
Figure 3-13: Parallel Port Connector Location..........................................................................28
Figure 3-14: PC/104 Slot Location ..............................................................................................29
Figure 3-15: PCI-104 Connector Location..................................................................................31
Figure 3-16: PCI Slot Location ....................................................................................................33
Figure 3-17: PCIe Mini Card Slot Location.................................................................................35
Figure 3-18: Power Connector Location ....................................................................................37
Figure 3-19: Programming Port Location ..................................................................................38
Figure 3-20: SATA Drive Connector Locations.........................................................................39
Figure 3-21: 5V Power Connector Locations.............................................................................40
Figure 3-22: SDVO Connector Location.....................................................................................41
Figure 3-23: Serial Port Connector Location.............................................................................42
Figure 3-24: Serial Port Connector Location.............................................................................44
Figure 3-25: SPI ROM Connector Location................................................................................45
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Figure 3-26: USB Connector Pinout Locations.........................................................................46
Figure 3-27: VGA Connector Location .......................................................................................47
Figure 3-28: NOVA-GM45A External Peripheral Interface Connector.....................................47
Figure 3-29: Ethernet Connector.................................................................................................49
Figure 4-1: Make sure the CPU socket retention screw is unlocked ......................................55
Figure 4-2: Lock the CPU Socket Retention Screw...................................................................56
Figure 4-3: Cooling Kit Support Bracket....................................................................................57
Figure 4-4: SO-DIMM Installation................................................................................................58
Figure 4-5: AT Power Select Jumper Location..........................................................................60
Figure 4-6: Clear CMOS Jumper .................................................................................................61
Figure 4-7: COM5 Mode Setting Jumper Location....................................................................62
Figure 4-8: COM6 Mode Setting Jumper Location....................................................................63
Figure 4-9: LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Pinout Locations................................................64
Figure 4-10: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Pinout Locations.............................................65
Figure 4-11: PC/104-Plus Voltage Setup Jumper Pinout Locations........................................66
Figure 4-12: Power Cable to Motherboard Connection............................................................67
Figure 4-13: Connect Power Cable to ATX Adapter Cable.......................................................68
Figure 4-14: Connect ATX Power Adapter Cable to Power Supply.........................................69
Figure 4-15: Connect ATX Power Cable to Motherboard .........................................................69
Figure 4-16: Audio Kit Cable Connection ..................................................................................70
Figure 4-17: LPT Cable Connection............................................................................................71
Figure 4-18: Connect the LPT Device.........................................................................................72
Figure 4-19: PC/104-Plus Card Installation................................................................................72
Figure 4-20: PCIe Mini Card Installation.....................................................................................73
Figure 4-21: Dual Serial Port Connector Cable Connection.....................................................74
Figure 4-22: SATA Drive Cable Connection...............................................................................75
Figure 4-23: SATA Power Drive Connection..............................................................................76
Figure 4-24: Four Serial Port Connector....................................................................................77
Figure 4-25: Serial Device Connector.........................................................................................77
Figure 4-26: Dual USB Cable Connection..................................................................................78
Figure 4-27: HDMI Connection....................................................................................................79
Figure 4-28: LAN Connection......................................................................................................80
Figure 4-29: Introduction Screen................................................................................................81
Figure 4-30: Available Drivers.....................................................................................................82
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List of Tables

Table 1-1: Technical Specifications..............................................................................................7
Table 2-1: Packing List.................................................................................................................11
Table 2-2: Optional Items.............................................................................................................12
Table 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors...............................................................................16
Table 3–2: External Peripheral Connectors...............................................................................16
Table 3-3: Audio Connector Pinouts ..........................................................................................17
Table 3-4: ATX Power Control Connector Pinouts....................................................................18
Table 3-5: Battery Connector Pinouts........................................................................................19
Table 3-6: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts....................................................................................20
Table 3-7: Fan Connector Pinouts..............................................................................................22
Table 3-8: Fan Connector Pinouts..............................................................................................23
Table 3-9: Front Panel Connector Pinouts.................................................................................24
Table 3-10: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Pinouts .....................................................................25
Table 3-11: Panel Backlight Connector Pinouts........................................................................26
Table 3-12: LVDS Port Connector Pinouts.................................................................................27
Table 3-13: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts .............................................................................29
Table 3-14: PC/104 Slot Connector Pinouts...............................................................................30
Table 3-15: PCI-104 Connector Pinouts .....................................................................................32
Table 3-16: PCI Slot......................................................................................................................35
Table 3-17: PCIe Mini Card Slot Pinouts ....................................................................................36
Table 3-18: Power Connector Pinouts........................................................................................37
Table 3-19: Programming Port Pinouts......................................................................................38
Table 3-20: SATA Drive Connector Pinouts...............................................................................39
Table 3-21: 5V Power Connector Pinouts ..................................................................................40
Table 3-22: SDVO Connector Pinouts ........................................................................................42
Table 3-23: Serial Port Connector Pinouts ................................................................................43
Table 3-24: Serial Port Connector Pinouts ................................................................................44
Table 3-25: SPI ROM Connector Pinouts ...................................................................................45
Table 3-26: USB Port Connector Pinouts...................................................................................46
Table 3-27: VGA Connector Pinouts...........................................................................................47
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Table 3-28: HDMI Connector Pinouts .........................................................................................48
Table 3-29: Ethernet Connector Pinouts....................................................................................49
Table 3-30: Connector LEDs........................................................................................................49
Table 4-1: Jumpers.......................................................................................................................59
Table 4-2: AT Power Select Jumper Settings ............................................................................60
Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings....................................................................................61
Table 4-4: COM5 Mode Setting....................................................................................................62
Table 4-5: COM6 Mode Setting....................................................................................................62
Table 4-6: LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Settings.................................................................64
Table 4-7: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Settings................................................................65
Table 4-8: PC/104-Plus Voltage Setup Jumper Settings...........................................................65
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys................................................................................................85
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BIOS Menus

BIOS Menu 1: Main.......................................................................................................................86
BIOS Menu 2: Advanced..............................................................................................................88
BIOS Menu 3: CPU Configuration...............................................................................................88
BIOS Menu 4: IDE Configuration.................................................................................................89
BIOS Menu 5: IDE Master and IDE Slave Configuration...........................................................91
BIOS Menu 6: Super IO Configuration........................................................................................95
BIOS Menu 7: Hardware Health Configuration....................................................................... 100
BIOS Menu 8: AHCI Configuration........................................................................................... 103
BIOS Menu 9: AHCI Port n Configuration Menu..................................................................... 104
BIOS Menu 10: Remote Access Configuration....................................................................... 105
BIOS Menu 11: USB Configuration.......................................................................................... 107
BIOS Menu 12: APM Configuration.......................................................................................... 109
BIOS Menu 13: PCI/PnP Configuration.................................................................................... 110
BIOS Menu 14: Boot.................................................................................................................. 112
BIOS Menu 15: Boot Settings Configuration.......................................................................... 112
BIOS Menu 16: Boot Device Priority Settings ........................................................................ 114
BIOS Menu 17: Hard Disk Drives ............................................................................................. 115
BIOS Menu 18: Removable Drives........................................................................................... 115
BIOS Menu 19: CD/DVD Drives ................................................................................................ 116
BIOS Menu 20: Security............................................................................................................ 116
BIOS Menu 21: Chipset............................................................................................................. 118
BIOS Menu 22:Northbridge Chipset Configuration................................................................ 118
BIOS Menu 23:Southbridge Chipset Configuration............................................................... 120
BIOS Menu 24:Exit..................................................................................................................... 121
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Chapter
1
1 Introduction
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1.1 Introduction
Figure 1-1: NOVA-GM45A
NOVA-GM45A Motherboard
The NOVA-GM45A is a 5.25" motherboard with a Socket P CPU socket. The motherboard has a Intel® GM45 Northbridge and Intel® ICH9M Southbridge. The system supports Penryn-based Socket P Intel® Core™2 Duo processors with 667/800/1066 MHz front side bus.
The system supports up to two 667/800 MHz DDR2 SODIMM memory modules of up to 2 GB each.
Video outputs include HDMI, VGA, SDVO and LVDS. The LVDS connector is for use when the NOVA-GM45A is installed in a panel PC or other device with a built-in monitor. The VGA and HDMI connectors provide optional external video output. The SDVO port is available for custom applications if needed.
System expansion options include four SATA ports, PC/104+, PCIe Mini, PCI, serial ports, parallel port and digital I/O.
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1.2 Connectors
The connectors on the NOVA-GM45A are shown in the figure below.
Figure 1-2: Connectors
1.3 Dimensions
The dimensions of the board are listed below:
Length: 146 mm  Width: 203 mm
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Figure 1-3: NOVA-GM45A Dimensions (mm)
External peripheral interface connector panel dimensions are shown in
Figure 1-4: External Interface Panel Dimensions (mm)
2Figure 1-4.
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1.4 Data Flow
2Figure 1-5 shows the data flow between the two on-board chipsets and other components
installed on the motherboard and described in the following sections of this chapter.
Figure 1-5: Data Flow Block Diagram
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1.5 Technical Specifications
NOVA-GM45A technical specifications are listed in table below.
Specification NOVA-GM45A
NOVA-GM45A Motherboard
Form Factor Socket CPU Supported
Front Side Bus (FSB) Northbridge Chipset Southbridge Chipset Memory Audio LAN Serial Port Controller BIOS Watchdog Timer Expansion
5.25" Socket P 45 nm Socket P Intel® Core™2 Duo processor
45 nm Socket P Intel® Celeron® M processor 667/800/1066 MHz Intel® GM45 Intel® ICH9M 667/800 MHz DDR2 SODIMM Realtek ALC888 HD audio Realtek RTL8111CP PCIe GbE iTE IT8718F AMI BIOS label Software programmable supports 1~2 55 sec. system reset 1 x PCIe Mini
I/O Interface Connectors Audio Connector Display port
Ethernet Serial Ports
USB 2.0/1.1 ports
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1 x PCI slot 1 x PC/104+
10-pin header One VGA port
One 18-bit or 24-bit dual-channel LVDS port One external HDMI port supports up to 1080p
2 x LAN 4 x RS-232
2 x RS-232/422/485 8 x USB (on four pin headers)
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Specification NOVA-GM45A Storage Serial ATA Environmental and Power Specifications Power Supply Power Consumption
Operating temperature Humidity Physical Specifications Dimensions Weight GW/NW
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications
4 x SATA (3 Gb/s)
12 V
5.76 A@12 V (2.26 GHz Intel Core2 Quad Q9100 with 1066 MHz FSB and 2 x 2 GB 800 MHz DDR2 running 3DMark 2001SE)
0ºC ~ 60ºC (requires cooler and silicone heat sink paste) 0% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
203 mm x 146 mm 850 g / 290 g
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Chapter
2
2 Unpacking
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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 NOVA-GM45A is unpacked, please do the following:
Follow the antistatic guidelines above.  Make sure the packing box is facing upwards when 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 NOVA-GM45A was purchased from or contact an IEI sales
NOVA-GM45A Motherboard
representative directly by sending an email to
The NOVA-GM45A is shipped with the following components:
Quantity Item and Part Number Image
1 NOVA-GM45A motherboard
1 VGA cable
(P/N: 32000-033800-RS)
2 SATA connector & power connector
(P/N: 32801-000100-100-RS)
1 Keyboard/mouse Y-cable
3sales@iei.com.tw.
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(P/N: 32000-023800-RS)
1 Quad RS-232 cable
(P/N: 32100-147900-RS)
1 USB cable
(P/N: 32000-070301-RS)
1 Audio cable
(P/N: 32000-072100-RS)
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Quantity Item and Part Number Image
1 Mini jumper pack (2.0mm)
(P/N: 33100-000033-RS)
1 Utility CD
1 Quick Installation Guide
Table 2-1: Packing List
The following optional items are also available.
Item and Part Number Image
Dual USB cable with bracket (P/N: CB-USB02A-RS)
SATA power cable (P/N: 32102-000100-100-RS 32012-000100-200-RS)
RS-232/422/485 cable (P/N: 32200-026500-RS)
CPU cooler (P/N: CF-479B-RS)
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Item and Part Number Image
CPU cooler (P/N: CF-479F-RS)
SATA to IDE/CompactFlash® converter board (P/N: SAIDE-KIT01-R10)
PCIe Mini Wireless card (PCIe interface) (P/N: WMPCIE-V01-R10)
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PCIe Mini Wireless card (USB interface) (P/N: WMUSB-V01-R10)
Parallel port cable (P/N: 32200-015100-RS)
Table 2-2: Optional Items
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Chapter
3
3 Connectors
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3.1 Peripheral Interface Connectors
This chapter details all the jumpers and connectors.
3.1.1 Layout
The figures below show all the connectors and jumpers.
NOVA-GM45A Motherboard
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Figure 3-1: Connector and Jumper Locations
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3.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors
The table below lists all the connectors on the board.
Connector Type Label
Audio connector 10-pin box header AUDIO1 ATX power control connector 3-pin wafer ATXCTL1 Battery connector 2-pin wafer BAT1 Digital I/O connector 10-pin header DIO1 DDR2 SO-DIMM socket 200-pin socket DIMM1, DIMM2 Fan connector (CPU) 4-pin wafer CPU_FAN1 Fan connector (system) 3-pin wafer FAN1 Front panel connector 14-pin header F_PANEL1 Keyboard/mouse connector 6-pin header KB_MS1 LVDS backlight connector 5-pin header INVERTER1 LVDS connector 30-pin crimp LVDS1 Parallel port connector 26-pin header LPT1 PC/104+ connector (PC/104 part) PC/104 J1 & J2 PC/104+ connector (PCI-104 part) PCI-104 PC104_PLUS1 PCI connector PCI PCI1 PCIe Mini Card slot PCIe Mini CN4 Power connector 4-pin molex PWR1 Programming port for LC4064 8-pin header CN1 SATA connectors SATA SATA1, SATA2,
SATA3, SATA4 SATA power connector 4-pin wafer CN2, CN3 SDVO connector 45-pin flat cable CN17 Serial port connector (COM1~COM4) 40-pin header COM Serial port (RS-232/422/485) 14-pin header COM5, COM6
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Connector Type Label
USB connectors 8-pin header USB01, USB23,
VGA connector 10-pin box header VGA1
Table 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors
3.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors
The table below lists the connectors on the external I/O panel.
Connector Type Label
NOVA-GM45A Motherboard
USB45, USB67
HDMI Connector HDMI type A
connector
LAN Connector RJ-45 LAN1
Table 3–2: External Peripheral Connectors
3.2 Internal Peripheral Connectors
The section describes all of the connectors on the NOVA-GM45A.
3.2.1 Audio Connector
CN Label: AUDIO1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
nects to an optional audio kit.
Con
ts:
10-pin box header (2x5) See Figure 3-2 See Table 3-3
HDMI1
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Figure 3-2: Audio Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 LINE_OUTR 2 LINEIN_R 3 GND_AUDIO 4 GND_AUDIO 5 LINE_OUTL 6 LINEIN_L 7 GND_AUDIO 8 GND 9 LMIC1-R 10 LMIC1-R
Table 3-3: Audio Connector Pinouts
3.2.2 ATX Power Control Connector
CN Label: ATXCTL1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The co
ts:
nnector is for enabling an ATX power supply. When connected to the power sup ply,
the power can be turned on and off with the front panel switch.
3-pin wafer (1x3) See Figure 3-3 See Table 3-4
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Figure 3-3: ATX Power Control Connector Location
NOVA-GM45A Motherboard
Pin Description
1 5VSB 2 PS-ON 3 GND
Table 3-4: ATX Power Control Connector Pinouts
3.2.3 Battery Connector
CN Label: BAT1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
This is retain the time when power is turned off.
ts:
connected to the system battery. The battery provides power to the system clock to
2-pin wafer (1x2) See Figure 3-4 See Table 3-5
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Figure 3-4: Battery Connector Location
Pin Description
1 Battery+ 2 Ground
Table 3-5: Battery Connector Pinouts
3.2.4 Digital I/O Connector
CN Label: DIO1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The digital I/O conn The digital I/O provides 12-bit output and 12-bit input.
ts:
26-pin header See Figure 3-5 See Table 3-6
ector provides programmable input and output for external devices.
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Figure 3-5: Digital I/O Connector Locations
Pin Description Pin Description
1 GND 2 VCC5 3 Input 0 4 Output 0 5 Input 1 6 Output 1 7 Input 2 8 Output 2 9 Input 3 10 Output 3 11 8IN0 12 8OUT0 13 8IN1 14 8OUT1 15 8IN2 16 8OUT2 17 8IN3 18 8OUT3 19 8IN4 20 8OUT4 21 8IN5 22 8OUT5 23 8IN6 24 8OUT6 25 8IN7 26 8OUT7
Table 3-6: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts
3.2.5 DIMM Connector
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CN Label: DIMM1 & DIMM2 CN Type: CN Location:
SO-DIMM memory slot See Figure 3
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The memory slot is for connecting memory to the system.
Figure 3-6: DIMM Connector
3.2.6 Fan Connector
CN Label: CPU_FAN1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The fan conn
ts:
ector attaches to a cooling fan.
4-pin header See Figure 3-7 See Table 3-7
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Figure 3-7: Fan Connector Location
Pin Description
1 Ground 2 +12 V 3 CPUFANIN 4 CPUFANOUT
Table 3-7: Fan Connector Pinouts
3.2.7 Fan Connector
CN Label: FAN1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
Connects to the system fan.
3-pin wafer (1x3)
2Figure 3-8
See
2Table 3-8
See
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Figure 3-8: Fan Connector Locations
Pin Description
1 SYSFANIN0 2 +12V 3 GND
Table 3-8: Fan Connector Pinouts
3.2.8 Front Panel Connector
CN Label: F_PANEL1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The front pa front panel.
ts:
nel connector connects to the indicator LEDs and buttons on the computer's
8-pin header (2x4) See Figure 3-9 See Table 3-9
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Figure 3-9: Front Panel Connector Pinout Locations
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Pin Description Pin Description
1 Power button+ 2 Power LED+ 3 Power button- 4 Power LED­5 Hard drive LED+ 6 Reset+ 7 Hard drive LED- 8 Reset-
Table 3-9: Front Panel Connector Pinouts
3.2.9 Keyboard/Mouse Connector
CN Label: KB_MS1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The keyb PS/2 keyboard and mouse.
ts:
oard/mouse connector connects to a PS/2 Y-cable that can be connected to a
6-pin header (1x6) See Figure 3-10 See Table 3-10
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Figure 3-10: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Location
Pin Description
1 VCC 2 Mouse data 3 Mouse clock 4 Keyboard data 5 Keyboard clock 6 Ground
Table 3-10: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Pinouts
3.2.10 LVDS Backlight Connector
CN Label: INVERTER1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The ba
ts:
cklight inverter connector provides the backlight on the LCD display connected to
the NOVA-GM45A with +12V of power.
5-pin wafer (1x5) See Figure 3-11 See Table 3-11
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Figure 3-11: Panel Backlight Connector Pinout Locations
Pin Description
1 LCD Backlight Control 2 GROUND 3 +12V 4 GROUND 5 BACKLIGHT Enable
Table 3-11: Panel Backlight Connector Pinouts
3.2.11 LVDS Connector
CN Label: LVDS1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The 30-pin LVDS LCD connectors can be connected to single channel or dual channel, 18-bit LVDS panel.
30-pin crimp (3x10)
2Figure 3-12
See
2Table 3-12
See
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Figure 3-12: LVDS Connector Pinout Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 GND 2 GND 3 A_Y0 4 A_Y0# 5 A_Y1 6 A_Y1# 7 A_Y2 8 A_Y2# 9 A_CK 10 A_CK# 11 A_Y3 12 A_Y3# 13 GND 14 GND 15 B_Y0 16 B_Y0# 17 B_Y1 18 B_Y1# 19 B_Y2 20 B_Y2# 21 B_CK 22 B_CK# 23 B_Y3 24 B_Y3# 25 GND 26 GND 27 +LCD 28 +LCD 29 +LCD 30 +LCD
Table 3-12: LVDS Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.12 Parallel Port Connector
CN Label: LPT1 CN Type:
26-pin box header
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CN Location: CN Pinou
The pa
ts:
rallel port connector connects to a parallel port connector interface or some other
See Figure 3-13 See Table 3-13
parallel port device such as a printer.
Figure 3-13: Parallel Port Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 STROBE# 14 AUTO FORM FEED# 2 DATA 15 ERROR# 3 DATA 16 INITIALIZE# 4 DATA 17 PRINTER SELECT LN# 5 DATA 18 GND 6 DATA 19 GND 7 DATA 20 GND 8 DATA 21 GND 9 DATA 22 GND 10 ACKNOWLEDGE 23 GND 11 BUSY 24 GND 12 PAPER EMPTY 25 GND
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Pin Description Pin Description
13 PRINTER SELECT
Table 3-13: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.13 PC/104+ Connector (PC/104 Part)
CN Label: J1 & J2 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The PC/10
ts:
4 connector is for attaching a PC/104 expansion card.
PC/104 Connector See Figure 3-14 See Table 3-14
Figure 3-14: PC/104 Slot Location
Pin Row A Row B Row C Row D
1 IOCHK- GROUND GROUND GROUND 2 SD7 RSTDRV SBHE- MCS16­3 SD6 +5 V SA23 IOCS16­4 SD5 IRQ9 SA22 IRQ10 5 SD4 -5 V SA21 IRQ11 6 SD3 DREQ2 SA20 IRQ12 7 SD2 -12 V SA19 IRQ15
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Pin Row A Row B Row C Row D
8 SD1 ZWS- SA18 IRQ14 9 SD0 +12 V SA17 DACK0­10 IOCHRDY GROUND MEMR- DREQ0 11 AEN SMEMW- MEMW- DACK5­12 SA19 SMEMR- SD8 DRREQ5 13 SA18 IOW- SD9 DACK6­14 SA17 IOR- SD10 DREQ6 15 SA16 DACK3- SD11 DACK7­16 SA15 DREQ3 SD12 DREQ7 17 SA14 DACK1- SD13 +5 V 18 SA13 DREQ1 SD14 MASTER­19 SA12 REFRESH- SD15 GROUND 20 SA11 ISACLK NC GROUND
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21 SA10 IRQ7 22 SA9 IRQ6 23 SA8 IRQ5 24 SA7 IRQ4 25 SA6 IRQ3 26 SA5 DACK2- 27 SA4 TC 28 SA3 BALE 29 SA2 +5 V 30 SA1 ISA_OSC 31 SA0 GROUND 32 GROUND GROUND
Table 3-14: PC/104 Slot Connector Pinouts
3.2.14 PC/104+ Connector (PCI-104 Part)
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CN Label: PC104_PLUS1 CN Type: CN Location:
PCI-104 connector See Figure 3-15
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CN Pinouts:
The PCI-104
See Table 3-15
connector is for installing a PCI-104 expansion card.
Figure 3-15: PCI-104 Connector Location
Pin Row A Row B Row C Row D
1 GND/5 V TBD1 5 V AD00 2 VI/O1 AD02 AD01 +5 V 3 AD05 GND AD04 AD03 4 C/BE0# AD07 GND AD06 5 GND AD09 AD08 GND 6 AD11 VI/O2 AD10 M66EN 7 AD14 AD13 GND AD12 8 +3.3 V C/BE1# AD15 +3.3 V 9 SERR# GND SB0# PAR 10 GND PERR# +3.3 V SDONE 11 STOP# +3.3 V LOCK# GND 12 +3.3 V TRDY# GND DEVSEL# 13 FRAME# GND IRDY# +3.3 V 14 GND AD16 +3.3 V C/BE2# 15 AD18 +3.3 V AD17 GND 16 AD21 AD20 GND AD19 17 +3.3 V AD23 AD22 +3.3 V 18 IDSEL0 GND IDSEL1 IDSEL2
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Pin Row A Row B Row C Row D
19 AD24 C/BE3# VI/O1 IDSEL3 20 GND AD26 AD25 GND 21 AD29 +5 V AD28 AD27 22 +5 V AD30 GND AD31 23 REQ0# GND REQ1# VI/O2 24 GND REQ2# +5 V GNT0# 25 GNT1# VI/O3 GNT2# GND 26 +5 V CLK0 GND CLK1 27 CLK2 +5 V CLK3 GND 28 GND INTD# +5 V RST# 29 +12 V INTA# INTB# INTC# 30 -12 V TBD2 TBD GND/3.3 V
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Table 3-15: PCI-104 Connector Pinouts
3.2.15 PCI Slot
CN Label: PCI1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The PCI slot
ts:
PCI Slot See Figure 3-16 See Table 3-16
enables a PCI expansion module to be connected to the board.
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Figure 3-16: PCI Slot Location
Pin Description Pin Description
A1 TRST B1 -12 V A2 +12 V B2 TCK A3 TMS B3 GND A4 TDI B4 TDO A5 +5 V B5 +5 V A6 INTA B6 +5 V A7 INTC B7 INTB A8 +5 V B8 INTD A9 RESERVED3 B9 PRSNT1 A10 +5 V B10 RESERVED1 A11 RESERVED4 B11 PRSNT2 A12 GND B12 GND A13 GND B13 GND A14 3.3 V_AUX B14 RESERVED2 A15 RST B15 GND A16 +5 V B16 CLK A17 GNT B17 GND
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Pin Description Pin Description
A18 GND B18 REQ A19 PME B19 +5 V A20 AD30 B20 AD31 A21 +3.3 V B21 AD29 A22 AD28 B22 GND A23 AD26 B23 AD27 A24 GND B24 AD25 A25 AD24 B25 +3.3 V A26 IDSEL B26 C/BE3 A27 +3.3 V B27 AD23 A28 AD22 B28 GND A29 AD20 B29 AD21 A30 GND B30 AD19
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A31 AD18 B31 +3.3 V A32 AD16 B32 AD17 A33 +3.3 V B33 C/BE2 A34 FRAME B34 GND A35 GND B35 IRDY A36 TRDY B36 +3.3 V A37 GND B37 DEVSEL A38 STOP B38 GND A39 +3.3 V B39 LOCK A40 SDONE B40 PERR A41 SBO B41 +3.3 V A42 GND B42 SERR A43 PAR B43 +3.3 V A44 AD15 B44 C/BE1 A45 +3.3 V B45 AD14 A46 AD13 B46 GND
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A47 AD11 B47 AD12 A48 GND B48 AD10 A49 AD9 B49 GND
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Pin Description Pin Description
A52 C/BE0 B52 AD8 A53 +3.3 V B53 AD7 A54 AD6 B54 +3.3 V A55 AD4 B55 AD5 A56 GND B56 AD3 A57 AD2 B57 GND A68 AD0 B68 AD1 A59 +5 V B59 +5 V A60 REQ64 B60 ACK64 A61 +5 V B61 +5 V A62 +5 V
B62 +5 V
Table 3-16: PCI Slot
3.2.16 PCIe Mini Card Slot
CN Label: CN4 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The PCIe mi the board. Cards supported include among others wireless LAN (WLAN) cards.
52-pin PCIe Mini Card Slot
2Figure 3-17
See See Table 3-17
ni card slot enables a PCIe mini card expansion module to be connected to
Figure 3-17: PCIe Mini Card Slot Location
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Pin Description Pin Description
1 PCIE_WAKE# 2 3.3V 3 N/C 4 GND 5 N/C 6 1.5V 7 CLKREQ# 8 N/C 9 GND 10 N/C 11 CLK- 12 N/C 13 CLK+ 14 N/C 15 GND 16 N/C 17 PCIRST# 18 GND 19 N/C 20 VCC3 21 GND 22 PCIRST# 23 PERN2 24 3VDual 25 PERP2 26 GND
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27 GND 28 1.5V 29 GND 30 SMBCLK 31 PETN2 32 SMBDATA 33 PETP2 34 GND 35 GND 36 USBD­37 N/C 38 USBD+ 39 N/C 40 GND 41 N/C 42 N/C 43 N/C 44 N/C 45 N/C 46 N/C 47 N/C 48 1.5V 49 N/C 50 GND 51 N/C 52 3.3V
Table 3-17: PCIe Mini Card Slot Pinouts
3.2.17 Power Connector
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CN Label: PWR1 CN Type:
4-pin molex
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CN Location: CN Pinou
nects to a molex power connector from the power supply unit.
Con
ts:
See Figure 3-18 See Table 3-18
Figure 3-18: Power Connector Location
Pin Description
1 +12 V 2 GND 3 GND 4 N/C
Table 3-18: Power Connector Pinouts
3.2.18 Programming Port for LC4064
CN Label: CN1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
Used for programming the LC4064 chip connected to connector CN17.
8-pin header (1x8)
2Figure 3-19
See
2Table 3-19
See
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Figure 3-19: Programming Port Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 VCC3 5 NC 2 TDO 6 TMS 3 TDI 7 GND 4 NC 8 TCK
Table 3-19: Programming Port Pinouts
3.2.19 SATA Drive Connectors
CN Label: SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The two SATA II drive connectors are each connected to a SATA II drive. The SATA II drives transfer data at speeds as high as 3.0 Gb/s.
7-pin SATA drive connectors
2Figure 3-20
See
2Table 3-20
See
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Figure 3-20: SATA Drive Connector Locations
Pin Description
1 GND 2 TX+ 3 TX­4 GND 5 RX­6 RX+ 7 GND
Table 3-20: SATA Drive Connector Pinouts
3.2.20 SATA Power Connector
CN Label: CN2, CN3 CN Type: CN Location:
4-pin wafer (1x4) See Figure 3-21
CN Pinou
ts:
The 5V Powe
See Table 3-21
r Connector provides +5V power output to the SATA connector.
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Figure 3-21: 5V Power Connector Locations
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Pin Description
1 +5V 2 GND 3 GND 4 +12V
Table 3-21: 5V Power Connector Pinouts
3.2.21 SDVO Connector
CN Label: CN17 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The SDVO port is for system expan programmable to perform other functions.
ts:
45-pin flat ribbon cable connector See Figure 3-27 See Table 3-27
sion. Primarily designed for graphics, it is also
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Figure 3-22: SDVO Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 GND 25 GND 2 SDVOC_CLK-_C 26 N/C 3 SDVOC_CLK+_C 27 N/C 4 GND 28 GND 5 SDVOC_GREEN-_C 29 N/C 6 SDVOC_GREEN+_C 30 N/C 7 GND 31 GND 8 N/C 32 SDVO_STALL-_C 9 N/C 33 SDVO_STALL+_C 10 GND 34 GND 11 N/C 35 SDVO_TVCLKIN­12 N/C 36 SDVO_TVCLKIN+ 13 GND 37 GND 14 SDVOC_INT-_C 38 SDVO_CLK_R 15 SDVOC_INT+_C 39 SDVO_DATA_R 16 GND 40 PCIRST­17 N/C 41 +5VS 18 N/C 42 +5VS 19 GND 43 +5VS
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Pin Description Pin Description
20 SDVOC_BLUE-_C 44 N/C 21 SDVOC_BLUE+_C 45 N/C 22 GND 23 SDVOC_RED-_C 24 SDVOC_RED+_C
Table 3-22: SDVO Connector Pinouts
3.2.22 Serial Port Connector
CN Label: COM
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CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
This
ts:
connector provides RS-232 connections for four serial ports.
40-pin header (2x20) See Figure 3-23 See Table 3-23
Figure 3-23: Serial Port Connector Location
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Pin Description Pin Description
1 DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD1) 2 DATA SET READY (DSR1) 3 RECEIVE DATA (RXD1) 4 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS1) 5 TRANSMIT DATA (TXD1) 6 CLEAR TO SEND (CTS1) 7 DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR1) 8 RING INDICATOR (RI1)
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Pin Description Pin Description
9 GND 10 GND 11 DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD2) 12 DATA SET READY (DSR2) 13 RECEIVE DATA (RXD2) 14 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS2) 15 TRANSMIT DATA (TXD2) 16 CLEAR TO SEND (CTS2) 17 DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR2) 18 RING INDICATOR (RI2) 19 GND 20 GND 21 DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD3) 22 DATA SET READY (DSR3) 23 RECEIVE DATA (RXD3) 24 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS3) 25 TRANSMIT DATA (TXD3) 26 CLEAR TO SEND (CTS3) 27 DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR3) 28 RING INDICATOR (RI3) 29 GND 30 GND 31 DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD4) 32 DATA SET READY (DSR4) 33 RECEIVE DATA (RXD4) 34 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS4) 35 TRANSMIT DATA (TXD4) 36 CLEAR TO SEND (CTS4) 37 DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR4) 38 RING INDICATOR (RI4) 39 GND 40 GND
Table 3-23: Serial Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.23 Serial Port Connector
CN Label: COM5_6 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
ts:
Used for RS
-232/422/485 communications.
14-pin header (2x7) See Figure 3-24 See Table 3-24
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Figure 3-24: Serial Port Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 DCD 2 NDSR2 3 RXD 4 NRTS2 5 TXD 6 NCTS2 7 DTR 8 NRI2 9 GND 10 GND 11 TXD485+ 12 TXD485­13 RXD485+ 14 RXD485-
Table 3-24: Serial Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.24 SPI ROM Connector
CN Label: JSPI1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The co
ts:
nnector is for updating MCU firmware.
8-pin header (2x4) See Figure 3-25 See Table 3-25
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Figure 3-25: SPI ROM Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 VCC 2 GND 3 CS# 4 SCK 5 SO 6 SI 7 N/C 8 N/C
Table 3-25: SPI ROM Connector Pinouts
3.2.25 USB Connectors
CN Label: USB01, USB23, USB45 and USB67 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The USB con
ts:
8-pin header (2x4) See Figure 3-26 See Table 3-26
nectors connect to USB devices. Each pin header provides two USB ports.
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Figure 3-26: USB Connector Pinout Locations
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Pin Description Pin Description
1 VCC 2 GND 3 DATA1- 4 DATA2+ 5 DATA1+ 6 DATA2­7 GND 8 VCC
Table 3-26: USB Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.26 VGA Connector
CN Label: VGA1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinou
The VGA co
ts:
nnector connects to a monitor.
10-pin box header See Figure 3-27 See Table 3-27
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Figure 3-27: VGA Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 L_RED 2 5 V_DDCLK 3 L_GREEN 4 5 V_DDCDA 5 L_BLUE 6 GND 7 5 VHSYNC 8 GND 9 5 VVSYNC 10 CRT_PLUG#
Table 3-27: VGA Connector Pinouts
3.3 External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel
3Figure 3-28 shows the NOVA-GM45A external peripheral interface connector (EPIC)
panel. The NOVA-GM45A EPIC panel consists of the following:
1 x HDMI connector  2 x RJ-45 LAN connectors
Figure 3-28: NOVA-GM45A External Peripheral Interface Connector
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3.3.1 HDMI Connector
CN Label: HDMI1
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CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
The HDMI (High
HDMI type A connector
3Figure 3-28
See See Table 3-28
-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector connects to digital audio or
video sources.
Pin Description Pin Description
1 DATA2+ 2 GND 3 DATA2- 4 DATA1+ 5 GND 6 DATA1­7 DATA0+ 8 GND 9 DATA0- 10 CLK+ 11 GND 12 CLK­13 N/C 14 N/C 15 SCL 16 SDA 17 GND 18 +5V 19 Hot plug detect 20 Chassis GND 21 Chassis GND 22 Chassis GND 23 Chassis GND
Table 3-28: HDMI Connector Pinouts
3.3.2 LAN Connector
CN Label: LAN1 CN Type: CN Location: CN Pinouts:
A 10/100/100
RJ-45
3Figure 3-28
See See Table 3-29
0 Mb/s connection can be made to a Local Area Network.
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Pin Description Pin Description
1 MDIA3- 5 MDIA1+ 2 MDIA3+ 6 MDIA2+ 3 MDIA2- 7 MDIA0­4 MDIA1- 8 MDIA0+
Table 3-29: Ethernet Connector Pinouts
Figure 3-29: Ethernet Connector
LED Description LED Description
A on: linked
blinking: data is being sent/received
Table 3-30: Connector LEDs
B off: 10 Mb/s
green: 100 Mb/s orange: 1000 Mb/s
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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 NOVA-GM45A may result in permanent damage to the NOVA-GM45A and severe injury to the user.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components, including the NOVA-GM45A. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore critical that whenever the NOVA-GM45A, 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
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 NOVA-GM45A, place it on an
anti-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the NOVA -GM45A.
Only handle the edges of the PCB:-: When handling the PCB, hold the PCB
by the edges.
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4.2 Installation Checklist
NOTE:
The following installation notices and installation considerations should be read and understood before the NOVA-GM45A is installed. All installation notices pertaining to the installation of the NOVA-GM45A should be strictly adhered to. Failing to adhere to these precautions may lead to severe damage of the NOVA-GM45A and injury to the person installing the motherboard.
WARNING:
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The installation instructions described in this manual should be carefully followed in order to prevent damage to the NOVA-GM45A, NOVA-GM45A 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 NOVA-GM45A
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 NOVA-GM45A 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 NOVA-GM45A off:
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o When working with the NOVA-GM45A, 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 NOVA-GM45A DO NOT:
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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.
The following checklist is provided to ensure the NOVA-GM45A is properly installed.
All the items in the packing list are present  A compatible memory module is properly inserted into the slot  The CF Type I or CF Type I I card is properly installed into the CF socket  The jumpers have been properly configured  The NOVA-GM45A is inserted into a chassis with adequate ventilation  The correct power supply is being used  The following devices are properly connected
o Primary and secondary IDE device o SATA drives o Power supply o USB cable o Serial port cable
The following external peripheral devices are properly connected to the
chassis:
o VGA screen o Keyboard o Mouse o RS-232 serial communications device o USB devices
4.3 Unpacking
When the NOVA-GM45A is unpacked, please check all the unpacking list items listed in Chapter 3 are indeed present. If any of the unpacking list items are not available please contact the NOVA-GM45A vendor reseller/vendor where the NOVA-GM45A was purchased or contact an IEI sales representative.
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4.4 CPU Installation
WARNING:
A CPU should never be turned on without the specified cooling kit being installed. If the cooling kit (heat sink and fan) is not properly installed and the system turned on, permanent damage to the CPU, NOVA-GM45A and other electronic components attached to the system may be incurred. Running a CPU without a cooling kit may also result in injury to the user.
WARNING:
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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.
To install a socket P CPU onto the NOVA-GM45A, follow the steps below:
WARNING:
When handling the CPU, only hold it on the sides. DO NOT touch the pins at the bottom of the CPU.
Step 1: Unlock the CPU retention screw. When shipped, the retention screw of the
CPU socket should be in the unlocked position. If it is not in the unlocked position, use a screwdriver to unlock the screw. See Figure 4-1.
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Figure 4-1: Make sure the CPU socket retention screw is unlocked
Step 2: 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 3: Correctly Orientate the CPU. Make sure the IHS (integrated heat sink) side is
facing upwards.
Step 4: Correctly position the CPU. Match the Pin 1 mark with the cut edge on the
CPU socket. See Figure 4-1.
Step 5: Align the CP
socket.
Step 6: 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.
Step 7: Lock the retention screw. Rotate the retention screw into the locked position.
See Figure 4-2.Step 0:
U pins. Carefully align the CPU pins with the holes in the CPU
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Figure 4-2: Lock the CPU Socket Retention Screw
4.5 Cooling Kit Installation
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An IEI Socket P CPU cooling kit can be purchased separately. (See Chapter 3) The cooling kit comprises a CPU heat sink and a cooling 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, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Install the cooling kit bracket. A cooling kit bracket is installed on the rear of
the motherboard. Align the bracket with the four retention holes at the back of the motherboard. Once properly aligned, insert four retention screws from the
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Figure 4-3: Cooling Kit Support Bracket
Step 2: Open the lever at the top of the heat sink. Lift the lever at the top of the
cooling kit to loosen the cooling kit clamps.
Step 3: Secure the cooling kit. Gently place the heat sink and cooling kit onto the CPU.
Make sure the hooks are properly secured to the bracket. To secure the cooling kit, close the top lever.
Step 4: Connect the fan cable. Connect the cooling kit fan cable to the fan connector
on the NOV A -GM45A. Ca re fully route the cable an d avoid heat gene rating chips and fan blades.Step 0:
4.6 SO-DIMM Installation
To install an SO-DIMM, please follow the steps below and refer to Figure 4-4.
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Figure 4-4: SO-DIMM Installation
Step 1: Locate the SO-DIMM socket. Place the board on an anti-static mat.
Step 2: Align the SO-DIMM with the socket. Align the notch on the memory with the
notch on the memory socket.
Step 3: Insert the SO-DIMM. Push the memory in at a 20º angle. (See Figure 4-4)
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Step 4: Seat th
Figure 4-4) Step 0:
e SO-DIMM. Gently push downwards and the arms clip into place. (See
4.7 Jumper Settings
NOTE:
A jumper is a metal bridge used to close an electrical circuit. It consists of two or three metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect them. To CLOSE/SHORT a jumper means connecting the pins of the jumper with the plastic clip and to OPEN a jumper means removing the plastic clip from a jumper.
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Before the NOVA-GM45A is installed in the system, the jumpers must be set in accordance with the desired configuration. The jumpers on the NOVA-GM45A are listed in
3Table 4-1.
Description Label Type
AT Power Mode Setting ATXCTL1 2-pin wafer Clear CMOS J_CMOS1 3-pin header COM5 mode setting JP2 8-pin header COM6 mode setting JP3 8-pin header LVDS Panel Resolution JP1 8-pin header LVDS Voltage Select J_VLVDS1 6-pin header PC/104-Plus voltage setup JP5 3-pin header
Table 4-1: Jumpers
4.7.1 AT Power Selection
NOTE:
The AT Power Select Jumper is the same as the ATX Enable connector.
Jumper Label: ATXCTL1 Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: Jumper Loc
The AT Power Selec Select jumper settings are shown in Table 4-2.
ation:
3-pin header See Table 4-2 See Figure 4-5
t jumper specifies the systems power mode as AT or ATX. AT Power
Pin Description
2-3 Use AT power
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Pin Description
1-2 Use ATX power
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Table 4-2: AT Power Select Jumper Settings
The location of the AT Power Select jumper is shown in Figure 4-5 below.
Figure 4-5: AT Power Select Jumper Location
4.7.2 Clear CMOS Jumper
Jumper Label: J_CMOS1 Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: Jumper Location:
If the NOVA-GM45A fails to boot due to improper BIOS settings, the clear CMOS jumper clears the CMOS data and resets the system BIOS information. To do this, use the jumper cap to close pins 2 and 3 for a few seconds then reinstall the jumper clip back to pins 1 and 2.
If the “CMOS Settings Wrong” message is displayed during the boot up process, the fault may be corrected by pressing the F1 to enter the CMOS Setup menu. Do one of the
3-pin header
3Table 4-3
See
3Figure 4-6
See
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following:
Enter the correct CMOS setting
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Load Optimal Defaults  Load Failsafe Defaults.
After having done one of the above, save the changes and exit the CMOS Setup menu.
The clear CMOS jumper settings are shown in
Pin Description
1-2 Keep CMOS Setup 2-3 Clear CMOS Setup
3Table 4-3.
Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings
The location of the clear CMOS jumper is shown in 3Figure 4-6 below.
Figure 4-6: Clear CMOS Jumper
4.7.3 COM5 Mode Setting
Jumper Label: JP2 Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: Jumper Loc
Sets the com
ation:
munication protocol used by the serial port.
8-pin header See Table 4-4 See Figure 4-7
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Setting Description
1-2 RS-232 3-4 RS-422 5-6 RS-485 5-6, 7-8 RS-485 with RTS control
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Table 4-4: COM5 Mode Setting
Figure 4-7: COM5 Mode Setting Jumper Location
4.7.4 COM6 Mode Setting
Jumper Label: JP3 Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: Jumper Loc
Sets the com
Setting Description
1-2 RS-232 3-4 RS-422 5-6 RS-485 5-6, 7-8 RS-485 with RTS control
ation:
munication protocol used by the serial port.
8-pin header See Table 4-5 See Figure 4-8
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Table 4-5: COM6 Mode Setting
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Figure 4-8: COM6 Mode Setting Jumper Location
4.7.5 LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper
Jumper Label: JP1 Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: Jumper Loc
ation:
The LVDS Panel Re
8-pin header See Table 4-6 See Figure 4-9
solution jumper allows the resolution of the LVDS screens connected to the LVDS1 connector to be configured. The LVDS Panel Resolution jumper settings are shown in Table 4-6.
Pin Description
Open 640 x 480 (18-bit) 1-2 800 x 600 (18-bit) 3-4 1024 x 768 (18-bit) 1-2, 3-4 1024 x 768 (24-bit) 5-6 1024 x 768 (48-bit) 1-2, 5-6 1280 x 1024 (48-bit) 3-4, 5-6 1600 x 1200 (48-bit) 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 1280 x 768 (18-bit) 7-8 1280 x 800 (18-bit) 1-2, 7-8 1366 x 768 (24-bit) 3-4, 7-8 1440 x 900 (36-bit) 1-2, 3-4, 7-8 1440 x 900 (48-bit)
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Pin Description
5-6, 7-8 1680 x 1050 (48-bit) 1-2, 5-6, 7-8 1920 x 1080 (48-bit) 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 1920 x 1200 (48-bit)
Table 4-6: LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Settings
The LVDS Panel Resolution jumper location is shown in Figure 4-9.
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Figure 4-9: LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Pinout Locations
4.7.6 LVDS Voltage Selection
WARNING:
Permanent damage to the screen and NOVA-GM45A may occur if the wrong voltage is selected with this jumper. Please refer to the user guide that cam with the monitor to select the correct voltage.
Jumper Label: J_VLVDS1 Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: Jumper Loc
ation:
3-pin header See Table 4-7 See Figure 4-10
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The LVDS Voltage Selection jumpers allow the LVDS screen voltages to be set. The jumper sets the voltage connected to LVDS1. The LVDS Voltage Selection jumper settings are shown in Table 4-7.
Pin Description
1-2 +3.3V 2-3 +5V
Table 4-7: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Settings
The LVDS Voltage Selection jumper location is shown in Figure 4-10.
Figure 4-10: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Pinout Locations
4.7.7 PC/104-Plus Voltage Setup
Jumper Label: JP5 Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: Jumper Loc
This jum
Setting Description
Short 1-2 +5 V Short 2-3 +3.3 V
ation:
per selects the voltage supplied to the PC/104 expansion module.
Table 4-8: PC/104-Plus Voltage Setup Jumper Settings
3-pin header See Table 4-8 See Figure 4-11
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Figure 4-11: PC/104-Plus Voltage Setup Jumper Pinout Locations
4.8 Chassis Installation
4.8.1 Airflow
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WARNING:
Airflow is critical to the cooling of the CPU and other onboard components. The chassis in which the NOVA-GM45A must have air vents to allow cool air to move into the system and hot air to move out.
The NOVA-GM45A 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.
4.8.2 Motherboard Installation
To install the NOVA-GM45A motherboard into the chassis please refer to the reference material that came with the chassis.
4.9 Internal Peripheral Device Connections
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This section outlines the installation of peripheral devices to the onboard connectors
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4.9.1 ATX Power Connection
Follow the instructions below to connect the NOVA-GM45A to an ATX power supply.
WARNING:
Disconnect the power supply power cord from its AC power source to prevent a sudden power surge to the NOVA-GM45A.
Step 1: Locate the power cable. The power cable is shown in the packing list in
Chapter 3.
Step 2: Connect the Power Cable to the Motherboard. Connect the 4-pin (2x2) Molex
type power cable connector to the AT power connector on the motherboard. See
Figure 4-12.
Figure 4-12: Power Cable to Motherboard Connection
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Step 3: Connect the Power Cable to an ATX Power Adapter Cable. Connect one of
the 4-pin (1x4) Molex type power cable connectors to a 20-pin ATX power adapter cable. See Figure 4-13.
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Figure 4-13: Connect Power Cable to ATX Adapter Cable
Step 4: Connect A TX Power Adapter Cable to Power Supply. Connect the 20-pin
ATX power adapter cable to an ATX power supply. See Figure 4-14.
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Figure 4-14: Connect ATX Power Adapter Cable to Power Supply
Step 5: Connect ATX Power Cable to Motherboard. Connect the 3-pin ATX power
connector to the ATX power connector on the motherboard. See Figure 4 -15.
Step 0:
Figure 4-15: Connect ATX Power Cable to Motherboard
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4.9.2 Audio Kit Installation
The Audio Kit that came with the NOVA-GM45A connects to the audio connector on the NOVA-GM45A. The audio kit consists of three audio jacks. Mic-in connects to a microphone. Line-in provides a stereo line-level input to connect to the output of an audio device. Line-out, a stereo line-level output, connects to two amplified speakers. To install the audio kit, please refer to the steps below:
Step 1: Locate the audio connector. The location of the 10-pin audio connector is
shown in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Align pin 1. Align pin 1 on the on-board connector with pin 1 on the audio kit
connector. Pin 1 on the audio kit connector is indicated with a white dot. See
Figure 4-16.
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Figure 4-16: Audio Kit Cable Connection
Step 3: Connect the audio devices. Connect speakers to the line-out audio jack.
Connect the output of an audio device to the line-in audio jack. Connect a microphone to the mic-in audio jack.Step 0:
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4.9.3 Parallel Port Cable without Bracket
The optional parallel port (LPT) cable respectively connects the on-board LPT 26-pin box header to an external LPT device (like a printer). The cable comprises a 26-pin female header, to be connected to the on-board LPT box-header, on one side and on the other side a standard external LPT connector. To connect the LPT cable, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the connector. The LPT connector location is shown in Chapter 4.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Correctly align pin 1 on the cable connector with pin 1 on
the NOVA-GM45A LPT box-header connector.
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connector is properly aligned with
the 26-pin box-header connector on the NOVA-GM45A, connect the cable connector to the on-board connector. See Figure 4-17.
Figure 4-17: LPT Cable Connection
Step 4: Attach the LPT connector to the chassis. To secure the LPT interface
connector to the chassis please refer to the installation instructions that came with the chassis.
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Step 5: Connect LPT device. Once the LPT interface connector is connected to the
chassis, the LPT device can be connected to the LPT interface connector. See Figure 4-18 Step 0:\
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Figure 4-18: Connect the LPT Device
4.9.4 PC/104-Plus Card Installation
To install a PC/104-Plus card, please refer to the diagram and instructions below.
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Figure 4-19: PC/104-Plus Card Installation
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Step 1: Align the connectors. Make sure that the connectors are lined up correctly.
The connectors should match up with the slot of the same shape.
Step 2: Push straight down until the card is properly seated. Push the card straight
downwards to connect. Use a firm pushing action to connect. When the cards are connected properly there will be no gaps between the baseboard connecto rs and the card connectors.Step 0:
4.9.5 PCIe Mini Card Installation
To install the PCIe Mini card, please refer to the diagram and instructions below.
Figure 4-20: PCIe Mini Card Installation
Step 1: Insert into the socket at and 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 20º.
Step 2: Push down until the card clips into place. Push the other end of the card
down until it clips into place on the plastic connector.Step 0:
4.9.6 RS-232/422/485 Cable with Slot Bracket
The NOVA-GM45A is shipped with one RS-232/422/485 serial port connector cable. The dual serial port connector cable connects RS-232 and RS-422/485 connectors to the
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serial port connector on the NOVA-GM45A. Follow the steps below to connect the serial port connector cable.
Step 1: Locate the serial port connector. The location of the RS-232/422/485 serial
port connector is shown in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Correctly align pin 1 on the cable connector with pin 1 on
the NOVA-GM45A serial port connector.
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connector is properly aligned with
the serial port connector on the NOVA-GM45A, connect the cable connector to the on-board connector.
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Figure 4-21: Dual Serial Port Connector Cable Connection
Step 4: 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 chassi s please refer to the reference material that came with the chassis.Step 0:
4.9.7 SATA Drive Connection
The NOVA-GM45A is shipped with two SATA drive cables and one SATA drive power cable. To connect the SATA drives to the connectors, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the connectors. The locations of the SATA drive connectors are shown
in Chapter 3.
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Step 2: Insert the cable connector. Press the clip on the connector at the end of the
SATA cable and insert the cable connector into the onboard SATA drive connector. See
3Figure 4-22.
Figure 4-22: 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 SAT A drive. See
3Figure 4-23.
Step 4: Connect the SATA power cable. Connect the SATA power connector to the
back of the SATA drive. See
3Figure 4-23. Step 0:
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Figure 4-23: SATA Power Drive Connection
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4.9.8 Four Serial Port Connector
The 40-pin serial port connector connects the board connector to four DB-9 connectors. To install, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the COM connector. The locations of the COM port connectors are
shown in Chapter 4.
Step 2: Insert the cable connector. Align the cable connector with the onboard
connector. M ake sure pin 1 on the board and connector line up.
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Figure 4-24: Four Serial Port Connector
Step 3: Secure the serial ports to the chassis. Tighten the screws on the DB-9
connectors to secure them to the chassis.Step 0:
Figure 4-25: Serial Device Connector
4.9.9 USB Cable (Dual Port without Bracket)
The NOVA-GM45A 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.
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Step 2: Align the connectors. The cable has two connectors. Correctly align pin 1on
each cable connector with pin 1 on the NOVA-GM45A USB connector.
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connectors are properly aligned
with the USB connectors on the NOVA-GM45A, connect the cable connectors to the on-board connectors. See Figure 4-26.
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Figure 4-26: Dual USB Cable Connection
Step 4: Attach the USB connectors to the chassis. The USB 2.0 connectors each of
two retention screw holes. To secure the connectors to the chassis please refer to the installation instructions that came with the chassis.Step 0:
4.10 External Peripheral Interface Connection
To install the external cables, please follow the steps outlined in the sections below.
4.10.1 HDMI Connection
The HDMI connector transmits a digital signal to compatible HDMI display devices such as a TV or computer screen. To connect the HDMI cable to the NOVA-GM45A, follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the HDMI connector. The location is shown in a previous section.
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Step 2: Align the connector. Align the HDMI connector with the HDMI port. Make sure
the orientation of the connector is correct.
Figure 4-27: HDMI Connection
Step 3: Insert the HDMI connector. Gently insert the HDMI connector. The connector
should engage with a gentle push. If the connector does not insert easily, check again that the connector is aligned correctly, and that the connector is being inserted with the right way up. Step 0:
4.10.2 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 connectors are shown
in Chapter 4.
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Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the RJ-45 connector on the LAN cable with one of
the RJ-45 connectors on the NOVA-GM45A.
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Figure 4-28: LAN Connection
Step 3: Insert the LAN cable RJ-45 connector. Once aligned, gently insert the LAN
cable RJ-45 connector into the onboard RJ-45 connector. Step 0:
4.11 Software Installation
All the drivers for the NOVA-GM45A are on the CD that came with the system. To install the drivers, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Insert the CD into a CD drive connected to the system.
NOTE:
If the installation program doesn't start automatically: Click "Start->My Computer->CD Drive->autorun.exe"
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Step 2: The driver main menu appears (Figure 4-29).
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Figure 4-29: Introduction Screen
Step 3: Click NOVA-GM45A.
Step 4: A new screen with a list of available drivers appears (Figure 4-30).
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Figure 4-30: Available Drivers
Step 5: Install all of the necessary drivers in this menu. Step 0:
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Chapter
5
5 BIOS
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5.1 Introduction
The BIOS is programmed onto the BIOS chip. The BIOS setup program allows changes to certain system settings. This chapter outlines the options that can be changed.
5.1.1 Starting Setup
The AMI BIOS is activated when the computer is turned on. The setup program can be activated in one of two ways.
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1. Press the D
2. Press the D appears on the screen. 0.
If the message disappears before the D again.
ELETE key as soon as the system is turned on or ELETE key when the “Press Del to enter SETUP” message
ELETE key is pressed, restart the computer and try
5.1.2 Using Setup
Use the arrow keys to highlight items, press ENTER to select, use the PageUp and PageDown keys to change entries, press F1 for help and press E keys are shown 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
SC to quit. Navigation
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Right arrow Move to the item on the right hand side Esc key Main Menu – Quit and not save changes into CMOS
Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu --
Exit current page and return to Main Menu Page Up key Increase the numeric value or make changes Page Dn key Decrease the numeric value or make changes F1 key General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option
Page Setup Menu
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Key Function
F2 /F3 key Change color from total 16 colors. F2 to select color
forward. F10 key Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys
5.1.3 Getting Help
When F1 is pressed a small help window describing the appropriate keys to use and the 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 jumper described in Chapter 5.
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar
The menu bar on top of the BIOS screen has the following main items:
Main – Changes the basic system configuration.  Advanced – Changes the advanced system settings.  PCIPnP – Changes the advanced PCI/PnP Settings  Boot – Changes the system boot configuration.  Security – Sets User and Supervisor Passwords.  Chipset – Changes the chipset settings.
SC or
Power – Changes power management settings.  Exit – Selects exit options and loads default settings
The following sections completely describe the configuration options found in the menu items at the top of the BIOS screen and listed above.
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5.2 Main
The Main BIOS menu (BIOS Menu 1) appears when the BIOS Setup program is entered. The Main menu gives an overview of the basic system information.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
System Overview 
AMIBIOS Version :08.00.15 Build Date :09/04/09 ID: :B143MR12
Processor Type :Intel® Core™2 Duo CPU processor Speed :2533MHz Count :1
System Memory Size :989MB
System Time [14:20:27] System Time [Tue 05/06/2008]
v02.61 ©Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc.
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.
Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

Select Screen
Select Item Enter Go to SubScreen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit
BIOS Menu 1: Main
System Overview
The System Overvie w lists a brief summary of different system components. Th e fields in System Overview cannot be changed. The items shown in the system overview include:
AMI BIOS: Displays auto-detected BIOS information
o Version: Current BIOS version o Build Date: Date the current BIOS version was made o ID: Installed BIOS ID
Processor: Displays auto-detected CPU specifications
o Type: Names the currently installed processor o Speed: Lists the processor speed o Count: The number of CPUs on the motherboard
System Memory: Displays the auto-detected system memory.
o Size: Lists memory size
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The System Overview field also has two user configurable fields:
System Time [xx:xx:x x]
Use the System Time option to set the system time. Manually enter the hours, minutes and seconds.
System Date [xx/xx/xx]
Use the System Date option to set the system date. Manually enter the day, month and year.
5.3 Advanced
Use the Advanced menu (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.
 CPU configuration  IDE configuration  Super I/O configuration  Hardware health configuration  AHCI configuration  Remote access configuration  USB configuration  Power configuration
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Advanced Settings 
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction
> CPU Configuration > IDE Configuration > SuperIO Configuration > Hardware Health Configuration > AHCI Configuration > Remote Access Configuration > USB Configuration > Power Configuration
v02.61 ©Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc.
BIOS Menu 2: Advanced
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Configure CPU

Select Screen
Select Item Enter Go to SubScreen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit
5.3.1 CPU Configuration
Use the CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 3) to view detailed CPU specifications and configure the CPU.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit
Configure Advanced CPU Settings Module Version:3F.13
 Manufacturer :Intel® Intel® Core™2 Duo CPU T9400 @ 2.53GHz Frequency :2.53GHz FSB Speed :1066MHz
Cache L1 : 64KB Cache L2 : 6144KB Ratio Actual Value:9.5
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BIOS Menu 3: CPU Configuration

Select Screen
Select Item Enter Go to SubScreen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit
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The CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 3) lists the following CPU details:
Manufacturer: Lists the name of the CPU manufacturer  Brand String: Lists the brand name of the CPU being used
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