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NOVA-HM551 5.25" SBC
)zNOVA-HM551 CPU Card
IEI Technology Corp.
MODEL:
NOVA-HM551
5.25” Motherboard Supports Socket G1 Intel® Core
CPU, VGA/HDMI/LVDS Dual Display, Dual GbE, Eight USB 2.0,
Four SATA 3Gb/s, Two PCIe mini, PCIe x16, PCI-104, RoHS
User Manual
i3/i5/i7
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................... 2
1.2 CONNECTORS ............................................................................................................. 3
1.3 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................... 4
1.4 DATA FLOW................................................................................................................ 6
1.5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................... 7
2 UNPACKING................................................................................................................. 9
2.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 10
2.2 UNPACKING PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................... 10
2.3 PACKING LIST............................................................................................................11
2.3.1 Optional Items.................................................................................................. 12
3 CONNECTORS ........................................................................................................... 14
3.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 15
3.1.1 NOVA-HM551 Layout...................................................................................... 15
3.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors ..................................................................... 16
3.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors............................................................... 17
3.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS ...................................................................... 18
3.2.1 Audio Connector .............................................................................................. 18
3.2.2 Battery Connector............................................................................................ 19
3.2.3 Digital I/O Connector...................................................................................... 19
3.2.4 Fan Connector (CPU)...................................................................................... 20
3.2.5 Fan Connector (System) .................................................................................. 21
3.2.6 Front Panel Connector.................................................................................... 22
3.2.7 Keyboard/Mouse Connector............................................................................ 23
3.2.8 Backlight Inverter Connector .......................................................................... 24
3.2.9 LVDS LCD Connector ..................................................................................... 25
3.2.10 Parallel Port Connector ................................................................................ 27
3.2.11 PCI-104 Connector........................................................................................ 28
3.2.12 PCIe Mini Card Slots..................................................................................... 29
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3.2.13 PCI Express x16 Slot...................................................................................... 31
3.2.14 Power Connector (+12V) .............................................................................. 33
3.2.15 Power Button ................................................................................................. 34
3.2.16 SATA Drive Connectors................................................................................. 34
3.2.17 SATA Power Connectors................................................................................ 35
3.2.18 Serial Port Connector (RS-232)..................................................................... 36
3.2.19 Serial Port Connectors (RS-232/422/485)..................................................... 37
3.2.20 SMBus Connector .......................................................................................... 38
3.2.21 SPI Flash Connector...................................................................................... 39
3.2.22 USB Connectors............................................................................................. 40
3.2.23 VGA Connector (Internal) ............................................................................. 41
3.3 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTOR PANEL ......................................... 42
3.3.1 Ethernet Connector.......................................................................................... 43
3.3.2 HDMI Connectors............................................................................................ 44
4 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 45
4.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 46
4.2 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS.............................................................................. 47
4.2.1 Installation Notices.......................................................................................... 47
4.3 UNPACKING.............................................................................................................. 48
4.4 CPU, CPU COOLING KIT AND SO-DIMM INSTALLATION........................................ 48
4.4.1 Socket G1 CPU Installation............................................................................. 49
4.4.2 Socket G1 Cooling Kit Installation.................................................................. 51
4.4.3 SO-DIMM Installation..................................................................................... 53
4.5 JUMPER SETTINGS .................................................................................................... 54
4.5.1 AT/ATX Power Select....................................................................................... 54
4.5.2 Clear CMOS..................................................................................................... 55
4.5.3 COM 5 Function Select.................................................................................... 56
4.5.4 COM 6 Function Select.................................................................................... 57
4.5.5 LVDS Voltage Select......................................................................................... 58
4.5.6 LVDS Panel Resolution Select......................................................................... 59
4.5.7 PCI-104 Voltage Setup..................................................................................... 60
4.6 CHASSIS INSTALLATION............................................................................................ 61
4.6.1 Airflow.............................................................................................................. 61
4.6.2 Motherboard Installation................................................................................. 61
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4.7 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL DEVICE CONNECTIONS........................................................ 62
4.7.1 Audio Kit Installation....................................................................................... 62
4.7.2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector............................................................................ 63
4.7.3 PCIe Mini Card Installation............................................................................ 64
4.7.4 SATA Drive Connection ................................................................................... 65
4.7.5 Four Serial Port Connector............................................................................. 66
4.7.6 USB Cable........................................................................................................ 67
4.8 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTION................................................... 68
4.8.1 HDMI Display Device Connection.................................................................. 69
4.8.2 LAN Connection (Single Connector)............................................................... 70
4.9 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION........................................................................................ 71
5 BIOS SCREENS........................................................................................................... 73
5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 74
5.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 74
5.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 74
5.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 75
5.1.4 Unable to Reboot After Configuration Changes.............................................. 75
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar................................................................................................ 75
5.2 MAIN........................................................................................................................ 76
5.3 ADVANCED ............................................................................................................... 77
5.3.1 ACPI Configuration......................................................................................... 78
5.3.2 T rusted Computing........................................................................................... 79
5.3.3 CPU Configuration.......................................................................................... 80
5.3.4 SATA Configuration ......................................................................................... 81
5.3.5 USB Configuration........................................................................................... 82
5.3.6 Super IO Configuration ................................................................................... 84
5.3.6.1 COM n Configuration............................................................................... 84
5.3.7 H/W Monitor.................................................................................................... 91
5.3.8 Serial Port Console Redirection...................................................................... 94
5.3.8.1 Console Redirection Settings.................................................................... 95
5.4 CHIPSET ................................................................................................................... 96
5.4.1 North Bridge Configuration............................................................................. 97
5.4.2 South Bridge Configuration............................................................................. 98
5.4.3 Intel IGD SWSCI OpRegion........................................................................... 100
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5.5 BOOT...................................................................................................................... 102
5.6 SECURITY............................................................................................................... 103
5.7 EXIT....................................................................................................................... 104
A BIOS MENU OPTIONS........................................................................................... 106
B ONE KEY RECOVERY........................................................................................... 109
B.1 ONE KEY RECOVERY INTRODUCTION.....................................................................110
B.1.1 System Requirement........................................................................................111
B.1.2 Supported Operating System..........................................................................112
B.2 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR WINDOWS.........................................................................113
B.2.1 Hardware and BIOS Setup .............................................................................113
B.2.2 Create Partitions............................................................................................114
B.2.3 Install Operating System, Drivers and Applications......................................117
B.2.4 Build-up Recovery Partition...........................................................................118
B.2.5 Create Factory Default Image....................................................................... 120
B.3 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR LINUX.............................................................................. 125
B.4 RECOVERY TOOL FUNCTIONS ................................................................................ 128
B.4.1 Factory Restore............................................................................................. 130
B.4.2 Backup System............................................................................................... 131
B.4.3 Restore Your Last Backup.............................................................................. 132
B.4.4 Manual........................................................................................................... 133
B.5 OTHER INFORMATION............................................................................................ 134
B.5.1 Using AHCI Mode or ALi M5283 / VIA VT6421A Controller....................... 134
B.5.2 System Memory Requirement ........................................................................ 136
C TERMINOLOGY ..................................................................................................... 137
D WATCHDOG TIMER .............................................................................................. 142
E HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE ....................................................... 145
E.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ..................................... 146
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: NOVA-HM551...............................................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Connectors ..................................................................................................................3
Figure 1-3: NOVA-HM551 Dimensions (mm)................................................................................4
Figure 1-4: NOVA-HM551 Dimensions (mm)................................................................................5
Figure 1-5: Data Flow Block Diagram...........................................................................................6
Figure 3-1: Connector and Jumper Locations...........................................................................15
Figure 3-2: Audio Connector Location.......................................................................................18
Figure 3-3: Battery Connector Location.....................................................................................19
Figure 3-4: Digital I/O Connector Locations ..............................................................................20
Figure 3-5: CPU Fan Connector Location..................................................................................21
Figure 3-6: +12V Fan Connector Locations...............................................................................22
Figure 3-7: Front Panel Connector Location .............................................................................23
Figure 3-8: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Location....................................................................24
Figure 3-9: Backlight Inverter Connector Location...................................................................25
Figure 3-10: LVDS Connector Location......................................................................................26
Figure 3-11: Parallel Port Connector Location..........................................................................27
Figure 3-12: PCI-104 Connector Location..................................................................................28
Figure 3-13: PCIe Mini Card Slot Location.................................................................................30
Figure 3-14: PCIe x16 Slot Location ...........................................................................................31
Figure 3-15: CPU 12V Power Connector Location....................................................................33
Figure 3-16: Power Button Location...........................................................................................34
Figure 3-17: SATA Drive Connector Locations.........................................................................35
Figure 3-18: SATA Power Connector Locations .......................................................................36
Figure 3-19: COM Connector Pinout Locations ........................................................................36
Figure 3-20: Serial Port Connector Location.............................................................................38
Figure 3-21: SMBus Connector Location...................................................................................39
Figure 3-22: SPI Flash Connector Locations.............................................................................40
Figure 3-23: USB Connector Pinout Locations.........................................................................40
Figure 3-24: VGA Connector Location .......................................................................................41
Figure 3-25: NOVA-HM551 External Peripheral Interface Connector......................................42
Figure 3-26: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector......................................................................................43
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Figure 4-1: Make sure the CPU socket retention screw is unlocked ......................................50
Figure 4-2: Lock the CPU Socket Retention Screw...................................................................51
Figure 4-3: Cooling Kit Support Bracket....................................................................................52
Figure 4-4: SO-DIMM Installation................................................................................................53
Figure 4-5: Jumper Locations.....................................................................................................54
Figure 4-6: AT/ATX Power Select Jumper Location..................................................................55
Figure 4-7: Clear CMOS Jumper .................................................................................................56
Figure 4-8: COM 5 Function Select Jumper Location...............................................................57
Figure 4-9: COM 6 Function Select Jumper Location...............................................................58
Figure 4-10: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Locations .........................................................59
Figure 4-11:LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Pinout Locations...............................................60
Figure 4-12: PCI-104 Voltage Jumper Location.........................................................................61
Figure 4-13: Audio Kit Cable Connection ..................................................................................62
Figure 4-14: Keyboard/mouse Y-cable Connection..................................................................64
Figure 4-15: PCIe Mini Card Installation.....................................................................................65
Figure 4-16: SATA Drive Connection..........................................................................................66
Figure 4-17: Four Serial Port Connector....................................................................................67
Figure 4-18: Serial Device Connector.........................................................................................67
Figure 4-19: Dual USB Cable Connection..................................................................................68
Figure 4-20: HDMI Connection....................................................................................................69
Figure 4-21: LAN Connection......................................................................................................70
Figure 4-22: Introduction Screen................................................................................................71
Figure 4-23: Available Drivers.....................................................................................................72
Figure B-1: IEI One Key Recovery Tool Menu........................................................................ 110
Figure B-2: Launching the Recovery Tool.............................................................................. 114
Figure B-3: Recovery Tool Setup Menu .................................................................................. 115
Figure B-4: Command Mode..................................................................................................... 115
Figure B-5: Partition Creation Commands.............................................................................. 116
Figure B-6: Launching the Recovery Tool.............................................................................. 118
Figure B-7: System Configuration for Windows .................................................................... 118
Figure B-8: Build-up Recovery Partition................................................................................. 119
Figure B-9: Press any key to continue.................................................................................... 119
Figure B-10: Press F3 to Boot into Recovery Mode............................................................... 120
Figure B-11: Recovery Tool Menu ........................................................................................... 120
Figure B-12: About Symantec Ghost Window........................................................................ 121
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Figure B-13: Symantec Ghost Path ......................................................................................... 121
Figure B-14: Select a Local Source Drive ............................................................................... 122
Figure B-15: Select a Source Partition from Basic Drive ...................................................... 122
Figure B-16: File Name to Copy Image to ............................................................................... 123
Figure B-17: Compress Image.................................................................................................. 123
Figure B-18: Image Creation Confirmation............................................................................. 124
Figure B-19: Image Creation Process...................................................................................... 124
Figure B-20: Image Creation Complete................................................................................... 124
Figure B-21: Press Any Key to Continue................................................................................ 125
Figure B-22: Partitions for Linux.............................................................................................. 126
Figure B-23: System Configuration for Linux......................................................................... 127
Figure B-24: Access menu.lst in Linux (Text Mode).............................................................. 127
Figure B-25: Recovery Tool Menu ........................................................................................... 128
Figure B-26: Recovery Tool Main Menu.................................................................................. 129
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Figure B-27: Restore Factory Default...................................................................................... 130
Figure B-28: Recovery Complete Window.............................................................................. 130
Figure B-29: Backup System.................................................................................................... 131
Figure B-30: System Backup Complete Window ................................................................... 131
Figure B-31: Restore Backup................................................................................................... 132
Figure B-32: Restore System Backup Complete Window..................................................... 132
Figure B-33: Symantec Ghost Window ................................................................................... 133
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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications..............................................................................................8
Table 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors...............................................................................17
Table 3-2: Rear Panel Connectors..............................................................................................17
Table 3-3: Audio Connector Pinouts ..........................................................................................18
Table 3-4: Battery Connector Pinouts........................................................................................19
Table 3-5: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts....................................................................................20
Table 3-6: CPU Fan Connector Pinouts......................................................................................21
Table 3-7: +12V Fan Connector Pinouts.....................................................................................22
Table 3-8: Front Panel Connector Pinouts.................................................................................23
Table 3-9: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Pinouts .......................................................................24
Table 3-10: Backlight Inverter Connector Pinouts....................................................................25
Table 3-11: LVDS Connector Pinouts.........................................................................................26
Table 3-12: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts .............................................................................27
Table 3-13: PCI-104 Connector Pinouts .....................................................................................29
Table 3-14: PCIe Mini Card Slot Pinouts ....................................................................................31
Table 3-15: PCIe x16 Side A Pinouts ..........................................................................................32
Table 3-16: PCIe x16 Side B Pinouts ..........................................................................................33
Table 3-17: CPU 12V Power Connector Pinouts........................................................................33
Table 3-18: SATA Drive Connector Pinouts...............................................................................35
Table 3-19: SATA Power Connector Pinouts.............................................................................36
Table 3-20: Serial Port Connector Pinouts ................................................................................37
Table 3-21: Serial Port Connector Pinouts ................................................................................38
Table 3-22: SMBus Connector Pinouts ......................................................................................39
Table 3-23: SPI Flash Connector Pinouts ..................................................................................40
Table 3-24: USB Port Connector Pinouts...................................................................................41
Table 3-25: VGA Connector Pinouts...........................................................................................41
Table 3-26: LAN Pinouts ..............................................................................................................43
Table 3-27: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector LEDs.............................................................................43
Table 3-28: HDMI Connector Pinouts .........................................................................................44
Table 4-1: Jumpers.......................................................................................................................54
Table 4-2: AT/ATX Power Select Jumper Settings....................................................................55
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Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings....................................................................................56
Table 4-4: COM 5 Function Select Jumper Settings.................................................................57
Table 4-5: COM 6 Function Select Jumper Settings.................................................................58
Table 4-6: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Settings................................................................59
Table 4-7: LVDS1 Panel Resolution Jumper Setting.................................................................60
Table 4-8: PCI-104 Voltage Jumper Settings .............................................................................61
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys................................................................................................75
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List of BIOS Menus
BIOS Menu 1: Main.......................................................................................................................76
BIOS Menu 2: Advanced..............................................................................................................77
BIOS Menu 3: ACPI Configuration..............................................................................................78
BIOS Menu 4: TPM Configuration...............................................................................................79
BIOS Menu 5: CPU Configuration...............................................................................................80
BIOS Menu 6: IDE Configuration.................................................................................................81
BIOS Menu 7: USB Configuration...............................................................................................82
BIOS Menu 8: Super IO Configuration........................................................................................84
BIOS Menu 9: COM n Configuration Menu.................................................................................84
BIOS Menu 10: Hardware Health Configuration........................................................................91
BIOS Menu 11: Serial Port Console Redirection.......................................................................94
BIOS Menu 12: Console Redirection Settings...........................................................................95
BIOS Menu 13: Chipset................................................................................................................96
BIOS Menu 14:North Bridge Chipset Configuration.................................................................97
BIOS Menu 15:South Bridge Chipset Configuration.................................................................98
BIOS Menu 16: Intel IGD SWSCI OpRegion ............................................................................ 100
BIOS Menu 17: Boot.................................................................................................................. 102
BIOS Menu 18: Security............................................................................................................ 103
BIOS Menu 19:Exit..................................................................................................................... 104
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Chapter
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1 Introduction
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1.1 Introduction
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Figure 1-1: NOVA-HM551
The NOVA-HM551 5.25” motherboard is a Socket G1 32nm Intel® Core™ i3, i5 and i7
processor platform. Up to two 4.0 GB 800 MHz or 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMMs
are supported by the NOVA-HM551.
The integrated Intel® HM55 Express Chipset supports two GbE LA N port throug h the dual
Realtek RTL8111E Ethernet controllers (with ASF 2.0 support). The NOVA-HM551 also
supports four SATA 3Gb/s drives and provides 5 V SATA power.
The NOVA-HM551 supports dual display via VGA, two HDMI and an internal LVDS
connector. Eight USB 2.0 channels, one PCIe x16 socket, two PCIe mini sockets and one
PCI-104 slot provide flexible expansion options. High Definition Audio (HDA) support
ensures HDA devices can be easily implemented on the NOVA-HM551. Serial device
connectivity is provided by four internal RS-232 and two internal RS-232/422/485
connectors.
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1.2 Connectors
The connectors on the NOVA-HM551 are shown in the figure below.
Figure 1-2: Connectors
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1.3 Dimensions
The dimensions of the board are listed below:
Length: 193.04 mm
Width: 146.05 mm
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Figure 1-3: NOVA-HM551 Dimensions (mm)
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Figure 1-4: NOVA-HM551 Dimensions (mm)
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1.4 Data Flow
5Figure 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.
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Figure 1-5: Data Flow Block Diagram
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1.5 Technical Specifications
NOVA-HM551 technical specifications are listed in table below.
Specification NOVA-HM551
Form Factor
Socket
CPU Supported
Express Chipset
Memory
Graphics Engine
Audio
LAN
Super I/O
5.25”
Socket G1 (rPGA988A)
32 nm Intel® Core™ i3 processor
32 nm Intel® Core™ i5 processor
32 nm Intel® Core™ i7 processor (the i7 dual-core series
supports integrated graphics but not the i7 quad-core series)
Intel® HM55
Two 204-pin SO-DIMM sockets support two 800/1066 MHz
DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMMs (system max. 8 GB)
Gen 5.75 with 12 Execution Units DirectX* 10, OpenGL* 2.1
Realtek ALC888 HD 7.1 channel audio codec
Dual Realtek RTL8111E PCIe GbE controllers (LAN1 with
ASF 2.0 support)
Fintek F81865
BIOS
Digital I/O
Watchdog Timer
TPM
Expansion
PCIe
PCI-104
I/O Interface Connectors
Audio Connector
UEFI BIOS
8-bit digital I/O (4-bit input/4-bit output)
Software programmable supports 1~2 55 sec. system reset
Optional on-board Infineon SLB9635TT1.2 module
Two PCIe Mini slots
One PCIe x16 slot
One PCI-104 slot
One internal audio connector (10-pin header)
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Display Ports
Ethernet
Serial Ports
USB 2.0/1.1 Ports
Parallel Port
Keyboard/Mouse
Fan Connectors
SMBus
Storage
Serial ATA
One internal VGA port (1 0-pin box header)
Two HDMI port (up to 108 0p)
One internal 18/24-bit dual-channel LVDS connector
Two RJ-45 GbE port s
Four RS-232 via one 40-pin header
Two RS-232/422/485 via two 14–pin headers
Eight internal USB ports via four 8-pin headers
One internal parallel port via one 26-pin header
One keyboard/mouse connector via one 6-pin wafer
One 4-pin CPU fan connector
One 3-pin system fan connector
One SMBus connector via one 4-pin wafer
Four SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
Two 5V SATA power connectors
Environmental and Power Specifications
Power Supply
Power Connector
Power Consumption
Operating Temperature
Humidity
Physical Specifications
Dimensions
Weight GW/NW
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications
12 V only
ATX and AT power supported
One internal 4-pin Molex power connector for power supply
12V@4.67A (2.66 GHz Intel® Core™ i7 620M CPU with two
1333 MHz 4 GB DDR3 SO-DIMMs)
-10ºC ~ 60ºC (requires cooler and silicone heat sink paste)
5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
203 mm x 146 mm
800 g / 300 g
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Chapter
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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.
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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-HM551 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-HM551 was purchased from or contact an IEI sales
representative directly by sending an email to
The NOVA-HM551 is shipped with the following components:
Quantity Item and Part Number Image
1 NOVA-HM551 motherboard
1 Audio cable
(P/N: 32000-072100-RS)
1 Keyboard and mouse Y cable
(P/N: 32000-023800-RS)
1 Quad RS-232 cable
32sales@iei.com.tw.
(P/N: 32100-147900-RS)
2 SATA and 5 V power cable
(P/N: 32801-000201-100-RS)
1 USB cable
(P/N: 32000-044300-RS)
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1 VGA cable
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(P/N: 32000-033800-RS)
1 Mini jumper pack (2.0mm)
(P/N: 33100-000033-RS)
1 Utility CD
1 Quick Installation Guide
2.3.1 Optional Items
The following are optional components which may be separately purchased:
Item and Part Number Image
CPU cooler for 55 W mobile processor
(P/N: CF-989A-RS-R11)
CPU cooler for 50 W mobile processor
(P/N: CF-989B-RS)
Dual USB cable (w bracket)
(P/N:CB-USB02A-RS)
LPT cable (wo bracket)
(P/N: 32200-015100-RS)
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SATA to IDE/CompactFlash® converter board
(P/N: SAIDE-KIT01-R10)
RS-232/422/485 cable
(P/N: 32205-000300-100-RS)
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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 NOVA-HM551 Layout
The figures below show all the connectors and jumpers.
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
Battery connector 2-pin wafer BAT1
DDR3 SO-DIMM socket 204-pin socket DIMM1
DDR3 SO-DIMM socket 204-pin socket DIMM2
Digital I/O connector 10-pin header DIO1
Fan connector (CPU) 4-pin wafer CPU_FAN1
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Fan connector (system) 3-pin wafer SYS_FAN1
Front panel connector 10-pin header F_PANEL1
Keyboard and mouse connector 6-pin wafer KB_MS1
LVDS backlight inverter connector 5-pin wafer INVERTER1
LVDS LCD connector 30-pin crimp L V DS1
Parallel port connector 25-pin header LPT1
PCI-104 slot PCI-104 slot PC104_PLUS
PCIe Mini card slot PCIe Mini card slot CN3
PCIe Mini card slot PCIe Mini card slot CN4
PCIe x16 slot PCIe x16 slot CONN1
Power connector (+12V, power supply) 4-pin connector PWR2
Power button Push button PWR_SW1
RS-232 serial port connector 40-pin header COM1
RS-232/422/485 serial port connector 14-pi n header COM5
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RS-232/422/485 serial port connector 14-pi n header COM6
Serial ATA (SA TA) drive connector 7-pin SATA S_ATA1
Serial ATA (SA TA) drive connector 7-pin SATA S_ATA2
Serial ATA (SA TA) drive connector 7-pin SATA S_ATA5
Serial ATA (SA TA) drive connector 7-pin SATA S_ATA6
SATA power connector 2-pin wafer SATA_PWR1
SATA power connector 2-pin wafer SATA_PWR2
SMBus connector 4-pin wafer SMB1
SPI Flash connector 8-pin wafer JSPI1
USB connector 8-pin header USB1
USB connector 8-pin header USB2
USB connector 8-pin header USB3
USB connector 8-pin header USB4
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
Ethernet connector RJ-45 LAN1
Ethernet connector RJ-45 LAN2
HDMI HDMI port HDMI1
HDMI HDMI port HDMI2
Table 3-2: Rear Panel Connectors
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3.2 Internal Peripheral Connectors
The section describes all of the connectors on the NOVA-HM551.
3.2.1 Audio Connector
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CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The audio connector is connected to external audio devices including speakers and
microphones for the input and output of audio signals to and from the system.
AUDIO1
10-pin header (2x5)
Figure 3-2
See
Table 3-3
See
Figure 3-2: Audio Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 MIC-L 2 ANALOG GND
3 MIC-R 4 PRESENCE#
5 LINE-R 6 MIC-JD
7 FRONT-IO 8 NC
9 LINE-L 10 INE-JD
Table 3-3: Audio Connector Pinouts
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3.2.2 Battery Connector
CN Label: BAT1
CN Type:
CN Location:
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.
Figure 3-3: Battery Connector Location
2-pin wafer (1x2)
Figure 3-3
See
Table 3-4
See
Pin Description
1 Battery+ (+3.3V)
2 Ground
Table 3-4: Battery Connector Pinouts
3.2.3 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.
10-pin header
Figure 3-4
See
Table 3-5
See
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Figure 3-4: Digital I/O Connector Locations
Pin Description Pin Description
1 GND 2 +5V
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 3-5: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts
3.2.4 Fan Connector (CPU)
CN Label: CPU_FAN1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The fan connector attaches to a CPU cooling fan.
4-pin wafer (1x4)
Figure 3-5
See
Table 3-6
See
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Figure 3-5: CPU Fan Connector Location
Pin Description
1 GROUND
2 +12V
3 CPUFANIN
4 CPUFANOUT
Table 3-6: CPU Fan Connector Pinouts
3.2.5 Fan Connector (System)
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The cooling fan connector provides a 12V, 500mA current to the cooling fan. The
connector has a "rotation" pin to get rotation signals from fans and notify the system so the
system BIOS can recognize the fan speed. Please note that only specified fans can issue
the rotation signals.
SYS_FAN1
3-pin wafer (1x3)
6Figure 3-6
See
6Table 3-7
See
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Figure 3-6: +12V Fan Connector Locations
Pin Description
1 SYSFANIN0
2 +12V
3 GND
Table 3-7: +12V Fan Connector Pinouts
3.2.6 Front Panel Connector
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The front panel connector connects to external switches and indicators to monitor and
controls the motherboard. These indicators and switches include:
Power button
Reset
Power LED
HDD LED
F_PANEL1
10-pin header (1x10)
Figure 3-7
See
Table 3-8
See
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Figure 3-7: Front Panel Connector Location
Function Pin Description Function Pin Description
1 NC 6 PWR_LED+
2 PWR_BTN+ 7 PWR_LED+ Power Button
3 PWR_BTN4 HDD_LED+ 9 RESET+ HDD LED
5 HDD_LED-
Power LED
8 PWR_LED-
Reset
10 RESET-
Table 3-8: Front Panel Connector Pinouts
3.2.7 Keyboard/Mouse Connector
CN Label: KB_MS1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The keyboard/mouse connector connects to a PS/2 Y-cable that can be connected to a
PS/2 keyboard and mouse.
6-pin wafer (1x6)
Figure 3-8
See
Table 3-9
See
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Figure 3-8: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Location
Pin Description
1 +5 VCC
2 MS DATA
3 MS CLK
4 KB DATA
5 KB CLK
6 GROUND
Table 3-9: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Pinouts
3.2.8 Backlight Inverter Connector
CN Label: INVERTER1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The backlight inverter connector provides power to an LCD panel.
5-pin wafer (1x5)
Figure 3-9
See
Table 3-10
See
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Figure 3-9: Backlight Inverter Connector Location
Pin Description
1 BRIGHTNESS
2 GROUND1
3 +12 V
4 GROUND2
5 BACKLIGHT ENABLE
Table 3-10: Backlight Inverter Connector Pinouts
3.2.9 LVDS LCD Connector
CN Label: LVDS1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The LVDS connector is for an LCD panel connected to the board.
30-pin crimp (2x15)
Figure 3-10
See
Table 3-11
See
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Figure 3-10: LVDS Connector 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 VCC_LCD 28 VCC_LCD
29 VCC_LCD 30 VCC_LCD
Table 3-11: LVDS Connector Pinouts
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3.2.10 Parallel Port Connector
CN Label: LPT1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
26-pin box header
Figure 3-11
See
Table 3-12
See
The parallel port connector connects to a parallel port connector interface or some other
parallel port device such as a printer.
Figure 3-11: Parallel Port Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 STROBE# 14 AUTO FORM FEED #
2 DATA0 15 ERROR#
3 DATA1 16 INITIALIZE#
4 DATA2 17 PRINTER SELECT LN#
5 DATA3 18 GND
6 DATA4 19 GND
7 DATA5 20 GND
8 DATA6 21 GND
9 DATA7 22 GND
10 ACKNOWLEDGE# 23 GND
11 BUSY 24 GND
12 PAPER EMPTY 25 GND
13 PRINTER SELECT 26
N/C
Table 3-12: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts
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3.2.11 PCI-104 Connector
CN Label: PCI104_PLUS1
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CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
PCI-104 connector
Figure 3-12
See
Table 3-13
See
The PCI-104 connector is for installing a PCI-104 expansion card.
Figure 3-12: PCI-104 Connector Location
Pin Row A Row B Row C Row D
1 GND RESERVED1 +5V AD0
2 VIO1 AD2 AD1 +5V
3 AD5 GND AD4 AD3
4 CBE0- AD7 GND AD6
5 GND AD9 AD8 GND
6 AD11 VIO2 AD10 M66EN
7 AD14 AD13 GND AD12
8 +3V CBE1- AD15 +3V
9 SERR- GND SBO- PAR
10 GND PERR- +3V SDONE
11 STOP- +3V LOCK- GND
12 +3V TRDY- GND DEVSEL-
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Pin Row A Row B Row C Row D
13 FRAME- GND IRDY- +3V
14 GND AD16 +3V CBE215 AD18 +3V AD17 GND
16 AD21 AD20 GND AD19
17 +3V AD23 AD22 +3V
18 IDSEL0 GND IDSEL1- IDSEL2
19 AD24 CBE3- VIO4 IDSEL3
20 GND AD26 AD25 GND
21 AD29 +5V AD28 AD27
22 +5V AD30 GND AD31
23 REQ0- GND REQ1- VIO5
24 GND REQ2- +5V GNT025 GNT1- VIO3 GNT2- GND
26 +5V PCICLK0 GND PCICLK1
27 PCICLK2 +5V PCICLK3 GND
28 GND INTD- +5V PCIRST29 +12V INTA- INTB- INTC30 -12V RESERVED2 RESERVED3 GND
Table 3-13: PCI-104 Connector Pinouts
3.2.12 PCIe Mini Card Slots
CN Label: CN3, CN4
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The PCIe Mini card slot is for installing PCIe Mini expansion cards.
PCIe Mini card slot
6Figure 3-13
See
Table 3-14
See
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Figure 3-13: PCIe Mini Card Slot Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 PCIE_WAKE# 2 VCC3
3 N/C 4 GND
5 N/C 6 1.5V
7 N/C 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
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
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Pin Description Pin Description
49 N/C 50 GND
51 N/C 52 VCC3
Table 3-14: PCIe Mini Card Slot Pinouts
3.2.13 PCI Express x16 Slot
CN Label: CONN1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
PCIe x16 slot
Figure 3-14
See
Table 3-15 (Side A) Table 3-16 (Side B)
See
The PCIe x16 expansion cards slot is for PCIe x16 expansion cards.
Figure 3-14: PCIe x16 Slot Location
Pin Description Pin Description Pin Description Pin Description
A1 Name A22 HSIn(1) A43 HSIp(6) A64 HSIp(11)
A2 PRSNT#1 A23 GND A44 HSIn(6) A65 HSIn(11)
A3 +12v A24 GND A45 GND A66 GND
A4 +12v A25 HSIp(2) A46 GND A67 GND
A5 GND A26 HSIn(2) A47 HSIp(7) A68 HSIp(12)
A6 JTAG2 A27 GND A48 HSIn(7) A69 HSIn(12)
A7 JTAG3 A28 GND A49 GND A70 GND
A8 JTAG4 A29 HSIp(3) A50 RSVD A71 GND
A9 JTAG5 A30 HSIn(3) A51 GND A72 HSIp(13)
A10 +3.3v A31 GND A52 HSIp(8) A73 HSIn(13)
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Pin Description Pin Description Pin Description Pin Description
A11 +3.3v A32 RSVD A53 HSIn(8) A74 GND
A12 PWRGD A33 RSVD A54 GND A75 GND
A13 GND A34 GND A55 GND A76 HSIp(14)
A14 REFCLK+ A35 HSIp(4) A56 HSIp(9) A77 HSIn(14)
A15 REFCLK- A36 HSIn(4) A57 HSIn(9) A78 GND
A16 GND A37 GND A58 GND A79 GND
A17 HSIp(0) A38 GND A59 GND A80 HSIp(15)
A18 HSIn(0) A39 HSIp(5) A60 HSIp(10) A81 HSIn(15)
A19 GND A40 HSIn(5) A61 HSIn(10) A82 GND
A20 RSVD A41 GND A62 GND
A21 GND A42 GND A63 GND
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Table 3-15: PCIe x16 Side A Pinouts
Pin Description Pin Description Pin Description Pin Description
B1 +12v B22 GND B43 GND B64 GND
B2 +12v B23 HSOp(2) B44 GND B65 GND
B3 RSVD B24 HSOn(2) B45 HSOp(7) B66 HSOp(12)
B4 GND B25 GND B46 HSOn(7) B67 HSOn(12)
B5 SMCLK B26 GND B47 GND B68 GND
B6 SMDAT B27 HSOp(3) B48 PRSNT#2 B69 GND
B7 GND B28 HSOn(3) B49 GND B70 HSOp(13)
B8 +3.3v B29 GND B50 HSOp(8) B71 HSOn(13)
B9 JTAG1 B30 RSVD B51 HSOn(8) B72 GND
B10 3.3 Vaux B31 PRSNT#2 B52 GND B73 GND
B11 WAKE# B32 GND B53 GND B74 HSOp(14)
B12 RSVD B33 HSOp(4) B54 HSOp(9) B75 HSOn(14)
B13 GND B34 HSOn(4) B55 HSOn(9) B76 GND
B14 HSOp(0) B35 GND B56 GND B77 GND
B15 HSOn(0) B36 GND B57 GND B78 HSOp(15)
B16 GND B37 HSOp(5) B58 HSOp(10) B79 HSOn(15)
B17 PRSNT#2 B38 HSOn(5) B59 HSOn(10) B80 GND
B18 GND B39 GND B60 GND B81 PRSNT#2
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Pin Description Pin Description Pin Description Pin Description
B19 HSOp(1) B40 GND B61 GND B82 RSVD#2
B20 HSOn(1) B41 HSOp(6) B62 HSOp(11)
B21 GND B42 HSOn(6) B63 HSOn(11)
Table 3-16: PCIe x16 Side B Pinouts
3.2.14 Power Connector (+12V)
CN Label: PWR2
CN T ype:
CN Location: See
CN Pinouts: See
4-pin Molex power connector (1x4)
Figure 3-15
Table 3-17
The connector supports the 12V power supply.
Figure 3-15: CPU 12V Power Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 GND 2 GND
3 +12V 4 +12V
Table 3-17: CPU 12V Power Connector Pinouts
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3.2.15 Power Button
CN Label: PWR_SW1
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CN T ype:
CN Location: See
Push button
Figure 3-16
Use the on-board power button to power on/off the motherboard.
Figure 3-16: Power Button Location
3.2.16 SATA Drive Connectors
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CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
S_ATA1, S_ATA2, S_ATA5, S_ATA6
7-pin SATA drive connectors
6Figure 3-17
See
6Table 3-18
See
The two SATA 3Gb/s drive connectors are each connected to a SATA 3Gb/s drive. The
SATA 3Gb/s drives transfer data at speeds as high as 3.0 Gb/s.
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Figure 3-17: SATA Drive Connector Locations
Pin Description
1 GND
2 TX+
3 TX4 GND
5 RX6 RX+
7 GND
Table 3-18: SATA Drive Connector Pinouts
3.2.17 SATA Power Connectors
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
SATA_PWR1, SATA_PWR2
2-pin wafer (1x2)
See Figure 3-18
See Table 3-19
The SATA Power Connectors provides +5V power output to the SATA connectors.
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Figure 3-18: SATA Power Connector Locations
Pin Description
1 +5V
2 GND
Table 3-19: SATA Power Connector Pinouts
3.2.18 Serial Port Connector (RS-232)
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
This connector provides RS-232 connections for four serial ports.
COM1
40-pin header (2x20)
6Figure 3-19
See
6Table 3-20
See
Figure 3-19: COM Connector Pinout Locations
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Pin Description Pin Description
1
3
5
7
9
11
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD1#) 2 DATA SET READY (DSR1#)
RECEIVE DATA (RXD1) 4 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS1#)
TRANSMIT DATA (TXD1) 6 CLEAR TO SEND (CTS1#)
DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR1#) 8 RING INDICATOR (RI1#)
GND 10 GND
DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD2#) 12 DATA SET READY (DSR2#)
RECEIVE DATA (RXD2) 14 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS2#)
TRANSMIT DATA (TXD2) 16 CLEAR TO SEND (CTS2#)
DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR2#) 18 RING INDICATOR (RI2#)
GND 20 GND
DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD3#) 22 DATA SET READY (DSR3#)
RECEIVE DATA (RXD3) 24 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS3#)
TRANSMIT DATA (TXD3) 26 CLEAR TO SEND (CTS3#)
DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR3#) 28 RING INDICATOR (RI3#)
GND 30 GND
DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD4#) 32 DATA SET READY (DSR4#)
33
35
37
39
RECEIVE DATA (RXD4) 34 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS4#)
TRANSMIT DATA (TXD4) 36 CLEAR TO SEND (CTS4#)
DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR4#) 38 RING INDICATOR (RI4#)
GND 40 GND
Table 3-20: Serial Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.19 Serial Port Connectors (RS-232/422/485)
CN Label: COM5, COM6
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
Used for RS-232/422/485 communications.
14-pin header (2x7)
See Figure 3-20
See Table 3-21
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Figure 3-20: Serial Port Connector Location
Pin DESCRIPTION Pin DESCRIPTION
1 DATA CARRIER DETECT (DCD#) 2 DATA SET READY (DSR#)
3 RECEIVE DATA (RXD) 4 REQUEST TO SEND (RTS#)
5 TRANSMIT DATA (TXD) 6 CLEAR TO SEND (CTS#)
7 DATA TERMINAL READY (DTR#) 8 RING INDICATOR (RI#)
9 GND 10 GND
11 TXD485+ 12 TXD485#
13 RXD485+ 14 RXD485#
Table 3-21: Serial Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.20 SMBus Connector
CN Label: SMB1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The SMBus (System Management Bus) connector provides low-speed system
management communications.
4-pin wafer
Figure 3-21
See
Table 3-22
See
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Figure 3-21: SMBus Connector Location
Pin Description
1 GND
2 SMB_DATA
3 SMB_CLK
4 +5V
Table 3-22: SMBus Connector Pinouts
3.2.21 SPI Flash Connector
CN Label: JSPI1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The 8-pin SPI Flash connector is used to flash the BIOS.
8-pin wafer (1x6)
Figure 3-22
See
Table 3-23
See
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Figure 3-22: SPI Flash Connector Locations
NOVA-HM551 5.25" SBC
Pin Description Pin Description
1 SPI_VCC(+3.3V) 2 GND
3 SPI_CS#0 4 SPI_CLK
5 SPI_SO0 6 SPI_SI
7 N/C 8 N/C
Table 3-23: SPI Flash Connector Pinouts
3.2.22 USB Connectors
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
The USB connectors connect to USB devices. Each pin header provides two USB ports.
USB1, USB2, USB3, USB4
8-pin header (2x4)
See Figure 3-23
See Table 3-24
Figure 3-23: USB Connector Pinout Locations
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Pin Description Pin Description
1 VCC (+5V) 2 GND
3 DATA- 4 DATA+
5 DATA+ 6 DATA7 GND 8 VCC (+5V)
Table 3-24: USB Port Connector Pinouts
3.2.23 VGA Connector (Internal)
CN Label: VGA1
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
10-pin box header
Figure 3-24
See
Table 3-25
See
The VGA connector connects to a monitor.
Figure 3-24: VGA Connector Location
Pin Description Pin Description
1 RED 2 VDDCLK
3 GREEN 4 VDDCDA
5 BLUE 6 GND
7 HSYNC 8 GND
9 VSYNC 10 CRT_PLUG#
Table 3-25: VGA Connector Pinouts
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NOTE:
The Intel® HD Graphics is NOT integrated in all the Intel® Core™ i7 Desktop
processor family and Intel® Core™ i5-700 series processor. An additional
graphic card must be installed in order to support display output. Otherwise, the
display will show “No display output” when connected to the on-board VGA port.
Reference Intel® Core i3 Desktop CPU:
http://ark.intel.com/ProductCollection.aspx?familyID=43129&MarketSegment=DT
Intel® Core
http://ark.intel.com/ProductCollection.aspx?familyID=42912&MarketSegment=DT
Intel® Core i7 Desktop CPU:
http://ark.intel.com/ProductCollection.aspx?familyID=28037&MarketSegment=DT
i5 Desktop CPU:
3.3 External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel
6Figure 3-25 shows the NOVA-HM551 external peripheral interface connector (EPIC)
panel. The NOVA-HM551 EPIC panel consists of the following:
2 x Ethernet connectors
2 x HDMI connectors
Figure 3-25: NOVA-HM551 External Peripheral Interface Connector
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3.3.1 Ethernet Connector
CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
LAN1, LAN2
RJ-45
6Figure 3-25
See
6Table 3-26
See
The NOVA-HM551 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 MDI0+ 2 MDI0+
3 MDI1+ 4 MDI15 NC 6 NC
7 MDI2+ 8 MDI29 MDI3+ 10 MDI3-
Table 3-26: LAN Pinouts
The RJ-45 Ethernet connector has two status LEDs, one green and one yello w. The green
LED indicates activity on the port and the yellow LED indicates the speed. See
6Table
3-27.
Speed LED Activity/Link LED
STATUS
Off 10 Mbps connection Off No link
Green 100 Mbps connection Yellow Linked
Orange Gbps connection Blinking TX/RX activity 1
DESCRIPTION STATUS DESCRIPTION
Table 3-27: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector LEDs
Figure 3-26: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
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3.3.2 HDMI Connectors
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CN Label:
CN Type:
CN Location:
CN Pinouts:
HDMI1, HDMI2
HDMI type A connector
6Figure 3-25
See
6Table 3-28
See
The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector connects to digital audio or
video sources.
Pin Description Pin Description
1 HDMI_DATA2 13 N/C
2 GND 14 N/C
3 HDMI_DATA2# 15 HDMI_SCL
4 HDMI_DATA1 16 HDMI_SDA
5 GND 17 GND
6 HDMI_DATA1# 18 +5V
7 HDMI_DATA0 19 HDMI_HPD
8 GND 20 HDMI_GND
9 HDMI_DATA0# 21 HDMI_GND
10 HDMI_CLK 22 HDMI_GND
11 GND 23 HDMI_GND
12 HDMI_CLK#
Table 3-28: HDMI Connector Pinouts
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Chapter
4
4 Installation
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4.1 Anti-static Precautions
WARNING:
Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the
NOVA-HM551 may result in permanent damage to the NOVA-HM551
and severe injury to the user.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,
including the NOVA-HM551. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore
critical that whenever the NOVA-HM551 or any other electrical component is handled, the
following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
Wear an anti-static wristband: Wearing a simple ant i-static wristband can
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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 NOVA-HM551, place it on an
antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the
NOVA-HM551.
Only handle the edges of the PCB: When handling the PCB, hold the PCB
by the edges.
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4.2 Installation Considerations
NOTE:
The following installation notices and installation considerations should
be read and understood before the NOVA-HM551 is installed. All
installation notices pertaining to the installation of the NOVA-HM551
should be strictly adhered to. Failing to adhere to these precautions
may lead to severe damage of the NOVA-HM551 and injury to the
person installing the motherboard.
4.2.1 Installation Notices
WARNING:
The installation instructions described in this manual should be carefully
followed in order to prevent damage to the NOVA-HM551, NOVA-HM551
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-HM551
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-HM551 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-HM551 off:
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o When working with the NOVA-HM551, make sure that it is disconnected
Before and during the installation of the NOVA-HM551 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.
4.3 Unpacking
When the NOVA-HM551 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
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from all power supplies and that no electricity is being fed into the system.
contact the NOVA-HM551 vendor reseller/vendor where the NOVA-HM551 was
purchased or contact an IEI sales representative.
4.4 CPU, CPU Cooling Kit and SO-DIMM 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-HM551 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.
The CPU, CPU cooling kit and DIMM are the most critical components of the
NOVA-HM551. If one of these component is not installed the NOVA-HM551 cannot run.
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4.4.1 Socket G1 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.
To install a socket G1 CPU onto the NOVA-HM551, 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
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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
Step 5: Align the CPU pins. Carefully align the CPU pins with the holes in the CPU
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.
Figure 4-2.
See
Figure 4-1.
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Figure 4-2: Lock the CPU Socket Retention Screw
4.4.2 Socket G1 Cooling Kit Installation
An IEI Socket G1 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 o n 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
front of the motherboard.
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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
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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 NOVA-HM551. Carefully route the cable and avoid heat generating chips
and fan blades.Step 0:
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4.4.3 SO-DIMM Installation
To install an SO-DIMM, please follow the steps below and refer to Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4: SO-DIMM Installation
Step 1: Open the SO-DIMM socket handles. Open the two handles outwards as far as
they can. See
Step 2: Align the SO-DIMM with the socket. Align the SO-DIMM so the notch on the
memory lines up with the notch on the memory socket. See
Step 3: Insert the SO-DIMM. Once aligned, press down until the SO-DIMM is properly
seated. Clip the two handles into place. See
Step 4: Removing a SO-DIMM. To remove a SO-DIMM, push both handles outward.
The memory module is ejected by a mechanism in the socket.Step 0:
Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4.
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4.5 Jumper Settings
NOTE:
A jumper is a metal bridge used to close an
electrical circuit. It consists of two or three metal
pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a
plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect
them. To CLOSE/SHORT a jumper means
connecting the pins of the jumper with the plastic
clip and to OPEN a jumper means removing the
plastic clip from a jumper.
Before the NOVA-HM551 is installed in the system, the jumpers must be set in
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Figure 4-5: Jumper Locations
accordance with the desired configuration. The jumpers on the NOVA-HM551 are listed in
6Table 4-1.
Description Type Label
AT/ATX power mode setting 3-pin header J_ATXCTL1
Clear CMOS 3-pin header J_CMOS1
COM5 RS-232/422/485 select 8-pin header JP4
COM6 RS-232/422/485 select 8-pin header JP5
LVDS LCD voltage select 3-pin header J_VLVDS1
LVDS panel resolution select 8-pin header J_PID1
PCI-104 and VIO voltage select 3-pin header JP6
Table 4-1: Jumpers
4.5.1 AT/ATX Power Select
Jumper Label:
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Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
3-pin header (1x3)
Table 4-2
See
Figure 4-6
See
The AT/ATX Power Select jumper specifies the systems power mode as AT or ATX.
AT/ATX Power Select jumper settings are shown in
Setting Description
Short 1 - 2 Use ATX power (Default)
Short 2 – 3 Use AT power
Table 4-2.
Table 4-2: AT/ATX Power Select Jumper Settings
The location of the AT/ATX Power Select jumper is shown in Figure 4-6 below.
Figure 4-6: AT/ATX Power Select Jumper Location
4.5.2 Clear CMOS
Jumper Label:
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
If the NOVA-HM551 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
J_CMOS1
3-pin header (1x3)
6Table 4-3
See
6Figure 4-7
See
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cap to close pins 2 and 3 for a few seconds then reinstall the jumper clip back to pins 1
and 2.
If the “CMOS Settings Wrong” message is displayed during the boot up process, the fault
may be corrected by pressing the F1 to enter the CMOS Setup menu. Do one of the
following:
Enter the correct CMOS setting
Load Optimal Defaults
Load Failsafe Defaults.
After having done one of the above, save the changes and exit the CMOS Setup menu.
The clear CMOS jumper settings are shown in
Setting Description
Short 1 - 2 Keep CMOS Setup (Default)
Short 2 - 3 Clear CMOS Setup
6Table 4-3.
Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings
The location of the clear CMOS jumper is shown in 6Figure 4-7 below.
Figure 4-7: Clear CMOS Jumper
4.5.3 COM 5 Function Select
Jumper Label: JP4
Jumper Type:
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Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
The COM 5 Function Select jumper sets the communication protocol used by the third
serial communications port (COM 5) as RS-232, RS-422 or RS -485. The COM 5 Function
Select settings are shown in the table below.
Setting Description
Short 1-2 RS-232 (Default)
Short 3-4 RS-422
Short 5-6 RS-485
Short 5-6, 7-8 RS-485 with RTS control
See
Table 4-4
Figure 4-8
See
Table 4-4: COM 5 Function Select Jumper Settings
Figure 4-8: COM 5 Function Select Jumper Location
4.5.4 COM 6 Function Select
Jumper Label: JP5
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
8-pin header
See
See
Table 4-5
Figure 4-9
The COM 6 Function Select jumper sets the communication protocol used by the third
serial communications port (COM 6) as RS-232, RS-422 or RS -485. The COM 6 Function
Select settings are shown in the table below.
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Setting Description
Short 1-2 RS-232 (Default)
Short 3-4 RS-422
Short 5-6 RS-485
Short 5-6, 7-8 RS-485 with RTS control
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Table 4-5: COM 6 Function Select Jumper Settings
Figure 4-9: COM 6 Function Select Jumper Location
4.5.5 LVDS Voltage Select
WARNING:
Incorrect voltages can destroy the LCD panel. Make sure to select a
voltage that matches the voltage required by the LCD panel.
Jumper Label: J_VLVDS1
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
The LCD voltage selection jumper sets the voltage of the power supplied to the LCD
panel.
Setting Description
Short 1-2 +3.3 V (Default)
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3-pin header
Table 4-6
See
Figure 4-10
See
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Setting Description
Short 2-3 +5.0 V
Table 4-6: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Settings
Figure 4-10: LVDS Voltage Selection Jumper Locations
4.5.6 LVDS Panel Resolution Select
Jumper Label: J_PID1
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
8-pin header
Table 4-7
See
Figure 4-11
See
The LVDS Panel Resolution jumper configures the resolution of the LVDS output. The
LVDS Panel Resolution jumper settings are shown in
Pin Description
OFF 640 X 480 (18-bit)
Short 1-2 800 X 600 (18-bit) (Default)
Short 3-4 1024 X 768 (18-bit)
Short 1-2, 3-4 1024 X 768 (24-bit)
Short 5-6 1024 X 768 (48-bit)
Short 1-2, 5-6 1280 X 1024 (48-bit)
Table 4-6.
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Pin Description
Short 3-4, 5-6 1600 X 1200 (48-bit)
Short 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 1280 X 768 (18-bit)
Short 7-8 1280 X 800 (18-bit)
Short 1-2, 7-8 1366 X 768 (24-bit)
Short 3-4, 7-8 1440 X 900 (36-bit)
Short 1-2, 3-4, 7-8 1440 X 900 (48-bit)
Short 5-6, 7-8 1680 X 1050 (48-bit)
Short 1-2, 5-6, 7-8 1920 X 1080 (48-bit)
Short 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 1920 X 1200 (48-bit)
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Table 4-7: LVDS1 Panel Resolution Jumper Setting
Figure 4-11:LVDS Panel Resolution Jumper Pinout Locations
4.5.7 PCI-104 Voltage Setup
Jumper Label: JP6
Jumper Type:
Jumper Settings:
Jumper Location:
This jumper selects the voltage supplied to the PCI-104 expansion module.
Setting Description
Short 1-2 +5.0 V (Default)
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3-pin header
Table 4-8
See
Figure 4-12
See
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Setting Description
Short 2-3 +3.3 V
Table 4-8: PCI-104 Voltage Jumper Settings
Figure 4-12: PCI-104 Voltage Jumper Location
4.6 Chassis Installation
4.6.1 Airflow
WARNING:
Airflow is critical to the cooling of the CPU and other onboard
components. The chassis in which the NOVA-HM551 must have air
vents to allow cool air to move into the system and hot air to move out.
The NOVA-HM551 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.
4.6.2 Motherboard Installation
To install the NOVA-HM551 motherboar d into the chassis please refer to the reference
material that came with the chassis.
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4.7 Internal Peripheral Device Connections
This section outlines the installation of peripheral devices to the onboard connectors
4.7.1 Audio Kit Installation
The Audio Kit that came with the NOVA-HM551 connects to the audio connector on the
NOVA-HM551. 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
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connector. Pin 1 on the audio kit connector is indicated with a white dot. See
Figure 4-13.
Figure 4-13: Audio Kit Cable Connection
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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:
4.7.2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector
The NOVA-HM551 is shipped with a keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector. The
keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector connects to a keyboard/mouse connector on the
NOVA-HM551 and branches into two cables that are each connected to a PS/2 conne ctor,
one for a mouse and one for a keyboard. To connect the keyboard/mouse Y-cable
connector please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Locate the connector. The location of the keyboard/mouse Y-cable 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-HM551 keyboard/mouse connector. See
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connector is properly aligned wit h
the keyboard/mouse connector on the NOVA-HM551, connect the cable
connector to the on-board connectors. See
Figure 4-14.
Figure 4-14.
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Figure 4-14: Keyboard/mouse Y-cable Connection
Step 4: Attach PS/2 connectors to the chassis. The keyboard/mouse Y-cable
connector is connected to two PS/2 connectors. To secure the PS/2 connectors
to the chassis please refer to the installation instructions that came with the
chassis.
Step 5: Connect the keyboard and mouse. Once the PS/2 connectors are connected
to the chassis, a keyboard and mouse can each be connected to one of the
PS/2 connectors. The keyboard PS/2 connector and mouse PS/2 connector are
both marked. Please make sure the keyboard and mouse are connected to the
correct PS/2 connector. Step 0:
4.7.3 PCIe Mini Card Installation
To install the PCIe Mini card, please refer to the diagram and instructions below.
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Figure 4-15: 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:
4.7.4 SATA Drive Connection
The NOVA-HM551 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.
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 on-board SATA drive
connector. See
Figure 4-16.
Step 3: Connect the SATA po wer cable. Connect the SATA power connector into the
on-board SAT A power connector. See
Figure 4-16.
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Step 4: Connect the cable to the SATA disk. Connect the connector on the other en d
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of the cable to the connector at the back of the SAT A drive. See
Figure 4-16.
Figure 4-16: SATA Drive Connection
4.7.5 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 4-17: 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 4-18: Serial Device Connector
4.7.6 USB Cable
The NOVA-HM551 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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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 NOVA-HM551 USB connector.
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connectors are properly aligned
with the USB connectors on the NOVA-HM551, connect the cable connectors to
the on-board connectors. See
Figure 4-19: Dual USB Cable Connection
Step 4: Attach the USB connectors to the chassis. The USB 2.0 connectors each of
two retention screw holes. To secure the connectors to the chassis please refer
Figure 4-19.
to the installation instructions that came with the chassis.Step 0:
4.8 External Peripheral Interface Connection
The following external peripheral devices can be connected to the external peripheral
interface connectors.
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HDMI devices
RJ-45 Ethernet cable connector
To install these devices, connect the corresponding cable connector from the actual
device to the corresponding NOVA-HM551 external peripheral interface connector making
sure the pins are properly aligned.
4.8.1 HDMI Display Device 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-HM551, follow the
steps below.
Step 1: Locate the HDMI connector. The location is shown in Chapter 3.
Step 2: Align the connector. Align the HDMI connector with the HDMI port. Make sure
the orientation of the connector is correct.
Figure 4-20: HDMI Connection
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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:
4.8.2 LAN Connection (Single Connector)
There is one external RJ-45 LAN connector. The RJ-45 connector enables 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 location of the LAN connector is shown in
Chapter 4.
Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the RJ-45 connector on the LAN cable with one of
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the RJ-45 connectors on the NOVA-HM551. See
Figure 4-21: LAN Connection
Figure 4-21.
Step 3: Insert the LAN cable RJ-45 connector. Once aligne d, gently insert the LAN
cable RJ-45 connector into the on-board RJ-45 connector. Step 0:
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4.9 Software Installation
All the drivers for the NOVA-HM551 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"
Step 2: The driver main menu appears (Figure 4-22).
Figure 4-22: Introduction Screen
Step 3: Click NOVA-HM551.
Step 4: A new screen with a list of available drivers appears (
Figure 4-23).
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Figure 4-23: Available Drivers
Step 5: Install all of the necessary drivers in this menu. Step 0:
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Chapter
5
5 BIOS Screens
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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 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
2. Press the
the screen. 0.
If the message disappears before the F2 key is pressed, restart the computer and try
again.
F2 key as soon as the system is turned on or
F2 key when the “Press F2 to enter SETUP” message appears on
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 the item above
Down arrow Move to the item below
Left arrow Move to the item on the left hand side
SC to quit. Navigation
Right arrow Move to the item on the right hand side
+ Increase the numeric value or make changes
- Decrease the numeric value or make changes
Page up Move to the next page
Page down Move to the previous page
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Key Function
Esc Main Menu – Quit and do 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
F9 Load optimized defaults
F10 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 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.
Chipset – Changes the chipset settings.
Boot – Changes the system boot configuration.
Security – Sets User and Supervisor Passwords.
Save & Exit – Selects exit options and loads default settings
SC or
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.
Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit
BIOS Information
BIOS Vendor American Megatrends
Core Version 4.6.3.7 0.16
Project Version E349AR10.ROM
Build Date 12/28/2010 16:23:19
Memory Information
Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3 1333)
System Date [Tue 08/18/2008]
System Time [14:20:27]
Access Level Administrator
Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
switch between Time
elements.
----------------------
ÅÆ
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter Select
F1 General Help
F2 Previous Values
F3 Optimized Defaults
F4 Save
ESC Exit
et the Time. Use Tab to
: Select Screen
BIOS Menu 1: Main
Î BIOS Information
The BIOS Information lists a brief summary of the BIOS. The fields in BIOS Information
cannot be changed. The items shown in the system overview include:
BIOS Vendor: Installed BIOS vendor
Core Version: Current BIOS version
Project Version: the board version
Build Date: Date the current BIOS version was made
Î Memory Information
The Memory Information lists a brief summary of the on-board memory. The fields in
Memory Information cannot be changed.
Total Memory: Displays the auto-detected system memory size and type.
The System Overview field also has two user configurable fields:
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Î System Date [xx/xx/xx]
Use the System Date option to set the system date. Manually enter the day, month and
year.
Î System 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.
Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit
> ACPI Settings
> Trusted Computing
> CPU Configuration
> SATA Configuration
> USB Configuration
> Super IO Configuration
> H/M Monitor
> Serial Port Console Redirection
Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
System ACPI Parameters
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ÅÆ
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter Select
F1 General Help
F2 Previous Values
F3 Optimized
Defaults
F4 Save
ESC Exit
: Select Screen
BIOS Menu 2: Advanced
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5.3.1 ACPI Configuration
The ACPI Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 3) configures the Advanced Configuration
and Power Interface (ACPI) options.
Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
ACPI Sleep State [S1 (CPU Stop Clock)]
Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
et the ACPI state used
for System suspend
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ÅÆ
: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter Select
F1 General Help
F2 Previous Values
F3 Optimized
Defaults
F4 Save
ESC Exit
BIOS Menu 3: ACPI Configuration
Î ACPI Sleep State [S1 (CPU Stop Clock)]
Use the ACPI Sleep State option to specify the sleep state the system enters when it is
not being used.
Î
S1 (CPU Stop
Clock)
Î
S3 (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.
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5.3.2 Trusted Computing
Use the Trusted Computing menu (BIOS Menu 4) to configure settings related to the
Trusted Computing Group (TCG) Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
TPM Configuration
TPM SUPPORT [Enable]
TPM State [Disabled]
Pending TPM operation [None]
Current TPM Status Information
TPM Enabled Status: [Disable]
TPM Active Status: [Deactivated]
TPM Owner Status: [Unowned]
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nables or Disables TPM
support. O.S. will not
show TPM. Reset of
platform is required.
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: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter Select
F1 General Help
F2 Previous Values
F3 Optimized
Defaults
F4 Save
ESC Exit
BIOS Menu 4: TPM Configuration
Î TPM Support [Enable]
Use the TPM Support option to configure support for the TPM.
Î
Disable
Î
Enable DEFAULT
Î TPM State [Disabled]
Use the TPM State option to configure the TPM state.
Î
Disabled DEFAULT
Î
Enabled
TPM support is disabled.
TPM support is enabled.
TPM is disabled.
TPM is enabled.
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5.3.3 CPU Configuration
Use the CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 5) to view detailed CPU specifications
and configure the CPU.
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Advanced
CPU Configuration
Processor Type Intel(R) Core(TM) i7
EMT64 Supported
Processor Speed 1596 MHz
Processor Stepping 106e5
Microcode Revision 3
Processor Cores 4
Intel HT Technology Supported
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: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter Select
F1 General Help
F2 Previous Values
F3 Optimized
Defaults
F4 Save
ESC Exit
BIOS Menu 5: CPU Configuration
The CPU Configuration menu (
Processor Type: Lists the brand name of the CPU being used
EMT64: Indicates if the EM64T is supported by the CPU.
Processor Speed: Lists the CPU processing speed
Processor Stepping: Lists the CPU processing stepping
Microcode Revision: Lists the microcode revision
Processor Cores: Lists the number of the processor core
Intel HT Technology: Indicates if the Intel HT Technology is supported by the
CPU.
BIOS Menu 5) lists the following CPU details:
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5.3.4 SATA Configuration
Use the SATA Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 6) to change and/or set the
configuration of the SATA devices installed in the system.
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Advanced
SATA Configuration
SATA Port0 Not Present
SATA Port1 Not Present
SATA Port2 Not Present
SATA Port3 Not Present
SATA Mode [IDE Mode]
Serial-ATA Controller 0 [Compatible]
Serial-ATA Controller 1 [Enhanced]
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(1) IDE Mode. (2) AHCI
Mode. (3) RAID Mode.
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: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter Select
F1 General Help
F2 Previous Values
F3 Optimized
Defaults
F4 Save
ESC Exit
BIOS Menu 6: IDE Configuration
Î SATA Mode [IDE Mode]
Use the SATA Mode option to configure SATA devices as normal IDE devices.
Î
Disable
Î
IDE Mode DEFAULT
Î
AHCI Mode
Î Serial-ATA Controller 0/1 [Comp atible]
Use the Serial-ATA Controller option to configure the Serial-ATA controller mode when
the SATA mode is set to IDE Mode.
Î
Disable
Disables SATA devices.
Configures SATA devices as normal IDE device.
Configures SATA devices as AHCI device.
Disables Serial-ATA controller.
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Î
Enhanced
Î
Compatible DEFAULT
Configures the Serial-ATA controller to be in enhanced
mode. In this mode, IDE channels and SATA channels
are separated. Some legacy OS do not support this
mode.
Configures the Serial-ATA controller to be in compatible
mode. In this mode, a SATA channel will replace one of
the IDE channels.
5.3.5 USB Configuration
Use the USB Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 7) to read USB configuration information
and configure the USB settings.
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Advanced
USB Configuration
USB Devices:
2 Hubs
All USB Devices [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
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Enables Legacy USB
support. AUTO option
isables legacy support
if no USB devices are
connected. DISABLE
option will keep USB
devices available only
for EFI applications.
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: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter Select
F1 General Help
F2 Previous Values
F3 Optimized
Defaults
F4 Save
ESC Exit
BIOS Menu 7: USB Configuration
Î USB Devices
The USB Devices Enabled field lists the USB devices that are enabled on the system
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Î All USB Devices [Enabled]
Use the All USB Devices option to enable the USB devices.
Î
Disabled
Î
Enabled DEFAULT
Î Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Use the Legacy USB Support BIOS option to enable USB mouse and USB keyboard
support. Normally if this option is not enabled, any attached USB mouse or USB keyboard
does not become available until a USB compatible operating system is fully booted with all
USB drivers loaded. When this option is enabled, any attached USB mouse or USB
keyboard can control the system even when there is no USB driver loaded onto the
system.
Î
Enabled DEFAULT
Î
Disabled
Î
Auto
All USB devices are disabled.
All USB devices are enabled.
Legacy USB support enabled
Legacy USB support disabled
Legacy USB support disabled if no USB devices are
connected
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5.3.6 Super IO Configuration
Use the Super IO Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 8) to set or change the
configurations for the FDD controllers, parallel ports and serial ports.
Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
Super IO Configuration
Super IO Chip Fintek F81865
> COM1 Configuration
> COM2 Configuration
> COM3 Configuration
> COM4 Configuration
> COM5 Configuration
> COM6 Configuration
> Parallel Port Configuration
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et Parameters of Serial
Port 0 (COMA)
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F1 General Help
F2 Previous Values
F3 Optimized
Defaults
F4 Save
ESC Exit
BIOS Menu 8: Super IO Configuration
5.3.6.1 COM n Configuration
Use the COM n Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 9) to configure the serial port n.
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Advanced
COM1 Configuration
Serial Port [Enabled]
Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4
Change Settings [Auto]
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nable or Disable Serial
Port (COM)
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: Select Screen
↑ ↓: Select Item
Enter Select
F1 General Help
F2 Previous Values
F3 Optimized
Defaults
F4 Save
ESC Exit
BIOS Menu 9: COM n Configuration Menu
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5.3.6.1.1 COM1 Configuration
Î Serial Port [Enabled]
Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
Î
Disabled
Î
Enabled DEFAULT
Î Change Settings [Auto]
Use the Change Settings option to change the serial port IO port address and interrupt
address.
Î
Auto DEFAULT
Î
Î
Î
IO=3F8h;
IRQ=4
IO=3F8h;
IRQ=3, 4
IO=2F8h;
IRQ=3, 4
Disable the serial port
Enable the serial port
The serial port IO port address and interrupt address
are automatically detected.
Serial Port I/O port address is 3F8h and the interrupt
address is IRQ4
Serial Port I/O port address is 3F8h and the interrupt
address is IRQ3, 4
Serial Port I/O port address is 2F8h and the interrupt
address is IRQ3, 4
Î
IO=2C0h;
IRQ=3, 4
Î
IO=2C8h;
IRQ=3, 4
5.3.6.1.2 COM2 Configuration
Î Serial Port [Enabled]
Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
Î
Disabled
Serial Port I/O port address is 2C0h and the interrupt
address is IRQ3, 4
Serial Port I/O port address is 2C8h and the interrupt
address is IRQ3, 4
Disable the serial port
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Î
Enabled DEFAULT
Î Change Settings [Auto]
Use the Change Settings option to change the serial port IO port address and interrupt
address.
Î
Auto DEFAULT
Î
Î
Î
Î
IO=2F8h;
IRQ=3
IO=3F8h;
IRQ=3, 4
IO=2F8h;
IRQ=3, 4
IO=2C0h;
Enable the serial port
The serial port IO port address and interrupt address
are automatically detected.
Serial Port I/O port address is 2F8h and the interrupt
address is IRQ3
Serial Port I/O port address is 3F8h and the interrupt
address is IRQ3, 4
Serial Port I/O port address is 2F8h and the interrupt
address is IRQ3, 4
Serial Port I/O port address is 2C0h and the interrupt
IRQ=3, 4
Î
IO=2C8h;
IRQ=3, 4
5.3.6.1.3 COM3 Configuration
Î Serial Port [Enabled]
Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
Î
Disabled
Î
Enabled DEFAULT
Î Change Settings [Auto]
Use the Change Settings option to change the serial port IO port address and interrupt
address.
address is IRQ3, 4
Serial Port I/O port address is 2C8h and the interrupt
address is IRQ3, 4
Disable the serial port
Enable the serial port
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