Intel ECB-865 User Manual

User’s Manual

ECB-865

Intel 815E Tualatin Pentium III / Celeron Full-size CPU Card

1st Ed. – 7 February 2002

Part No.2047865000

ECB-865

FCC STATEMENT

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO
THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE.

(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE

RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.

THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS
FOR A CLASS "A" DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.

THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION
AGAINTST HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A
COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN
RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND, IF NOT INSTATLLED AND USED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS.

OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO
CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE.

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application will be suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification.

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when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labelling,
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2. A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose failure
to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or
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A Message to the Customer

Evalue Customer Services

Each and every Evalue’s product is built to the most exacting specifications to ensure
reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of industrial
environments. Whether your new Evalue device is destined for the laboratory or the
factory floor, you can be assured that your product will provide the reliability and ease of
operation for which the name Evalue has come to be known.

Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to Evalue’s customer services.
To ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instructions below
carefully.

Technical Support

We want you to get the maximum performance from your products. So if you run into
technical difficulties, we are here to help. For the most frequently asked questions, you
can easily find answers in your product documentation. These answers are normally a lot
more detailed than the ones we can give over the phone. So please consult the user’s
manual first.

To receive the latest version of the user’s manual, please visit our Web site at:

http://www.evalue-tech.com/

If you still cannot find the answer, gather all the information or questions that apply to your
problem, and with the product close at hand, call your dealer. Our dealers are well trained
and ready to give you the support you need to get the most from your Evalue’s products.
In fact, most problems reported are minor and are able to be easily solved over the phone.

In addition, free technical support is available from Evalue’s engineers every business day.
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Product Warranty

Evalue warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from

defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Evalue, or which have been subject to
misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Evalue assumes no liability under the
terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events. Because of Evalue’s high quality­control standards and rigorous testing, most of our customers never need to use our
repair service. If any of Evalue’s products is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no
charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according
to the cost of replacement materials, service time, and freight. Please consult your dealer
for more details. If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:

1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU type

and speed, Evalue’s products model name, hardware & BIOS revision number, other

hardware and software used, etc.) Note anything abnormal and list any on-screen

messages you get when the problem occurs.

2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product, and any

helpful information available.

3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return material authorization)

number from your dealer. This allows us to process your good return more quickly.

4. Carefully pack the defective product, a complete Repair and Replacement Order Card

and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt) in a shippable
container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for
warranty service.

5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid to your

dealer.

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Packing List

Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following
materials have been shipped:

 1 ECB-865 Full-size Celeron / Pentium III single board

 1 Quick Installation Guide

 1 CD-ROM contains the followings:

— User’s Manual (this manual in PDF file)
— Ethernet driver and utilities
— VGA drivers and utilities
— Latest BIOS (as of the CD-ROM was made)

 Cable set includes the followings:

— 1 IDE HDD cable (40-pin, pitch 2.54mm)
— 1 FDD cable (34-pin, pitch 2.54mm)
— 1 bracket with one Printer port cable (26-pin, pitch 2.54mm) and one Serial port

cable (10-pin, pitch 2.0mm)

— 1 bracket with two Serial port cable (10-pin, pitch 2.54mm)
— 1 5-pin to 5-pin keyboard cable for passive backplane connection
— 1 4-pin ATX power control cable for backplane connection

If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your distributor or sales
representative immediately.

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1. MANUAL OBJECTIVES.............................................................................................1

2. INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................2

2.1 System Overview ...................................................................................................2

2.2 System Specifications...........................................................................................3

2.3 Architecture Overview...........................................................................................6

2.3.1 82815 GMCH and 82801BA ........................................................................................7

2.3.2 DRAM Interface ........................................................................................................... 8

2.3.3 Multiplexed AGP and Display Cache Interface.............................................................8

2.3.4 PCI Interface................................................................................................................9

2.3.5 IDE Interface (Bus Master Capability and Synchronous DMA Mode) ...........................9

2.3.6 USB .............................................................................................................................9

2.3.7 Ethernet....................................................................................................................... 9

2.3.8 ITE IT8712F-A ........................................................................................................... 10

2.3.9 M-Systems DiskOnChip............................................................................................. 10

3. HARDWARE CONFIGURATION..............................................................................11

3.1 Installation Procedure .........................................................................................11

3.2 Safety Precautions...............................................................................................11

3.2.1 Warning! .................................................................................................................... 11

3.2.2 Caution! ..................................................................................................................... 11

3.3 Socket 370 Processor..........................................................................................12

3.3.1 Installing Celeron / Pentium III (Coppermine/Tualatin) CPU....................................... 12

3.3.2 Removing CPU ..........................................................................................................12

3.4 Main Memory........................................................................................................12

3.5 M-Systems’ DiskOnChip Flash Disk...................................................................13

3.5.1 Installing DOC............................................................................................................ 13

3.6 Expansion Interface.............................................................................................13

3.7 Installing the Single Board Computer................................................................13

3.7.1 815E integrated Graphics Controller.......................................................................... 14

3.7.2 Intel 82559(or REALTEK RTL8139C) & 82801BA(ICH2) + 82562ET (PHY) Network

Controller 15

3.7.3 Drivers Support.......................................................................................................... 15

3.8 Watchdog Timer Programming...........................................................................16

3.9 Jumper & Connector............................................................................................17

3.9.1 Jumper & Connector Layout ...................................................................................... 17

3.9.2 Jumper & Connector List ...........................................................................................18

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3.10 Setting Jumpers...................................................................................................20

3.10.1 Clear CMOS (JP9)..................................................................................................... 21

3.10.2 Watchdog Timer ........................................................................................................21

3.10.3 COM2 RS-232/422/485 Select (JP1, JP2~JP5)......................................................... 22

3.10.4 M-Systems DiskOnChip Memory Address Select (JP11)........................................... 23

3.10.5 Proprietary PCI Bus Master Selection (JP13) ............................................................23

3.11 Connector Definitions..........................................................................................24

3.11.1 System Reset Connector (J1).................................................................................... 24

3.11.2 External Speaker Connector (J2)............................................................................... 24

3.11.3 Keyboard Lock & Power Indicator Connector (J3)......................................................24

3.11.4 Primary IDE / Secondary IDE Active Indicator Connector (J4) ...................................24

3.11.5 Primary IDE Connector (J5).......................................................................................25

3.11.6 Secondary IDE Connector (J10) ................................................................................ 26

3.11.7 Signal Description – Primary & Secondary IDE Connector (J5 & J10) ....................... 27

3.11.8 Floppy Connector (J6) ...............................................................................................31

3.11.9 Signal Description – Floppy Connector (J6) ............................................................... 32

3.11.10 ATX Power Button Connector (J8).............................................................................33

3.11.11 Parallel Port Connector (J11)..................................................................................... 33

3.11.12 DB25 Parallel Port Connector (J11)........................................................................... 34

3.11.13 Signal Description – Parallel Port Connector (J11) ....................................................35

3.11.14 Box Header Serial Port 1 / Serial Port 2 Connector in RS-232 (J9, J12).................... 35

3.11.15 Serial Port 1 / Serial Port 2 with External DB9 Connector (J9, J12) ........................... 36

3.11.16 Signal Description – Serial Port 1 / Serial Port 2 in RS-232 Mode (J9, J12)............... 36

3.11.17 Box Header Serial Port 1 / Serial Port 2 Connector in RS-422 (J9, J12).................... 37

3.11.18 Signal Description – Serial Port 1 / Serial Port 2 in RS-422 Mode (J9, J12)............... 37

3.11.19 Box Header Serial Port 1 / Serial Port 2 Connector in RS-485 (J9, J12).................... 37

3.11.20 Signal Description – Serial Port 1 / Serial Port 2 in RS-485 Mode (J9, J12)............... 38

3.11.21 USB Connector (J13, J19) ......................................................................................... 39

3.11.22 Signal Description – USB Connector (J13, J19).........................................................39

3.11.23 CPU Fan and System Fan Connector (J14, J25) .......................................................39

3.11.24 Fast & Standard IrDA Connector (J15) ......................................................................39

3.11.25 Signal Configuration – Fast & Standard IrDA Connector (J15)...................................40

3.11.26 ATX Power Controller (J16) .......................................................................................40

3.11.27 Smart Card Interface (J17) ........................................................................................ 40

3.11.28 10/100 BASE-Tx Ethernet Connector (J18, J20)........................................................ 41

3.11.29 Signal Description – 10/100Base-Tx Ethernet Connector (J18, J20)..........................41

3.11.30 CRT Connector (J22)................................................................................................. 42

3.11.31 Signal Description – CRT Connector (J22) ................................................................ 42

3.11.32 Internal Keyboard Connector (J24) ............................................................................ 43

3.11.33 PS/2 Keyboard Connector (J26) ................................................................................ 43

3.11.34 Signal Description – Int. & PS/2 Keyboard Connector (J24, J26)............................... 43

3.11.35 PS/2 Mouse Connector (J26)..................................................................................... 43

3.11.36 Signal Description – PS/2 Mouse Connector (J26) ....................................................43

3.11.37 Proprietary PCI Connector (J21)................................................................................44

3.11.38 Signal Description – Proprietary PCI Connector (J21) ...............................................45

4. AMI BIOS SETUP.....................................................................................................50

4.1 Entering Setup......................................................................................................50

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4.2 AMI BIOS Setup Main Menu ................................................................................51

4.3 CMOS Setup Reference Table.............................................................................52

4.3.1 Standard CMOS Setup Menu.....................................................................................52

4.3.2 Advanced CMOS Setup Defaults............................................................................... 54

4.3.3 Advanced Chipset Setup Defaults..............................................................................57

4.3.4 Power Management Setup Defaults........................................................................... 59

4.3.5 PCI / Plug and Play Setup Defaults............................................................................62

4.3.6 Peripheral Setup Defaults.......................................................................................... 64

4.3.7 Hardware Monitor Setup Defaults ..............................................................................67

4.4 Flash BIOS Utility.................................................................................................68

5. DRIVER INSTALLATION..........................................................................................69

5.1 Driver Installation for Ethernet Adapter.............................................................69

5.1.1 Windows 9x ...............................................................................................................69

5.1.2 Windows NT 4.0 Ethernet Installation ........................................................................ 74

5.2 Driver Installation for Display Adapter...............................................................79

5.2.1 Windows 9x ...............................................................................................................79

5.2.2 Windows NT 4.0 Display Installation.......................................................................... 84

6. MEASUREMENT DRAWING....................................................................................88

APPENDIX A: BIOS REVISIONS......................................................................................89

APPENDIX B: SYSTEM RESOURCES.............................................................................90

Memory Map........................................................................................................................... 90

I/O – Map 91

Interrupt Usage.......................................................................................................................93

DMA-channel Usage...............................................................................................................94

APPENDIX C: AMIBIOS POWER-ON SELF TEST ..........................................................95

APPENDIX D: AMIBIOS POST CHECK POINT LIST.......................................................96

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Revision Date By Comment

1st Feb. 02. Harris Chen Initial Release

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1. Manual Objectives

This manual describes in detail the Evalue Technology ECB-865 Single Board.

We have tried to include as much information as possible but we have not duplicated
information that is provided in the standard IBM Technical References, unless it proved to
be necessary to aid in the understanding of this board. The manual is sectioned and
includes a User’s Guide that will help the non-technical user to get the unit up and running.
A Troubleshooting Guide is also included to help when things go wrong.

We strongly recommend that you study this manual carefully before attempting to
interface with ECB-865 or change the standard configurations. Whilst all the necessary
information is available in this manual we would recommend that unless you are confident,
you contact your supplier for guidance.

Please be aware that it is possible to create configurations within the CMOS RAM that
make booting impossible. If this should happen, clear the CMOS settings, (see the
description of the Jumper Settings for details).

If you have any suggestions or find any errors concerning this manual and want to inform
us of these, please contact our Customer Service department with the relevant details.

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2. Introduction

2.1 System Overview

The ECB-865 is an all-in-one Full-size Pentium III / Celeron Single Board Computer (SBC)
designed with Intel embedded chipset 815E-B which supports the latest Intel FC-PGA/FC­PGA2 Pentium III / Celeron processor (CopperMine and Tualatin) up to 1.1GHz or above
and AGP 4X 3D Graphics Accelerator w/ shared display memory of 4MB SDRAM, dual
Intel PCI-bus Fast Ethernet controllers, and M-Systems DiskOnChip socket.

Targeting on the mission critical telecommunication or industrial applications, the ECB-865
comes designed with Intel EMD solutions. These include Intel 815E-B AGPset, 82562ET
PLC and 82559 10/100Base-Tx Fast Ethernet controller. Unlike regular commercial
solutions, Intel EMD solutions provide higher system stability and longer product supply
time (Intel EMD products' typical life cycle is 5 years). The long product life cycle
guarantee is particularly important for systems that are designed to last for many years.
This makes it a perfect solution for not only popular Networking Devices like Firewall,
Gateway, Router, and e-Server, but also CTI (Computer Telephony Integration)
equipments such as PBX, Digital Logger, etc.

Other onboard features include PC133 FSB, Address/Data buffer to enhance the ISA-bus
driving capacity up to 64mA, dual UDMA 100 IDE channels, two 16C550 compatible serial
ports (one RS-232, one RS-232/422/485), one multi-mode parallel port, three 168-pin
DIMM sockets allowing for up to 1.5GB of SDRAM to be installed, and on-board
proprietary PCI interface for optional PCI module expansion. The PCI modules currently
available are Adaptec 7892 Ultra 160 SCSI, and Intel 82559 10/100Base-Tx Ethernet
modules

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2.2 System Specifications

General Functions

• Bus Interface: PICMG 2.0 Compliant

• ISA Driving Capacity: Built-in Address/Data buffer supports driving capacity up to

64mA

• CPU: Supports Intel FCPGA/FCPGA2 Pentium III / Celeron processor up to 1GHz

or above (with system bus frequencies of 66/100/133MHz)

• CPU Socket: Intel FC Socket 370

• BIOS: AMI 4Mb FWH BIOS

• Chipset: Intel 815E-B AGPset

• I/O Chipset: ITE IT8712F-A

• Memory: Onboard three 168-pin DIMM sockets support up to 1.5Gbytes SDRAM

• Enhanced IDE: Supports up to four IDE devices. Supports Ultra DMA 33/66/100

mode with data transfer rate up to 100MB/sec. (20 x 2 header x 2 onboard)

• FDD Interface: Supports up to two floppy disk drives, 5.25" (360KB and 1.2MB)

and/or 3.5" (720KB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB)

• Parallel Port: One bi-directional parallel port. Supports SPP, ECP, and EPP

modes

• Serial Port: One RS-232 serial ports and one RS-232/422/485 serial port. Ports

can be configured as COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, or disabled individually.
(16C550 equivalent)

• IR Interface: Supports one IrDA Tx/Rx header

• KB/Mouse Connector: One 6-pin mini-DIN connector supports PS/2 keyboard and

mouse

• USB Connectors: Two 5 x 2 header onboard support up to four USB ports

• Smart Card Reader Connector: One 7 x 2 header onboard support a Smart Card

Reader port

• Watchdog Timer: Can generate a system reset, or NMI. Jumper selectable time-

out interval (0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64 sec.)

• DMA: 7 DMA channels (8237 equivalent)

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• Interrupt: 15 interrupt levels (8259 equivalent)

• Hardware Status Monitoring: Monitoring system temperature, voltage, and

cooling fan status. Auto throttling control when CPU overheats

• Power Management: Supports ATX power supply. Supports PC98, LAN wake up

and modem ring-in functions. I/O peripheral devices support power saving and
doze/standby/suspend modes. APM 1.2 compliant

VGA Interface

• Chipset: Intel 815E-B 3D Graphics Accelerator

• Display Memory: Up to 4MB shared display memory

• Interface: AGP 4X, Accelerator Graphics Ports 1.0 compliant

• Resolution: 1280 x 1024 @ 24bpp

Ultra 160 SCSI Interface (Optional)

• Chipset: Adaptec 7892

• SCSI Interface: Supports 32-bit PCI interface and Ultra 160 SCSI or legacy single-

ended devices; data transfer rates up to 160MB/sec

Ethernet Interface

• Chipset: Intel 82801BA ICH2 built-in and 82559 PCI-bus Ethernet controller

onboard support dual Ethernet function

• Ethernet Interface: PCI 100/10 Mbps, IEEE 802.3U compatible, dual RJ-45

interfaces

• Remote Boot-ROM: For diskless system

SSD Interface

One 32-pin DIP socket supports M-Systems DiskOnChip 2000 series,
memory capacity from 8MB to 576MB

Expansion Interface

One 80-pin proprietary PCI interface for PCI device expansion

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Mechanical and Environmental

• Power Supply Voltage: +5V (4.75V to 5.25V), +12V (11.4V to 12.6V), and -12V (-

11.4V to -12.6V)

• Typical Power Requirement: +5V @ 6.5A, +12V @ 140mA, -12V @ 30mA w/

Intel Celeron 466MHz CPU and 128MB SDRAM

• Operating Temperature: 32 to 140 °F (0 to 60 °C)

• Board Size: 13.3"(L) x 4.8"(W) (338mm x 122mm)

• Weight: 0.5 Kg

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2.3 Architecture Overview

The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of ECB-865.
Two major chipsets on board are the 82815E Graph Memory Control Hub and 82801BA
ICH2. These two devices provide interface to Socket370 processor, supports CRT display,
SDRAM with ECC, PCI bus interface, ACPI compliant power management , USB port,
SMBus communication, and Ultra DMA/33/66/100 IDE Bus Master. The onboard super I/O
chip, IT8712F-A, supports PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse, two 16C550 UARTs, FDC, Parallel and
Infrared interface. In addition, the onboard Intel 82559 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet
controller delivers high speed data transfers over the PCI bus.

The following sections provide detail information about the functions provided onboard.

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2.3.1 82815 GMCH and 82801BA

The Intel® 815 chipset for use with the universal socket 370 is a high-flexibility chipset
designed to extend from the basic graphics/multimedia PC platform up to the mainstream
performance desktop platform. The chipset consists of the Intel_ 82815 Graphics and
Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) and an I/O Controller Hub (ICH or ICH2) for the I/O
subsystem. The GMCH integrates a system memory SDRAM controller that supports a
64-bit 100/133 MHz SDRAM array.

The Intel 82815 GMCH integrates a Display Cache SDRAM controller that supports a 32­bit 133 MHz SDRAM array for enhanced integrated 2D and 3D graphics performance.
Multiplexed with the display cache interface is an AGP controller interface to enable
graphics configuration and upgrade flexibility with the Intel 815 chipset for use with the
universal socket 370. The AGP interface and the internal graphics device are mutually
exclusive. When the AGP port is populated with an AGP graphics card, the integrated
graphics is disabled; thus, the display cache interface is not needed.

The Intel 815 chipset for use with the universal socket 370 supports the following
processors:

 Intel® Pentium® III processor based on 0.18 micron technology (CPUID = 068xh).

These processors support the AGTL+ bus interface

 Intel® Celeron™ processor based on 0.18 micron technology (CPUID = 068xh). This

applies to Celeron 533A MHz and ≥ 566 MHz processors. These processors support
the AGTL+ bus interface.

 Future 0.13 micron socket 370 processors. These processors support the AGTL bus

interface.

The 82815 GMCH along with the 82801BA ICH2 provide the basic functionality and buses
of the system:

 Interface to SDRAM, 64-bit data bus. Up to 3 double sided DIMMs at 100 MHz

system memory bus. Up to 2 double sided or 3 single sided DIMMs at 133 MHz
system memory bus.

 PCI Rev 2.2 compliant with support for 33 MHz PCI operations, Supports up to 6

Req/Gnt pairs

 System Management Bus (SMBus) compatible with most I2C devices

 Integrated IDE controller support Ultra ATA/100/66/33 with two 40-pin connectors

 2 USB ports integrated in ICH2.

 Integrated LAN controller

 AC.97 2.1 compliant link for audio and telephony codecs up to 6 channels

 Low Pin Count (LPC) interface

 Firmware Hub (FWH) interface support

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2.3.2 DRAM Interface

The GMCH integrates a system memory controller that supports a 64-bit 100/133 MHz
SDRAM array. The only DRAM type supported is industry standard Synchronous DRAM
(SDRAM). The SDRAM controller interface is fully configurable through a set of control
registers. The DRAM controller supports the following features:

 DRAM type: Support for x8 and x16 SDRAM device width, Unbuffered, and Non-ECC

SDRAM only

 Memory Size: 32 MB to 512 MB using 16Mb/64Mb/128Mb/256Mb technology
 Addressing Type: Asymmetrical addressing only
 DRAM Speeds: 100/133 MHz for synchronous memory (SDRAM).
 Memory Modules supported: Up to 3 double-sided DIMMs at 100 MHz system

memory bus; Up to 2 double sided or 3 single-sided DIMMs at 133 MHz system
memory bus.

 Suspend to RAM support

2.3.3 Multiplexed AGP and Display Cache Interface

The Intel 82815 GMCH multiplexes an AGP interface with a display cache interface for
internal 3D graphics performance improvement. The display cache is used only in the
internal graphics.
When an AGP card is installed in the system, the GMCH internal graphics will be disabled
and the AGP controller will be enabled.

2.3.3.1 AGP Interface

A single AGP connector is supported by the GMCH AGP interface. The AGP buffers
operate in one of two selectable modes in order to support the AGP Universal Connector:

 3.3 V drive, not 5 Volt safe: This mode is compliant to the AGP 1.0 and 2.0

specifications

 1.5 V drive, not 3.3 Volt safe: This mode is compliant with the AGP 2.0 specification.

The following table shows the AGP Data Rate and the Signaling Levels supported by the
GMCH.

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2.3.4 PCI Interface

The ICH2 PCI interface provides a 33 MHz, Rev. 2.2 compliant implementation. All PCI
signals are 5V tolerant, except PME#. The ICH2 integrates a PCI arbiter that supports up
to six external PCI bus masters in addition to the internal ICH2 requests.

2.3.5 IDE Interface (Bus Master Capability and Synchronous DMA Mode)

The fast IDE interface supports up to four IDE devices providing an interface for IDE hard
disks and CD ROMs. Each IDE device can have independent timings. The IDE interface
supports PIO IDE transfers up to 14 Mbytes/sec and Bus Master IDE transfers up 100
Mbytes/sec. It does not consume any ISA DMA resources. The IDE interface integrates
16x32-bit buffers for optimal transfers.

The ICH2’s IDE system contains two independent IDE signal channels. They can be
electrically isolated independently. They can be configured to the standard primary and
secondary channels (four devices). There are integrated series resistors on the data and
control lines.

Access to these controllers is provided by two standard IDC 40-pin connectors.

2.3.6 USB

The USB controller provides enhanced support for the Universal Host Controller Interface
(UHCI). This includes support that allows legacy software to use a USB-based keyboard
and mouse. The ICH2 is USB Revision 1.1 compliant. The ICH2 contains two USB Host
Controllers. Each Host Controller includes a root hub with two separate USB ports each,
for a total of 4 USB ports. The signals are provided by a 5 x 2 header or an optional USB
bracket adapter.

2.3.7 Ethernet

2.3.7.1 ICH2 LAN Controller

The ICH2’s integrated LAN Controller includes a 32-bit PCI controller that provides
enhanced scatter-gather bus mastering capabilities and enables the LAN Controller to
perform high speed data transfers over the PCI bus. Its bus master capabilities enable the
component to process high level commands and perform multiple operations; this lowers
processor utilization by off-loading communication tasks from the processor. Two large
transmit and receive FIFOs of 3 KB each help prevent data under runs and overruns while
waiting for bus accesses. This enables the integrated LAN Controller to transmit data with
minimum interframe spacing (IFS).

The LAN Controller can operate in either full duplex or half duplex mode. In full duplex
mode the LAN Controller adheres with the IEEE 802.3x Flow Control specification. Half
duplex performance is enhanced by a proprietary collision reduction mechanism.

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2.3.7.2 Intel 82559

The Ethernet interface is based on an Intel 82559 Ethernet controller that supports both
10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX. The 82559 consists of both the Media Access Controller
(MAC) and the physical layer (PHY) interface combined into a single component solution.

The 32-bit PCI controller provides enhanced scatter-gather bus mastering capabilities and
enables the 82559 to perform high speed data transfers over the PCI bus. Its bus master
capabilities enable the component to process high level commands and perform multiple
operations, which lowers CPU utilization by off-loading communication tasks from the CPU.
Two large transmit and receive FIFOs of 3 Kbyte each help prevent data under runs and
overruns while waiting for bus accesses. This enables the 82559 to transmit data with
minimum interframe spacing (IFS).

2.3.8 ITE IT8712F-A

The Winbond W83977TF-AW Super I/O chip provides most input / output interfaces of the
system as the following:

 COM 1/2. RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 driver are used whereby RS-232, RS-422 and RS-

485 are provided. Mode can be selected by setting hardware jumper. Drivers use
charge pumps whereby only +5V is required

 LPT. Support for SPP, EPP and ECP modes

 Floppy interface

 Keyboard interface

 PS/2 Mouse interface

 IrDA interface for infrared communication. This interface shares the controller of

COM2

 Provision of buffered ISA databus for BIOS (denoted XDBus)

 NVRam with battery backup for BIOS configuration and real time clock

2.3.9 M-Systems DiskOnChip

M-Systems’ DiskOnChip 2000 is a high performance single-chip flash disk in a standard
32-pin DIP package. This unique data storage solution offers cost effective data storage
beyond that of traditional hard disks. Perfect for applications with limited space and
varying capacity requirements. The DiskOnChip 2000 is simply inserted into a 32-pin DIP
socket on your platform board and you have a bootable flash disk.

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3. Hardware Configuration

This chapter explains you the instructions of how to set up your system. The additional
information shows you how to install M-Systems’ DiskOnChip and program the Watchdog
Timer.

3.1 Installation Procedure

1. Turn off the power supply.

2. Insert the DIMM module (be careful with the orientation).

3. Insert all external cables for hard disk, floppy, keyboard, mouse, USB etc. except for flat

panel. A CRT monitor must be connected in order to change CMOS settings to support
flat panel.

4. Connect power supply to the board via the PWR1.

5. Turn on the power.

6. Enter the BIOS setup by pressing the delete key during boot up. Use the “Auto

Configuration with Optimal Settings” feature. The Peripheral Setup and the Standard
CMOS Setup Window must be entered and configured correctly to match the particular

system configuration.

7. If TFT panel display is to be utilised, make sure the panel voltage is correctly set

before connecting the display cable and turning on the power.

3.2 Safety Precautions

3.2.1 Warning!

Always completely disconnect the power cord from your chassis or power
cable from your board whenever you work with the hardware. Do not make
connections while the power is on. Sensitive electronic components can
be damaged by sudden power surges. Only experienced electronics
personnel should open the PC chassis.

3.2.2 Caution!

Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before touching the
board. Modern electronic devices are very sensitive to static electric
charges. As a safety precaution, use a grounding wrist strap at all times.
Place all electronic components in a static-dissipative surface or static­shielded bag when they are not in the chassis.

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3.3 Socket 370 Processor

3.3.1 Installing Celeron / Pentium III (Coppermine/Tualatin) CPU

 Lift the handling lever of CPU socket outwards and upwards to the other end.

 Align the processor pins with pin holes on the socket. Make sure that the notched

corner or dot mark (pin 1) of the CPU corresponds to the socket’s bevel end. Then
press the CPU gently until it fits into place. If this operation is not easy or smooth,
don’t do it forcibly. You need to check and rebuild the CPU pin uniformly.

 Push down the lever to lock processor chip into the socket.

 Follow the installation guide of cooling fan or heat sink to mount it on CPU surface

and lock it on the socket 370.

 Be sure to follow particular CPU speed and voltage type to adjust the jumper settings

properly.

3.3.2 Removing CPU

 Unlock the cooling fan first.

 Lift the lever of CPU socket outwards and upwards to the other end.

 Carefully lift up the existing CPU to remove it from the socket.

 Follow the steps of installing a CPU to change to another one or place handling bar to

close the opened socket.

3.4 Main Memory

ECB-865 provides 3 DIMM sockets (168-pin Dual In-line Memory Module) to support 3.3V
SDRAM. The maximum memory size is 1.5GB (registered type of SDRAM). If 100MHz
FSB CPU is adopt, you have to use PC-100 SDRAM. For system compatibility and
stability, please do not use memory module without brand.

Both single and double-side DIMM module with ECC feature can be used on ECB-865.
And, it is not necessary to install the DIMM module in order. You can install different size
of SDRAM module on DIMM1, DIMM2, DIMM3, DIMM4 or all.

Watch out the contact and lock integrity of memory module with socket, it will influence the
system’s reliability. Follow the normal procedure to install your SDRAM module into the
DIMM socket. Before locking the DIMM module, make sure that the memory module has
been completely inserted into the DIMM socket.

Note:

Please do not change any SDRAM parameter in BIOS setup to increase your
system’s performance without acquiring technical information in advance.

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3.5 M-Systems’ DiskOnChip Flash Disk

ECB-865 reserves a 32-pin DIP socket to support M-Systems’ DiskOnChip flash disk up to
288 MB. The DiskOnChip is based on pure ISA bus and without PnP (Plug and Play)
function. Before the installation, make sure that the DiskOnChip I/O address jumper is set
properly to prevent the I/O resource conflict.

3.5.1 Installing DOC

Align the DOC with the pinholes on the socket. Make sure that the notched corner or dot
mark (pin 1) of DOC corresponds to notched corner of the socket. Then press the DOC
gently until it fits into place. If installation procedure is correct, the flash disk can be viewed
as a normal hard disk to access read/write data now.

Note:

Please make sure that your DOC is properly inserted. Place the DOC in wrong
direction will damage the flash device.

If you system would like to boot from the flash disk, it is recommended to refer to the
application note provided by M-Systems first. You can easily obtain the application note
from M-Systems’ DiskOnChip user’s manual or from their web site as below.

http://www.m-sys.com

3.6 Expansion Interface

The ECB-865 reserves an 80-pin proprietary PCI interface, J22, for PCI device such as
LAN, Audio, SCSI, Video Capture expansion in the future. This installation of expansion
module is very simple and easy. Without any special tool, all you need to do is just make
the board-to-board connection and lock up the screw. For more information about the
expansion module, please refer to the instruction manual attached with each module.

3.7 Installing the Single Board Computer

To install your ECB-865 into chassis or proprietary environment, the following steps have
to be followed.

 Make sure all jumpers are properly set.

 Install and configure CPU and memory module correctly.

 Place the ECB-865 into the dedicated position in your system.

 Attach cables to peripherals.

Note:

Please ensure that your SBC is properly installed and fixed by mechanism.
Otherwise, the system might be unstable or do not work due to bad contact of
golden finger and slot.

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3.7.1 815E integrated Graphics Controller

The on-board graphics controller integrated in 815E(GMCH) chipset that integrates high
performance memory technology for the graphics frame buffer. 32 –bit data interface,133
Mhz SDRAM interface only.Flexible AGP in-line Memory Module (AIMM) implementation.
support for two1M X16,or one 2M X32,4MB maximum addressable, thus increasing the
available memory bandwidth for the graphics subsystem to support high color/high
resolution application. The ECB-865 is designed to support high performance graphics
and video acceleration for all supported display resolutions, display types, and color
modes on CRT monitor.

The 815E supports the modes which appear in the table below.

Resolution

8-bit Indexed 16-bit 24-bit

320x200 70 70 70
320x240 70 70 70
352x480 70 70 70
352x576 70 70 70
400x300 70 70 70
512x384 70 70 70
640x400 70 70 70
640x480 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85
720x480 75,85 75,85 75,85
720x576 60,75,85 60,75,85 60,75,85

800x600 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85
1024x768 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85
1152x864 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85
1280x720 60,75,85 60,75,85 60,75,85
1280x960 60,75,85 60,75,85 60,75,85

1280x1024 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85 60,70,72,75,85

1600x900 60,75,85 60,75,85

1600x1200 60,70,72,75

Bits Per Pixel (frequency in Hz)

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3.7.2 Intel 82559(or REALTEK RTL8139C) & 82801BA(ICH2) + 82562ET (PHY)
Network Controller

The 82559 (or RTL8139C) and ICH2+PHY is fully integrated 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
LAN solution. The 32-bit PCI controller provides enhanced scatter-gather bus mastering
capabilities and enables the 8139C to perform high-speed data transfers over the PCI bus.
Its bus master capabilities enable the component to process high level commands and
perform multiple operations, which lower CPU utilization by off-loading communication
tasks from the CPU.

The ECB-865 equips two LED indicators on the RJ-45 connector to indicate the LAN
interface status. These messages will provide you a guide for troubleshooting.

Green LED LAN Activity LED that indicates the data transfer activity.

Blinking: indicates transmission/receiving activity

On: indicates no activity but link is valid

Off: link is invalid

Yellow LED LAN Link Integrity LED that indicates link speed

On: link speed at 100Mbps

Off: link speed at 10Mbps

3.7.3 Drivers Support

ECB-865 provides on CD-Title to support on-board VGA and Ethernet device drivers in
various operating systems. Before installing the device drivers, please see the reference
files in each sub-directory. You cannot install drivers from CD-Title directly.

 815E CHIPSET INTEGRATED GRAPHY: Support NT4.0, Windows9x, Win2000, …

environment

 INTEL 815E & ICH2 CHIPSET DRIVER: Support NT4.0, Windows9x, Win2000, …

environment

 Intel 82559 (or REALTEK 8139C): Support Dos, Windows3.1, Windows9x, NT3.5,

NT4.0, Novell, OS/2 …

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3.8 Watchdog Timer Programming

When the Watch-Dog Timer (WDT) function is enabled, a system reset will be generated

unless an application triggers the timer periodically within time-out period. This allows the
system to restart in an orderly way in case of any abnormal condition is found.

An optional two-port WDT is provided on ECB-865. This WDT comes with 8 possible
ranges of time intervals from 500ms to 64sec., which can be adjusted by setting jumper
positions. It could be enabled and programmed by reading I/O port 0533H or 0543H to
issue trigger continuously, and disabled by reading I/O port 0033H or 0343H. A tolerance
of 30% timer limit must be considered. For instance, if the time-out interval is set to 1
second, the WDT trigger command must be issued within 700ms at least.

The below example gives you a reference algorithm for WDT programming via I/O port
0533H and 0033H in your application programs:

Enable WDT

MOV DX, 0533H
IN AL, DX

Re-trigger WDT

MOV DX, 0533H
IN AL, DX

Disable WDT

MOV DX, 0033H
IN AL, DX

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3.9 Jumper & Connector

3.9.1 Jumper & Connector Layout

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3.9.2 Jumper & Connector List

Connectors on the board are linked to external devices such as hard disk drives, keyboard,
mouse, or floppy drives. In addition, the board has a number of jumpers that allow you to
configure your system to suit your application.

The following tables list the function of each of the board's jumpers and connectors.

Jumpers
Label Function Note
JP1 Serial port RS-232/422/485 select 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

JP2~JP5 Serial port RS-232/422/485 select 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
JP6 Watchdog timer select 2 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
JP9 Clear CMOS 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
JP10 Watchdog timer select 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
JP11 M-Systems DiskOnChip memory address

JP12 Watchdog timer select 2 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
JP13 Proprietary PCI Bus Master Selection 4 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

4 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

select

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Connectors
Label Function Note

J1
J2

J3

J4

J5
J6 Floppy connector 17 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
J7 AT power button connector
J8 ATX power button interface to backplane 2 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
J9 Serial port 1 connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
J10 Secondary IDE connector 20 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
J11 Parallel port connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
J12 Serial port 2 connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
J13 USB connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

System reset connector 2 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm

External speaker connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm

Keyboard lock and power indicator
connector
Primary IDE / Secondary IDE active
indicator connector
Primary IDE connector 20 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm

2 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm

J14 CPU fan connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
J15 Fast and standard IrDA (Infrared)

connector

J16 ATX power control connector 4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
J17 Smart card reader connector 7 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
J18 10/100Base-Tx Ethernet connector 1 RJ-45 6-pin mini DIN
J19 USB connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
J20 10/100Base-Tx Ethernet connector 2 RJ-45
J21 Proprietary PCI connector
J22 CRT connector DB-15 female connector
J23 M-Systems DiskOnChip socket 16 x 2 DIP socket
J24 Internal keyboard connector 5 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
J25 System fan connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
J26 PS/2 keyboard connector 6-pin mini DIN

6 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm

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3.10 Setting Jumpers

You can configure your board to match the needs of your application by setting jumpers. A
jumper is the simplest kind of electric switch.

It consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that
slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a jumper you connect the pins with the
clip. To “open” a jumper you remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have three pins,
labeled 1, 2, and 3. In this case, you would connect either two pins.

The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows:

A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers.

If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your application, contact
your local distributor or sales representative before you make any changes.

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