iX910GMLE-C6 /
iX915GME
Intel
®
910GMLE µFC-BGA 479 (or 915GME µFC-PGA 478)
Pentium
®
M / Celeron® M Mini ITX Main Board
User’s Manual
Ver. 1.00
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Contents
Safety Information ..........................................................................................................4
Technical Support ............................................................................................................5
Conventions Used in This Guide....................................................................................5
Packing List.......................................................................................................................6
Revision History ...............................................................................................................7
Specifications Summary..................................................................................................8
Block Diagram (iX910GMLE-C6)..................................................................................11
Block Diagram (iX915GME)..........................................................................................12
Production Introduction ...............................................................................................14
1.1 Before you Proceed ................................................................................................14
1.2 Motherboard Overview............................................................................................15
1.2.1 Placement Direction ....................................................................................................................... 15
1.2.2 Screw Holes ................................................................................................................................... 15
1.3 Motherboard Layout ................................................................................................16
1.3.1 Layout Content List ........................................................................................................................ 17
1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) (for iX915GME only) ..............................................19
1.4.1 Installing the CPU........................................................................................................................... 20
1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan .............................................................................................22
1.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan......................................................................................... 24
1.5 System Memory ......................................................................................................25
1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location ................................................................................................................. 25
1.5.2 Memory Configurations .................................................................................................................. 26
1.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM................................................................................................................. 27
1.5.4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM............................................................................................................... 27
1.6 Expansion Slots ......................................................................................................28
1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................................................... 28
1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card ..................................................................................................... 28
1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments..................................................................................................... 29
1.6.4 PCI Slots ........................................................................................................................................ 29
1.7 Jumpers ..................................................................................................................30
1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CLRRTC1)............................................................................................................... 30
1.7.2 COM Port 1, 2 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR1)................................................................... 31
1.7.3 COM Port 3, 4 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR2)................................................................... 31
1.7.4 CPU VCC Voltage Select (VCCA_SEL1)....................................................................................... 32
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Contents
1.8 Connectors..............................................................................................................33
1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors.................................................................................................................. 33
1.8.2 Amplifier Connector (AMPJ1)......................................................................................................... 35
1.8.3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)................................................................................................. 35
1.8.4 System Fan Connector (SYS_FAN1)............................................................................................. 36
1.8.5 Serial Port Connector 3 (COM3) .................................................................................................... 36
1.8.6 Serial Port Connector 4 (COM4) .................................................................................................... 37
1.8.7 Front Headphone Connector (F_AUDIO1)..................................................................................... 37
1.8.8 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL1) .......................................................................................... 38
1.8.9 USB 2.0 Connector (FRONT_USB1, FRONT_USB2) ................................................................... 39
1.8.10 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1)................................................................................................... 40
1.8.11 ATX Power Connector (JATXPWR1) ........................................................................................ 41
1.8.12 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKLT1)............................................................................................. 42
1.8.13 LVDS Connector (JLVDS1) ....................................................................................................... 42
1.8.14 Digital I/O Connector (JDIO)...................................................................................................... 43
1.8.15 Serial ATA Connector 1 & 2 [Black] (SATA1, SATA2) .............................................................. 43
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Safety Information
Electrical safety
z To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet before relocating the system.
z When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
z Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
z Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
z Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are
not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local
power company.
z If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
z Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
z Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
z To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
z Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
z Place the product on a stable surface.
z If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.
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Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try
the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the BCM TW website for FAQ,
technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information:
http://www.bcmimb.com.tw
Conventions Used in This Guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols
used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
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Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following materials
have been shipped:
9 1 x 910GMLE(or 915GME) Mini ITX Main board
9 1 x CD-ROM contains the followings:
－ User’s manual (this manual in PDF file)
－ Drivers
9 1 x IDE HDD cable (40-pin)
9 2 x COM cable
9 2 x SATA cable (7-pin)
9 1 x Startup Manual
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your
retailer.
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V 1.0 First release for PCB 1.00 November 25, 2007
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Specifications Summary
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Onboard Intel uFC-BGA 479
Celeron M 600MHz w/512K 2nd
Level Cache with 90nm process
technology
Supports Intel µFC-PGA 478 /
µFC-BGA 479 Pentium M / Celeron M
with 0.13 µ and 90nm process
technology
2
Intel 82910GMLE Express
Chipset
Intel 82915GME Express Chipset
3
Two 240-pin DIMMs up to 2 GB
DDR2 400 SDRAM
Two 240-pin DIMMs up to 2 GB
DDR2 400/533 SDRAM
4 DVI, Dual 18-bit LVDS
5 Realtek ALC655 5.1 ch. Audio (@ 5Wx2-CH Amplified)
6 Realtek RTL8110SC Gigabit LAN
7 1 PCI (supports 3 PCI Master), Type I/II CF
8 4 COM, 8 USB 2.0, 2 SATA
Features
System
CPU
Onboard Intel uFC-BGA 479 Celeron M
600MHz w/512K 2nd Level Cache
Supports Intel µFC-PGA 478 /
µFC-BGA 479 Pentium M / Celeron
M with 0.13 µ and 90nm process
technology
FSB
400MHz 400/533MHz
BIOS
Award 4 Mb Flash BIOS
System Chipset
Intel 82910GMLE GMCH/82801FBM
ICH6-M
Intel 82915GME GMCH/82801FBM
ICH6-M
I/O Chipset
Winbond W83627EHG-A
Memory
Two 240-pin DIMM socket supports up
to 2 GB DDR2 400 SDRAM
Two 240-pin DIMM socket supports
up to 2 GB DDR2 400/533 SDRAM
SSD
One CompactFlash Type I/II socket
Watchdog Timer
Reset: 1 sec.~255 min. and 1 sec. or 1 min./step
H/W Status Monitor
Monitoring CPU temperature and cooling fan status. Auto throttling control when
CPU overheats
Expansion Slots
One PCI slot (PCI Rev. 2.2 compliant) supports 3 PCI master
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Specifications Summary
iX910GMLE-C6 iX915GME
System
S3
S3 Support
SmartFan Control
YES
I/O
MIO
1 xEIDE (Ultra DMA 100), 2 x SATA, 4 x RS-232,1 x K/B, 1 x Mouse, (COM1~4
with Power output)
USB
8 x USB 2.0
DIO
16-bit General Purpose I/O for DI and DO
Internal I/O
2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports
1 x 20-pin ATX Power connector
1 x IDE 40-pin connector for two devices
2 x COM port header
2 x SATA connectors
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x Audio amplifier connector
1 x System panel connector
1 x LVDS connector
1 x Inverter Power connector
1 x CPU Fan connector
1 x System Fan connector
1 x Digital IO header
Back Panel
1 x PS/2 Keyboard and 1 x PS/2 Mouse
2 x RS-232
1 x VGA port
1 x DVI port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1
1 x RJ45 Port
5.1 CH Audio I/O (3 jacks)
Display
Display Memory
Intel DVMT 3.0 supports up to 128 MB video memory
Resolution
2048 x 1536 @ 32 bpp (85 Hz)
Dual Display
CRT + LVDS, or CRT + DVI-D
LVDS
Dual-channel 18-bit LVDS
DVI
Chrontel CH7307C DVI transmitter up to 165M pixels/second
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Specifications Summary
iX910GMLE-C6 iX915GME
Audio
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC655 supports 5.1 ch. Audio
Audio Interface
Mic in, Line in,Line out
Audio Amplifier
TPA3005D2 Stereo 5Watt per channel
Ethernet
LAN1
Realtek RTL8110SC Gigabit LAN
Mechanical & Environmental
Power Type
ATX
Operating Temperature
0 ~ 60°C (32 ~ 140°F)
Operating Humidity
0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W)
6.69" x 6.69" (170 mm x 170 mm)
Weight
0.88 lbs (0.4 Kg)
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Block Diagram (iX910GME-C6)
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Block Diagram (iX915GME)
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This chapter describes the main board
features and the new technologies
it supports.
1
Product
introduction
1
Product
introduction
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Production Introduction
1.1 Before you Proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or
change any motherboard settings.
z Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
z Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a
metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity
z Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on
them.
z Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
z Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX
power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from
the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
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1.2 Motherboard Overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that
the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the
motherboard.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
1.2.1 Placement Direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct
orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in
the image below.
1.2.2 Screw Holes
Place four (4) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the
chassis.
Do not over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the
motherboard.
Place this side towards the rear of the
chassis.
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1.3 Motherboard Layout
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1.3.1 Layout Content List
Slots
Label Function Note Page
CF1 CompactFlash socket N/A
DIMMA1 240-pin DDR2 DIMM slot N/A
DIMMB1 240-pin DDR2 DIMM slot N/A
PCI1 PCI slot N/A
Jumpers
Label Function Note Page
CLRRTC1 Clear CMOS 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 30
JCOMPWR1 COM port 1,2 RI/+5V/+12V
selection
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm 31
JCOMPWR2 COM port 3,4 RI/+5V/+12V
selection
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm 31
VCC_SEL1 CPU VCC Voltage Select 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 32
Rear Panel Connector
Label Function Note Page
J1 PS/2 keyboard and mouse 6-pin Mini-Din 33,34
DUALCOM1 Serial port connector x 2 D-sub 9-pin, male 33
VGA_DVI-D1 VGA & DIV port D-sub 15-pin, female 33,34
LAN_USB1 RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 1
USB connector x 2
33,34
USB2 USB connector x 2 34
AUDIO Line-in port, Line-out port,
Microphone port,
6-Channel Audio I/O (3 jacks) 34
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Internal Connector
Label Function Note Page
AMPJ1 Amplifier connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 35
CPU_FAN1 CPU fan connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 35
SYS_FAN1 System fan connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 36
COM3 Serial port connector 3 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 36
COM4 Serial port connector 4 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 37
F_AUDIO1 Front headphone connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 37
F_PANEL1 System panel connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 38
FRONT_USB1 USB 2.0 connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 39
FRONT_USB2 USB 2.0 connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 39
IDE1 Primary IDE connector 20 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 40
JATXPWR1 ATX power connector 10 x 2 header 41
JBKLT1 LCD Inverter connector 5 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm 42
JLVDS1 LVDS connector HIROSE DF13S-40DP-1.25V 42
JDIO Digital I/O connector 10 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm 43
SATA1 Serial ATA connectors [black] 7-pin header 43
SATA2 Serial ATA connectors [black] 7-pin header 43
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1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) (for iX915GME only)
The motherboard iX915GME comes with a surface mount 479-pin Zero Insertion Force
(ZIF) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® M / Celeron M processor (Supports
mPGA479M, Micro-FCPGA).
Take one of the marked corner (with gold
triangle) on the CPU. This mark should
match a specific corner on the socket to
ensure correct installation.
z Make sure the AC power is off before you install the CPU.
z If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the CPU fan cable to the
CPU_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability.
z Your boxed Intel® Pentium® M / Celeron M processor (supports
mPGA479M, Micro-FCPGA) package should come with
installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention
mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the
CPU documentation, follow the latter.
z Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap
is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact
your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see
any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard
components. Your place of purchase or local distributor will
shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is
shipment/transit-related.
z Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Your place of
purchase or local distributor will process Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with
the cap on the socket.
z The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket
contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
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1.4.1 Installing the CPU
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
Before installing the CPU,
make sure that the socket
box is facing towards you.
2. The processor socket comes with a
screw to secure the processor, please
unlock the screw first.
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3. Position the CPU above the socket and
the gold triangular mark on the CPU
must align with pin 1 of the CPU socket.
4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket
until it fits in place ‘Gold mark’.
5. Turn the screw to the lock position.
The CPU fits in only one
correct orientation. DO NOT
force the CPU into the socket
to prevent bending the
connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU.
After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable to the
motherboard.
This motherboard support Celeron M3 series or Pentium M7 series
CP
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1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan
The Intel® Pentium® M / Celeron M processor (supports mPGA479M, Micro-FCPGA)
requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal
condition and performance.
z Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU
fan and heatsink assembly.
z When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes
the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU
separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified
multi‑directional heatsink and fan.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make
sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the
CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan
assembly.
1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed
CPU, making sure that the two fasteners
match the holes on the motherboard.
Orient the heatsink and fan
assembly such that the CPU
fan cable is closest to the
CPU fan connector.
Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove
directed outward.
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2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a
diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink
and fan assembly in place.
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labelled
CPU_FAN1.
z Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the
motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can
occur if you fail to plug this connector.
z These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.
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1.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the
connector on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal
sequence to disengage the heatsink and
fan assembly from the motherboard
4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan
assembly from the motherboard.
Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan
package for detailed information on CPU fan installation.
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1.5 System Memory
1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location
The motherboard comes with four 240-pin Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory
Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin
footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to
prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. The following figure illustrates the location of
the sockets:
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1.5.2 Memory Configurations
You can install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1GB DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs into the DIMM
sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
z Installing DDR2 DIMM other than the recommended
configurations may cause memory sizing error or system boot
failure. Use any of the recommended configurations.
z Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor.
z Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less
than 1 GB system memory when you installed one 1 GB DDR2
memory modules.
z This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double-sided x16 memory modules.
Make sure that the memory frequency matches the CPU FSB
(Front Side Bus). Refer to the Memory frequency/CPU FSB
synchronization table.
z Recommended memory configuration
Sockets
Mode DIMM1
Single-channel (1) Installed
－
(2)
－
Installed
z Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization
CPU FSB DDR 2 DIMM Type Memory Frequency
533MHz DDR2 533 533MHz
DDR2 400 400MHz
400MHz DDR2 533 400MHz
DDR2 400 400MHz
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1.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing
DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause
severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the
retaining clips outward
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the
notch on the DIMM matches the break on
the socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until
the retaining clips snap back in place and
the DIMM.
z A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one
direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging
the DIMM.
z The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO NOT
install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM socket.
1.5.4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM
1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips
outward to unlock the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
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1.6 Expansion Slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe
the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and
make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later
use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely
seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card if needed. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
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1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments
IRQ Priority Standard Function
0 1 System Timer
1 2 Keyboard Controller
2 - Redirect to IRQ#9
3 11 IRQ holder for PCI streering*
4 12 Communications Port (COM1)*
5 13 IRQ holder for PCI streering*
6 14 Floppy Disk Controller
7 15 Printer Port (LPT)*
8 3 System CMOS/Rear Time
9 4 IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
10 5 IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
11 6 IRQ holder for PCI streeing*
12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
13 8 Numeric Data Processor
14 9 Primary IDE Channel
15 10 Secondary IDE Channel
* There IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI device.
1.6.4 PCI Slots
iX910GMLE-C6/iX915GME has one PCI slots.
The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card,
SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that
comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows
a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.
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1.7 Jumpers
1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CLRRTC1)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear
the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC
RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the onboard battery.
3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for
about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
4. Re-install the battery.
5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter
data.
Except when clearing the CMOS, never remove the cap on CLRRTC1
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot
failure!
Normal (Default)
Clear CMOS
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1.7.2 COM Port 1, 2 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR1)
Ring (Default)
+5V
+12V
1.7.3 COM Port 3, 4 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR2)
Ring (Default)
+5V
+12V
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1.7.4 CPU VCC Voltage Select (VCCA_SEL1)
1.8V (Default)
1.5V
CPU FSB VCC Select
Celeron-M 400MHz 1.8V (Default)
Pentium-M 400MHz 1.8V
Pentium-M 533MHz 1.5V
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1.8 Connectors
1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors
No Label Function Description
1 J1 PS/2 mouse connector The standard PS/2 mouse DIN connector is
for a PS/2 mouse.
2 DUALCOM1 Serial port connector x 2 D-sub 9-pin, male
3 VGA_DVI-D1 DVI port
LAN_USB1 LAN (RJ-45) connector
This port allows Gigabit connection to a
Local Area Network (LAN) through a
network hub. Refer to the table below for
the LAN port LED indications. The optional
10/100 Mbps LAN controller allows 10/100
Mbps connection to a Local Area Network
(LAN) through a network hub.
4
ACT / LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection
Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection
Blinking Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection
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No Label Function Description
5 AUDIO1 Line-In port (Light Blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or
other audio sources.
6 AUDIO1 Line-Out port (Lime) This port connects a headphone or a speaker.
In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel
configuration, the function of this port becomes
Front Speaker Out.
7 AUDIO1 Microphone port (Pink) This port connects a microphone.
8 LAN_USB1 USB 2.0 connector
These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
9 USB2 USB 2.0 connector
These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
10 VGA_DVI-D1 VGA port This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices.
11 J1 PS/2 KB connector This port is for a PS/2 keyboard
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1.8.2 Amplifier Connector (AMPJ1)
1.8.3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
z Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the
motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can
occur if you fail to plug this connector.
z These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.
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1.8.4 System Fan Connector (SYS_FAN1)
z Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the
motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can
occur if you fail to plug this connector.
z These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
connectors.
1.8.5 Serial Port Connector 3 (COM3)
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1.8.6 Serial Port Connector 4 (COM4)
1.8.7 Front Headphone Connector (F_AUDIO1)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either
HD Audio or legacy AC ‘97 (optional) audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel
audio I/O module cable to this connector.
For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend
that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high‑definition audio
capability.
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1.8.8 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL1)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
z System Power LED (2-pin PWRLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED
cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system
power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
z ATX Power Button/Soft-off Button (2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the
system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings.
Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the
system OFF.
z Hard Disk Drive Activity LED (2-pin HDLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable
to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to
the HDD.
z Reset Button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.
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1.8.9 USB 2.0 Connector (FRONT_USB1, FRONT_USB2)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of
these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system
chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480
Mbps connection speed.
FRONT_USB1
FRONT_USB2
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
The USB module is purchased separately.
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1.8.10 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1)
This connector is for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable
has three connectors: a blue connector for the primary IDE connector on the motherboard,
a black connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive),
and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE master device (hard disk drive). If you
install two hard disk drives, you must configure the second drive as a slave device by
setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.
z Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered
hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect
insertion when you connect the IDE cable.
z Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE
devices.
z Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable
to Pin 1.
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1.8.11 ATX Power Connector (JATXPWR1)
This connector is for an ATX Micro-Fit power supply. The plugs from the power supply are
designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and
push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
Important notes on the Motherboard Power Requirements
z Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on
the +12V lead and at least 1A on the +5-volt standby lead
(+5VSB). The minimum recommended wattage is 230W, or
300W for a fully configured system. The system can become
unstable and might experience difficulty powering up if the power
supply is inadequate.
z You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.
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1.8.12 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKLT1)
z Signal Description
Signal Signal Description
VR Vadj=0.75V ~ 4.25V
(Recommended: 4.7KΩ, > 1/16W)
ENBKL LCD backlight ON/OFF control signal
1.8.13 LVDS Connector (JLVDS1)
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1.8.14 Digital I/O Connector (JDIO)
1.8.15 Serial ATA Connector 1 & 2 [Black] (SATA1, SATA2)
SATA1
SATA2
z Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA.
z When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the
primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 connector.
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