VIA Technologies EPIA-CL, Mini-ITX, EPIA-CL Mini-ITX Mainboard User Manual
VIA Mainboard
User’s Manual
EPIA-CL
Mini-ITX Mainboard
P/N 99-51-012661-11
Version 1.20
June 13, 2008
Copyright
Copyright by VIA Technologies Inc. (“VIA”). No part of this manual may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form without express written authorization from VIA.
Trademarks
All trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
PS/2 is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation.
Windows 95/98/98SE/ME/2000/NT and Windows XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft.
AwardBIOS is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
Data protection
All data should be backed-up prior to the installation of any drive unit or storage peripheral.
VIA will not be responsible for any loss of data resulting from the use, disuse or misuse of this
or any other VIA product.
No Warranty
VIA has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the content of this manual. However, it is
possible that it may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical or other errors. Our
products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without
notice. VIA will assume no liability for any inaccuracy found in this publication, nor for
damages, direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or otherwise, that may result from such an
inaccuracy, including without limitation loss of data or profits.
VIA provides this manual “as is”, and does not issue a warranty of any kind, express or
implied, including without limitation implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose.
The information provided in this manual is subject to change without notice. VIA reserves the
right to alter product designs, layouts or drivers without notification.
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed 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.
Notice 1
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with
the emission limits.
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Safety Instructions
1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User's Manual for future reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
5. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from
overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before
connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
7. Place the power cord in such a way that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
8. Always unplug the power cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening. Liquid can cause damage or electrical shock.
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel:
• The power cord or plug is damaged
• Liquid has penetrated into the equipment
• The equipment has been exposed to moisture
• The equipment has not work well or you cannot get it work according to User's
Manual.
• The equipment has dropped and damaged
• If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage
12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED,
STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60 C (140F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE
EQUIPMENT.
Caution:
Only use the appropriate battery specified for this product.
Do not reuse, recharge, or reheat an old battery.
Do not attempt to force open the battery.
Do not discard used batteries with regular trash.
Discard used batteries according to local regulations.
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OX CONTENTS
• 1 x VIA Mainboard
• 1 x User’s Manual
• 1 x Floppy Ribbon Cable
• 1 x ATA-33/66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable
• 1 x I/O Bracket
• 1 x Driver Utilities CD
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ABLE OF CONTENTS
Box Contents......................................................................... i
Table of Contents ..................................................................ii
Chapter 1 ............................................................................ 1
Specifications .................................................................... 1
Mainboard Specifications ..................................................... 2
Mainboard Layout............................................................... 4
Back Panel Ports ................................................................ 5
Slots ................................................................................ 5
Onboard Connectors and Jumpers......................................... 6
Chapter 2 ............................................................................ 7
Installation........................................................................ 7
CPU ................................................................................. 8
Memory Module Installation ................................................10
Connecting the Power Supply .............................................. 12
Back Panel Ports ............................................................... 13
Connectors....................................................................... 17
Jumpers...........................................................................24
Slots ...............................................................................25
Chapter 3 ...........................................................................27
BIOS Setup ......................................................................27
Entering Setup.................................................................. 28
Control Keys.....................................................................28
Getting Help..................................................................... 29
Main Menu .......................................................................30
Standard CMOS Features ....................................................32
IDE Primary Master/Slave, Secondary Master/Slave ................ 33
Advanced BIOS Features ....................................................34
Advanced Chipset Features .................................................38
Integrated Peripherals .......................................................40
Power Management Setup ..................................................44
PNP/PCI Configurations...................................................... 49
PC Health Status ...............................................................52
Frequency / Voltage Control ...............................................53
Load Fail-Safe Defaults ......................................................56
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Load Optimized Defaults.....................................................57
Set Supervisor / User Password ........................................... 58
Save & Exit Setup .............................................................60
Exit Without Saving ...........................................................61
Chapter 4 ...........................................................................63
Driver Installation .............................................................63
Driver Utilities ..................................................................64
CD Content ......................................................................65
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Specifications
The ultra-compact and highly integrated VIA EPIA-CL Mini-ITX
Mainboard is the smallest form factor mainboard specification
available today, developed by VIA Technologies, Inc. as part of
the company’s open industry-wide total connectivity initiative.
The mainboard enables the creation of an exciting new
generation of small, ergonomic, innovative and affordable
embedded systems. Through high level of integration, mini-ITX
only occupy 66% of the size of FlexATX mainboard form factor.
The mainboard comes with an embedded VIA Processor, boasting
ultra low power consumption and cool, quiet operation.
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AINBOARD SPECIFICATIONS
CPU
• VIA C3 / EDEN EBGA Processor (onboard)
• Enhanced Ball Grid Array Package (EBGA)
• Internal L1 128KB and L2 64KB cache memory
Chipset
• VIA CLE266 North Bridge
• VT8235 South Bridge
Memory
• 1 x DDR266 DIMM socket (up to 1 GB)
Expansion Slot
• 1 x PCI
Graphics
• Integrated VIA UniChrome AGP graphics
Audio
• VT1612A, two-channel AC’97 Codec
USB
• USB 2.0 Support included in South Bridge
LAN
• Dual LAN
o VIA VT6105 LOM 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
o VT6103 PHY
IDE
• 2 X UltraDMA 66/100/133 Connector
LVDS (optional)
• Chrontel CH7019 LVDS Transmitter
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Back Panel I/O Ports
• 1 x PS2 mouse port
• 1 x PS2 keyboard port
• 1 x VGA port
• 1 x Parallel port
• 2 x RJ-45 LAN ports
• 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
• 1 x Serial port
• 3 x Audio jacks: line-out, line-in and mic-in
Onboard I/O Connectors
• 1 x USB 2.0 connector
• 1 x CD Audio-in connector
• 1 x Front Audio connector
• 1 x FIR connector
• 1 x KBMS connector
• 1 x Wake-on-LAN connector
• 3 x Fan connectors (CPU Fan, System Fan, Power Fan)
• 1 x I²C connector
• 1 x LVDS connector (optional)
• 3 x Serial port connectors for COM2, COM3 and COM4
Specifications
BIOS
• Award BIOS on 2/4Mbit flash memory
Form Factor
• 17 cm X 17 cm Mini-ITX (4 layer)
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AINBOARD LAYOUT
Back Panel
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B
ACK PANEL PORTS
Port Description
Audio Jacks Line-Out, Line-In, Microphone
COM1 Serial port
LPT1 Parallel port
PS2-MS PS2 mouse port
PS2-KB PS2 keyboard port
RJ45_1 & RJ45_2 10/100 NIC port
USB1, USB2,
USB3 & USB4
VGA Out VGA out port
Universal Serial Bus ports 1 - 4
S
LOTS
Slot Description
DIMM Memory module slot
PCI Expansion card slot
Specifications
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NBOARD CONNECTORS AND JUMPERS
Connector/Jumper Description
ATXPWR ATX power cable connector
CD_IN Onboard CD audio cable connector
CLEAR_CMOS Jumper to reset CMOS settings to default
COM2, COM3 & COM4 Serial port connectors
F_AUDIO Front Audio connector (Mic and Line-out)
F_PANEL Case connectors
Fans CPU, System and Power fans
FDD Floppy disk drive connector
FIR Infrared Radiation connector
I² C I² C connector
IDE1 & IDE2 IDE hard disk drive connectors
KBMS CIR/PS2(EXT_KBMS) connector
LVDS LVDS connector
USB 5/6 Front Universal Serial Bus connector
WOL Wake On LAN connector
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Installation
This chapter provides you with information about hardware setup
procedures. While installing the mainboard, carefully hold the
components and closely follow the installation procedures. Some
components may be damaged if they are installed incorrectly.
It is recommended to use a grounded wrist strap before handling
computer components. Static electricity can damage some
components.
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Chapter 2
CPU
The VIA EPIA-CL Mini-ITX Mainboard includes an embedded VIA Eden
Processor or VIA C3 E-Series Processor. The CPUFAN (CPU fan) and SYSFAN
(system fan) run on +12V and maintain system cooling. When connecting the
wire to the connectors, always be aware that the red wire is the Positive and
should be connected to the +12V. The black wire is Ground and should be
connected to GND. The CPU, System and Power fan connectors have sensors
to detect fan speed.
GND
+12V
Sensor
SYSFAN
PWRFAN
CLE266
The VIA C3 E-Series Processor
With low power consumption and advanced
thermal dissipation properties, the embedded
VIA C3 E-Series requires only a small fan to
guarantee performance and reliability. Ensure
that the CPU Fan connector is correctly
installed as shown.
CPUFAN
GND
+12V
Sensor
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The VIA Eden Processor
Providing ultra-low power consumption and
advanced thermal dissipation properties, the VIA
Eden Processor features a fanless design. The
VIA Eden Processor requires only a heatsink as
shown.
Caution:
This motherboard is not designed to support overclocking. Any attempt to
operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. We do not
guarantee the damages or risks caused by operation beyond product
specifications.
Installation
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Chapter 2
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EMORY MODULE INSTALLATION
The VIA EPIA-CL Mini-ITX Mainboard provides one DIMM slot for DDR266
memory modules.
DDR Module Installation Procedures
1. Push the white retaining latches at either end of the DIMM slot outwards.
2. Align the DDR module with the corresponding notches on the DIMM slot.
The modules will only fit if placed in the correct position.
3. With both hands, press the DDR module down into the DIMM slot so that
the white retaining latches rotate up and secure the module in place
(see picture below).
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Installation
Available DDR Configurations
Refer to the table below for available DDR configurations on the mainboard.
Slot Module Size Total Memory
DIMM
(Bank 0 & 1)
Maximum System Memory Supported 64MB – 1GB
64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB 64MB – 1GB
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ONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY
The VIA EPIA-CL Mini-ITX Mainboard requires an ATX power supply to be
connected. Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure
that all components are installed correctly to ensure that no damage will be
caused.
ATX 20-Pin Power Connector
To connect the ATX power supply, make sure the plugs of the power supply
are inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are correctly aligned. Then,
push down the power supply plug firmly into the connector.
Pin Signal
1 3.3V
2 3.3V
3 GND
4 5V
5 GND
6 5V
7 GND
8 PW_OK
9 5V_SB
10 12V
11 3.3V
12 -12V
13 GND
14 PS_ON
15 GND
16 GND
17 GND
18 NC
19 5V
20 5V
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ACK PANEL PORTS
The back panel has the following ports:
Installation
RJ45Parallel (LPT1)PS2_MS
Line-In
Line-Out
Microphone
COM1VGA Out USBPS2_KB
Mouse Port: PS2_MS
The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 mouse connector for attaching a
PS/2 mouse. You can plug a PS/2 mouse directly into this connector. The
connector location and pin assignments are as follows.
Pin Signal Description
1 Mouse DATA Mouse data
2 NC No connection
3 GND Ground
4 VCC +5V
5 Mouse Clock Mouse clock
6 NC No connection
Keyboard Port: PS2_KB
The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 keyboard connector for attaching a
PS/2 keyboard. You can plug a PS/2 keyboard directly into this connector.
Pin Signal Description
1 Keyboard DATA Keyboard data
2 NC No connection
3 GND Ground
4 VCC +5V
5 Keyboard Clock Keyboard clock
6 NC No connection
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VGA Out
A DB-15 pin female connector that connects to a VGA
monitor.
Serial Ports: COM1
The mainboard offers one 9-pin male Serial Port connectors COM1. You can
attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to these ports.
Pin Signal Description
1 DCD Data Carry Detect
2 SIN Serial In or Receive Data
3 SOUT Serial Out or Transmit Data
4 DTR Data Terminal Ready
5 GND Ground
6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 RTS Request To Send
8 CTS Clear To Send
9 RI Ring Indicate
USB Ports
The mainboard provides 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (plus 1 pin-header for up to 2
additional USB 2.0/1.1 ports). USB-compatible devices can be plugged directly
into these ports.
Pin Signal Description
1 VCC +5V
2 -DATA Negative Data Channel
3 +DATA Positive Data Channel
4 GND Ground
RJ45 10/100 NIC Port
The mainboard provides two RJ-45 ports to connect to a
hardware firewall for increased security on Local Area
Networks (LAN).
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