VIA Technologies EPIA-M10000G - VIA Motherboard - Mini ITX, EPIA-M User Manual
User’s Manual
EPIA-M
Mini-ITX Mainboard
P/N: 99-51-012561-14
Version 1.52
January 30, 2012
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.
Disclaimer
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Technologies. VIA Technologies makes no warranties, implied or otherwise, in regard to this
document and to the products described in this document. The information provided in this
document is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the publication date of this document.
However, VIA Technologies assumes no responsibility for the use or misuse of the information
in this document and for any patent infringements that may arise from the use of this document.
The information and product specifications within this document are subject to change at any
time, without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such change.
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
personal 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 IDE Ribbon Cable
• 1 x Combo Module (2 port USB 2.0 and 2 port IEEE1394)
• 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 ............................................................................. 25
Slots.................................................................................. 26
Chapter 3 ............................................................................. 27
BIOS Setup ........................................................................ 27
Entering Setup ................................................................... 28
Control Keys ....................................................................... 28
Getting Help ....................................................................... 29
Main Menu ......................................................................... 30
Standard CMOS Features ..................................................... 32
Advanced BIOS Features...................................................... 34
Advanced Chipset Features .................................................. 37
Integrated Peripherals ......................................................... 39
Power Management Setup .................................................... 43
PNP/PCI Configurations ....................................................... 48
PC Health Status ................................................................. 50
Frequency / Voltage Control ................................................. 51
Load Fail-Safe Defaults........................................................ 54
Load Optimized Defaults ...................................................... 55
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Set Supervisor / User Password ............................................ 56
Save & Exit Setup ............................................................... 58
Exit Without Saving ............................................................. 59
Chapter 4 ............................................................................. 61
Driver Installation ............................................................... 61
Driver Utilities .................................................................... 62
CD Content ........................................................................ 63
Appendix A ........................................................................... 65
Smart 5.1........................................................................... 65
Intelligent 6-Channel Audio .................................................. 66
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Specifications
The ultra-compact and highly integrated VIA EPIA-M 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.
Chapter 1
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AINBOARD SPECIFICATIONS
CPU
• VIA C3 / EDEN EBGA Processor (on board)
• Enhanced Ball Grid Array Package (EBGA)
• In ternal L1 128KB and L2 64KB cache memo ry
Chipset
• VIA CLE266 North Bridge
• VT8235 South Bridge
Graphics
• In tegrated UniChrome graphics with MPEG-2 accelerator
Audio
• VT1616 six channel AC’97 Codec
• 3 Audio jacks: Line-in, Line-out and Mic -in; switched to 6-
channel output during 6-channel operations with Smart 5.1 (See
Appendix A)
Main Mem ory
• 1 DDR266 DIMM socket
• Up to 1GB memory size
PCI Bus & IDE
• 1 x PCI slot
• 1 x UltraDMA 66/100/133 Con nector
LAN
• VIA VT6103 10/100 Base-T Ethernet PHY
USB
• USB v2.0 / v1.1
Firewire
• IEEE 1394; VIA VT6307S 2-port Firewire
TV-Out (optional)
• VIA VT1622 TV-Out Con troller
• Supports 640 x 480, 800 x 600, and 1024 x 768 NTSC/PAL TV
Specifications
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Onboard I/O Connectors
• Two 1394 connectors for two 1394 ports
• Front-panel au dio connectors (Mic and Line Out)
• CD Audio-in connector
• 1 FIR connector; 1 PS2 connector
• Wake-on-LAN
• CPU / System Fan / FA N3
• 1 I²C connector
• 1 Connec tor fo r LVDS module (Optional)
• Serial port connector for second COM port
Back Panel I/O Ports
• 1 PS2 mouse port; 1 PS2 keyboard port
• 1 Parallel port; 1 RJ-45 LAN port; 1 Serial port
• 2 USB 2.0 ports; 1 VGA port
• 1 RCA port (SPDIF or TV out); 1 S-Video port
• 3 Audio jacks: line-out, lin e-in and mic -in; can be switched to 6
channel output with Smart 5.1 (See Appendix A)
BIOS
• Aw ard BIOS with 2/4Mbit flash memory
Form Factor
• 17 cm X 17 cm Mini-ITX (4 layer)
Chapter 1
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AINBOARD LAYOUT
CPU
CPUFAN
SYSFAN
DIMMATXPWR
IDE2
BIOS Socket
F_PANEL
CLEAR_CMOS
CMOS
BATTERY
FIR
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Top: Line-In
Middle: Line-Out
Bottom: Microphone
Top: RJ45
Bottom: USB
Top: Parallel
Bottom (L): S-Video
Bottom (M): RCA/SPDIF
Bottom (R): COM1
Top: Mouse
Bottom: Keyboard
WOL
PCI1
COM2
FDD
IDE1
VGA-Out
FAN3
F_AUDIO
SPDIF_SEL
I2C
LVDS
CIR
USB 3/4
1394_1 1394_2
Back Panel
COM1
Line-In
Line-Out
Microphone
VGA Out
S-Video RCA / SPDIF
RJ45
USB
Parallel (LPT1)
PS2_MS
PS2_KB
Specifications
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ACK PANEL PORTS
Port Description
Au dio Jacks Li ne-Out , Lin e-In, Microphone
COM 1 Se rial port
LPT1 Parallel port
PS2-MS PS2 mou se port
PS2-KB PS2 key b oard port
RCA_JAC K RCA Video or SPDIF jack
RJ45 10/100 NIC port
S- Video S- Video port
US B 1-2 Un ivers al Serial Bus por ts 1 - 2
VG A Out VG A out port
S
LOTS
Slot Description
DIMM Memory module slot
PCI Expansio n card slot
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NBOARD CONNECTORS AND JUMPERS
Connector/Jumper Description
1394_1 Co nnector for firs t 139 4 port
1394_2 Co nnector for second 13 94 port
ATXPWR ATX pow er cable co nnector
CD_IN On board CD audio c able c onnec tor
CIR Co nsume r IR c onnec tor
CLEAR_CMOS Ju mper to res et CM OS set tings to default
COM2 Se cond serial port connector
F_ AUDIO Co nnectors fo r optional front audio panel
F_ PANEL Case co nnectors
Fa ns CPU, System, Fan3
FD D Fl oppy disk drive connec tor
FIR Fast In frared Radiation connector
I² C I² C connector
IDE 1-2 IDE har d disk drive connectors
LV DS LV DS connector
SP DIF_ SE L So ny Ph ilips Digita l Interface jump er
US B 3/4 Un ivers al Serial Bus con necto rs 3 - 4
WOL Wake On LAN co nnector
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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.
Chapter 2
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CPU
The VIA EPIA-M 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. Both CPU and System fan connectors have sensors to
detect fan speed, but the power fan does not have a sensor. FAN3 is an
additional FAN connector.
CPUFAN
Sensor
+12V
GND
SYSFAN
FAN
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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.
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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.
Chapter 2
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EMORY MODULE INSTALLATION
The VIA EPIA-M Mini-ITX Mainboard provides one 184-pin DIMM slot for
DDR266 SDRAM memory modules.
DDR SDRAM Module Installation Procedures
1. Push the white retaining latches at either end of the DIMM slot outwards.
2. Align the DDR SDRAM 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 SDRAM 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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Available DDR SDRAM Configurations
Refer to the table below for available DDR SDRAM configurations on the
mainboard.
Slot Module Size Total Memory
DIMM
(Bank 0 & 1)
64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB 64MB – 1GB
Maximum System Memory Supported 64MB – 1GB
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ONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY
The VIA EPIA-M 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 power plug is inserted in
the proper orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down the 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:
COM1
Line-In
Line-Out
Microphone
VGA Out
S-Video RCA / SPDIF
RJ45
USB
Parallel (LPT1)
PS2_MS
PS2_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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3
5
2
PS2 Mouse (6-pin female)
4
6
1
3
5
2
PS2 Keyboard (6-pin female)
4
6
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VGA Out
A DB-15 pin female connector that connects to a VGA
monitor.
USB Ports
The mainboard provides 2 USB 2.0 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 one standard RJ-45 port for
connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You can
connect a network cable to the LAN port.
S-Video Port
This port allows S-Video output in NTSC and PAL modes.
RCA Video or S/PDIF Port
This dual function port may be used either as a RCA Video
port or as an S/PDIF port. See SPDIF_SEL in the Jumpers
section for more details.
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Parallel Port: LPT1
The mainboard provides a 25-pin female connector for LPT (parallel port). A
parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port
(EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) modes.
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1425
1
Pin Signal Description
1 STROBE Strobe
2 DATA0 Data0
3 DATA1 Data1
4 DATA2 Data2
5 DATA3 Data3
6 DATA4 Data4
7 DATA5 Data5
8 DATA6 Data6
9 DATA7 Data7
10 ACK# Acknowledge
11 BUSY Busy
12 PE Paper End
13 SELECT Select
14 AUTOFEED# Automatic Feed
15 ERR# Error
16 INIT# Initialize Printer
17 SLIN# Select In
18 GND Ground
19 GND Ground
20 GND Ground
21 GND Ground
22 GND Ground
23 GND Ground
24 GND Ground
25 GND Ground
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Line-In
2-Channel 6-Channel
Line-Out
Microphone
Rear (L/R)
Front (L/R)
Center/Sub
Serial Ports: COM1
The mainboard offers two 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
Audio Jacks: Line-In, Line-Out, Microphone
Jack 2-Channel 6-Channel
Line-In Line in Rear (Left / Right)
Line-Out Line out Front (Left / Right)
Mic Microphone Center / Subwoofer
The Line-Out jack is for connecting to
external speakers or headphones.
The Line-In jack is for connecting to an
external audio device such as a CD player,
tape player, etc....
The Mic jack is for connecting to a microphone.
When 6-channel applications are used, all three jacks become output
connectors with Smart 5.1 (See Appendix A) In order for the 6-channel audio
to function, the operating system and multimedia application must be
properly configured. Please note that Windows 98 only supports 4-channel
audio.
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9-Pin Serial Port
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