User Manual
AIMB-210
Intel® Atom™ processor N270
1.6 GHz
FSB 533 MHz Mini-ITX
Motherboard with VGA, LVDS,
TV-Out, 6 COM, Dual GbE,
8 USB, 2 SATA II
A Message to the Customer
Advantech Customer Services
Each and every Advantech product is built to the most exacting specifications to
ensure reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of indus-
trial environments. Whether your new Advantech equipment is destined for the labo-
ratory or the factory floor, you can be assured that your product will provide the
reliability and ease of operation for which the name Advantech has come to be
known.
Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to Advantech’s customer
services. To ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instruc-
tions 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 nor-
mally a lot more detailed than the ones we can give over the phone.
So please consult this manual first. 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 Advantech 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 Advantech engineers every busi-
ness day. We are always ready to give advice on application requirements or specific
information on the installation and operation of any of our products.
iii
AIMB-210 User Manual
Declaration of Conformity
FCC
This device complies with the requirements in part 15 of the FCC rules:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
!
!
This device may not cause harmful interference
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 dig-
ital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-
vide 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. Opera-
tion of this device in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense. The
user is advised that any equipment changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance would void the compliance to FCC regula-
tions and therefore, the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Caution! There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the man-
ufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
AIMB-210 User Manual
iv
Memory Compatibility
Brand
Size
Speed Vendor PN
Advantech PN
Memory
DDR2
Hynix HY5PS121621B
FP-Y5 (32x16)
256 MB
TS32MSQ64V
667
NA
SAMSUNG
K4T51083QC ZCE6
(64x8)
DDR2
96SD2-512M667NN-
TR
512 MB
1 GB
TS6QSJ23002-6S
667
Transcend
(RoHS)
SAMSUNG
K4T51083QC ZCE6
(64x8)
DDR2
667
TS128MSQ64V6J NA
DDR2
667
96SD2-2G667NN-
TR1
2 GB
TS5QSU21640-6S
Micron D9HNL (128x8)
DDR2
667
96SD2I-512M667-
AP
ELPIDA E5108AG-6E-
E (64x8)
512 MB
1 GB
76.9325G.B17
Apacer
(RoHS)
DDR2
667
ELPIDA E5108AGBG-
6E-E (64x8)
76.0325G.B18
96SD2I-1G667-AP
DDR2
667
ELPIDA E5116AF-6E-
E (32x16)
256 MB
512 MB
1 GB
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
DDR2
667
ELPIDA E5108AGBG-
6E-E (64x8)
DSL
(RoHS)
DDR2
667
ELPIDA E5108AGBG-
6E-E (64x8)
DDR2
667
ELPIDA E1108ACSE-
6E-E (128x8)
2 GB
HYNIX
HY5PS12821E-FP-S5
(64x8)
DDR2
800
96SD2-1G800NN-
TR
1 GB
1 GB
TS2QSU23003-5E
Transcend
(RoHS)
ELPIDA TWN
E5108AHSE-8E-E
(64x8)
DDR2
800
NA
NA
DSL
(RoHS)
ELPIDA JPN
E1108ACSE-8E-E
(128x8)
DDR2
800
2 GB
NA
NA
NA
DDR2
533
Hynix HY5PS121621B
FP-Y5 (32x16)
256 MB
TS32MSQ64V
TS64MSQ64V5J
TS5QSU21640-6S
78.82054.420
Infineon HYB18T512
800AF37 SVV39006
0526 (32x8)
DDR2
533
96SD2-512M533NN-
TR
Transcend 512 MB
2 GB
DDR2
533
96SD2-2G667NN-
TR1
Micron D9HNL (128x8)
ELPIDA JAPAN
E5116AB-E
05050WPWA (64x8)
DDR2
533
256 MB
NA
ELPIDA JAPAN
E5108AB-E
04520WR5Q (64x8)
Apacer
512MB
DDR2
533
96SD2-512M533NN-
AP
76.8325G.116
78.02G71.422
DDR2
533
96SD2-1G533NN-
AP
ELPIDA TWN
E5108AE-E (64x8)
1GB
v
AIMB-210 User Manual
Ordering Information
AIMB-210 Ordering Information
On-board
Part Number
Chipset Memory LAN
COM DVI
LVDS TPM
Processor
ATOM N270
AIMB-210G2-S6A1E
1.6 GHz
DDR2
533
945GSE
945GSE
2
2
6
6
None Single None
None Dual Yes
ATOM N270
AIMB-210F-S6A1E*
1.6 GHz
DDR2
533
* Minimum order quantity is required
Product Warranty (2 years)
Advantech 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 pur-
chase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been
subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no
liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantech’s high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of
our customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defec-
tive, 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
speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem
occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandise
authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return
more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed 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.
AIMB-210 User Manual
vi
Initial Inspection
Before you begin installing your motherboard, please make sure that the following
materials have been shipped:
!
!
!
!
!
!
!
!
!
1 x AIMB-210 ATOM N270 1.6 GHz Mini-ITX with VGA/LVDS/Dual GbE LAN
1 x IDE HDD cable
2 x SATA HDD cable
2 x SATA Power cable
3 x Serial port cable
1 x I/O port bracket
1 x Startup manual
1 x Driver CD
1 x Warranty card
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales repre-
sentative immediately. We have carefully inspected the AIMB-210 mechanically and
electrically before shipment. It should be free of marks and scratches and in perfect
working order upon receipt. As you unpack the AIMB-210, check it for signs of ship-
ping damage. (For example, damaged box, scratches, dents, etc.) If it is damaged or
it fails to meet the specifications, notify our service department or your local sales
representative immediately. Also notify the carrier. Retain the shipping carton and
packing material for inspection by the carrier. After inspection, we will make arrange-
ments to repair or replace the unit.
vii
AIMB-210 User Manual
AIMB-210 User Manual
viii
Features.................................................................................................... 2
Specifications............................................................................................ 3
1.3.1 System.......................................................................................... 3
1.3.2 Memory......................................................................................... 3
1.3.3 Input/Output .................................................................................. 3
1.3.4 Graphics........................................................................................ 3
1.3.5 Ethernet LAN ................................................................................ 3
1.3.6 Industrial features ......................................................................... 4
Safety Precautions.................................................................................... 8
Table 1.4: COM2 RS 232/422/485 Mode Selector
ix
AIMB-210 User Manual
2.11.5 Power LED and keyboard lock connector
Table 2.3: ATX power supply LED status
PCI.......................................................................................................... 27
BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 36
3.2.1 Main Menu.................................................................................. 37
3.2.14 Set Password.............................................................................. 50
AIMB-210 User Manual
x
RS-232 Interface..................................................................................... 71
Table B.9: System Fan Power Connector
B.11
HDD LED and External Speaker Connector (JFP2/HDD LED and
SPEAKER).............................................................................................. 75
ATX Soft Power Switch and Reset Connector
B.12
System I/O Ports..................................................................................... 81
xi
AIMB-210 User Manual
1.1 Introduction
The AIMB-210 is designed with the Intel® 945GSE and the ICH7M for industrial appli-
cations that require both performance computing and enhanced power management
capabilities. The motherboard has on board CPU Intel® Atom™ N270 1.6GHz with
533 MHz front side bus and DDR2 533 MHz up to 2 GB.
The AIMB-210 offers cost-saving integrated graphics, built on the Intel® 945GSE
chipset and features the unique Intel® Extreme Graphics architecture that maximizes
VGA performance and shares system memory up to 224 MB.
Advantech AIMB-210 is designed with an Intel® 945GSE chipset and on board CPU
Intel® ATOM™ N270 1.6GHz FSB 533 MHz processor. A rich I/O connectivity of 6
serial ports, 8 USB 2.0, Dual GbE LAN and 2 SATA ports.
1.2 Features
!
Cost effective 945GSE chipset: supports 533 Front side bus
!
!
Rich I/O connectivity: 6 serial ports, 8 USB 2.0, Dual GbE LAN
Standard Mini-ITX form factor with industrial feature: The AIMB-210 is a full-
featured Mini-ITX motherboard with balanced expandability and performance
!
Wide selection of storage devices: IDE HDD, SATA HDD, CF, customers ben-
efit from the flexibility of using the most suitable storage device for larger capac-
ity
!
Optimized integrated graphic solution: With Intel® Graphics Media Accelera-
tor 950, supports versatile display options and 32-bit 3D graphics engine.
AIMB-210 User Manual
2
1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 System
!
!
CPU: Intel® Atom™ N270 1.6 GHz FSB 533 MHz
BIOS: Award SPI 16 Mbit BIOS
!
!
System chipset: Intel® 945GSE with ICH7M
SATA hard disk drive interface: Two on-board SATA connectors with data
transmission rate up to 150 MB
!
!
IDE Interface: One onboard IDE connector supporting up to two enhanced IDE
devices. Supports PIO mode 4 (16.67 MB/s data transfer rate) and ATA 33/66/
100 (33/66/100 MB/s data transfer rate) BIOS enabled/disabled
CF interface: Supports compact flash Type II
1.3.2 Memory
!
RAM: Up to 2 GB in 1 slots 200-pin SODIMM sockets. Supports single channel
DDRII 533 SDRAM
1.3.3 Input/Output
!
!
PCI bus: 1 PCI slot
Enhanced parallel port: Configured to LPT1, with 25 pin box header. Supports
EPP/SPP/ECP
!
!
Serial ports: Six serial ports, COM2 is RS-232/422/485 and five of RS-232
serial ports
Keyboard and PS/2 mouse connector: Two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors are
located on the mounting bracket for easy connection to a PS/2 keyboard and
mouse
!
!
USB port: Supports up to eight USB 2.0 ports with transmission rate up to 480
Mbps, 4 on board pin header and 4 external ports)
GPIO connector: 16-bit general purpose Input/Output
1.3.4 Graphics
!
!
!
!
!
Controller: Chipset integrated VGA controller
Display memory: Dynamically shared system memory up to 224 MB
CRT: Up to 2048 x 1536 resolution, 400 MHz RAMDAC
LVDS1: Supports single channel 18-bit/ dual channel 36-bit LVDS
LVDS2 (optional): Supports single channel 18/24-bit/ dual channel 24/48-bit
LVDS via Chrontel 7308B transmitter
!
TV-Out: Support both S-video and composite video via cables (TV-out function
is not supported during POST stage)
1.3.5 Ethernet LAN
!
Supporting dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port (s) via PCI Express x1 bus
which provides 500 MB/s data transmission rate
!
Controller: LAN: Realtek RTL8111C
3
AIMB-210 User Manual
1.3.6 Industrial features
!
Watchdog timer: Can generate a system reset. The watchdog timer is pro-
grammable, with each unit equal to one second or one minute (255 levels)
!
TPM1.2(optional): Infineon TPM chip SLB9635 TT 1.2 Module Onboard
1.3.7 Mechanical and environmental specifications
!
!
!
!
!
Operating temperature: 0 ~ 60° C (32 ~ 140° F, Depending on CPU)
Storage temperature: -20 ~ 70° C (-4 ~ 158° F)
Humidity: 5 ~ 95% non-condensing
Power supply voltage: +3.3 V, +5 V, +12 V, -12 V, 5 Vsb
Power consumption:
+5 V @ 1.96 A, +3.3 V @ 1.21 A, +12 V @ 0.19 A, 5 VSB @ 0.28, -12 V@ 0.06
A. Measure the maximum current value which system under maximum load
(CPU: Top speed, RAM & Graphic: Full loading)
!
!
Board size: 170 mm x 170 mm (6.69" x 6.69")
Board weight: 0.365 kg
1.4 Jumpers and Connectors
Connectors on the AIMB-210 motherboard link it to external devices such as hard
disk drives and a keyboard. In addition, the board has a number of jumpers used to
configure your system for your application.
The tables below list the function of each of the board jumpers and connectors. Later
sections in this chapter give instructions on setting jumpers. Chapter 2 gives instruc-
tions for connecting external devices to your motherboard.
Table 1.1: Jumpers
Label
Function
CMOS1
CMOS clear
JPSON1
JSETCOM2
AT/ATX mode selector
Serial port: RS232/RS422/RS485
Table 1.2: Connectors
Label
Functions
JFP1
JFP2
Power Switch / Reset connector
External speaker / SATA HDD LED connector / SM Bus connector
Power LED
Suspend: Fast flash (ATX/ AT)
JFP3(Keyboard Lock
and Power LED)
System On: ON (ATX/ AT)
System Off: OFF (AT)
System Off: Slow flash (ATX)
CMOS1
JSETCOM2
JLV1
CMOS clear (Default 1-2)
COM2 RS232/422/485 Jumper Setting
LVDS1 LCD power 3.3V/5V selection Default (1-2, 3.3V)
LVDS2 LCD power 3.3V/5V selection Default (1-2, 3.3V)
AT(1-2) / ATX(2-3) (Default 2-3)
parallel connector
JLV2
JPSON1
LPT1
AIMB-210 User Manual
4
USB56
USB78
VGA1
USB port 5, 6 (on board)
USB port 7, 8 (on board)
VGA connector
VGA2
TV-Out connector
COM12
COM3
Serial port: COM1 (RS232) and COM2 (RS232, RS422 and RS485)
Serial port: COM3 (RS232)
Serial port connector
COM4
COM5
Serial port connector
COM6
Serial port connector
KBMS1
CPUFAN1
SYSFAN1
LAN1_USB12
LAN2_USB34
CF1
PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse connector
CPU FAN connector(3-pin)
System FAN connector(3-pin)
LAN1 / USB port 1, 2
LAN2 / USB port 3, 4
CF Socket
AUDIO1
FPAUD1
GPIO1
IDE1
Audio connector
HD Audio Front Panel Pin Header
GPIO Header
IDE connector
EATXPWR1
INV1
ATX 20Pin Main power connector
LVDS1 Inverter Power
LVDS2 Inverter Power
LVDS1 connector (Internal)
LVDS2 connector (Internal)
PCI Slot
INV2
LVDS1
LVDS2
PCI1
SATA1
Serial ATA1
SATA2
Serial ATA2
DIMMA1
BAT1
Memory connector channel
Battery Connector
SPI_CN1
JWDT1
SPI1
SPI flash update connector
Watchdog Reset
SPI BIOS socket
5
AIMB-210 User Manual
1.5 Board layout: Jumper and Connector Locations
Audio1
LAN2
USB34
LAN1
USB12
VGA1
COM3
COM12
KBMS1
TVOUT1
JLV2
LPT1
JSETCOM2
COM4
FPAUD1
COM5
SYSFAN1
COM6
INV2
USB56
LVDS2
INV1
LVDS1
USB78
JLV1
DIMM A1
SPI_CN1
CMOS1
PCI1
CF
DIO1
CPUFAN1
PWR-SW RESET
HDDLED
q w e r
JFP1
JFP2
JPSON1
SATA1
IDE1
SATA2
JWDT1
w r y i
q e t u
JFP3 q w e r t
S
P
E
A
K
E
R
EATXPWR1
PWR_LED & KEYLOCK
Figure 1.1 Jumper and Connector Location
Figure 1.2 I/O Connectors
AIMB-210 User Manual
6
1.7 Safety Precautions
Warning! Always completely disconnect the power cord from chassis 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.
Caution! Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before touching the
motherboard. Modern electronic devices are very sensitive to electro-
static discharges. As a safety precaution, use a grounding wrist strap at
all times. Place all electronic components on a static-dissipative surface
or in a static-shielded bag when they are not in the chassis.
Caution! The computer is provided with a battery-powered real-time clock circuit.
There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Discard used batteries according to manufacturer's instructions.
Caution! There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the man-
ufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
AIMB-210 User Manual
8
1.8 Jumper Settings
This section provides instructions on how to configure your motherboard by setting
the jumpers. It also includes the motherboards's default settings and your options for
each jumper.
1.8.1 How to Set Jumpers
You can configure your motherboard to match the needs of your application by set-
ting the jumpers. A jumper is a metal bridge that closes an electrical circuit. 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” (or turn ON) a jumper, you connect the pins
with the clip. To “open” (or turn OFF) a jumper, you remove the clip. Sometimes a
jumper consists of a set of three pins, labeled 1, 2, and 3. In this case you connect
either pins 1 and 2, or 2 and 3. A pair of needle-nose pliers may be useful when set-
ting jumpers.
1.8.2 CMOS Clear (CMOS1)
The AIMB-210 motherboard contains a jumper that can erase CMOS data and reset
the system BIOS information. Normally this jumper should be set with pins 1-2
closed. If you want to reset the CMOS data, set J1 to 2-3 closed for just a few sec-
onds, and then move the jumper back to 1-2 closed. This procedure will reset the
CMOS to its default setting.
Table 1.3: CMOS1
Function
Jumper Setting
*Keep CMOS data
1-2 closed
2-3 closed
Clear CMOS data
* Default
9
AIMB-210 User Manual
1.8.3 COM2 RS 232/422/485 Mode Selector (JSETCOM2)
Users can use JSETCOM2 to select among RS 232/422/485 modes for COM2. The
default setting is RS 232.
RS232*
RS422
RS485
Table 1.4: COM2 RS 232/422/485 Mode Selector (JSETCOM2)
Function
Jumper Setting
*RS232
RS422
(5-6) + (7-9) + (8-10) + (13-15) + (14-16) closed
(3-4) + (9-11) + (10-12) + (15-17) + (16-18) closed
(1-2) + (9-11) + (10-12) + (15-17) + (16-18) closed
RS-485
*: Default
1.8.4 JLV1/JLV2: LCD Power 3.3 V/5 V Selector
Table 1.5: JLV1/JLV2: LCD Power 3.3 V/5 V Selector
Closed Pins
Result
1-2*
2-3
3.3 V*
5 V
*Default
1
1
5 V
2-3 closed
3.3 V
1-2 closed
AIMB-210 User Manual
10
1.8.5 JPSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector
Table 1.6: JPSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector
Closed Pins
Result
1-2
AT Mode
2-3*
ATX Mode
*Default
1
1
ATX Mode
2-3 closed
AT Mode
1-2 closed
1.8.6 JWDT1: Watchdog Timer Output Option
Table 1.7: JWDT1: Watchdog Timer Output Option
Closed Pins
Result
1-2
NC
2-3*
System Reset*
*Default
1
1
System Reset
2-3 closed
NC
1-2 closed
11
AIMB-210 User Manual
1.9 System Memory
The AIMB-210 has one socket for a 200-pin SODIMMx1.
All these sockets use 1.8 V unbuffered double data rate synchronous DRAMs (DDR
SDRAM). They are available in capacities of 256, 512, and 1024 MB. The sockets
can be filled in any combination with DIMMs of any size, giving a total memory size
between 256 MB and 2 GB. AIMB-210 does NOT support ECC (error checking and
correction).
1.10 Memory Installation Procedures
To install SODIMMs, first make sure the two handles of the SODIMM socket are in
the “open” position, i.e., the handles lean outward. Slowly slide the SODIMM module
along the plastic guides on both ends of the socket. Then press the SODIMM module
well down into the socket, until you hear a click when the two handles have automat-
ically locked the memory module into the correct position of the SODIMM socket. To
remove the memory module, just push both handles outward, and the memory mod-
ule will be ejected by the mechanism.
AIMB-210 User Manual
12
2.1 Introduction
You can access most of the connectors from the top of the board as it is being
installed in the chassis. If you have a number of cards installed or have a packed
chassis, you may need to partially remove the card to make all the connections.
2.2 Parallel Port (LPT1)
The parallel port is normally used to connect the motherboard to a printer. The AIMB-
210 includes an onboard parallel port, accessed through a 25-pin flat-cable connec-
tor, LPT1.
Note!
Parallel cable is not enclosed in the box as a standard accessory. The
order part number is 1700008809.
AIMB-210 User Manual
14
2.4 USB Ports (LAN1_USB12/LAN2_USB34/USB56/
USB78)
The AIMB-210 provides up to eight ports of USB (Universal Serial Bus). The USB
interface complies with USB Specification Rev. 2.0 supporting transmission rate up to
480 Mbps and is fuse protected. The USB interface can be disabled in the system
BIOS setup.
The AIMB-210 is equipped with one high-performance 1000 Mbps Ethernet LANs.
They are supported by all major network operating systems. The RJ-45 jacks on the
rear plate provide convenient or 1000 Mbps operation.
LAN1_USB12 LAN2_USB34
USB56
USB78
Table 2.1: LAN LED Indicator
LAN Mode
Lan Indicator
1 Gbps Link on
100 Mbps Link on
Active
LED1 Green on
LED1 Orange on
LED2 Green flash
AIMB-210 User Manual
16
2.7 Serial Ports (COM1~COM6)
COM1/COM2/COM3
COM4/COM5/COM6
AIMB-210 supports six serial ports. 1 of RS-232/422/485 - COM1, COM2, COM3,
COM4, COM5 and COM6. The user can use JSETCOM2 to select among RS 232/
422/485 modes for COM2. These ports can connect to serial devices, such as a
mouse or a printer, or to a communications network.
The IRQ and address ranges for both ports are fixed. However, if you want to disable
the port or change these parameters later, you can do this in the system BIOS setup.
Different devices implement the RS-232/422/485 standards in different ways. If you
are having problems with a serial device, be sure to check the pin assignments for
the connector.
19
AIMB-210 User Manual
2.11 Front Panel Connectors (JFP1/JFP2/JFP3)
There are several external switches to monitor and control the AIMB-210.
2.11.1 ATX soft power switch (JFP1 / PWR_SW)
If your computer case is equipped with an ATX power supply, you should connect the
power on/off button on your computer case to (JFP1/PWR_SW). This connection
enables you to turn your computer on and off.
2.11.2 Reset (JFP1 / RESET)
Many computer cases offer the convenience of a reset button. Connect the wire for
the reset button.
2.11.3 HDD LED (JFP2 / HDDLED)
You can connect an LED to connector (JFP2/HDDLED) to indicate when the HDD is
active.
2.11.4 External speaker (JFP2 / SPEAKER)
(JFP2 / SPEAKER) is a 4-pin connector for an external speaker. If there is no exter-
nal speaker, the AIMB-210 provides an onboard buzzer as an alternative. To enable
the buzzer, set pins 3-4 as closed.
23
AIMB-210 User Manual
2.11.5 Power LED and keyboard lock connector (JFP3 / PWR_LED &
KEY LOCK)
(JFP3 / PWR_LED&KEY LOCK) is a 5-pin connector for the power on LED and Key
Lock function. Refer to Appendix B for detailed information on the pin assignments.
The Power LED cable should be connected to pin 1-3. The key lock button cable
should be connected to pin 4-5.
There are 3 modes for the power supply connection. The first is “ATX power mode”,
system is on/off by a tentative power button. The second is “AT Power Mode”, system
is on/off by the switch of the Power supply. The third is another “AT Power Mode”
which is using the front panel power switch. The power LED status is indicated as fol-
lowing table:
Table 2.3: ATX power supply LED status (No support for AT power)
LED
LED
LED
(ATX Power Mode) (AT power Mode)
(AT power Mode)
(On/off by front
panel switch)
Power mode
(On/off by
(On/off by switching
power supply)
tentative button)
PSON1
(On Back plane)
Jumper setting
Connect 1-2 pin cable
with switch
2-3 pin closed
1-2 pin closed
System On
On
On
On
System Suspend
System Off
Fast flashes
Slow flashes
Fast flashes
Off
Fast flashes
Off
AIMB-210 User Manual
24
2.15 Front Headphone Connector (FPAUD1)
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.
Note!
For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend
that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this con-
nector to avail of the motherboard’s high definition audio capability.
AIMB-210 User Manual
28
AIMB-210 User Manual
34
3.1 Introduction
Advantech provides a full-featured Award BIOS 6.0 that delivers superior perfor-
mance, compatibility and functionality for manufactures of Industrial PCs and
embedded boards; its many options and extensions let you customize your
products to a wide range of designs and target markets.
The modular, adaptable AwardBIOS 6.0 supports the broadest range of third-
party peripherals and all popular chipsets, plus Intel®, AMD, nVidia, VIA, and
compatible CPUs from 386 through Pentium® and AMD Geode™, K7 and K8
(including multiple processor platforms), and VIA Eden C3 and C7 CPU.
You can use Advantech’s utilities to select and install features to suit your
design needs.
3.2 BIOS Setup
The AIMB-210 Series system has build-in AwardBIOS with a CMOS SETUP
utility which allows users to configure required settings or to activate certain sys-
tem features.
The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS RAM of the mother-
board. When the power is turned off, the battery on the board supplies the nec-
essary power to the CMOS RAM.
When the power is turned on, press the <Del> button during the BIOS POST
(Power-On Self Test) will take you to the CMOS SETUP screen.
Control Keys
Move to select item
Select Item
< ↑ >< ↓ >< ← >< → >
<Enter>
Main Menu - Quit and not save changes into CMOS
Sub Menu - Exit current page and return to Main Menu
<Esc>
<Page Up/+>
<Page Down/->
<F1>
Increase the numeric value or make changes
Decrease the numeric value or make changes
General help, for Setup Sub Menu
Item Help
<F2>
<F5>
Load Previous Values
<F7>
Load Setup Default
<F10>
Save all CMOS changes
AIMB-210 User Manual
36
3.2.1 Main Menu
Press <Del> to enter AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will
appear on the screen. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press
<Enter> to accept or enter the sub-menu.
!
!
!
!
!
Standard CMOS Features
This setup page includes all the items in standard compatible BIOS.
Advanced BIOS Features
This setup page includes all the items of Award BIOS enhanced features.
Advanced Chipset Features
This setup page includes all the items of Chipset configuration features.
Integrated Peripherals
This setup page includes all onboard peripheral devices.
Security chip configuration
This SETUP page includes all the items of Trusted Module Configuration fea-
tures. This sub-menu item only appears when the Trusted Module is plugged in.
!
!
!
Power Management Setup
This setup page includes all the items of Power Management features.
PnP/PCI Configurations
This setup page includes PnP OS and PCI device configuration.
PC Health Status
This setup page includes the system auto detect CPU and system temperature,
voltage, fan speed.
!
!
Frequency/Voltage Control
This setup page includes CPU host clock control, frequency ratio and voltage.
Load Setup Defaults
This setup page includes Load system optimized value, and the system would
be in best performance configuration.
!
!
!
Set Password
Establish, change or disable password.
Save & Exit Setup
Save CMOS value settings to CMOS and exit BIOS setup.
Exit Without Saving
Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit BIOS setup.
37
AIMB-210 User Manual
3.2.2 Standard CMOS Features
!
Date
The date format is <weekday>, <month>, <day>, <year>.
Weekday
Month
Day
From Sun to Sat, determined and displayed by BIOS only
From Jan. to Dec.
From 1 to 31
Year
From 1999 through 2098
!
!
!
!
Time
The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>, based on 24-hour time.
IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave
IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press "Enter" for automatic device detection.
Video
Select EGA or VGA display.
Halt on
The item determines whether the computer will stop if an error is detected dur-
ing power up.
No Errors
All Errors
The system boot will not stop for any error.
Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be
stopped.
All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error; it will stop for all
other errors. (Default value)
!
!
!
Base Memory
The POST of the BIOS will determine the amount of base (or conventional)
memory installed in the system.
Extended Memory
The BIOS POST will determine the amount of extended memory (above 1 MB in
CPU’s memory address map) installed in the system.
Total Memory
This item displays the total system memory size.
AIMB-210 User Manual
38
3.2.3 Advanced BIOS Features
!
!
CPU Feature
This item allows users to adjust CPU features.
Hard Disk Boot Priority
This item allows users to select boot sequence for system device HDD, USB-
HDD, SCSI, RAID.
!
!
!
!
Virus Warning[Disabled]
Enables or disables the virus warning.
CPU L1 & L2 Cache [Enabled]
This item allows users to enable CPU L1 and L2 cache.
CPU L3 Cache
This item allows users to enable CPU L3 cache.
Quick Power On Self Test[Enabled]
This field speeds up the Power-On Self Test (POST) routine by skipping retest-
ing a second, third and forth time. Setup setting default is enabled.
!
First / Second / Third / Other Boot Drive
Hard Disk
CDROM
USB-FDD
USB-ZIP
USB-CDROM
LAN
Select boot device priority by Hard Disk.
Select boot device priority by CDROM.
Select boot device priority by USB-FDD.
Select boot device priority by USB-ZIP.
Select boot device priority by USB-CDROM.
Select boot device priority by LAN.
Disable this boot function.
Disabled
!
!
Gate A20 Option [Fast]
This item enables users to switch A20 control by port 92 or not.
Typematic Rate Setting
This item enables users to set the two typematic controls items.
– Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)
This item controls the speed at which the system registers auto-repeated key-
strokes. The eight settings are 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 24 and 30.
– Typematic Delay (Msec)
This item sets the keypress time delay before autorepeat begins.
39
AIMB-210 User Manual
Four delay rate options are 250, 500, 750 and 1000.
!
!
Security Option [Setup]
System
System will not boot and refuses access to Setup page if the cor-
rect password is not entered at the prompt.
Setup
System will boot, but access to Setup requires password (default
value).
APIC Mode [Enabled]
This item allows user to enabled of disabled “Advanced Programmable Interrupt
Controller”. APIC is implemented in the motherboard and must be supported by
the operating system, and it extends the number of IRQ's available.
3.2.4 Advanced Chipset Features
Note!
This “Advanced Chipset Features” page controls configuration of the
board’s chipset. This page is chipset dependent; screens may differ
somewhat depending on the chipset. It is strongly recommended that
only technical users make changes to the default settings.
!
DRAM Timing Selectable [By SPD]
This item enables users to set the optimal timings for items 2 through 5; system
default setting “By SPD” follows the SPD information and ensures the system
runs stably with optimal performance.
!
!
CAS Latency Time [Auto]
This item enables users to set the timing delay in clock cycles before SDRAM
starts a read command after receiving it.
DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]
This item enables users to set the timing of the transition from RAS (row
address strobe) to CAS (column address strobe) as both rows and column are
separately addressed shortly after DRAM is refreshed.
!
!
DRAM RAS# Precharge [Auto]
This item enables users to set the DRAM RAS# precharge timing, system
default is setting to “Auto” to reference the data from SPD ROM.
Precharge delay (tRAS) [Auto]
This item allows user to adjust memory precharge time.
AIMB-210 User Manual
40
!
!
!
!
System Memory Frequency [Auto]
This item allows user to adjust memory frequency to improvement performance.
PCI Express Root port Func [Press Enter]
This item allows the user to adjust PCIE port on, off or auto.
On-Chip Frame Buffer Size[8 MB]
This item allows the user to adjust the on-chip frame buffer size 8 MB or 1 MB.
DVMT Mode [DVMT]
This item allows the user to adjust Intel's Dynamic Video Memory Technology
(DVMT). BIOS provides three options: DVMT, FIXED, and Both.
!
!
!
!
DVMT/FIXED Memory Size [128MB]
This item allows the user to adjust DVMT/FIXED graphics memory size.
Boot Display
This item allows the user to decide boot display mode.
Panel Number
This item allows the user to decide display resolution.
Init Display First
This item is the setting for start up video output: either from PCI Express or
Onboard device.
41
AIMB-210 User Manual
3.2.5 Integrated Peripherals
Note!
This “Integrated Peripherals” page controls the configuration of the
board’s chipset, including IDE, ATA, SATA, USB, AC97, MC97 and
Super IO and Sensor devices. This page is chipset dependent; the
screen capture above is illustrative, but screens do differ depending on
chipset features.
!
OnChip IDE Device
This item enables users to set the OnChip IDE device status, including some of
new chipsets also support SATA devices (Serial-ATA).
!
Onboard Device
This item enables users to set the Onboard device status, including enabling
AC97, and LAN devices.
AIMB-210 User Manual
42
!
Super IO Device
This item enables users to set the Super IO device status, including enabling of
COM, and LPT.
!
!
!
!
!
Onboard Serial port 1 [3F8 / IRQ4]
This item allows user to adjust serial port 1 of address and IRQ.
Onboard Serial port 2 [2F8/ IRQ3]
This item allows user to adjust serial port 2 of address and IRQ.
Onboard Parallel Port [378/IRQ7]
This item allows user to adjust parallel port of address and IRQ.
Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]
This item allows user to adjust parallel port mode.
EPP Mode Select [EPP1.9]
This field allows you to select EPP port type 1.7 or 1.9. The choices are
“EPP1.9” and “EPP1.7”.
!
!
ECP Mode Use DMA [3]
This item allows user to adjust ECP DMA resource.
Onboard Serial port 3 [4F0/IRQ10]
This item allows user to adjust serial port 3 of address and IRQ.
43
AIMB-210 User Manual
!
!
!
Onboard Serial port 4 [4E0/IRQ11]
This item allows user to adjust serial port 4 of address and IRQ.
Onboard Serial port 5 [4F8/IRQ10]
This item allows user to adjust serial port 4 of address and IRQ.
Onboard Serial port 6 [4E8/IRQ11]
This item allows user to adjust serial port 4 of address and IRQ.
3.2.6 USB Device Setting
!
!
USB 1.0 Controller
Select.Enabled. if your system contains a Universal Serial Bus (USB) controller
and you have USB peripherals. The choices are "Enabled" and "Disabled".
USB 2.0 Controller
This entry is used to disable/enable the USB 2.0 controller only. The BIOS itself
may or may not have high-speed USB support. If the BIOS has high speed USB
support built in, the support will automatically turn on when a high speed device
is attached. The choices are "Enabled" or "Disabled".
!
!
USB Operation Mode
Set the USB 2.0 controller to Hi Speed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps).
USB Keyboard / Mouse Function
Select “Enabled” if you plan to use a USB keyboard/Mouse. The choices are
"Enabled" and "Disabled".
!
USB Storage Function
Select "Enabled" if you plan to use an external USB storage device to boot sys-
tem under DOS mode. The choices are "Enabled" and "Disabled".
AIMB-210 User Manual
44
3.2.7 Security Chip Configuration (Optional Item)
3.2.8 TPM Support
The items in this menu allow you to set the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) fea-
tures. Select an item and then press <Enabled> to display the configuration
options.
Note!
To enable the TPM function, set the TPM Support item to [Enabled] and
then save the change; after rebooting, the TPM configuration menu will
show the active options.
45
AIMB-210 User Manual
3.2.9 Power Management Setup
Note!
Adjust “Power management Setup” to configure the system to most
effective energy savings still consistent with the intended style of use.
!
!
Power-Supply Type [ATX]
This item allows user to set power-supply type, ATX or AT mode.
ACPI Suspend Type [S3(STR)]
This item allows user to select sleep state when in suspend.
S1(POS)
S3(STR)
The suspend mode is equivalent to a software power down;
The system shuts down with the exception of a refresh current to
the system memory.
!
!
Run VGA BIOS if S3 Resume [Auto]
This item allows system to reinitialize VGA BIOS after system resume from
ACPI S3 mode.
Power Management [User Define]
This item allows user to select system power saving mode.
Min Saving
Max Saving
User Define
Minimum power management. Suspend Mode=1 hr.
Maximum power management. Suspend Mode=1 min.
Allows user to set each mode individually. Suspend Mode= Dis-
abled or 1 min ~1 hr.
!
Video Off Method [DPMS]
This item allows user to determine the manner is which the monitor is blanked.
V/H SYNC+Blank This option will cause system to turn off vertical and horizontal syn-
chronization ports and write blanks to the video buffer.
Blank Screen
DPMS
This option only writes blanks to the video buffer.
Initial display power management signaling.
!
!
Video Off In Suspend [Yes]
This item allows users to turn off video when system is in suspend mode.
Suspend Type [Stop Grant]
This item allows users to determine the suspend type.
AIMB-210 User Manual
46
!
!
Modem use IRQ [3]
This item allows users to determine which IRQ the MODEM can use.
Suspend Mode [Disabled]
This item allows users to set a delay time. If system inactivity exceeds the delay
time, all devices except the CPU will be shut off.
!
Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN [Instant-Off]
This item allows users to define function of power button.
Instant-Off
Press power button for instant power off.
Delay 4 Sec
Press power button for four seconds to initiate power off.
!
!
!
!
!
PowerOn by LAN [Enabled]
This item allows users to power on the system via LAN. The choices are
“Enabled” and “Disabled”.
PowerOn by Modem [Enabled]
This item allows users to power on the system by Modem. The choices are
“Enabled” and “Disabled”.
USB KB Wake_Up From S3 [Disabled]
This item allows users to allow a USB keyboard to wake up the system from S3
suspend. Options: Enabled or Disabled.
PowerOn by Alarm [Disabled]
The choices are “Enabled” and “Disabled”. If enabled, the fields that follow indi-
cate dates and times of alarm settings.
PWRON After PWR-Fail [ON/Off/Former-Sts]
Use this to set up the system after power failure. The “Off” setting keeps the sys-
tem powered off after power failure, the “On” setting boots up the system after
failure, and the “Former-Sts” returns the system to the status before power fail-
ure.
47
AIMB-210 User Manual
3.2.10 PnP/PCI Configurations
!
!
Reset Configuration Data [Disabled]
The default is Disabled. Select Enabled to reset Extended System Configuration
Data (ESCD) if you have installed a new add-on card, and system configuration
is in such a state that the OS cannot boot.
Resources Controlled By [Auto(ESCD)]
The commands here are “Auto(ESCD)” or “Manual”. Choosing “Manual”
requires you to choose resources from the following sub-menu. “Auto(ESCD)”
automatically configures all of the boot and Plug and Play devices, but you must
be using Windows 95 or above.
AIMB-210 User Manual
48
3.2.11 PC Health Status
!
!
ACPI Shutdown Temperature [Disabled]
The system will shut down automatically if the CPU temperature goes over the
selected setting.
CPU Warning Temperature [Disabled]
The system will give an automatic warning if the CPU temperature goes over the
selected setting.
!
!
!
Current System Temperature
This shows you the current temperature of system.
Current CPU Temperature
This shows the current CPU temperature.
VCORE and Other Voltages
This shows the voltage of VCORE, +3.3 V, +5 V, +12 V, -12 V, VBAT(V), and 5
VSB (V).
3.2.12 Frequency/Voltage Control
!
Spread Spectrum [Disabled]
This item enables users to set the spread spectrum modulation.
49
AIMB-210 User Manual
3.2.13 Load Setup Defaults
Note!
Load Setup Defaults loads the default system values directly from ROM.
Useful if the stored record created by the Setup program should ever
become corrupted (and therefore unusable).
3.2.14 Set Password
Note!
To enable this feature, you should first go to the Advanced BIOS Fea-
tures menu, choose the Security Option, and select either Setup or Sys-
tem, depending on which aspect you want password protected. “Setup”
requires a password only to enter Setup. “System” requires the pass-
word either to enter Setup or to boot the system. A password can be at
most 8 characters long.
AIMB-210 User Manual
50
To Establish Password
1. Choose the Set Password option from the CMOS Setup Utility main menu and
press <Enter>.
2. When you see “Enter Password”, enter the desired password and press
<Enter>.
3. At the “Confirm Password” prompt, retype the desired password, then press
<Enter>.
4. Select Save to CMOS and EXIT, type <Y>, then <Enter>.
To Change Password
1. Choose the Set Password option from the CMOS Setup Utility main menu and
press <Enter>.
2. When you see “Enter Password”, enter the existing password and press
<Enter>.
3. You will see “Confirm Password”. Type it again, and press <Enter>.
4. Select Set Password again, and at the “Enter Password” prompt, enter the new
password and press <Enter>.
5. At the “Confirm Password” prompt, retype the new password, and press
<Enter>.
6. Select Save to CMOS and EXIT, type <Y>, then <Enter>.
To Disable Password
1. Choose the Set Password option from the CMOS Setup Utility main menu and
press <Enter>.
2. When you see “Enter Password”, enter the existing password and press
<Enter>.
3. You will see “Confirm Password”. Type it again, and press <Enter>.
4. Select Set Password again, and at the “Enter Password” prompt, please don’t
enter anything; just press <Enter>.
5. At the”Confirm Password” prompt, again, don’t type in anything; just press
<Enter>.
6. Select Save to CMOS and EXIT, type <Y>, then <Enter>.
51
AIMB-210 User Manual
|
