Advantech INTEL AIMB 210 User Manual
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.  
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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:  
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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.  
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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  
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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.  
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Initial Inspection  
Before you begin installing your motherboard, please make sure that the following  
materials have been shipped:  
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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.  
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Contents  
Chapter 1 General Information ............................1  
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
Introduction ............................................................................................... 2  
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  
1.3.7 Mechanical and environmental specifications............................... 4  
Jumpers and Connectors.......................................................................... 4  
Table 1.1: Jumpers...................................................................... 4  
Table 1.2: Connectors ................................................................. 4  
Board layout: Jumper and Connector Locations....................................... 6  
Figure 1.1 Jumper and Connector Location ................................ 6  
Figure 1.2 I/O Connectors ........................................................... 6  
AIMB-210 Board Diagram......................................................................... 7  
Figure 1.3 AIMB-210 Board Diagram .......................................... 7  
Safety Precautions.................................................................................... 8  
Jumper Settings ........................................................................................ 9  
1.8.1 How to Set Jumpers...................................................................... 9  
1.8.2 CMOS Clear (CMOS1) ................................................................. 9  
Table 1.3: CMOS1....................................................................... 9  
1.8.3 COM2 RS 232/422/485 Mode Selector (JSETCOM2)................ 10  
Table 1.4: COM2 RS 232/422/485 Mode Selector  
1.4  
1.5  
1.6  
1.7  
1.8  
(JSETCOM2)............................................................ 10  
1.8.4 JLV1/JLV2: LCD Power 3.3 V/5 V Selector ................................ 10  
Table 1.5: JLV1/JLV2: LCD Power 3.3 V/5 V Selector.............. 10  
1.8.5 JPSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector .............................................. 11  
Table 1.6: JPSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector............................ 11  
1.8.6 JWDT1: Watchdog Timer Output Option .................................... 11  
Table 1.7: JWDT1: Watchdog Timer Output Option.................. 11  
System Memory ...................................................................................... 12  
Memory Installation Procedures.............................................................. 12  
1.9  
1.10  
Chapter 2 Connecting Peripherals ....................13  
2.1  
2.2  
2.3  
2.4  
Introduction ............................................................................................. 14  
Parallel Port (LPT1)................................................................................. 14  
Primary (IDE1) IDE Connector................................................................ 15  
USB Ports (LAN1_USB12/LAN2_USB34/USB56/USB78) ..................... 16  
Table 2.1: LAN LED Indicator.................................................... 16  
2.5  
TV-Out Connector (TVOUT1) ................................................................. 17  
Table 2.2: TV-Out Connector (TVOUT1)................................... 17  
2.6  
2.7  
2.8  
2.9  
2.10  
2.11  
VGA Connector (VGA1).......................................................................... 18  
Serial Ports (COM1~COM6) ................................................................... 19  
PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1).................................... 20  
CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1).......................................................... 21  
System FAN Connector (CHA_FAN1) .................................................... 22  
Front Panel Connectors (JFP1/JFP2/JFP3)............................................ 23  
2.11.1 ATX soft power switch (JFP1 / PWR_SW) ................................ 23  
2.11.2 Reset (JFP1 / RESET)................................................................ 23  
2.11.3 HDD LED (JFP2 / HDDLED)....................................................... 23  
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2.11.4 External speaker (JFP2 / SPEAKER)......................................... 23  
2.11.5 Power LED and keyboard lock connector  
(JFP3 / PWR_LED & KEY LOCK) .............................................. 24  
Table 2.3: ATX power supply LED status  
(No support for AT power)........................................ 24  
2.12  
2.13  
2.14  
2.15  
2.16  
2.17  
2.18  
2.19  
2.20  
Line In, Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)........................................ 25  
Serial ATA Interface (SATA1, SATA2).................................................... 26  
PCI.......................................................................................................... 27  
Front Headphone Connector (FPAUD1)................................................. 28  
ATX Power Connector (EATXPWR1)..................................................... 29  
SPI Flash connector(SPI_CN1) .............................................................. 30  
LCD Inverter Connector INV1 & INV2 (Optional).................................... 31  
LVDS Connector LVDS1 & LVDS2 (Optional)........................................ 32  
Digital I/O Connector (DIO1)................................................................... 33  
Chapter 3 BIOS Operation ................................. 35  
3.1  
3.2  
Introduction ............................................................................................. 36  
BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 36  
3.2.1 Main Menu.................................................................................. 37  
3.2.2 Standard CMOS Features .......................................................... 38  
3.2.3 Advanced BIOS Features........................................................... 39  
3.2.4 Advanced Chipset Features ....................................................... 40  
3.2.5 Integrated Peripherals ................................................................ 42  
3.2.6 USB Device Setting .................................................................... 44  
3.2.7 Security Chip Configuration (Optional Item) ............................... 45  
3.2.8 TPM Support............................................................................... 45  
3.2.9 Power Management Setup ......................................................... 46  
3.2.10 PnP/PCI Configurations.............................................................. 48  
3.2.11 PC Health Status ........................................................................ 49  
3.2.12 Frequency/Voltage Control......................................................... 49  
3.2.13 Load Setup Defaults ................................................................... 50  
3.2.14 Set Password.............................................................................. 50  
3.2.15 Save & Exit Setup....................................................................... 52  
3.2.16 Quit without Saving..................................................................... 52  
Chapter 4 Chipset Software Installation Utility 53  
4.1  
4.2  
4.3  
Before You Begin.................................................................................... 54  
Introduction ............................................................................................. 54  
Windows XP Driver Setup....................................................................... 55  
Chapter 5 VGA Setup ......................................... 57  
5.1  
5.2  
Introduction ............................................................................................. 58  
Windows Vista/XP/2000.......................................................................... 58  
Chapter 6 LAN Configuration............................ 59  
6.1  
6.2  
6.3  
6.4  
Introduction ............................................................................................. 60  
Features.................................................................................................. 60  
Installation............................................................................................... 60  
Win XP/Vista Driver Setup (Realtek RTL8111C).................................... 60  
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Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer..61  
A.1  
Programming the Watchdog Timer ......................................................... 62  
A.1.1 Watchdog Timer Overview.......................................................... 62  
A.1.2 Programming the Watchdog Timer............................................. 62  
Table A.1: Watchdog Timer Registers....................................... 64  
A.1.3 Example Program ....................................................................... 65  
Appendix B I/O Pin Assignments..........................69  
B.1  
B.2  
B.3  
B.4  
B.5  
B.6  
B.7  
B.8  
B.9  
Parallel Port (LPT1)................................................................................. 70  
Table B.1: Parallel Port (LPT1).................................................. 70  
USB Header (USB56, USB78)................................................................ 70  
Table B.2: USB Header (USB56)............................................... 70  
VGA Connector (VGA1).......................................................................... 71  
Table B.3: VGA Connector (VGA1) ........................................... 71  
RS-232 Interface..................................................................................... 71  
Table B.4: RS-232 Interface (COM1~COM4) ............................ 71  
RS-232/422/485 Setting Interface (JETCOM2)....................................... 72  
Table B.5: RS-232/422/485 Setting Interface (JETCOM2)........ 72  
SPI_CN1: SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector............................................... 72  
Table B.6: SPI_CN1:SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector................. 72  
PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1).................................... 73  
Table B.7: PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1) ..... 73  
CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1) .............................................. 73  
Table B.8: CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)................ 73  
System Fan Power Connector (CHA_FAN1).......................................... 74  
Table B.9: System Fan Power Connector  
(SYSFAN1/SYSFAN2) ............................................. 74  
B.10  
B.11  
Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP3) .................................... 74  
Table B.10:Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP3)...... 74  
HDD LED and External Speaker Connector (JFP2/HDD LED and  
SPEAKER).............................................................................................. 75  
Table B.11:External Speaker Connector (JFP2/SPEAKER)....... 75  
ATX Soft Power Switch and Reset Connector  
B.12  
(JFP1/ PWR-SW and RESET)................................................................ 75  
Table B.12:Reset Connector (JFP1/ RESET)............................. 75  
ATX Power Connector (EATXPWR1) ..................................................... 76  
Table B.13:ATX Power Connector (ATX2) ................................. 76  
USB/LAN ports (LAN1_USB12/LAN2_USB34)....................................... 76  
Table B.14:USB Port................................................................... 76  
Table B.15:Ethernet 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Port............................ 76  
Line In, Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)........................................ 77  
Serial ATA0/1 (SATA1/SATA2)............................................................... 77  
Table B.16:Serial ATA 0/1 (SATA1/SATA2) ............................... 77  
AT/ATX Mode (PSON1).......................................................................... 77  
Table B.17:AT/ATX Mode (PSON1) ........................................... 77  
AC-97 Audio Interface (FPAUD1) ........................................................... 77  
Table B.18:AT/ATX Mode (PSON1) ........................................... 77  
GPIO Pin Header (GPIO1)...................................................................... 78  
Table B.19:AT/ATX Mode (PSON1) ........................................... 78  
LVDS Connector: LVDS1 & LVDS2 (Optional) ....................................... 79  
Table B.20:LVDS1 Connector (Optional).................................... 79  
Table B.21:LVDS2 Connector (Optional).................................... 80  
LVDS Power Jumper (JLV1, JLV2)......................................................... 80  
Table B.22:LVDS Power Jumper................................................ 80  
LVDS Invert: INV1 & INV2 (Optional)...................................................... 81  
Table B.23:LVDS Power Jumper................................................ 81  
System I/O Ports..................................................................................... 81  
B.13  
B.14  
B.15  
B.16  
B.17  
B.18  
B.19  
B.20  
B.21  
B.22  
B.23  
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Table B.24:System I/O Ports ...................................................... 81  
DMA Channel Assignments.................................................................... 82  
Table B.25:DMA Channel Assignments ..................................... 82  
Interrupt Assignments............................................................................. 82  
Table B.26:Interrupt Assignments .............................................. 82  
1st MB Memory Map............................................................................... 82  
Table B.27:1st MB Memory Map ................................................ 82  
B.24  
B.25  
B.26  
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Chapter  
1
1
General Information  
 
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  
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Cost effective 945GSE chipset: supports 533 Front side bus  
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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  
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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  
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Optimized integrated graphic solution: With Intel® Graphics Media Accelera-  
tor 950, supports versatile display options and 32-bit 3D graphics engine.  
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1.3 Specifications  
1.3.1 System  
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CPU: Intel® Atom™ N270 1.6 GHz FSB 533 MHz  
BIOS: Award SPI 16 Mbit BIOS  
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System chipset: Intel® 945GSE with ICH7M  
SATA hard disk drive interface: Two on-board SATA connectors with data  
transmission rate up to 150 MB  
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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  
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RAM: Up to 2 GB in 1 slots 200-pin SODIMM sockets. Supports single channel  
DDRII 533 SDRAM  
1.3.3 Input/Output  
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PCI bus: 1 PCI slot  
Enhanced parallel port: Configured to LPT1, with 25 pin box header. Supports  
EPP/SPP/ECP  
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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  
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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  
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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  
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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  
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Supporting dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port (s) via PCI Express x1 bus  
which provides 500 MB/s data transmission rate  
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Controller: LAN: Realtek RTL8111C  
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1.3.6 Industrial features  
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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)  
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TPM1.2(optional): Infineon TPM chip SLB9635 TT 1.2 Module Onboard  
1.3.7 Mechanical and environmental specifications  
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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)  
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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  
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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  
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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  
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2nd LVDS (Optional)  
Figure 1.3 AIMB-210 Board Diagram  
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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.  
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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  
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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  
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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  
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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.  
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2
Connecting  
Peripherals  
 
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.  
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2.3 Primary (IDE1) IDE Connector  
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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  
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2.5 TV-Out Connector (TVOUT1)  
1
2
3
4
Table 2.2: TV-Out Connector (TVOUT1)  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
3
4
TV_Pb  
TV_Y  
TV_Pr  
GND  
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2.6 VGA Connector (VGA1)  
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1
10  
6
15  
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The AIMB-210 includes a VGA interface that can drive conventional CRT displays.  
VGA1 is a standard 15-pin D-SUB connector commonly used for VGA. Pin assign-  
ments for CRT connector VGA1 are detailed in Appendix B.  
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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.  
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2.8 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)  
Two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors (KBMS1) on the motherboard provide connection to a  
PS/2 keyboard and a PS/2 mouse, respectively.  
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2.9 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)  
1
2
3
If fan is used, this connector supports cooling fans of 500 mA (6 W) or less.  
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2.10 System FAN Connector (CHA_FAN1)  
1
2
3
If fan is used, this connector supports cooling fans of 500 mA (6 W) or less.  
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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.  
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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  
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2.12 Line In, Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)  
Line In  
Line Out  
Mic In  
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2.13 Serial ATA Interface (SATA1, SATA2)  
AIMB-210 features a high performance serial ATA interface (up to 150 MB/s) which  
eases cabling to hard drives with thin and long cables.  
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2.14 PCI  
The AIMB-210 provides 1 x PCI slot.  
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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.  
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2.16 ATX Power Connector (EATXPWR1)  
This connector is for an ATX Micro-Fit power supply. The plugs from the power sup-  
ply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orien-  
tation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.  
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2.17 SPI Flash connector(SPI_CN1)  
SPI flash card pin header may be used to flash BIOS if AIMB-210 cannot power on.  
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2.18 LCD Inverter Connector INV1 & INV2 (Optional)  
Note!  
!
Signal Description  
Signal  
Signal Description  
VR  
Vadj=0.75 V  
(Recommended: 4.7 KΩ, >1/16 W)  
LCD backlight ON/OFF control signal  
ENBKL  
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2.19 LVDS Connector LVDS1 & LVDS2 (Optional)  
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2.20 Digital I/O Connector (DIO1)  
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Chapter  
3
3
BIOS Operation  
 
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  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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3.2.2 Standard CMOS Features  
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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  
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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)  
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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.  
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3.2.3 Advanced BIOS Features  
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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.  
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!
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!
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.  
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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  
!
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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.  
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Four delay rate options are 250, 500, 750 and 1000.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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).  
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Onboard Device  
This item enables users to set the Onboard device status, including enabling  
AC97, and LAN devices.  
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Super IO Device  
This item enables users to set the Super IO device status, including enabling of  
COM, and LPT.  
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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”.  
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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.  
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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  
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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".  
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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".  
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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".  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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3.2.11 PC Health Status  
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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.  
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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  
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Spread Spectrum [Disabled]  
This item enables users to set the spread spectrum modulation.  
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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.  
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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>.  
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3.2.15 Save & Exit Setup  
Note!  
Typing “Y” will quit the BIOS Setup Utility and save user setup values to  
CMOS.  
Typing “N” will return to BIOS Setup Utility.  
3.2.16 Quit without Saving  
Note!  
Typing “Y” will quit the BIOS Setup Utility without saving to CMOS.  
Typing “N” will return to BIOS Setup Utility.  
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Chapter  
4
4
Chipset Software  
Installation Utility  
 
4.1 Before You Begin  
To facilitate the installation of the enhanced display drivers and utility software, read  
the instructions in this chapter carefully. The drivers for the AIMB-210 are located on  
the software installation CD. The driver in the folder of the driver CD will guide and  
link you to the utilities and drivers under a Windows system. Updates are provided  
via Service Packs from Microsoft*.  
Note!  
The files on the software installation CD are compressed. Do not  
attempt to install the drivers by copying the files manually. You must use  
the supplied SETUP program to install the drivers.  
Before you begin, it is important to note that most display drivers need to have the  
relevant software application already installed in the system prior to installing the  
enhanced display drivers. In addition, many of the installation procedures assume  
that you are familiar with both the relevant software applications and operating sys-  
tem commands. Review the relevant operating system commands and the pertinent  
sections of your application software’s user manual before performing the installa-  
tion.  
4.2 Introduction  
The Intel® Chipset Software Installation (CSI) utility installs the Windows INF files  
that outline to the operating system how the chipset components will be configured.  
This is needed for the proper functioning of the following features:  
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Core PCI PnP services  
IDE Ultra ATA 100/66/33 and Serial ATA interface support  
USB 1.1/2.0 support (USB 2.0 driver needs to be installed separately for Win98)  
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Identification of Intel® chipset components in the Device Manager  
Integrates superior video features. These include filtered sealing of 720 pixel  
DVD content, and MPEG-2 motion compensation for software DVD  
Note!  
This utility is used for the following versions of Windows, and it has to be  
installed before installing all the other drivers:  
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Windows 2000  
Windows XP  
Windows Vista  
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4.3 Windows XP Driver Setup  
1. Insert the driver CD into your system's CD-ROM drive. You can see the driver  
folder items. Navigate to the "Drv_INF" folder and click "infinst_autol.exe" to  
complete the installation of the driver.  
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Chapter  
5
5
VGA Setup  
 
5.1 Introduction  
To benefit from the Intel® 945GSE integrated graphics controller, you need to install  
the VGA driver. The Intel® 945GSE integrated graphics controller includes the follow-  
ing features:  
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Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950: Incorporating the latest Microsoft*  
DirectX*9 support capabilities. Dual independent display, enhanced display  
modes for widescreen flat panels, and optimized 3D support deliver an intense  
and realistic visual experience without requiring a separate graphics card.  
5.2 Windows Vista/XP/2000  
Note!  
Before installing this driver, make sure the CSI utility has been installed  
in your system. See Chapter 4 for information on installing the CSI util-  
ity.  
Insert the driver CD into your system's CD-ROM drive. You can see the driver folders  
items. Navigate to the "Drv_VGA" folder and click "setup.exe" to complete the instal-  
lation of the drivers for Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 2000.  
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Chapter  
6
6
LAN Configuration  
 
6.1 Introduction  
The AIMB-210 has a dual Gigabit Ethernet LAN via dedicated PCI Express x 1 bus  
(Realtek RTL8111C), which offers bandwidth of up to 500 MB/sec, eliminating the  
bottleneck of network data flow and incorporating Gigabit Ethernet to operate at 1000  
Mbps.  
6.2 Features  
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Integrated 10/100/100 Mbps transceiver  
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10/100/1000 Mbps triple-speed MAC  
High-speed RISC core with 24-KB cache  
On-chip voltage regulation  
Wake-on-LAN (WOL) support  
PCI Express X1 host interface  
6.3 Installation  
Note!  
Before installing the LAN drivers, make sure the CSI utility has been  
installed on your system. See Chapter 4 for information on installing the  
CSI utility.  
The AIMB-210 Realtek RTL8111C Gigabit integrated controller supports all major  
network operating systems. However, the installation procedure varies with different  
operating systems. Please find and use the section that provides the driver setup  
procedure for the operating system you are using.  
6.4 Win XP/Vista Driver Setup (Realtek RTL8111C)  
Insert the driver CD into your system's CD-ROM drive. Select the Drv_LAN folder  
then navigate to the directory for your OS.  
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Appendix  
A
A
Programming the  
Watchdog Timer  
 
A.1 Programming the Watchdog Timer  
The AIMB-210's watchdog timer can be used to monitor system software operation  
and take corrective action if the software fails to function within the programmed  
period. This section describes the operation of the watchdog timer and how to pro-  
gram it.  
A.1.1 Watchdog Timer Overview  
The watchdog timer is built into the super I/O controller W83627DHG. It provides the  
following user-programmable functions:  
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Can be enabled and disabled by user program  
Timer can be set from 1 to 255 seconds or 1 to 255 minutes  
Generates an interrupt or resets signal if the software fails to reset the timer  
before time-out  
A.1.2 Programming the Watchdog Timer  
The I/O port address of the watchdog timer is 2E (hex) and 2F (hex). 2E (hex) is the  
address port. 2F (hex) is the data port. You must first assign the address of register  
by writing an address value into address port 2E (hex), then write/read data to/from  
the assigned register through data port 2F (hex).  
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Unlock W83627DHG  
Select register of  
watchdog timer  
Enable the function of  
the watchdog timer  
Use the function of  
the watchdog timer  
Lock W83627DHG  
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Table A.1: Watchdog Timer Registers  
Address of Register (2E) Attribute  
Read/Write  
Value (2F) &  
description  
87 (hex)  
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Write this address to I/O address port 2E (hex)  
twice to unlock the W83627DHG.  
07 (hex)  
30 (hex)  
write  
write  
Write 08 (hex) to select register of watchdog timer.  
Write 01 (hex) to enable the function of the watch-  
dog timer. Disabled is set as default.  
F5 (hex)  
write  
Set seconds or minutes as units for the timer.  
Write 0 to bit 3: set second as counting unit.  
[default]  
Write 1 to bit 3: set minutes as counting unit.  
F6 (hex)  
write  
0: stop timer [default]  
01~FF (hex): The amount of the count, in seconds  
or minutes, depends on the value set in register F5  
(hex). This number decides how long the watch-  
dog timer waits for strobe before generating an  
interrupt or reset signal. Writing a new value to this  
register can reset the timer to count with the new  
value.  
F7 (hex)  
AA (hex)  
read/write  
Bit 7:Write 1 to enable mouse to reset the timer, 0  
to disable[default]. Bit 6: Write 1 to enable key-  
board to reset the timer, 0 to disable.[default]  
Bit 5: Write 1 to generate a timeout signal immedi-  
ately and automatically return to 0. [default=0]  
Bit 4: Read status of watchdog timer, 1 means  
timer is “timeout”.  
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Write this address to I/O port 2E (hex) to lock the  
watchdog timer 2.  
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A.1.3 Example Program  
1. Enable watchdog timer and set 10 sec. as timeout interval  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627DHG  
Mov al,87h  
Out dx,al  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,08h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer  
Mov al,30h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,01h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Set second as counting unit  
Mov al,0f5h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
In al,dx  
And al,not 08h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Set timeout interval as 10 seconds and start counting  
Mov al,0f6h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,10  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Lock W83627DHG  
Mov al,0aah  
Out dx,al  
2. Enable watchdog timer and set 5 minutes as timeout interval  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627DHG  
Mov al,87h  
Out dx,al  
Out dx,al  
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Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,08h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer  
Mov al,30h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,01h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Set minute as counting unit  
Mov al,0f5h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
In al,dx  
Or al,08h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Set timeout interval as 5 minutes and start counting  
Mov al,0f6h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,5  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Lock W83627DHG  
Mov al,0aah  
Out dx,al  
3. Enable watchdog timer to be reset by mouse  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627DHG  
Mov al,87h  
Out dx,al  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,08h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
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Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer  
Mov al,30h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,01h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Enable watchdog timer to be reset by mouse  
Mov al,0f7h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
In al,dx  
Or al,80h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Lock W83627DHG  
Mov al,0aah  
Out dx,al  
4. Enable watchdog timer to be reset by keyboard  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627DHG  
Mov al,87h  
Out dx,al  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,08h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer  
Mov al,30h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,01h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Enable watchdog timer to be strobed reset by keyboard  
Mov al,0f7h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
In al,dx  
Or al,40h  
Out dx,al  
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Dec dx ; Lock W83627DHG  
Mov al,0aah  
Out dx,al  
5. Generate a time-out signal without timer counting  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627DHG  
Mov al,87h  
Out dx,al  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,08h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer  
Mov al,30h  
Out dx,al  
Inc dx  
Mov al,01h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Generate a time-out signal  
Mov al,0f7h  
Out dx,al ;Write 1 to bit 5 of F7 register  
Inc dx  
In al,dx  
Or al,20h  
Out dx,al  
;-----------------------------------------------------------  
Dec dx ; Lock W83627DHG  
Mov al,0aah  
Out dx,al  
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Appendix  
B
B
I/O Pin Assignments  
 
B.1 Parallel Port (LPT1)  
Table B.1: Parallel Port (LPT1)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
STROBE*  
D0  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
AUTOFD*  
ERR  
2
3
D1  
INIT*  
SLCTINI*  
GND  
4
D2  
5
D3  
6
D4  
GND  
7
D5  
GND  
8
D6  
GND  
9
D7  
GND  
10  
11  
12  
13  
ACK*  
BUSY  
PE  
GND  
GND  
GND  
SLCT  
N/C  
* Low activity  
B.2 USB Header (USB56, USB78)  
Table B.2: USB Header (USB56)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
3
5
7
9
USB0_VCC5  
USB0_D-  
USB0_D+  
GND  
2
USB1_VCC5  
USB1_D-  
USB1_D+  
GND  
4
6
8
Key  
10  
GND  
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B.3 VGA Connector (VGA1)  
5
1
10  
15  
6
11  
Table B.3: VGA Connector (VGA1)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
RED  
9
CRT_VCCIN  
GND  
VGA_G  
VGA_B  
N/C  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
N/C  
V_SDAT  
H-SYNC  
V-SYNC  
V_SCLK  
GND  
GND  
GND  
B.4 RS-232 Interface  
9
1
2
8
Table B.4: RS-232 Interface (COM1~COM4)  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
DCD  
DSR  
RXD  
RTS  
TXD  
CTS  
DTR  
RRI  
GND  
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B.5 RS-232/422/485 Setting Interface (JETCOM2)  
Table B.5: RS-232/422/485 Setting Interface (JETCOM2)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
R_SINA  
2
RXD485_1  
3
R_SINA  
4
RXD422_1  
5
R_SINA  
6
RXD232_1  
7
DCDA  
8
SOUTA  
9
COM1_DCD#  
COM1_TXD485N  
SINA  
10  
12  
14  
16  
18  
COM1_SOUT  
COM1_RXD485P  
DTRA  
11  
13  
15  
17  
COM1_SIN  
COM1_TXD485P  
COM1_DTR#  
COM1_RXD485N  
B.6 SPI_CN1: SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector  
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7
2
8
Table B.6: SPI_CN1:SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
3
5
7
+F1_3V  
2
4
6
8
GND  
F1_SPI_CS#_Q  
F1_SPI_MISO_Q  
NC  
F1_SPI_CLK_Q  
F1_SPI_MOSI_Q  
NC  
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B.7 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)  
Table B.7: PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)  
Pin  
Signal  
1
KB DATA  
N/C  
2
3
GND  
4
KB VCC  
KB CLK  
N/C  
5
6
7
M_DATA  
N/C  
8
9
GND  
10  
11  
12  
M_VCC  
M_CLK  
N/C  
B.8 CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)  
1
2
3
Table B.8: CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
3
4
GND  
+12 V  
DETECT  
PWM  
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B.9 System Fan Power Connector (CHA_FAN1)  
1
2
3
Table B.9: System Fan Power Connector (SYSFAN1/SYSFAN2)  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
3
GND  
+12 V  
DETECT  
B.10 Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP3)  
You can use an LED to indicate when the single board computer is on. Pin 1 of JFP3  
supplies the LED's power, and Pin 3 is the ground.  
Table B.10: Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP3)  
Pin  
Function  
1
2
3
4
5
LED power (+5 V)  
NC  
GND  
KEYLOCK#  
GND  
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B.11 HDD LED and External Speaker Connector  
(JFP2/HDD LED and SPEAKER)  
The single board computer has its own buzzer. You can also connect it to the external  
speaker on your computer chassis.  
Table B.11: External Speaker Connector (JFP2/SPEAKER)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
3
5
7
SPK+  
NC  
2
4
6
8
HDDLED+  
HDDLED-  
SPK_IN  
SPK-  
SMB_DAATA  
SMB_CLK  
B.12 ATX Soft Power Switch and Reset Connector  
(JFP1/ PWR-SW and RESET)  
1 2 3 4  
Table B.12: Reset Connector (JFP1/ RESET)  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
3
4
PWR_BTN#  
GND  
RESET  
GND  
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B.13 ATX Power Connector (EATXPWR1)  
Table B.13: ATX Power Connector (ATX2)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
+3.3 V  
GND  
GND  
GND  
5 VSB  
+3.3 V  
GND  
GND  
GND  
+5 V  
2
+3.3 V  
+5 V  
+5 V  
POK  
12 V  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
12  
14  
16  
18  
20  
11  
13  
15  
17  
19  
-12 V  
PSON  
GND  
-5 V  
+5 V  
B.14 USB/LAN ports (LAN1_USB12/LAN2_USB34)  
Table B.14: USB Port  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
VCC  
3
4
Data0+  
GND  
Data0-  
Table B.15: Ethernet 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Port  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
3
4
XMT+  
XMT-  
RCV+  
N/C  
5
6
7
8
N/C  
RCV-  
N/C  
N/C  
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B.15 Line In, Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)  
Line In  
Line Out  
Mic In  
B.16 Serial ATA0/1 (SATA1/SATA2)  
Table B.16: Serial ATA 0/1 (SATA1/SATA2)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
3
5
7
GND  
2
4
6
8
SATA_0TX+  
GND  
SATA_0TX-  
SATA_0RX-  
GND  
SATA_0RX+  
B.17 AT/ATX Mode (PSON1)  
Table B.17: AT/ATX Mode (PSON1)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
#PSON_SIO  
(to super IO)  
#PSON  
(to power supply)  
1
3
2
GND  
B.18 AC-97 Audio Interface (FPAUD1)  
1
Table B.18: AT/ATX Mode (PSON1)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
3
5
7
9
MIC-IN  
MIC_VCC  
LRR  
2
GND  
4
VCC  
6
LOUT_R  
NC  
JDO  
8
LRL  
10  
LOUT_L  
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B.19 GPIO Pin Header (GPIO1)  
Table B.19: AT/ATX Mode (PSON1)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
DIO_GP20  
DIO_GP21  
DIO_GP22  
DIO_GP23  
DIO_GP24  
DIO_GP25  
DIO_GP26  
DIO_GP27  
SMBCLK_PCI  
GND  
2
DIO_GP10  
DIO_GP11  
DIO_GP12  
DIO_GP13  
DIO_GP14  
DIO_GP15  
DIO_GP16  
DIO_GP17  
SMBDATA_PCI  
VCC5_DIO  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
12  
14  
16  
18  
20  
11  
13  
15  
17  
19  
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B.20 LVDS Connector: LVDS1 & LVDS2 (Optional)  
Table B.20: LVDS1 Connector (Optional)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
VDDSAFE_1  
GND_1  
VDDSAFE_3  
OD0-  
2
VDDSAFE_2  
GND_7  
VDDSAFE_4  
ED0-  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
OD0+  
10  
12  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
24  
26  
28  
30  
32  
34  
36  
38  
40  
ED0+  
11  
13  
15  
17  
19  
21  
23  
25  
27  
29  
31  
33  
35  
37  
39  
GND_2  
OD1-  
GND_8  
ED1-  
OD1+  
ED1+  
GND_3  
OD2-  
GND_9  
ED2-  
OD2+  
ED2+  
GND_4  
OCK-  
GND_10  
ECK-  
OCK+  
ECK+  
GND_3  
DDC_CLK  
GND_6  
NC  
GND_11  
DDC_DAT  
GND_12  
NC  
NC  
NC  
HPLG  
VCON  
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Table B.21: LVDS2 Connector (Optional)  
Pin  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
1
VDDSAFE_1  
GND_1  
VDDSAFE_3  
OD0-  
2
VDDSAFE_2  
GND_7  
VDDSAFE_4  
ED0-  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
OD0+  
10  
12  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
24  
26  
28  
30  
32  
34  
36  
38  
40  
ED0+  
11  
13  
15  
17  
19  
21  
23  
25  
27  
29  
31  
33  
35  
37  
39  
GND_2  
OD1-  
GND_8  
ED1-  
OD1+  
ED1+  
GND_3  
OD2-  
GND_9  
ED2-  
OD2+  
ED2+  
GND_4  
OCK-  
GND_10  
ECK-  
OCK+  
ECK+  
GND_3  
DDC_CLK  
GND_6  
OD3-  
GND_11  
DDC_DAT  
GND_12  
ED3-  
OD3+  
ED3+  
HPLG  
VCON  
B.21 LVDS Power Jumper (JLV1, JLV2)  
* default setting  
Table B.22: LVDS Power Jumper  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
3
VCC3  
VCC_LCD  
VCC  
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B.22 LVDS Invert: INV1 & INV2 (Optional)  
Table B.23: LVDS Power Jumper  
Pin  
Signal  
1
2
3
4
5
VCC12  
GND  
BKLTEN  
VBR  
VCC  
B.23 System I/O Ports  
Table B.24: System I/O Ports  
Addr. range (Hex)  
Device  
000-01F  
022-023  
040-05F  
060-06F  
070-07F  
080-09F  
0A0-0BF  
0C0-0DF  
0F0  
Interrupt controller 1, master  
Chipset address  
8254 timer  
8042 (keyboard controller)  
Real-time clock, non-maskable interrupt (NMI) mask  
DMA page register  
Interrupt controller 2  
DMA controller  
Clear math co-processor  
Reset math co-processor  
Math co-processor  
Fixed disk  
0F1  
0F8-0FF  
1F0-1F8  
200-207  
278-27F  
290-297  
2F8-2FF  
360-36F  
378-37F  
380-38F  
3A0-3AF  
3B0-3BF  
3C0-3CF  
3D0-3DF  
3F0-3F7  
3F8-3FF  
4E0-4E7  
3E8-3EF  
4F0-4F8  
4F8-4FF  
Game I/O  
Parallel printer port 2 (LPT3)  
On-board hardware monitor  
Serial port 2  
Reserved  
Parallel printer port 1 (LPT2)  
SDLC, bisynchronous 2  
Bisynchronous 1  
Monochrome display and printer adapter (LPT1)  
Reserved  
Color/graphics monitor adapter  
Diskette controller  
Serial port 1  
Serial port 4  
Serial port 6  
Serial port 3  
Serial port 5  
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B.24 DMA Channel Assignments  
Table B.25: DMA Channel Assignments  
Channel  
Function  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Available  
Available  
Floppy disk (8-bit transfer)  
Available  
Cascade for DMA controller 1  
Available  
Available  
Available  
B.25 Interrupt Assignments  
Table B.26: Interrupt Assignments  
Priority  
Interrupt#  
Interrupt source  
1
NMI  
Parity error detected  
Interval timer  
2
IRQ0  
IRQ1  
IRQ2  
IRQ8  
IRQ9  
IRQ10  
IRQ11  
IRQ12  
IRQ13  
IRQ14  
IRQ15  
IRQ3  
IRQ4  
IRQ5  
IRQ6  
IRQ7  
3
Keyboard  
-
Interrupt from controller 2 (cascade)  
Real-time clock  
4
5
Cascaded to INT 0A (IRQ 2)  
Serial communication port 3/5  
Serial communication port 4/6  
PS/2 mouse  
6
7
8
9
INT from co-processor  
Primary IDE Channel  
Secondary IDE Channel  
Serial communication port 2  
Serial communication port 1  
Available  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
Available  
Parallel port 1 (print port)  
B.26 1st MB Memory Map  
Table B.27: 1st MB Memory Map  
Addr. range (Hex)  
Device  
E0000h - FFFFFh  
CC000h - DFFFFh  
C0000h - CBFFFh  
A0000h - BFFFFh  
00000h - 9FFFFh  
BIOS  
Unused  
VGA BIOS  
Video Memory  
Base memory  
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