Acrosser Technology ACM-EL6KE0-A Series User manual

ACM-EL6KE0-Ax
User Manual
Acrosser Technology Co., Ltd.
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ACM-EL6KE0-Ax
COM Express Mini Module Type 10
with Intel®Elkhart Lake

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Date: Mar. 6, 2023
Disclaimer
For the purpose of improving reliability, design and function, the information in
this document is subject to change without prior notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of Acrosser Technology Co., Ltd.
In no event will Acrosser Technology Co., Ltd. be liable for direct, indirect, special,
incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the
product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Copyright
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reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic,
or other means in any form without prior written permission of Acrosser Technology
Co., Ltd.
Trademarks
The product names appear in this manual are for identication purpose only. The
trademarks and product names or brand names appear in this manual are the
property of their respective owners.
Purpose
This document is intended to provide the information about the features and use of
the product.
Audience
The intended audiences are technical personnel, not for general audiences.
WARNING
Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly replaced. Always replace the
battery with the same specications. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
Before running the system, make sure the power cord is rmly plugged into the
socket.
CAUTION
IEC 60417-6042 (2010-11) IEC 60417-6172 (2012-09)
All power cords must be disconnected during product repair.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ...................................................................5
1.1. Specications ............................................................................................................. 5
1.2. Packing List ................................................................................................................ 6
1.3. Block Diagram ............................................................................................................ 7
2. Hardware Information ...................................................8
2.1. Mainboard Layout....................................................................................................... 8
2.2. Row A/B Pin Assignments (CN1)................................................................................ 9
2.3. Board Dimension...................................................................................................... 13
3. BIOS Settings...............................................................15
3.1. Main Setup ............................................................................................................... 15
3.2. Advanced Setup ....................................................................................................... 16
3.2.1. Graphics Conguration ................................................................................. 16
3.2.1.1. LVDS Panel Conguration.............................................................. 17
3.2.2. CPU Conguration ........................................................................................ 18
3.2.3. Memory Conguration................................................................................... 19
3.2.4. On-Module H/W Monitor ............................................................................... 19
3.2.4.1. Fan 1 Mode Conguration ............................................................. 20
3.2.5. PCH-FW Conguration ................................................................................. 21
3.2.5.1. Firmware Update Conguration .................................................... 22
3.2.6. On-Module Conguration ............................................................................. 23
3.2.7. Power Management ..................................................................................... 24
3.2.8. BIOS Robot .................................................................................................. 25
3.2.8.1. Device Detecting Conguration...................................................... 26
3.2.8.1.1. Device #1~5 Detecting Conguration............................. 27
3.3. System I/O Setup ..................................................................................................... 27
3.3.1. PCI Express Conguration............................................................................ 28
3.3.2. Storage Conguration .................................................................................. 29
3.3.3. HD Audio Conguration ................................................................................ 30
3.3.4. Digital IO Port Conguration ........................................................................ 30
3.3.5. SIO Conguration.......................................................................................... 31
3.3.5.1. Serial Port x Conguration ............................................................. 32
3.3.6. Serial Port Console Redirection ................................................................... 33
3.3.7. SCS Conguration ........................................................................................ 34

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3.4. Security Setup .......................................................................................................... 35
3.4.1. Trusted Computing ....................................................................................... 36
3.4.2. Secure Boot ................................................................................................. 37
3.4.2.1. Key Management .......................................................................... 38
3.5. Boot Setup ............................................................................................................... 38
3.6. Save & Exit Setup..................................................................................................... 39
4. Drivers Installation ......................................................40
4.1. Driver Download and Installation.............................................................................. 40
5. Appendix ......................................................................42
5.1. I/O Information.......................................................................................................... 42
5.1.1. I/O Address Map ........................................................................................... 42
5.1.2. Memory Address Map ................................................................................... 43
5.1.3. IRQ Mapping Chart ...................................................................................... 44
6. FAQ ...............................................................................45
Q 1. Where can I nd the serial number of this product? ................................................. 45

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1. Introduction
Introducing the latest addition to Acrosser's COM Express Type 10 product line -
the ACM-EL6KE0-Ax. Powered by an Intel Elkhart Lake entry-level processor, this
product boasts an impressive 16GB DDR4 memory and 64GB EMMC on board,
making it stand out from the Standard Type 10 with 4 PCIe x1 Lanes. With its mini
form factor of just 84mm x 55mm, it meets the popular COM Express standard and
can easily fulll all of your embedded requirements, bringing your ideas to life.
The ACM-EL6KE0-Ax is available with two different CPU grades, providing exibility
for your applications in highly variable environments. Whether you need a powerful
processor for intensive tasks or a more cost-effective option for simple applications,
this product has got you covered.
Upgrade your embedded systems with the ACM-EL6KE0-Ax, and experience the
power and versatility you need for your next project.
1.1. Specifications
CPU • ACM-EL6KE0-A1: Intel®Elkhart Lake Intel Atom®
x6425E Processor, 2.00GHz up to 3GHz, 4C, 4T,
1.5MB cache, 12W
• ACM-EL6KE0-A2: Intel®Elkhart Lake Intel Pentium®
J6426Processor, 2.00GHz up to 3GHz, 4C, 4T, 1.5MB
cache, 10W
Chipset • Intel®SoC
GPU • Intel®UHD Graphics for 10th Gen Intel®Processors
Display • 1x LVDS/eDP
• 1x DDI port
LVDS • Supports 18/24bit Single channel
BIOS • AMI UEFI
Memory • ACM-EL6KE0-A1: Onboard LPDDR4x 4266 memory
8G
• ACM-EL6KE0-A2: Onboard LPDDR4x 4266 memory
16G
Storage • Onboard EMMC 64GB
Ethernet • 1x Intel®I226AT/IT 2.5GbE0
SATA • 2x SATA III (6.0Gb/s)
USB • 8x USB2.0
• 2x USB3.2 Gen2
Audio • 1x Intel High Denition Audio Interface
Serial Port • 2x wire UART (Only TX & RX)

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GPIO • 8 bit
Expansion • 4x PCI Express 3.0 lanes
4 PCIe x1
I2C
LPC
SMBus
OS Support • Windows 10
• Linux Kernel 64-bit
Watchdog Timer • Software programmable 0~255 seconds, 0 = disable
timer.
Power Mode • AT/ATX Mode (by jumper setting)
Operating Temperature • -40°C ~ 85°C
Dimension • 84 mm x 55 mm (3.31" x 2.17") COM Express type 10
Safety • CE, FCC Class A
1.2. Packing List
Check if the following items are included in the package.
Item Q’ty
�ACM-EL6KE0-A1
or ACM-EL6KE0-A2
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�CPU Cooler 1

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1.3. Block Diagram

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2. Hardware Information
2.1. Mainboard Layout
Top View
Bottom View
CN1

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2.2. Row A/B Pin Assignments (CN1)
Pin # Row A Pin # Row B
A1 GND (FIXED) B1 GND (FIXED)
A2 GBE0_MDI3- B2 GBE0_ACT#
A3 GBE0_MDI3+ B3 LPC_FRAME#
A4 GBE0_LINK1000# B4 LPC_AD0
A5 GBE0_LINK2500# B5 LPC_AD1
A6 GBE0_MDI2- B6 LPC_AD2
A7 GBE0_MDI2+ B7 LPC_AD3
A8 GBE0_LINK# B8 N.C.
A9 GBE0_MDI1- B9 N.C.
A10 GBE0_MDI1+ B10 LPC_CLK
A11 GND (FIXED) B11 GND (FIXED)
A12 GBE0_MDI0- B12 PWRBTN#
A13 GBE0_MDI0+ B13 SMB_CK
A14 N.C. B14 SMB_DAT
A15 SUS_S3# B15 SMB_ALERT#
A16 SATA0_TX+ B16 SATA1_TX+
A17 SATA0_TX- B17 SATA1_TX-
A18 SUS_S4# B18 SUS_STAT#
A19 SATA0_RX+ B19 SATA1_RX+
A20 SATA0_RX- B20 SATA1_RX-
A21 GND (FIXED) B21 GND (FIXED)
A22 USB3_RXN0 B22 USB3_TXN0
A23 USB3_RXP0 B23 USB3_TXP0
A24 SUS_S4# B24 PWR_OK
A25 USB3_RX1_N B25 USB3_TX1_N
A26 USB3_RX1_P B26 USB3_TX1_P
A27 BATLOW# B27 WDT
A28 ATA_ACT# B28 N.C.
A29 AC_SYNC B29 N.C.
A30 AC_RST# B30 AC_SDIN0
A31 GND (FIXED) B31 GND (FIXED)
A32 AC_BITCLK B32 SPKR

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Pin # Row A Pin # Row B
A33 AC_SDOUT B33 I2C_CK
A34 BIOS_DIS0# B34 I2C_DAT
A35 THRMTRIP# B35 THRM#
A36 USB6- B36 USB7-
A37 USB6+ B37 USB7+
A38 USB_6_7_OC# B38 USB_4_5_OC#
A39 USB4- B39 USB5-
A40 USB4+ B40 USB5+
A41 GND (FIXED) B41 GND (FIXED)
A42 USB2- B42 USB3-
A43 USB2+ B43 USB3+
A44 USB_2_3_OC# B44 USB_0_1_OC#
A45 USB0- B45 USB1-
A46 USB0+ B46 USB1+
A47 VCC_RTC B47 N.C.
A48 N.C. B48 N.C.
A49 N.C. B49 SYS_RESET#
A50 LPC_SERIRQ B50 CB_RESET#
A51 GND (FIXED) B51 GND (FIXED)
A52 N.C. B52 N.C.
A53 N.C. B53 N.C.
A54 GPI0 B54 GPO1
A55 N.C. B55 N.C.
A56 N.C. B56 N.C.
A57 GND B57 GPO2
A58 PCIE_TX3+ B58 PCIE_RX3+
A59 PCIE_TX3- B59 PCIE_RX3-
A60 GND (FIXED) B60 GND (FIXED)
A61 PCIE_TX2+ B61 PCIE_RX2+
A62 PCIE_TX2- B62 PCIE_RX2-
A63 GPI1 B63 GPO3
A64 PCIE_TX1+ B64 PCIE_RX1+
A65 PCIE_TX1- B65 PCIE_RX1-
A66 GND B66 WAKE0#

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Pin # Row A Pin # Row B
A67 GPI2 B67 WAKE1#
A68 PCIE_TX0+ B68 PCIE_RX0+
A69 PCIE_TX0- B69 PCIE_RX0-
A70 GND (FIXED) B70 GND (FIXED)
A71 LVDS_A0+( EDP_TX2_P) B71 DDI0_PAIR0+
A72 LVDS_A0-( EDP_TX2_N) B72 DDI0_PAIR0-
A73 LVDS_A1+( EDP_TX1_P) B73 DDI0_PAIR1+
A74 LVDS_A1-( EDP_TX1_N) B74 DDI0_PAIR1-
A75 LVDS_A2+( EDP_TX0_P) B75 DDI0_PAIR2+
A76 LVDS_A2-( EDP_TX0_N) B76 DDI0_PAIR2-
A77 LVDS_VDD_EN(EDP_VDDEN_3_3) B77 N.C.
A78 LVDS_A3+ B78 N.C.
A79 LVDS_A3- B79 LVDS_BKLD_EN(EDP_BKLTEN_3_3)
A80 GND (FIXED) B80 GND (FIXED)
A81 LVDS_A_CK+( EDP_TX3_P) B81 DDI0_PAIR3+
A82 LVDS_A_CK-( EDP_TX3_N) B82 DDI0_PAIR3-
A83 LVDS_I2C_CK(EDP_AUXP) B83 EDP_BKLT_CTRL
A84 LVDS_I2C_DAT(EDP_AUXN) B84 VCC_5V_SBY
A85 GPI3 B85 VCC_5V_SBY
A86 EC_KBRST# B86 VCC_5V_SBY
A87 DDI0_HPD_3.3S(eDP use) B87 VCC_5V_SBY
A88 PCIE0_CK_REF+ B88 BISO_DIS1#
A89 PCIE0_CK_REF- B89 DDI0_HPD
A90 GND (FIXED) B90 GND (FIXED)
A91 SPI_POWER B91 N.C.
A92 SPI_MISO B92 N.C.
A93 GPO0 B93 N.C.
A94 SPI_CLK B94 N.C.
A95 SPI_MOSI B95 DDI0_DDC_AUX_SEL
A96 GND B96 N.C.
A97 TYPE10# B97 SPI_CS#
A98 RS1_TX B98 DDI0_CTRL_CLK
A99 RS1_RX B99 DDI0_CTRL_DATA
A100 GND (FIXED) B100 GND (FIXED)

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Pin # Row A Pin # Row B
A101 RS2_TX B101 FAN_PWMOUT
A102 RS2_RX B102 FAN_TACHIN
A103 LID# B103 SLEEP#
A104 VCC_12V B104 VCC_12V
A105 VCC_12V B105 VCC_12V
A106 VCC_12V B106 VCC_12V
A107 VCC_12V B107 VCC_12V
A108 VCC_12V B108 VCC_12V
A109 VCC_12V B109 VCC_12V
A110 GND (FIXED) B110 GND (FIXED)

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2.3. Board Dimension
(Unit: mm)
RT1
RT2

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3. BIOS Settings
The AMI BIOS ROM has a pre-installed Setup program that allows users to modify
basic system congurations, which is stored in the battery-backed CMOS RAM and
BIOS NVRAM so that the information is retained when the power is turned off.
To enter BIOS Setup, press <Del> or <F2> immediately while your computer is
powering up.
The function for each interface can be found below.
• Main – Date and time can be set here. Press <Tab> to switch between date
elements
• Advanced – Enable/ Disable boot option for legacy network devices
• System I/O – For conguring PCI Express settings
• Security – The setup administrator password can be set here
• Boot – Enable/ Disable Quiet Boot option
• Save & Exit –Save your changes and exit the program
3.1. Main Setup

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3.2. Advanced Setup
3.2.1. Graphics Configuration

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3.2.1.1. LVDS Panel Configuration
• LVDS
Enable/Disable LVDS.
• Panel Type
Select LCD panel used by internal graphics device by selecting the appropriate
setup item.
• Color Depth
Select panel type.
• Backlight Mode
Select backlight control signal type

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3.2.2. CPU Configuration
• Active Processor Cores
Number of cores to enable in each processor package.
• Turbo Mode
Enable/Disable processor Turbo Mode (requires EMTTM enabled too).
• Hyper-Threading
Enabled for Windows XP and Linux (OS optimized for Hyper-Threading Technology)
and Disabled for other OS (OS not optimized for Hyper-Threading Technology).
• Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm)
Allows more than two frequency ranges to be supported.
• Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology
VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool
Technology.

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3.2.3. Memory Configuration
3.2.4. On-Module H/W Monitor

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3.2.4.1. Fan 1 Mode Configuration
Fan 1: Full Mode
Fan 1: Manual Mode by PWM