Advantech AIMB-216 User manual

User Manual
AIMB-216
AIMB-216 Intel® Pentium N3710
& Celeron N3160/N3010 Mini-ITX
DVI-D/HDMI (or LVDS)/DP (or
eDP), 6 COM, and Dual LAN, 6
USB, 1 MiniPCIe and 1 M.2 B key,
PCIe x1

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2018
by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right
to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without
notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted
in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co.,
Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. How-
ever, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringe-
ments of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
IBM and PC are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Intel®
Pentium/Celeron N3710/N3160/N3010 is trademark of Intel Corporation WinBond is
a trademark of Winbond Corporation.
All other product names or trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Part No. 2007021600 Edition 1
Printed in China May 2018

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Message to the Customer
Advantech Customer Services
Every Advantech product is built with the most exact specifications to ensure reliable
performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of industrial environ-
ments. Whether your new Advantech equipment is destined for a laboratory or fac-
tory floor, be assured that your product can provide the reliability and ease of opera-
tion for which the name Advantech is renowned.
Your satisfaction is our primary concern. A guide to Advantech’s customer services is
provided below. To ensure that you receive the full benefit of our services, please fol-
low the instructions below.
Technical Support
We want you to get the maximum performance from your products. Should you
encounter any technical difficulties, we are available to provide assistance. Answers
to the most frequently asked questions are provided in the product documentation.
These answers are typically a lot more detailed than the ones provided over the
phone.
So please consult this manual first. If you still cannot find the answer, gather all rele-
vant information or questions that apply to your problem, and with the product close
to hand, call your dealer. Our dealers are well trained and ready to provide the sup-
port required for you to experience the most from your Advantech products. Most of
the problems reported are minor and can be easily solved over the phone.
In addition, free technical support from Advantech engineers is available every busi-
ness day. We are always willing to give advice on application requirements or specific
information regarding the installation and operation of any of our products.

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Declaration of Conformity
FCC Class B
This device complies with the requirements in Part 15 of the FCC regulations: Opera-
tion is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B dig-
ital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Regulations. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Opera-
tion of this device in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case users are required to correct the interference at their own expense. The user is
advised that any equipment changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance would void compliance with the FCC regulations
and, therefore, the user’s authorization to operate the equipment.
Caution! There is a risk of a new battery exploding if 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 manufac-
turer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions.

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Memory Compatibility
AIMB-216 Memory Compatibility List
Ordering Information
Category Speed Capacity Chip_Vendor Chip_PN ADVANTECH P/N Result
DDR3L 1600 2GB Advantech SEC 310 XYK0
K4B2G084GD AQD-SD3L2GN16-SQ PASS
DDR3L 1600 4GB Advantech SEC 407 XYK0
K4B4G0846B AQD-SD3L4GN16-SG
PASS
DDR3L 1600 4GB ATP 4JE77 D9QBJ N/A PASS
DDR3L 1600 4GB Advantech SEC 546 BYNA
K4B2G0846Q AQD-SD3L4GN16-SQ PASS
DDR3L 1333 2GB Transcend SEC 234 HYK0
K4B2G0846D N/A PASS
DDR3L 1333 4GB Apacer 4JE77 D9QBJ 96SD3L-4G1333NN-AP PASS
DDR3L 1600 4GB Kingston KVR16LS11/4 N/A PASS
DDR3L 1600 1GB Advantech SK hynix AQD-SD3L1GN16-HC PASS
DDR3L 1333 4GB Apacer 78.B2GCY.AT00C N/A PASS
DDR3L 1600 4GB Kingston KVR16LS11/4 N/A PASS
DDR3L 1600 8GB Advantech SEC 422 BYK0
K4B4G0846D SQR-SD3I-8G1600SNL PASS
DDR3L 1600 8GB ADATA Micron N/A PASS
P/N CPU Memory
HDMI
or
LVDS
DVI-D DP/
eDP
GbE
LAN COM SATA
III
USB
3.0/
2.0
Mini-
PCIe M.2 TPM AMP PCIe x1 Thermal
solution
AIMB-
216D-
S6A1E
N3710 2 1 1 1 / (1) 2 6 2 4/2 1 x
F/S 1 (1) (2 x 6W) 1 Passive
AIMB-
216N-
S6A1E
N3160 2 1 1 1 / (1) 2 6 2 4/2 1 x
F/S 1 (1) (2 x 6W) 1 Passive
AIMB-
216U-
S6A1E
N3010 2 1 1 1 / (1) 2 6 2 4/2 1 x
F/S 1 (1) (2 x 6W) 1 Passive
AIMB-
216L-
S6A1E
N3160 2
1
(LVDS
only)
1012
1(SAT
A1)
4(US
B1-
4)
1 x
F/S 0 (1) (2 x 6W) 1 Passive
* ( ) is not populated when MP

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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 merchandize
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 installing the motherboard, please ensure that the following items are
included in your shipment:
1x AIMB-216 Intel® Pentium N3710 & Celeron N3160/N3010 Mini-ITX mother-
board
1 x SATA HDD cable
1 x SATA power cable
1 x Serial port cable (1 to 4), for AIMB-216D/N/U SKU only
2 x Serial port cable (1 to 1)
1 x I/O port bracket
1 x startup manual
1 x warranty card
1 x on-board CPU heat sink
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales repre-
sentative immediately. All AIMB-216 devices are mechanically and electrically
inspected before shipment. Thus, your product should be free of marks and
scratches and in perfect working order upon receipt. While unpacking AIMB-216,
check the product for signs of shipping damage (for example, a damaged box,
scratches, dents, etc.). If the device is damaged or fails to meet the specifications,
notify our service department or your local sales representative immediately. Please
also notify the carrier. Retain the shipping carton and packing material for inspection
by the carrier. After this inspection, we will make arrangements to repair or replace
the unit.

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Information ............................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Features .................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Specifications ............................................................................................ 2
1.3.1 System .......................................................................................... 2
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 ........................................................................ 3
1.3.7 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications.............................. 3
1.4 Jumpers and Connectors .......................................................................... 4
Table 1.1: Connector / Header List.............................................. 4
1.5 Board Layout: Jumper and Connector Locations...................................... 6
Figure 1.1 Jumper and Connector Locations............................... 6
Figure 1.2 I/O Connectors ........................................................... 6
1.6 AIMB-216 Board Diagram ......................................................................... 7
Figure 1.3 AIMB-216 Board Diagram .......................................... 7
1.7 Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 8
1.8 Jumper Options......................................................................................... 9
1.8.1 Setting Jumpers ............................................................................ 9
1.8.2 CMOS Mode Selection (JCMOS1) ............................................... 9
Table 1.2: CMOS Mode Selection (JCMOS1) ............................. 9
1.8.3 COM3 RS-232/422/485 Mode Selector (JSETCOM3)................ 10
Table 1.3: COM3 RS-232/422/485 (JSETCOM3) ..................... 10
Table 1.4: COM3 RS-232/422/485 (JSETCOM3) .................... 10
1.8.4 LVDS Panel Voltage Selection (JLVDS1)................................... 11
Table 1.5: LVDS Panel Voltage Selection (JLVDS1) ................ 11
1.8.5 PSON1: ATX and AT Mode Selector .......................................... 11
Table 1.6: PSON1: ATX and AT Mode Selector........................ 11
1.8.6 JWDT1 + JOBS1: Watchdog Timer Output and OBS Beep ....... 12
Table 1.7: JWDT1 + JOBS1: Watchdog Output & OBS Beep... 12
1.8.7 Case Open Pin Header Selection (JCASEOP_SW1) ................. 12
Table 1.8: Case Open Pin Header (JCASEOP_SW1) .............. 12
1.8.8 Power Switch/HDD LED/SMBus/Speaker (JFP1 + JFP2) .......... 12
Table 1.9: Power Switch/HDD LED/SMBus/Speaker (JFP1 +
JFP2) ........................................................................ 12
1.8.9 EDP Panel Voltage Selection (JEDP1) (Optional) ...................... 13
Table 1.10:EDP Panel Voltage Selection (JEDP1) (Optional).... 13
1.8.10 JEIDA/VESA Selection (VCON1)................................................ 13
Table 1.11:JEIDA/VESA Selection (VCON1) ............................. 13
1.8.11 RS-485/422 Terminal Resistor Jumper (SW_422_1) ................. 14
Table 1.12:RS-485/422 Terminal Resistor (SW_422_1) ............ 14
1.8.12 COM6 5V/12V selection (JSETCOM6_V1)................................. 14
Table 1.13: COM6 5V/12V selection (JSETCOM6_V1) .............. 14
Table 1.14: .................................................................................. 14
1.8.13 LVDS1 backlight control (JVBR1) ............................................... 15
Table 1.15:LVDS1 backlight control (JVBR1)............................. 15
1.8.14 eDP and LVDS2 backlight control (JVBR2) ................................ 15
Table 1.16:LVDS1 backlight control (JVBR2)............................. 15
1.8.15 For SATA1 to support SATA DOM (JSATAPWR1) .................... 16
Table 1.17:For SATA1 to support SATA DOM (JSATAPWR1) .. 16
1.8.16 Power LED and PS2 keyboard control (JFP3)............................ 16
Table 1.18:Power LED and PS2 keyboard control (JFP3) ......... 16

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Chapter 2 Connecting Peripherals.................... 19
2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 20
2.2 LAN and USB Ports ................................................................................ 20
Table 2.1: LAN LED Indicators.................................................. 20
2.3 DVI-D Connector (DVI_1) ....................................................................... 21
2.4 Serial Ports (COM1 ~ COM6) ................................................................. 21
2.5 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1).................................... 22
2.6 Display Port Connector (DP1)................................................................. 22
2.7 HDMI connector (HDMI1) ....................................................................... 23
2.8 CPU and System FAN Connector (CPU1 and SYSFAN1) ..................... 23
2.9 Front Panel Connectors (JFP3/JFP1 + JFP2) ........................................ 24
2.9.1 ATX Soft Power Switch (JFP1 + JFP2/PWR_SW) ..................... 24
2.9.2 Reset (JFP1 + JFP2/RESET) ..................................................... 24
2.9.3 HDD LED (JFP1 + JFP2/HDDLED)............................................ 24
2.9.4 External Speaker (JFP1 + JFP2/SPEAKER) .............................. 24
2.9.5 Power LED and Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP3/PWR_LED and
KEY LOCK)................................................................................. 25
Table 2.2: ATX Power Supply LED Status (AT power not support-
ed) ............................................................................ 25
2.10 Line-Out Connector (AUDIO1)................................................................ 25
2.11 Serial ATA Interface (SATA1/2) & SATADOM Power Pin Header
(JSATAPWR1) ........................................................................................ 26
2.12 PCI-Express x1 Slot (PCIEX1_1)............................................................ 26
2.13 Front Panel Audio Connector (FP_AUDIO1) .......................................... 27
2.14 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) .................................................. 27
2.15 SPI Flash Connector(SPI1_1)................................................................. 28
2.16 LVDS Backlight Inverter Power Connector (INV1).................................. 28
2.17 LVDS Connector (LVDS1) ...................................................................... 29
2.18 General Purpose I/O Connector (GPIO1) ............................................... 29
2.19 CMOS Battery Wafer Box (BAT1)........................................................... 30
2.20 SPI BIOS Socket (BIOS1)....................................................................... 30
2.21 SPDIF Interface Pin Header (SPDIF_OUT1).......................................... 31
2.22 Audio Amplifier Output Pin Header (JAMP1) (BOM Optional) ............... 31
2.23 ATX Power Supply (5VSB) Connector (ATX_5V1)................................. 32
2.24 SATA Power Connector (SATA_PWR1/2).............................................. 32
2.25 Case Open Pin Header (JCASE1).......................................................... 33
2.26 DDR3L SODIMM Socket (DIMM1/2) ...................................................... 33
2.27 Mini-PCIe Connector (MINIPCIE1) ......................................................... 34
2.28 M.2 B key connector (NGFF1) ................................................................ 34
2.29 RTC Reset Pin Header (JCMOS1) ......................................................... 35
2.30 eDP Connector (eDP1), BOM optional ................................................... 35
2.31 eDP & LVDS2 Backlight Inverter Power Connector (INV2), BOM optional
36
2.32 LVDS2 control signal pin header (LVDS2), BOM optional ..................... 36
Chapter 3 BIOS Operation ................................. 37
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 38
3.2 BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 38
3.2.1 Main Menu .................................................................................. 39
3.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features ........................................................... 40
3.2.3 Chipset........................................................................................ 61
3.2.4 Security....................................................................................... 71
3.2.5 Boot ............................................................................................ 73
3.2.6 Save and Exit.............................................................................. 74
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4.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 76
4.2 Value-Added Software Services ............................................................. 76
4.2.1 Software API ............................................................................... 76
4.2.2 Software Utility ............................................................................ 78
Chapter 5 Chipset Software Install Utility ........79
5.1 Before Installation ................................................................................... 80
5.2 Introduction ............................................................................................. 80
Chapter 6 VGA Setup..........................................81
6.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 82
6.2 Windows 7/8.1/10.................................................................................... 82
Chapter 7 LAN Configuration.............................83
7.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 84
7.2 Features .................................................................................................. 84
7.3 Installation ............................................................................................... 84
7.4 Windows 7/8.1/10 Driver Setup (Realtek 8111G) ................................... 84
Chapter 8 XHCI Driver Installation for USB Setup
85
8.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 86
8.2 Installation ............................................................................................... 86
Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer..87
A.1 Programming the Watchdog Timer ......................................................... 88
A.1.1 Watchdog Timer Overview.......................................................... 88
A.1.2 Programming the Watchdog Timer ............................................. 88
Table A.1: Watchdog Timer Registers ....................................... 90
A.1.3 Example Program ....................................................................... 91
Appendix B I/O Pin Assignments..........................97
B.1 ATX Power Supply (5VSB) Connector (ATX_5V1) ................................. 98
Table B.1: ATX_5V1 .................................................................. 98
B.2 eDP Connector (eDP1), BOM optional ................................................... 98
Table B.2: EDP1 ........................................................................ 98
B.3 LVDS2 Control Signal Pin Header (LVDS2), (BOM option) .................... 99
Table B.3: LVDS2 ...................................................................... 99
B.4 Inverter Power Connector (INV2), (BOM option) .................................... 99
Table B.4: INV2.......................................................................... 99
B.5 LVDS1 Control Signal Pin Header (LVDS1) ......................................... 100
Table B.5: LVDS1 .................................................................... 100
B.6 Audio Amplifier Output Pin Header (JAMP1), (BOM option)................. 101
Table B.6: JAMP1 .................................................................... 101
B.7 Front Panel Audio Connector (FP_AUDIO1) ........................................ 102
Table B.7: FP_AUDIO1............................................................ 102
B.8 LVDS Backlight Inverter Power Connector (INV1)................................ 102
Table B.8: INV1........................................................................ 102

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B.9 SPDIF Interface Pin Header (SPDIF_OUT1)........................................ 103
Table B.9: SPDIF_OUT1 ......................................................... 103
B.10 COM1 Box Header (COM1).................................................................. 103
Table B.10:COM1 ..................................................................... 103
B.11 COM2 Pin Header (COM2)................................................................... 104
Table B.11:COM2 ..................................................................... 104
B.12 USB2.0 Pin Header (USB0506)............................................................ 104
Table B.12:USB0506 ................................................................ 104
B.13 USB2.0 Pin Header (USB0708), (BOM option) .................................... 105
Table B.13:USB0708 ................................................................ 105
B.14 COM3 ~ COM6 Box Header (COM3456) ............................................. 105
Table B.14:COM3456 ............................................................... 105
B.15 SATA Power Connector (SATA_PWR1/2)............................................ 106
Table B.15:SATA_PWR1,SATA_PWR2................................... 106
B.16 Power LED and Keyboard Lock Pin Header (JFP3) ............................. 107
Table B.16:JFP3 ....................................................................... 107
B.17 General Purpose I/O Connector (GPIO1) ............................................. 107
Table B.17:GPIO1 .................................................................... 107
B.18 CPU Fan and System Fan Connectors (CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1) ........... 108
Table B.18:CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1 ............................................. 108
B.19 Front Panel Connectors (JFP1 + JFP2)................................................ 108
Table B.19:JFP1+JFP2 ............................................................ 108
B.20 PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector (KBMS1) ......................... 109
Table B.20:KBMS1 ................................................................... 109
B.21 USB2.0 Connector (USB0910), (BOM option)...................................... 109
Table B.21:USB0910 ................................................................ 109
B.22 Case Open Pin Header (JCASE1)........................................................ 110
Table B.22:JCASE1.................................................................. 110
B.23 CMOS Battery Wafer Box (BAT1)......................................................... 110
Table B.23:BAT1 ...................................................................... 110
B.24 SPI BIOS Socket (SPI1_1) ................................................................... 110
Table B.24:SPI1_1.................................................................... 110
B.25 ATX 12 V Power Supply Connector (ATX12V1) ................................... 111
Table B.25:ATX12V1 ................................................................ 111
B.26 HD Analog Audio Interface (AUDIO1)................................................... 111
Table B.26:AUDIO1 .................................................................. 111
B.27 High Definition Connector (HDMI1) ...................................................... 112
Table B.27:HDMI1 .................................................................... 112
B.28 Display Port Connector (DP1)............................................................... 113
Table B.28:DP1 ........................................................................ 113
B.29 Digital Visual Interface (DVI_1)............................................................. 114
Table B.29:DVI_1 ..................................................................... 114

Chapter 1
1General Information

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1.1 Introduction
The AIMB-216 with Intel® Pentium N3710 & Celeron N3160/N3010 processor is
designed for industrial applications that require enhanced computing performance
and power management capabilities. The motherboard features an onboard Intel®
Pentium™ N3710 quad-core 1.6 GHz and Celeron N3160 quad-core 1.6 GHz and
N3010 dual-core 1.04 GHz CPU with DDR3L 1600 MHz of up to 8 GB.
The AIMB-216 offers rich I/O connectivity with four USB 3.0 and six USB 2.0 ports
(USB78910 is an optional BOM), as well as six COM ports integrated in a standard
170 x 170 mm form factor. The system also supports triple display for DVI-D, HDMI
(or LVDS), DP (or eDP). AIMB-216 also features numerous connectivity and expan-
sion options, including PCIe x1, 8-bit GPIO, two SATA III 6 GB/s connectors, an
optional TPM security feature, and one Mini-PCIe and one M.2 (B key) expansion
slots for easy integration. A dual Realtek chipset and 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
ports are also provided to deliver high-speed networking.
AIMB-216 is powered by the newest Intel® Pentium/Celeron™ processor, which is
built on 14nm process technology. The thermal design power rating for the Intel
N3010 dual-core architecture is only 4 W, and that for the quad-core N3710/N3160
design is only 6 W, allowing additional power reductions, smaller system footprint,
and performance improvements to be implemented in the future. All these features
are incorporated into a space-saving, power-efficient, and cost- effective Mini-ITX
form factor.
1.2 Features
Supports Intel® Pentium N3710 and Celeron N3160/N3010 processors
Two 204-pin SODIMM, up to 8 GB DDR3L 1600 MHz SDRAM
Supports 1 PCIe x1, and 1 MiniPCIe & 1 M.2 (B key) expansion ports, six serial
ports, 4 USB 3.0 & 6 USB 2.0 (USB78910 is BOM optional), and two SATA III
ports
Lower total ownership costs with DC12V functionality; supports triple displays of
DVI-D, DP (or eDP), HDMI (or LVDS)
Onboard TPM 1.2/2.0 support (optional)
Supports a dual-channel 6 W amplifier (optional)
Supports embedded software APIs and utilities
1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 System
CPU: Intel® Pentium N3710 and Celeron N3160/N3010
BIOS: SPI 64-Mbit BIOS
SATA hard disk drive interface: Two onboard SATA connectors with a data
transmission rate of up to 6 Gb/s
Note!
Note! M.2 storage support is only available when SATA 2 is not in use; M.2
storage and SATA2 cannot be used concurrently.

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1.3.2 Memory
RAM: 2 x SO-DIMM DDR3L 1600 MHz up to 8 GB
1.3.3 Input/Output
PCI bus: One PCIe x1 slot, one full size MiniPCIe and one M.2 2242 & 2280 (B
key) socket
Serial ports: Six serial ports; COM3 comprises RS-232/422/485 and five RS-
232 serial ports
Keyboard and PS/2 mouse connector: Supports one standard PS/2 keyboard
and one standard PS/2 mouse (onboard six-pin wafer box)
USB port: Supports four USB 3.0 port with a transmission rate of up to 5Gbps
and two USB 2.0 ports with transmission rates of up to 480 Mbps
GPIO connector: One 8-bit general purpose input/output
1.3.4 Graphics
Controller: Embedded Gen8, Gfx frequency 400/320/320 MHz for N3710/
N3160/N3010
DVI-D: Supports a display resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz
HDMI: Supports a display resolution up to 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz, colay LVDS
LVDS: Supports a display resolution of up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz, colay HDMI
DisplayPort: Supports up to 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz, colay eDP
eDP: Supports up to 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz, colay DP
1.3.5 Ethernet LAN
Supports dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port (s) via PCI Express x1 bus,
which provides a data transmission rate of 500 MB/s
Controller: LAN1: Realtek 8111G; LAN2: Realtek 8111G
1.3.6 Industrial Features
Watchdog timer: Can generate a system reset. The watchdog timer is pro-
grammable, with each unit equal to one second or one minute (255 levels)
1.3.7 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature: 0 ~ 60 °C (32 ~ 140 °F, depending on the CPU)
Storage temperature: -40 ~ 85 °C (-40 ~ 185 °F)
Humidity: 5 ~ 95% non-condensing
Power supply voltage: +12 V
Power consumption:+12 V @ 2.01 A (Intel N3710 1.6 GHz processor/DDR3L
1600 MHz 4 GB x 2)
Board size: 170 x 170 mm (6.69 x 6.69")
Board weight: 0.365 kg
Note! AIMB-216 supports 1.35 V memory only. Users must install the memory
module on the DIMM1 socket first.
Note! PCIe x 1 support is only available when MiniPCIe is not in use; MiniPCIe
and PCIe x1 cannot be used concurrently.

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1.4 Jumpers and Connectors
The AIMB-216 motherboard is equipped with connectors for linking the board to
external devices such as hard disk drives and a keyboard. The board also features
several jumpers for configuring the system according to specific applications.
The function of each board jumper and connector is listed in the table below. The pro-
cedure for setting jumpers is explained in subsequent sections of this chapter.
Instructions for connecting external devices to the motherboard are provided in
Chapter 2.
Table 1.1: Connector / Header List
Description Part Reference
1 DC-IN adaptor connector DCIN1
2 DisplayPort connector DP1
3EDP and LVDS2 panel power 3.3V/5V/ TION
(optional) 12V SELEC- JEDP1
4 DVI-D connector DVI_1
6 SATADOM power pin header JSATAPWR1
7 Serial ATA interface connector SATA1/2
8 CMOS battery wafer box BAT1
9 CPU fan connector CPUFAN1
10 USB3.0 stack connector USB0102 & USB0304
11 SPI BIOS socket BIOS1
12 COM1 box header COM1
13 Watchdog timer output and OBS beep JWDT1+JOBS1
14 RJ45(LAN1+LAN2) connector LAN12
15 SPDIF interface pin header SPDIF_OUT1
16 HD analog audio interface AUDIO1
17 Front panel audio pin header FPAUD1
18 Audio amplifier output pin header (optional) JAMP1
19 PCI-Express x1 slot PCIEX1_1
20 LVDS VESA, JEIDA format selection pin header VCON1
21 LVDS panel connector LVDS1
22 Dual port USB2.0 pin header USB0506
23 DDR3L SO-DIMM socket DIMM1/2
24 LVDS1 panel power3.3V/5V/12V selection JLVDS1
25 COM6 RI# selection pin header JSETCOM6_V1
26 LVDS Backlight inverter power connector INV1
27 8-bit General Purpose I/O pin header GPIO1
28 COM3 ~ COM6 box header COM3456
29 AT/ATX Mode selection PSON1
30 ATX Power supply(5VSB) connector ATX_5V1
31 COM3 RS232,RS422,RS485 selection pin header JSETCOM3
32 SATA power connector SATA_PWR1/2
33 COM2 box header COM2
34 System fan connector SYSFAN1
35 Case open selection pin header JCASEOP_SW1
36 Case open pin header JCASE1

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37 PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse connector KBMS1
38 MINIPCIE connector MINI_PCIE1
39 M.2 B key connector NGFF1
41 Low pin count interface header LPC1
42 BIOS flash pin header SPI1_1
43 RTC reset pin header JCMOS1
45 Dual port USB2.0 pin header (optional) USB0708 & USB0910
46 eDP connector (optional) eDP1
47 Power LED and keyboard lock pin header JFP3
48 Power switch/HDD LED/ SMBus/Speaker pin header JFP1+JFP2
49 LVDS2 control signal pin header (optional) LVDS2
50 eDP & LVDS2 Backlight inverter power connect or
(optional) INV2
51 ATX 12V power supply connector ATX12V1
52 RS-485/RS-422 terminal resistor jumper SW_422_1
Table 1.1: Connector / Header List

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1.5 Board Layout: Jumper and Connector
Locations
Figure 1.1 Jumper and Connector Locations
Figure 1.2 I/O Connectors

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Figure 1.3 AIMB-216 Board Diagram

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1.7 Safety Precautions
Warning! Always completely disconnect the power cord from the chassis when
working with the hardware. Do not connect devices 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 not in the chassis.
Caution! The computer is provided with a battery-powered real-time clock circuit.
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
Caution! There is a danger of a new battery exploding if 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.