Advantech AIMB-223G2-S2A2E User manual

User Manual
AIMB-223
AIMB-223 Mobile AMD G-series
Dual Core/Mini-ITX with VGA/
LVDS/HDMI, 6 COM and Dual
LAN

AIMB-223 User Manual ii
Copyright
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to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without
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Acknowledgements
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All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
Part No. 2006022301 Edition 2
Printed in China July 2015

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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 Class B
This device complies with the requirements in part 15 of the FCC rules:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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
Test Item Description Result Remark
Brand Size Speed Type ECC Vendor
PN Memory Advantech PN
Transcend 1GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 N
TS128MS
K64V1U/
TS2KSU2
8200-1S
SEC
K4B1G08
46D-
HCF8(12
8x8)
96SD3-
1G1066NN-
TR PASS
Transcend 1GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 NTS128MS K64V1U
SEC
HCH9
K4B1G08
46D(128x
8)
96SD3-
1G1066NN-
TR PASS
Transcend 2GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 N
TS256MS
K64V1U/
TS5KSU2
8400-1S
SEC
K4B1G08
46D-
HCF8(12
8x8)
96SD3-
2G1066NN-
TR PASS
Transcend 2GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 NTS128MS K64V1U
SEC
HCH9
K4B1G08
46D
(128x8)
96SD3-
2G1066NN-
TR PASS
Transcend 4GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 NTS7KSN2 8420-1Y
HYNIX
H5TQ2G
83BFR
(256x8)
96SD3-
4G1066NN-
TR PASS
Apacer 1GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 N78.02GC3
.420
ELPIDA
J1108BD
BG-DJ-F
(128x8)
96SD3-
1G1066NN-
AP
Limita-
tion
Apacer 2GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 N78.A2GC3 .421
ELPIDA
J1108BA
BG-AE-
E(128x8)
96SD3-
2G1066NN-
AP PASS
Apacer 4GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 N78.B2GC8 .AF1
HYNIX
H5TQ2G
83BFR
(256x8)
96SD3-
4G1066NN-
AP PASS
Kingston 2GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 NKVR1066 D3S7/2G
KVR1066
D3S7/2G
(256x8) PASS
DSL 1GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 N
ELPIDA
J1108BA
SE-DJ-E
(128x8)
Limita-
tion
DSL 4GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 ND3SH560
82XH18A
B
HYNIX
H5TQ2G
83BFR
(256x8)
PASS
Micron 1GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 NMT8JSF1
2864HZ-
1G1F1
Micron
9FF27
D9KPT
(128x8)
PASS

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Samsung 2GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 NM471B56
73DH1-
CF8
SEC 904
HCF8
K4B1G08
46D
(128x8)
PASS
G.SKILL 4GB DDR31066 SODIMM
DDR3 NF3-
8500CL7S
-4GBSQ
HYNIX
H5TQ2G
83AFR-
G7C(256
X8)
PASS
Transcend 1GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 NTS128MS
K64V3U
SEC 849
HCH9
K4B1G08
46D
(128x8)
PASS
Transcend 2GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 NTS256MS
K64V3U
SEC 904
HCF8
K4B1G08
46D
(128x8)
PASS
Transcend 4GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 NTS512MS
K64V3N
HYNIX
H5TQ2G
83BFR
(256x8)
PASS
Apacer 1GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 N78.02GC6 .420
ELPIDA
J1108BD
BG-DJ-F
(128x8)
96SD3-
1G1333NN-
AP
Limita-
tion
Apacer 2GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 N78.A2GC6 .421
ELPIDA
J1108BD
BG-DJ-F
(128x8)
96SD3-
2G1333NN-
AP PASS
Apacer 4GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 N78.B2GC9
.AF1
HYNIX
H5TQ2G
83BFR
(256x8)
PASS
DSL 1GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 ND3SE280
81XH15A
A
ELPIDA
J1108BD
SE-DJ-F
(128x8)
Limita-
tion
DSL 2GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 ND3SE280
82XH15A
A
ELPIDA
J1108BD
SE-DJ-F
(128x8)
PASS
DSL 4GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 ND3SH560
82XH15A
A
HYNIX
H5TQ2G
83BFR
(256x8)
PASS
Kingston 1GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 NKVR1333 D3S9/1G
E LPIDA
J1108BD
BG-DJ-F
(128x8)
Limita-
tion
Kingston 2GB DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 NKVR1333 D3S9/2G
E LPIDA
J1108BD
BG-DJ-F
(128x8)
PASS
ATP 4G B DDR31333 SODIMM
DDR3 NAW12M64
F8BKH9S
SEC 019
HCH9
K4B2G08
46C
(256x8)
PASS

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Ordering Information
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.
Part Number CPU SC/DC GbE COM LVDS
AIMB-223G2-S2A2E T56N Dual core 2 6 1, 24/48bit

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Initial Inspection
Before you begin installing your motherboard, please make sure that the following
materials have been shipped:
1 x AIMB-223 AMD G-series mini-ITX motherboard
2 x SATA HDD cable
2 x SATA Power cable
1 x Serial port cable(1 to 4)
1 x I/O port bracket
1 x Startup manual
1 x Driver CD
1 x Warranty card
1 x CPU cooler
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales repre-
sentative immediately. We have carefully inspected the AIMB-223 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-223, 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 Introduction ...............................................................................................2
1.2 Features....................................................................................................2
1.3 Specifications............................................................................................3
1.3.1 Processor System.........................................................................3
1.3.2 Expansion Slot..............................................................................3
1.3.3 Memory.........................................................................................3
1.3.4 Graphic Interface ..........................................................................3
1.3.5 Ethernet Interface .........................................................................3
1.3.6 SATA Interface..............................................................................3
1.3.7 EIDE..............................................................................................3
1.3.8 SSD...............................................................................................3
1.3.9 Rear I/O ........................................................................................4
1.3.10 Internal Connector ........................................................................4
1.3.11 Watchdog Timer............................................................................4
1.3.12 Power Requirement......................................................................4
1.3.13 Environment..................................................................................4
1.3.14 Physical Characteristics................................................................4
1.4 Jumpers and Connectors..........................................................................5
Table 1.1: Jumpers and Connectors ...........................................5
Table 1.2: LVDS1........................................................................6
Table 1.3: JBL3: Panel VDDSAFE PWR.....................................7
Table 1.4: JBL1: LVDS Inverter PWR .........................................7
Table 1.5: JBL8: BL controller from SIO......................................7
Table 1.6: JBL6 ...........................................................................7
Table 1.7: JBL6 ...........................................................................7
Table 1.8: JWDT1+JOBS1..........................................................8
Table 1.9: JFP1+JFP2.................................................................8
Table 1.10:JFP3 ...........................................................................8
Table 1.11:CN21 ..........................................................................8
Table 1.12:GPIO1.........................................................................8
Table 1.13:ATX/AT.......................................................................8
Table 1.14:AAFP..........................................................................9
Table 1.15:SPDIF.........................................................................9
Table 1.16:JSETCOM3 ................................................................9
Table 1.17:COM port 3~6.............................................................9
Table 1.18:USB56......................................................................10
Table 1.19:USB78......................................................................11
Table 1.20:CMOS.......................................................................11
Table 1.21:CN4 ..........................................................................11
Table 1.22:JCASE1....................................................................11
Table 1.23:CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN ...............................................11
1.5 Board layout: Jumper and Connector Locations.....................................12
Figure 1.1 Jumper and Connector Location ..............................12
Figure 1.2 I/O Connectors .........................................................13
1.6 AIMB-223 Board Diagram.......................................................................13
Figure 1.3 AIMB-223 Board Diagram ........................................13
1.7 Safety Precautions..................................................................................14
1.8 Jumper Settings......................................................................................15
1.8.1 How to Set Jumpers....................................................................15
1.8.2 CMOS Clear (CMOS1) ...............................................................15
Table 1.24:CMOS1.....................................................................15
1.8.3 JBL3: LVDS power 3.3V/5V Selector..........................................16
Table 1.25:JBL3: LVDS power 3.3V/5V Selector.......................16

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1.8.4 PSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector................................................ 16
Table 1.26:PSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector ............................. 16
1.8.5 JWDT1: Watchdog Timer Output Option.................................... 16
Table 1.27:JWDT1: Watchdog Timer Output Option.................. 16
1.9 System Memory...................................................................................... 17
1.10 Memory Installation Procedures ............................................................. 17
Chapter 2 Connecting Peripherals.................... 19
2.1 Introduction............................................................................................. 20
2.2 USB Ports (LAN1_USB01/LAN2_USB23/USB56/USB78)..................... 20
Table 2.1: LAN LED Indicator.................................................... 20
2.3 VGA Connector (VGA1).......................................................................... 21
2.4 Serial Ports (COM3~6)............................................................................ 22
2.5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) ......................................................... 23
2.6 System FAN Connector (SYSFAN1) ...................................................... 23
2.7 Front Panel Connectors (JFP1+JFP2+JFP3)......................................... 24
2.7.1 ATX soft power switch ((JFP1+JFP2/ PWR_SW)) ..................... 24
2.7.2 Reset (JFP1+JFP2/ RESET)...................................................... 24
2.7.3 HDD LED (JFP1+JFP2/ HDDLED)............................................. 24
2.7.4 External speaker (JFP1+JFP2/ SPEAKER) ............................... 24
2.7.5 Power LED and keyboard lock connector (JFP1 / PWR_LED &
KEY LOCK)................................................................................. 25
Table 2.2: ATX power supply LED status (No support for AT pow-
er)............................................................................. 25
2.8 Line In, Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)........................................ 25
2.9 Serial ATA Interface (SATA1~4)............................................................. 26
2.10 PCI & PCI Express x1............................................................................. 26
2.11 ATX 12V Power Connector (CN19)........................................................ 27
2.12 SPI Flash connector(CN4)...................................................................... 27
2.13 LCD Inverter Connector (JBL1) .............................................................. 28
2.14 LVDS Connector (LVDS1)...................................................................... 29
2.15 General purpose I/O Connector (GPIO1) ............................................... 29
Chapter 3 BIOS Operation.................................31
3.1 Introduction............................................................................................. 32
3.2 BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 32
3.2.1 Main Menu.................................................................................. 33
3.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features........................................................... 34
3.2.3 Chipset........................................................................................ 40
3.2.4 Boot ............................................................................................ 44
3.2.5 Security....................................................................................... 45
3.2.6 Save & Exit................................................................................. 46
Chapter 4 Software Introduction & Service ..... 47
4.1 Introduction............................................................................................. 48
4.2 Value-Added Software Services............................................................. 48
4.2.1 Software API............................................................................... 48
4.2.2 Software Utility............................................................................ 50
Chapter 5 Chipset Software Installation Utility 51
5.1 Before You Begin.................................................................................... 52
5.2 Introduction............................................................................................. 52
5.3 Windows 7/XP Driver Setup.................................................................... 53

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Chapter 6 VGA Setup..........................................55
6.1 Introduction .............................................................................................56
6.2 Windows 7/XP.........................................................................................56
Chapter 7 LAN Configuration.............................57
7.1 Introduction .............................................................................................58
7.2 Features..................................................................................................58
7.3 Installation...............................................................................................58
7.4 Windows 7/XP Driver Setup....................................................................59
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 USB Header (USB56, USB78)................................................................70
Table B.1: USB Header (USB56)...............................................70
B.2 VGA Connector (VGA1)..........................................................................70
Table B.2: VGA Connector (VGA1) ...........................................70
B.3 RS-232 Interface (COM3/4/5/6)..............................................................71
Table B.3: RS-232 Interface (COM3~COM6)............................71
B.4 CN4: SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector ......................................................72
Table B.4: CN4: SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector........................72
B.5 CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1) ..............................................72
Table B.5: CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)................72
B.6 System Fan Power Connector (SYS_FAN1) ..........................................72
Table B.6: System Fan Power Connector (SYS_FAN1)............72
B.7 Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP3) ....................................73
Table B.7: Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP3)......73
B.8 Power switch/HDD LED/SMBus/Speaker (JFP1+JFP2).........................73
Table B.8: Power Switch/HDD LED/SMBus/Speaker
(JFP1+JFP2) ............................................................73
B.9 USB/LAN ports (LAN1_USB12/LAN2_USB34).......................................74
Table B.9: USB Port...................................................................74
Table B.10:Ethernet 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Port............................74
B.10 Line In, Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)........................................74
B.11 Serial ATA0/1 (SATA 1/2/3/4).................................................................74
Table B.11:Serial ATA 0/1 (SATA 1/2/3/4)..................................74
B.12 AT/ATX Mode (PSON1)..........................................................................75
Table B.12:AT/ATX Mode (PSON1) ...........................................75
B.13 GPIO Pin Header (GPIO1)......................................................................75
Table B.13:GPIO Pin Header (GPIO1).......................................75
B.14 LVDS Connector: LVDS1........................................................................75
Table B.14:LVDS1 Connector.....................................................76
B.15 LVDS Power Jumper (JBL3)...................................................................76
Table B.15:LVDS Power Jumper................................................76
B.16 LVDS Inverter (JBL1)..............................................................................77
Table B.16:LVDS Power Jumper................................................77
B.17 ATX 12 V connector (ATX12V_1)...........................................................77
Table B.17:ATX 12 V connector (ATX12V_1).............................77

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Chapter 1
1General Information

AIMB-223 User Manual 2
1.1 Introduction
The AIMB-223 board comes with high connectivity and a variety of expansion options
including: a single PCIe x1 and PCI expansion slot, six serial ports, four SATA III 600
MB/s connectors, and eight USB 2.0 ports. Dual display output is supported with sev-
eral output interface options: VGA, HDMI, and LVDS (LVDS supports 3.3V, 5V, and
12V for large sized panels). AIMB-223 also comes with software RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
support, offering abundant data storage and reliable data protection, as well as dual
PCI Express based Gigabit (Realtek 8111G-CG) Ethernet ports delivering up to 1000
Mbps of bandwidth for network-intensive applications. AIMB-223 has designed in
both ATX12V and DC IN power to provide a low total cost solution. All this connectiv-
ity is packed into a space-saving, power-efficient, and cost-effective Mini-ITX form
factor.
With the graphics engine integrated onto the processor chip, these two-chip solutions
provide enhanced graphics performance compared to previous AMD platforms. The
integrated graphics controller includes AMD’s first Fusion architecture accelerated
processing unit which can also support dual channel 24-bit LVDS for large sized pan-
els.
1.2 Features
Rich I/O connectivity: 4 serial ports, 8 USB 2.0, Dual GbE LAN
Standard Mini-ITX form factor with industrial feature: The AIMB-223 is a full-
featured Mini-ITX motherboard with balanced expandability and performance
Wide selection of storage devices: SATA HDD, CFast, customers benefit
from the flexibility of using the most suitable storage device for larger capacity
Optimized integrated graphic solution: With AMD ATI Radeon HD6310, Sup-
port DirectX 11, UVD3.

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Chapter 1 General Information
1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 Processor System
CPU: AMD Dual Core T56N
Max. Speed: 1.65 GHz (dual core 18W TDP)
L2 Cache: 512 KB
Chipset: AMD G-series + A55E
BIOS: AMI 16 Mbit SPI
1.3.2 Expansion Slot
PCI: 1
Mini-PCIe: 1
PCIe: PCIe x1 (PCIe gen2)
1.3.3 Memory
Technology: One channels DDR3 1333/1066 MHz
Max. Capacity: 4 GB
Socket: 1 x 204 pin SODIMM
1.3.4 Graphic Interface
Controller: ATI Radeon HD 6310, support DirectX 11, UVD3
VRAM: TBD
VGA: Supports up to 2560 x 1536 @ 32bpp
LVDS: Supports 24-bit dual channel and up to 1920 x 1200
HDMI: 1920 x 1200 @ 60 MHz
Dual Display: Supports dual display of any two display device (CRT, LVDS,
HDMI)
1.3.5 Ethernet Interface
Interface: 10/100/1000 Mbps
Controller: GbE LAN1: RTL8111G-CG; GbE LAN2: RTL8111G-CG
Connector: RJ-45 x 2
1.3.6 SATA Interface
Max Data Transfer Rate: 600 MB/s
Channel: 4
1.3.7 EIDE
Mode: None
Channel: None
1.3.8 SSD
Cfast CompactFlash: Cfast type I/II

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1.3.9 Rear I/O
VGA: 1
HDMI: 1
Ethernet: 2
USB: 4 (USB 2.0 compliant)
Audio: 3 (Mic-in, Line-out, Line-in)
Serial: 2 (RS-232)
DC jack: 1 (2.5 mm)
1.3.10 Internal Connector
LVDS & Inverter: 1
USB: 4 (USB 2.0 compliant)
Serial: 4 (RS-232, COM3 support 5V/12V by jumper selection)
IDE: None
SATA: 4
Cfast CompactFlash: 1
Parallel: None
GPIO: 8-bit
1.3.11 Watchdog Timer
Output: System reset
Interval: Programmable 1 ~ 255 sec/min
1.3.12 Power Requirement
Typical:
–Single Voltage 12V DC input by 1x External DC phone Jack or 1x Internal
2x2-pin Power Connector;
–AT/ATX Supported by Jumper
–Max power consumption:47.57W (T56N +4G DDR3 RAM)
1.3.13 Environment
Temperature:
–0 ~ 60° C (32 ~ 140° F), Operating
–-40 ~ 85° C (-40 ~ 185° F), Non-operating
1.3.14 Physical Characteristics
Dimensions: 170 mm x 170 mm (6.69" x 6.69")

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Chapter 1 General Information
1.4 Jumpers and Connectors
Connectors on the AIMB-223 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 and Connectors
Label Function
AAFP Front panel audio connector
AUDIO1 Audio connector
CMOS1 CMOS clear (Default 1-2)
CN1 Memory connector channel
CN17 CFast socket
COM3-6 Serial port: COM RS232
CPU_FAN1 CPU FAN connector(3-pin)
GPIO1 GPIO header
CN18 DC IN
CN19 ATX 12 V connector
CN21 PS_ON, 5VSB
JBL1 LVDS1 inverter power
JBL8 Brightness control selector for analog or digital (Default 1-2, Analog)
JBL3 LVDS1 voltage jumper (default 1-2, 3.3V)
JCASE1 CASE open setting
JFP1+JFP2 Power switch/HDD LED/SMBus/speaker
JFP3 Power LED and keyboard lock
JBL6 LVDS1 PIN40. Default 2-3
JSETCOM3 COM3 5 V/12 V jumper setting
PCIE1 PCI express X1 connector
CN20 PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector
LAN1_USB12 LAN1 / USB port 1, 2
LAN2_USB34 LAN2 / USB port 3, 4
LVDS1 LVDS connector (Internal)
MINIPCIE1 Mini PCI express connector
PCI PCI slot
PSON1 AT(1-2) / ATX(2-3) (Default 2-3)
SATA1 Serial ATA data connector 1
SATA2 Serial ATA data connector 2
SATA3 Serial ATA data connector 3
SATA4 Serial ATA data connector 4
SATA_PWR1 SATA POWER
SATA_PWR2 SATA POWER
CN4 SPI flash update connector.
SPDIF_OUT Digital Audio connector
SYS_FAN1 System FAN connector(3-pin)
USB56 USB port 5, 6 (on board)

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USB78 USB port 7, 8 (on board)
HDMI HDMI connector
VGA VGA connector
COM12-1 COM PORT CONNECTOR
COM12-2 COM PORT CONNECTOR
JOBS1 OBS alarm
JWDT1 Watchdog reset
Table 1.2: LVDS1
Pin Signal
1 VDDSAFE
2 VDDSAFE
3GND
4GND
5 VDDSAFE
6 VDDSAFE
7 LVDS_L0_N
8 LVDS_U0_N
9 LVDS_L0_P
10 LVDS_U0_P
11 GND
12 GND
13 LVDS_L1_N
14 LVDS_U1_N
15 LVDS_L1_P
16 LVDS_U1_P
17 GND
18 GND
19 LVDS_L2_N
20 LVDS_U2_N
21 LVDS_L2_P
22 LVDS_U2_P
23 GND
24 GND
25 LVDS_CLKL_N
26 LVDS_CLKU_N
27 LVDS_CLKL_P
28 LVDS_CLKU_P
29 GND
30 GND
31 LVDS_DDC_CLK
32 LVDS_DDC_DATA
33 GND
34 GND
35 LVDS_L3_N
36 LVDS_U3_N
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37 LVDS_L3_P
38 LVDS_U3_P
39 LVDS_BL_EN
40 VCON
Table 1.3: JBL3: Panel VDDSAFE PWR
Pin Signal
1-2 3V
2-3 5V
Table 1.4: JBL1: LVDS Inverter PWR
Pin Signal
1+12V
2GND
3BL_EN
4BL_PWM
5+5V
Table 1.5: JBL8: BL controller from SIO
Pin Signal
1 SIO_LVSO_VBR
2GND
3NC
Table 1.6: JBL6
Pin Signal
13.3V
2VCON
3GND
Table 1.7: JBL6
Pin Signal
13.3V
2VCON
3GND
Table 1.2: LVDS1

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Table 1.8: JWDT1+JOBS1
Pin Signal
1NC
2 SIO_WG
3 SYS_RST
4 ERR_BEEP
5 BEEP
Table 1.9: JFP1+JFP2
Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 +5V 2 HDLED+ 3 PWRBT
4 NC 5 HDLED- 6 PULL LOW
7 SPK_P3 8 I2C DATA 9 SYS_RST
10 SPK_P4 11 I2CCLK 12 GND
7-10 EN_SPK1 3-6 POWER BT
1-10 EXT_SPK 9-12 SYS_RESET
Table 1.10: JFP3
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 POWER LED 4 KEYLOCK
2NC5GND
3GND
Table 1.11: CN21
Pin Signal
1 5VSB_IN
2GND
3PS_ON#
Table 1.12: GPIO1
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1DIO02DIO4
3DIO14DIO5
5DIO26DIO6
7DIO38DIO7
9+5V10GND
Table 1.13: ATX/AT
Pin Signal
2-3 ATX mode
1-2 AT mode