ASRock Industrial N3160-NUC IPC User manual

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N3160-NUC IPC
User Manual
Version 1.1
Updated May 2023
Copyright©2023 ASRockind INC. All rights reserved.

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Version 1.0
Published November 2017
Copyright©2023 ASRockind INC. All rights reserved.
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infringe.
Disclaimer:
Specications and information contained in this documentation are furnished for
informational use only and subject to change without notice, and should not be
constructed as a commitment by ASRockind. ASRockind assumes no responsibility
for any errors or omissions that may appear in this documentation.
With respect to the contents of this documentation, ASRockind does not provide
warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to
the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or tness for a particular
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like), even if ASRockind has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising
from any defect or error in the documentation or product.
is device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY
e Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance
controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by the
California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please
follow the related regulations in advance.
“Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate”
ASRockind Website: http://www.asrockind.com

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logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United
States and other countries.
CAUTION:
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Contents
1 Introduction ....................................................... 5
1.1 Package Contents ......................................................... 5
1.2 Specications................................................................. 6
1.3 Motherboard Layout....................................................... 8
1.4 I/O Panel........................................................................ 10
2 Installation ......................................................... 11
2.1 Screw Holes................................................................... 11
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions ........................................... 11
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (SO-DIMM).................. 12
2.4 Expansion Slots ............................................................ 13
2.5 Onboard Headers and Connectors................................ 14
3 UEFI SETUP UTILITY ....................................... 16
3.1 Introduction .................................................................... 16
3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar .................................................... 16
3.1.2 Navigation Keys ................................................... 17
3.2 Main Screen................................................................... 17
3.3 Advanced Screen........................................................... 18
3.3.1 CPU Conguration ............................................... 19
3.3.2 Chipset Conguration........................................... 20
3.3.3 Storage Conguration .......................................... 22
3.3.4 Super IO Conguration ........................................ 23
3.3.5 ACPI Conguration............................................... 24
3.3.6 USB Conguration ............................................... 25
3.3.7 Platform Trust Technology.................................... 26
3.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ................... 27
3.5 Security Screen ............................................................. 28
3.6 Boot Screen ................................................................... 29
3.7 Exit Screen .................................................................... 31
4 Software Support .............................................. 32
4.1 Install Operating System................................................ 32

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRockind N3160-NUC IPCmotherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced under ASRockind’s consistently stringent quality control. It
delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRockind’s com-
mitment to quality and endurance.
In this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the motherboard and step-
by-step guide to the hardware installation. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the conguration
guide to BIOS setup and software support.
Because the motherboard specications and the BIOS software might be
updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without no-
tice. In case any modications of this manual occur, the updated version
will be available on ASRockind website without further notice. You may
nd the latest CPU support lists on ASRockind website as well.
ASRockind website https://www.asrockind.com/
If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit
our website for specic information about the model you are using.
https://www.asrockind.com/support/index.asp
1.1 Package Contents
ASRockind N3160-NUC IPC Motherboard (4.09” x 4.02” (104 x 102mm)
ASRockind N3160-NUC IPC Jumper setting instruction

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1.2 Specications
Form
Factor Dimensions 4.09" x 4.02" (104 x 102mm)
Processor
System
CPU Intel®Quad Core Braswell N3160 (With FAN)
Supports Hyper-Threading Technology
Core
Number 4
Max Speed (By CPU)
L2 Cache 2MB
Chipset N/A
BIOS UEFI
Expansion
Slot
Mini-PCIe 1 (half size, supports PCIe x1 & USB)
mSATA 1 (Only supports SATA)
Memory
Technology Dual Channel DDR3L 1066 / 1600 MHz SDRAM
Max. 16GB
Socket 2 x SO-DIMM
Graphics
Controller Intel®Gen8 Intel®Graphics DX 11, OGL3.2
VRAM Shared Memory
VGA N/A
DVI N/A
LVDS N/A
HDMI Supports HDMI 1.4a, max resolution up to 3840
x 2160@30Hz
DisplayPort Supports DP 1.1a, max resolution up to
3840x2160@30Hz
Multi Display Yes (Triple Display)
Ethernet
Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbps
Controller GbE LAN: 1x Realtek RTL 8111G
Connector 1 x RJ-45
SATA
Max Data
Transfer
Rate
SATA3 (6.0Gb/S)

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Rear I/O
VGA 0
DVI 0
HDMI 2
DisplayPort 1
Ethernet 1
USB 4 (3 x USB 3.1 compliant, 1 x USB 3.1
Type C, 5V/3A)
Audio 1 (Mic-in, Line-out)
Serial 0
eSATA 0
PS/2 0
Internal
Connector
USB 0
LVDS/
inverter 0
VGA 0
Serial 0
SATA 1 x SATA3 (6.0Gb/s)
Parallel 0
mSATA 1
M.2 0
IrDA 0
GPIO 8-bit 0
SATA PWR
Output Con 1
Speaker
Header 0
Watchdog
Timer
Output 0
Interval 0
Power
Requirements
Input PWR 12V DC-In (DC Jack)
Power On
ATX Supported
ATX: Press Button to PWR on after Power
input ready
Environment Temperature 0ºC – 60ºC

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1.3 Motherboard Layout
1 : System Panel Header (PANEL1)
2 : SATA Power Output Connector (SATA_PWR1)
3 : SATA3 Connector (SATA3_1)
4 : LPC Debug Header (LPC1)
mini-PCIe
LAN1
AUDIO1
HDMI1
USB3_2
DC_IN1
mini-SATA
USB 3.1
T: USB4
B: USB3
HDMI_DP_1
HDMI2
PANEL1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
1
USB3_TC_1
SATA3_1
1
LPC1
IR1
DDR3_A1 (Support DDR3L Only)
DDR3_B1 (Support DDR3L Only)
SATA_PWR1
1
1
3
2
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N3160-NUC IPC

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Backside View:
1 : Power Button
2 : 4 Pin Fan Connector
3 : Battery Connector
* Please remove the battery if you want to clear CMOS.

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1.4 I/O Panel
* There are two LED next to the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED
indications.
LAN Port LED Indications
Activity/Link LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
O󰀨 No Link O󰀨 10Mbps connection
Blinking Data Activity O󰀨 100Mbps connection
On Link Green 1Gbps connection
ACT/LINK
LED
SPEED
LED
LAN Port
1 USB 3.1 Ports (USB3_3_4)
2 DisplayPort (HDMI_DP_1)
3 HDMI Port (HDMI1)
4 LAN RJ-45 Port (LAN1)*
5 HDMI Port (HDMI2)
6 DC Jack (DC_IN1)
7 Infrared LED (IR1)
8 USB 3.1 Type-C Port (USB3_TC_1) (5V/3A)
9 USB 3.1 Port (USB3_2)
10 Audio Jack (AUDIO1)

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Chapter 2: Installation
Before you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure
that the motherboard ts into it.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and
damages to motherboard components.
2.1 Screw Holes
Place screws into the holes to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
Do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity,
NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also
remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object
before you handle components.
3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or
in the bag that comes with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power is
switched o󰀨 or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals,
and/or components.

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2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (SO-DIMM)
N3160-NUC IPC motherboard provides two 204-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3)
SO-DIMM slots, which support Dual Channel DDR3L (low voltage).
1. It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into a
DDR3 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and SO-DIMM may be
damaged.
2. Please make sure to disconnect the power supply before adding or
removing SO-DIMMs or the system components.
3. The SO-DIMM only ts in one correct orientation. It will cause
permanent damage to the motherboard and the SO-DIMM if you force
the SO-DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.
Installing a SO-DIMM
Step 1. Align a SO-DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the SO-DIMM
matches the break on the slot.
Step 2. Firmly insert the SO-DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both
ends fully snap back in place and the SO-DIMM is properly seated.

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2.4 Expansion Slots (mini-PCIe and mini-SATA Slots)
There is 1 mini-PCIe slot and 1 mini-SATA slot on this motherboard.
mini-PCIe slot:
MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe slot; half size) is used for PCI Express mini
cards.
mini-SATA slot:
MINI_SATA1 (mini-SATA slot; full size) is used for mSATA cards.
Installing an expansion card
Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched o󰀨 or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed
in a chassis).
Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the
screws for later use.
Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press rmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
Step 6. Replace the system cover.

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2.5 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place
jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps
over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the
motherboard!
SATA Power Output Connector Please connect a SATA
(SATA_PWR1) power cable to this connector.
(see p.8, No. 2)
+3V
GND
+5V
SATA3 Connector This Serial ATA3 (SATA3)
(SATA3_1: see p.8, No. 3) connector supports SATA data
cables for internal storage
devices. The current SATA3
interface allows up to 6.0 Gb/s
data transfer rate.
LPC Debug Header This connector supports a
(13-pin LPC1) Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
(see p.8, No. 4) system, which can
securely store keys, digital
certicates, passwords, and
data. A TPM system also helps
enhance network security,
protects digital identities, and
ensures platform integrity.
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PIN Signal Name PIN Signal Name
14 +3V 13 NC
12 +3V 11 +3V
10 GND 9 GND
8 LAD3 7 LAD2
6 LAD1 5 LAD0
4 LFRAME# 3 RESET#
2 GND 1 CLK
System Panel Header This header accommodates
(9-pin PANEL1) several system front panel
(see p.8, No. 1) functions.
Connect the power switch, reset switch and system status indicator on the
chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the
positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
PWRBTN (Power Switch):
Connect to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may congure
the way to turn o󰀨 your system using the power switch.
GND
RESET#
PWRBTN#
PLED-
PLED+
GND
HDLED-
HDLED+
1
GND

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RESET (Reset Switch):
Connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset
switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a
normal restart.
PLED (System Power LED):
Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED
is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the sys-
tem is in S1/S3 sleep state. The LED is o󰀨 when the system is in S4 sleep
state or powered o󰀨 (S5).
HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED):
Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED
is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.
The front panel design may di󰀨er by chassis. A front panel module mainly
consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED,
speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this
header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assign-ments are
matched correctly.
Power Button Power Button allows users to
(see p.9, No. 1) quickly turn on/o󰀨 the system.
4 Pin Fan Connector Connect the fan cable to this
(see p.9, No. 2) connector.
Battery Connector Install the battery to this
(see p.9, No. 3) connector.
* Please remove the battery if
you want to clear CMOS.

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Chapter 3: UEFI SETUP UTILITY
3.1 Introduction
This section explains how to use the UEFI SETUP UTILITY to congure your
system. The UEFI chip on the motherboard stores the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. You
may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY when you start up the computer. Please press
<F2> or <Del> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the UEFI SETUP
UTILITY, otherwise, POST will continue with its test routines.
If you wish to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY after POST, restart the system by
pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system
chassis. You may also restart by turning the system o󰀨 and then back on.
Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the
following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference
purpose only, and they may not exactly match what you see on
your screen.
3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:
Main To set up the system time/date information
Advanced To set up the advanced UEFI features
H/W Monitor To display current hardware status
Security To set up the security features
Boot To set up the default system device to locate and load the
Operating System
Exit To exit the current screen or the UEFI SETUP UTILITY
Use < > key or < > key to choose among the selections on the menu
bar, and then press <Enter> to get into the sub screen. You can also use the
mouse to click your required item.

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3.1.2 Navigation Keys
Please check the following table for the function description of each navigation
key.
Navigation Key(s) Function Description
/ Moves cursor left or right to select Screens
/ Moves cursor up or down to select items
+ / - To change option for the selected items
<Enter> To bring up the selected screen
<F1> To display the General Help Screen
<F7> Discard changes
<F9> To load optimal default values for all the settings
<F10> To save changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY
<F12> Print screen
<ESC> To jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen
3.2 Main Screen
When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display
the system overview.

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Setting wrong values in this section may cause
the system to malfunction.
3.3 Advanced Screen
In this section, you may set the congurations for the following items: CPU Congu-
ration, Chipset Conguration, Storage Conguration, Super IO Conguration, ACPI
Conguration, USB Conguration and Platform Trust Technology.
Instant Flash
Instant Flash is a UEFI ash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This conve-
nient UEFI update tool allows you to update system UEFI without entering
operating systems rst like MS-DOS or Windows®. Just launch this tool
and save the new UEFI le to your USB ash drive, oppy disk or hard
drive, then you can update your UEFI only in a few clicks without prepar-
ing an additional oppy diskette or other complicated ash utility. Please
be noted that the USB ash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 le
system. If you execute Instant Flash utility, the utility will show the UEFI
les and their respective information. Select the proper UEFI le to update
your UEFI, and reboot your system after UEFI update process completes.

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3.3.1 CPU Conguration
Intel SpeedStep Technology
Intel SpeedStep technology is Intel’s new power saving technology. Pro-
cessors can switch between multiple frequencies and voltage points to en-
able power saving. The default value is [Enabled]. Conguration options:
[Enabled] and [Disabled]. If you install Windows®OS and want to enable
this function, please set this item to [Enabled]. This item will be hidden if
the current CPU does not support Intel SpeedStep technology.
CPU C States Support
Enable CPU C States Support for power saving. It is recommended to
keep C3, C6 and C7 all enabled for better power saving.
Enhanced Halt State (C1E)
Enable Enhanced Halt State (C1E) for lower power consumption.
Intel Virtualization Technology
When this option is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture)
can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool
Technology. This option will be hidden if the installed CPU does not
support Intel Virtualization Technology.
Please note that enabling this function may reduce CPU voltage and lead to system
stability or compatibility issues with some power supplies. Please set this item to
[Disabled] if above issues occur.

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3.3.2 Chipset Conguration
Primary Graphics Adapter
Select a primary VGA.
Share Memory
Congure the size of memory that is allocated to the integrated graphics
processor when the system boots up.
Onboard HD Audio
Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio feature. If
you select [Auto], the onboard HD Audio will be disabled when PCI Sound
Card is plugged.
Onboard HDMI HD Audio
This allows you to enable or disable the Onboard HDMI HD Audio feature.
Onboard LAN
This allows you to enable or disable the Onboard LAN feature.
Deep Sleep
Mobile platforms support Deep S4/S5 in DC only and desktop platforms
support Deep S4/S5 in AC only. The default value is [Disabled].
Restore on AC/Power Loss
This allows you to set the power state after an unexpected AC/power loss.
If [Power O󰀨] is selected, the AC/power remains o󰀨 when the power
recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the AC/power resumes and the
system starts to boot up when the power recovers. If [LAST STATE] is
selected, the AC/power restores to the last power state when the power
recovers.