Asus AAEON GENE-SKU6 User manual

Last Updated: December 2, 2020
GENE-SKU6 Rev. B
3.5”Subcompact Board
User’s Manual 2nd Ed

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Copyright Notice
This document is copyrighted, 2020. All rights are reserved. The original manufacturer
reserves the right to make improvements to 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 the original
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reliable. However, the original manufacturer assumes no responsibility for its use, or for
any infringements upon the rights of third parties that may result from its use.
The material in this document is for product information only and is subject to change
without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this
document to assure its accuracy, AAEON assumes no liabilities resulting from errors or
omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
AAEON reserves the right to make changes in the product design without notice to its
users.

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Acknowledgement
All other products’ name or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
⚫Microsoft Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
⚫Intel® and Celeron® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation
⚫Core™ is a trademark of Intel Corporation
⚫ITE is a trademark of Integrated Technology Express, Inc.
⚫IBM and VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

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Packing List
Before setting up your product, please make sure the following items have been
shipped:
Item
Quantity
GENE-SKU6 Rev. B
1
Heat spreader
1
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your distributor or sales
representative immediately.

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About this Document
This User’s Manual contains all the essential information, such as detailed descriptions
and explanations on the product’s hardware and software features (if any), its
specifications, dimensions, jumper/connector settings/definitions, and driver installation
instructions (if any), to facilitate users in setting up their product.
Users may refer to the product page at AAEON.com for the latest version of this
document.
Note: This manual is for the GENE-SKU6 Rev. B subcompact board and is not
applicable to prior revisions. If you have any questions please visit the support page at
AAEON.com or contact your AAEON sales representative for assistance.

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Safety Precautions
Please read the following safety instructions carefully. It is advised that you keep this
manual for future references
1. All cautions and warnings on the device should be noted.
2. Make sure the power source matches the power rating of the device.
3. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
4. Always completely disconnect the power before working on the system’s
hardware.
5. No connections should be made when the system is powered as a sudden rush
of power may damage sensitive electronic components.
6. If the device is not to be used for a long time, disconnect it from the power
supply to avoid damage by transient over-voltage.
7. Always disconnect this device from any AC supply before cleaning.
8. While cleaning, use a damp cloth instead of liquid or spray detergents.
9. Make sure the device is installed near a power outlet and is easily accessible.
10. Keep this device away from humidity.
11. Place the device on a solid surface during installation to prevent falls
12. Do not cover the openings on the device to ensure optimal heat dissipation.
13. Watch out for high temperatures when the system is running.
14. Do not touch the heat sink or heat spreader when the system is running
15. Never pour any liquid into the openings. This could cause fire or electric shock.
16. As most electronic components are sensitive to static electrical charge, be sure to
ground yourself to prevent static charge when installing the internal components.
Use a grounding wrist strap and contain all electronic components in any
static-shielded containers.

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17. If any of the following situations arises, please the contact our service personnel:
i. Damaged power cord or plug
ii. Liquid intrusion to the device
iii. Exposure to moisture
iv. Device is not working as expected or in a manner as described in
this manual
v. The device is dropped or damaged
vi. Any obvious signs of damage displayed on the device
18. DO NOT LEAVE THIS DEVICE IN AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT WITH
TEMPERATURES BEYOND THE DEVICE’S PERMITTED STORAGE TEMPERATURES
(SEE CHAPTER 1) TO PREVENT DAMAGE.

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FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 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.
Caution:
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions and your local government’s recycling or
disposal directives.
Attention:
Il y a un risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée de façon incorrecte.
Ne la remplacer qu’avec le même modèle ou équivalent recommandé par le constructeur.
Recycler les batteries usées en accord avec les instructions du fabricant et les directives
gouvernementales de recyclage.

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China RoHS Requirements (CN)
产品中有毒有害物质或元素名称及含量
AAEON Main Board/ Daughter Board/ Backplane
部件名称
有毒有害物质或元素
铅
(Pb)
汞
(Hg)
镉
(Cd)
六价铬
(Cr(VI))
多溴联苯
(PBB)
多溴二苯醚
(PBDE)
印刷电路板
及其电子组件
○
○
○
○
○
○
外部信号
连接器及线材
○
○
○
○
○
○
O：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在
SJ/T 11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。
X：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出
SJ/T 11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。
备注：此产品所标示之环保使用期限，系指在一般正常使用状况下。

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China RoHS Requirement (EN)
Poisonous or Hazardous Substances or Elements in Products
AAEON Main Board/ Daughter Board/ Backplane
Component
Poisonous or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Lead
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
Chromium
(Cr(VI))
Polybrominated
Biphenyls
(PBB)
Polybrominated
Diphenyl Ethers
(PBDE)
PCB & Other
Components
O
O
O
O
O
○
Wires &
Connectors
for External
Connections
O
O
O
O
O
O
O：The quantity of poisonous or hazardous substances or elements found in each of the
component's parts is below the SJ/T 11363-2006-stipulated requirement.
X: The quantity of poisonous or hazardous substances or elements found in at least one of the
component's parts is beyond the SJ/T 11363-2006-stipulated requirement.
Note: The Environment Friendly Use Period as labeled on this product is applicable under normal
usage only

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications.......................................................................................... 1
1.1 Specifications............................................................................................................ 2
Chapter 2 –Hardware Information ....................................................................................... 5
2.1 Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Jumpers and Connectors....................................................................................... 8
2.3 Thermal Solution .....................................................................................................9
2.3.1 GENE-SKU6-HSK02............................................................................... 9
2.3.2 GENE-SKU6-HSK03..............................................................................10
2.3.3 GENE-SKU6-FAN01 .............................................................................. 11
2.4 Assembly Options ..................................................................................................12
2.5 Block Diagram.........................................................................................................15
2.6 List of Jumpers ........................................................................................................16
2.6.1 Clear CMOS Jumper (JP1)...................................................................16
2.6.2 LVDS Port Backlight Inverter VCC Selection (JP2)..........................16
2.6.3 LVDS Port Backlight Lightness Control Mode Selection (JP3).....17
2.6.4 LVDS Port Operating VDD Selection (JP4)......................................17
2.6.5 mSATA/ Mini-Card Operating VCC Selection (JP5).......................17
2.6.6 Touch Screen 4,5,8 Wire Selection (JP6)..........................................17
2.6.7 Auto Power Button Enable/Disable Selection (JP7).......................17
2.6.8 COM3 Pin8 Function Selection (JP8)................................................18
2.6.9 COM2 Pin8 Function Selection (JP9)................................................18
2.6.10 Front Panel Connector (JP10).............................................................18
2.6.11 COM4 Pin8 Function Selection (JP11)...............................................19
2.7 List of Connectors..................................................................................................20
2.7.1 Battery (CN1) .........................................................................................21
2.7.2 LVDS Port Inverter / Backlight Connector (CN7)..........................22

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2.7.3 BIOS Debug Port (CN8).....................................................................23
2.7.4 LAN (RJ-45) Port 1/ Port 2 (CN9/ CN10).........................................24
2.7.5 Mini-Card Slot (Full-Mini Card) (CN11)............................................24
2.7.6 Mini-Card Slot (Half-Size Mini Card) (CN13) .................................26
2.7.7 SATA Port (CN14) .................................................................................29
2.7.8 +5V Output for SATA HDD (CN15)..................................................29
2.7.9 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port 0/ Port 1 (CN18)................................................30
2.7.10 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port 2/ Port 3 (CN19) ................................................31
2.7.11 USB 2.0 Port 7/ Port 8 (CN20/ CN21)..............................................32
2.7.12 Audio I/O Port (CN22) .......................................................................32
2.7.13 Touchscreen Connector (CN23) .......................................................33
2.7.14 Digital I/O Port (CN24).......................................................................35
2.7.15 COM Port 1 RS-232 (CN25)...............................................................36
2.7.16 COM Port 4 (CN26)/ Port 2 (CN27)/ Port 3 (CN28) ....................37
2.7.17 LPC Port (CN29) ..................................................................................40
2.7.18 External Power Input (CN30)..............................................................41
2.7.19 +5VSB Output w/SMBus (CN32).......................................................41
2.7.20 External +5VSB Input (CN33)............................................................42
2.7.21 BIO Connector (CN35).......................................................................42
2.7.22 HDMI Connector (CN37)...................................................................46
2.7.23 VGA Connector (CN42) .....................................................................47
2.7.24 Speaker Left (CN70)............................................................................48
2.7.25 Speaker Right (CN71)..........................................................................48
2.7.26 LVDS Port (CN72) ................................................................................49
2.7.27 CPU FAN (CN73)..................................................................................50
Chapter 3 - AMI BIOS Setup .................................................................................................51
3.1 System Test and Initialization ..............................................................................52
3.2 AMI BIOS Setup .....................................................................................................53

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3.3 Setup submenu: Main ..........................................................................................54
3.4 Setup submenu: Advanced.................................................................................55
3.4.1 Advanced: CPU Management..........................................................56
3.4.2 Advanced: SATA Configuration ........................................................58
3.4.3 Advanced: USB Configuration..........................................................59
3.4.4 Advanced: SIO Configuration...........................................................60
3.4.4.1 SIO Configuration: Serial Port 1-4 Configuration......................61
3.4.5 Advanced: Hardware Monitor ..........................................................63
3.4.5.1 Hardware Monitor: Smart Fan Configuration...........................64
3.4.6 Advanced: CSM Configuration.........................................................66
3.4.7 Advanced: Power Management.......................................................68
3.4.8 Advanced: Digital IO Port Configuration .......................................70
3.5 Setup submenu: Chipset.......................................................................................71
3.5.1 Chipset: System Agent (SA) Configuration ....................................72
3.5.1.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration: Graphics Configuration...73
3.5.1.2 Graphics Configuration: LVDS Panel Configuration ................74
3.5.2 Chipset: PCH-IO Configuration........................................................76
3.6 Setup submenu: Security .....................................................................................78
3.6.1 Secure Boot ..........................................................................................79
3.6.1.1 Key Management............................................................................80
3.7 Setup submenu: Boot...........................................................................................82
3.7.1 Boot: BBS Priorities..............................................................................83
3.8 Setup submenu: Save & Exit ...............................................................................84
Chapter 4 –Drivers Installation............................................................................................ 85
4.1 Driver Download/Installation ..............................................................................86
4.2 Note on EHCI .........................................................................................................90
Appendix A - I/O Information...............................................................................................91
A.1 I/O Address Map ...................................................................................................92

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A.2 Memory Address Map .........................................................................................93
A.3 IRQ Mapping Chart...............................................................................................94
Appendix B –Electrical Specifications for I/O Ports .......................................................... 95
B.1 Electrical Specifications for I/O Ports.................................................................96
Appendix C –Mating Connectors and Cables................................................................... 97
C.1 Mating Connectors and Cables..........................................................................98

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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications

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1.1 Specifications
System
Form Factor
3.5'' Subcompact Board
CPU
6th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor SoC
i7-6600U, i5-6300U, i3-6100U, Celeron® 3955U
CPU Frequency
Up to 3.0GHz
Chipset
6th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor SoC
i7-6600U, i5-6300U, i3-6100U, Celeron® 3955U
Memory Type
DDR4 1866/2133, SODIMM x 1
Max. Memory Capacity
Up to 16 GB
BIOS
UEFI
Wake on LAN
Yes
Watchdog Timer
255 Levels
Power Requirement
+9~36V or +12V
Power Supply Type
AT/ ATX
Power Consumption (Typical)
Intel® i7-6600U, DDR4 2400MHz 16GB, 0.73A at
+36V
Dimension (L x W)
5.75" x 4" (146mm x 101.7mm)
Operating Temperature
32°F ~ 140°F (0°C ~ 60°C)
Storage Temperature
-40°F ~ 176°F (-40°C ~ 81°C)
Operating Humidity
0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
MTBF (Hours)
371,039
Certification
CE/FCC Class A

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Display
VGA/LCD Controller
6th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor U Series
Video Output
VGA x 1
HDMI x 1
LVDS (18/24 bit) x 1
Backlight inverter supply
Yes
I/O
Ethernet
Intel® i210IT, 10/100/1000Base, RJ-45 x 2 (Rear
I/O)
Audio
Audio (pin header) x 1
Speaker (2 pin) 3W x 2
USB Port
USB3.2 Gen 1 x 4 (Rear I/O)
USB2.0 x 2 (Pin header)
Serial Port
RS-232 x 1
RS-232/422/485 x 3
Parallel Port
—
HDD Interface
SATA III x 1
+5V SATA power connector x 1
FDD Interface
—
SSD
mSATA x 1 (Shared with Half-size Mini-Card,
selected by BIOS)
Expansion Slot
BIO x 1 (Optional)
Mini-Card x 1 (shared with full-size mSATA,
selected by BIOS)
DIO
8-bit
SIM
—

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I/O
TPM
TPM 2.0
Touch
Yes
Other
Front Panel connector x 1

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Chapter 2
Chapter 2 –Hardware Information

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2.1 Dimensions
Component Side