Asus AAEON EPIC-CFS7-A13-0002 User manual

Last Updated: April 27, 2021
EPIC-CFS7
EPIC Board
User’s Manual 1st Ed

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Copyright Notice
This document is copyrighted, 2021. 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
manufacturer. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and
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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Acknowledgements
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publisher and writer of this document make no claim to ownership of these products,
nor is any claim implied for products not specifically named in this section.
⚫Microsoft Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
⚫Intel, Pentium, Celeron, and Xeon are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation
⚫Core, Atom are trademarks of Intel Corporation
⚫ITE is a trademark of Integrated Technology Express, Inc.
⚫IBM, PC/AT, PS/2, 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
⚫EPIC-CFS7
1
⚫Jumper Cap
1
⚫Back plate for cooler
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.

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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 System QO4-381 Rev.A0
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
×
○
○
○
○
○
外壳
○
○
○
○
○
○
中央处理器
与内存
×
○
○
○
○
○
硬盘
×
○
○
○
○
○
液晶模块
×
×
○
○
○
○
光驱
×
○
○
○
○
○
触控模块
×
○
○
○
○
○
电源
×
○
○
○
○
○
电池
×
○
○
○
○
○
本表格依据 SJ/T 11364 的规定编制。
○ ：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
GB/T 26572标准规定的限量要求以下。
×：表示该有害物质的某一均质材料超出了GB/T 26572的限量要求，然而该部件
仍符合欧盟指令2011/65/EU 的规范。
备注：
一、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。
二、上述部件物质中央处理器、内存、硬盘、光驱、电源为选购品。
三、上述部件物质液晶模块、触控模块仅一体机产品适用。

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China RoHS Requirement (EN)
Hazardous and Toxic Materials List
AAEON System QO4-381 Rev.A0
Component
Name
Hazardous or Toxic Materials or Elements
Lead (Pb)
Mercury (Hg)
Cadmium (Cd)
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI))
Polybrominat ed biphenyls (PBBs)
Polybrominat ed diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
PCB and
Components
X
O
O
O
O
O
Wires &
Connectors for
Ext.Connections
X
O
O
O
O
O
Chassis
O
O
O
O
O
O
CPU & RAM
X
O
O
O
O
O
HDD Drive
X
O
O
O
O
O
LCD Module
X
X
O
O
O
O
Optical Drive
X
O
O
O
O
O
Touch Control
Module
X
O
O
O
O
O
PSU
X
O
O
O
O
O
Battery
X
O
O
O
O
O
This form is prepared in compliance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364.
O: The level of toxic or hazardous materials present in this component and its parts is below the
limit specified by GB/T 26572.
X: The level of toxic of hazardous materials present in the component exceed the limits specified
by GB/T 26572, but is still in compliance with EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2).
Notes:
1. The Environment Friendly Use Period indicated by labelling on this product is applicable only
to use under normal conditions.
2. Individual components including the CPU, RAM/memory, HDD, optical drive, and PSU are
optional.
3. LCD Module and Touch Control Module only applies to certain products which feature these
components.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications.......................................................................................... 1
1.1 Specifications............................................................................................................ 2
Chapter 2 –Hardware Information ....................................................................................... 4
2.1 Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Jumpers and Connectors....................................................................................... 6
2.3 List of Jumpers ......................................................................................................... 8
2.3.1 Front Panel PIN Header (JP1)..................................................................... 8
2.3.2 AT/ATX mode Selection (JP2)....................................................................9
2.3.3 Clear CMOS Jumper (JP3).......................................................................... 9
2.4 List of Connectors...................................................................................................10
2.4.1 LPC Port (CN1)............................................................................................. 11
2.4.2 SATA Connector (CN2) ..............................................................................12
2.4.3 SATA Power (CN4) ......................................................................................12
2.4.4 2 Pin DC IN Connector (CN5)..................................................................13
2.4.5 DIO Power Connector (CN6)....................................................................13
2.4.6 PCIe [x4] FPC Connector (CN9)...............................................................14
2.4.7 CPU FAN Connector (CN10) .....................................................................15
2.4.8 POE LAN (RJ-45) Connector (CN11) .......................................................15
2.4.9 RS232/422/485 connector COM1, COM2 (CN12/13)..........................16
2.4.10 HDMI Connector (CN14/15)......................................................................18
2.4.11 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Connector (CN16) ...........................................................19
2.4.12 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Connector (CN17)...........................................................20
2.4.13 RTC Connector (CN18)..............................................................................20
2.4.14 USB 2.0 Connector (CN19)........................................................................21
2.4.15 Mini-Card Connector (CN20)...................................................................21
2.4.16 DDR4 SO-DIMM Slot (DIMM1 & DIMM2).............................................22

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2.5 Block Diagram........................................................................................................23
Chapter 3 - BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................ 24
3.1 System Test and Initialization ..............................................................................25
3.2 AMI BIOS Setup .....................................................................................................26
3.3 Setup Submenu: Main..........................................................................................27
3.4 Setup Submenu: Advanced.................................................................................28
3.4.1 CPU Configuration ....................................................................................29
3.4.2 SATA Configuration ...................................................................................30
3.4.3 Hardware Monitor ......................................................................................31
3.4.3.1 Smart Fan Mode Configuration.................................................32
3.4.4 SIO Configuration......................................................................................35
3.4.4.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration..........................................................36
3.4.4.2 Serial Port 2 Configuration.........................................................37
3.4.5 Power Management..................................................................................38
3.4.6 Digital IO Port Configuration ..................................................................39
3.5 Setup Submenu: Chipset .....................................................................................40
3.5.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration ...........................................................41
3.5.2 PCH-IO Configuration ..............................................................................42
3.6 Setup Submenu: Security.....................................................................................43
3.6.1 Secure Boot.................................................................................................44
3.6.1.1 Key Management .........................................................................45
3.7 Setup Submenu: Boot ..........................................................................................47
3.7.1 BBS Priorities...............................................................................................48
3.8 Setup Submenu: Save & Exit...............................................................................49
Chapter 4 –Driver Installation ............................................................................................. 50
4.1 Driver Installation....................................................................................................51
Appendix A - I/O Information.............................................................................................. 53
A.1 I/O Address Map ...................................................................................................54

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A.2 Memory Address Map .........................................................................................57
A.3 IRQ Mapping Chart...............................................................................................58
Appendix B - Watchdog Timer Programming ................................................................... 60
B.1 Watchdog Timer Registers ...................................................................................61
B.2 Watchdog Sample Program................................................................................62

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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications

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1.1 Specifications
System
Form Factor
4” EPIC Board
CPU
8th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor family
CPU Frequency
Up to 4.6GHz
Chipset
Intel® H310/Q370 (TDP: 6W)
Memory Type
DDR4 2666 MHz SODIMM x 2 (Dual Channel,
Non-ECC)
Max. Memory Capacity
Up to 32GB
BIOS
AMI UEFI
Wake on LAN
Yes
Watchdog Timer
255 Levels
Power Requirement
+12V
Power Supply Type
AT/ATX (ATX mode for system level)
Power Consumption (Typical)
95.04W (system)
Dimension (L x W)
4.53” x 6.5” (115mm x 165mm)
Operating Temperature
32°F ~ 122°F (0°C ~ 50°C)
Storage Temperature
-4°F ~ 176°F (-20°C ~ 80°C)
Operating Humidity
0 ~ 90% @ 40°C, non-condensing
MTBF (Hours)
TBD
Certification
CE/FCC Class A
Display
VGA/LCD Controller
8th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor family
Video Output
HDMI x 2
Backlight Inverter Supply
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I/O
Ethernet
Intel® I211, 10/100/1000Base, RJ45 x 2 (Supports
PoE 802.3af)
*optional RJ45 x 4 supporting PoE 802.3af with
daughter board
Audio
—
USB Port
USB3.2 Gen 2/ USB2.0 x 4 (Rear I/O)
USB2.0 x 2 (Internal header)
Serial Port
RS-232/422/485 x 2 (Internal header)
Parallel Port (printer port)
—
HDD Interface
SATA III (6.0 Gbps) x 1
SSD
—
Expansion Slot
PCIe[x4] FPC slot (For PoE card) Full Size
mSATA/mPCIe slot x 1 LPC Bus
SMBus (default) / I2C (option)
DIO
Isolated DIO 32 bits (16 bits in/16 bits out)
*optional function from daughter board
TPM
—
Touch
—
SIM
—

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Chapter 2 –Hardware Information

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2.1 Dimensions

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2.2 Jumpers and Connectors

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