Avalue Technology EPC-TGU User manual

Part No. E2017CAO0A0R
EPC-TGU
Intel® 11th Gen Tiger Lake Fanless Tiny System
Quick Reference Guide
1st Ed –15 July 2022
Copyright Notice
Copyright 2022 Avalue Technology Inc., ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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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.
(2) 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 "A" DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
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 INSTATLLED AND USED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS.
OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO
CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE.
A Message to the Customer
Avalue Customer Services
Each and every Avalue’s product is built to the most exacting specifications to ensure
reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of industrial
environments. Whether your new Avalue device is destined for the laboratory or the factory
floor, you can be assured that your product will provide the reliability and ease of operation
for which the name Avalue has come to be known.
Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to Avalue’s customer services. To
ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instructions 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 normally a lot more
detailed than the ones we can give over the phone. So please consult the user’s manual
first.
To receive the latest version of the user’s manual; please visit our Web site at:
http://www.avalue.com.tw/

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Content
1. Getting Started............................................................................................................5
1.1 Safety Precautions ................................................................................................5
1.2 Packing List...........................................................................................................5
1.3 System Specifications ...........................................................................................6
1.4 System Overview.................................................................................................10
1.4.1 Front View.............................................................................................................................. 10
1.4.2 Rear View.............................................................................................................................. 10
1.5 System Dimensions.............................................................................................12
1.5.1 Front & Top View................................................................................................................... 12
2. Hardware Configuration...........................................................................................13
2.1 EPC-TGU connector mapping.............................................................................14
2.1.1 Serial port 1/2 connector (COM1/2)....................................................................................... 14
2.2 Installing Hard Disk & Memory (EPC-TGU).........................................................15
2.3 Installing M.2 B-Key (2242)/ (3042) card (EPC-TGU)..........................................17
2.4 Installing M.2 E-Key card (EPC-TGU).................................................................18
2.5 Installing M.2 M-Key (2242) card (EPC-TGU) .....................................................19
2.6 Installing Mounting Brackets (EPC-TGU) ............................................................20
3.BIOS Setup....................................................................................................................21
3.1 Introduction..........................................................................................................22
3.2 Starting Setup......................................................................................................22
3.3 Using Setup.........................................................................................................23
3.4 Getting Help.........................................................................................................24
3.5 In Case of Problems............................................................................................24
3.6 BIOS setup..........................................................................................................25
3.6.1 Main Menu............................................................................................................................. 25
3.6.1.1 System Language ............................................................................................................. 26
3.6.1.2 System Date...................................................................................................................... 26
3.6.1.3 System Time ..................................................................................................................... 26
3.6.2 Advanced Menu..................................................................................................................... 26
3.6.2.1 Connectivity Configuration ................................................................................................ 27
3.6.2.2 CPU Configuration ............................................................................................................ 28
3.6.2.3 Power & Performance....................................................................................................... 29
3.6.2.3.1 CPU –Power Management Control.................................................................................. 29
3.6.2.4 PCH-FW Configuration...................................................................................................... 30
3.6.2.4.1 Firmware Update Configuration........................................................................................ 30

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3.6.2.5 Trusted Computing............................................................................................................ 31
3.6.2.6 APCI Settings.................................................................................................................... 31
3.6.2.7 Super IO Configuration...................................................................................................... 32
3.6.2.7.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration................................................................................................ 33
3.6.2.7.2 Serial Port 2 Configuration................................................................................................ 33
3.6.2.8 HW Monitor ....................................................................................................................... 34
3.6.2.9 S5 RTC Wake Settings ..................................................................................................... 34
3.6.2.10 Serial Port Console Redirection........................................................................................ 35
3.6.2.10.1 Legacy Console Redirection Settings............................................................................... 36
3.6.2.11 USB Configuration............................................................................................................. 36
3.6.2.12 Network Stack Configuration............................................................................................. 37
3.6.2.13 NVMe Configuration.......................................................................................................... 38
3.6.3 Chipset................................................................................................................................. 45
3.6.3.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration ..................................................................................... 46
3.6.3.1.1 Memory Configuration....................................................................................................... 46
3.6.3.1.2 VMD setup menu............................................................................................................... 47
3.6.3.2 PCH-IO Configuration ....................................................................................................... 47
3.6.3.2.1 PCI Express Configuration................................................................................................ 48
3.6.3.2.1.1 PCI Express Root Port 6(M.2 KeyE)........................................................................ 48
3.6.3.2.1.2 PCI Express Root Port 7(LAN2-I210)...................................................................... 49
3.6.3.2.1.3 PCI Express Root Port 8(LAN3-I225)...................................................................... 50
3.6.3.2.1.4 PCI Express Root Port 12(M.2 KeyB)...................................................................... 51
3.6.3.2.2 SATA And RST Configuration........................................................................................... 52
3.6.3.2.3 HD Audio Configuration .................................................................................................... 53
3.6.3.3 Board & Panel Configuration............................................................................................. 53
3.6.3.3.1 SHOW DMI INFO.............................................................................................................. 54
3.6.4 Security................................................................................................................................ 55
3.6.4.1 Secure Boot....................................................................................................................... 56
3.6.4.1.1 Key Management ................................................................................................................ 57
3.6.5 Boot...................................................................................................................................... 57
3.6.6 Save and exit....................................................................................................................... 58
3.6.6.1 Save Changes and Reset ................................................................................................. 59
3.6.6.2 Discard Changes and Reset ............................................................................................. 59
3.6.6.3 Restore Defaults................................................................................................................ 59
3.6.6.4 Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device.......................................................................... 59

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1. Getting Started
1.1 Safety Precautions
Warning!
Always completely disconnect the power cord from your
chassis whenever you work with the hardware. Do not
make connections 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 CPU card. Modern electronic devices are very
sensitive to static electric charges. As a safety precaution,
use a grounding wrist strap at all times. Place all electronic
components in a static-dissipative surface or static-shielded
bag when they are not in the chassis.
1.2 Packing List
1 x EPC-TGU Intel Core SoC Processor Fanless Box PC
Other major components include the followings:
—1 x AC to DC Adapter
—1 x Power Cord
—1 x Table Stand
—1 x Screw kits
—1 x M.2 2260 to 2242 Bracket
—1 x M.2 2252 to 2242 Bracket
—4 x Rubber Foot
—2 x Mounting Kit
—1 x DP to VGA Converter

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1.3 System Specifications
System
Processor
Intel®Core™ i7-1185G7E Processor (15W,12M Cache, 1.8 up to 4.40 GHz)
Intel®Core™ i5-1145G7E Processor (15W, 8M Cache, 1.5 up to 4.10GHz)
Intel®Core™ i3-1115G4E Processor (15W, 6M Cache, 2.2 up to 3.90GHz)
Intel®Celeron® 6305E Processor (15W, 4M Cache, 1.80GHz)
System
Memory
1 x 260-Pin SO-DIMM Socket, Max. Up to 32GB DDR4 3200MHz
I/O Chipset
EC ITE IT8882
BIOS
Information
AMI uEFI BIOS, 256Mbit SPI Flash ROM
Watchdog
Timer
H/W Reset, 1sec. ~ 65535sec.
H/W Status
Monitor
Monitoring System Temperature and Voltage with Auto Throttling Control
RAID
SATA RAID 0/1
TPM
TPM 2.0
iAMT
Above Core i5 (selected SKUs)
SBC
ECM-TGU
Expansion
M.2 (Key-X,
Size, Signal)
1 x M.2 Key-M 2242 (PCIe Gen4 x 4)
1 x M.2 Key-B 2242/3042 with Internal SIM Slot (SATA, USB 2.0)
1 x M.2 Key-E 2230 (PCIe, USB 2.0)
Storage
M.2 (Key-X,
Size, Signal)
1 x M.2 Key-M 2242 NVMe (PCIe Gen4 x 4)
1 x M.2 Key-B 2242/3042 (SATA)
2.5” Drive Bay
(Height)
1 x Internal 2.5” Drive Bay (7mm)
Edge I/O (Front)
COM Port
2 x RS232/422/485 (BIOS)
Power Button
1 x Power On/Off
LED Indicator
1 x Power On/Off
1 x Storage Access
Edge I/O (Rear)
USB Port
2 x USB 2.0 (via cable)
4 x USB 3.1 Gen.2 (10Gbp/s)
DP
2 x DP++

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Audio
1 x Combo Jack (Mic-In + Line-Out)
RJ-45
2 x RJ45 (Max. Up to 3-RJ45 in project base)
LED Indicator
1 x Power On/Off
1 x Storage Access
Antenna
2 x Antenna Mounting with Dust Protection Cover
Display
Graphic
Chipset
Intel®Iris®Xe Graphics (i7-1185G7E/ i5-1145G7E)
Intel®Iris®UHD Graphics (i3-1115G4E)
Resolution
DP++ 1.4: 4096x2304@60Hz
DP1+DP2 (DP1.4): Max: 7680 x 4320@60 Hz
Ethernet
LAN Chipset
Intel®Ethernet Controller I225-LM
Intel®Ethernet Controller I210-AT
Specification
10/100/1000/2.5 Gigabit (I225-LM)
10/100/1000 Gigabit (I210-AT)
LED Indicator
Max. 1G LAN Port
ACT/LINK
SPEED
LED
Definition
LED
Definition
Light Off
No Link
Solid Orange
1G
Solid Yellow
Connection
Solid Green
100M
Yellow Flashing
Activity
Light Off
10M
Max. 2.5G LAN Port
ACT/LINK
SPEED
LED
Definition
LED
Definition
Light Off
No Link
Solid Orange
2.5G
Solid Yellow
Connection
Solid Green
1G/100M
Yellow Flashing
Activity
Light Off
10M
Power Requirement
DC Input
Typical 12/24Vdc
DC Input
Connector
Lockable DC Jack
ACPI
Single power ATX Support S0, S3, S4, S5
ACPI 5.0 Compliant
Power Mode
AT/ATX (ATX is default setting)
Adapter
AC to DC Adapter
Mechanical & Environment
Operating
Temp.
With extended temperature peripherals: 0°C ~ 50°C (14°F ~ 122°F) with 0.5m/s air flow
Storage Temp.
-40°C ~ 75°C (-40°F ~ 167°F)

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Operating
Humidity
40°C @ 95% Relative Humidity, Non-condensing
Dimension
(W*L*H)
177 x 123 x 55 mm (7” x 4.8” x 2.2")
Weight
1.2KG (2.65lbs)
Vibration Test
Random Vibration Operation
1 Test PSD : 0.0505G²/Hz , 5 Grms
2 System condition : operation mode
3 Test frequency : 5~500 Hz
4 Test axis : X,Y and Z axis
5 Test time : 30 minutes per each axis
6 IEC60068-2-64 Test Fh
6 Storage : SSD
Sine Vibration test (Non-operation)
1 Test Acceleration : 2G
2 Test frequency : 5~500 Hz
3 Sweep：1 Oct/ per one minute. (logarithmic)
4 Test Axis : X,Y and Z axis
5 Test time :30 min. each axis
6 System condition : Non-Operating mode
7. Reference IEC 60068-2-6 Testing procedures
Package Vibration Test:
1 Test PSD : 0.026G²/Hz , 2.16 Grms
2 Test frequency : 5~500 Hz
3 Test axis : X,Y and Z axis
4 Test time : 30 minutes per each axis
5 IEC 60068-2-64 Test Fh
Shock Test
1 Wave from : Half Sine wave
2 Acceleration Rate : 55G
3 Duration Time : 11ms
4 No. of shock : 3 times
5 Test Axis : +/- X, +/-Y, +/-Z axis
6 operation mode
7 Reference IEC 60068-2-27 testing procedures
Test Eb : SSD Shock Test
Drop Test
Package drop test
Reference ISTA 2A, Method : IEC-60068-2-32 Test:Ed
Test Ea : Drop Test

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1 Test phase : One corner, three edges, six faces
2 Test high : 96.5cm
3 Package weight : 5Kg
4 Test drawing
Mounting Kit
Table Stand
Wall mount bracket
Software Support
OS Information
Win10, Win11, Linux
Certification
Certification
Information
CE, FCC Class B
In-Box Accessory
Accessory
1 x AC to DC Adapter
1 x Power cord
1 x Table Stand
1 x Screw kits
1 x M.2 2260 to 2242 Bracket
1 x M.2 2252 to 2242 Bracket
4 x Rubber Foot
2 x Mounting Kit
1 x DP to VGA Converter
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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1.4 System Overview
1.4.1 Front View
Connectors
Label
Function
Note
Power
Power on button
COM1/2
Serial port 1/2 connector
1.4.2 Rear View
Connectors
Label
Function
Note
HDD
HDD indicator
PWR
System power indicator
LAN1/2
RJ-45 Ethernet x 2
USB3.1
USB 3.1 connector x 4

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USB2.0
USB 2.0 connector x 2
DC-IN
DC Power-in connector
DP1/2
DP connector x 2
Audio
Audio connector
Mic-In + Line-Out

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1.5 System Dimensions
1.5.1 Front & Top View
(Unit: mm)

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2.Hardware
Configuration
For advanced information, please refer to:
1- ECM-TGU User’s Manual
Note: If you need more information, please visit our website:
http://www.avalue.com.tw

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2.1 EPC-TGU connector mapping
2.1.1 Serial port 1/2 connector (COM1/2)
RS-485
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
485_Tx-
1
6
NC
485_Tx+
2
7
NC
NC
3
8
NC
NC
4
9
NC
GND
5
RS-232
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
DCD#
1
6
DSR#
RXD
2
7
RTS#
TXD
3
8
CTS#
DTR#
4
9
RI#
GND
5
RS-422
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
422_Tx-
1
6
NC
422_Tx+
2
7
NC
422_Rx+
3
8
NC
422_Rx-
4
9
NC
GND
5

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2.2 Installing Hard Disk & Memory (EPC-TGU)
Step1. For HDD installation, remove four M3*5L screws from bottom cover.
Step2. Install HDD.
Step3. Fix HDD with four M3*4 screws.

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Step4. Put the bottom back and fix with four M3*5 screws.
Step5. Slide the DDR4 SODIMM into the memory socket and press it down until properly
seated.

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2.3 Installing M.2 B-Key (2242)/ (3042) card (EPC-TGU)
Step1.Fix bracket (16.6*22) and standoff screw with M3*4 screw.
Step2.Insert M.2 B-Key (2242)/ (3042) card into designated locations and fasten with M2*3
screw to complete installation.

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2.4 Installing M.2 E-Key card (EPC-TGU)
Step1. Insert M.2 E-Key card into designated locations and fasten with M3*4 screw to
complete installation.

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2.5 Installing M.2 M-Key (2242) card (EPC-TGU)
Step1. Fix bracket (24.6*22*3) and standoff screw with M3*4 screw.
Step2. Insert M.2 M-Key (2242) card into designated locations and connect the bracket
(24.6*22*3) with M2*3 screws to complete installation.

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2.6 Installing Mounting Brackets (EPC-TGU)
Step1. Fasten four M3*5 screws on each side of the system to secure Mounting brackets.