Avalue Technology EMX-780E User manual

Part No. E2047780E00R
EMX-780E
AMD Athlon/ Athlon X2/ Quad-Core™ AMD Phenom™ Mini
ITX Motherboard with AMD RS780E + SB710 Chipset
User’s Manual
1st Ed –6 August 2011

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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 INSTALLED 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.
Notice
This guide is designed for experienced users to setup the system within the shortest time.
For detailed information, please always refer to the electronic user's manual.
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Disclaimer
Avalue Technology Inc. reserves the right to make changes, without notice, to any product,
including circuits and/or software described or contained in this manual in order to improve
design and/or performance. Avalue Technology assumes no responsibility or liability for the
use of the described product(s), conveys no license or title under any patent, copyright, or
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otherwise specified. Applications that are described in this manual are for illustration
purposes only. Avalue Technology Inc. makes no representation or warranty that such
application will be suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification.
Life Support Policy
Avalue Technology’s PRODUCTS ARE NOT FOR USE AS CRITICAL COMPONENTS IN
LIFE SUPPORT DEVICES OR SYSTEMS WITHOUT THE PRIOR WRITTEN APPROVAL
OF Avalue Technology Inc.
As used herein:
1. Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which, (a) are intended for
surgical implant into body, or (b) support or sustain life and whose failure to perform,
when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labeling, can
be reasonably expected to result in significant injury to the user.
2. A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose failure
to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or
system, or to affect its safety or effectiveness.
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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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 Avalue’s 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 Avalue’s engineers every business day.
We are always ready to give advice on application requirements or specific information on
the installation and operation of any of our products. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail
us.
Headquarters and Branch
Avalue USA
Avalue Technology Inc.
7F, 228, Lian-cheng Road, Chung Ho City, Taipei,
Taiwan
Tel:[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Information:[e-mail]
Service: [e-mail]
Avalue Technology Inc.
9 Timber Lane, Marlboro, NJ 07746-1443
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Information: [e-mail]
Service: [e-mail]
BCM Advanced Research
Avalue Europe
BCM Advanced Research
an Avalue Company
7 Marconi, Irvine, CA92618
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Information: [e-mail]
Web: www.bcmcom.com
Avalue Europe A/S
Moelledalen 22C, 3140
Aalsgaarde, Denmark
Tel: [phone]
Fax:[phone]
Information: sales.e[email protected].tw
Service: service.europ[email protected].tw
Avalue China
Avalue Japan
Avalue Technology Inc.
Room 805, Building 9,No.99 Tianzhou Rd.,
Caohejing Development Area,
Xuhui District, Shanghai
Tel: [phone]
Fax:[phone]
Information: sales.chi[email protected].cn
Service: [e-mail]
Avalue Technology Inc.
2F keduka-Bldg, 2-27-3 Taito,
Taito-Ku, Tokyo 110-0016 Japan
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Information: sales.japa[email protected].tw
Service: [e-mail]

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Product Warranty
Avalue 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 purchase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Avalue, or which have been subject to
misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Avalue assumes no liability under the
terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events. Because of Avalue’s high
quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of our customers never need to use our
repair service. If any of Avalue’s products is defective, 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 type and
speed, Avalue’s products model name, hardware & BIOS revision number, other
hardware and software used, etc.) Note anything abnormal and list any on-screen
messages you get when the problem occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product, and any
helpful information available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return material authorization)
number from your dealer. This allows us to process your good return more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a complete 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.

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Contents
1. Getting Started............................................................................................................8
1.1 Safety Precautions....................................................................................................8
1.2 Packing List...............................................................................................................8
1.3 Document Amendment History .................................................................................9
1.4 Manual Objectives...................................................................................................10
1.5 System Specifications.............................................................................................11
1.6 Architecture Overview –Block Diagram..................................................................13
2. Hardware Configuration...........................................................................................14
2.1 Product Overview....................................................................................................15
2.2 Installation Procedure .............................................................................................16
2.2.1 Main Memory.................................................................................................................................. 17
2.3 Jumper and Connector List.....................................................................................19
2.4 Setting Jumpers & Connectors ...............................................................................21
2.4.1 CF mode select (CN5).................................................................................................................... 21
2.4.2 Serial port 1/ 2/ 3/ 4 pin-9 signal select.......................................................................................... 21
(COM1SEL1/ COM2SEL1/ COMP1SEL2/ COMP9SEL2).......................................................................... 21
2.4.3 Case open (JP305) ........................................................................................................................ 22
2.4.4 Clear password & CMOS select (RTC1)........................................................................................ 22
2.4.5 LVDS power select (CN6) .............................................................................................................. 23
2.4.6 ATX power supply connector (ATXPWR) ...................................................................................... 24
2.4.7 SMB CLK & SMB DATA connector (CN3) ..................................................................................... 25
2.4.8 Serial port 2/ 3/ 4 connector (COM2/ COM3/ COM4) .................................................................... 25
2.4.9 CPU Fan (CPU_FAN) .................................................................................................................... 26
2.4.10 System Fan (SYS_FAN)............................................................................................................ 26
2.4.11 System panel connector (F_PANEL)......................................................................................... 27
2.4.12 Audio header connector (HD1).................................................................................................. 27
2.4.13 Amplifier connector (JAMP1)..................................................................................................... 28
2.4.14 General purpose I/O connector (JDIO)...................................................................................... 28
2.4.15 LVDS connector (LVDS1).......................................................................................................... 29
2.4.16 SPDIF out connector (SPDIF_OUT1)........................................................................................ 30
2.4.17 SPI BIOS ROM out connector (SPI_JP1).................................................................................. 30
2.4.18 USB connector 4&5/ 6&7 (USB45/ USB67)............................................................................... 31
3. BIOS Setup...................................................................................................................32
3.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................33
3.2 Starting Setup .........................................................................................................33
3.3 Using Setup ............................................................................................................34
3.4 Getting Help............................................................................................................35

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3.5 In Case of Problems................................................................................................35
3.6BIOS setup..............................................................................................................36
3.6.1 Main Menu...................................................................................................................................... 36
3.6.1.1 System information..............................................................................................................................37
3.6.2 Advanced Menu ............................................................................................................................. 38
3.6.2.1 CPU Configuration ..............................................................................................................................38
3.6.2.2 Chipset .................................................................................................................................................39
3.6.2.2.1 Advances Chipset Settings...................................................................................................................39
3.6.2.2.2 NorthBridge2 Configuration ................................................................................................................40
3.6.2.2.2.1 Internal Graphics Configuration......................................................................................................41
3.6.2.2.2.2 Primary Video Controller................................................................................................................42
3.6.2.3 Onboard Device Configuration............................................................................................................43
3.6.2.4 USB Configuration ..............................................................................................................................44
3.6.2.5 PCIPnP.................................................................................................................................................45
3.6.2.5.1 Plug & play O/S ...................................................................................................................................46
3.6.3 Power ............................................................................................................................................. 47
3.6.3.1 Power Management................................................................................................................... 48
3.6.3.2 Hardware Health Configuration.................................................................................................. 49
3.6.4 Boot................................................................................................................................................ 49
3.6.4.1 Boot Device Priority ................................................................................................................... 50
3.6.4.2 Hard Disk Devices ..................................................................................................................... 50
3.6.4.3 Security...................................................................................................................................... 50
3.6.4.4 Boot Settings Configuration....................................................................................................... 51
3.6.5Exit.................................................................................................................................................. 52
3.6.5.1 Save Changes and Exit ............................................................................................................. 52
3.6.5.2 Discard Changes and Exit ......................................................................................................... 52
3.6.5.3 Discard Changes ....................................................................................................................... 52
3.6.5.4 Load Optimal Defaults ............................................................................................................... 52
4. Mechanical Drawing ....................................................................................................55

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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
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the
following materials have been shipped:
1 x EMX-780E Mini ITX Main Board
2 x SATA Cable kit
1 x DVD-ROM contains the followings:
—User’s Manual (this manual in PDF file)
—LAN drivers and utilities
—Audio drivers and utilities

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1.3 Document Amendment History
Revision
Date
Comment
1st
August 2010
Initial Release

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1.4 Manual Objectives
This manual describes in detail the Avalue Technology EMX-780E motherboard.
We have tried to include as much information as possible but we have not duplicated
information that is provided in the standard IBM Technical References, unless it proved to
be necessary to aid in the understanding of this board.
We strongly recommend that you study this manual carefully before attempting to interface
with EMX-780E series or change the standard configurations. Whilst all the necessary
information is available in this manual we would recommend that unless you are confident,
you contact your supplier for guidance.
Please be aware that it is possible to create configurations within the CMOS RAM that
make booting impossible. If this should happen, clear the CMOS settings, (see the
description of the Jumper Settings for details).
If you have any suggestions or find any errors concerning this manual and want to inform
us of these, please contact our Customer Service department with the relevant details.

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1.5 System Specifications
System
CPU
AM2/ AM2+/ AM3 Socket Support 65W Athlon/ Athlon X2/Quad-Core™ AMD
Phenom™ II Processors
FSB
400MHz
BIOS
AMI 2MB SPI BIOS
System Chipset
AMD RS780E/ SB710
I/O Chip
FINTEK F71863FG
System Memory
Two 200-pin SODIMMs Support Up to 4GB DDR2 800 SDRAM
SSD
1 CompactFlash Type I/II Socket
Watchdog Timer
1sec. ~ 255min. and 1sec. or 1min/step
H/W Status Monitor
Monitoring CPU Temperature and Cooling Fan Status with Auto Throttling
Control
S3/ S4
Yes (S1/ S2/ S3/ S4)
SmartFan Control
Yes
Expansion
1 PCIex16, 1 Mini PCI
I/O
MIO
2 SATA, 1 K/B, 1 Mouse, 4 RS-232 (COM1 on Edge, COM2 & 3 & 4, 10-pin
2.0 Pitch Box Header)
USB
8 x USB 2.0
DI/O
8-bit
Display
Chipset
IGP ATI Radeon HD3200
Resolution
CRT Mode: 2560 x 1600 @ 32bpp
Dual Display
CRT + HDMI, CRT + LVDS
LVDS
2-CH 24-bit LVDS
HDMI
1 x External Port (HDMI 1.3)
Audio
AC97 Codec
Realtek ALC888 Supports 5.1-CH Audio
Audio Interface
Mic-in, Line-in, CD Audio-in, Line-out
Audio Amplifer
TPA A3005D2 Stereo 5W Per Channel

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Ethernet
LAN1
Realtek RTL8111D Gigabit Ethernet
LAN2
Realtek RTL8111D Gigabit Ethernet
Mechanical & Environmental
Power Requirement
ATX (5V/ 12V), 5Vsb
Operation Temperature
0 ~ 60°C (32 ~ 140°F)
Operating Humidity
0 ~ 90% Relative Humidity, Non-condensing
Size ( L x W )
6.69” x 6.69” (170mm x 170mm)
Weight
0.88lbs (0.4kg)

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1.6 Architecture Overview –Block Diagram
The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of EMX-780E.

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2. Hardware
Configuration

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2.1 Product Overview

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2.2 Installation Procedure
This chapter explains you the instructions of how to setup your system.
1. Turn off the power supply.
2. Insert the SODIMM module (be careful with the orientation).
3. Insert all external cables for hard disk, floppy, keyboard, mouse, USB etc. except for flat
panel. A CRT monitor must be connected in order to change CMOS settings to support
flat panel.
4. Connect power supply to the board via the ATXPWR.
5. Turn on the power.
6. nter the BIOS setup by pressing the delete key during boot up. Use the “LOAD BIOS
DEFAULTS” feature. TheIntegrated Peripheral Setup and the Standard CMOS Setup
Window must be entered and configured correctly to match the particular system
configuration.
7. If TFT panel display is to be utilized, make sure the panel voltage is correctly set before
connecting the display cable and turning on the power.
Note: Make sure the heat sink and the CPU top surface are in total contact to
avoid CPU overheating problem that would cause the system to hang or
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2.2.1 Main Memory
EMX-780E provides two 200-pin SODIMM non-ECC socket support up to DDR2 800
SDRAM. The total maximum memory size is 4GB.
(Rear side)
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing SODIMMs
or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
both the board and the components.
Locate the SODIMM socket on the board.
Hold two edges of the SODIMM module carefully. Keep away of touching its
connectors.
Align the notch key on the module with the rib on the slot.
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Firmly press the modules into the socket automatically snaps into the mounting notch.
Do not force the SODIMM module in with extra force as the SODIMM module only fit
in one direction.
To remove the SODIMM modules, push the two ejector tabs on the slot outward
simultaneously, and then pull out the SODIMM module.
Note:
(1) Please do not change any DDR2 SDRAM parameter in BIOS setup to increase
your system’s performance without acquiring technical information in advance.
(2) Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or
optional boards. Before starting these procedures, ensure that you are
discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object briefly.
Mounting Notch
Notch Key
Ejector
Tab
200-pin DDR2 SODIMM

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2.3 Jumper and Connector List
You can configure your board to match the needs of your application by setting jumpers. A
jumper is the simplest kind of electric switch.
It consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that
slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a jumper you connect the pins with the clip.
To “open” a jumper you remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have three pins, labeled 1,
2, and 3. In this case, you would connect either two pins.
The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows:
A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers.
Connectors on the board are linked to external devices such as hard disk drives, a
keyboard, or floppy drives. In addition, the board has a number of jumpers that allow you to
configure your system to suit your application.
If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your application, contact
your local distributor or sales representative before you make any changes.
The following tables list the function of each of the board’s jumpers and connectors.
Jumpers
Label
Function
Note
CN5
CF mode select
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
CN6
LVDS power select
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
COM1SEL1
Serial port 1 pin-9 signal select
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
COM2SEL1
Serial port 1 pin-10 signal select
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
COMP1SEL2
Serial port 3 pin-9 signal select
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
COMP9SEL2
Serial port 4 pin-9 signal select
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
JP305
Case Open
4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
RTC1
Clear password & COMS select
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm

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Connectors
Label
Function
Note
ATXPWR
ATX power supply connector
10 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
AUDIO1
Audio connector
CN1
VGA and serial port 1 connecter
CN3
SMB CLK & SMB DATA connector
3 x 1 wafer, pitch 1.54mm
COM2
Serial port 2 connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
COM3
Serial port 3 connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
COM4
Serial port 4 connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
CPU_FAN
CPU fan connector
3 x 1 wafer, pitch 254mm
F_PANEL
System panel connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
HD1
Audio header connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
J68
PS/S keyboard & mouse connector
JAMP1
Amplifier connector
4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
JDIO
General purpose I/O connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
LVDS1
LVDS connector
Hirose DF13-40DP-1.25V
LAN_USB1
Rear USB connector 0 & 1
LAN_USB2
Rear USB connector 2 & 3
MINI_PCIE1
PCI express mini card
P3
VRM power supply connector
Wafer box 4p, pitch 4.2mm
SATA1
Serial ATA connector 1
SATA2
Serial ATA connector 2
SODIMM_A1
200-pin DDR2 SODIMM socket
SODIMM_B1
200-pin DDR2 SODIMM socket
SPDIF_OUT1
SPDIF out connector
4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
SPI_JP1
SPI BIOS ROM connector
4 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
SYS_FAN
System fan connector
3 x 1 wafer, pitch 254mm
USB45
USB connector 4 & 5
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
USB67
USB connector 6 & 7
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm