Avalue Technology EMX-QM57 User manual

Part No: E2047QM5701R
EMX-QM57
Intel® QM57/HM55 BGA1288 Core i7/i5/i3 Mobile Mini-ITX
Motherboard
User’s Manual
1st Ed –August 16, 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
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including circuits and/or software described or contained in this manual in order to improve
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masks work rights to these products, and makes no representations or warranties that
these products are free from patent, copyright, or mask work right infringement, unless
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.

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To receive the latest version of the user’s manual; please visit our Web site at:
http://www.avalue.com.tw/
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 Technology Inc.
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Avalue USA
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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
Safety Information ..........................................................................................................8
Technical Support ............................................................................................................9
Conventions Used in This Guide ....................................................................................9
Packing List .....................................................................................................................10
Revision History .............................................................................................................11
Specifications Summary................................................................................................12
Block Diagram.................................................................................................................15
Production Introduction ...............................................................................................16
1.1 Before you Proceed ................................................................................................16
1.2 Motherboard Overview............................................................................................17
1.2.1 Placement Direction....................................................................................................................... 17
1.2.2 Screw Holes ................................................................................................................................... 17
1.3 Motherboard Layout................................................................................................18
1.3.1 Layout Content List ........................................................................................................................ 19
1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)................................................................................21
1.4.1 Installing the CPU Cooler............................................................................................................... 21
1.5 System Memory......................................................................................................24
1.5.1 SO-DIMM Sockets Location........................................................................................................... 24
1.5.2 Memory Configurations.................................................................................................................. 24
1.5.3 Installing a DDR3 SO-DIMM .......................................................................................................... 25
1.5.4 Removing a DDR3 SO-DIMM ........................................................................................................ 26
1.6 Expansion Slots ......................................................................................................27
1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................................................... 27
1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card..................................................................................................... 27
1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments..................................................................................................... 28
1.6.4 PCI Express x16............................................................................................................................. 29
1.6.5 Mini PCI Express x 1...................................................................................................................... 29
1.7 Jumpers..................................................................................................................30
1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CLRTC1).................................................................................................................. 30
1.8 Connectors..............................................................................................................31
1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors.................................................................................................................. 31
1.8.2 ATX Power Connector (EATXPWR, ATX12V)............................................................................... 33
1.8.3 Serial Port 2 Connector (COM2).................................................................................................... 33
1.8.4 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP1).......................................................................................... 34
1.8.5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN)................................................................................................... 34
1.8.6 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN) ............................................................................................. 35

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1.8.7 System Panel Connector (F_PANEL1).......................................................................................... 35
1.8.8 Digital I/O Connector (JDIO01) ...................................................................................................... 36
1.8.9 LVDS Connector (JLVDS1)............................................................................................................ 36
1.8.10 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL1)............................................................................................... 37
1.8.11 SPI Connector (SPI1) ................................................................................................................ 37
1.8.12 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT1) ................................................................................... 38
1.8.13 Serial SATA Connector (SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) ...................................................... 39
1.8.14 USB 2.0 Connector (USB78, USB56)........................................................................................ 40

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Safety Information
Electrical safety
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet before relocating the system.
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are
not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local
power company.
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.

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Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try
the following help resources for further guidance.
Conventions Used in This Guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols
used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

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Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following materials
have been shipped:
1 x Intel Core i7/i5/i3 Mobile Processor Mini-ITX Main board
1 x CD-ROM contains the followings:
- User’s Manual in PDF file
- Drivers
1 x COM1 Cable (9P/260mm)
1 x SATA Cable Kit (SATA/Power)
1 x SATA DATA Cable
1 x I/O Shield
1 x Startup Manual
1 x CPU Cooler
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your
retailer.

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Revision History
Revision
Revision History
Date
V 1.0
First release for PCB 1.00
September 3, 2010

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Specifications Summary
Specifications
System
CPU
Intel Core i7/i5 Mobile Processor
BIOS
AMI 8MB SPI BIOS”
System Chipset
Intel QM57/HM55 Chipset
I/O Chipset
Winbond W83667HG-A
Memory
2 x 204-pin SODIMM socket supports up to 8 GB Dual channel DDR3 1066/800
SDRAM
Watchdog Timer
Reset: 1 sec.~255 min. and 1 sec. or 1 min./step
H/W Status Monitor
Monitoring CPU temperature, voltage, and cooling fan status. Auto throttling
control when CPU overheats
Expansion Slots
1x PCI-E x16 (PEG & SDVO)
1x Mini PCI-E x1
S3
S3 Support
SmartFan Control
Yes
I/O
MIO
2 x COM(1F/1R) with power 4 x SATA/SATAII
1 x Display Port 1 x HDMI
1 x VGA 1 x LVDS
1 x LVDS backlight
USB
8 x USB 2.0 ports
DIO
8-bit General Purpose I/O for DI and DO
Display
Chipset
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator HD
Display Memory
Intel DVMT supports 1.7GB video memory
Resolution
2048 x 1536 @ 32 bpp(@ 60Hz)
Dual Display
CRT + LVDS, CRT + Display Port ,CRT + HDMI
LVDS
Dual-channel 24-bit LVDS
Display Port
Support eDP Standard Version 1.1
HDMI
TI Level Shift SN75DP139RGZR
Audio
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC888 Audio Codec
5.1+2 CH. with two independent audio stream
Audio Interface
Mic in, Line in, Line out

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Ethernet
LAN1
Intel® 82577-LM Gigabit LAN
LAN2
Realtek RTL8111C PCI-E Gigabit LAN
Mechanical & Enviormental
Power Type
ATX
Operating Temperature
0~60°C (32~140°F)
Operating Humidity
0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W)
6.69" x 6.69" (170 mm x 170 mm)
Weight
0.88 lbs (0.4 Kg)
Jumpers
Label
Function
Note
CLRTC
Clear CMOS
Normal *
Clear CMOS
Connectors
Label
Function
Note
AAFP1
Front Panel Audio
Connector
CHA_FAN
Chassis Fan Connector
CPU_FAN
CPU Fan Connector
SPDIF_OUT1
Digital Audio connector

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F_PANEL1
System Panel
Connector
JDIO1
Digital I/O Connector
JBKL1
LCD Inverter Connector
SPI1
SPI Connector
COM2
Serial Port Connector
USB56,
USB78
USB 2.0 Connector
JLVDS1
LVDS Connector
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Block Diagram

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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
1
Product
introduction
1
Product
introduction
Production Introduction
1.1 Before you Proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or
change any motherboard settings.
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a
metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on
them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX
power supply is switched off 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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1.2 Motherboard Overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that
the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the
motherboard.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
1.2.1 Placement Direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct
orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in
the image below.
1.2.2 Screw Holes
Place four (4) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the
chassis.
Do not over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the
motherboard.
Place this side towards the rear
of the chassis

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1.3 Motherboard Layout

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1.3.1 Layout Content List
Slots
Label
Function
Note
Page
SODIMM_A1
204-pin SODIMM slot 1
23,24
SODIMM_B1
204-pin SODIMM slot 2
23,24
PCIE x 16
PCI Express x16 Slot
27
MINI_PCIE
Mini PCI Express x1 slot
27
Jumpers
Label
Function
Note
Page
CLRTC1
Clear CMOS
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
28
Rear Panel Connector
Label
Function
Note
Page
KB + Mouse
PS/2 keyboard and mouse
6-pin Mini-Din
29
COM1 + VGA
Serial port connector
VGA connector
D-sub 9-pin, male
D-sub 15-pin, female
29,30
Display Port +
HDMI
Display Port Connector
HDMI connector
Display Port 20-pin
HDMI 19-pin
29,30
LAN_USB1
RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 1
USB connector x 2
29,30
LAN_USB2
RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 1
USB connector x 2
29,30
AUDIO
Line-in port, Line-out port,
Microphone port,
5.1 Channel Audio I/O (3 jacks)
30

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Internal Connector
Label
Function
Note
Page
EATXPWR
ATX power connector
12 x 2 header
31
ATX12V
ATX power connector
2 x 2 header
31
COM2
Serial port 2 connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
31
CPU_FAN
CPU fan connector
3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
32
CHA_FAN
Chassis fan connector
3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
33
F_PANEL1
System panel connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
34
AAFP1
Front Panel Audio Connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
32
JDIO01
Digital I/O connector
10 x 2 header, pitch 2.00m
35
JLVDS1
LVDS connector
HIROSE DF13S-40DP-1.25V
35
JBKL1
LCD Inverter connector
5 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm
36
SPI1
SPI connector
4 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
37
SPDIF_OUT1
Digital Audio connector
4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
37
SATA1,2,3,4
Serial ATA connectors 1,2,3,4
7-pin header
38
USB5,6
USB 2.0 connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
39
USB7,8
USB 2.0 connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm
39