Avalue Technology EPI-QM87R User manual

Part No. E2047382801R
EPI-QM87R/ EPI-QM87
Intel® 4th Generation Core™i7/i5/i3 Processor
EPIC Module with Intel® QM87 Chipset
User’s manual
1st Ed –12 December 2014
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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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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
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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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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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Content
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..........................................................................................17
2.2.1 Main Memory........................................................................................................................... 18
2.3 Jumper and Connector List..................................................................................20
2.4 Setting Jumpers & Connectors............................................................................22
2.4.1 Clear CMOS (JBAT)................................................................................................................ 22
2.4.2 Serial port 1/2 - Ring, +5V, +12V power selector (JRI1/2)...................................................... 22
2.4.3 AT/ATX mode selector, Front panel & LED settings (JFP) ..................................................... 23
2.4.4 Touch panel connector (JTOUCH_SEL)................................................................................. 23
2.4.5 LCD Backlight brightness adjustment (JVR)........................................................................... 24
2.4.6 Battery connector (BAT).......................................................................................................... 24
2.4.7 Audio connector (JAUDIO)...................................................................................................... 25
2.4.7.1 Signal Description –Audio connector (JAUDIO)............................................... 25
2.4.8 CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN).............................................................................................. 26
2.4.9 System fan connector (SYS_FAN).......................................................................................... 26
2.4.10 PS/2 keyboard & mouse connector (JKBMS) ......................................................................... 27
2.4.11 SATA power connector (SATA_PWR) .................................................................................... 27
2.4.12 Serial port 1/ 2 connector (JCOM1/ JCOM2) .......................................................................... 28
2.4.13 Serial port 3/ 4 connector (JCOM3/ JCOM4) .......................................................................... 28
2.4.14 Serial Port 1/2 RS-422-485 mode (J422_1 / J422_2)............................................................. 29
2.4.15 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL) .............................................................................................. 29
2.4.15.1 Signal Description –LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL) ....................................... 29
2.4.16 EC SMB Reserve connector (JECDEG) ................................................................................. 30
2.4.17 5VSB connector in ATX (PWR_SB)........................................................................................ 30
2.4.18 IrDA connector (JIR)................................................................................................................ 31
2.4.19 SPI connector (JSPI)............................................................................................................... 31
2.4.20 LVDS connector (JLVDS)........................................................................................................ 32
2.4.21 Touch panel connector (JTOUCH).......................................................................................... 33

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2.4.22 General purpose I/O connector (JDIO) ................................................................................... 34
2.4.23 Power connector (PWR).......................................................................................................... 34
2.4.24 USB 2.0 connector (JUSB1).................................................................................................... 35
2.4.25 USB 2.0 connector (JUSB2).................................................................................................... 35
3. BIOS Setup...................................................................................................................36
3.1 Introduction..........................................................................................................37
3.2 Starting Setup......................................................................................................37
3.3 Using Setup.........................................................................................................38
3.4 Getting Help.........................................................................................................39
3.5 In Case of Problems............................................................................................39
3.6 BIOS setup..........................................................................................................40
3.6.1 Main Menu............................................................................................................................... 40
3.6.1.1 System Language.............................................................................................. 40
3.6.1.2 System Date...................................................................................................... 40
3.6.1.3 System Time...................................................................................................... 40
3.6.2 Advanced Menu....................................................................................................................... 41
3.6.2.1 APCI Settings .................................................................................................... 41
3.6.2.2 S5 RTC Wake Settings...................................................................................... 42
3.6.2.3 Trusted Computing............................................................................................ 43
3.6.2.4 CPU Configuration............................................................................................. 43
3.6.2.5 SATA Configuration........................................................................................... 45
3.6.2.5.1 Software Feature Mask Configuration............................................................... 46
3.6.2.6 Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Configuration.................................................. 46
3.6.2.7 PCH-FW Configuration...................................................................................... 47
3.6.2.7.1 Firmware Update Configuration......................................................................... 47
3.6.2.8 AMT Configuration............................................................................................. 48
3.6.2.9 USB Configuration............................................................................................. 49
3.6.2.10 Hardware Monitor.............................................................................................. 50
3.6.2.11 Super IO Configuration...................................................................................... 51
3.6.2.11.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration ................................................................................ 51
3.6.2.11.2 Serial Port 2 Configuration ................................................................................ 52
3.6.2.11.3 Serial Port 3 Configuration ................................................................................ 53
3.6.2.11.4 Serial Port 4 Configuration ................................................................................ 54
3.6.2.12 Network Stack.................................................................................................... 55
3.6.2.13 Intel RC Drivers Version Detail.......................................................................... 56
3.6.3 Chipset................................................................................................................................... 56
3.6.3.1 PCH-IO Configuration...................................................................................... 57
3.6.3.1.1 PCI Express Configuration .............................................................................. 58
3.6.3.1.1.1 PCI Express Root Port 1.................................................................................. 58
3.6.3.1.2 USB Configuration........................................................................................... 59

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3.6.3.1.3 PCH Azalia Configuration................................................................................ 60
3.6.3.2 System Agent (SA) Configuration.................................................................... 60
3.6.3.2.1 Graphics Configuration.................................................................................... 61
3.6.3.2.1.1 Graphics Configuration.................................................................................... 61
3.6.3.2.1.1.1 LCD Control................................................................................................. 62
3.6.3.2.2 Memory Configuration ..................................................................................... 64
3.6.4 Boot........................................................................................................................................ 64
3.6.4.1 CSM parameters.............................................................................................. 65
3.6.5 Security.................................................................................................................................. 66
3.6.6 Save and exit......................................................................................................................... 67
3.6.6.1 Save Changes and Reset.................................................................................. 67
3.6.6.2 Discard Changes and Reset.............................................................................. 67
3.6.6.3 Restore Defaults................................................................................................ 67
4. Drivers Installation.......................................................................................................68
4.1 Install Chipset Driver (For Intel QM87)................................................................69
4.2 Install ME Driver (For Intel QM87).......................................................................70
4.3 Install USB 3.0 Driver (For Intel QM87)...............................................................71
4.4 Install Display Driver (For Intel QM87).................................................................72
4.5 Install Audio Driver (For Realtek ALC892)...........................................................73
4.6 Install Ethernet Driver (For Intel I210AT and I217LM).........................................74
5. Mechanical Drawing ....................................................................................................75

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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 EPI-QM87R/ EPI-QM87 EPIC Module
1 x DVD-ROM contains the followings:
—User’s Manual (this manual in PDF file)
—Ethernet driver and utilities
—VGA drivers and utilities
—Audio drivers and utilities
1 x Cable set contains the followings:
—1 x Flat cable 9P(M)-PHD 10P/2.0mm
—1 x Serial ATA cable (7-pin, standard)
—1 x Serial ATA power cable

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1.3 Document Amendment History
Revision
Date
Comment
1st
December 2014
Initial Release

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1.4 Manual Objectives
This manual describes in detail the Avalue Technology EPI-QM87R/ EPI-QM87 Single
Board.
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 EPI-QM87R/ EPI-QM87 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 NVRAM that make
booting impossible. If this should happen, clear the NVRAM 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
Intel® 4th Generation Core™ BGA processors
BIOS
AMI uEFI BIOS, 128 Mbit SPI Flash ROM
System Chipset
Intel QM87 PCH
I/O Chip
EC(IT8518E)
System Memory
1 x 204-pin 1.35V DDR3L 1600/1333MHzSO-DIMM up to 8GB
SSD
1 x mSATA (from Mini PCIe slot)
Watchdog Timer
H/W Reset, 1sec. –65535sec./min.
1sec. or 1min. step
H/W Status
Monitor
CPU & system temperature monitoring
Voltages monitoring
Expansion
1 x mini-PCIe (mSATA supported)
I/O
MIO
2 x SATA III, 2 x RS232, 2 x RS232/422/485, LPC
IrDA
FINTEK 81216 (IR Supported )
USB
2 x USB3.0 , 2 x USB 2.0(Wafer),4 x USB 3.0 (Edge connectors)
DIO
4-bit GPI, 4-bit GPO
Display
Chipset
Intel QM87
Resolution
Triple independent display
Dual HDMI+LVDS/ HDMI+LVDS+DVI or Dual HDMI+CRT/ HDMI+LVDS+CRT
LVDS
Dual channel 18/24-bit LVDS
DVI
One DVI port co-lay with VGA
Ethernet
Chipset
1 x Intel I210AT GbE controller
1 x Intel I217LMGbE PHY
Ethernet Interface
10/100/1000 Base-Tx compatible
Audio
Chipset
Realtek ALC892 HD codec support 5.1 channel
Audio Interface
Mic-In, Line-In and Line-Out
Built-in Touch
screen (optional)
Chipset
PenMount 6000
Touch screen
interface
With 9-pin 2.0mm Box Header (can be selected to support 4/5/8 wire touch screen)

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Mechanical &
Environmental
Power Requirement
+12V~19V
Power Type
AT / ATX
ACPI
Single power ATX Support S0, S3, S4, S5
ACPI 3.0 Compliant
Operating Temp.
0°C ~60°C
Storage Temp.
-40°C ~75°C
Operating Humidity
0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W)
4.5" x 6.5" (115mm x 165mm)
Weight
0.41 lbs (0.18 Kg)

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1.6 Architecture Overview –Block Diagram
The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of EPI-QM87R/
EPI-QM87.

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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, keyboard, mouse, USB etc. except for flat panel. A
CRT monitor must be connected in order to change NVRAM settings to support flat panel.
4. Connect power supply to the board via the ATXPWR.
5. Turn on the power.
6. Enter the BIOS setup by pressing the delete key during boot up. Use the "Save & Exit \
Restore Defaults" feature.
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
unstable

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2.2.1 Main Memory
EPI-QM87R/ EPI-QM87 provides one 204-pin DDR3L SODIMM socket, supports up to
8GB 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 SDRAM.
(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.
Firmly press the modules into the socket automatically snaps into the mounting notch.
SODIMM

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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 DDR3L 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.

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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
JBAT
Clear CMOS
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
JFP
AT/ATX mode selector, Front panel &
LED settings
6 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
JRI1/2
Serial port 1 - Ring, +5V, +12V power
selector
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
JTOUCH_SEL
Touch panel connector
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
JVR
LCD Backlight brightness adjustment
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm