BCM Advanced Research MX87QD User manual

MX87QD
Intel® Q87 Mini ITX Motherboard supports 22nm Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3
4th generation Desktop Processors (Haswell Platform)
User’s Manual Ver 1.0

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1.1Product highlights ...................................................................................................14
1.2Before you Proceed .................................................................................................16
1.3Motherboard Overview ............................................................................................17
1.3.1 Placement Direction ..................................................................................................17
1.3.2 Screw Holes.................................................................................................................17
1.3.3 Motherboard Layout.....................................................................................................18
1.3.4 Layout Content List......................................................................................................18
1.3.5 Internal Connector .......................................................................................................20
1.4Central Processing Unit (CPU)................................................................................21
1.4.1 Installing the CPU........................................................................................................22
1.4.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan...........................................................................24
1.5System Memory........................................................................................................27
1.5.1 Overview......................................................................................................................27
1.5.2 Memory Configurations................................................................................................28
1.5.3 Installing a DDR3 SODIMM .........................................................................................28
1.5.4 Removing a DDR3 SODIMM .......................................................................................29
1.6 Expansion Card........................................................................................................30
1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card .......................................................................................30
1.6.2 Configuring an Expansion Card...................................................................................31
1.6.2.1 PCI Express x16 slot.................................................................................................31
1.6.2.2 MiniPCI express slot.................................................................................................32
1.7Jumpers....................................................................................................................33
1.7.1 Clear CMOS (JCMOS1)...............................................................................................33
1.7.2AT/ATX Power Mode Select (PSON1).........................................................................34
1.7.3Chassis Intrusion Connector (JCASE1).......................................................................34
1.7.4COM1/COM2, COM3/COM4 RI/+5V/+12V Select (JCOMPWR1, JCOMPWR2).........35
1.7.5 M-SATA/mini PCIe Selection (JMSATASW1)..............................................................36
1.7.5 DC Power Source Setting (JPSEL1)............................................................................36
1.8Connectors...............................................................................................................37
1.8.1 Rear panel connectors.................................................................................................37
1.8.2 CPU and System fan connectors (CPU_FAN 1,SYS_ FAN1)......................................38
1.8.3 System Panel (F_PANEL1)..........................................................................................39
1.8.4 DC-In power connectors (ATX12V1)............................................................................40
1.8.5 Serial Port connectors (COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4)...............................................41
1.8.6 Digital IO Connector (JDIO1).......................................................................................41
1.8.7 PARALLEL PORT Connector (LPT1) ..........................................................................42
1.8.8 PS/2 KB/MS (KBMS1) .................................................................................................42
1.8.9 Low-voltage differential signalling Connector(JLVDS1) ...............................................42
1.8.10 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL1)...............................................................................44
1.8.11 USB connectors (USB56, USB78, USB910)..............................................................44

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1.8.12 Audio Mic.-In & Line-Out Connector (F_AUDIO1)......................................................45
1.8.13 Amplifier Connector (JAMP_1) ..................................................................................45
1.8.14 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1, SATA2,SATA3,SATA4)............................................46
1.8.15 Serial ATA Power Connector (SATAPW1, SATAPW2)..............................................46
2.1BIOS Setup Program................................................................................................48
2.1.1 Legend Box..................................................................................................................49
2.1.2 List Box........................................................................................................................49
2.1.3 Sub-menu....................................................................................................................49
2.2BIOS Menu Screen...................................................................................................50
2.3Main Setup................................................................................................................51
2.4Advanced BIOS Setup .............................................................................................52
2.4.1 PCI Subsystem Setting................................................................................................53
2.4.2 ACPI Settings ..............................................................................................................54
2.4.3 Trusted computing.......................................................................................................55
2.4.4 CPU configuration........................................................................................................56
2.4.5 SATA Configuration.....................................................................................................58
2.4.6 PCH-FW Configuration................................................................................................59
2.4.7 AMT Configuration.......................................................................................................60
2.4.8 USB Configuration.......................................................................................................61
2.4.9 NCT6106D Super IO Configuration .............................................................................62
2.4.10 NCT6106D Hardware Monitor ...................................................................................70
2.4.11 Option ROM Policy ....................................................................................................73
2.4.12 Intel RC Driver Version Detail....................................................................................74
2.5Chipset......................................................................................................................75
2.5.1 PCH-IO Configuration..................................................................................................76
2.5.2 System Agent (SA) Configuration................................................................................82
2.6Boot...........................................................................................................................87
2.7Security.....................................................................................................................89
2.8Save & Exit ...............................................................................................................90
3.1 AppendixA ................................................................................................................91
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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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Safety Declaration
This device complies with the requirements in Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This manual contains the following parts:
Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and
connectors on the motherboard.
Chapter 2: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. Motherboard User’s Manual and Device Drivers
Motherboard User’s Manual and Device Drivers can be downloaded at BCM Advanced
Research website: http://www.bcmcom.com/bcm_support_drivers.htm
2. 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. Visit the BCM Advanced Research website:
http://www.BCMCOM.com

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3. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may
have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
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.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select
Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key
<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+)
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,
then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
afudos /i[filename]
afudos /iP5P800VM.ROM

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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 MX87QD Mini-ITX Main board
1 x Dual COM cables
2 x SATA cables
1 x SATA Y Power cables
1 x DC to DC Power Extension cable
1 x I/O Shield
1 x Quick Installation Guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your
retailer.

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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V1.0 First release version 2013/06

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Specifications Summary
Features
CPU Socket LGA1150 supports Core i7/i5/i3 CPU up to 65W TDP
Chipset Intel® Q87
Memory 2 x 204 Pin SODIMM sockets supports 1.5V DDR3 memory
1333/1600 MHz up to 16GB
Display Intel® GMA HD 4600 (GT2)
Audio Realtek® ALC892, 5.1 with Multiple Streaming HD Audio
LAN Intel I210AT Gigabit Ethernet controller
Intel I217 Gigabit Ethernet controller
Expansion 1 x PCI-E x16 (supports device up to 10W)
2 x miniPCI-E x1
I/O
1 x VGA Port & 1 x DVI-D Port
2 x Display Port
1 x LVDS 24 bit / Dual Channel
4 x COM Port (pin header)
10 x USB Port (4 x USB3.0, 6 x USB2.0)
4 x SATA 6.0 Gp/s
1x LPT (pin header)
1x PS2 MS/KB (Optional)
Others 16 Bit GPIO (DIO) / Front audio / TPM 1.2

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Specifications
System
CPU Socket LGA1150 supports Core i7/i5/i3 CPU up to 65W TDP
BIOS AMI 64 Mb BIOS
System Chipset Intel® Q87
I/O Chipset Nuvoton NCT6106D
Memory 2 x 204 Pin SODIMM sockets supports1.5V DDR3 memory 1333/1600 MHz up to
16GB
Watchdog Timer Reset: 1 sec.~255 min. and 1 sec. or 1 min./step
H/W Status Monitor Monitoring temperatures, voltages, and cooling fan status. Auto throttling control
when CPU overheats
Expansion Slots
1 x PCI-E x16 slot (supports device up to10W)
2 x miniPCI slot (1 half size, 1 full size. Full size slot supports Mini-PCIe device or
mSATA SSD via jumper select)
DIO 16 Bit (8 in, 8 out)
S3 / S4 Yes
TPM TPM1.2 (Infineon® TPM chip 9635 TT 1.2 on board)
Wake up on LAN or
Ring LAN (PXE)
Smart Fan Control Yes, CPU FAN, System FAN (4 pin type via SIO)
Display
Chipset Intel® HD Graphics 4600 (GT2) integrated
Max. Resolution 2048 x 1536 bpp(@ 75Hz)
Dual Display Port on Board
VGA on board
DVI on board, via level shifter
Audio
Audio Codec Realtek® ALC892, 5.1 +2 with two independent Streaming
Audio Interface Line in, Line Out, Mic-in

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Specifications
Ethernet
LAN1 Intel I210AT GbLAN Controller
LAN2 Intel I217LM GbLAN Controller
Back I/O Port
Back Panel
2 x Display Port
1 x VGA Port
1 x DVI-D Port
2 x RJ45 Port
4 x USB 3.0 Port
1 x 3 Audio Jacks(Line-in / Line-Out / Mic in)
Internal I/O Connector
Internal I/O
4 x SATA 6.0Gp/s connectors
3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports
4 x COM Port header
1 x CPU Fan connector
1 x System Fan connector
1 x Chassis Intrusion header
1 x Front Audio connector
1 x Front panel header
1 x Printer Port
1 x 16 Bit DIO connector
1 x 2x2pin DC-In connector
Mechanical & Environmental
Power Type 12V, 16V - 24V Wide Range DC-In
Default setting is 12V
AC-DC Adapter Type DC Jack Barrel Type (5.5mm x 2.5mm).
Minimum output rating @150W recommended.
Operating Temperature 0~60°C (32~140°F)
Operating Humidity 0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W) 6.7" x 6.7" (170 mm x 170 mm)
Weight 0.88 lbs (0.40 Kg)
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Block Diagram

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Product
Introduction
This chapter describes the
motherboard features and the
new technologies it supports.
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Chapter 1 - Product Introduction
1.1Product highlights
1.1.1 Product Overview
Supports latest Intel LGA 1150 CPU-socket interface processor, the 4th Generation Intel®
Core i7/i5/i3 Haswell desktop processors which are built on 22 nm technologies to provide
smart performance and responsiveness on executing tasks, It combines the CPU and GPU to
offer fantastic HD media and graphics, especiallyon 3D gaming experience. Doubles the
bandwidth of your system memory up to 16GB/s and pumps up the system performance at
lower power.
DMI (Direct Media Interface) architecture connects between the processor and chipset at
5.0GT/s. The exceptionally increased interconnect bit rate from 2.5GT/s up to 5.0GT/s would
effectively eliminates the bottle neck of the system performance and brings the most terrific
computing experience from the present to the future. SATA 3.0 doubles the transfer speed of
SATA 2.0,running at speed up to 6.0Gb/s, and can connect with any other SATA 3.0Gb/s and
1.5Gb/s devices for backward compatibility.
Supports RAID 0(Striped disk array), RAID 1(Mirroring disk array), RAID 5(Block Interleaved
Distributed Parity), RAID 10 (A Stripe of Mirrors). Provides users the performance and
protection. Integrated 5.1-channel HD Audio CODEC, delivering advanced multi-channel
audio and bringing you the experience of home theater-quality sound. LAN supporting a high
transfer rate up to Gigabit/s, delivers transfer speed ten times faster than conventional 10/
100 Ethernet connections. Gigabit LAN is the networking standards for the future and is ideal
for handing large amount of data such as video, audio, and voice.
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1.1.2 Platform Features and Benefits
•Integrated Gfx (Intel® HD Graphics 4600) with enhanced operating modes to enable
excellent graphics performance in power and cost sensitive embedded applications
• DirectX® 11.1 & Open GL 3.2 let you enjoy awesome graphics performance, stunning 3D
visual effect and dynamic interactivity
• Memory support, integrated low voltage DDR3 memory controller
• Operating system support:
- Microsoft

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-WindRiver
-Redhat
-Novell
-Green Hills
-QNX
- LinuxWorks
1.1.3 Key Architecture Features
• Supports Intel LGA 1150 CPU, the 4th Generation Intel® Core i3, i5, i7 desktop processors.
-22nm monolithic die
-Integrated Gfx Intel® HD Graphics 4600 (GT2) & memory controller
-4 &2 Cores, up to 6MB LLC
-HW accelerated video CODECs
- Compatible with high speed DDR3-1600
-TDP: 35W-45W (Low Power), 65W (Scalable)
• Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
-More efficient power sharing between CPU and Graphics
• Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
• Intel® Advanced Vector Extensions (Intel® AVX)
•Transactional Synchronization Extensions (TSX)
• Integrated Display Interfaces
- Dual Independent Display Support
- DVI-D
- Analog VGA
- LVDS
• Intel® HD Graphics 4600
- DirectX® 11.1
- Improved realism for DX 3D applications. Improved rendering.
- OpenGL 3.2
- Improved realism for OGL 3D based application
- UVD (Unified Video Decoder) 2.01
Hardware decode of most common HD codecs (MPEG-2, H.264/AVC MPEG-4 and
VC-1)
- Supports ATI Hybrid CrossFireXTM Technology2
• Intel Quick Sync Video
- Enables faster and higher quality video editing, recording and sharing
• I/O
- PCI Express® x 16
- Four SATA ports (Gen 3.0, 6Gb/s) support RAID 0,1, 5, 10
- Gigabit Ethernet Media Access Controller (GbE MAC)

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IPv4 and IPv6 Checksum Offload
- High Definition Audio
- USB: Gen 3.0, 4 ports. Gen 2.0, 6 ports
- SMBus 2.0
- LPC Bus
Supports SPI devices
- Hardware Monitor
Fan control (Voltage, Temp)
Watchdog timer
• Power Management
- Dual Dynamic Power Management
Separate power planes for cores and memory controller
- Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 3.0
1.2Before 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
anti-static 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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1.3Motherboard 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.
1.3.1 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.
1.3.2 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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1.3.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3.4 Layout Content List
Slots & socket
Label Function Note Page
LGA1150 LGA1150 socket
DIMMA1 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM Slot A1 27
DIMMB1 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM Slot B1 27
PCIEX16 PCIe x16 Slot 31
MINI_CARD Mini-PCIe Slot 32

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Jumpers
Label Function Note Page
JCMOS Load CMOS Default 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm 33
JCASE1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 2 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 34
JPSON1 AT/ATX Power Select 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm 34
JCOMPWR1,2 COM1&COM2 / COM3&COM4
RI/+5V/+12V Select 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm 35
JMSATASW MSATA/Mini-PCIe Select 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm 36
JPSEL1 DC-In voltage Select 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00mm 36
Rear Panel Connector
Label Function Note Page
DP1 Dual Display Port 37
DVI-D_VGA1 VGA Connector
DVI Connector D-sub 15-pin, female Dual Link DVI-D; 24 pins 37
LAN1_USB12 RJ-45 Ethernet Connector x 1
USB 3.0 Connector x 2 37
LAN2_USB34 RJ-45 Ethernet Connector x 1
USB 3.0 Connector x 2 37
AUDIO1 Line-in Port, Line-out Port,
Microphone Port, 5.1 Channel Audio I/O (3
j
acks) 37

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1.3.5 Internal Connector
Internal Connector
Label Function Note Page
CPU_FAN1 CPU Fan Connector 4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 38
SYS_FAN1 System Fan Connector 4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 38
F_PANEL System Panel Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 39
ATX12V1 DC Power Connector 2 x 2 Mini-Fit Jr header,
4.20mm 40
COM 1,2,3,4 Serial Port Connector 1,2,3,4 5 x 2 wafer, pitch 2.00mm 41
JDIO1 Digital I/O Connector 10 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 41
LPT1 Parallel Port Connector 13 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm 42
KBMS1 PS/2 KB/MS Connector 6 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 42
JLVDS1 Low-Voltage Differential
Signaling Connector 20 x 2 wafer, pitch 1.25mm (Hirose:DF13-40DP-1.25V(91))
43
JBKL1 LCD Inverter Connector 5 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.00mm 44
USB56/78/910 USB 2.0 Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 44
FP_AUDIO1 Front Panel Audio Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 45
JAMP1 Amplifier Connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm 45
SATA1~4 Serial ATA Connectors 1~4 7-pin header 46
SATAPW1~2 SATA Power Connectors 1~2 4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm 46