Corvalent Q35SBC User manual

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Q35SBC USER MANUAL
Part Number: Q35SB

Table of Contents
REVISION HISTORY....................................................................................................................4
PREFACE………. .........................................................................................................................5
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING!.........................................................................................6
Static Electricity Warning!.....................................................................................................................6
FCC Notice...........................................................................................................................................6
CE Notice .............................................................................................................................................6
Conventions Used in this Manual.........................................................................................................6
CHAPTER 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................7
Embedded Processor (775 LGA package) ..........................................................................................7
Non-Embedded Processors.................................................................................................................7
Chipset .................................................................................................................................................7
Peripheral Chips...................................................................................................................................8
System Memory....................................................................................................................................9
BIOS.....................................................................................................................................................9
Embedded I/0.......................................................................................................................................9
Miscellaneous.......................................................................................................................................9
Power connectors.................................................................................................................................9
Fan Headers.......................................................................................................................................10
TPM header........................................................................................................................................10
Form Factor and Dimensions.............................................................................................................10
Environmental Requirements.............................................................................................................10
CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE CONFIGURATION....................................................................11
Handling Precautions.........................................................................................................................11
Connector Locations ..........................................................................................................................12
Header and Jumper Locations...........................................................................................................13
Jumpers, Connectors and Headers Quick Reference Table .............................................................14
Setting the Jumpers............................................................................................................................15
Installing Memory ...............................................................................................................................17
Installing the CPU...............................................................................................................................18
Installing FAN(s).................................................................................................................................20
Installing Power Cables......................................................................................................................21
Back Panel Connections....................................................................................................................22
Header & Connectors.........................................................................................................................23
CHAPTER 3 AMIBIOS SETUP ............................................................................................29
Starting BIOS Setup...........................................................................................................................29
BIOS Setup Main Menu......................................................................................................................29
Main Setup .........................................................................................................................................32
Advanced BIOS Setup .......................................................................................................................33
BIOS SETUP UTILITY .......................................................................................................................33
PCI/PnP Setup ...................................................................................................................................37
Boot Setup..........................................................................................................................................39
Security Setup....................................................................................................................................41
Chipset Setup.....................................................................................................................................43
Exit Menu............................................................................................................................................45
APPENDIX A TECHNICAL SUMMARY ................................................................................46
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I/O Port Address Map.........................................................................................................................46
System Memory Map..........................................................................................................................47
DMA Channels ...................................................................................................................................47
PCI Routing Table..............................................................................................................................47
PCI Configuration Map.......................................................................................................................48
Interrupt Map......................................................................................................................................49
Graphics Features..............................................................................................................................50
APPENDIX B PICMG1.0........................................................................................................51
APPENDIX C FLASH BIOS PROGRAMMING AND CODES ...............................................52
How to Reflash the BIOS ...................................................................................................................52
Troubleshooting POST.......................................................................................................................52
Critical Error BEEP Codes .................................................................................................................58
Boot Block Beep Codes .....................................................................................................................58
POST BIOS Beep Codes...................................................................................................................58
Troubleshooting POST BIOS Beep Codes........................................................................................59
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
01 First Release 09/13/09
Notice
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©September 2009
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Preface
Thank you for your purchase of the Q35SB industrial embedded motherboard. This design was
based on the Intel® Q35 Express chipset (Blackford) providing the ideal platform to industrial
applications. The Q35SB design is based on the Intel Pentium 4 processor in a LGA775 socket (FC-
LGA4). With proper installation and maintenance, your board will provide years of high performance
and trouble free operation.
This manual provides a detailed explanation into the installation and use of the Q35SB industrial
embedded motherboard. It is written for the novice PC user/installer. However, as with any major
computer component installation, previous experience is helpful and should you not have prior
experience, it would be prudent to have someone assist you in the installation.
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Safety Precautions Warning!
Static Electricity Warning!
The Q35SB has been designed as rugged as possible but can still be damaged if jarred sharply or
struck. Handle the motherboard with care.
The Q35SB also contains delicate electronic circuits that can be damaged or weakened by static
electricity. Before removing the board from its protective packaging, it is strongly recommended that
you use a grounding wrist strap. The grounding strap will safely discharge any static electricity build
up in your body and will avoid damaging the motherboard. Do not walk across a carpet or linoleum
floor with the bare board in hand.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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.
You are cautioned that any change or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate such equipment.
CE Notice
This is a CE approved product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Conventions Used in this Manual
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Notes - Such as a brief discussion of memory types.
Important Information - such as static warnings, or
very important instructions.
When instructed to enter keyboard keystrokes, the
text will be noted by this graphic.
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Chapter 1 Technical Specifications
The Q35SB is a long-life industrial motherboard with multi-core processor technology and PCI
Express support (internal). Powered by the Intel® Q35 Express chipset, the Q35SB motherboard
was designed specifically for performance intensive embedded applications such as Medical,
Security, Imaging, Industrial Automation, and Manufacturing, or any application that could benefit
from a PICMG back-plane solution. This platform adds support for the new Intel 45nm processors.
Embedded Processor (775 LGA package)
Intel® Core™ 2 Quad Q9400 6M cache, 2.66GHz, 1333 MHz FSB, 45nm
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo E8400 6M cache, 3.00GHz, 1333 MHz FSB, 45nm
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo E7400 3M cache, 2.80GHz, 1066 MHz FSB, 45nm
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo E6400 2M cache, 2.13GHz, 1066 MHz FSB, 65nm
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo E5300 2M cache, 2.60GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 45nm
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo E4300 2M cache, 1.80GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 65nm
Intel® Dual Core™ E2160 1M cache, 1.80GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 65nm
Intel® Celeron E1500 512K cache, 2.20GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 45nm
Intel® Celeron 440 512K cache, 2.00GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 65nm
Non-Embedded Processors
For additional supported processors, please contact your Sales Representative.
Chipset
Intel® Core 2 Duo, Wolfdale and Conroe L support
Supports FSB of 800/1066/1333 MHz
Intel® Integrated Graphics Accelerator 3100
(GMA3100) with CRT.
Analog video maximum resolution 2048x1536@75
Hz refresh
Two sockets of DDR2 memory @ 667/800MHz
(4GB max memory size)
ACPI 1.0 Power Management
Q35 GMCH
1226 BGA package
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10Gb/s each direction, full duplex DMI (Direct
Media Interface – between ICH9 and GMCH)
PCI Rev 2.3 @ 33MHz support
2 SATA @ 300Gb/s (300MB/s) controllers
Audio CODEC support for HD Audio
6 USB 2.0 Host Controllers – 12 external ports
ACPI 3.0 Support
ICH9
676 mBGA package
Peripheral Chips
Two full handshake COM ports, COM2
configurable to RS-232C, RS-422 or RS-485
IRDA on 5 pin header
Floppy
Combined PS/2 keyboard/mouse
Hardware voltage monitor /CPU temp. monitor
Watchdog timer
PWM fan control outputs / tachometer inputs
ITE IT8718F SIO chip
Monitors thermal diode of CPU
PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet controller
10/100/1000 Mbps full and half duplex operation
Realtek 8111B
PCI-E x 1 interface
ITE IT8888 ISA Bridge
MARVELL SA8040 1 PATA (IDE) port for 1 device
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System Memory
Two 240-pin DDR2 dual channel DIMM sockets
Support for DDR2 800/667 MHz DIMMs
Supports up to 4GB of unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 memory.
BIOS
AMI BIOS Firmware Hub (SPI).
Embedded I/0
Supports single floppy disk drive
Floppy
Sizes supported are: 5.25” 360K and 1.2MB; 3.5”
720K, 1.44MB and 2.88MB
2 full handshake RS232 serial ports
COM2 jumper configurable to RS-232C, RS-422
and RS485
Serial Ports (2)
5-pin IRDA header
2 USB ports on back I/O
USB Interfaces (12)
10 USB ports on 5x10-pin keyed headers
Keyboard/Mouse Port Combined PS/2 compatible 6 pin mini-DIN
connector on I/O back-panel
Additional I/O 4-bit digital Input, 4-bit Digital Output header
Video Support DB-15 VGA connector on I/O back-panel
(Maximum resolution 2048x1536 @75Hz)
Audio External optional audio module with CODEC
Miscellaneous
RTC integrated in ICH9 with lithium battery socket
CMOS/Battery
CR2032 lithium battery or equivalent
Front Panel Header Reset, Soft Power, LEDs for power and HDD
CPU Socket 775 – pin LGA
Power connectors
Power through PICMG connector
4 pin ATX12V power connector for CPU power
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Fan Headers
CPU – 4 pin header
2 System fans – 3 pin headers
TPM header
Optional TPM module capability
Form Factor and Dimensions
PICMG – 13.3”X 4.8” (338 x 122mm)
Environmental Requirements
RoHS compliant assembly.
CATEGORY OPERATING NON-OPERATING
TEMPERATURE 0°C to 60°C -40°C to 70°C
HUMIDITY 5 to 95% @ 40°C non-condensing 5 to 95% @ 40°C non-
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Chapter 2 Hardware Configuration
This chapter provides all the necessary information for installing the Q35SB into a standard PC
chassis. Topics discussed include: installing the processor, DRAM and jumper settings.
Handling Precautions
The Q35SB has been designed to be as rugged as possible but it can be damaged if dropped, jarred
sharply or struck. Damage may also occur by using excessive force in performing certain installation
procedures such as forcing the system board into the chassis or placing too much torque on a
mounting screw.
Take special care when installing or removing the system memory DIMMs. Never force a DIMM into
a socket. Screwdrivers slipping off a screw and scraping the board can break a trace or component
leads, rendering the board unusable. Always handle the Q35SB with care.
Special Warranty Note:
Products returned for warranty repair will be inspected for damage caused by
improper installation and misuse as described in the previous section and the static
warning below. Should the board show signs of abuse, the warranty will become void
and the customer will be billed for all repairs and shipping and handling costs.
Static Warning
The Q35SB contains delicate electronic semiconductors that are highly sensitive to static electricity.
These components, if subjected to a static electricity discharge, can be weakened thereby reducing
the serviceable life of the system board. BEFORE THE BOARD IS REMOVED FROM ITS
PROTECTIVE ANTISTATIC PACKAGING, TAKE PROPER PRECAUTIONS! Work on a conductive
surface that is connected to the ground. Before touching any electronic device, ground yourself by
touching an unpainted metal object or, and highly recommended, use a grounding strap.
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Connector Locations
KB/Mouse
(KBM1)
Ethernet
(LAN1)
VGA (VGA1)
USB1
COM2
DIMM2
DIMM1
Floppy (FDD1)
IDE1
COM1
A
TX12V
(ATX12V1)
SATA2
SATA1
Dig. IO (DIO1)
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Header and Jumper Locations
IDE Enable
(JP1)
System Fan
(SYSF2)
System Fan
(SYSF1)
CPU Fan
(CPUF1)
Front Panel
(JFRT1)
ATX Power
(EATX1)
CMOS
(JBAT1)
USB6,5,4,3
and 2
AT/ATX (AT1)
Ext KB (EKB1)
IR (IR1)
COM2 MODE
(JRS1)
TPM (TPM1)
Ext. Audio
(CN3)
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Jumpers, Connectors and Headers Quick Reference Table
Jumpers Name Description
AT1 AT/ATX Power Mode 2-pin header
JBAT1 Clear CMOS 3-pin header
JP1 PATA Enable/Disabler 2-pin header
JRS1 COM2 Mode Select 14-pin header
Header Name Description
CN3 AUDIO Daughter Board 9-pin keyed connector
CPUF1 CPU Fan 4-pin connector
EATX1 PICMG ATX Control 3-pin header
EKB1 External PS/2 Keyboard 5-pin keyed header
IR1 Infrared 5-pin header
JFRT1 Front Panel 16-pin header
SYSF1 System Fan1 3-pin connector
SYSF2 System Fan2 3-pin connector
TPM1 Trusted Platform Module 20-pin header
USB2~6 USB Port 10-pin keyed header
Connectors Name Description
ATX12V1 ATX12V CPU Power Connector 4-pin connector
COM1 COM1 10-pin shrouded header
COM2 COM2 14-pin shrouded header
DIO1 Digital I/O 10-pin shrouded header
FDD1 Floppy Disk 34-pin shrouded header
IDE1 PATA IDE 40-pin shrouded header
KBM1 PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse 6-pin mini-DIN connector
LAN1 RJ-45 Ethernet RJ-45
SATA1 SATA Port1 7-pin keyed connector
SATA2 SATA Port2 7-pin keyed connector
USB1 USB Dual stacked type A
VGA1 VGA Display Connector 15-pin female connector
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Setting the Jumpers
Jumper Types
Jumpers or headers are small pins attached to the system board. Covering two pins with a shunt
closes the connection between them. The Q35SB examines these jumpers to determine specific
configuration information. There are two different categories of jumpers on the Q35SB.
A. Two pin jumpers are used for binary selections such as enable, disable. Instructions for this type
of jumper are open, for no shunt over the pins or closed, when the shunt covers the pins.
B. Three or four pin jumpers are used for multiple selections. Instructions for these jumpers will
indicate which two pins to cover. For example: for JPx2-3 the shunt will be covering pins 2 and 3
leaving pins 1 and 4 exposed.
How to identify pin number 1 on Figure: Looking to the solder side (The board side with fewer
components) of the PCB (Printed Circuit Board), pin number 1 will have a squared pad. Other pins
will have a circular pad. They are numbered sequentially.
Double row jumpers are numbered alternately, i.e. pin number 2 is in the other row, but in the same
column of pin number 1. Pin number 3 is in the same row of pin 1, but in the next column and so
forth.
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Jumper Location
Use the diagram below and the tables on the following pages to locate and set the on-board
configuration jumpers.
CMOS
(JBAT1) COM2 MODE
(JRS1))
AT/ATX (AT1)
AT1 – AT/ATX Power Mode
This option allows the selection of the power type. Default is ATX (open).
CMOS Reset: JBAT1
This option is provided as a convenience for those who need to reset the CMOS registers. It should
always be set to “Normal” (1-2) for standard operation. If the CMOS needs to be reset, turn off the
system; move JBAT1 to 2-3, and back to 1-2, and power the system on.
PATA IDE Enable/Disable: JP1
This option enables/disables the PATA controller. Default is enabled (open)
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COM2 Mode Select: JRS1
This option allows you to select the operating mode of COM2.
Mode/Pins RS-232C RS-422 RS-485
1-2 OFF ON ON
3-4 OFF ON ON
5-6 OFF OFF ON
7-8 OFF ON OFF
9-10 OFF ON ON
11-12 ON OFF OFF
13-14 OFF OFF ON
Installing Memory
This motherboard provides two 240-pin MEMORY MODULES (DIMM) sockets for DDR2 memory.
Sockets can be populated with a minimum of 128MB up to a maximum memory of 4GB.
Valid Memory Configurations
Bank 240-Pin DIMM PCS Total Memory
Bank 0, 1 (DIMM1) DDR2 667/DDR2 800 X1 128MB∼2.0GB
Bank 2, 3 (DIMM2) DDR2 667/DDR2 800 X1 128MB∼2.0GB
Total System Memory (Max. 4.0GB) X2 128MB∼4.0GB
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Installing the CPU
1. Improper installation of the CPU may cause permanent damage to both the system
board and the CPU. -- Void of warranty
2. Always handle the CPU by the edges, never touch the pins or pads.
3. Alwa
y
s use a heat
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sink and a CPU fan.
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To properly install the processor, make sure to carefully follow these instructions:
1. Open the socket lever by pushing the lever down and away from the socket.
2. Lift the metal plate and make sure not to touch the socket pins
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3. Remove the protective processor cover. Be careful not to touch the bottom contacts of the processor.
4. Hold the processor as shown in the picture. Align the processor with the socket (A). Align the
processor notches (B) with the socket (C). Insert the processor into the socket without tilting.
5. Press down on the load plate (A) close and return the socket lever (B) to its original position
6. The plastic socket cover should pop off at this point. Make sure to store it for future use.
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Installing FAN(s)
FAN Power Connector: CPUF1
This connector supports cooling fans of up to 350mA (4.2 Watts). 3 pin FANs will not be controllable
and will be on full time. Connect the fan’s plug to the board taking into consideration the polarity of
connector.
PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 GND
2 12V
3 Tachometer
4 PWM
Be sure that there is sufficient air circulation across the processor’s heat sink,
and CPU cooling FAN is working correctly; otherwise, it may cause the
processor and motherboard to overheat and damage. You may install an
auxiliary cooling FAN, if necessary.
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