DFI-ITOX NP100-N16C User manual

NP100-N16C
System Board
User’s Manual
935-NP1001-050G
I09810926

Copyright
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may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any transfor-
mation/adaptation without the prior written permission from the copyright hold-
ers.
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makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents or use
of this manual and specifically disclaims any express or implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The user will assume the
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revisions or changes.
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Trademarks
Windows®2000 and Windows®XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corpo-
ration. Award is a registered trademark of Award Software, Inc. Other trademarks
and registered trademarks of products appearing in this manual are the proper-
ties of their respective holders.

FCC and DOC Statement on Class B
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 residential installation. 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.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televi-
sion reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
• Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandthereceiver.
• Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhich
the receiver is connected.
• ConsultthedealeroranexperiencedradioTVtechnicianforhelp.
Notice:
1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
2. Shielded interface cables must be used in order to comply with the emission
limits.

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Table of Contents
Copyright........................................................................................... 2
Trademarks........................................................................................ 2
FCC and DOC Statement on Class B.............................................. 3
About this Manual ............................................................................. 7
Warranty .......................................................................................... 7
Static Electricity Precautions ............................................................. 8
Safety Measures ................................................................................. 8
About the Package ............................................................................ 9
Before Using the System Board ........................................................ 9
Chapter 1 - Introduction ................................................................ 10
Specifications................................................................................ 10
Features ...................................................................................... 12
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation.................................................. 15
System Board Layout .................................................................... 15
System Memory ........................................................................... 16
Installing the DIM Module ......................................................... 17
Jumper Settings............................................................................. 19
Clear CMOS Data ..................................................................... 19
PS/2 Power Select.................................................................... 20
USB Power Select..................................................................... 21
Panel Power Select ................................................................... 22
CompactFlash Card Setting ....................................................... 23
COM 3 RS232/RS422/RS485 Select............................................ 24
COM 2 RS232/Power Select....................................................... 25
Power-on Select....................................................................... 26
Rear Panel I/O Ports..................................................................... 27
PS/2 Mouse and PS/2 Keyboard Ports......................................... 28
COM (Serial) Ports ................................................................... 29
VGA Port................................................................................. 31
DVI-I Port ............................................................................... 32
RJ45 LAN Ports ........................................................................ 33
USB Ports................................................................................ 34
Audio ..................................................................................... 36

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I/O Connectors............................................................................ 38
CD-in Internal Audio Connector ................................................. 38
S/PDIF Connector..................................................................... 39
LVDS LCD Panel Connector........................................................ 40
LCD/Inverter Power Connector................................................... 40
Digital I/O Connector................................................................ 42
SATA (Serial ATA) Connectors .................................................... 43
IDE Connector ......................................................................... 44
FDD (Floppy Disk Drive) Connector ............................................ 46
Cooling Fan Connector .............................................................. 48
Chassis Instrusion Connector .................................................... 49
Power Connector ...................................................................... 50
Standby LED ........................................................................... 51
Front Panel Connectors ............................................................. 52
Expansion Slots ....................................................................... 53
Battery ................................................................................... 54
CompactFlash Socket................................................................ 55
Chapter 3 - BIOS Setup.................................................................. 56
Award BIOS Setup Utility.............................................................. 56
Standard CMOS Features .......................................................... 57
Advanced BIOS Features........................................................... 61
Advanced Chipset Features........................................................ 66
Integrated Peripherals .............................................................. 70
Power Management Setup ......................................................... 78
PnP/PCI Configurations ............................................................. 81
PC Health Status...................................................................... 83
Load Fail-Safe Defaults ............................................................. 84
Load Optimized Defaults ........................................................... 85
Set Supervisor Password........................................................... 86
Set User Password ................................................................... 87
Save & Exit Setup .................................................................... 88
Exit Without Saving.................................................................. 89
Updating the BIOS........................................................................ 90
Chapter 4 - Supported Software ................................................... 92
Drivers for Windows Vista System ................................................. 93
Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility .................................... 93
Intel Graphics Drivers............................................................... 95
Audio Drivers........................................................................... 97
LAN Drivers ............................................................................. 99
Hardware Monitor for Windows ................................................ 101
Intel Matrix Storage Manager Utility ......................................... 106
Installing the AHCI Driver During Windows Vista Installation....... 108
Creating an AHCI Driver Floppy Diskette under Vista.................. 110
Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0 (English Version).............................. 111
Drivers for Windows XP System ................................................. 113
Microsoft DirectX 9.0C Driver .................................................. 113
Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility .................................. 115
Intel Graphics Drivers............................................................. 117

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Audio Drivers......................................................................... 119
LAN Drivers ........................................................................... 121
Hardware Monitor for Windows ................................................ 123
Intel Matrix Storage Manager Utility ......................................... 126
AHCI for F6 During Windows Setup Floppy Driver ...................... 128
Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0 (English Version).............................. 129
Installing the AHCI Driver During Windows XP Installation .......... 131
Appendix A - Watchdog Timer...................................................... 132
Appendix B - System Error Message ............................................ 135
Appendix C - Troubleshooting...................................................... 137

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Warranty
1. Warranty does not cover damages or failures that arised from misuse of the
product, inability to use the product, unauthorized replacement or alteration
of components and product specifications.
2. The warranty is void if the product has been subjected to physical abuse,
improper installation, modification, accidents or unauthorized repair of the
product.
3. Unless otherwise instructed in this user’s manual, the user may not, under
any circumstances, attempt to perform service, adjustments or repairs on the
product, whether in or out of warranty. It must be returned to the purchase
point, factory or authorized service agency for all such work.
4. We will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or consequencial
damages to the product that has been modified or altered.

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Static Electricity Precautions
It is quite easy to inadvertently damage your PC, system board, components
or devices even before installing them in your system unit. Static electrical dis-
charge can damage computer components without causing any signs of physical
damage. You must take extra care in handling them to ensure against electro-
static build-up.
1. To prevent electrostatic build-up, leave the system board in its anti-static bag
until you are ready to install it.
2. Wear an antistatic wrist strap.
3. Do all preparation work on a static-free surface.
4. Hold the device only by its edges. Be careful not to touch any of the compo-
nents, contacts or connections.
5. Avoid touching the pins or contacts on all modules and connectors. Hold
modules or connectors by their ends.
Important:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk drive and
other components. Perform the upgrade instruction procedures described
at an ESD workstation only. If such a station is not available, you can
provide some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap and
attaching it to a metal part of the system chassis. If a wrist strap is
unavailable, establish and maintain contact with the system chassis
throughout any procedures requiring ESD protection.
Safety Measures
To avoid damage to the system:
• UsethecorrectACinputvoltagerange.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
• Unplug the power cord before removing the system chassis cover for instal-
lation or servicing. After installation or servicing, cover the system chassis
before plugging the power cord.
Battery:
• Dangerofexplosionifbatteryincorrectlyreplaced.
• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommend by the manufac-
turer.
• Disposeofusedbatteriesaccordingtolocalordinance.

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About the Package
The system board package contains the following items. If any of these items are
missing or damaged, please contact your dealer or sales representative for as-
sistance.
One system board
One IDE cable
One USB cable
Two Serial ATA data cables
Two Serial ATA power connectors
One bracket mounted with a COM port
One I/O shield
One CD
 OneQR(QuickReference)
The system board and accessories in the package may not come similar to the
information listed above. This may differ in accordance to the sales region or
models in which it was sold. For more information about the standard package in
your region, please contact your dealer or sales representative.
Before Using the System Board
Before using the system board, prepare basic system components.
If you are installing the system board in a new system, you will need at least the
following internal components.
• ACPU
• Memorymodule
• Storagedevicessuchasharddiskdrive,CD-ROM,etc.
You will also need external system peripherals you intend to use which will nor-
mally include at least a keyboard, a mouse and a video display monitor.

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Processor
Chipset
System Memory
Expansion Slots
Graphics
Audio
LAN
Serial ATA
IDE
Rear Panel I/O
Ports
Chapter 1 - Introduction
•Intel®AtomTM N270 (Diamondville SC) processor
•1.6GHzcorefrequency,1.10Vvoltage
•2.5Wthermaldesignpower
•512KBon-diesecondlevelcache
•533-MT/sFSB
•22x22mm,1.0mmballpitchand437ballsFCBGA
•Intel®chipset
- Northbridge: Intel®945GSE GMCH
- Southbridge: Intel®82801GBM ICH7M
•One240-pinDDR2DIMMsocket
•Maximummemorysupportsupto2GB
•Supports400MHzand533MHzDDR2SDRAM
•1PCIExpressx1slot
•1PCIslot
•133/166MHz internal graphics core render frequency at
1.05Vcorevoltage
•OneSDVOport(PortB)
 -SDVOslotreversalnotsupported
•Supports18-bitdual-channelLVDS
•SupportsCRTresolutionsuptoSXGA+
•RealtekALC2622-channelHighDefinitionAudio
•Two24-bitstereoDACsandthree20-bitstereoADCs
•S/PDIFinput/outputinterface
•TwoRealtekRTL8111CPCIExpressGigabitcontrollers
•Supports10Mbps,100Mbpsand1Gbpsdatatransmission
•IEEE 802.3 (10/100Mbps) and IEEE 802.3ab (1Gbps) com-
pliant
•Two SATA ports with independent DMA operation supported
on ports 0 and 2
•Two-mode operation supports legacy mode using I/O space
or an AHCI mode using memory space
•SATA and PATA can be used in a combined function mode
(When SATA is used with PATA, AHCI mode is not support-
ed.)
•BusMasterIDE(PATA)controller
•SupportsuptotwoIDEdevices
•UltraATA100/66/33
•1mini-DIN-6PS/2mouseport
•1mini-DIN-6PS/2keyboardport
•2DB-9serialports
•1DB-15VGAport
•1DVI-Iport(DVI-Dsignalonly)
•2RJ45LANports
•4USB2.0/1.1ports
•Mic-in,line-inandline-out
Specifications

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I/O Connectors
BIOS
Energy Efficient
Design
Damage Free
Intelligence
Temperature
Humidity
PCB
•1CompactFlashsocket
•2connectorsfor4additionalexternalUSB2.0/1.1ports
•2connectorsfor2additionalexternalserialports
•1LVDSLCDpanelconnector
•1LCD/inverterpowerconnector
•1DIOconnector
•1frontaudioconnectorforline-outandmic-injacks
•1CD-ininternalaudioconnector
•1S/PDIFconnector
•2SerialATAconnectors
•140-pinIDEconnector
•120-pinATXpowerconnector
•1frontpanelconnector
•1chassisintrusionconnector
•1fanconnector
•AwardBIOS
•8MbitSPIinterfaceBIOS
•SupportsACPIspecification2.0/1.0
•SupportsACPISTR(SuspendtoRAM)function
•Wake-On-Eventsinclude:
- Wake-On-PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse
- Wake up by PCI card
- PCI Express PME
- USB KB/MS wake up from S3
- Wake-On-Ring
- RTC timer to power-on the system
•EnhancedIntel®SpeedStep Technology
•ACpowerfailurerecovery
•MonitorsCPU/systemtemperatureandoverheatalarm
•Monitors CPU(V)/3.3V/5V/12V/VBAT(V) voltages and failure
alarm
•Monitorssystemfanspeedandfailurealarm
•Readbackcapabilitythatdisplaystemperature,voltageand
fan speed
•Watchdogtimerfunction
•0oC to 60oC
•10%to90%
•6-layers,Mini-ITXformfactor
•17cm(6.7”)x17cm(6.7”)

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Features
Watchdog Timer
The Watchdog Timer function allows your application to regularly “clear” the sys-
tem at the set time interval. If the system hangs or fails to function, it will reset
at the set time interval so that your system will continue to operate.
CompactFlash
The system board is equipped with the CompactFlashTM socket for inserting a
CompactFlashTM card. CompactFlashTM card is a small removable mass storage
device designed with flash technology - a non-volatile storage solution that does
not require a battery to retain data indefinitely. The CompactFlashTM technology
is widely used in products such as portable and desktop computers, digital cam-
eras, handheld data collection scanners, PDAs, Pocket PCs, handy terminals and
personal communicators.
DDR2
DDR2 is a higher performance DDR technology whose data transfer rate delivers
bandwidth of 4.3 GB per second and beyond. That is twice the speed of the con-
ventional DDR without increasing its power consumption. DDR2 SDRAM modules
work at 1.8V supply compared to 2.6V memory voltage for DDR modules. DDR2
also incorporates new innovations such as the On-Die Termination (ODT) as well
as larger 4-bit pre-fetch against DDR which fetches 2 bits per clock cycle.
Graphics
The Intel®945GSE Express Chipset features an integrated 32-bit 3D graphics
engine based on the Intel®Graphics Media Accelerator 950 architecture; deliver-
ing sophisticated graphics for large display applications. Graphics interfaces such
as single-channel SDVO, VGA and dual-channel LVDS support multiple graphics
display options.
PCI Express
PCI Express is a high bandwidth I/O infrastructure that possesses the ability to
scale speeds by forming multiple lanes. The x1 PCI Express lane supports trans-
fer rate of 2.5 Gigabytes (250MBbps) per second which is nearly 4 times faster
than the traditional PCI.
S/PDIF
S/PDIF is a standard audio file transfer format that transfers digital audio sig-
nals to a device without having to be converted first to an analog format. This
prevents the quality of the audio signal from degrading whenever it is converted
to analog. S/PDIF is usually found on digital audio equipment such as a DAT
machine or audio processing device. The S/PDIF connector on the system board
sends surround sound and 3D audio signal outputs to amplifiers and speakers
and to digital recording devices like CD recorders.

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Serial ATA
Serial ATA is a storage interface that is compliant with SATA 1.0a specification.
With speed of up to 150MB/s, it improves hard drive performance faster than the
standard parallel ATA whose data transfer rate is 100MB/s.
Gigabit LAN
The two Realtek RTL8111C PCI Express Gigabit controllers support up to 1Gbps
data transmission.
USB
The system board supports USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports. USB 1.1 supports 12Mb/
second bandwidth while USB 2.0 supports 480Mb/second bandwidth providing a
marked improvement in device transfer speeds between your computer and a
wide range of simultaneously accessible external Plug and Play peripherals.
Wake-On-Ring
This feature allows the system that is in the Suspend mode or Soft Power Off
mode to wake-up/power-on to respond to calls coming from an external modem
or respond to calls from a modem PCI card that uses the PCI PME (Power Man-
agement Event) signal to remotely wake up the PC.
Important:
The 5V_standby power source of your power supply must support
≥720mA.
Wake-On-LAN
This feature allows the network to remotely wake up a Soft Power Down (Soft-
Off) PC. It is supported via the onboard LAN port or via a PCI LAN card that uses
the PCI PME (Power Management Event) signal. However, if your system is in the
Suspend mode, you can power-on the system only through an IRQ or DMA inter-
rupt.
Important:
The 5V_standby power source of your power supply must support
≥720mA.
Wake-On-PS/2
This function allows you to use the PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse to power-on
the system.
Important:
The 5V_standby power source of your power supply must support
≥720mA.

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Wake-On-USB
This function allows you to use a USB keyboard or USB mouse to wake up a sys-
tem from the S3 (STR - Suspend To RAM) state.
Important:
If you are using the Wake-On-USB Keyboard/Mouse function for 2 USB
ports, the 5V_standby power source of your power supply must support
≥1.5A. For 3 or more USB ports, the 5V_standby power source of your
powersupplymustsupport≥2A.
RTC Timer
The RTC installed on the system board allows your system to automatically pow-
er-on on the set date and time.
ACPI STR
The system board is designed to meet the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and
Power Interface) specification. ACPI has energy saving features that enables PCs
to implement Power Management and Plug-and-Play with operating systems that
support OS Direct Power Management. ACPI when enabled in the Power Manage-
ment Setup will allow you to use the Suspend to RAM function.
With the Suspend to RAM function enabled, you can power-off the system at
once by pressing the power button or selecting “Standby” when you shut down
Windows®without having to go through the sometimes tiresome process of
closing files, applications and operating system. This is because the system is
capable of storing all programs and data files during the entire operating session
into RAM (Random Access Memory) when it powers-off. The operating session will
resume exactly where you left off the next time you power-on the system.
Important:
The 5V_standby power source of your power supply must support
≥720mA.
Power Failure Recovery
When power returns after an AC power failure, you may choose to either power-
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System Board Layout
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation
PS/2 Mouse
PS/2 KB
1
COM 4
Standby LED
COM1
COM2
LAN 1
USB 1
USB 0
LAN 2
USB 3
USB 2
Mic-in
Line-in
Line-out
Battery
USB 4-7 power
select (J )P4
1
1
SPI Flash BIOS
1
Realtek
ALC262
1
Front audio
S/PDIF
SATA 0
1
PCI
1
Front panel
1
SATA 2
1
1
DIO
2
19
1
Intel
ICH7M
FDD
1
LVDS LCD
panel
40 39
21
1
PS/2 power
select (J )P1
1
LCD/Inverter
power
Panel power
select ()J13
1
2
5
6
1
1
1
1
Chassis open
PCIE
DDR2 DIMM
COM 3
VGA
DVI-I
USB 6-7
USB 4-5
System fan
DVI-I port
(DVI-D signal
only)
Chrontel
CH7307C
945GSE
Intel
Atom N270
Intel AT Xpower
10 20
111
USB 0-3 power
select (J )P2
Power-on
select ()JP8
CD-in
11
2
91
2
9
CompactFlash
Clear CMOS
(JP5)
CF card setting (JP7)
12
56
COM 3
setting
(JP9)
1
1
2
5
6
COM2 RS232/Power
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Important:
When the Standby LED lit red, it indicates that there is power on the
system board. Power-off the PC then unplug the power cord prior to
installing any devices. Failure to do so will cause severe damage to the
motherboard and components.
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System Memory
Important:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your system board, processor,
disk drives, add-in boards, and other components. Perform the upgrade
instruction procedures described at an ESD workstation only. If such a
station is not available, you can provide some ESD protection by wearing
an antistatic wrist strap and attaching it to a metal part of the system
chassis. If a wrist strap is unavailable, establish and maintain contact
with the system chassis throughout any procedures requiring ESD pro-
tection.
DIMM
Standby LED
The system board supports one 240-pin DDR2 DIMM socket.

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Note:
The system board used in the following illustrations may not resemble
the actual board. These illustrations are for reference only.
Installing the DIM Module
Ejector tab
5. Note how the module is keyed to the socket.
DIMM socket
Ejector tab
Key
Notch
1. Make sure the PC and all other peripheral devices connected to it has been
powered down.
2. Disconnect all power cords and cables.
3. Locate the DDR2 socket on the board.
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7. Seatthe modulevertically, pressingit downrmly until itis completelyseat-
ed in the socket.
6. Grasping the module by its edges, position the module above the socket with
the “notch” in the module aligned with the “key” on the socket. The keying
mechanism ensures the module can be plugged into the socket in only one
way.
8. The ejector tabs at the ends of the socket will automatically snap into the
locked position to hold the module in place.

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Jumper Settings
Clear CMOS Data
If you encounter the following,
a) CMOS data becomes corrupted.
b) You forgot the supervisor or user password.
youcanrecongurethesystemwiththedefaultvaluesstoredintheROMBIOS.
ToloadthedefaultvaluesstoredintheROMBIOS,pleasefollowthestepsbelow.
1. Power-off the system and unplug the power cord.
2. Set JP5 pins 2 and 3 to On. Wait for a few seconds and set JP5 back to its
default setting, pins 1 and 2 On.
3. Now plug the power cord and power-on the system.
JP5
2-3 On:
Clear CMOS Data
1-2 On: Normal
(default)
31 2
31 2

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JP1 is used to select the power of the PS/2 keyboard/mouse port. Selecting
5V_standby will allow you to use the PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse to wake up
the system.
BIOS Setting
Congure the PS/2 keyboard/mouse wake up function in the Integrated Periph-
erals submenu (“Super IO Device” section) of the BIOS. Refer to chapter 3 for
more information.
Important:
The5VSBpowersourceofyourpowersupplymustsupport≥720mA.
PS/2 Power Select
JP1 3
1
2
3
1
2
2-3 On:
5V_standby
1-2 On: 5V
(default)