ICS Aviant BX Socket 370 User manual
The Aviant™ BX Socket 370
Single Board Computer
User’s Guide
Manual PN: 931-0009-02-A
July 2001
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Manual PN: 931-0009-02-A, July 2001
Contents
Preface
How to Use This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Customer Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Advisory Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
When Working Inside a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . . xiv
When Operating a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv
Rack Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Safety Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Regulatory Compliance Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Guarantee and Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii
Return Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix
Limitation of Liability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
System Architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Chapter 2
Hardware Configuration Settings
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
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Chapter 3
System Installation
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Socket 370 Processor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Main Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Flash Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Installing DOC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Installing the Single Board Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
CHIPS 69000 Graphics Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Display Modes Supported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Intel 82559 Fast Ethernet Controller . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Onboard LED Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Watchdog Timer Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Power Switch Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Chapter 4
BIOS Setup Information
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Entering Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
CMOS Setup Reference Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Standard CMOS Setup Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Advanced CMOS Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Advanced Chipset Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Power Management Setup Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Power Management/APM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
PCI/Plug-n-Play Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Peripheral Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
Hardware Monitor Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
BIOS POST Check Point List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
Uncompressed Initialization Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32
Bootblock Recovery Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Uncompressed Initialization Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
Flash BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41
Appendix A
Abbreviations
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Figures
Figure 1-1. Aviant BX Socket 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Figure 2-1. Jumper Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Figure 2-2. Connector Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Figure 3-1. JP3, AT/ATX Power Select, Jumper Pins. . . . 3-11
Figure 3-2. JP3, AT/ATX Power Select, Jumper Pins. . . . 3-12
Preface
Contents
How to Use This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Customer Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Advisory Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
When Working Inside a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . . xiv
When Operating a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv
Rack Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Safety Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Regulatory Compliance Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Guarantee and Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii
Return Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix
Limitation of Liability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
How to Use This Guide ix
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How to Use This Guide
This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation, and
as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
The following is a summary of the chapter contents:
JChapter 1, Introduction, presents the product specifications and
system architecture for the Aviant BX Socket 370 single board
computer.
JChapter 2, Hardware Configuration Settings, shows the
definitions and locations of jumpers and connectors that you can easily
configure for your system.
JChapter 3, System Installation, describes how to properly mount
the CPU, main memory, M-system’s Flash Disk, and the optional flat
panel display interface module for safe installation. It also discusses
the Watchdog Timer function and introduces the graphics controller
driver installation procedure.
JChapter 4, BIOS Setup Information, specifies the meaning of each
setup parameter and describes how to get advanced BIOS performance.
The POST checkpoint list provides a basic troubleshooting guide.
JAppendix A, Abbreviations, provides definitions for the
abbreviations used in this manual.
Note: Additional technical information, BIOS updates, and
drivers are available on the ICS Advent Web site,
www.icsadvent.com, under Support.
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Customer Comments
If you experience any problems with this manual or just want to provide some
feedback, please send us a message using the online form under “Contact Us” on
our Web site (www.icsadvent.com) under “Technical Support.” Detail any errors
you find. We will correct the errors or problems as soon as possible and post the
revised manual in our online Support Library. Thank you.
Note: You may also use the online form on our Web site to
submit comments or concerns about our products, or request
technical support.
Advisory Conventions xi
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Advisory Conventions
Three types of advisories are used throughout the manuals to provide helpful
information or to alert you to the potential for hardware damage or personal
injury. They are Notes, Cautions, and Warnings. The following is an example of
each type of advisory. Use caution when servicing any electrical component.
.
Disclaimer: We have tried to identify all situations that may pose a warning or
caution condition in this manual. However, ICS Advent does not claim to have
covered all situations that might require the use of a Caution or Warning.
Note: A Note indicates information that will help you make
better use of the system.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware
and tells you how to avoid the problem.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates the potential for bodily harm
and tells you how to avoid the problem.
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Safety Instructions
Before handling the Aviant BX Socket 370, read the following instructions and
safety guidelines to prevent damage to the product and to ensure your own
personal safety. Refer to the “Advisories” section for advisory conventions used in
this manual, including the distinction between Warnings, Cautions, and Notes.
JAlways use caution when handling/operating the computer. Only
qualified, experienced, authorized electronics service personnel should
access the interior of the computer. The power supplies produce high
voltages and energy hazards, which can cause bodily harm.
JUse extreme caution when installing or removing components. Refer to
the installation instructions in this manual for precautions and
procedures. If you have any questions, please contact ICS Advent
Post-Sales Technical Support.
When Working Inside a Computer
Before taking covers off a computer, perform the following steps:
1) Turn off the computer and any peripherals.
2) Disconnect the computer and peripherals from their power sources to
prevent electric shock or system board damage.
WARNING
High voltages are present inside the chassis when the
unit’s power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Turn off system power, turn off the power supply, and
then disconnect the power cord from its source before
removing the chassis cover. Turning off the system
power switch does not remove power to components.
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3) Follow the guidelines provided in “Protecting Against Electrostatic
Discharge” on the following page.
4) Disconnect any telephone or telecommunications lines from the computer.
In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate:
JTo help avoid possible damage to system boards, wait five seconds after
turning off the computer before removing a component, removing a
system board, or disconnecting a peripheral device from the computer.
JWhen you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief
loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking
tabs. If you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking
tabs before disconnecting the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep
them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before
connecting a cable, make sure both connectors are correctly oriented
and aligned.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to service the system yourself except as
explained in this manual. Follow installation and
troubleshooting instructions closely.
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Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can harm system boards. Perform service at an ESD workstation
and follow proper ESD procedure to reduce the risk of damage to components.
ICS Advent strongly encourages you to follow proper ESD procedure, which can
include wrist straps and smocks, when servicing equipment.
You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD):
JWhen unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton,
do not remove the component’s antistatic packing material until you
are ready to install the component in a computer. Just before
unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure you are at an ESD
workstation or grounded.
JWhen transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic
container or packaging.
JHandle all sensitive components at an ESD workstation. If possible,
use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads.
JHandle components and boards with care. Don’t touch the components
or contacts on a board. Hold a board by its edges or by its metal
mounting bracket.
Safety Instructions xv
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When Operating a Computer
When operating a computer, observe the following operating guidelines:
JTo help prevent electric shock, plug computer power cables into
properly grounded power sources. Use cables equipped with
three-prong plugs to ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter
plugs or remove the grounding prong from the cable.
JBe sure nothing rests on chassis cables and that cables are not located
where they can be stepped on or tripped over.
JKeep objects out of chassis openings. This can cause fire or electric
shock by shorting out interior components.
JKeep chassis away from radiators and heat sources. Do not block
cooling vents or place chassis in a closed-in wall unit.
JTo help protect chassis from sudden, transient increases and decreases
in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or
uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
JConsideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the
supply circuit and the effect that circuit overloading might have on
overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this
concern.
JThe ambient temperature within the rack may be greater than room
ambient temperature. Installation should be such that the amount of
air flow required for safe operation is not compromised. Consideration
should be given to the maximum rated ambient temperature.
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Rack Stability
Installation should be such that a hazardous stability condition is not achieved due
to uneven loading. The chassis should be secured to the rack frame with retaining
screws when it is slid in the rack. This will prevent the chassis from sliding
forward on the slide rails if the cabinet is tilted or vibrated, resulting in possible
mechanical or electrical damage to the system or injury to personnel.
Safety Standards
The product(s) described in this manual has met the safety
requirements of Underwriters Laboratories (UL) for the US and
Canadian market based on UL’s published Standards for Safety.
WARNING
There is a real danger of a rack toppling if a heavy
chassis is extended on its slide rails from the rack. ICS
Advent strongly recommends you anchor the mounting
rack to the floor or wall to prevent this from
happening.
Regulatory Compliance Statements xvii
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Regulatory Compliance Statements
This section provides the FCC compliance statement for Class A devices and
describes how to keep the system CE compliant.
FCC Compliance Statement for Class A Devices
The product(s) described in this manual 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 radiates radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, 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 or her own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
CE Certification
The product(s) described in this manual complies with all applicable
European Union (CE) directives. For computer systems to remain CE
compliant, only CE-compliant parts may be used. Maintaining CE
compliance also requires proper cable and cabling techniques. Although ICS
Advent offers accessories, the customer must ensure that these products are
installed with proper shielding to maintain CE compliance. ICS Advent does not
offer engineering services for designing cabling systems. In addition, ICS Advent
will not retest or recertify systems or components that have been reconfigured by
customers.
Note: The assembler of a personal computer system may be
required to test the system and/or make necessary
modifications if a system is found to cause harmful interference
or to be noncompliant with the appropriate standards for its
intended use.
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Guarantee and Warranty Policy
Guarantee
A thirty day money-back guarantee is provided on all standard products sold.
Special order products are covered by our Limited Warranty, however they may not
be returned for refund or credit. EPROMs, RAM, Flash EPROMs or other forms of
solid electronic media are not returnable for credit - but for replacement only. An
extended warranty is available. Consult the factory.
Refunds
In order to receive a refund on a product for the purchase price, the product must
not have been damaged by the customer or by the common carrier chosen by the
customer to return the goods and the product must be returned complete (meaning
all manuals, software, cables, etc.) within 30 days of receipt and in an as-new and
resalable condition. The “Return Procedure” must be followed to assure a prompt
refund.
Restocking Charges
Product returned after 30 days, and before 60 days, of the purchase will be subject
to a minimum 20% restocking charge and charges for any damaged or missing
parts. Products not returned within 60 days of purchase, or products which are not
in an as-new and resaleable condition, are not eligible for a credit return and will
be returned to the customer.
Limited Warranty
Effective April 1, 1998, all products carry a 2-year limited warranty. Within
2 years of purchase, ICS Advent will repair or replace, at our option, any defective
product. ICS Advent will service the warranty for all standard catalog products for
the first two years from the date of shipment. Please note: The 2-year warranty
may not apply to special promotion items. Please consult the factory for warranty
verification.
Guarantee and Warranty Policy xix
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The limited warranty is void if the product has been subjected to alteration,
neglect, misuse, or abuse; if any repairs have been attempted by anyone other than
ICS Advent or its authorized agent; or if the failure is caused by accident, acts of
God, or other causes beyond the control of ICS Advent or the manufacturer.
Neglect, misuse, and abuse shall include any installation, operation, or
maintenance of the product other than in accordance with the user’s manual.
No agent, dealer, distributor, service company, or other party is authorized to
change, modify, or extend the terms of this Limited Warranty in any manner
whatsoever. ICS Advent reserves the right to make changes or improvements in
any product without incurring any obligation to similarly alter products previously
purchased.
Return Procedure
For any Guarantee or Limited Warranty return, please contact ICS Advent
Customer Service at 800-480-0044 or 858-677-0877 and obtain a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) Number. All product(s) returned to ICS Advent for service or
credit must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization (RMA) Number.
Freight on all returned items must be prepaid by the customer who is responsible
for any loss or damage caused by common carrier in transit. Returns for Warranty
must include a Failure Report for each unit, by serial number(s), as well as a copy
of the original invoice showing the date of purchase.
To reduce risk of damage, returns of product must be in an ICS Advent shipping
container. If the original container has been lost or damaged, new shipping
containers may be obtained from ICS Advent Customer Service at a nominal cost.
ICS Advent owns all parts removed from repaired products. ICS Advent uses new
and reconditioned parts made by various manufacturers in performing warranty
repairs and building replacement products. If ICS Advent repairs or replaces a
product, its warranty term is not extended.
ICS Advent will normally return your replacement or repaired items via Second
Day Air. Overnight delivery or delivery via other carriers is available at an
additional charge.
Shipments not in compliance with this Guarantee and Limited Warranty Return
Policy will not be accepted by ICS Advent.
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Limitation of Liability
In no event shall ICS Advent be liable for any defect in hardware, software, loss, or
inadequacy of data of any kind, or for any direct, indirect, incidental, or
consequential damages in connection with or arising out of the performance or use
of any product furnished hereunder. ICS Advent’s liability shall in no event exceed
the purchase price of the product purchased hereunder. The foregoing limitation of
liability shall be equally applicable to any service provided by ICS Advent or its
authorized agent.
Some sales items and customized systems are not subject to the guarantee and
limited warranty. However in these instances, any deviations will be disclosed
prior to sales and noted in the original invoice. ICS Advent reserves the right
to refuse returns or credits on software or special order items.
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