IEI Technology NANO-LX2 User manual

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Revision
Date Version Changes
May, 2008 1.00 Initial release

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Copyright
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of the manufacturer.
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Manual Conventions
WARNING!
Warnings appear where overlooked details may cause damage to the equipment or result
in personal injury. Warnings should be taken seriously. Warnings are easy to recognize.
The word “warning” is written as “WARNING,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by
text. The text is the warning message. A warning message is shown below:
WARNING:
This is an example of a warning message. Failure to adhere to warning
messages may result in permanent damage to the NANO-LX2 or
personal injury to the user. Please take warning messages seriously.
CAUTION!
Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help reduce the chance of losing data or
damaging the NANO-LX2. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written
as “CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed. The text is the cautionary
message. A caution message is shown below:
CAUTION:
This is an example of a caution message. Failure to adhere to cautions
messages may result in permanent damage to the NANO-LX2. Please
take caution messages seriously.

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NOTE:
These messages inform the reader of essential but non-critical information. These
messages should be read carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can
help avoid making mistakes. Notes are easy to recognize. The word “note” is written as
“NOTE,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by text. The text is the cautionary
message. A note message is shown below:
NOTE:
This is an example of a note message. Notes should always be read.
Notes contain critical information about the NANO-LX2. Please take
note messages seriously.

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Packing List
NOTE:
If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing,
please do not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or
vendor you purchased the NANO-LX2 from or contact an IEI sales
representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative, please
send an email to [email protected].
The items listed below should all be included in the NANO-LX2 package.
 1 x NANO-LX2 single board computer
 1 x 44-pin IDE cable
 1 x Audio cable
 1 x Dual port USB cable
 1 x Mini jumper pack
 1 x Utility CD
 1 x QIG (quick installation guide)
Images of the above items are shown in Chapter 3.

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 NANO-LX2 CPU BOARD OVERVIEW ....................................................................... 2
1.1.1 Applications ....................................................................................................... 2
1.1.2 Benefits............................................................................................................... 2
1.1.3 Features ............................................................................................................. 3
1.2 NANO-LX2 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................ 4
1.2.1 NANO-LX2 CPU Board Connectors.................................................................. 5
1.2.2 Technical Specifications: ................................................................................... 6
2 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................. 9
2.1 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 10
2.2 DIMENSIONS ............................................................................................................ 10
2.2.1 Board Dimensions............................................................................................ 10
2.2.2 External Interface Panel Dimensions.............................................................. 10
2.3 DATA FLOW...............................................................................................................11
2.4 AMD GEODE™ LX 800 CPU SUPPORT .................................................................. 12
2.4.1 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500 MHz Overview..................................................... 12
2.4.2 AMD Geode™ LX 800 Memory Support......................................................... 13
2.4.3 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500 MHz Display Support.......................................... 13
2.4.4 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500 MHz Graphics processor..................................... 14
2.4.5 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500 MHz Power Management.................................... 15
2.5 AMD GEODE™ CS5536 SYSTEM CHIPSET ............................................................. 15
2.5.1 GeodeLink™ PCI Bridge Overview ................................................................ 16
2.5.2 10/100M Ethernet ............................................................................................ 16
2.5.3 AMD Geode™ CS5536 ATA-6 Controller....................................................... 18
2.5.4 AMD Geode™ CS5536 Audio Codec 97 (AC’97) Controller ......................... 19
2.5.5 AMD Geode™ CS5536 Flash Interface .......................................................... 22
2.5.6 AMD Geode™ CS5536 USB Controller.......................................................... 22
2.5.7 AMD Geode™ CS5536 Real Time Clock......................................................... 23
2.6 LPC BUS COMPONENTS........................................................................................... 23
2.6.1 LPC Bus Overview........................................................................................... 23

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2.6.2 BIOS................................................................................................................. 24
2.6.3 Winbond W83627HG Super I/O chipset .......................................................... 24
2.6.3.1 Super I/O LPC Interface ........................................................................... 25
2.6.3.2 Super I/O UART Controller...................................................................... 26
2.6.3.3 Super I/O Hardware Monitor Functions ................................................... 26
2.6.3.4 Super I/O Keyboard and Mouse Controller .............................................. 26
2.6.3.5 Super I/O GPIO Ports ............................................................................... 27
2.7 ENVIRONMENTAL AND POWER SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 27
2.7.1 System Monitoring ........................................................................................... 27
2.7.2 Power Consumption......................................................................................... 27
3 UNPACKING............................................................................................................... 29
3.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 30
3.2 UNPACKING.............................................................................................................. 30
3.2.1 Unpacking Precautions.................................................................................... 30
3.3 UNPACKING CHECKLIST ........................................................................................... 31
3.3.1 Package Contents............................................................................................. 31
3.3.2 Optional Items.................................................................................................. 32
4 CONNECTOR PINOUTS........................................................................................... 33
4.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS .................................................................... 34
4.1.1 NANO-LX2 Layout........................................................................................... 34
4.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors ..................................................................... 35
4.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors............................................................... 36
4.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS...................................................................... 36
4.2.1 Audio Connector .............................................................................................. 36
4.2.2 CD In Connector.............................................................................................. 37
4.2.3 CompactFlash® Socket.................................................................................... 38
4.2.4 Digital I/O Connector...................................................................................... 40
4.2.5 IDE Connector................................................................................................. 41
4.2.6 Mini PCI Slot ................................................................................................... 43
4.2.7 Power and HDD LED Connector.................................................................... 47
4.2.8 Power Button Connector.................................................................................. 48
4.2.9 Reset Button Connector ................................................................................... 49
4.2.10 USB Connectors............................................................................................. 49

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4.3 EXTERNAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS....................................................................... 50
4.3.1 Ethernet Connector.......................................................................................... 51
4.3.2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector ..................................................................... 52
4.3.3 Power Input Connector.................................................................................... 53
4.3.4 Serial Port Connector...................................................................................... 53
4.3.5 USB Ports......................................................................................................... 54
4.3.6 VGA Connector................................................................................................ 55
5 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 57
5.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 58
5.2 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................................. 59
5.2.1 Installation Notices.......................................................................................... 59
5.2.2 Installation Checklist....................................................................................... 60
5.2.3 SO-DIMM Installation..................................................................................... 61
5.2.4 CF Card Installation........................................................................................ 62
5.3 JUMPER SETTINGS.................................................................................................... 63
5.3.1 AT/ATX Power Mode ....................................................................................... 64
5.3.2 CompactFlash®Master/Slave.......................................................................... 65
5.4 CHASSIS INSTALLATION ........................................................................................... 66
5.4.1 Airflow.............................................................................................................. 66
5.4.2 NANO-LX2 Installation ................................................................................... 66
5.5 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL DEVICE CONNECTIONS........................................................ 66
5.5.1 ATA Flat Cable Connection ............................................................................. 66
5.5.2 USB Cable........................................................................................................ 68
5.5.3 Audio Kit Installation....................................................................................... 69
5.6 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTION ................................................... 70
5.6.1 Keyboard and Mouse....................................................................................... 70
5.6.2 LAN.................................................................................................................. 71
5.6.3 Serial Device.................................................................................................... 72
5.6.4 USB.................................................................................................................. 73
5.6.5 VGA Monitor.................................................................................................... 74
6 BIOS SETUP................................................................................................................ 77
6.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 78
6.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 78

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6.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 78
6.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 79
6.1.4 Unable to Reboot After Configuration Changes.............................................. 79
6.1.5 Main BIOS Menu ............................................................................................. 79
6.2 STANDARD CMOS FEATURES.................................................................................. 82
6.2.1 IDE Primary Master/Slave .............................................................................. 84
6.3 ADVANCED BIOS FEATURES.................................................................................... 87
6.4 ADVANCED CHIPSET FEATURES................................................................................ 93
6.5 INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS ...................................................................................... 95
6.6 POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP.................................................................................. 97
6.7 PNP/PCI CONFIGURATIONS ..................................................................................... 99
6.8 PC HEALTH STATUS ............................................................................................... 103
7 SOFTWARE DRIVERS............................................................................................ 105
7.1 AVAILABLE SOFTWARE DRIVERS ............................................................................ 106
7.2 OPEN THE DEVICE MANAGER IN WINDOWS ........................................................... 106
7.3 VGA DRIVER INSTALLATION ..................................................................................111
7.4 AUDIO DRIVER INSTALLATION ................................................................................118
7.5 LAN DRIVER ......................................................................................................... 125
A BIOS OPTIONS........................................................................................................ 129
B TERMINOLOGY...................................................................................................... 133
C DIGITAL I/O INTERFACE..................................................................................... 137
C.1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................... 138
C.2 DIO CONNECTOR PINOUTS ................................................................................... 138
C.3 ASSEMBLY LANGUAGE SAMPLES........................................................................... 139
C.3.1 Enable the DIO Input Function..................................................................... 139
C.3.2 Enable the DIO Output Function.................................................................. 139
D WATCHDOG TIMER .............................................................................................. 141
E ADDRESS MAPPING .............................................................................................. 145
E.1 IO ADDRESS MAP.................................................................................................. 146
E.2 1ST MB MEMORY ADDRESS MAP........................................................................... 147
E.3 IRQ MAPPING TABLE ............................................................................................ 147
E.4 DMA CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS ............................................................................. 148