IEI Technology PICOe-9452 User manual

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Rev. 2.10 – 4 March 2010

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Revision
Date Version Changes
2010-03-04 2.10 Bug fixes
2008-08-12 2.00 Northbridge changed from Intel® 945GM to Intel® 945GME
18-bit and 24-bit LVDS supported with 24-bit LVDS a customized option
PS/2 wake-up function added to the BIOS
PS/2 connector added to the external peripheral interface connector panel
TV-OUT function is now an onboard 6-pin (2x3) header
2007-10-16 1.12 Removed all RAID functionality from the manual
Added “Appendix A: Terminology”
2007-10-16 1.11 Correct CF Card Setup jumper specifications from v1.10 (J_CF1)
2007-04-02 1.10 Added JP1, PCIe Interface Setup jumper (modified v1.0)
2007-10-16 1. 01 Correct CF Card Setup jumper specifications from v1.0 (J_CF1)
2007-04-02 1.0 Initially released as PICOe-9452_UMN_v1.0

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Copyright
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improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part
of the manufacturer.
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
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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 PICOe-9452 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 PICOe-9452. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written
as “CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed. The italicized text is the
cautionary message.Acaution message is shown below:

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CAUTION:
This is an example of a caution message. Failure to adhere to cautions
messages may result in permanent damage to the PICOe-9452.
Please take caution messages seriously.
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 PICOe-9452. 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 PICOe-9452 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 PICOe-9452 package.
1 x PICOe-9452 single board computer
1 x IDE cable
1 x KB/MS PS/2 Y-cable
1 x SATA power cable
2 x SATA cables
1 x Dual RS-232 cable
1 x Dual 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
1INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................... 1
1.1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................... 3
1.1.1 PICOe-9452 Benefits......................................................................................... 3
1.1.2 PICOe-9452 Features........................................................................................ 4
1.2 PICOE-9452 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................ 4
1.2.1 PICOe-9452 Overview Photo............................................................................ 4
1.2.2 PICOe-9452 Peripheral Connectors and Jumpers............................................ 6
1.2.3 Technical Specifications..................................................................................... 7
2DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................... 10
2.1 OVERVIEW................................................................................................................ 12
2.2 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................. 12
2.2.1 Board Dimensions............................................................................................ 12
2.2.2 External Interface Panel Dimensions.............................................................. 13
2.3 DATA FLOW.............................................................................................................. 14
2.4 COMPATIBLE PROCESSORS ....................................................................................... 16
2.4.1 Compatible Processor Overview ..................................................................... 16
2.4.2 Supported Processors ...................................................................................... 16
2.5 INTEL®945GME NORTHBRIDGE CHIPSET................................................................ 17
2.5.1 Intel®945GME Overview................................................................................ 17
2.5.2 Intel®945GME Memory Support..................................................................... 18
2.5.3 Intel®945GME PCIe x1 Bus: PCIe GbE Ethernet Controller........................ 19
2.5.4 Intel®945GME Integrated Graphics............................................................... 20
2.5.4.1 Intel®945GME Analog CRT Support....................................................... 20
2.5.4.2 Intel®945GME LVDS Support................................................................. 21
2.5.4.3 Intel®945GME TV Out Support .............................................................. 21
2.5.5 Intel®945GME Direct Media Interface (DMI)................................................ 22
2.6 INTEL®ICH7-M SOUTHBRIDGE CHIPSET................................................................. 22
2.6.1 Intel®ICH7-M Overview ................................................................................. 22
2.6.2 Intel®ICH7-M Audio Codec ’97 Controller.................................................... 23
2.6.3 Intel®ICH7-M Ethernet Connection ............................................................... 23

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2.6.4 Intel®ICH7-M IDE Interface........................................................................... 24
2.6.5 Intel®ICH7-M Low Pin Count (LPC) Interface.............................................. 25
2.6.6 Intel®ICH7-M PCI Interface........................................................................... 25
2.6.7 Intel®ICH7-M PCIe x4 Bus............................................................................. 26
2.6.8 Intel®ICH7-M Real Time Clock ...................................................................... 27
2.6.9 Intel®ICH7-M SATA Controller ...................................................................... 27
2.6.10 Intel®ICH7-M USB Controller...................................................................... 28
2.7 LPC BUS COMPONENTS ........................................................................................... 29
2.7.1 LPC Bus Overview........................................................................................... 29
2.7.2 BIOS Chipset.................................................................................................... 30
2.7.3 Super I/O chipset.............................................................................................. 30
2.7.3.1 Super I/O LPC Interface ........................................................................... 31
2.7.3.2 Super I/O 16C550 UARTs ........................................................................ 31
2.7.3.3 Super I/O Enhanced Hardware Monitor................................................... 31
2.7.3.4 Super I/O Fan Speed Controller................................................................ 32
2.7.3.5 Super I/O Parallel Port.............................................................................. 32
2.7.3.6 Super I/O Keyboard/Mouse Controller..................................................... 32
2.8 ETHERNET LAN CONTROLLERS............................................................................... 32
2.8.1 Ethernet LAN Controllers Overview................................................................ 32
2.8.2 Intel® PC82573V PCIe GbE Ethernet Controller........................................... 33
2.8.2.1 Intel® PC82573V Overview..................................................................... 33
2.8.3 Intel® EP82562ET PCIe GbE Ethernet Controller......................................... 34
2.8.3.1 Intel® EP82562ET Overview................................................................... 34
2.8.3.2 Intel® EP82562ET Ethernet Controller.................................................... 34
2.9 ENVIRONMENTALAND POWER SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 34
2.9.1 System Monitoring ........................................................................................... 34
2.9.2 Operating Temperature and Temperature Control........................................... 36
2.9.3 Power Consumption......................................................................................... 36
2.10 EXPANSION OPTIONS.............................................................................................. 36
2.10.1 Expansion Options Overview......................................................................... 36
2.10.2 IEI Expansion PICOe Backplanes................................................................. 36
2.10.3 IEI Chassis..................................................................................................... 37
3UNPACKING.......................................................................................................... 39
3.1ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 41

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3.2 UNPACKING.............................................................................................................. 41
3.2.1 Unpacking Precautions.................................................................................... 41
3.3 UNPACKING CHECKLIST ........................................................................................... 42
3.3.1 Package Contents............................................................................................. 42
3.3.2 Optional Items.................................................................................................. 44
4CONNECTOR PINOUTS...................................................................................... 46
4.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 48
4.1.1 PICOe-9452 Layout......................................................................................... 48
4.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors ..................................................................... 49
4.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors............................................................... 50
4.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS...................................................................... 51
4.2.1 +12V ATX Power Supply Connector ............................................................... 51
4.2.2 Audio Connector (9-pin).................................................................................. 52
4.2.3 Backlight Inverter Connector .......................................................................... 53
4.2.4 Backplane to Mainboard Connector................................................................ 54
4.2.5 Compact Flash Socket...................................................................................... 55
4.2.6 Digital Input/Output (DIO) Connector............................................................ 57
4.2.7 Fan Connector (+12V) .................................................................................... 58
4.2.8 Front Panel Connector (8-pin)........................................................................ 59
4.2.9 IDE Connector (44-pin)................................................................................... 60
4.2.10 Infrared Interface Connector (5-pin)............................................................. 62
4.2.11 Keyboard/Mouse Connector........................................................................... 63
4.2.12 LVDS LCD Connector ................................................................................... 64
4.2.13 Parallel Port Connector ................................................................................ 65
4.2.14 SATA Drive Connectors ................................................................................. 66
4.2.15 Serial Port Connector (COM1 and COM2)................................................... 68
4.2.16 TV Out Connector.......................................................................................... 69
4.2.17 USB Connectors (Internal)............................................................................ 70
4.3 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTOR PANEL ......................................... 71
4.3.1 LAN Connectors............................................................................................... 71
4.3.2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector ............................................................................ 72
4.3.3 USB Connector ................................................................................................ 73
4.3.4 VGA Connector................................................................................................ 74
5INSTALLATION .................................................................................................... 76

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5.1ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 78
5.2 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS.............................................................................. 79
5.2.1 Installation Notices.......................................................................................... 79
5.2.2 Installation Checklist....................................................................................... 80
5.3 CPU, CPU COOLING KIT AND DIMM INSTALLATION .............................................. 81
5.3.1 Socket M CPU Installation .............................................................................. 81
5.3.2 Cooling Kit CF-479B-RS Installation.............................................................. 84
5.3.3 DIMM Installation........................................................................................... 86
5.3.4 CF Card Installation........................................................................................ 87
5.4 JUMPER SETTINGS .................................................................................................... 88
5.4.1 CF Card Setup ................................................................................................. 89
5.4.2 Clear CMOS Jumper........................................................................................ 90
5.4.3 LVDS Voltage Selection.................................................................................... 91
5.4.4 PCIe Interface Setup........................................................................................ 92
5.5 CHASSIS INSTALLATION............................................................................................ 93
5.5.1 Airflow.............................................................................................................. 93
5.6 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL DEVICE CONNECTIONS........................................................ 94
5.6.1 Peripheral Device Cables................................................................................ 94
5.6.2 IDE Cable Connection..................................................................................... 95
5.6.3 5.1 Channel Audio Kit Installation.................................................................. 96
5.6.4 7.1 Channel Audio Kit Installation.................................................................. 97
5.6.5 Keyboard and Mouse PS/2 Cable with Bracket............................................... 99
5.6.6 Parallel Port Cable without Bracket ............................................................. 101
5.6.7 Dual RS-232 Cable with Slot Bracket............................................................ 103
5.6.8 SATA Drive Connection ................................................................................. 104
5.6.9 USB Cable (Dual Port) with Slot Bracket ..................................................... 105
5.7 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTION ................................................. 107
5.7.1 LAN Connection (Single Connector)............................................................. 107
5.7.2 S-video Cable Connection.............................................................................. 108
5.7.3 USB Device Connection (Single Connector)................................................. 109
5.7.4 VGA Monitor Connection ...............................................................................110
6AMI BIOS...............................................................................................................112
6.1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................114
6.1.1 Starting Setup..................................................................................................114