Intel ESM-APLC User manual

Part No. E2047288500R
ESM-APLC
Intel® Celeron® / Pentium® SoC Processor Type 6 COMe
Compact Module
User’s Manual
1st Ed –28 July 2017
Copyright Notice
Copyright 2017 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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FCC Statement
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 FCC RULES. OPERATION IS
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE.
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
THIS EQUIPMENT 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 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 AT HIS OWN EXPENSE.
Notice
This guide is designed for experienced users to setup the system within the shortest time.
For detailed information, please always refer to the electronic user’s manual.
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purposes only. We make no representation or warranty that such application will be
suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification.
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DEVICES OR SYSTEMS WITHOUT THE PRIOR WRITTEN APPROVAL.
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surgical implant into body, or (b) support or sustain life and whose failure to perform,
when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labeling, can
be reasonably expected to result in significant injury to the user.
2. A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose
failure to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life
support device or system, or to affect its safety or effectiveness.
A Message to the Customer
Customer Services
Each product is built to the most exacting specifications to ensure reliable
performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of industrial
environments. Whether your new device is destined for the laboratory or the factory floor,
you can be assured that your product will provide the reliability and ease of operation.
Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to our customer services. To
ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instructions below
carefully.
Technical Support
We want you to get the maximum performance from your products. So if you run into
technical difficulties, we are here to help. For the most frequently asked questions, you can
easily find answers in your product documentation. These answers are normally a lot more
detailed than the ones we can give over the phone. So please consult the user’s manual
first.

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CONTENT
1. Getting Started............................................................................................................7
1.1 Safety Precautions....................................................................................................7
1.2 Packing List...............................................................................................................7
1.3 Document Amendment History .................................................................................8
1.4 Manual Objectives.....................................................................................................9
1.5 System Specifications.............................................................................................10
1.6 Architecture Overview—Block Diagram..................................................................12
2. Hardware Configuration...........................................................................................13
2.1 Product Overview....................................................................................................14
2.2 Installation Procedure .............................................................................................15
2.2.1 Main Memory.................................................................................................................................. 16
2.3 Connector List.........................................................................................................18
2.4 Setting Jumpers & Connectors ...............................................................................19
2.4.1 AT/ATX mode selector (SW1)........................................................................................................ 19
2.4.1.1 Signal Description –AT/ATX mode selection......................................................................... 19
2.4.2 COM Express Connector 1 (CN1A) ............................................................................................... 20
2.4.2.1 Signal Description –COM Express Connector 1 (CN1A)........................................................... 24
2.4.2.1.1 Audio Signals....................................................................................................................... 24
2.4.2.1.2 Gigabit Ethernet Signals ................................................................................................... 24
2.4.2.1.3 PCI Express Signals.......................................................................................................... 24
2.4.2.1.4 Flat Panel LVDS Signals................................................................................................... 25
2.4.2.1.5 LPC Signals....................................................................................................................... 25
2.4.2.1.6 Miscellaneous Signals....................................................................................................... 25
2.4.2.1.7 GPIO Signals..................................................................................................................... 25
2.4.2.1.8 Power Signals ................................................................................................................... 26
2.4.2.1.9 Power & System Management Signals............................................................................. 26
2.4.2.1.10 SATA Signals................................................................................................................... 27
2.4.2.1.11 VGA Signals..................................................................................................................... 27
2.4.2.1.12 USB Signals..................................................................................................................... 27
2.4.2.1.13 I2C Signals....................................................................................................................... 27
2.4.2.1.14 COM.0 Pins Signals....................................................................................................... 27
2.4.3 COM Express Connector 2 (CN1B) ............................................................................................... 28
2.4.3.1 Signal Description –COM Express Connector 2 (CN1B)........................................................... 32
2.4.3.1.1 USB3.0 Signals ................................................................................................................... 32

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2.4.3.1.2 DDI Signals.......................................................................................................................... 32
2.5 Installing COMe Module + Heatsink / Heat spreader & Carrier board.....................33
2.6 Installing COMe Module & Carrier board ................................................................34
3.BIOS Setup....................................................................................................................35
3.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................36
3.2 Starting Setup .........................................................................................................36
3.3 Using Setup ............................................................................................................37
3.4 Getting Help............................................................................................................38
3.5 In Case of Problems................................................................................................38
3.6 BIOS setup..............................................................................................................39
3.6.1 Main Menu...................................................................................................................................... 39
3.6.1.1 System Language.................................................................................................................. 40
3.6.1.2 System Date.......................................................................................................................... 40
3.6.1.3 System Time.......................................................................................................................... 40
3.6.2 Advanced Menu ............................................................................................................................. 40
3.6.2.1 Trusted Computing................................................................................................................ 41
3.6.2.2 APCI Settings ........................................................................................................................ 41
3.6.2.3 SMART Settings.................................................................................................................... 42
3.6.2.4 NCT6106D Super IO Configuration....................................................................................... 43
3.6.2.4.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration .................................................................................................... 44
3.6.2.4.2 Serial Port 2 Configuration .................................................................................................... 44
3.6.2.4.3 Parallel Port Configuration..................................................................................................... 45
3.6.2.5 H/W Monitor........................................................................................................................... 46
3.6.2.6 IT8528SEC Super IO Configuration...................................................................................... 47
3.6.2.6.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration .................................................................................................... 47
3.6.2.6.2 Serial Port 2 Configuration .................................................................................................... 48
3.6.2.7 Serial Port Console Redirection ............................................................................................ 48
3.6.2.7.1 COM0 .................................................................................................................................... 49
3.6.2.7.2 Legacy Console Redirection Settings ................................................................................... 50
3.6.2.7.3 Console Redirection Settings ................................................................................................ 51
3.6.2.8 CPU Configuration................................................................................................................. 52
3.6.2.8.1 Socket 0 CPU Information..................................................................................................... 53
3.6.2.8.2 CPU Power Management Configuration ............................................................................... 53
3.6.2.9 Network Stack Configuration................................................................................................. 54
3.6.2.10 CSM Configuration ................................................................................................................ 56
3.6.2.11 USB Configuration................................................................................................................. 58
3.6.2.12 Security Configuration ........................................................................................................... 59
3.6.3 Chipset.......................................................................................................................................... 60
3.6.3.1 North Bridge........................................................................................................................... 60
3.6.3.2 South Bridge.......................................................................................................................... 61

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3.6.3.3 Uncore Configuration............................................................................................................. 62
3.6.3.4 South Cluster Configuration .................................................................................................. 63
3.6.3.4.1 HD-Audio Configuration........................................................................................................... 64
3.6.3.4.2 PCI Express Configuration ...................................................................................................... 64
3.6.3.4.2.1 PCI Express Root Port (RTL8111) ....................................................................................... 65
3.6.3.4.2.2 PCI Express Root Port 4....................................................................................................... 66
3.6.3.4.2.3 PCI Express Root Port 5....................................................................................................... 67
3.6.3.4.2.4 PCI Express Root Port 6(i211) ............................................................................................. 68
3.6.3.4.3 SATA Drivers ........................................................................................................................... 69
3.6.3.4.4 SCC Configuration................................................................................................................... 70
3.6.3.4.4 USB Configuration ................................................................................................................... 70
3.6.4 Security......................................................................................................................................... 71
3.6.4.1 Secure Boot........................................................................................................................... 72
3.6.4.1.1 Key Management..................................................................................................................... 73
3.6.5 Boot .............................................................................................................................................. 73
3.6.6 Save and exit................................................................................................................................ 74
3.6.6.1 Save Changes and Reset...................................................................................................... 74
3.6.6.2 Discard Changes and Reset.................................................................................................. 74
3.6.6.3 Restore Defaults.................................................................................................................... 74
3.6.6.4 Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device .............................................................................. 74
4. Drivers Installation.......................................................................................................75
4.1 Install Chipset Driver...............................................................................................76
4.2 Install TXE Driver....................................................................................................77
4.3 Install VGA Driver....................................................................................................78
4.4 Install Audio Driver..................................................................................................79
4.5 Install Serial IO Driver.............................................................................................80
4.6 Install Ethernet Driver..............................................................................................81
5. Mechanical Drawing ....................................................................................................83

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1. Getting Started
1.1 Safety Precautions
Warning!
Always completely disconnect the power cord from your
chassis whenever you work with the hardware. Do not
make connections while the power is on. Sensitive
electronic components can be damaged by sudden power
surges. Only experienced electronics personnel should
open the PC chassis.
Caution!
Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before
touching the CPU card. Modern electronic devices are very
sensitive to static electric charges. As a safety precaution,
use a grounding wrist strap at all times. Place all electronic
components in a static-dissipative surface or static-shielded
bag when they are not in the chassis.
1.2 Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the
following materials have been shipped:
1 x ESM-APLC COMe Module
1 x Driver/Utility DVD-ROM
1 x Desiccant (5g)
Screws kit:
1) For installing COMe Module + Heatsink / Heat spreader & Carrier
Board
-M2.5-4L Ni * 2pcs
-M2.5-12L Ni * 4pcs
2) For installing COMe Module & Carrier Board
M2.5-6L Ni * 4pcs

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1.3 Document Amendment History
Revision
Date
By
Comment
1st
July 2017
Initial Release

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1.4 Manual Objectives
This manual describes ESM-APLC Single Board in details.
We have tried to include as much information as possible but we have not duplicated
information that is provided in the standard IBM Technical References, unless it proved to
be necessary to aid in the understanding of this board.
We strongly recommend that you study this manual carefully before attempting to set up
ESM-APLC series or change the standard configurations. Whilst all the necessary
information is available in this manual we would recommend that unless you are confident,
you contact your supplier for guidance.
Please be aware that it is possible to create configurations within the NVRAM that make
booting impossible. If this should happen, clear the NVRAM settings, (see the description of
the Jumper Settings for details).
If you have any suggestions or find any errors regarding this manual and want to inform us
of these, please contact our Customer Service department with the relevant details.

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1.5 System Specifications
System
CPU
Onboard Intel® Celeron® N3350 Processor / Pentium® N4200 SoC Processor
Apollo Lake Platform
Celeron® N3350 1.1GHz/6W
Pentium® N4200 1.1GHz/6W
BIOS
AMI uEFI BIOS, 128Mbit SPI Flash ROM
System Chipset
Apollo Lake SoC integrated
I/O Chip
ITE IT8528VG
System Memory
1 Sockets 204-pin, SO-DIMM up to 8GB DDR3L 1866 SDRAM
TPM
TPM 2.0 NuvoTon NPCT650AAAWX (Optional)
Watchdog Timer
H/W Reset, 1sec. ~ 65535sec. and 1sec./step
EEPROM
Support SPI BIOS EEPROM
H/W Status Monitor
Monitoring System Temperature, Voltage and FAN Status
Expansion
3 Ports (optional 4 PCIex1 or 1 PCIex4 while removing Ethernet), compliant to
PCIe Gen2 5.0 GT/s
I/O
SATA
2 x SATA Gen3 (6GB/s)
USB
8 x USB 2.0, 4 x USB 3.0
GPIO
4-bit GPI, 4-bit GPO
eMMC
1 x eMMC 5.0 up to 64GB (option)
COM
2 x COM ports (RX/TX Only)
Display
Chipset
Apollo lake SoC integrated Graphics
VGA
Supports up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz (Chrontel® 7517A)
LCD
LVDS support 2 channels 18/24-bit, up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz
(Chrontel® CH7511B), Optional eDP 1.4 up to 4096 x 2160 @60Hz
DDI
1 Port, optional 2 while remove VGA, configurable to HDMI 1.4b/DP1.2a
HDMI up to 3840 x 2160 @30Hz
DP up to 4096 x 2160 @60Hz
Multiple Display
Supports 3 independent display
Ethernet
LAN Chip
Intel WGI211AT (Expected Discontinuance is Q1’22)
Ethernet Interface
10/100/1000 Base-Tx Gigabit Ethernet Compatible
Mechanical &
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Power Requirement
+9V ~ +19V
ACPI
Single power ATX Support S0, S3, S4, S5
ACPI 3.0 Compliant
Power Type
AT/ATX
Operating Temp.
0°C ~ 60°C (32°F ~ 140°F) (Standard)
Storage Temp.
-40°C to 75°C
Operating Humidity
0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Random Vibration Test
- Operation
- Non-operation
Operation
1 PSD: 0.00454G²/Hz, 1.5 Grms
2 Operation mode
3 Test Frequency : 5-500Hz
4 Test Axis : X,Y and Z axis
5 30 min. per each axis
6 IEC 60068-2-64 Test:Fh
Non-Operation
1 PSD: 0.01818G²/Hz, 3.0 Grms
2 Non-Operation mode
3 Test Frequency : 5-500Hz
4 Test Axis : X,Y and Z axis
5 30 min. per each axis
6 IEC 60068-2-64 Test:Fh
Package Vibration Test
1. PSD: 0.026G²/Hz, 2.16 Grms
2. Non-operation mode
3. Test Frequency : 5-500Hz
4. Test Axis : X,Y and Z axis
5. 30 min. per each axis
6. IEC 60068-2-64 Test:Fh
Package Drop Test
1 One corner , three edges, six faces
2 ISTA 2A, IEC-60068-2-32 Test:Ed
Size (L x W)
Compact Size: 95*95 mm
Weight
0.44lbs(0.2kg)
OS
Windows® 10 Enterprise (64-bit)
Support Linux (Kernel>4.5)
Thermal Solution
Implementing the new thermal design conception which adds the screw hole
next to the SoC to fix the thermal module.
1. Heatsink w/o Fan
2. Heat spreader
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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1.6 Architecture Overview—Block Diagram
The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of ESM-APLC.
Apollo
Lake
SoC
COM-Express Row C,D
COM-Express Row A,B
eDP to LVDS
CH7511B
Resistor Select
VGA
8 USB2.0
3 PCIe x 1
Intel WGI211AT
Resistor
Select
PCIe x1 LAN
SD
HD Audio
2 SATA 3.0
SM BUS
EC
LPC BUS
SPI Flash
SPI BUS
DDI_0
4 USB3.0
DDR3L A
WDT/FAN/HW.M/GPIO
I2C
SM BUS to DIO
DIO/ SD Card
DP to VGA
CH7517A
DDI_1 SWITCH
DDR3L
SO DIMM A,B
UART
resistor select

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2.Hardware
Configuration

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2.1 Product Overview

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2.2 Installation Procedure
This chapter explains you the instructions of how to setup your system.
1. Turn off the power supply.
2. Insert the DIMM module (be careful with the orientation).
3. Insert all external cables for hard disk, keyboard, mouse, USB etc. except for flat panel. A
CRT monitor must be connected in order to change NVRAM settings to support flat panel.
4. Connect power supply to the board via the ATXPWR.
5. Turn on the power.
6. Enter the BIOS setup by pressing the delete key during boot up. Use the "Save & Exit \
Restore Defaults" feature.
7. If TFT panel display is to be utilized, make sure the panel voltage is correctly set before
connecting the display cable and turning on the power.

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2.2.1 Main Memory
ESM-APLC provides the 204-pin SODIMM socket, supports up to 8GB DDR3L 1866
SDRAM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or
other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
board and components.
SODIMM

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Locate the SODIMM socket on the board.
Carefully hold two edges of the SODIMM module. avoid touching its connectors.
Align the notch key on the module with the rib on the slot.
Firmly press the modules into the socket which automatically snaps into the mounting
notch. Do not force the SODIMM module in with extra force as the SODIMM module
only fits in one direction.
To remove SODIMM modules, simultaneously push the two ejector tabs outward,
then pull out the SODIMM module.
Note:
(1) Please do not change any DDR4 SDRAM parameter in BIOS setup to increase
your system’s performance without acquiring technical information in advance.
(2) Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or
optional boards. Before proceeding, ensure that you are discharged of static
electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object.
Mounting Notch
Notch Key
Ejector
Tab
204-pin DDR3L SODIMM

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2.3 Connector List
You can configure your board to match the needs of your application by setting jumpers. A
jumper is the simplest kind of electric switch.
It consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that
slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a jumper you connect the pins with the clip.
To “open” a jumper you remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have three pins, labeled 1,
2, and 3. In this case, you would connect either two pins.
The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows:
A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers.
Connectors on the board are linked to external devices such as hard disk drives, a
keyboard, or floppy drives. In addition, the board has a number of jumpers that allow you to
configure your system to suit your application.
If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your application, contact
your local distributor or sales representative before you make any changes.
The following tables list the function of each of the board’s jumpers and connectors.
Connectors
Label
Function
Note
BIOS_SPI1
(Reserved for BIOS programming)
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm
CN1A
COM Express connector 1
CN1B
COM Express connector 2
SODIMM1
204-pin DDR3L SDRAM DIMM socket
SW1
AT/ATX mode selector

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2.4 Setting Jumpers & Connectors
2.4.1 AT/ATX mode selector (SW1)
*Default
AT/ATX mode
AT mode*
ATX mode
OFF
1

ON
2
OFF
1

ON
2
2.4.1.1 Signal Description –AT/ATX mode selection
AT/ATX mode
Description
AT mode
Auto-power on, no need to press Power button to
enable power on/off
ATX mode
Press the power button to enable power on/off

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2.4.2 COM Express Connector 1 (CN1A)
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
GND
A110
B110
GND
VCC
A109
B109
VCC
VCC
A108
B108
VCC
VCC
A107
B107
VCC
VCC
A106
B106
VCC
VCC
A105
B105
VCC
VCC
A104
B104
VCC
LID#
A103
B103
SLEEP#
SER1_RX
A102
B102
FAN_TACHIN
SER1_TX
A101
B101
FAN_PWMOUT
GND
A100
B100
GND
SER0_RX
A99
B99
FST_SPI_D3
SER0_TX
A98
B98
FST_SPI_D2
TYPE10#
A97
B97
CB_SPI_CS#
PP_TPM
A96
B96
VGA_I2C_DAT
FST_SPI_D0/MOSI
A95
B95
VGA_I2C_CK
FST_SPI_CLK
A94
B94
VGA_VSYNC
GPO0/SD_CLK
A93
B93
VGA_HSYNC
FST_SPI_D1/MISO
A92
B92
VGA_BLU
+1.8VSB
A91
B91
VGA_GRN
GND
A90
B90
GND
PCIE_CLK_REF-
A89
B89
VGA_RED
PCIE_CLK_REF+
A88
B88
BIOS_DIS1#
CB_EDP_HDP
A87
B87
+ATX5VSB
NC
A86
B86
+ATX5VSB
GPI3/SD_DATA3
A85
B85
+ATX5VSB
LVDS_I2C_DAT/EDP_AUX-
A84
B84
+ATX5VSB
LVDS_I2C_CK/EDP_AUX+
A83
B83
LVDS_BKLT_CTRL/
EDP_BKLT_CTRL
LVDS_A_CK-/EDP_TX3-
A82
B82
LVDS_B_CK-
LVDS_A_CK+/EDP_TX3+
A81
B81
LVDS_B_CK+