S&T kontron QSEVEN-Q7AL 2 Series User manual
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QSEVEN
-Q7ALX2 - USER GUIDE
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Intended Use
THIS DEVICE AND ASSOCIATED SOFTWARE ARE NOT DESIGNED, MANUFACTURED OR INTENDED FOR USE
OR RESALE FOR THE OPERATION OF NUCLEAR FACILITIES, THE NAVIGATION, CONTROL OR
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS FOR AIRCRAFT OR OTHER TRANSPORTATION, AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL, LIFE
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HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT, OR REQUIRING FAIL-SAFE PERFORMANCE, OR IN WHICH THE FAILURE OF
PRODUCTS COULD LEAD DIRECTLY TO DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR SEVERE PHYSICAL OR
ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE (COLLECTIVELY, "HIGH RISK APPLICATIONS").
You understand and agree that your use of Kontron devices as a component in High Risk Applications is entirely at
your risk. To minimize the risks associated with your products and applications, you should provide adequate design
and operating safeguards. You are solely responsible for compliance with all legal, regulatory, safety, and security
related requirements concerning your products. You are responsible to ensure that your systems (and any Kontron
hardware or software components incorporated in your systems) meet all applicable requirements. Unless otherwise
stated in the product documentation, the Kontron device is not provided with error-tolerance capabilities and cannot
therefore be deemed as being engineered, manufactured or setup to be compliant for implementation or for resale as
device in High Risk Applications. All application and safety related information in this document (including application
descriptions, suggested safety measures, suggested Kontron products, and other materials) is provided for reference
only.
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Revision History
Revision Brief Description of Changes Date of Issue Author
0.1 Initial hardware info 2020-Apr-07 CW
0.2 Added info from Hardware Spec and figures for the mechanical
dimensions and dated the power information
2020-Apr-17 CW
0.3 Added inputs from Kontron Asia 2020-May-06 CW
0.4 Added Inputs from Kontron Germany 2020-May-18 CW
0.5 Added photos, power on and assembly diagrams. 2020-Jun-10 CW
0.6 Added general hardware and software inputs 2020-Jun-29 CW
0.7 Updated tables added Caution in Chapter 5.7 2020-Jul-01 CW
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Symbols
The following symbols may be used in this user guide
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE indicates a property damage message.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Electric Shock!
This symbol and title warn of hazards due to electrical shocks (> 60
V) when touching
products or parts of products. Failure to observe the precautions indicated and/or
prescribed by the law may
endanger your life/health and/or result in damage to your
material.
ESD Sensitive Device!
This symbol and title inform that the electronic boards and their components are sensitive
to static electricity. Care must therefore be taken during all handli
ng operations and
inspections of this product in order to ensure product integrity at all times.
HOT Surface!
Do NOT touch! Allow to cool before servicing.
Laser!
This symbol inform of the risk of exposure to laser beam and light emitting devices (LEDs)
from an electrical device. Eye protection per manufacturer notice shall review before
servicing.
This symbol indicates general information about the product and the user guide.
This symbol also indicates detail information about the specific product configuration.
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For Your Safety
Your new Kontron product was developed and tested carefully to provide all features necessary to ensure its
compliance with electrical safety requirements. It was also designed for a long fault-free life. However, the life
expectancy of your product can be drastically reduced by improper treatment during unpacking and installation.
Therefore, in the interest of your own safety and of the correct operation of your new Kontron product, you are
requested to conform with the following guidelines.
High Voltage Safety Instructions
As a precaution and in case of danger, the power connector must be easily accessible. The power connector is the
product’s main disconnect device.
Warning
All operations on this product must be carried out by sufficiently skilled personnel only.
Electric Shock!
Before installing a non hot-swappable Kontron product into a system always ensure that
your mains power is switched off. This also applies to the installation of piggybacks. Serious
electrical shock hazards can exist during all installation, repair, and maintenance operations
on this product. Therefore, always unplug the power cable and any other cables which
provide external voltages before performing any work on this product.
Earth ground connection to vehicle’s chassis or a central grounding point shall remain
connected. The earth ground cable shall be the last cable to be disconnected or the first
cable to be connected when performing installation or removal procedures on this product.
Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction
ESD Sensitive Device!
Electronic boards and their components are sensitive to static electricity. Therefore, care
must be taken during all handling operations and inspections of this product, in order to
ensure product integrity at all times.
Handling and operation of the product is permitted only for trained personnel within a work
place that is access controlled. Follow the “General Safety Instructions for IT Equipment”
supplied with the product.
Do not handle this product out of its protective enclosure while it is not used for operational purposes unless it is
otherwise protected.
Whenever possible, unpack or pack this product only at EOS/ESD safe work stations. Where a safe work station is not
guaranteed, it is important for the user to be electrically discharged before touching the product with his/her hands
or tools. This is most easily done by touching a metal part of your system housing.
It is particularly important to observe standard anti-static precautions when changing piggybacks, ROM devices,
jumper settings etc. If the product contains batteries for RTC or memory backup, ensure that the product is not placed
on conductive surfaces, including anti-static plastics or sponges. They can cause short circuits and damage the
batteries or conductive circuits on the product.
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Lithium Battery Precautions
If your product is equipped with a lithium battery, take the following precautions when replacing the battery.
Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly.
Replace only with same or equivalent battery type recommended by the
manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
General Instructions on Usage
In order to maintain Kontron’s product warranty, this product must not be altered or modified in any way. Changes or
modifications to the product, that are not explicitly approved by Kontron and described in this user guide or received
from Kontron Support as a special handling instruction, will void your warranty.
This product should only be installed in or connected to systems that fulfill all necessary technical and specific
environmental requirements. This also applies to the operational temperature range of the specific board version
that must not be exceeded. If batteries are present, their temperature restrictions must be taken into account.
In performing all necessary installation and application operations, only follow the instructions supplied by the
present user guide.
Keep all the original packaging material for future storage or warranty shipments. If it is necessary to store or ship
the product then re-pack it in the same manner as it was delivered.
Special care is necessary when handling or unpacking the product. See Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction.
Quality and Environmental Management
Kontron aims to deliver reliable high-end products designed and built for quality, and aims to complying with
environmental laws, regulations, and other environmentally oriented requirements. For more information regarding
Kontron’s quality and environmental responsibilities, visit http://www.kontron.com/about-kontron/corporate-
responsibility/quality-management.
Disposal and Recycling
Kontron’s products are manufactured to satisfy environmental protection requirements where possible. Many of the
components used are capable of being recycled. Final disposal of this product after its service life must be
accomplished in accordance with applicable country, state, or local laws or regulations.
WEEE Compliance
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive aims to:
Reduce waste arising from electrical and electronic equipment (EEE)
Make producers of EEE responsible for the environmental impact of their products, especially when the
product be waste
Encourage separate collection and subsequent treatment, reuse, recovery, recycling and sound
environmental disposal of EEE
Improve the environmental performance of all those involved during the lifecycle of EEE
Environmental protection is a high priority with Kontron.
Kontron follows the WEEE directive
You are encouraged to return our products for proper disposal.
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Table of Contents
Symbols.................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
For Your Safety ...................................................................................................................................................................................................7
High Voltage Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................................................................7
Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction...........................................................................................................................................7
Lithium Battery Precautions......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
General Instructions on Usage..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Quality and Environmental Management................................................................................................................................................ 8
Disposal and Recycling................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
WEEE Compliance ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Table of Contents...............................................................................................................................................................................................9
List of Tables ......................................................................................................................................................................................................11
List of Figures.....................................................................................................................................................................................................11
1/ General Safety Instructions for Equipment...............................................................................................................................12
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)................................................................................................................................................................131.1.
Grounding Methods..................................................................................................................................................................................131.2.
Requirements IEC 62368-1.....................................................................................................................................................................141.3.
Instructions for the Lithium Battery...................................................................................................................................................141.4.
2/ Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................................................15
3/ Product Description...........................................................................................................................................................................16
4/ Scope of Delivery................................................................................................................................................................................17
Packing List .................................................................................................................................................................................................174.1.
Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................................174.2.
5/ Product Specification ........................................................................................................................................................................18
Block Diagram.............................................................................................................................................................................................185.1.
Module Views.............................................................................................................................................................................................195.2.
Component Technical Data ...................................................................................................................................................................215.3.
Environmental Condition ......................................................................................................................................................................235.4.
Standards and Directives......................................................................................................................................................................245.5.
Mechanical Specification ...................................................................................................................................................................... 255.6.
5.6.1. Heat Spreader Mechanical Specification......................................................................................................................................26
Thermal Management............................................................................................................................................................................ 275.7.
5.7.1. Heatspreader Plate and Cooling Solutions................................................................................................................................... 27
5.7.2. Temperature Sensors .........................................................................................................................................................................28
Power Specification................................................................................................................................................................................295.8.
5.8.1. Power Supply Specification...............................................................................................................................................................29
5.8.2. Power Supply Voltage Rise Time....................................................................................................................................................29
5.8.3. Power Supply Voltage Ripple...........................................................................................................................................................29
5.8.4. Input Power Sequencing....................................................................................................................................................................30
5.8.5. Power Management............................................................................................................................................................................30
5.8.5.1. Power Supply Control and Management Signals....................................................................................................................31
6/ Features and Interfaces..................................................................................................................................................................32
CAN Bus .......................................................................................................................................................................................................326.1.
eMMC (option)..........................................................................................................................................................................................326.2.
Fast I2C........................................................................................................................................................................................................326.3.
GPIO..............................................................................................................................................................................................................326.4.
JTAG..............................................................................................................................................................................................................326.5.
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Kontron Security Solution (option)....................................................................................................................................................336.6.
LPC ................................................................................................................................................................................................................336.7.
RTC ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................346.8.
SDIO..............................................................................................................................................................................................................346.9.
SPI ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................346.10.
6.10.1. SPI boot ..................................................................................................................................................................................................34
SpeedStep™ Technology..................................................................................................................................................................... 356.11.
TPM 2.0 (option)..................................................................................................................................................................................... 356.12.
UART...........................................................................................................................................................................................................366.13.
Watchdog Timer (WDT) - Dual Stage ............................................................................................................................................. 366.14.
6.14.1. Watchdog Timer Signal.....................................................................................................................................................................36
7/ System Resources............................................................................................................................................................................. 37
PCI Devices.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 377.1.
I2C Bus......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 377.2.
SM Bus......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 377.3.
8/ Connectors...........................................................................................................................................................................................38
MIPI Connector Pin Assignment (option for some variants).....................................................................................................388.1.
CPLD Connector Pin Assignment........................................................................................................................................................388.2.
Qseven® Connector Pin Assignment................................................................................................................................................. 398.3.
9/ Power on ..............................................................................................................................................................................................43
Connecting to the Carrier Board..........................................................................................................................................................439.1.
10/ uEFI BIOS...............................................................................................................................................................................................44
Starting the uEFI BIOS ...........................................................................................................................................................................4410.1.
Setup Menus ...........................................................................................................................................................................................4510.2.
10.2.1. Main Setup Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................45
10.2.2. Advanced Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................................................47
10.2.3. Chipset Setup Menu ..........................................................................................................................................................................54
10.2.3.1. Chipset> North Bridge....................................................................................................................................................................54
10.2.3.2. Chipset > South Bridge.................................................................................................................................................................. 55
10.2.3.3. Chipset> Uncore Configuration.................................................................................................................................................. 56
10.2.3.4. Chipset> South Cluster Configuration ..................................................................................................................................... 59
10.2.4. Security Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................................................... 67
10.2.4.1. Remember the Password.............................................................................................................................................................69
10.2.5. Boot Setup Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................ 70
10.2.6. Save and Exit Setup Menu............................................................................................................................................................... 72
The uEFI Shell.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 7310.3.
10.3.1. Basic Operation of the uEFI Shell................................................................................................................................................... 73
10.3.1.1. Entering the uEFI Shell ................................................................................................................................................................... 73
10.3.1.2. Exiting the uEFI Shell...................................................................................................................................................................... 73
uEFI Shell Scripting ...............................................................................................................................................................................7410.4.
10.4.1. Startup Scripting.................................................................................................................................................................................74
10.4.2. Create a Startup Script.....................................................................................................................................................................74
10.4.3. Example of Startup Scripts.............................................................................................................................................................74
10.4.3.1. Execute Shell Script on other Harddrive..................................................................................................................................74
Firmware Update....................................................................................................................................................................................7510.5.
10.5.1. Updating Procedure ............................................................................................................................................................................75
Appendix A: List of Acronyms..................................................................................................................................................................... 76
About Kontron ...................................................................................................................................................................................................77
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List of Tables
Table 1: Packing List.........................................................................................................................................................................................17
Table 2: Accessory List ...................................................................................................................................................................................17
Table 3: Component Technical Data ..........................................................................................................................................................21
Table 4: Environmental Condition .............................................................................................................................................................23
Table 5: Standards and Directives.............................................................................................................................................................24
Table 6: Power Supply Specification.........................................................................................................................................................29
Table 7: Power Supply Control and Management Signals..................................................................................................................31
Table 8: Supported BIOS Features.............................................................................................................................................................33
Table 9: SPI Boot Pin Configuration...........................................................................................................................................................34
Table 10: Supported SPI Boot Flash Types for 8-SOIC Package....................................................................................................... 35
Table 11: Dual Staged Watchdog Timer- Time-Out Events ...............................................................................................................36
Table 12: I2C Bus Port Address.................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Table 13. SMBus Address.............................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Table 14: MIPI-CSI2 Connector Pin Assignment ....................................................................................................................................38
Table 15: CPLD Connector Pin Assignment..............................................................................................................................................39
Table 16: QSEVEN Connector Pin Assignment........................................................................................................................................ 39
Table 17: Navigation Hot Keys in the Legend Bar..................................................................................................................................44
Table 18: Main Setup Menu Sub-screens and Functions Example.................................................................................................46
Table 19: Advanced Setup menu Sub-screens and Functions Example ....................................................................................... 47
Table 20: Chipset Set > North Bridge Sub-screens and Function ...................................................................................................54
Table 21: Chipset Set> South Bridge Sub-screens and Functions................................................................................................... 55
Table 22: Chipset Set> Uncore Configuration Sub-screens and Functions ..................................................................................57
Table 23: Chipset>South Cluster Configuration Sub-screens and Functions ............................................................................. 59
Table 24: Security Setup Menu Initial Screen ........................................................................................................................................ 67
Table 25: Boot Setup Menu Sub-screens and Functions ................................................................................................................... 70
Table 26: Save and Exit Setup Menu Sub-screens and Functions.................................................................................................. 72
Table 27: List of Acronyms........................................................................................................................................................................... 76
List of Figures
Figure 1: QSEVEN Module...............................................................................................................................................................................16
Figure 2 : Block Diagram Q7ALx2 Module.................................................................................................................................................18
Figure 3 : Top Side View Q7ALx2..................................................................................................................................................................19
Figure 4 : Bottom Side View Q7ALx2 .........................................................................................................................................................20
Figure 5 : Q7ALx2 Top Side Mechanical Specification (measurement in mm)............................................................................ 25
Figure 6: Q7ALx2 Bottom Side Mechanical Specification (measurement in mm)...................................................................... 25
Figure 7: Heat Spreader for Commercial Grade Mechanical Specification (measurement in mm) ..................................... 26
Figure 8: Heat Spreader for Industrial Grade Mechanical Specification (measurement in mm).......................................... 26
Figure 9: Heatspreader Plate Assembly .................................................................................................................................................. 27
Figure 10: HWM with Temperature Sensor.............................................................................................................................................28
Figure 11: Input Power Start and Stop Sequence...................................................................................................................................30
Figure 12 : MIPI CSI2 Connector...................................................................................................................................................................38
Figure 13 : CPLD Connector...........................................................................................................................................................................38
Figure 14: Qseven® Module with Carrier Board Assembly with Heaspreader Plate.................................................................43
Figure 15: Main Setup Menu Initial Screen Example ............................................................................................................................45
Figure 16: Advanced Setup Menu Initial Screen Example ..................................................................................................................47
Figure 17: Chipset > North Bridge Menu Initial Screen Example ......................................................................................................54
Figure 18: Chipset>South Bridge Menu Initial Screen Example........................................................................................................ 55
Figure 19: Chipset>Uncore Configuration Menu Initial Screen Examples..................................................................................... 56
Figure 20: Chipset>South Cluster Configuration Menu Initial Screen Example.......................................................................... 59
Figure 21: Security Setup Menu Initial Screen Example...................................................................................................................... 67
Figure 22: Boot Setup Menu Initial Screen Example............................................................................................................................ 70
Figure 23: Save and Exit Setup Menu Initial Screen Example........................................................................................................... 72
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1/ General Safety Instructions for Equipment
Read and observe the instructions within this chapter that have been compiled for user’s
safety and to ensure accordance with regulations. If the following General Safety
Instructions for Equipment are not observed, it could lead to injuries to the operator and/or
damage to the product. Kontron is exempt from accident liability, also during the warranty
period if the instructions within this user guide are not observed.
The product has been built and tested according to the basic safety requirements for low voltage (LVD) applications
and has left the manufacturer in a safety-related, flawless condition. To maintain this condition and to ensure safe
operation, the operator must observe the correct operating conditions for the product and following the general
safety instructions:
The product must be used as specified in the product documentation, in which the instructions for safety for the
product and for the operator are described. These contain guidelines for setting up, assembly, installation and
maintenance, transport and storage.
The on-site electrical installation must meet the requirements of the country's specific local regulations.
The product must be connected only to certified mains power supply complying with the requirements of IEC
62368-1 standard or better.
If a Power Supply Unit (PSU) comes with the product, only this PSU should be used to supply the product.
If supplied with a power cable, only use the supplied power cable.
Do not use an extension cable to connect the product
To guarantee sufficient airflow to cool the product, ensure that:
Ventilation openings are not covered or blocked.
Clean the filter pad regularly (as often as necessary, depending on the environment).
Do not place the product close to heat sources or damp places.
The product is well ventilated
Only devices or parts that fulfill the safety requirements as stipulated by the applied safety standards may be
connected to the available interfaces.
Before opening the product, make sure that the product is disconnected from the mains.
Switching off the product by the power button does not disconnect the product from the mains. Complete
disconnection is only possible if the power cable is removed from the wall plug or from the product. Ensure that
there is free and easy access to enable disconnection.
The product may only be opened for the insertion or removal of add-on cards (depending on the configuration of
the system). This may only be carried out by qualified operators.
If extensions are being carried out, the following must be observed:
All effective legal regulations and all technical data are adhered to
Power consumption of any add-on card does not exceed the specified limitations
Current consumption of the system does not exceed the value stated on the product label.
Only use original accessories and spare parts approved by Kontron.
Note: safe operation is no longer possible when any of the following applies:
Product has visible damage
Product is no longer functioning
In these cases, the product must be switched off and disconnected from the mains. Additionally, ensured
that the product can no longer be operated.
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Additional safety instructions for DC power supply circuits
To guarantee safe operation of products with DC power supply voltages larger than 60 volts DC or a power
consumption larger than 120 VA, observe that:
Product is set up, installed and operated in a room or enclosure marked with “RESTRICTED ACCESS”, if there
are no safety messages such as safety signs and labels on the product.
Do not touch either directly or indirectly, cables or parts without insulation in electrical circuits with
dangerous voltage or power.
Reliable protective earth connection is provided
Suitable, easily accessible disconnecting device is used in the application (e.g. overcurrent protective device),
if the product cannot be disconnected
A disconnect device, if provided in or as part of the equipment, must disconnect both poles simultaneously
Interconnecting power circuits of different devices cause no electrical hazards
A sufficient dimensioning of the power cable wires must be selected – according to the maximum electrical
specifications on the product label – as stipulated by applied safety standards.
The products do not generally fulfill the requirements for "centralized DC power systems“” as stipulated by the
applied safety standards and therefore may not be connected to such devices!
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)1.1.
A sudden discharge of electrostatic electricity can destroy static-sensitive devices.
Proper packaging and grounding techniques are necessary precautions to prevent damage. Always take the following
precautions:
1. Transport ESD-sensitive products in ESD-safe containers such as boxes or bags.
2. Keep electrostatic sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at the ESD-safe workplace.
3. Always be properly grounded when touching sensitive products, components, or assembly.
4. Store ESD-sensitive products in protective packaging or on antistatic mats.
Grounding Methods1.2.
To avoid electrostatic damage, observe the following grounding guidelines:
1. Cover workstations with approved antistatic material. Always wear a wrist strap connected to the workplace.
Always use properly grounded tools and equipment.
2. Use antistatic mats, heel straps, or air ionizers for more protection.
3. Always handle electrostatically sensitive components by their edge or by their casing.
4. Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry.
5. Switch off power and input signals before inserting and removing connectors or connecting test equipment.
6. Keep work area free of non-conductive materials such as ordinary plastic assembly aids and Styrofoam.
7. Use only field service tools that are conductive, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuum cleaners.
8. Always place drives and boards PCB-assembly-side down on the foam.
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Requirements IEC 62368-11.3.
Users of the Q7ALx2 module must evaluate the end product to ensure the requirements of the IEC 62368-1 safety
standard are met:
The module must be installed in a suitable mechanical, electrical and fire enclosure.
The module in its enclosure must be evaluated for temperature and air flow considerations.
For interfaces having a power pin such as external power or fan, ensure that the connectors and wires are
suitably rated.
All connections from or to the Module shall be with Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) circuits only.
Wires have suitable rating to withstand the maximum available power.
The enclosure of any peripheral device fulfills the fire protecting requirements of IEC 62368-1.
Instructions for the Lithium Battery1.4.
The O7ALx2 module is supported via a lithium battery on a separate carrier board. When replacing a lithium battery,
only use the same or equivalent type or a replacement recommended by the manufacturer. Follow the replacement
precautions stated below.
Danger of explosion when replaced with wrong type of battery. Replace only with the same
or equivalent battery type recommended by the manufacturer. The lithium battery type
must be UL recognized.
After removing the lithium battery, dispose of the lithium battery according to the regulations within your region.
Do not dispose of lithium batteries in general trash collection. Dispose of the battery
according to the local regulations dealing with the disposal of these special materials, (e.g.
to the collecting points for dispose of batteries).
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2/ Introduction
This user guide describes the Qseven® modules Q7ALx2 from Kontron, known as Q7ALx2 within this user guide. The
Q7ALx2 is an off-the-shelf module designed to meet the Qseven® standard. The Q7ALx2 includes all the components
of a common PC on a small form factor board (70 mm x 70 mm) designed to be mounted on a carrier board using the
Qseven® (MXM) connector. The interface connectors on the carrier board connect to the end application.
The use of the Q7ALx2 module requires basic knowledge of PC hardware and software. This user guide focuses on
describing the Q7ALx2’s special features and is not intended to be a standard PC textbook.
Before powering on the Q7ALx2 module, Kontron recommends new users to read and observe the General Safety
Instructions for Equipment in the previous Chapter and study the power on procedure in Chapter 9/: Power on.
Configuration and setup of the Q7ALx2 is performed automatically or manually, by the user, via the BIOS setup.
Latest revision of this user guide, datasheet, BIOS, drivers and BSPs (Board Support Packages) are available for
downloaded from Kontron’s Web Page.
This user guide is a preliminary version. Preliminary versions may contain information that
requires rework. Items highlighted in yellow may still need to be confirmed.
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3/ Product Description
The Q7ALx2 module is based on the Qseven® Specification Rev 2.1 using an Intel x86 SoC, supporting on-module
system memory, eMMC Flash memory expansion and extensive interfaces.
Figure 1: QSEVEN Module
The main Qseven-Q7ALx2 features are:
Intel® Atom x5 E3950, E3940, E3930 and mobile Celeron N3350/4200 with integrated chipset
Qseven® form factor (70 mm x 70 mm)
Qseven® connector complies to Qseven® specification Rev 2.1
Up to 8 GByte LPDDR4 memory down
From 32 GByte (SLC) /up to 64 GB (MLC) eMMC 5.1 Flash (option)
2x SATA 6 Gb/s
4x PCIe x1, Gen 2
1x GbE LAN
2x USB 3.0 (QSEVEN port 0,1)
4x USB 2.0 Host (QSEVEN port 2, 3, 4, 5)
1x USB 2.0 OTG (QSEVEN port 1) using switch of full functional OTG
2x Display ( 1x eDP and 1x DP or HDMI)
1x SDIO
1x SPI external Boot (SPI0)
1x SPI for generic devices (SPI1)
1x HDA Audio / I2S Audio (muxed)
2x I2C interfaces
1x SMB interface
1x MIPI-CSI2 (option for some variants)
1x UART interfaces
8x GPIO’s / LPC (muxed)
1x CAN Bus interface
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4/ Scope of Delivery
Packing List4.1.
Check that your delivery is complete, and contains the item(s) below (according to the ordered configuration). If you
discover damaged or missing item(s), contact your dealer.
Table 1: Packing List
Delivered Part Part Description
Q7ALx2 Qseven® module board with Intel x86 SoC and on-module memory
Note: The above packing list is for standard single box package only.
Accessories4.2.
The following accessories are available for the Q7ALx2.
Table 2: Accessory List
Part Name SAP Number Part Description
Heatspreader Plate Commercial 81004-0000-99-1 Heatspeader to attach to commercial Qseven® Q7ALx2
module
Heatspreader Plate Industrial 81005-0000-99-1 Heatspeader to attach to industrial Qseven® Q7ALx2
module
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