Spectra MI959 User manual

MI959
AMD®R-series APC / A70M FCH
Mini-ITX Motherboard
USER’S MANUAL
Version 1.0

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Table of Contents
Introduction...................................................... 1
Product Description..............................................................1
Checklist...............................................................................2
MI959 Specifications............................................................3
Board Dimensions................................................................4
Installations...................................................... 5
Installing the Memory...........................................................6
Setting the Jumpers...............................................................7
Connectors on MI959.........................................................10
BIOS Setup.......................................................17
Drivers Installation......................................35
VGA Drivers Installation....................................................36
Audio Drivers Installation...................................................40
LAN Drivers Installation ....................................................41
Appendix...........................................................43
A. I/O Port Address Map....................................................43
B. Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ)........................................44
C. Watchdog Timer Configuration .....................................45

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INTRODUCTION
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Introduction
Product Description
The MI959 Mini ITX motherboard is based on the AMD A70M chipset
that supports AMD R-series APU. The AMD R-series APU comes with
integrated memory controller. MI959 has two DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets
to accommodate up to 8GB of DDR3 1600 memory modules. The board
comes with the Radeon HD7000 graphics engine that is built in the AMD
R-series APU. Display interface supported include one DVI-I, one
DisplayPort and 24-bit dual-channel LVDS.
The AMD Embedded R-Series platform delivers high-performance
processing coupled with a premium high definition visual experience in a
solution that is still power efficient. Enabling unprecedented integrated
graphics and multi-display capabilities in embedded applications that can
be compact and low power. The AMD R-Series APU is designed to
efficiently handle your advanced multimedia and computational
workloads. With discrete-class AMD Radeon™ graphics performance
integrated into the AMD R-Series APU, applications that previously
required a discrete graphics card can be developed in smaller form factors
with lower power and cost.
MI959 has dualPCI-E Ethernet controllers, four USB 3.0, four USB 2.0,
six serial ports, PCI-e(x16) slot and two full-size MiniPCIe sockets.
MI959F FEATURES:
Supports AMD R-Series socket, up to 3.1GHz processors
2x DDR3 SO-DIMM, Max. 8GB
iSMART - auto-scheduler and power resume
2x PCI-E Gigabit LAN
Supports triple displays, watchdog timer, digital I/O
5x SATA III, 4x USB 3.0, 4x USB 2.0, 6x COM,
1x PCIE(x16), 2x Mini PCI-E (one support mSATA)

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Checklist
Your MI959 package should include the items listed below.
The MI959 Mini-ITX motherboard
This User’s Manual
1 CD containing chipset drivers and flash memory utility
Serial ATA cable

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MI959 Specifications
Product Name
MI959F
Form Factor
Mini ITX
CPU Type
AMD R-series APU, 32nm, FS1r2 PGA-722 package (35mm x 35mm)
CPU Models
R-464L , 2.3GHz (QC) , TDP= 35W
R-460H, 2.1 GHz (QC) , TDP=35W
R-272F, 2.6GHz (DC) , TDP =35W
Cache
4MB L2 cache
BIOS
AMI BIOS [4MB SPI ROM]
Chipset
AMD A70M FCH ”Hudson-M3” (TDP=7.4W)
FCBGA package 656 balls (24.5 mm x 24.5 mm)
Memory
AMD R-series APU integrated memory controller
DDR3 SO-DIMM x 2, Max. 8GB, up to DDR3-1600MHz (Non-ECC)
Display
AMD R-series APU built-in GPU (RadeonTM HD7000 series)
- 24-bit LVDS dual-channel (via DP#0 thru Analogix ANX3110)
- 1 x DVI-I
- 1 x DP
Expansion Slots
PCIe(16x) slot x 1
MiniPCIe(1x) x 2 [Full-sized x2 w/USB , only 1 support mSATA]
LAN
Realtek 8111E-VL-CQ PCI-Express GbE x 2 (Thru A70M PCIe lanes)
**Only LAN #1 support ErP**
USB
AMD A70M FCH built-in USB host controller, support total 10 ports:
- USB 3.0 x 4 ports
(2 ports via rear I/O connectors; 2 ports thru onboard pin-header)
- USB 2.0 x 4 ports
(2 ports via rear I/O connectors; 2 ports thru onboard pin-header)
- USB 2.0 x 2 ports viaMiniPCIe
Audio
AMD A70M FCH built-in HD interface + Realtek ALC892 Codec
Support 7.1 channel
Serial ATA
A70M FCH built-in SATA III Controller for 6 ports
LPC I/O
Nuvoton NCT6106D [128-pin LQFP , -40~+85 degree C]
COM1(RS232/422/485), COM2 ~ COM6 (RS232 only),
Hardware Monitor (2 thermal inputs,4 voltage monitor inputs & 3 Fan
headers) [DC FAN, 3-pin type]
COM1/2 with pin-9 with power for 2 ports (500 mA for each port)
Digital IO
4 in & 4 out thru LPT
Edge Connector
Dual DB9 stack connector x 1 for COM #1, #2
DVI-I + DP stack connector x 1
RJ-45 GbE LAN + dual USB 3.0 stack connector x1
RJ-45 GbE LAN + dual USB 2.0 stack connector x1
Double triplet jack 3 x 2 for HD Audio7.1 CH
Onboard
Headers
DF13 LVDS x 2 for 24-bit dual channel
DF11 2 x 4 pins header x 1 for 2 ports USB 2.0
DF11 2 x 5 pins header x 4 for COM3~COM6
2 x 10 pins box-header x 1 for 2 ports USB3.0
2 x 5 pins pin-header x1 for Digital I/O
1 x 4 pins box-header x 1 for LCD backlight control
SATA connector x 5 (Blue color)
Watchdog Timer
Yes (256 segments, 0, 1, 2…255. sec/min)
Power Connector
+5V, +3.3V, +12V, -12V, 5VSB (2A)
20-pin ATX main power + 4-pin 12V
RoHS
Yes
iSMART
Remote On/Off control & power fail resume (Thru TI MSP430G2433)
ErP function supporting (Thru NCT6106D)
AT24C02 EEPROM [SO8 type] via SMbus (optional)
Board Size
170mm x 170mm

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Board Dimensions

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Installations
This section provides information on how to use the jumpers and
connectors on theMI959 in order to set up a workable system. The topics
covered are:
Installing the Memory..........................................................................6
Setting the Jumpers..............................................................................7
Connectors on MI959........................................................................10

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Installing the Memory
The MI959 board supports two DDR3 memory socket for a maximum
total memory of 8GB in DDR3 SO-DIMM memory type.
Installing and Removing Memory Modules
To install the DDR3 modules, locate the memory slot on the board and
perform the following steps:
1. Hold the DDR3 module so that the key of the DDR3 module aligned
with that on the memory slot.
2. Gently push the DDR3 module in an upright position until the clips of
the slot close to hold the DDR3 module in place when the DDR3
module touches the bottom of the slot.
3. To remove the DDR3 module, press the clips with both hands.
DDR3 Module
Lock
Lock
Lock
Lock

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Setting the Jumpers
Jumpers are used on MI959 to select various settings and features
according to your needs and applications. Contact your supplier if you
have doubts about the best configuration for your needs. The following
lists the connectors on MI959 and their respective functions.
Jumper Locations on MI959 ................................................................8
J15: Clear CMOS Contents..................................................................9
JP4: COM1 RS232 RI/+5V/+12V Power Setting.................................9
JP5: COM2 RS232 RI/+5V/+12V Power Setting.................................9
J7: LCD Panel Power Selection ...........................................................9

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Jumper Locations on MI959
Jumpers on MI959..........................................................................Page
J15: Clear CMOS Contents..................................................................9
JP4: COM1 RS232 RI/+5V/+12V Power Setting................................. 9
JP5: COM2 RS232 RI/+5V/+12V Power Setting................................. 9
J7: LCD Panel Power Selection ........................................................... 9

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J15: Clear CMOS Contents
J15
Setting
Function
Pin 1-2
Short/Closed
Normal
Pin 2-3
Short/Closed
Clear CMOS
JP4: COM1 RS232 RI/+5V/+12V Power Setting
JP4
Setting
Function
Pin 1-2
Short/Closed
+12V
Pin 3-4
Short/Closed
RI
Pin 5-6
Short/Closed
+5V
JP5: COM2 RS232 RI/+5V/+12V Power Setting
JP5
Setting
Function
Pin 1-2
Short/Closed
+12V
Pin 3-4
Short/Closed
RI
Pin 5-6
Short/Closed
+5V
J7: LCD Panel Power Selection
J7
LCD Panel Power
3.3V
5V

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Connectors on MI959
Connector Locations on MI959 ......................................................... 11
Connector Locations on MI959 ......................................................... 11
CN1: COM1 and COM2 Serial Ports................................................. 12
CN3: DVI-I Connector...................................................................... 12
CN4: Gigabit + Dual USB Connector................................................ 13
CN5: Gigabit + Dual USB Connector................................................ 13
CN10: HD Audio Connector ............................................................. 13
J1: ATX Power Supply Connector..................................................... 13
J2: ATX 12V Power Connector......................................................... 13
CN7, CN8, CN9, CN11, CN12: SATA3 Connectors ......................... 14
JP7, JP6: LVDS Connectors (1st channel, 2nd channel)..................... 14
JP8: LCD Backlight Connector.......................................................... 14
J9: Digital I/O Connector (4 in, 4 out) ............................................... 15
J10, J11, J13, J14: COM6, COM5, COM4, COM3 RS232 Serial Ports15
JP11: USB Connectors...................................................................... 15
JP12: SPDIF I/O................................................................................ 15
J18: Audio Pin Header for Chassis Front Panel.................................. 16
J19: Power LED................................................................................ 16
J20: Front Panel Function Connector................................................. 16
CPU_FAN1: CPU Fan Power Connector.......................................... 16
SYS_FAN1: System Fan Power Connector ....................................... 16
SYS_FAN2: System Fan Power Connector ....................................... 16

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Connector Locations on MI959

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CN1: COM1 and COM2 Serial Ports
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Pin #
Signal Name
RS-232
R2-422
RS-485
1
DCD
TX-
DATA-
2
RX
TX+
DATA+
3
TX
RX+
NC
4
DTR
RX-
NC
5
Ground
Ground
Ground
6
DSR
NC
NC
7
RTS
NC
NC
8
CTS
NC
NC
9
RI
NC
NC
10
NC
NC
NC
CN3: DVI-I Connector
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
DATA 2-
1
16
HOT POWER
DATA 2+
2
17
DATA 0-
Shield 2/4
3
18
DATA 0+
DATA 4-
4
19
SHIELD 0/5
DATA 4+
5
20
DATA 5-
DDC CLOCK
6
21
DATA 5+
DDC DATA
7
22
SHIELD CLK
N.C
8
23
CLOCK -
DATA 1-
9
24
CLOCK +
DATA 1+
10
C1
Analog RED
SHIELD 1/3
11
C2
Analog Green
DATA 3-
12
C3
Analog Blue
DATA 3+
13
C4
Analog HYNC
DDC POWER
14
C5
A GROUND2
A GROUND 1
15
C6
A GROUND3

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CN4: Gigabit + Dual USB Connector
CN5: Gigabit + Dual USB Connector
CN10: HD Audio Connector
J1: ATX Power Supply Connector
11 1
20 10
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
3.3V
11
1
3.3V
-12V
12
2
3.3V
Ground
13
3
Ground
PS-ON
14
4
+5V
Ground
15
5
Ground
Ground
16
6
+5V
Ground
17
7
Ground
-5V
18
8
Power good
+5V
19
9
5VSB
+5V
20
10
+12V
J2: ATX 12V Power Connector
This connector supplies the CPU operating voltage.
Pin #
Signal Name
1
Ground
2
Ground
3
+12V
4
+12V

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CN7, CN8, CN9, CN11, CN12: SATA3 Connectors
Pin #
Signal Name
1
Ground
2
TX+
3
TX-
4
Ground
5
RX-
6
RX+
7
Ground
JP7, JP6: LVDS Connectors (1st channel, 2nd channel)
The LVDS connectors on board consist of the first channel (LVDS1) and
second channel (LVDS2).
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
TX0-
2
1
TX0+
Ground
4
3
Ground
TX1-
6
5
TX1+
5V/3.3V
8
7
Ground
TX3-
10
9
TX3+
TX2-
12
11
TX2+
Ground
14
13
Ground
TXC-
16
15
TXC+
5V/3.3V
18
17
ENABKL
+12V
20
19
+12V
JP8: LCD Backlight Connector
Pin #
Signal Name
1
+12V
2
Backlight Enable
3
Brightness Control
4
Ground

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J9: Digital I/O Connector (4 in, 4 out)
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
Ground
1
2
+5V
Out3
3
4
Out1
Out2
5
6
Out0
IN3
7
8
IN1
IN2
9
10
IN0
J10, J11, J13, J14: COM6, COM5, COM4, COM3 RS232 Serial
Ports
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
DCD#
1
2
SIN#
SOUT
3
4
DTR
GND
5
6
DSR#
RTS#
7
8
CTS#
RI#
9
X
KEY
JP11: USB Connectors
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
VCC
1
2
GND
D0-
3
4
D1+
D0+
5
6
D1-
GND
7
8
VCC
JP12: SPDIF I/O
Pin #
Signal Name
1
SPDIF IN
2
Ground
3
SPDIF OUT
4
Ground

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J18: Audio Pin Header for Chassis Front Panel
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
MIC IN_L
1
2
Ground
MIC IN_R
3
4
DET
LINE_R
5
6
Ground
Sense
7
8
KEY
LINE_L
9
10
Ground
J19: Power LED
Pin #
Signal Name
1
VCC5
2
VCC5
3
GND
J20: Front Panel Function Connector
Signal Name
Pin #
Pin #
Signal Name
Power BTN
1
2
Power BTN
HDD LED+
3
4
HDD LED-
Reset BTN
5
6
Reset BTN
VCC5
7
8
5VDUAL
CPU_FAN1: CPU Fan Power Connector
Pin #
Signal Name
1
Ground
2
+12V
3
Rotation detection
SYS_FAN1: System Fan Power Connector
Pin #
Signal Name
1
Ground
2
+12V
3
Rotation detection
SYS_FAN2: System Fan Power Connector
Pin #
Signal Name
1
Ground
2
+12V
3
Rotation detection