VIA Technologies VB7009 User manual

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USER MANUAL
VIA VB7009
Flexible Mini-ITX board with
advanced multimedia, I/O,
and connectivity features

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Regulatory Compliance
FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement
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
personal expense.
Notice 1
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.
Notice 3
The product described in this document is designed for general use, VIA Technologies assumes no responsibility for the conflicts or
damages arising from incompatibility of the product. Check compatibility issue with your local sales representatives before placing
an order.

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Battery Recycling and Disposal
Only use the appropriate battery specified for this product.
Do not re-use, recharge, or reheat an old battery.
Do not attempt to force open the battery.
Do not discard used batteries with regular trash.
Discard used batteries according to local regulations.
Safety Precautions
Always read the safety instructions carefully.
Keep this User's Manual for future reference.
All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
Keep this equipment away from humidity.
Put this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
Check the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before connecting the
equipment to the power inlet.
Do not place the power cord where people will step on it.
Always unplug the power cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
If any of the following situations arise, get the equipment checked by authorized service personnel:
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has entered into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment is faulty or you cannot get it work according to User's Manual.
The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
The equipment has an obvious sign of breakage.
Do not leave this equipment in extreme temperatures or in a storage temperature above 60°C (140°F).
The equipment may be damaged.
Do not leave this equipment in direct sunlight.
Never pour any liquid into the opening. Liquid can cause damage or electrical shock.
Do not place anything over the power cord.
Do not cover the ventilation holes. The openings on the enclosure protect the equipment from
overheating.

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Box Contents
1 x VIA VB7009 board
1 x SATA cable
1 x I/O bracket
Ordering Information
Part Number Description
VB7009-12QCE Mini-ITX Board with 1.2GHz VIA Eden®X4 CPU with VGA, LVDS,
8 x USB 2.0, 6 x COM, 2 x Gigabit Ethernet, 2 x SATA, PCI slot,
ATX connector
VB7009-16 Mini-ITX Board with 1.6GHz VIA C7®-D CPU with VGA, LVDS,
8 x USB 2.0, 4 x COM, 2 x Gigabit Ethernet, 2 x SATA, PCI slot,
ATX connector
VB70009-10E Mini-ITX Board with 1.0GHz VIA C7®CPU with VGA, LVDS, 8 x USB 2.0,
4 x COM, 2 x Gigabit Ethernet, 2 x SATA, PCI slot, ATX connector
Optional Accessories
I/O Expansion Cards
Part Number Description
LPC-01 Expansion module for four COM ports
LPC-02 Expansion module for four COM ports (5V or 12V)
LPC-04 Expansion module for two or four COM ports (5V or 12V)
EXT-PCI One to two PCI riser card
Wireless Modules
Part Number Description
EMIO-1533-00A2 VNT9271 IEEE 802.11b/g/n USB Wi-Fi module with assembly kit and
antenna
EMIO-5531-00A1 VAB-820-W IEEE 802.11b/g/n USB Wi-Fi & Bluetooth module with
assembly kit and antenna

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Table of Contents
1. Product Overview ........................................................................................................................1
1.1. Key Features and Benefits ................................................................................................................................1
1.1.1. VIA C7®-D / C7®/ Eden®X4 Processor..................................................................................................1
1.1.2. VIA VX900 MSP ..........................................................................................................................................1
1.1.3. Modular Expansion Options....................................................................................................................1
1.2. Product Specifications ......................................................................................................................................2
1.3. Layout Diagram ..................................................................................................................................................4
1.4. Product Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................5
1.5. Height Distribution............................................................................................................................................6
2. I/O Interface...................................................................................................................................7
2.1. External I/O Ports ..............................................................................................................................................7
2.1.1. PS/2 Ports .....................................................................................................................................................7
2.1.2. VGA Port ......................................................................................................................................................8
2.1.3. COM Port .....................................................................................................................................................8
2.1.4. Parallel Port.................................................................................................................................................9
2.1.5. Gigabit Ethernet Port ...............................................................................................................................10
2.1.6. USB 2.0 Ports .............................................................................................................................................11
2.1.7. Audio Jacks ................................................................................................................................................11
2.2. Onboard IO ......................................................................................................................................................12
2.2.1. ATX Power Connector............................................................................................................................12
2.2.2. CMOS Battery Slot...................................................................................................................................13
2.2.3. Front Panel Pin Header ...........................................................................................................................14
2.2.4. Front Audio Pin Header ..........................................................................................................................15
2.2.5. SMBus Pin Header ....................................................................................................................................16
2.2.6. CPU and System Fan Connectors .........................................................................................................17
2.2.7. SATA Connectors.....................................................................................................................................18
2.2.8. USB 2.0 Pin Headers ................................................................................................................................19
2.2.9. COM Pin Headers.....................................................................................................................................20
2.2.10. PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Pin Header................................................................................................21
2.2.11. LVDS Panel Connector............................................................................................................................22
2.2.12. LVDS Inverter Connector........................................................................................................................24
2.2.13. S/PDIF Connector .....................................................................................................................................25
2.2.14. SPI Pin Header...........................................................................................................................................26
2.2.15. LPC Pin Header .........................................................................................................................................27
2.2.16. Digital I/O Pin Header.............................................................................................................................28
2.2.17. Temperature Sensor Pin Header...........................................................................................................29
3. Jumpers ........................................................................................................................................30
3.1. Clear CMOS Jumper .......................................................................................................................................31
3.2. COM Voltage Jumpers...................................................................................................................................32
3.2.1. COM2 Voltage Jumper ...........................................................................................................................32
3.2.2. COM3 and COM4 Voltage Jumper......................................................................................................33
3.2.3. COM5 and COM6 Voltage Jumper......................................................................................................34
3.3. SATA DOM Power Jumper ...........................................................................................................................35
3.4. LVDS Panel Power Jumper ............................................................................................................................36
3.5. LVDS Inverter Power Jumper........................................................................................................................37
4. Expansion Slots...........................................................................................................................38
4.1. DDR3 Memory Slots .......................................................................................................................................38
4.1.1. Installing a Memory Module..................................................................................................................39
4.1.2. Removing a Memory Module ................................................................................................................40
4.2. PCI Slot ..............................................................................................................................................................41
5. Installing into a Chassis .............................................................................................................42
5.1.1. Suggested Minimum Chassis Dimensions ...........................................................................................42
5.1.2. Suggested Minimum Chassis Height ....................................................................................................43

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5.1.3. Suggested Keepout Areas ......................................................................................................................43
6. BIOS Setup Utility.......................................................................................................................44
6.1. Entering the BIOS Setup Utility ....................................................................................................................44
6.2. Control Keys .....................................................................................................................................................44
6.3. Navigating the BIOS Menus...........................................................................................................................44
6.4. Getting Help.....................................................................................................................................................44
6.5. Main Menu (BIOS for VB7009-16 / VB7009-10E SKU)............................................................................45
6.5.1. Standard CMOS Features .......................................................................................................................45
6.5.2. Advanced BIOS Features ........................................................................................................................45
6.5.3. Advanced Chipset Features ...................................................................................................................45
6.5.4. Integrated Peripherals .............................................................................................................................45
6.5.5. Power Management Setup .....................................................................................................................45
6.5.6. PnP/PCI Configurations............................................................................................................................45
6.5.7. PC Health Status.......................................................................................................................................45
6.5.8. Frequency/Voltage Control ...................................................................................................................45
6.5.9. Load Optimized Defaults .......................................................................................................................46
6.5.10. Set Supervisor Password.........................................................................................................................46
6.5.11. Set User Password....................................................................................................................................46
6.5.12. Save & Exit Setup .....................................................................................................................................46
6.5.13. Exit Without Saving..................................................................................................................................46
6.6. Standard CMOS Features...............................................................................................................................47
6.6.1. Date .............................................................................................................................................................47
6.6.2. Time.............................................................................................................................................................47
6.6.3. Video...........................................................................................................................................................47
6.6.4. Halt On.......................................................................................................................................................47
6.7. IDE Channels ....................................................................................................................................................48
6.8. Advanced BIOS Features ...............................................................................................................................50
6.8.1. Quick Power On Self-Test .....................................................................................................................50
6.8.2. First/Second/Third Boot Device ............................................................................................................50
6.8.3. Boot Other Device ...................................................................................................................................50
6.8.4. Boot Up NumLock Status .......................................................................................................................51
6.8.5. Security Option.........................................................................................................................................51
6.8.6. Full Screen Logo Show...........................................................................................................................51
6.8.7. Summary Screen Show ...........................................................................................................................51
6.9. CPU Feature ......................................................................................................................................................52
6.9.1. Thermal Management..............................................................................................................................52
6.9.2. PMON support..........................................................................................................................................52
6.10. Hard Disk Boot Priority...................................................................................................................................53
6.11. Advanced Chipset Features...........................................................................................................................54
6.11.1. LCD Clock Source Control ....................................................................................................................54
6.11.2. LCD Backlight Control ............................................................................................................................54
6.12. PCIE Bus Control..............................................................................................................................................55
6.12.1. PCIE Root Port...........................................................................................................................................55
6.12.2. PCIE Target Link Speed ...........................................................................................................................55
6.12.3. PCIE PE0 Control ......................................................................................................................................55
6.12.4. PCIE Hot-Reset Enable............................................................................................................................55
6.12.5. PCIE Root-Port-Reset Enable .................................................................................................................55
6.12.6. Maximum Payload Size ...........................................................................................................................55
6.12.7. PCIE ASPM Function ................................................................................................................................55
6.13. UMA & P2P Bridge Control ...........................................................................................................................56
6.13.1. UMA Enable ..............................................................................................................................................56
6.13.2. VGA Share Memory Size ........................................................................................................................56
6.13.3. CPU Direct Access FB..............................................................................................................................56
6.13.4. Select Display Device .............................................................................................................................56
6.13.5. Select Display Device 1..........................................................................................................................56
6.13.6. Select Display Device 2..........................................................................................................................56
6.13.7. Panel Type .................................................................................................................................................56
6.13.8. Engine Clock Control ..............................................................................................................................56

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6.14. CPU & PCI Bus Control...................................................................................................................................57
6.14.1. PCI Master 0 WS Write............................................................................................................................57
6.14.2. PCI Delay Transaction..............................................................................................................................57
6.14.3. SB P2P Bridge ............................................................................................................................................57
6.15. Integrated Peripherals ....................................................................................................................................58
6.16. VIA OnChip IDE Device.................................................................................................................................58
6.16.1. OnChip SATA ...........................................................................................................................................58
6.17. VIA OnChip PCI Device .................................................................................................................................59
6.17.1. Onboard PCIE LAN..................................................................................................................................59
6.17.2. Hide D1F1 ..................................................................................................................................................59
6.17.3. OnChip HDAC Device ............................................................................................................................59
6.17.4. Clear HDA Wake Enable bit..................................................................................................................59
6.17.5. NB HD Audio Codec 1 ...........................................................................................................................59
6.18. SuperIO Device................................................................................................................................................60
6.18.1. Onboard Serial Ports 1 ~ 4....................................................................................................................60
6.18.2. Onboard Parallel Port.............................................................................................................................60
6.18.3. Parallel Port Mode...................................................................................................................................60
6.18.4. ECP Mode Use DMA ...............................................................................................................................60
6.19. USB Device Setting..........................................................................................................................................61
6.19.1. USB 1.0 Controller...................................................................................................................................61
6.19.2. USB 2.0 Controller...................................................................................................................................61
6.19.3. USB Operation Mode..............................................................................................................................61
6.19.4. USB Keyboard Function ..........................................................................................................................61
6.19.5. USB Mouse Function................................................................................................................................61
6.19.6. USB Storage Function ..............................................................................................................................61
6.20. Power Management Setup ............................................................................................................................62
6.20.1. EuP/ErP Lot6 ..............................................................................................................................................62
6.20.2. ACPI Suspend Type .................................................................................................................................62
6.20.3. Soft-Off by PWRBTN ...............................................................................................................................62
6.20.4. Run VGABIOS if S3 Resume...................................................................................................................62
6.20.5. AC Loss Auto Restart...............................................................................................................................63
6.20.6. HPET Support............................................................................................................................................63
6.20.7. WDRT Support..........................................................................................................................................63
6.20.8. WDRT Run/Stop........................................................................................................................................63
6.20.9. WDRT Count .............................................................................................................................................63
6.21. Wakeup Event Detect.....................................................................................................................................64
6.21.1. PS2KB Wakeup Select .............................................................................................................................64
6.21.2. PS2KB Wakeup Key Select .....................................................................................................................64
6.21.3. PS2MS Wakeup Key Select ....................................................................................................................64
6.21.4. PS2 Keyboard Power ON .......................................................................................................................64
6.21.5. PS2 Mouse Power ON ............................................................................................................................64
6.21.6. RTC Alarm Resume ..................................................................................................................................64
6.21.7. Date (of Month)........................................................................................................................................65
6.21.8. Resume Time (hh:mm:ss)........................................................................................................................65
6.22. PnP/PCI Configurations ...................................................................................................................................66
6.22.1. Init Display First ........................................................................................................................................66
6.22.2. Resources Controlled By........................................................................................................................66
6.23. PC Health Status ..............................................................................................................................................67
6.24. Frequency/Voltage Control...........................................................................................................................68
6.24.1. DRAM Clock..............................................................................................................................................68
6.24.2. Spread Spectrum......................................................................................................................................68
6.25. Load Optimized Defaults ..............................................................................................................................69
6.26. Set Supervisor/User Password ......................................................................................................................70
6.27. Save & Exit Setup.............................................................................................................................................71
6.28. Exit Without Saving .........................................................................................................................................71
6.29. Main Menu (BIOS for VB7009-12QCE SKU)..............................................................................................72
6.29.1. AMIBIOS.....................................................................................................................................................72
6.29.2. Processor....................................................................................................................................................72
6.29.3. System Memory ........................................................................................................................................72

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6.29.4. System Time ..............................................................................................................................................72
6.29.5. System Date...............................................................................................................................................72
6.30. Advanced Settings...........................................................................................................................................73
6.30.1. CPU Configuration....................................................................................................................................74
6.30.2. IDE Configuration .....................................................................................................................................74
6.30.3. SuperIO Configuration ............................................................................................................................75
6.30.3.1. Serial Ports 1 to 6 Address.......................................................................................................... 75
6.30.3.2. Parallel Port .................................................................................................................................... 75
6.30.3.2.1. Parallel Port Mode ................................................................................................................ 75
6.30.4. Hardware Health Configuration............................................................................................................76
6.30.4.1. CPU FAN Mode Setting................................................................................................................ 76
6.30.4.2. System FAN Mode Setting........................................................................................................... 76
6.30.5. ACPI Settings .............................................................................................................................................77
6.30.5.1. Suspend Mode ............................................................................................................................... 77
6.30.5.2. ACPI Version Features .................................................................................................................. 77
6.30.5.3. USB S4 Wakeup ............................................................................................................................. 77
6.30.6. APM Settings .............................................................................................................................................78
6.30.6.1. Power Button Mode...................................................................................................................... 78
6.30.6.2. Restore on AC/Power Loss.......................................................................................................... 78
6.30.6.3. Resume on PS/2 KBC..................................................................................................................... 79
6.30.6.4. Wake-Up Key.................................................................................................................................. 79
6.30.6.5. Wake-Up Password ....................................................................................................................... 79
6.30.6.6. Resume on PS/2 Mouse ................................................................................................................ 79
6.30.6.7. PCI LAN S5 Wakeup ..................................................................................................................... 79
6.30.6.8. Resume on RTC Alarm ................................................................................................................. 79
6.30.6.9. RTC Alarm Date (Days) ................................................................................................................ 80
6.30.6.10. System Time .............................................................................................................................. 80
6.30.7. Spread Spectrum Configuration............................................................................................................80
6.30.7.1. Spread Spectrum Setting ............................................................................................................. 80
6.30.8. USB Configuration ....................................................................................................................................81
6.30.8.1. Legacy USB Support...................................................................................................................... 81
6.30.8.2. USB2.0 Controller Mode ............................................................................................................. 81
6.30.9. CRB Configuration ....................................................................................................................................82
6.30.9.1. VT6130 LAN Control.................................................................................................................... 82
6.30.9.2. LAN Option ROM.......................................................................................................................... 82
6.31. Boot Settings.....................................................................................................................................................83
6.31.1. Boot Settings Configuration ...................................................................................................................83
6.31.1.1. Quick Boot ...................................................................................................................................... 84
6.31.1.2. Quiet Boot....................................................................................................................................... 84
6.31.1.3. Bootup Num-Lock ......................................................................................................................... 84
6.31.1.4. Wait for ‘F1’ if Error....................................................................................................................... 84
6.31.1.5. Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display ........................................................................................................... 84
6.32. Security Settings...............................................................................................................................................85
6.32.1. Security Settings .......................................................................................................................................85
6.32.1.1. Change Supervisor Password...................................................................................................... 85
6.32.1.2. Password Check ............................................................................................................................. 85
6.33. Advanced Chipset Settings ...........................................................................................................................86
6.33.1. North Bridge VIA VX900 Configuration..............................................................................................86
6.33.1.1. DRAM Clock/Timing Configuration ........................................................................................... 87
6.33.1.1.1. DRAM Clock ........................................................................................................................... 87
6.33.1.2. OnChip VGA Configuration ........................................................................................................ 88
6.33.1.2.1. Select Display Device 1 and 2............................................................................................ 88
6.33.1.2.2. Panel Type............................................................................................................................... 88
6.33.1.2.3. VGA Share Memory (Frame Buffer) ................................................................................... 88
6.33.1.2.4. CPU Direct Access Frame Buffer ........................................................................................ 88
6.33.1.2.5. LCD Clock Source Control .................................................................................................. 89
6.33.1.2.6. LCD Backlight Control .......................................................................................................... 89
6.33.2. South Bridge VIA VX900 Configuration ..............................................................................................89
6.33.2.1. OnChip HDAC Device ................................................................................................................. 89

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6.33.2.2. WATCHDOG Timer Enable ........................................................................................................ 89
6.33.2.3. Eup/ErP Lot6 support.................................................................................................................... 89
6.34. Exit Options ......................................................................................................................................................90
6.34.1. Save Changes and Exit ............................................................................................................................90
6.34.2. Discard Changes and Exit .......................................................................................................................90
6.34.3. Discard Changes .......................................................................................................................................90
6.34.4. Load Optimal Defaults ...........................................................................................................................90
7. Software and Technical Support .............................................................................................91
7.1 Microsoft and Linux Support.........................................................................................................................91
7.1.1. Driver Installation .....................................................................................................................................91
7.2 Technical Support and Assistance...............................................................................................................91
Appendix A. Installing Wireless Accessories ..............................................................................92
A.1. Installing the VIA EMIO-1533 USB Wi-Fi Module.......................................................................................92
A.2. Installing the VIA EMIO-5531 USB Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Module ...............................................................94
Appendix B. Power Consumption Report.....................................................................................96
B.1. VB7009-16.............................................................................................................................................................96
B.1.1. System Idle – Windows 7 32-bit..............................................................................................................96
B.1.2. S3 Status – Windows 7 Sleep...................................................................................................................96
B.1.3. MP3 Playback – Windows Media Player10 ............................................................................................96
B.1.4. DVD Playback – PowerDVD 8.0 ...............................................................................................................96
B.1.5. Graphics – Run 3DMarks’06.......................................................................................................................97
B.1.6. Functional Test – Run Passmark BurnIn test 6.0 ....................................................................................97
B.1.7. Network Access <Single LAN> – Gigabit Ethernet File Transmitting.............................................97
B.1.8. Network Access <Dual LAN> – Gigabit Ethernet File Transmitting ...............................................97
B.2. VB7009-10E...........................................................................................................................................................98
B.2.1. System Idle – Windows 7 32-bit..............................................................................................................98
B.2.2. S3 Status – Windows 7 Sleep...................................................................................................................98
B.2.3. MP3 Playback – Windows Media Player10 ............................................................................................98
B.2.4. DVD Playback – PowerDVD 8.0...............................................................................................................98
B.2.5. Graphics – Run 3DMarks’06.......................................................................................................................99
B.2.6. Functional Test – Run Passmark BurnIn test 6.0 ....................................................................................99
B.2.7. Network Access <Single LAN> – Gigabit Ethernet File Transmitting.............................................99
B.2.8. Network Access <Dual LAN> – Gigabit Ethernet File Transmitting ...............................................99
B.3. VB7009-12QCE ................................................................................................................................................. 100
B.3.1. System Idle – Windows 7 64bit ............................................................................................................ 100
B.3.2. S3 Status – Windows 7 Sleep (EuP Disable)...................................................................................... 100
B.3.3. MP3 Playback – Windows Media Player10 ......................................................................................... 101
B.3.4. MP4 Playback –KM Player10................................................................................................................... 101
B.3.5. Graphics – Run 3DMarks’06.................................................................................................................... 101
B.3.6. Functional Test – Run Passmark BurnIn test 6.0 ................................................................................. 102
B.3.7. Network Access <Dual LAN> – Gigabit Ethernet File Transmitting ............................................ 102
B.3.8. S5 Status – Windows 7 Shut down (EuP Disable) ............................................................................ 102
B.3.9. S5 Status – Windows 7 Shut down (EuP Enable) ............................................................................. 103
Appendix C. Mating Connector Vendors List............................................................................ 104

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Lists of Figures
Figure 1: Layout diagram of the VIA VB7009 board (top side) ..................................................................................4
Figure 2: Mounting holes and dimensions of the VIA VB7009 ...................................................................................5
Figure 3: External I/O port dimensions of the VIA VB7009.........................................................................................5
Figure 4: Height distribution of the VIA VB7009 (for fan model)..............................................................................6
Figure 5: Back panel I/O ports............................................................................................................................................7
Figure 6: PS/2 ports diagram ...............................................................................................................................................7
Figure 7: VGA port diagram................................................................................................................................................8
Figure 8: COM port diagram...............................................................................................................................................8
Figure 9: Parallel port diagram...........................................................................................................................................9
Figure 10: Gigabit Ethernet port diagram ..................................................................................................................... 10
Figure 11: USB 2.0 port diagram ..................................................................................................................................... 11
Figure 12: Audio jack receptacle stack diagram.......................................................................................................... 11
Figure 13: ATX power connector diagram................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 14: CMOS battery slot diagram .......................................................................................................................... 13
Figure 15: Front panel pin header diagram .................................................................................................................. 14
Figure 16: Front audio pin header diagram .................................................................................................................. 15
Figure 17: SMBus pin header diagram ........................................................................................................................... 16
Figure 18: CPU and System fan connectors diagram.................................................................................................. 17
Figure 19: SATA connectors diagram ............................................................................................................................ 18
Figure 20: USB 2.0 pin header diagram ......................................................................................................................... 19
Figure 21: COM pin headers diagram............................................................................................................................ 20
Figure 22: PS/2 keyboard and mouse pin header diagram ....................................................................................... 21
Figure 23: LVDS panel connector diagram................................................................................................................... 22
Figure 24: LVDS inverter connector diagram ............................................................................................................... 24
Figure 25: S/PDIF connector diagram............................................................................................................................. 25
Figure 26: SPI pin header diagram .................................................................................................................................. 26
Figure 27: LPC pin header diagram................................................................................................................................. 27
Figure 28: Digital I/O pin header diagram .................................................................................................................... 28
Figure 29: Temperature sensor pin header diagram................................................................................................... 29
Figure 30: Jumper settings example............................................................................................................................... 30
Figure 31: Clear CMOS jumper diagram ....................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 32: COM2 voltage jumper diagram ................................................................................................................... 32
Figure 33: COM3 and COM4 voltage jumper diagram.............................................................................................. 33
Figure 34: COM5 and COM6 voltage jumper diagram.............................................................................................. 34
Figure 35: SATA DOM power jumper diagram ........................................................................................................... 35
Figure 36: LVDS panel power jumper diagram ........................................................................................................... 36
Figure 37: LVDS inverter power jumper diagram........................................................................................................ 37
Figure 38: DDR3 memory slot diagram ......................................................................................................................... 38
Figure 39: Unlocking the memory DIMM slot.............................................................................................................. 39
Figure 40: Inserting the memory module...................................................................................................................... 39
Figure 41: Locking the memory module ....................................................................................................................... 39
Figure 42: Removing the memory module ................................................................................................................... 40
Figure 43: PCI slot diagram .............................................................................................................................................. 41
Figure 44: Suggested minimum chassis dimensions ................................................................................................... 42
Figure 45: Suggested minimum internal chassis ceiling height................................................................................ 43
Figure 46: Suggested keepout areas .............................................................................................................................. 43
Figure 47: Illustration of the Main menu screen (for VB7009-16/VB7009-10E SKU) .......................................... 45
Figure 48: Illustration of the Standard CMOS Features screen................................................................................ 47
Figure 49: Illustration of the IDE Channel 0 Master screen ...................................................................................... 48
Figure 50: Illustration of the IDE Channel 0 Slave screen......................................................................................... 48
Figure 51: Illustration of the Advanced BIOS Features screen ................................................................................ 50
Figure 52: Illustration of the CPU Feature screen ....................................................................................................... 52
Figure 53: Illustration of the Hard Disk Boot Priority screen.................................................................................... 53
Figure 54: Illustration of the Advanced Chipset Features screen............................................................................ 54
Figure 55: Illustration of the PCIE Bus Control screen............................................................................................... 55
Figure 56: Illustration of the UMA & P2P Bridge Control screen............................................................................ 56
Figure 57: Illustration of the CPU & PCI Bus Control screen.................................................................................... 57

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Figure 58: Illustration of the Integrated Peripherals screen...................................................................................... 58
Figure 59: Illustration of the VIA OnChip IDE Device screen .................................................................................. 58
Figure 60: Illustration of the VIA OnChip PCI Device screen .................................................................................. 59
Figure 61: Illustration of the SuperIO Device screen................................................................................................. 60
Figure 62: Illustration of the USB Device Setting screen........................................................................................... 61
Figure 63: Illustration of the Power Management Setup screen.............................................................................. 62
Figure 64: Illustration of the Wakeup Event Detect screen...................................................................................... 64
Figure 65: Illustration of the PnP/PCI Configurations screen .................................................................................... 66
Figure 66: Illustration of the PC Health Status screen ............................................................................................... 67
Figure 67: Illustration of the Frequency/Voltage Control screen............................................................................ 68
Figure 68: Illustration of the Load Optimized Defaults screen ............................................................................... 69
Figure 69: Illustration of the Set Supervisor/User Password screen ....................................................................... 70
Figure 70: Illustration of the Save & Exit Setup screen.............................................................................................. 71
Figure 71: Illustration of the Exit Without Saving screen .......................................................................................... 71
Figure 72: Illustration of the Main menu screen (for VB7009-12QCE SKU) ......................................................... 72
Figure 73: Illustration of the Advanced Settings screen............................................................................................ 73
Figure 74: Illustration of the CPU Configuration screen ............................................................................................ 74
Figure 75: Illustration of IDE Configuration screen..................................................................................................... 74
Figure 76: Illustration of SuperIO Configuration screen............................................................................................ 75
Figure 77: Illustration of Hardware Health Configuration screen ........................................................................... 76
Figure 78: Illustration of ACPI Configuration screen .................................................................................................. 77
Figure 79: Illustration of APM Configuration screen .................................................................................................. 78
Figure 80: Illustration of Spread Spectrum Configuration screen ........................................................................... 80
Figure 81: Illustration of USB Configuration screen.................................................................................................... 81
Figure 82: Illustration of CRB Configuration screen.................................................................................................... 82
Figure 83: Illustration of Boot Settings screen............................................................................................................. 83
Figure 84: Illustration of Boot Settings Configuration screen................................................................................... 83
Figure 85: Illustration of Security Settings screen....................................................................................................... 85
Figure 86: Illustration of Advanced Chipset Settings screen.................................................................................... 86
Figure 87: Illustration of North Bridge VIA VX900 Configuration screen ............................................................. 86
Figure 88: Illustration of DRAM Frequency/Timing Configuration screen ............................................................. 87
Figure 89: Illustration of OnChip VGA Configuration screen .................................................................................. 88
Figure 90: Illustration of South Bridge VIA VX900 Configuration screen.............................................................. 89
Figure 91: Illustration of Exit Options screen .............................................................................................................. 90
Figure 92: Installing the VIA EMIO-1533 module to the chassis ............................................................................ 92
Figure 93: Connecting the USB Wi-Fi cable (VIA EMIO-1533)................................................................................ 92
Figure 94: Installing Wi-Fi antenna cable (VIA EMIO-1533) .................................................................................... 93
Figure 95: Connecting Wi-Fi antenna cable to the micro-RF connector (VIA EMIO-1533) .............................. 93
Figure 96: Installing the VIA EMIO-5531 module to the chassis ............................................................................ 94
Figure 97: Connecting the USB Wi-Fi cable (VIA EMIO-5531)................................................................................ 94
Figure 98: Installing Wi-Fi antenna cable (VIA EMIO-5531) .................................................................................... 95
Figure 99: Connecting Wi-Fi antenna cable to the micro-RF connector (VIA EMIO-5531) .............................. 95

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Lists of Tables
Table 1: PS/2 port pinouts ..................................................................................................................................................7
Table 2: VGA port pinouts..................................................................................................................................................8
Table 3: COM port pinouts.................................................................................................................................................8
Table 4: Parallel port pinouts ............................................................................................................................................9
Table 5: Gigabit Ethernet port pinouts ......................................................................................................................... 10
Table 6: Gigabit Ethernet LED color definition ........................................................................................................... 10
Table 7: USB 2.0 port pinouts ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Table 8: Audio jack receptacle pinouts ........................................................................................................................ 11
Table 9: ATX power connector pinouts ....................................................................................................................... 12
Table 10: CMOS battery slot pinouts............................................................................................................................ 13
Table 11: Front panel pin header pinouts .................................................................................................................... 14
Table 12: Front audio pin header pinouts .................................................................................................................... 15
Table 13: SMBus pin header pinout............................................................................................................................... 16
Table 14: CPU and System fan connectors pinouts ................................................................................................... 17
Table 15: SATA connectors pinouts .............................................................................................................................. 18
Table 16: USB 2.0 pin header pinouts........................................................................................................................... 19
Table 17: COM pin header pinouts ............................................................................................................................... 20
Table 18: PS/2 keyboard and mouse pin header pinouts ......................................................................................... 21
Table 19: LVDS panel connector pinouts (dual-channel)........................................................................................ 22
Table 20: LVDS panel connector pinouts (single-channel) ..................................................................................... 23
Table 21: LVDS inverter connector pinouts................................................................................................................. 24
Table 22: S/PDIF connector pinouts............................................................................................................................... 25
Table 23: SPI pin header pinouts.................................................................................................................................... 26
Table 24: LPC pin header pinouts .................................................................................................................................. 27
Table 25: Digital I/O pin header pinouts...................................................................................................................... 28
Table 26: Temperature sensor pin header pinouts .................................................................................................... 29
Table 27: Clear CMOS jumper settings ........................................................................................................................ 31
Table 28: COM2 voltage jumper settings .................................................................................................................... 32
Table 29: COM3 and COM4 voltage jumper settings............................................................................................... 33
Table 30: COM5 and COM6 voltage jumper settings............................................................................................... 34
Table 31: SATA DOM power jumper settings ............................................................................................................ 35
Table 32: LVDS panel power jumper settings............................................................................................................. 36
Table 33: LVDS inverter power jumper settings ......................................................................................................... 37
Table 34: Serial port addresses and IRQs .................................................................................................................... 75
Table 35: VIA VB7009 mating connector vendors list ............................................................................................104

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1. Product Overview
The VIA VB7009 is an entry-level native x86 board designed mainly for embedded and thin client
applications. It can also be used for various domain applications such as desktop PC, industrial PC, etc.
The VIA VB7009 is based on the VIA VX900 MSP that features the VIA C-9 HD DX9 with 3D/2D graphics
and video accelerators for rich digital media performance.
The VIA VB7009 includes a secure and power efficient VIA C7®-D / C7®/ Eden®X4 processor. The VIA
C7®-D / C7® / Eden®X4 processor includes the VIA Padlock Security Engine, VIA StepAhead™Technology
Suite, VIA PowerSaver™and VIA CoolStream™technology.
The VIA VB7009 has one 1066MHz DDR3 DIMM slot that supports up to 4GB memory size. The VIA
VB7009 provides support for high fidelity audio with its included VIA VT1708S High Definition Audio
codec. In addition it supports two SATA 3Gb/s storage devices.
The VIA VB7009 is compatible with a full range of Mini-ITX chassis as well as FlexATX and MicroATX
enclosures and power supplies. The VIA VB7009 is fully compatible with Microsoft®and Linux operating
systems.
1.1. Key Features and Benefits
1.1.1. VIA C7®-D / C7®/ Eden®X4 Processor
The VIA C7®-D / C7®/ Eden®X4 is an x86 processor packed into an ultra-compact package (measuring
21mm x 21mm). It delivers an energy-efficient yet powerful performance, with cool and quiet operation
that makes it ideal for embedded system applications.
The VIA C7®-D / C7®is a single core 32-bit processor based on 90nm process technology, and it is the
world’s first Carbon Free processor.
The VIA Eden®X4 processor is a new processor generation, designed for high performance computing,
surpassing the existing VIA QuadCore. The VIA Eden®X4 processor is a multi-core, super scalar, out-of-
order architecture and is manufactured using advanced 28nm CMOS technology. This architecture and
process technology provides a highly compatible, high- performance, and low-power consumption
solution for any computing market.
1.1.2. VIA VX900 MSP
The VIA VX900 MSP is designed to enable high quality digital video streaming and DVD playback in a
new generation of fanless, small form factor PCs and IA devices. The VIA VX900 MSP features VIA C-9 HD
DX9 with 3D/2D graphics and video acceleration, DDR3 1066/800 support, motion compensation and
dual display support to ensure a rich overall entertainment experience.
1.1.3. Modular Expansion Options
The VIA VB7009 ensures long-term usability with its support for industry standard expansion options. Its
support for legacy PCI expansion cards helps to smooth and reduce the costs of transitioning to newer
expansion technologies. The VIA VB7009 enables companies to slowly roll out upgrades as necessary
instead of having to replace everything all at once. This ensures that companies using the VIA VB7009
obtain the maximum benefits from its past investments in PCI expansion cards.

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1.2. Product Specifications
Processor
1.6 GHz VIA C7®-D (for VB7009-16 SKU) – with fan
1.0GHz VIA C7®(for VB7009-10E SKU) – fanless
1.2GHz VIA Eden®X4 (for VB7009-12QCE SKU) – fanless
Chipset
VIA VX900 Media System Processor
BIOS
AMI BIOS, 8Mbit Flash memory
System Memory
1 x DDR3 1066 slot
Supports up to 4GB memory size
Storage
2 x SATA connectors
Graphics
Integrated VIA C-9 HD DX9 3D/2D AGP graphics with MPEG-2, WMV9, VC-1, and H.264 video
decoding acceleration
LAN
2 x VIA VT6130 PCIe Gigabit Ethernet controllers
Audio
VIA VT1708S High Definition Audio Codec
SuperIO
Fintek F81865F-1
Expansion I/O
1 x PCI slot
Onboard I/O Connectors
2 x USB 2.0 pin headers for 4 USB ports
2 x SATA connectors
1 x Front audio pin header for Line-out and Mic-in
1 x Front panel pin header
1 x PS/2 keyboard and mouse pin header
1 x Digital I/O pin header (4 GPI + 4 GPO)
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x System fan connector
3 x COM pin headers (powered with selectable 5V/12V) (available only for VB7009-16 &
VB7009-10E SKU)
5 x COM pin headers (powered with selectable 5V/12V) (available only for VB7009-12QCE SKU)
1 x PCI slot
1 x Dual-channel 18/24 bit LVDS panel connector
1 x LVDS inverter connector
1 x LPC pin header
1 x S/PDIF connector
1 x SPI pin header
1 x SMBus pin header
1 x Temperature sensor pin header
1 x ATX power connector (20-pin)
1 x Buzzer

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Onboard Jumper
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x COM2 voltage jumper
1 x COM3 and COM4 voltage jumper
1 x COM5 and COM6 voltage jumper (available only for VB7009-12QCE SKU)
1 x SATA DOM power jumper
1 x LVDS panel power jumper (5V/3.3V)
1 x LVDS inverter power jumper (5V/12V)
Back Panel I/O
1 x VGA port
1 x COM port
1 x Parallel port
2 x Gigabit Ethernet ports
4 x USB 2.0 ports
2 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
3 x Audio jacks: Line-in, Line-out, and Mic-in
Power Supply
ATX power connector
Operating System
Windows 7
Windows Embedded Standard 7
Windows Embedded POSReady 7
Windows CE
Linux
System Monitoring & Management
Wake-on LAN
Wake-on keyboard
Wake-on mouse
RTC timer to power on
AC power failure recovery
Operating Temperature
0°C ~ 60°C
Operating Humidity
0% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
Form Factor
Mini-ITX (17cm x 17cm, 6.7” x 6.7”)
Compliance
CE
FCC
Note:
As the operating temperature provided in the specifications is a result of testing performed in a testing
chamber,a number of variables can influence this result. Please note that the working temperature may vary
depending on the actual situation and environment. It is highly recommended to execute a solid testing
program and take all variables into consideration when building the system. Please ensure that the system is
stable at the required operating temperature in terms of application.

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1.3. Layout Diagram
Figure 1: Layout diagram of the VIA VB7009 board (top side)
Note:
The additional COM pin headers labeled “COM5” and “COM6” are available only in the VB7009-12QCE SKU.

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1.4. Product Dimensions
Figure 2: Mounting holes and dimensions of the VIA VB7009
Figure 3: External I/O port dimensions of the VIA VB7009

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1.5. Height Distribution
Figure 4: Height distribution of the VIA VB7009 (for fan model)

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2. I/O Interface
The VIA VB7009 has a wide selection of interfaces, and includes a selection of frequently used ports as
part of the external I/O coastline.
2.1. External I/O Ports
Figure 5: Back panel I/O ports
2.1.1. PS/2 Ports
The VIA VB7009 has two integrated PS/2 ports for a keyboard and mouse. Each port is using the 6-pin
Mini-DIN connector. The color purple is use for a PS/2 keyboard while the color green is use for a PS/2
mouse. The pinouts of the PS/2 ports are shown below.
Figure 6: PS/2 ports diagram
Table 1: PS/2 port pinouts
Pin
Signal
1 Data
2
NC
3 GND
4
+5V
5 Clock
6 NC

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2.1.2. VGA Port
The integrated 15-pin VGA port uses a female DE-15 connector. The VGA port is for connecting to analog
displays. The pinouts of the VGA port are shown below.
Figure 7: VGA port diagram
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
VGA-R
9
+5V
2
VGA-G
10
GND
3
VGA-B
11
NC
4
NC
12
VGA-SPD
5
GND
13
VGA_HS
6
GND
14
VGA_VS
7
GND
15
VGA-SPCLK
8
GND
Table 2: VGA port pinouts
2.1.3. COM Port
The integrated 9-pin COM port uses a male DE-9 connector. The COM (COM1) port supports the RS-232
standard. The pinouts of the COM port are shown below.
Figure 8: COM port diagram
Table 3: COM port pinouts
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
RIN11/-DCD1
6
RIN21/-DSR1
2
RIN31/SIN1
7
DOUT11/-RTS1
3
DOUT21/SOUT1
8
RIN41/-CTS1
4
DOUT31/-DTR1
9
-XRI1/-RI1
5
GND