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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Specifications 1-1 Mainboard Specifications 1-2 Mainboard Layout 1-4 Back Panel Ports 1-5 Slots 1-5 Onboard Connectors and Jumpers 1-6 Chapter 2: Installation 2-1 CPU Installation 2-2 Memory Module Installation 2-4 Connecting the Power Supply 2-6 Back Panel Ports 2-7 Connectors 2-11 ...
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Specifications 1-1 Mainboard Specifications 1-2 Mainboard Layout 1-4 Back Panel Ports 1-5 Slots 1-5 Onboard Connectors and Jumpers 1-6 Chapter 2: Installation 2-1 CPU Installation 2-2 Memory Module Installation 2-4 Connecting the Power Supply 2-6 Back Panel Ports 2-7 Connectors 2-11 ...
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..., ergonomic, innovative and affordable embedded systems. Through high level of integration, mini-ITX only occupy 66% of the size of the company's open industry-wide total connectivity initiative. Chapter 1 Specifications The ultra-compact and highly intergrated VIA EPIA-M Mini-ITX Mainboard is the smallest form factor mainboard specification available today, developed by VIA Technologies, Inc. as part of FlexATX...
..., ergonomic, innovative and affordable embedded systems. Through high level of integration, mini-ITX only occupy 66% of the size of the company's open industry-wide total connectivity initiative. Chapter 1 Specifications The ultra-compact and highly intergrated VIA EPIA-M Mini-ITX Mainboard is the smallest form factor mainboard specification available today, developed by VIA Technologies, Inc. as part of FlexATX...
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Chapter 1 Mainboard Specifications CPU • VIA C3 / EDEN EBGA Processor (on board) • Enhanced Ball Grid Array Package (EBGA) • Internal L1 128KB and L2 64KB cache memory Chipset • VIA CLE266 North Bridge • VT8235 South Bridge Graphics • Integrated UniChrome graphics with ...slot • 2 X UltraDMA 66 / 100 / 133 Connector LAN • VIA VT6103 10 / 100 Base-T Ethernet PHY USB • USB v2.0 / v1.1 Firewire • IEEE 1394; VIA VT6307S 2-port Firewire TV-Out (optional) • VIA VT1622/M (Macrovision) TV-Out Controller • Supports 640 x 480, 800 ...
Chapter 1 Mainboard Specifications CPU • VIA C3 / EDEN EBGA Processor (on board) • Enhanced Ball Grid Array Package (EBGA) • Internal L1 128KB and L2 64KB cache memory Chipset • VIA CLE266 North Bridge • VT8235 South Bridge Graphics • Integrated UniChrome graphics with ...slot • 2 X UltraDMA 66 / 100 / 133 Connector LAN • VIA VT6103 10 / 100 Base-T Ethernet PHY USB • USB v2.0 / v1.1 Firewire • IEEE 1394; VIA VT6307S 2-port Firewire TV-Out (optional) • VIA VT1622/M (Macrovision) TV-Out Controller • Supports 640 x 480, 800 ...
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... Memory Module Installation Connecting the Power Supply Back Panel Ports Connectors Jumpers Slots 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-7 2-11 2-19 2-20 2-1 Static electricity can damage some components. While installing the mainboard, carefully hold the components and closely follow the installation procedures.
... Memory Module Installation Connecting the Power Supply Back Panel Ports Connectors Jumpers Slots 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-7 2-11 2-19 2-20 2-1 Static electricity can damage some components. While installing the mainboard, carefully hold the components and closely follow the installation procedures.
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... (system fan) run on +12V and maintain system cooling. The black wire is an additional FAN connector. Chapter 2 CPU The VIA EPIA-M Mini-ITX Mainboard includes an embedded VIA Eden Processor or VIA C3TM E-Series Processor. SYSFAN CPUFAN Sensor +12V GND FAN3 The VIA C3TM E-Series Processor With low power consumption and advanced thermal dissipation properties, the embedded...
... (system fan) run on +12V and maintain system cooling. The black wire is an additional FAN connector. Chapter 2 CPU The VIA EPIA-M Mini-ITX Mainboard includes an embedded VIA Eden Processor or VIA C3TM E-Series Processor. SYSFAN CPUFAN Sensor +12V GND FAN3 The VIA C3TM E-Series Processor With low power consumption and advanced thermal dissipation properties, the embedded...
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The modules will only fit if placed in place (see picture below). 2-4 DDR SDRAM Module Installation Procedures 1. Align the DDR SDRAM module with the corresponding notches on the DIMM slot. Chapter 2 Memory Module Installation The VIA EPIA-M Mini-ITX Mainboard provides one 184-pin DIMM slot for DDR266 SDRAM memory modules. With both hands, press the DDR SDRAM module down into the DIMM slot so that the white retaining latches rotate up and secure the module in the correct position. 3. Push the white retaining latches at either end of the DIMM slot outwards. 2.
The modules will only fit if placed in place (see picture below). 2-4 DDR SDRAM Module Installation Procedures 1. Align the DDR SDRAM module with the corresponding notches on the DIMM slot. Chapter 2 Memory Module Installation The VIA EPIA-M Mini-ITX Mainboard provides one 184-pin DIMM slot for DDR266 SDRAM memory modules. With both hands, press the DDR SDRAM module down into the DIMM slot so that the white retaining latches rotate up and secure the module in the correct position. 3. Push the white retaining latches at either end of the DIMM slot outwards. 2.
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Installation Available DDR SDRAM Configurations Refer to the table below for available DDR SDRAM configurations on the mainboard. Slot Memory Module DIMM (Bank 0 & 1) 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB Maximum System Memory Supported Total Memory 64 MB - 1 GB 64 MB - 1 GB 2-5
Installation Available DDR SDRAM Configurations Refer to the table below for available DDR SDRAM configurations on the mainboard. Slot Memory Module DIMM (Bank 0 & 1) 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB Maximum System Memory Supported Total Memory 64 MB - 1 GB 64 MB - 1 GB 2-5
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... 3.3V 12 -12V 13 GND 14 PS_ON 15 GND 16 GND 17 GND 18 NC 19 5V 20 5V 2-6 Chapter 2 Connecting the Power Supply The VIA EPIA-M Mini-ITX Mainboard requires an ATX power supply to ensure that all components are correctly aligned. Then, push down the power supply plug firmly into the connector. Before...
... 3.3V 12 -12V 13 GND 14 PS_ON 15 GND 16 GND 17 GND 18 NC 19 5V 20 5V 2-6 Chapter 2 Connecting the Power Supply The VIA EPIA-M Mini-ITX Mainboard requires an ATX power supply to ensure that all components are correctly aligned. Then, push down the power supply plug firmly into the connector. Before...
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... female) 5 6 Signal Mouse DATA NC GND VCC Mouse Clock NC Description Mouse data No connection Ground +5V Mouse clock No connection Keyboard Port: PS2_KB The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 keyboard connector for attaching a PS/2 mouse. Pin Signal Description 6 5 1 4 3 2 2 1 3 4 PS2 Keyboard (6-pin female) 5 Keyboard DATA NC GND VCC Keyboard ...: PS2_MS RJ45 Parallel (LPT1) Installation Line-In Line-Out Microphone PS2_KB VGA Out USB S-Video RCA / SPDIF COM1 Mouse Port: PS2_MS The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 mouse connector for attaching a PS/2 keyboard.
... female) 5 6 Signal Mouse DATA NC GND VCC Mouse Clock NC Description Mouse data No connection Ground +5V Mouse clock No connection Keyboard Port: PS2_KB The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 keyboard connector for attaching a PS/2 mouse. Pin Signal Description 6 5 1 4 3 2 2 1 3 4 PS2 Keyboard (6-pin female) 5 Keyboard DATA NC GND VCC Keyboard ...: PS2_MS RJ45 Parallel (LPT1) Installation Line-In Line-Out Microphone PS2_KB VGA Out USB S-Video RCA / SPDIF COM1 Mouse Port: PS2_MS The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 mouse connector for attaching a PS/2 keyboard.
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USB Ports The mainboard provides 2 USB 2.0 ports. Pin Signal Description 1 VCC + 5V 2 - Chapter 2 VGA Out A DB-15 pin female connector that connects to the Local Area Network (LAN). USB-... port. See SPDIF_SEL in NTSC and PAL modes. DATA Negative data channel 3 + DATA Positive data channel 4 GND Ground 1 234 RJ45 10/100 NIC Port The mainboard provides one standard RJ-45 port for more details. 2-8 RCA Video or S/PDIF Port This dual function port may be plugged directly into these ports...
USB Ports The mainboard provides 2 USB 2.0 ports. Pin Signal Description 1 VCC + 5V 2 - Chapter 2 VGA Out A DB-15 pin female connector that connects to the Local Area Network (LAN). USB-... port. See SPDIF_SEL in NTSC and PAL modes. DATA Negative data channel 3 + DATA Positive data channel 4 GND Ground 1 234 RJ45 10/100 NIC Port The mainboard provides one standard RJ-45 port for more details. 2-8 RCA Video or S/PDIF Port This dual function port may be plugged directly into these ports...
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Installation Parallel Port: LPT1 The mainboard provides a 25-pin female connector for LPT (parallel port). A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel ...
Installation Parallel Port: LPT1 The mainboard provides a 25-pin female connector for LPT (parallel port). A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel ...
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... 6-channel applications are used, all three jacks become output connectors with Smart 5.1 (See Appendix A) In order for connecting to a microphone. Chapter 2 Serial Ports: COM1 The mainboard offers two 9-pin male Serial Port connectors COM1. Line-In Line-Out Microphone The Mic jack is for connecting to function, the operating system and...
... 6-channel applications are used, all three jacks become output connectors with Smart 5.1 (See Appendix A) In order for connecting to a microphone. Chapter 2 Serial Ports: COM1 The mainboard offers two 9-pin male Serial Port connectors COM1. Line-In Line-Out Microphone The Mic jack is for connecting to function, the operating system and...
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... slave mode. You can connect up to the hard disk documentation supplied by setting the jumper accordingly. Connectors Installation Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/ 133 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 33/ 66...
... slave mode. You can connect up to the hard disk documentation supplied by setting the jumper accordingly. Connectors Installation Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/ 133 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 33/ 66...
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Chapter 2 USB pin-header: USB3/4 The mainboard provides 1 front USB pin-header connector, allowing up the system when a signal is received through the network card. WOL 2-14 Please note that the function ...
Chapter 2 USB pin-header: USB3/4 The mainboard provides 1 front USB pin-header connector, allowing up the system when a signal is received through the network card. WOL 2-14 Please note that the function ...
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Pin Signal 1 +3.3V 2 +3.3V 3 EL-ON 4 SMBCK 5 SMBDT 6 GND I2C 1 6 Installation Front Audio Panel: F_AUDIO This connector allows you to connect a front audio panel to the mainboard. To connect the front audio cable, first remove the two red plastic jumpers. Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 FRN_MIC 2 AGND 3 AUD_MIC_BIAS 4 +5V 5 LINE_OUT_R 6 Next_R 7 NC 8 Keypin 9 LINE_OUT_L 10 Next_L F-AUDIO 1 2 9 10 2-17 Only the line-out and microphone functions are available for connecting a I2C device. I2C Connector: I2C This is for use on the front panel.
Pin Signal 1 +3.3V 2 +3.3V 3 EL-ON 4 SMBCK 5 SMBDT 6 GND I2C 1 6 Installation Front Audio Panel: F_AUDIO This connector allows you to connect a front audio panel to the mainboard. To connect the front audio cable, first remove the two red plastic jumpers. Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 FRN_MIC 2 AGND 3 AUD_MIC_BIAS 4 +5V 5 LINE_OUT_R 6 Next_R 7 NC 8 Keypin 9 LINE_OUT_L 10 Next_L F-AUDIO 1 2 9 10 2-17 Only the line-out and microphone functions are available for connecting a I2C device. I2C Connector: I2C This is for use on the front panel.
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Chapter 2 LVDS Module Connector: LVDS (Optional) This connector allows you would like a mainboard with the LVDS connector, please contact your mainboard. If you to connect to a LVDS module. Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 GFPDE 2 GFPD3 3 GFPD0 4 GFPD4 5 GFPD1 6 GFPD5 7 GFPD2 8 GFPCLK 9 GFPHS 10 GFPD6 11 GFPVS 12 ...
Chapter 2 LVDS Module Connector: LVDS (Optional) This connector allows you would like a mainboard with the LVDS connector, please contact your mainboard. If you to connect to a LVDS module. Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 GFPDE 2 GFPD3 3 GFPD0 4 GFPD4 5 GFPD1 6 GFPD5 7 GFPD2 8 GFPCLK 9 GFPHS 10 GFPD6 11 GFPVS 12 ...
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If you want to change settings for setting the mainboard's functions. For SPDIF, please short pins 1 and 2. The long-life battery has a lifetime of the jumpers. Shorting the jumper while the system is off. For ... supply. Setting SPDIF RCA 1 ON OFF 2 ON OFF 3 OFF ON 4 OFF ON 2-19 This section will damage the mainboard. Then return it to the 2-3 pin position. Jumpers Installation The mainboard provides jumpers for your mainboard's functions through the use the CLEAR_CMOS (Clear CMOS jumper). You can select either RCA Video or S/PDIF as...
If you want to change settings for setting the mainboard's functions. For SPDIF, please short pins 1 and 2. The long-life battery has a lifetime of the jumpers. Shorting the jumper while the system is off. For ... supply. Setting SPDIF RCA 1 ON OFF 2 ON OFF 3 OFF ON 4 OFF ON 2-19 This section will damage the mainboard. Then return it to the 2-3 pin position. Jumpers Installation The mainboard provides jumpers for your mainboard's functions through the use the CLEAR_CMOS (Clear CMOS jumper). You can select either RCA Video or S/PDIF as...
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... signals that hit the aperture range are familiar with AGP2x and AGP1x. Settings: 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, and 256MB AGP Mode (Internal) This mainboard supports the AGP 4x interface. The aperture is used for video purposes. AGP Aperture Size This setting controls how much memory space can transfer video...
... signals that hit the aperture range are familiar with AGP2x and AGP1x. Settings: 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, and 256MB AGP Mode (Internal) This mainboard supports the AGP 4x interface. The aperture is used for video purposes. AGP Aperture Size This setting controls how much memory space can transfer video...
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...not, it is disabled. Settings: 6, 5 3-15 Settings: Auto and Disabled VIA OnChip LAN This setting allows you want to use other controller cards to connect to a modem. BIOS Setup AC97 Audio Auto allows the mainboard to detect whether an audio device is used . Settings: Auto and Disabled MC97 ...Modem Auto allows the mainboard to detect whether a modem is detected, the onboard VIA MC'97 (Modem Codec'97) controller will be enabled; If ...
...not, it is disabled. Settings: 6, 5 3-15 Settings: Auto and Disabled VIA OnChip LAN This setting allows you want to use other controller cards to connect to a modem. BIOS Setup AC97 Audio Auto allows the mainboard to detect whether an audio device is used . Settings: Auto and Disabled MC97 ...Modem Auto allows the mainboard to detect whether a modem is detected, the onboard VIA MC'97 (Modem Codec'97) controller will be enabled; If ...
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The Spread Spectrum function reduces the EMI generated by modulating the pulses so that the spikes of the pulses creates EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). Settings: 2.9V, 2.8V, 2.6V, 2.5V Spread Spectrum When the mainboard's clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of the pulses are reduced to flatter curves. 3-29 BIOS Setup DRAM Voltage This field sets the voltage for the memory module.
The Spread Spectrum function reduces the EMI generated by modulating the pulses so that the spikes of the pulses creates EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). Settings: 2.9V, 2.8V, 2.6V, 2.5V Spread Spectrum When the mainboard's clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of the pulses are reduced to flatter curves. 3-29 BIOS Setup DRAM Voltage This field sets the voltage for the memory module.