Industrial Motherboard W480EI-IM-A
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Contents Chapter 1 Product overview 1.1 Package contents......................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Features......................................................................................... 1-1 1.3 Specifications................................................................................ 1-2 Chapter 2 Motherboard information 2.1 Before you proceed...................................................................... 2-1 2.2 Motherboard layout...
3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.3.14 NVMe Configuration....................................................... 3-14 3.3.15 Onboard Devices Configuration..................................... 3-14 3.3.16 EZ-Flash........................................................................ 3-15 3.3.17 APM Configuration......................................................... 3-15 3.3.18 Watchdog Timer............................................................. 3-15 3.3.19 Miscellaneous............................
Chapter 1 Product overview 1.1 Package contents Check your industrial motherboard package for the following items. 1 x ASUS W480EI-IM-A Motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x M.2 screw packages 1 x ASUS I/O Shield NOTE: If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your distributor or sales representative immediately. 1.
1.3 Specifications Intel® Socket LGA1200 for 10th Generation Intel® Xeon and CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Core™ i9/ i7/ i5/ i3 Processors Supports Intel® 14nm CPU Supports up to 95W TDP Intel® W480E Chipset 2 x SO-DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR4 2933/2666/2400/2133 MHz SDRAM, ECC support* * ECC support is available only while using an Intel® Xeon® processor and ECC memory. Supports 3 displays configuration by multiple interface: 2 x DisplayPort, DVI-D, LVDS or eDP - Supports 2 x DisplayPort 1.
1 x AT/ATX mode selection jumper 1 x Chassis Fan header with PWM mode 1 x Chassis Intrusion jumper 1 x Clear CMOS header 4 x COM Port headers (1 x RS232/422/485, 3 x RS232) 2 x COM1/2 Ring/+5V/+12V selection jumpers 1 x CPU Fan header with PWM mode 1 x Disable ME jumper 1 x Display panel VCC power selection jumper 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x Front panel system panel header 1 x I2C header 1 x LCD panel monitor switch header 1 x LPC Debug header 1 x LVDS/eDP Backlight panel header Internal I/O por
Operation Temperature Non-Operation Temperature Relative Humidity OS support Certification Form Factor 0~60°C -40~85°C 0%~85% Windows® 10 (64-bit) / Windows® IoT Enterprise Ubuntu, RedHat Enterprise, Fedora Workstation, OpenSUSE CE, FCC Mini-ITX Form Factor, 6.7” x 6.7” (17.0 cm x 17.0 cm) NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.
Chapter 2 Motherboard information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. CAUTION! • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
2.2 Motherboard layout NOTE: Place four screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. CAUTION! Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 11 12 13 14 17.0cm(6.7in) LCD_BLKT_PANEL CPU_FAN 32 COM1_SEL GPIO_CON CHA_FAN DIS_ME WDT_EN WGI 210AT LAN2_U32G1_3 U32G2_C1 27 2280 2260 2242 COM2_SEL USB_213 ALC887 ALC897 AAFP CLRTC 26 25 24 I2C PCIEX16 SPDIF_OUT 23 17.0cm(6.7in) EATXPWR IRST V M.
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. CPU and chassis fan headers (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 2. Display panel VCC power selection jumper (6-pin VCC_PWR_SEL) 3. LVDS/eDP Backlight panel header (5-pin LCD_BLKT_PANEL) 4. Intel® LGA1200 CPU socket 5. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 6. COM1/2 Ring/+5V/+12V selection jumpers (6-pin COM1_SEL, COM2_SEL) 7. General purpose input/output header (10-pin GPIO_CON) 8. AT/ATX mode selection jumper (3-pin AT_ATX_SEL) 9. WDT enable jumper (2-pin WDT_EN) 10.
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1200 socket designed for 10th Generation Intel® Xeon and Core™ i9/ i7/ i5/ i3 Processors. LGA1200 IMPORTANT! Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. CAUTION! 2-4 • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
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2.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation CAUTION! Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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2.4 System memory SO-DIMM_B1* SO-DIMM_A1* This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (SO-DIMM) sockets.
2.5 1. Jumpers Display panel VCC power selection jumper (6-pin VCC_PWR_SEL) VCC_PWR_SEL 2 4 1 3 3V (Default) Setting Pins 3V (Default) 1-2 5V 3-4 12V 5-6 Connector type 2. 6 5V 12V HEADER 2 x 3p, 2.
3. AT/ATX mode selection jumper (3-pin AT_ATX_SEL) AT_ATX_SEL 1 2 2 3 ATX mode (Default) AT mode Pins 1-2 (Default) ATX mode 2-3 AT mode Connector type 4. HEADER 1x3p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T WDT enable jumper (2-pin WDT_EN) A watchdog timer is an electronic timer that is used to detect and recover from computer malfunctions. The HW WDT (watchdog timer) enable jumper allows the HW watchdog resets the system automatically even when the system crashes. WDT_EN PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 1x2p, 2.
5. Disable ME jumper (3-pin DIS_ME) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the Intel® ME function. Set this jumper to pins 1-2 to enable (default) the Intel® ME function and to pins 2-3 to disable it. DIS_ME 1 2 2 3 Normal (Default) Connector type 6. Disable intel ME function HEADER 1x3p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T Chassis intrusion jumper (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This header is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch.
7. Clear CMOS header (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system setup information such as date, time, and system passwords. +3V_BAT GND CLRTC Connector type HEADER 1x2p, 1.25mm pitch, S/T To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4.
2.6 Connectors 2.6.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 7 3 4 3 8 5 9 10 6 11 12 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. USB 2.0 ports. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 3. DisplayPorts. These ports are for DisplayPort-compatible devices. 4. Serial port (COM). This port connects a modem or other device that conforms with serial specification. 5. LAN (RJ-45) ports.
10. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) port. This 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) port is for a USB 3.2 Gen 1 device. • USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices can only be used for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel® 300 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller.
2.6.2 1. Internal connectors LCD panel monitor switch header (2-pin PANEL_SW) This 2-pin header is for connecting a monitor switch that can turn off the LCD panel display backlight. PANEL_SW GND MON_SW# PIN 1 2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (20-1 pin U32G1_78) Connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1 module to this connector for additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. This connector complies with USB 3.
4. USB 2.0 header (10-1 pin USB213) This connector is for an USB 2.0 port. Connect the USB cable to this connector. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. PIN 1 NC GND USB_P1+ USB_P1USB+5V GND USB_P2+ USB_P2USB+5V USB_213 Connector type Header 2x5p, K9, 2.0mm pitch CAUTION! Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard. NOTE: The USB cable is purchased separately. 5.
6. CPU and chassis fan headers (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. A B B CHA_FAN CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM Connector type CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND A WAFER HD 4p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T CAUTION! Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
8. Front panel system panel header (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LEDGND O_RSTCON#_PR NC PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN#_PANEL GND +PWR_LED PWR_BTN +HDD_LED Connector type RESET Header 2x5p, K10, 2.54mm pitch • System power LED (2-pin +PWR_LED) • This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.
9. Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2/3) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives or an optical drive via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. A B C GND RSATA_RXP RSATA_RXN GND RSATA_TXN RSATA_TXP GND A B C Connector type SATA6G_3 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 WAFER HD 7p, 1.27mm pitch 10.
12. RTC Battery header (2-pin BATTERY) This connector is for the lithium CMOS battery. BATTERY GND +BAT PIN 1 13. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 SSD module. M.2(SOCKET3) NOTES: • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • This socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. 14. M.2 Wi-Fi This socket connects to an M.2 Wi-Fi device. M.2(WIFI) +3VSB_WIFI +3VSB_WIFI NC M.2_BT_PCMCLK S_CNV_RF_RESET_N M.
15. LPC Debug header (10-1 pin LPC_DEBUG) This header allows connection to a LPC debug card. +3V +3V CK_24M_DEBUG_LPC GND LPC_DEBUG SLAD0_SIO SLAD1_SIO SLAD2_SIO SLAD3_SIO S_LFRAME# PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 2x5p, K10, 2.0mm pitch IMPORTANT! 16. • Scan the QR code to view the meaning of each debug code. • Debug codes are only available for ASUS LPC debug card. • Contact your region sales representative for LPC debug header ordering.
17. Serial Port headers (10-1 pin COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5) These connectors are for serial (COM) ports. Connect the serial port cables to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. A A C B D B C D Connector type COM3 COM4 COM5 COM2 Ring RTS# GND TXD DCD# CTS# DSR# DTR# RXD PIN 1 BOX header 2x5p, K10, 2.0mm pitch NOTE: The serial port cables are purchased separately. 18.
19. Digital audio header (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 1x4p, K2, 2.54mm pitch NOTE: The SPDIF Out module is purchased separately. 20.
21. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) Correctly orient the ATX power supply plugs into these connectors and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. A B EATX12V GND GND GND GND A B +12V +12V +12V +12V PIN 1 EATXPWR GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 DC Mode EATXPWR Pins Signal Pins Signal 1 +3.3V out 13 +3.
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Chapter 3 BIOS Setup Scan the QR code to view the BIOS update guide. 3.1 BIOS Setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines.
BIOS menu screen The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration. Advanced For changing the advanced system settings. Hardware Monitor For displaying the system temperatures, fan and power status, and changing smart fan settings. Security For configuring the system security settings. Boot For changing the system boot configuration. Exit For selecting the save options and default options.
• Be cautious when selecting AiO chassis. Incorrect selection of AiO chassis can cause incorrect operation or potential damage to AiO chassis hardware. • The following items appear only when you set All-in-One Chassis to [None]. EDID Data Source Configuration options: [Pre-Defined] [Flat Panel Display] The following item appears when you set EDID Data Source to [Pre-Defined]. LFP Panel Type Allows you to select LFP panel used by Internal Graphics Device.
LVDS Spread Spectrum Control Allows you to configure LVDS spread spectrum clocking. Configuration options: [Disabled] [+/- 0.5%% Center Spread] [+/- 1%% Center Spread] 3.3.2 PCH-FW Configuration This item allows you to configure Management Engine Technology parameters. TPM Device Selection Allows you to select TPM device. [PTT] Enables PTT in SkuMgr. [dTPM] Disables PTT in SkuMgr. When PTT is disabled, all data saved on it will be lost. 3.3.
TPM 2.0 UEFI Spec Version Allows you to select the TCG2 Spec Version support. Configuration options: [TCG_1_2] [TCG_2] [TCG_1_2] Support the compatible mode for Win8/Win10. [TCG_2] Support new TCG2 protocol and event format for Win10 or later. Physical Presence Spec Version Allows you to select to tell O.S. to support PPI Spec Version 1.2 or 1.3. Configuration options: [1.2] [1.3] Some HCK tests might not support 1.3.
Intel® Speed Shift Technology Allows you to enable or disable Intel® Speed Shift Technology support. When enabled, CPPC v2 interface allows hardware controlled P-state. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when Intel® SpeedStep or Intel® Speed Shift is available and enabled. Turbo Mode Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] C states Allows you to enable or disable CPU Power Management.
3.3.6 PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure PCI Express settings. HYPER_PCIeX16 Configuration options: [PCIe x16 mode] [PCIe x8/x8 mode] [PCIe x8/x4/x4 mode] PCIe x16/x8 Slot Allows you to configure the PEG Port settings. PEG 0:1:0 Enable Root Port Allows you to enable or disable the Root Port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Max Link Speed Allows you to configure PEG 0:1:0 Max Speed.
Max Link Width Allows you to force PEG link to restrain to X1/2. Configuration options: [Auto] [Force X1] [Force X2] ASPM This item allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG 2, and this has no effect if PGE is not the currently active device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] Detect Non-Compliance Device Allows you to detect non-compliance PCI Express Device in PEG. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.
Network Access must be activated from MEBx Setup for this screen to be dispalyed. Unconfigure ME Allows you to unconfigure ME by resetting the MEBx password to default. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.8 CSM Configuration This item allows you to configure Option ROM execution settings. CSM Support [Disabled] 3.3.9 Super IO Configuration Serial Port 1 Configuration This item allows you to set parameters of Serial Port 1 (COMA).
Serial Port 5 Configuration This item allows you to set parameters of Serial Port 5 (COME). Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.10 Serial Console Redirection COM1(~5) Console Redirection Allows you enable or disable the console redirection feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following item is accessible when you set Console Redirection to [Enabled].
Stop Bits Stop bits indicate the end of a serial data packet. The standard setting is 1 stop bit. Communication with slow devices may require more than 1 stop bit. Configuration options: [1] [2] Flow Control Flow control can prevent data loss from buffer overflow. When sending data, if the receiving buffers are full, a “stop” signal can be sent to stop the data flow. Once the buffers are empty, a “start” signal can be sent to re-start the flow.
3.3.11 SATA And RST Configuration This item allows you to configure SATA device options settings. SATA Controller(s) Allows you to enable or disable the onboard SATA device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set SATA Controller(s) to [Enabled]. SATA Mode Selection Allows you to determine how SATA controller(s) operate.
M.2_SATA(M-Key) Allows you to enable or disable SATA Port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.12 Network Stack Configuration Network Stack This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI Network Stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set Network Stack to [Enabled]. IPv4 PXE Support Allows you to enable or disable IPv4 PXE boot support. If disabled, IPv4 PXE boot support will be unavailable.
U32G1_1(~3) Allows you to enable or disable USB port. Once set to [Disabled], any USB devices plugged into the connector will not be detected by BIOS or OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] U32G2_4(~5) Allows you to enable or disable USB port. Once set to [Disabled], any USB devices plugged into the connector will not be detected by BIOS or OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] U32G1_6(~8) Allows you to enable or disable USB port.
3.3.16 EZ-Flash This item allows you to enter EZ-Flash mode. After you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. 3.3.17 APM Configuration This item allows you to configure APM (Advanced Power Management) settings. ErP Ready Allows BIOS to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off.
The following items appear when you set Watchdog Support to [Enable]. Watchdog Count mode Allows you to select Watchdog Timer I count mode. Configuration options: [Second Mode] [Minute Mode] Watchdog Timer Allows you to set the Watchdog Timer I Time-out value. 3.3.19 Miscellaneous DMI/OPI Configuration DMI Link ASPM Control Allows you to disable or control Active State Power Management on SA side of the DMI link.
3.5 Security menu The Security menu allows a new password to be created or a current password to be changed. The menu also enables or disables the Secure Boot state and lets the user configure the System Mode state. 3.5.1 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2.
3.5.3 Secure Boot Secure Boot feature is active when Secure Boot is set to [Enabled], Platform Key (PK) is enrolled and the system is running in User mode. Changing the mode requires platform reset. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Boot Mode Allows you to select Secure Boot Mode. When set to [Custom], Secure Boot Policy variables can be configured by a physically present user without full authentication.
3.6 Boot menu The items in the Boot menu allow you to change the system boot options. 3.6.1 Boot Configuration CHASSIS INTRUDE Allows you to enable or disable CHASSIS INTRUDE. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Setup Prompt Timeout Allows you to set the number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535(0xFFFF) means indefinite waiting. Bootup NumLock State Allows you to select the keyboard NumLock state.
3.7 Exit menu The items in the Exit menu allow you to save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Save Changes and Exit Allows you to exit the system setup program after saving the changes. Discard Changes and Exit Allows you to exit the system setup program without saving the changes you made. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. Save Changes and Reset Allows you to reset the system setup after saving the changes.
Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Address: Phone / Fax No: Asus Computer International 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
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