MX56N AMD G-Series APU with A55E Controller Hub (FCH) Mini ITX Motherboard User’s Manual BCM Advanced Research, An Industrial Leader Since 1990 in Industrial Motherboards & Systems 11 Chrysler, Irvine, CA 92618 USA | www.bcmcom.com | (PH)949.470.1888 | (FAX)949.470.0971 For Tech Support, please visit www.bcmcom.com/bcm_support_legacyProductSupport.htm or contact BCMTechSupport@bcmcom.com Ver. 1.
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precaution, use a grounding wrist strap at all times. Place all electronic components in a static-dissipative surface or static-shielded bag when they are not in the chassis. Document Amendment History Revision V 1.0 Revision History First release for PCB 1.
Specifications Summary APU G‐Series AMD G‐Series T56N 1.6GHz DC/T48N 1.4GHz DC/T40N 1.0GHz APU Type DC/ T40E 1.0GHz DC(Optional)/T44R 1.2GHz SC/T40R 1.0GHz SC(Optional) Processor Family Long Life Processor List AMD G‐Series TDP 5~18W, T shutdown 125℃ Package FT1 (BGA) 413 balls p=0.
LVDS 1, 18bpp (Single link LVDS up to 1400 x 1050) VGA T56N/T48N (18W) supports up to 2560 x 1600 T40N/T44R (9W) supports up to 1920 x 1200 HDMI 1 support HDMI 1.
BIOS BIOS Core BIOS Core AMI EFI BIOS Flash BIOS Flash 16Mb SPI SW RAID SW RAID None Bootup Device Serial ATA Yes (CFast) IDE device N/A USB device Yes Boot from LAN Yes Power Management ACPI ACPI 3.0 APM NA Sleep State S3, S4, S5 Other Feature PC Health YES CMOS backup BIOS CMOS automatic backup and restore setup data SmartFAN CPU, SYS FAN, Smart Fan III+ Graphics memory mode Shared Memory up to 2GB Power Play 380, 200MHz, configure Power to 2.7~5.
Serial COM 2 IDE IDE NA SATA SATA 5 (SATA III 6 Gb/s) SATA power NA Fan connector System fan connector 1 system fan(3pin for system with smart fan control) CPU fan connector 1 CPU fan(3pin for system with smart fan control) GPIO General 8bit Front I/O Display HDMI 1 VGA 1, co‐layout with header DVI NA Ethernet RJ‐45 2, stack with USB USB USB 4 (USB 2.
Power on rear IO 1; Blue Expansion Slot Expansion Slot Mini‐PCI Express 1 PCIex 4 1 PCB Physical Feature Dimension 170x 170mm Layer 6 Layer Power Consumption < 45W Operating Temperature 0℃‐60℃ Heat Sink Storage Temperature Cooler FAN ‐20℃ ~ 80℃ Vibration (non OP) 3.0 Grms, heat sink backplane TBD PCB Printing Model name in silkscreen None Revision in silkscreen No PCB Color Blue CE mark on PCB Yes WEEE Yes BCM PCB part number Yes Version No FCC mark on PCB Yes Cert.
AVL OS Support List Windows XP SP3, Windows 7 Pro, Linux Fedora 14
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Chapter 1 This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
Production Introduction 1.1 Before you Proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
1.2 Motherboard Overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the motherboard. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement Direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation.
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Layout Content List Slots Label Function Note CFast Compact Flash socket Rear side MINI_PCIE Mini PCI-E slot 52PIN PCIE PCI Eslot 64PIN SODIMM_A1 204-PIN SODIMM slot 1 204-PIN Jumpers Label Function Note CLRTC Clear CMOS 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm JCOMPWR1 COM1 RI/+5V/+12V Selection 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm JCOMPWR2 COM2 RI/+5V/+12V Selection 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.
1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.4.1 Connect the CPU Fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. Do not forget to connect the CPU Fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable to the motherboard.
1.4.2 Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable to the motherboard.
1.5 System Memory 1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location The motherboard comes with one 204-pin Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) SODIMM sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 204-pin footprint. DDR3 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: 1.5.2 Memory Configurations You can install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB DDR3 DIMMs into the SODIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
1.5.3 Installing a DDR3 DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 2. Locate the DIMM socket on the board. Hold two edges of the DIMM module carefully, and keep away of touching its 3. 4. connectors. Align the notch key on the module with the rib on the slot. Firmly press the modules into the socket automatically snaps into the mounting notch.
1.5.4 Removing a DDR3 DIMM Press the two ejector tabs on the slot outward simultaneously, and then pull out the DIMM module. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the ejector tabs. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
1.6 Expansion Slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2.
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1.7 Jumpers 1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CMOS1) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 2. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Remove the onboard battery. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
1.7.2 COM3 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JSETCOM3) +12V Ring +5V (Default) 1.7.
1.8 Connectors 1.8.
No 1 2 3 Label KBMS Function PS/2 mouse connector COM12 LAN_USB12 Serial port connector LAN (RJ-45) connector Description The standard PS/2 mouse DIN connector is for a PS/2 mouse. D-Sub 9-pin, male This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. The optional 10/100 Mbps LAN controller allows 10/100 Mbps connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
1.8.2 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC ‘97 (optional) audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high‑definition audio capability.
1.8.3 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATXPWR Important notes on the Motherboard Power Requirements Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the +12V lead and at least 1A on the +5-volt standby lead (+5VSB).
1.8.4 AT/ATX Mode Select (PSON1) ATX MODE (Default) AT MODE 1.8.5 LCD POWER (VDDSAFE) (JBL3) 3.
1.8.6 Serial Port Connector (COM3, COM4) COM3 COM4 1.8.
1.8.8 Power LED & Keylock (JFP3) 1.8.
1.8.10 SPI connector (CN4) 1.8.
1.8.12 18-bit LVDS Connector (LVDS1) 1.8.
1.8.14 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1, SATA2) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. SATA1 SATA2 Connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA.
1.8.15 USB 2.0 Connector (USB56) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module is purchased separately.
Chapter 2 This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
BIOS Setup 2.1 BIOS Setup Program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future.
2.1.1 Legend Box The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus Key(s) Function Description ← Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- Change Option / Field Enter Go to Sub Screen PGDN Next Page PGUP Previous Page F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save & Exit ESC Exit 2.1.2 List Box This box appears only in the opening screen. The box displays an initial list of configurable items in the menu you selected. 2.1.
2.2 BIOS Menu Screen When you enter the BIOS, the following screen appears. The BIOS menu screen displays the items that allow you to make changes to the system configuration. To access the menu items, press the up/down/right/left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted, then press [Enter] to open the specific menu.
2.2.1.1 System Date [week, xx/ xx/ xxxx] Set the Date. Use Tab to switch between Data elements. The date format is , , , . 2.2.1.2 System Time [xx : xx : xx] Set the Time. Use Tab to switch between Time elements. The time format is , based on the 24-hour clock.
2.2.2 Advanced Select the Advanced tab from the setup screen to enter the Advanced BIOS Setup screen. You can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen, such as Chipset configuration, to go to the sub menu for that item. You can display an Advanced BIOS Setup option by highlighting it using the keys. All Advanced BIOS Setup options are described in this section. The Advanced BIOS Setup screen is shown below. The sub menus are described on the following pages.
2.2.2.1 ACPI Setting System ACPI Parameters ACPI Sleep State Select the highest ACPI Sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed.
2.2.2.2 CPU Configuration The screen displays the auto-detected CPU specifications in more details. Limit CPUID Maximum Disable for Windows XP PSS Support Enable/disable the generation of ACPI_PPC, _PSS, and _PCT objects PSTATE Adjustment Provide to adjust startup P-state level PPC Adjustment Provide to adjust _PPC object.
CPU Information 2.2.2.3 IDE Configuration You can use this screen to select options for the IDE Configuration Settings. Use the up and down keys to select an item. Use the and keys to change the value of the selected option. A description of the selected item appears on the right side of the screen. The settings are described on the following pages.
2.2.2.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change USB features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. USB Devices Enabled The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows none. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
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2.2.3 Chipset The items in this menu allow you to change the Chipset-related features. Select North Bridge Configuration and press for further configuration options.
2.2.3.1 North Bridge The screen displays the auto-detected DDR3 SO-DIMM specifications in more detail IOMU Mode IOMMU is supported on LINUX based systems to convert 32bit I/O to64bit MMIO.
2.2.3.1.1 Memory Configuration This screen allows you to configure the graphics options.
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2.2.3.3 South Bridge 2.2.3.3.
2.2.3.3.2 SB USB Configuration Options for SB USB Configuration 2.2.3.3.3 SB GPP Port Configuration Options for SB gpp Port Config 2.2.3.3.
2.2.4 Boot The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Setup Prompt Timeout [1] Number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535 (0xFFFF) means indefinite waiting. Bootup NumLock State [On] Select the keyboard NumLock state Configuration options: [On] [Off] Quick Boot [Disable] Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] CSM16 Module Version [07.64] Display CSM16 Module Version.
Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] Set display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disable] Enabled : Allow option ROMs to trap Int19. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled] Boot option priorities [Built-in EFI Shell] Select the system boot order.
2.2.5 Save & Exit The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Save Changes and Exit Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears.
