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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Safety Instructions Your system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the following safety instructions. Setting up your system • • • • • • Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you operate your system. Do not use this product near water or a heated source such as a radiator. Set up the system on a stable surface. Openings on the chassis are for ventilation.
• If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The power cord or plug is damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the system. • The system does not function properly even if you follow theoperating instructions. • The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. • The system performance changes. The warranty does not apply to products that have been disassembled by users.
Product disposal notice IMPORTANT: This symbol if the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION: Danger of explosoin if battery is incorrectly replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada. About the Manual The manual consists of the following: Chapter 1 Introducing the PC Describes features of the PC. H page 1 Chapter 2 Using BIOS Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface i Chapter 1 1 Introducing the PC 1 Introduction....................................................1 Specifications..................................................2 Front and Rear I/O............................................4 Motherboard Components..............................6 Header Pin Definition ....................................8 Chapter 2 9 Using BIOS 9 About the Setup Utility....................................9 The Standard Configuration....................
Chapter 3 39 Using the Motherboard Software 39 Installing the Windows OS.............................39 Drivers auto-installing under Windows 8.1. ........................................................................... 40 Running Setup........................................41 Manual Installation.......................................44 Windows 8.1 OS Recovery.............................46 Chapter 4 51 Troubleshooting 51 Troubleshooting and problem solution........
Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Introducing the PC Introduction Thank you for choosing LIVA X Mini PC featuring BAT-MINI2 of great performance and with stylish and flexible design. This mini PC is based on Intel® Bay Trail-M platform. This latest Celeron processor is a multi-core system-on-a-chip (SoC) that integrates the next generation Intel® processor core, graphics, memory, and I/O interfaces into one solution. One mini PCIE slot and one mSATA slot are for extending usage. It implements one USB 3.
Chapter 1 Note: ID design and specification may vary, please refer to actual goods you purchase.
• Realtek ALC283 - 2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec - 3.
Chapter 1 WARNING: Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, or using the third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even case damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage casesd by overclocking.
Chapter 1 4. 12V DC_IN Port Connect the DC_IN port to the power adapter. 5. HDMI Port You can connect the display device to the HDMI port. 6. LAN Port Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network. 7. Combo Audio Jack (Line out & Mic in) It is used to connect a microphone* or speaker. 8. VGA Port Connect your monitor to the VGA port.
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Table of Motherboard Components Chapter 1 LABEL 1. Memory 1~4 2. SYS_LED 3. POWER_BTN 4. MINI_PCIE 5. UART_DBG 6. eMMC 7. BT 8. CPU 9.
Chapter 2 Using BIOS The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc. ” BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS. The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backedup CMOS RAM that saves this information when the power is turned off.
The Standard Configuration A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the future.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit Choose the system default language System Language [English] System Date System Time [Tue 10/28/2014] [11:16:31] :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242. Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
Using BIOS Chapter 2 When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing . Some options lead to pop-up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to execute that option.
BIOS Navigation Keys The BIOS navigation keys are listed below: KEY FUNCTION ESC Exits the current menu +/Enter Change Opt. Select F1 General Help F2 Previous Value F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save & Exit Chapter 2 Scrolls through the items on a menu For the purpose of better product maintenance, the manufacture reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual. The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the actual BIOS.
Main Menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the main menu appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Select an item and press to display the submenu. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 2 Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit Choose the system default language.
Advanced Menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system. LAN Configuration Power Management Setup PCI Express Configuration ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration USB Configuration LAN Configuration Parameters :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242. Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
LAN Configuration The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Chapter 2 LAN Configuration Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled] Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN 1 Controller :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242. Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Power Management Setup Resume By PME Resume By USB Resume By RTC Alarm EUP Function [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] About Resume by PCI/PCI-E/LAN/ Ext .USB3.0 PME :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242. Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
EUP Function (Enabled) This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support. Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.
PCI Express Configuration This page sets up PCI Express configuration. PCI Express Configuration mPICE Speed [Auto] Configure PCIEslot speed :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242. Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. mPCIE Speed [Auto] This item allows user to configure the mPCIE speed. Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.
ACPI Configuration The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Chapter 2 ACPI Settings ACPI Sleep State [S3 (Suspend to RAM)] Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242.
CPU Configuration The item in the menu shows the CPU Configuration. Socket sepcific CPU Information CPU Configuration Socket 0 CPU Information CPU Speed 64-bit 1.58 GHz Supported Limit CPUID Maximum Execute Disable Bit Intel Virtualization Technology Power Technology [Disabled] :Select Screen [Enabled] :Select Item [Enabled] Enter : Select [Energy Efficient] +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242.
Socket 0 CPU Information Scroll to this item and press and view the following screen: Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Socket 0 CPU Information Chapter 2 Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU N2808 @ 1.
Press to return to the CPU Configuration page. CPU Speed (1.58 GHz) This item shows the processor speed. 64-bit (Supported) This item shows the computer supports EMT64. Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled) Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit, you can enable this item to prevent the system from “rebooting” when trying to install Windows NT 4.0. LIVA X MINI PC USER MANUAL 23 Chapter 2 Min CPU Speed (500 MHz) This item shows the min speed of the CPU.
Chapter 2 Excute Disable Bit (Enabled) This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propagation. Replacing older computers with Execute Disable Bit enabled systems can halt worm attacks, reducing the need for virus related repair.
SATA Configuration Use this item to show the information of USB configuration. AptioSetup SetupUtility Utility- -Copyright Copyright(C) (C)2013 2013American AmericanMegatrends, Megatrends,Inc. Inc. Aptio Advanced SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] mSATA Not Present :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242. Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
USB Configuration Use this item to show the information of USB configuration. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced USB Support Parameters USB Configuration Chapter 2 All USB Devices [Enabled] Legacy USB Support XHCI Mode [Enabled] [Enabled] :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242. Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the SoC chip and other system. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit SoC Parameters :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1:General Help F2:Previous Values F3:Optimized Defaults F4:Save & Exit ESC:Exit Version 2.16.1242. Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
SoC Configuration Scroll to this item and press and view the following screen: Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Chipset SoC Configuration Chapter 2 DVMT Pre-Allocated DVMT Total Gfx Mem [64M] [256MB] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Azalia Internal HDMI Codec [Enabled] [Enabled] Select DVMT 5.0 Pre-Allocated (Fixed) Graphics Memory size used by the Internal Graphics Device.
Azalia Internal HDMI Codec (Enabled) This item enables or disables Azalia Internal HDMI Codec. TXE Information Scroll to this item and press and view the following screen: Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Chipset TXE Information Enable/Disable TXE Firmware Sec RC Version TXE FW Version 00.05.00.00 01.01.00.1089 TXE Mode [Enabled] :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Tweak Menu This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 2 Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit Tweak CPU Frequency CPU Ratio 83.3 MHz 19 Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU N2808 @ 1.58GHz CPU Speed 1.
Chapter 2 Total Memory (4096 MB (LPDDR3)) This item shows the total memory.
Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard Numlock State. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit Boot Configuration Chapter 2 Operation System Select Launch Network OpROM [Windows 8.x] [Disabled] Fast Boot [Disabled] Bootup Numlock State Quiet Boot Boot Mode Select [On] [Enabled] [UEFI] Windows 7 or other OS: Boot policy for legacy OS Windows 8.
UEFI USB Flash Drive Priorities This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing UEFI USB Flash drive. Press to view the submenu. LIVA X MINI PC USER MANUAL 33 Chapter 2 Bootup Numlock State (On) This item enables you to select Numlock state. Quiet Boot (Enabled) This item enables or disables the quiet boot. Boot Mode Select (UEFI) Use this item to select boot mode.
Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Chapter 2 Administrator Password Status User Password Status Tweak Boot Not Installed Not Installed Security Exit Set Administrator Password Administrator Password Secure Boot menu :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Secure Boot menu Scroll to this item and press and view the following screen: Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Security Setup Not Active Secure Boot Secure Boot Mode [Enabled] [Standard] Secure Boot can be enabled if 1. System running in User mode with enrolled Platform Key(PK) 2. CSM function is disabled Chapter 2 System Mode Secure Boot :Select Screen :Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt.
Exit Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard Numlock State. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Tweak Boot Security Exit Chapter 2 Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard changes and Reset Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Save as User Defaults Restore User Defaults Boot Override Windows Boot Manager UEFI: JetFlashTS4GJFV20 0.00(FAT32) Exit system setup after saving the changes.
LIVA X MINI PC USER MANUAL 37 Chapter 2 Discard Changes and Reset This item enables you to reset the system setup without saving any changes. Save Options This item enables you to save the options that you have made. Save Changes This item enables you to save the changes that you have made. Discard Changes This item enables you to discard any change that you have made. Restore Defaults This item enables you to restore the system defaults.
Updating the BIOS You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Website. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows: Chapter 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 38 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing. If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Advanced BIOS features, disable it.
Chapter 3 Using the Motherboard Software Installing the Windows OS There are two ways to install the Windows OS: You need to change the booting priority in BIOS in order to boot from USB device. Enter into BIOS and select the Boot in menu (or press the hotkey F7), set USB drive as the first booting priority. LIVA X MINI PC USER MANUAL 39 Chapter 3 1. Install Windows OS via Windows official DVD. 2. Install Windows OS via USB flash drive. a) Create an ISO file from the Windows 8.1 DVD.
Drivers auto-installing under Windows 8.1 The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software. The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows 8.1. When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will automatically bring up the installation screen. Chapter 3 40 Information: Displays the path for all software and drivers available on the disk. Click the “Setup” button to select and run the software installation program.
Running Setup Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard: Click Setup. The installation program begins: Chapter 3 1. The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing. The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.
2. Click Next. The following screen appears: Chapter 3 3. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended. 4. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears: 5. 42 Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items.
Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation. Chapter 3 Windows 8.1 will show the following screen after system restart, you must select “Desktop” in the bottom left to install the next driver. Windows 8.1 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select “Yes” to install the next driver.
Chapter 3 Manual Installation If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look for the chipset and motherboard model, and then browse to the directory and path to begin installing the drivers. Most drivers have a setup program (SETUP.EXE) that automatically detects your operating system before installation. Other drivers have the setup program located in the operating system subfolder.
eDLU Chapter 3 ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle by listing all the latest drivers online. Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers. eBLU ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check-mark. Click”install” button to install. Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
Windows 8.1 OS Recovery If you purchased LIVA product with OS pre-loaded and having problems with the system, you can try to refresh, reset or restore it. The following instructions of OS recovery are quoted from Microsoft® website. For more detail and information, please refer to the link: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/ restore-refreshreset-pc To refresh your PC Chapter 3 Warning: Apps you installed from websites and DVDs will be removed.
To reset your PC Warning: All of your personal files will be deleted and your settings will be reset. All apps that you installed will be removed. Only apps that came with your PC will be reinstalled. 2. Tap or click Update and recovery, and then tap or click Recovery. 3. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, tap or click Get started. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. Note: You’ll be asked to choose whether you want to erase date quickly or thoroughly. If you choose to erase data quickly.
To restore your PC to an earlier point in time Note: Windows automatically creates a restore point when you install desktop apps and new Windows updates, if the last restore point is older than 7 days. you can also create a restore point manually at any time. 1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, and then tap Search. (If you’re using a mouse, point to the upper-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer down, and then click Search.) Chapter 3 2.
RMA Service for OS recovery Chapter 3 Note: LIVA product will be reformatted to the original factory configuration after repair. ECS is not liable to restore or transfer the customer’s own responsibility to back up the data and information stored in the hard drive before provide the defective LIVA products for repair sevice.
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Chapter 4 Trouble Shooting Troubleshooting and problem solution After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. a) Boot up failed. 1. Use the specified adapter provided by ECS. 3. Check the connection between adapter and the system. 4. Check that the power button can bu push normally.
3. Check the cable is securely inserted into rear IO ports(VGA/HDMI) and also at monitor side(VGA/HDMI). 4. If the display problem still exists after checking steps, please turn to local dealer or repair center for further customer service. c) Display Error 1. Check whether the driver is correctly installed in “Device Manager”. If there is yellow mark or unknown devices message shown in the list, please reinstall the driver via LIVA official Driver DVD or ECS official website.
2. Adjust the screen to the best resolution to get better using experience. 1. Check whether the LAN driver is correctly installed in “Device Manager”. If there is yellow mark or unknown devices message shown in the list, please reinstall the driver via LIVA official Driver DVD or ECS official website. 2. Ensure the LAN cable is securely inserted to the RJ45 port and the LED light flashes normally. 3. Check IP address. 4.
e) Wireless LAN connecting failed 1. Check whether the WLAN card driver is correctly installed in “Device Manager”. If there is yellow mark or unknown devices message shown in the list, please reinstall the driver via LIVA official Driver DVD or ECS official website. 2. Check the WIFI in your working area is well functional and has good reception. 3. If the WIFI connection problem still exists after these checking steps, please turn to local dealer or repair center for further customer service.
f) No sound from audio combo jack 1. Check whether the audio driver is correctly installed in “Device Manager”. If there is yellow mark or unknown devices message shown in the list, please reinstall the driver via LIVA official Driver DVD or ECS official website. Chapter 4 2. After connecting the speaker or header phone, adjust audio setting in Control panel> Hardware and sound. Note: Due to chipset limitation, the mic function of audio codec AL282 can be only compatibel to iPhone devices. 3.
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