Manual
Table Of Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Detailed Specifications
- 2.1 Dimensions
- 2.2 Data Flow
- 2.3 Embedded WAFER-945GSE Processor
- 2.4 Intel 945GSE Northbridge Chipset
- 2.5 Intel® ICH7-M Southbridge Chipset
- 2.6 LPC Bus Components
- 2.7 Environmental and Power Specifications
- 3 Unpacking
- 4 Connectors
- 4.1 Peripheral Interface Connectors
- 4.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors
- 4.3 Internal Peripheral Connectors
- 4.3.1 ATX Power Connector
- 4.3.2 ATX Power Supply Enable Connector
- 4.3.3 Audio Connector (10-pin)
- 4.3.4 Backlight Inverter Connector
- 4.3.5 CompactFlash® Socket
- 4.3.6 Digital Input/Output (DIO) Connector
- 4.3.7 Fan Connector (+12V, 3-pin)
- 4.3.8 Keyboard/Mouse Connector
- 4.3.9 LED Connector
- 4.3.10 LVDS LCD Connector
- 4.3.11 PCIe Mini Card Slot
- 4.3.12 Power Button Connector
- 4.3.13 Reset Button Connector
- 4.3.14 SATA Drive Connectors
- 4.3.15 Serial Port Connector (COM3, COM4, COM5 and COM6)
- 4.3.16 Serial Port Connector (COM 2)(RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485)
- 4.3.17 USB Connectors (Internal)
- 4.4 External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel
- 5 Installation
- 5.1 Anti-static Precautions
- 5.2 Installation Considerations
- 5.3 Unpacking
- 5.4 SO-DIMM and CF Card Installation
- 5.5 Jumper Settings
- 5.6 Chassis Installation
- 5.7 Internal Peripheral Device Connections
- 5.7.1 Peripheral Device Cables
- 5.7.2 SATA Drive Connection
- 5.7.3 Serial Port Connector Cable (Four Ports) Cable Connection
- 5.7.4 Dual RS-232 Cable Connection (w/o bracket) (Optional)
- 5.7.5 4-COM Port Adapter Board Connection (Optional)
- 5.7.6 Keyboard/Mouse Y-cable Connector
- 5.7.7 Audio Kit Installation
- 5.7.8 USB Cable (Dual Port without Bracket) (Optional)
- 5.8 External Peripheral Interface Connection
- 5.9 Heat Sink Enclosure
- 6 BIOS Screens
- 7 Software Drivers
- A BIOS Menu Options
- B Terminology
- C DIO Interface
- D Watchdog Timer
- E Address Mapping
- F Hazardous Materials Disclosure

WAFER-945GSE 3.5” Motherboard
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Connector Type Label
Ethernet connector RJ-45 LAN1
Ethernet connector RJ-45 LAN2
RS-232 serial port connector Male DB-9 COM1
Dual USB port USB port USB_C45
VGA port connector 15-pin female VGA1
Table 4-2: Rear Panel Connectors
4.3 Internal Peripheral Connectors
Internal peripheral connectors are found on the motherboard and are only accessible
when the motherboard is outside of the chassis. This section has complete descriptions of
all the internal, peripheral connectors on the WAFER-945GSE.
4.3.1 ATX Power Connector
CN Label: ATXPWR1
CN Type:
4-pin AT power connector (1x4)
CN Location: See
731HFigure 4-2
CN Pinouts: See
732HTable 4-3
The 4-pin ATX power connector is connected to an ATX power supply.
Figure 4-2: ATX Power Connector Location










