Industrial Motherboard H610A-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...
3.3.11 USB Configuration......................................................... 3-11 3.3.12 NVMe Configuration....................................................... 3-12 3.3.13 Onboard Devices Configuration..................................... 3-12 3.3.14 Miscellaneous................................................................ 3-12 3.3.15 APM Configuration......................................................... 3-13 3.3.16 EzFlash..........................................................
Chapter 1 Product overview 1.1 Package contents Check your industrial motherboard package for the following items. 1 x ASUS H610A-IM-A Industrial Motherboard 1 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x ASUS I/O Shield NOTES: 1.2 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your distributor or sales representative immediately. • The above items are for standard SKUs. Actual accessories may vary with different models. Features • LGA1700 socket for Intel® 14th/13th/12th Gen.
1.3 Specifications CPU LGA1700 socket for Intel® 14th/13th/12th Gen. Core™ i9/i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors Supports up to 125W Chipset Intel® H610 Chipset Memory 2 x U-DIMM, max.
1 x CPU Fan header (PWM mode) 2 x Chassis Fan headers (PWM mode) 1 x Chassis intrusion header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x System Panel header 1 x Buzzer Onboard 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Speaker header Internal I/O connectors 1 x COM Debug header 1 x I2C header 1 x Parallel Port header 1 x GPIO header (8-bit) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse header 1 x AT/ATX mode selection jumper 1 x SMBDATA_SW jumper 1 x SMBCLK_SW jumper 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 2 x 4-pin ATX power connectors 1 x SPI TPM header
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 nine 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. 2 1 3 4 5 24.4cm(9.6in) DP CPU_FAN EATX12V VGA DIGI+ VRM COM2_SEL USB_5~8 LGA1700 LAN2_U32G2_12 Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ATX_PWR COM1_SEL DDR4 DIMM_B (64bit, 288-pin module) DDR4 DIMM_A (64bit, 288-pin module) COM1 COM2 HDMI 1 2 USB_914 BATTERY 1 6 30.
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. COM RING/+5V/+12V selection (COM1/2_SEL) 2-12 2. ATX Power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR, 2 x 4-pin EATX12V) 2-16 3. CPU and Chassis Fan headers (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 2-16 4. Intel® LGA1700 CPU socket 2-4 5. DDR4 U-DIMM slots 2-9 6. USB 2.0 header (10-1pin USB914,) 2-17 7. TPM header (14-1 pin TPM) 2-17 8. 2 I C header (6-1 pin I C) 2-18 9. M.2 slot (SOCKET 3) 2-18 2 10. System Panel header (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 2-19 11.
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1700 socket designed for the Intel® 14th/13th/12th Gen. Core™ i9 / Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors. LGA1700 IMPORTANT: Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. CAUTION! 2-4 • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only.
2.3.1 Installing the CPU • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on the LGA1700 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/ removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user.
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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.
4 • We recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system on an Intel® 600 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS’ Intel® 600 series motherboards, however, we still strongly advise consulting with your cooling system vendor or manufacturer on the compatibility and functionality of the cooling system. • Push-pin type LGA1200 compatible cooling systems cannot be installed to this motherboard.
2.4 System memory This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets.
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2.5 1. Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (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. CLRTC +3V_BAT_RTC GND PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 1x2p, 2.54mm 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. COM Ring/+5V/+12V selection jumper (6-pin COM1/2_SEL) A A B B 2 COM1_SEL COM2_SEL 4 3 1 +12V 3. Setting +12V Pins 1-2 +5V 3-4 Ring (Default) 5-6 6 5 +5V RI (Default) AT/ATX mode selection (3-pin AT_ATX_SEL) AT_ATX_SEL 1 2 ATX mode (Default) Pins 1-2 (Default) ATX mode 2-3 AT mode Connector type 2-12 2 3 AT mode HEADER 1x3p, 2.
4. 3-pin SMBDATA_SW SMBDATA_SW 1 2 2 3 Eanble PCIe SMBus connection (Default) 5.
2.6 Connectors 2.6.1 Rear panel connectors 1 6 2 7 2 3 4 8 5 9 10 1. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 2. COM ports (COM, RS232/RS422/RS485). These ports connect modems, or other devices that conform with serial specification. 3. USB 2.0 ports. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0 devices. 4. LAN (RJ-45) ports.
9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices. 10. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Refer to the audio configuration table for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Headset 2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.
2.6.2 1. Internal connectors ATX Power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR, 2 x 4-pin EATX12V) Correctly orient the ATX power supply plugs into these connectors and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. A A B ATX_PWR GND GND GND GND EATX12V +12V +12V +12V +12V PIN 1 B 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 Connector type 2.
3. USB 2.0 header (10-pin USB914) This header is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect a USB cable to the header. The USB header complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB914 NC GND USB_P9+ USB_P9USB+5V GND USB_P14+ USB_P14USB+5V PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 2x5p, K9, 2.54mm pitch CAUTION! Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard. NOTE: The USB cable is purchased separately. 4.
5. I2C header PWR 3.3V NC The I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) header allows you to connect an I2C compatible IoT security module. I2C I2C_CLK I2C_DATA GND PIN 1 Connector type 6. HEADER 2x3p, K6, 2.0mm pitch M.2 slot (SOCKET 3) This slot allows you to install an M.2 SSD module. M.2(SOCKET3) Connector type NGFF KEY-M 67P, 8.5H NOTES: 2-18 • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • This slot supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices.
7. System Panel header (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This header supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR_BTN F_PANEL PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LEDGND O_RSTCON#_PR NC PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN#_PANEL GND +PWR_LED +HDD_LED Connector type RESET HEADER 2x5p, K10, 2.54mm pitch • System power LED (2-pin +PWR_LED) • This 2-pin header is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this header.
8. Speaker header (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin header is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. SPEAKER +5V GND GND Speaker Out PIN 1 Connector type 9. HEADER 1x4p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T Chassis Intrusion header (4-1 pin_CHASSIS) This header is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector.
10. SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (7-pin SATA6G_1-4) These ports connect to SATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives or an optical drive via SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. A SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND B C A B C D Connector type SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_RXP RSATA_RXN GND RSATA_TXN RSATA_TXP GND D SATA CON 7P S/T 11.
12. PS/2 Keyboard & Mouse header (8-pin KBMS_CON) +5V_ZPS2 GND O_MS_DATA_R O_MS_CLK_R This header is for an IBM PS/2-compatible keyboard or mouse. KBMS_CON +5V_ZPS2 GND O_KB_DATA_R O_KB_CLK_R PIN 1 Connector type WAFER HD 2x4p, 2.0mm pitch, S/T 13. LPT header (26-1 pin LPT) LPT_XAFD# LPT_ERROR# LPT_XINIT# LPT_XSLIN# GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) header supports devices such as a printer.
14. COM Port headers (10-pin COM3 - COM6) B C D A B C Connector type COM3 COM4 COM5 COM6 PIN 1 DCD# TXD GND RTS# Ring A RXD DTR# DSR# CTS# These headers are for serial (COM) ports. Connect the serial port cables to these headers, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. D HEADER 2x5p, K10, 2.54mm pitch NOTE: The serial port cable is purchased separately.
15. Front Panel Audio header (10-1 pin AAFP) A_JD_HPOUT A_GND NC A_JD_FMIC1 This header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this header. AAFP A_FMIC1_L A_FMIC1_R A_HPOUT_R A_JD_FRONT A_HPOUT_L PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 2x5p, K8, 2.
16. COM Debug header (5-1 pin COM_DEBUG) GND GND debug_control This header allows connection to a COM Debug card. COM_DEBUG Connector type +3V TXD PIN 1 HEADER 2x3p, K3, 2.54 mm pitch, S/T NOTE: The COM Debug Card is purchased separately.
2.7 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. 5. Turn on the devices in the following order: 6. a. Monitor b. External storage devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c.
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.
3.1.1 BIOS menu screen Menu bar 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 temperature and changing the 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.
3.3 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.3.1 PCH-FW Configuration TPM Device Selection This item allows you to select the TPM device. Configuration options: [dTPM] [PTT] 3.3.2 Trusted Computing Security Device Support This item allows you to enable or disable BIOS support for security devices.
CPU Power Management Control This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU’s power. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) This item allows your system to support more than two frequency ranges. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology This item allows you to enable or disable Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology support. When enabled, CPPC v2 interface allows hardware controlled P-state.
[Disabled] [Enabled] Disables internal graphics. Enables internal graphics. RC6 (Render Standby) Allows you to enable or disable render standby support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.5 PCI Express Configuration Allows you to select a PEG or PCI graphical device. PCIEX16 (G5) Slot PCIEx16 (G5) Slot This item allows you to enable or disable the PCIEX16 (G5) slot.
ASPM This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management on both NB (NorthBridge) side and SB (SouthBridge) side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1] [Auto] L1 Substates This item allows you to select the PCI Express L1 Substates settings. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1.1] [L1.1 & L1.2] PCIe Speed Configures the speed of PCIEx16 (G3) slot.
the port. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value or input the desired value. Hot Plug These items allow you to enable/disable PCIEX1 (G3) slot Hot Plug support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Detect Non-Compliance Device Allows you to enable or disable the detection function of non-compliance PCI Express device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.6 CSM Configuration CSM Support Allow you to enable/disable the CSM support.
Serial Port 2 Configuration Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set Serial Port to [Enabled]. COM2 Control Allows you to select the COM2 mode. Configuration options: [RS232] [RS422] [RS485] Serial Port 3 Configuration Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).
3.3.8 Serial Console Redirection COM1~COM6 Console Redirection Allows you enable or disable the console redirection feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Console Redirection Settings The settings specify how the host computer and the remote computer (which the user is using) will exchange data. Both computers should have the same or compatible settings. Terminal Type Configuration options: [VT100] [VT100Plus] [VT-UTF8] [ANSI] [VT100] ASCII char set.
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. Hardware flow control uses two wires to send start/stop signals. Configuration options: [None] [Hardware RTS/CTS] VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Allows you to enable or disable VT-UTF8 Combination Key Support for ANSI/ VT100 terminals. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Recorder Mode With this mode enabled only text will be sent.
3.3.10 Network Stack Configuration Network Stack This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following two items appear only when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. Ipv4 PXE Support This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Ipv6 PXE Support This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv6 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.
USB5-9, 14 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] 3.3.12 NVMe Configuration The NVMe Configuration menu displays the NVMe controller and drive information of the devices connected and allows you to configure NVMe device options settings. 3.3.13 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio [Enabled] Enables the HD Audio Device.
3.3.15 APM Configuration ErP Ready Allows you 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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore AC Power Loss [S5 State] [S0 State] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.
Watchdog Count mode Allows you to select Watchdog Timer I count mode. Configuration options: [Second Mode] [Minute Mode] Watchdog Timer Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value or input the desired value directly. The value ranges from 1 to 255. 3.4 Hardware Monitor menu The items in this menu provide you an overview of system status including temperature, fan speed and voltage, and allow you to configure the smart fan. Smart Fan Mode Allows you to select the smart fan mode.
administrator password for accessing the system. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3.
Key Management The Key Management item allows you to modify Secure Boot variables and set Key Management page. Platform Key (PK) / Key Exchange Keys / Authorized Signatures / Forbidden Signatures Configuration options: [Update] [Append] 3.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Configuration CHASSIS INTRUDE Allows you to enable or disable the chassis intrusion detection function.
3.7 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Save Changes & Exit This option allows you to save your changes and exit the Setup program. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to save changes and exit. Discard Changes & Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears.
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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