Industrial Motherboard J3455I-CM-A
E17521 Second Edition October 2020 Copyright © 2020 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Contents Chapter 1 1.1 Product overview 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...
3.6 3.7 3.8 3.5.3 CPU Core Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage.3-14 3.5.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]....................................... 3-14 3.5.5 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled].................................. 3-15 Boot menu................................................................................... 3-17 3.6.1 Fast Boot [Enabled]....................................................... 3-17 3.6.2 Boot Logo Display [Enabled]..........................................
Chapter 1 Product overview 1.1 Package contents Check your industrial motherboard package for the following items. 1 x ASUS J3455I-CM-A Motherboard 1 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. 1.2 Features • Built-in Intel® Celeron® Quad-core Processor J3455 • Two DDR3L 1866/1600/1333 MHz Non-ECC Un-buffered U-DIMMs up to 8GB • 2 x SATA 6Gb/s, 6 x USB 3.
1.3 Specifications CPU Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage Ethernet Audio Built-in Intel® Celeron® Quad-core Processor J3455 2 x DDR3L, max.
2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 1 x Parallel Port header Internal Connectors 1 x LPC TPM header 1 x Display Panel VCC Power selection header 1 x LCD panel monitor switch header 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector Manageability Power requirement Operation Temperature Non-Operation Temperature Relative Humidity OS support Form Factor 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector WfM 2.
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 17.0cm(6.7in) CPU_FAN CHA_FAN KBMS HDMI Intel® J3455 U32G1_12 ASM 1442K 20 BUZZER 19 USBE12 USB56 Super I/O AAFP 18 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 COM2 TPM VGA COM1 RTD 2166 M.
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. CPU and chassis fan headers (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (20-1 pin U32G1_12) 3. USB 2.0 headers (10-1pin USB_E12, USB56) 4. Built-in Intel® Celeron® Quad-core Processor J3455 5. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 6. M.2 Wi-Fi 7. DDR3L DIMM slots 8. Display panel VCC power selection (3-pin VCC_PWR_SEL) 9. System panel header (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10. Display panel backlight power selection (3-pin BLKT_PWR_SEL) 11.
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an onboard Intel® Celeron® Quad-core processor J3455. Intel® J3455 2.4 System memory DIMM_B1 DIMM_A1 This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B.
Recommended memory configuration Installing a DIMM 1 2 3 Chapter 2: Motherboard information 2-5
To remove a DIMM 2-6 J3455I-CM-A
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 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. 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. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a low-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is installed. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND CHASSIS PIN 1 Connector type 3. HEADER 4p, K2, 2.
4. Display panel backlight power selection (3-pin BLKT_PWR_SEL) BLKT_PWR_SEL 2 2 12V (Default) 5V 1 3 Pins 12V (Default) 1-2 5V 2-3 Connector type HEADER 1x3p, 2.
2.6 Connectors 2.6.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 6 7 8 3 4 9 10 5 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) ports. These ports allow Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
8. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Ray, and other protected content. 9. Serial port connector (COM). This port connects a modem, or other devices that conform with serial specification. 10. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.
2.6.2 1. Internal connectors CPU and chassis fan headers (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan headers on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the header. A CPU_FAN B CHA_FAN FAN_PWM FAN_IN 12V GND A B Connector type WAFER HD 4p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T CAUTION: Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan headers. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
3. USB 2.0 header (10-pin USBE12, USB56) These headers are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB cables to these headers. These USB headers comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. A USBE12 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P1USB_P1+ USB+5V USB_P2USB_P2+ GND NC GND USB56 GND NC USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ B Connector type PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ B GND A Header 2x5p, K9, 2.54mm pitch CAUTION! Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB headers. Doing so will damage the motherboard.
4. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) Correctly orient the ATX power supply plugs into these connectors and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. B ATX12V EATXPWR GND GND +12V_CPU +12V_CPU A A PIN 1 B +3.3V +12V +12V +5VSB NC GND +5V GND +5V GND +3.3V +3.3V GND +5V +5V +5V -5V GND GND GND ATX_PSON#_R GND -12V +3.3V PIN 1 5. M.2 Wi-Fi This socket connects to an M.2 Wi-Fi device. M.2(WIFI) NOTE: The M.2 Wi-Fi module is purchased separately.
6. Front panel system panel header (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This header supports several chassis-mounted functions. PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LEDGND O_RSTCON#_PR +5V_FPANEL 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 header is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this header.
7. Flat panel display brightness header (8-pin LCD_BLKT_PANEL) This header is for the LCD panel brightness controls. LCD_BLKT_PANEL LCD_ENABKLT LCD_BL_PWM BLKT_PWR BLKT_PWR GND GND LCD_BRI_UP LCD_BRI_DOWN PIN 1 Connector type 8. WAFER 6p, 2.0mm pitch Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2) 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.
9. LVDS connector (40-pin LVDS) This connector is for an LCD monitor that supports Low Voltage Differential Signalling (LVDS) interface. LVDS ODD_Lane3_P ODD_Lane3_N ODD_Lane2_P ODD_Lane2_N ODD_Lane1_P ODD_Lane1_N ODD_Lane0_P ODD_Lane0_N EVEN_Lane3_P EVEN_Lane3_N EVEN_Lane2_P EVEN_Lane2_N EVEN_Lane1_P EVEN_Lane1_N EVEN_Lane0_P EVEN_Lane0_N GND LCD_VCC LCD_VCC LCD_VCC N/C +3.
11. LPT header (26-1 pin LPT) O_LPT_XAFD#_R O_LPT_ERROR#_R O_LPT_XINIT#_R O_LPT_XSLIN#_R GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) header supports devices such as a printer. LPT is standardized as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. LPT O_LPT_XSTB#_R O_LPT_XPD0_R O_LPT_XPD1_R O_LPT_XPD2_R O_LPT_XPD3_R O_LPT_XPD4_R O_LPT_XPD5_R O_LPT_XPD6_R O_LPT_XPD7_R O_LPT_ACK#_R O_LPT_BUSY_R O_LPT_PE_R O_LPT_SLCT_R PIN 1 12.
13. Serial port header (10-pin COM2) This header is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port cable to this header, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. COM2 CTS1# DSR1# DTR1# RXD1 RI1# RTS1# GND TXD1 DCD1# PIN 1 Connector type BOX header 2x5p, K10, 2.54mm pitch NOTE: The serial port cable is purchased separately. 14.
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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.
Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tool For configuring options for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default se
3.2 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add. When using a mouse, hover the pointer to the item. 2. Press on your keyboard or right-click on your mouse to add the item to My Favorites page.
3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. 3.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] [Español] [Русский] [한국어] 3.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 3.3.
• If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. 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.
3.4 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. 3.4.1 LVDS Configuration The items in this menu show the LVDS-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. IGD Flat Panel [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable IGD video output to onboard LVDS.
Inverter Polarity [Normal] Allows you to select the inverter board polarity. Configuration options: [Inverted] [Normal] Screen Brightness [Neutral] Allows you to select screen brightness. Configuration options: [Dimmest] [Dimmer] [Dim] [Neutral] [Bright] [Brighter] [Brightest] Channel Select [Normal] Allows you to select the channel. Configuration options: [Dual Channel] [Single Channel] Mode Select [Normal] Allows you to select the mode.
LVDS Spread Spectrum Control [+/-0.5%% Center Spread] Allows you to configure the LVDS spread spectrum clocking. Configuration options: [Disabled] [+/- 1%% Center Spread] [+/- 0.5%% Center Spread] 3.4.2 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the HD Audio Device. [Disabled] Disables the HD Audio Device. The following item appears only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled].
Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] Allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] Serial Port 1 Configuration The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the serial port configuration. Serial Port [On] Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Configuration options: [On] [Off] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] Allows you to select the Serial Port base address.
Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/ Second will become user-configurable with set values. 3.4.4 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in the submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed. Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables this function.
Max package C State Support [Auto] Allows you to control the maximum Package C State that the processor supports. Configuration options: [PC2] [PC1] [C0] Max Core C State Support [Core C6] Allows you to control the maximum Core C State that the processors support. Configuration options: [Fused value] [Core C10] [Core C9] [Core C8] [Core C7] [Core C6] [Core C1] [Unlimited] 3.4.5 Network Stack Configuration Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack.
LAN_U32G1_3/4 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable an individual USB port. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. USBE12, USB5/6 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable an individual USB port. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. 3.4.7 Platform Trust Technology The items in this menu allow you to configure the Platform Trust Technology. TPM Device Selection [Discrete TPM] This item allows you to select the firmware TPM or discrete TPM. [Firmware TPM] Enables PTT in SkuMgr.
Aggressive LPM Support [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enable] and is designed for LPM (link power management) support with a better energy saving condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [On] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST.
3.5 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. 3.5.1 CPU/MB/ Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperature. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperature. 3.5.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU / chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM).
CPU Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.
Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed.
3.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. 3.6.1 Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enabled] Select to accelerate the boot speed. [Disabled] Select to go back to normal boot. The following item appears when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled]. Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after AC power loss. 3.6.
Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Disabled]. This item allows you to select a desired post report waiting time. Configuration options: [1 sec] ~ [10 sec] [Until Press ESC]. 3.6.3 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. 3.6.4 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs.
3.6.6 Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Windows® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. OS Type [Windows UEFI mode] Allows you to select your installed operating system. [Windows UEFI mode] Executes the Microsoft® Secure Boot check. Only select this option when booting on Windows® UEFI mode or other Microsoft® Secure Boot compliant OS.
Load KEK from File Allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device. Append KEK from file Allows you to load the additional KEK from a storage device for an additional db and dbx loaded management. The KEK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. DB Management The db (Authorized Signature database) lists the signers or images of UEFI applications, operating system loaders, and UEFI drivers that you can load on the single computer.
3.7 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. 3.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 3 screen. 3.7.2 ASUS User Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. The user profile status items show Not Assigned if no profile is created. Profile Name Allows you to key in a profile name.
3.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to load the default values.
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.
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