N97S-IM-AA N200S-IM-AA N305S-IM-AA X742ES-IM-AA User Manual
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Contents About this manual..............................................................................................................5 Conventions used in this manual.......................................................................................... 6 Package contents...............................................................................................................7 Chapter 1: Specifications Summary Chapter 2: Product Introduction 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Before you proceed......
.4.5 4.4.6 4.4.7 4.4.8 4.4.9 4.4.10 4.4.11 4.4.12 4.4.13 4.4.14 4.4.15 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 Graphics Configuration............................................................................................... 64 Super IO Configuration............................................................................................... 65 Serial Console Redirection......................................................................................... 66 SATA Configuration.......................................
About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Single Board Computer, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Specifications Summary This chapter details the hardware and software features of your Single Board Computer. Chapter 2: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard. It includes description of the connectors, and I/O ports on the motherboard.
Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks. WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing certain tasks and prevent damage to your Single Board Computer's data and components.
Package contents Your Single Board Computer package contains the following items: Single Board Computer SATA and power cable NOTE: • Some bundled accessories may vary depending on model. For details on these accessories, refer to their respective user manuals. • The device illustration is for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary depending on model.
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1 Specifications Summary
Specifications Summary Product Name CPU N97S-IM-AA Intel® N97 Processor Base Frequency 2.0 GHz Quad-core N200S-IM-AA Intel® N200 1.0 GHz Quad-core N305S-IM-AA Intel® i3-N305 1.8 GHz Octo-core X742ES-IM-AA Intel® Atom x7425E 1.5 GHz Quad-core L3 Cache Chipset 6MB Integrated Form factor 3.5”, 146 x 105 mm Memory 1x SO-DIMM, DIMM max. 16GB, DDR5 4800 MT/s, In-Band ECC (IBECC) Storage 1 x SATA 6Gb/s connector Controller Intel® UHD Graphics HDMI 1 x HDMI supports HDMI 2.
Rear I/O Internal connectors Watchdog Timer (H/W) Security Power Supply Operating System Environment 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports 2 x RJ-45 LAN ports 6 x Serial ports (2 x RS-232/422/485, 4 x RS232) 2 x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 2 USB 2.
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2 Product Introduction Chapter 2: Product Introduction
2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. NOTE: The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models. IMPORTANT! Components shown in this section may require additional purchase. Refer to the Package contents section for more information about the contents of your Single Board Computer package.
2.2 Motherboard layout Jumpers Page 1. Clear RTC RAM jumper 18 2. Display Panel VCC Power Selection jumper 19 3. COM Ring/+5V/+12V Selection jumper 19 4.
Connectors/slots Page 1. M.2 (E-key) Wi-Fi slot 25 2. Mini PCIe slot 23 3. Battery connector 27 4. LVDS EDP Signal connector (on selected models) 21 5. M.2 (M-key) slot 24 6. Panel Backlight Power connector (on selected models) 32 7. Serial Port (COM) connector 30 8. Chassis Intrusion connector 26 9. DIMM slot 17 10. COM Debug connector 27 11. Nano SIM Card slot 25 12. Fan connector 34 13. USB 2.0 connector 31 14. DC-in 4-Pin Power connector 33 15.
2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with one (1) Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (SODIMM) slot designed for DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules. WARNING! 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.
2.4 1. Onboard jumpers Clear RTC RAM jumper The Clear RTC RAM jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Short-circuit this jumper with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4.
2. Display Panel VCC Power Selection jumper (on selected models) The Display Panel VCC Power jumper allows you to select the voltage for the LVDS panel. 3. COM Ring/+5V/+12V Selection jumper The COM Ring/+5V/+12V Selection jumper allows you to select the voltage for the COM port.
4. AT/ATX Mode Configuration jumper The AT/ATX Mode Configuration jumper allows you to switch between AT or ATX modes. The default setting for this jumper is set to ATX mode with a jumper cap attached, to switch to AT mode, remove the jumper cap.
2.5 1. Internal connectors LVDS EDP Signal connector (on selected models) The LVDS EDP Signal connector allows you to connect an internal embedded DisplayPort. Connector type WtoB CON 2x 20P G/F 1.
2. SATA 6Gb/s & SATA Power connector The SATA 6Gb/s and SATA Power connectors allow you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable and power cable. Connector type Wafer HD 4P, 2.0mm pitch & Wafer HD 7p, 1.27mm pitch NOTE: Ensure to use the bundled cable when connecting a storage device to this connector.
3. Mini PCIe slot The Mini PCIe slot allows you to install a Mini PCIe peripheral device. NOTE: The Mini PCIe peripheral device is purchased separately.
4. M.2 (M-key) slot The M.2 slot allows you to install 2242/2280 M.2 devices, such as 2242/2280 M.2 SSD modules. NOTE: • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • This motherboard supports 2242/2280 SATA devices.
5. M.2 (E-key) Wi-Fi slot The M.2 Wi-Fi slot allows you to install an M.2 Wi-Fi module (E-key, type 2230). NOTE: The M.2 Wi-Fi module is purchased separately. 6. Nano SIM Card slot The Nano SIM Card slot allows you to install a Nano SIM card. NOTE: The Nano SIM card is purchased separately.
7. Power Button connector The Power Button connector allows you to connect an external power button. 8. Chassis Intrusion connector The Chassis Intrusion connector allows you to connect an intrusion sensor or microswitch for the chassis intrusion detection feature. When you remove any chassis component, the sensor or microswitch triggers and sends a high level signal and records a chassis intrusion event.
9. Battery connector The Battery connector allows you to connect a lithium CMOS battery. 10. COM Debug connector The COM Debug connector allows you to connect a COM debug card. Connector type Header 2x3p, 2.
11. SMBus connector The System Management Bus (SMBus) connector allows you to connect SMBus devices. This connector is generally used for communication with system and power management-related tasks. Connector type Header 1x4p, 2.0mm pitch 12. GPIO connector The GPIO connector allows you to connect a general purpose input/ output module to customize digital signal input/output. Connector type 28 Single Board Computer BOX header 2x5p, K9, 2.
13. I2C connector The I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) connector allows you to connect an I2C-compatible IoT security module. Connector type Header 1x3p, K3, 2.0mm pitch 14. SPI TPM connector The SPI TPM connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Connector type Header 2x7p, K14, 2.
15. Serial Port connector The Serial (COM) Port connector allows you to connect a serial port module. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening on the system chassis. Connector type BOX header 2x5p, K10, 2.0mm pitch NOTE: • The serial port module is purchased separately. • COM1 and COM2 support RS-232/422/485. • COM3-COM6 support RS-232.
16. USB 2.0 connector The USB 2.0 connector allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 MB/s connection speed. Connector type BOX header 2x5p, K9, 2.0mm pitch WARNING! DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! NOTE: The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
17. Panel Backlight Power connector (on selected models) The Panel Backlight Power connector is for the panel back light module power input. Connector type 32 Single Board Computer WAFER 5P 2.
18. DC-in 4-Pin Power connector The DC-in 4-pin Power connector is for DC power input. Using a compatible power cable and power board, you may connect a suitable power supply with DC-in jacks.
19. Fan connector (on selected models) The Fan connector allows you to connect a fan to cool the system. Connector type WtoB CON 4P, 1.25mm, S/T WARNING! • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cable to the fan connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Make sure that the cable is fully inserted into the connector.
20. Front Panel Audio (Line Out / Mic) connector The Front Panel Audio connector is for a line out /microphone module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the line Out / mic module cable to this connector. Connector type BOX header 2x5p, K8, 2.0mm pitch NOTE: We recommend that you connect a high-definition line out / mic module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s highdefinition audio capability.
21. Internal Speaker connector The 4-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. Connector type 36 Single Board Computer WtoB CON 4P, 1.
22. Front Panel connector The Front Panel connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connector type • BOX header 2x5p 2.0mm pitch System Power LED connector (PLED) The 2-pin connector allow you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED lights up when the system is connected to a power source, or when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
2.6 I/O connectors Front panel Front panel connectors 1. HDMI port 2. DisplayPort 3. USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports 4.
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IMPORTANT! • Make sure that your hands are dry before proceeding with the rest of the installation process. Before installing any of the features in this guide, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or metal object to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Turn off the power of your Single Board Computer, and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before performing any installation/ uninstallation process. NOTE: The illustrations in this section are for reference only.
3.2 Installing a 2.5” storage device 1. Connect the storage device cable to the storage device. 2. Connect the storage device cable to the SATA6G and SATA_PWR connectors on the motherboard.
3.3 Installing an mPCIe card Your motherboard comes with an mPCIe slot that allows you to install an mPCIe peripheral card. Align and insert the mPCIe card into the slot (A), press it down, and secure it in place using a screw.
3.4 Installing a nano SIM card 1. (Optional) Remove the mPCIe card if there is one installed by removing the screw securing the mPCIe card first, then removing the mPCIe card. 2. Push the nano SIM cover in the direction away from the DIMM slots. 3. Lift the nano SIM cover. 4. Place the nano SIM into the nano SIM slot. 5. Replace the nano SIM cover. 6. Push the nano SIM cover in the direction towards the DIMM slots to secure the nano SIM card.
3.5 Installing a wireless card 1. Remove the screw from the M.2 standoff. 2. Align and insert the wireless card into its slot on the motherboard. Gently push down the wireless card on top of the standoff, and then fasten it using the previously removed screw. 3. (Optional) Connect the antennas to your wireless card. NOTE: • Connecting antennas to your wireless card may strengthen the wireless signal. • A soft clicking sound indicates that the antenna has been securely attached on the wireless card.
3.6 Installing an M.2 SSD 1. (Optional) Replace the standoff if it has been removed, or move and install it based on the length of your M.2 SDD. 2. Align and insert the M.2 SSD into its slot inside the Single Board Computer. 3. Gently push down the M.2 SSD on top of the standoff, and then fasten it using a screw.
3.7 Installing a heatsink 1. Place the heatsink with its fins faced down on a flat surface. 2. Place the motherboard over the heatsink so that the five (5) screw holes on the motherboard are aligned to the five (5) standoffs on the heatsink as shown below. 3. Secure the motherboard to the heatsink using the five (5) spring screws bundled with the heatsink in the sequence shown below.
4. (Optional) Attach the heatsink and motherboard assembly to your chassis using the M3 mounting holes along the four sides of the heatsink together with the bundled M3 screws. NOTE: A total of twelve (12) mounting holes are provided for more flexibility in attaching the assembly to your chassis. M3 mounting holes M3 Screw Dimensions P0.5 D (5.30-5.60) NYLOK PHILLIPS#1 d (2.88-2.98) H (0.90-1.00) L (6.70-7.
3.8 Installing a heat spreader 1. Place the heat spreader with its copper pad and thermal interface material facing up on a flat surface. 2. Remove the plastic protective film from the copper pad and thermal interface material on the heat spreader, if there is one. 3.
4. Secure the motherboard to the heat spreader using the five (5) M2.5 spring screws bundled with the heat spreader in the sequence shown below. M2.5 spring screw M2.5 Spring Screw Dimensions 6.0±0.10 0.8±0.10 M2.5*0.45 1# 2.38-2.48) 2.7±0.05 6.9±0.10 2.90±0.05 0.45±0.03 4.8±0.2 6.0±0.
5. Mount the motherboard and heat spreader assembly to the chassis using four (4) M2.5 screws to the four (4) chassis mounting screw holes on the heat spreader. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the chassis mounting screw holes.
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4.1 Getting to know your BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as Storage Device Configuration, Advanced Power Management, and Boot Device Configuration that are needed for system startup. Under normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance.
4.2 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.
BIOS menu screen This section provides a brief introduction of the BIOS Interface of your Single Board Computer.
4.3 Main Menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date and time. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. System Date [Day mm/dd/yyyy] Allows you to set the system date. System Time [hh:mm:ss] Allows you to set the system time.
4.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. WARNING! Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
4.4.1 LVDS Configuration Switch to LVDS Allows you to enable or disable Switch to LVDS. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] NOTE: The following item appears when you set Switch to LVDS to [Enabled]. All-in-One Chassis Allows you to select All-in-One (AiO) chassis (if applicable) for simplified AiO configuration. Configuration options: [None] [1920*1080 LVDS1] [1920*1080 LVDS2] [1920*1080 LVDS3] [1600*900 LVDS4] NOTE: • Be cautious when selecting AiO chassis.
LFP Panel Type Allows you to select LFP panel used by Internal Graphics Device. Configuration options: [VBIOS Default] [640x480] [800x600] [1024x768] [1280x1024] [1400x1050 LVDS1] [1400x1050 LVDS2] [1600x1200] [1366x768] [1680x1050] [1920x1200] [1440x900] [1600x900] [1024x768] [1280x800] [1920x1080] [2048x1536] Inverter Polarity Allows you to set the inverter board polarity.
4.4.2 PCH-FW Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Management Engine Technology Parameters. TPM Device Selection This item allows you to select the TPM device. [dTPM] Discrete TPM [PTT] Intel Platform Trust Technology firmware TPM NOTE: • When [dTPM] is selected, PTT (firmware TPM) will be disabled, and the TPM device connected to the SPI TPM connector on the motherboard will be enabled. If no TPM device is connected, the TPM feature will be disabled.
4.4.3 Trusted Computing NOTE: Changes here do not take effect until computer is restarted. Security Device Support Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS support for security device. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] NOTE: The following items appear when a TPM device is installed on your motherboard.
Storage Hierarchy Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Endorsement Hierarchy Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Single Board Computer 61
4.4.4 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology When set to [Enabled], a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] VT-d Allows you to enable or disable VT-d capability.
CPU - Power Management Control Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) Allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology Allows you to enable or disable Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology support. When enabled, CPPC v2 interface allows hardware controlled P-states. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Turbo Mode Allows you to enable or disable processor Turbo Mode (requires Intel Speed Step or Intel Speed Shift to be available when enabled).
4.4.5 Graphics Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure settings related to graphics. RC6(Render Standby) Allows you to enable or disable render standby support.
4.4.6 Super IO Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure system super IO chip parameters. Super IO Chip Serial Port 1-2 Configuration Allows you to set the parameters of Serial Port 1-2. Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable Serial Port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: The following items appear only when Serial Port is set to [Enabled].
4.4.7 Serial Console Redirection The items in this menu allow you to configure serial console redirection parameters. COM1-6 Console Redirection Allows you to enable or disable the console redirection feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: The following item appears only when Console Redirection is set to [Enabled]. Console Redirection Settings This item becomes configurable only when you enable the Console Redirection item.
Terminal Type Allows you to set the terminal type. [VT100] ASCII char set. [VT100Plus] Extends VT100 to support color, function keys, etc. [VT-UTF8] Uses UTF8 encoding to map Unicode chars onto 1 or more bytes. Extended ASCII char set. [ANSI] Bits per second Selects serial port transmission speed. The speed must be matched on the other side. Long or noisy lines may require lower speeds.
Flow Control Flow control can prevent data loss from buffer overflow. When sending 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 the VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support for ANSI/VT100 terminals.
4.4.8 SATA Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure SATA device options. While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show [Empty] if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. SATA Controller(s) Allows you to enable or disable the SATA Controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] NOTE: The following items appear only when SATA Controller(s) is set to [Enabled]. M.
4.4.9 Network Stack Configuration Allows you to configure network stack settings. Network Stack Allows you to enable or disable UEFI Network Stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: The following items appear only when Network Stack is set to [Enabled]. IPv4 PXE Support Enables or disables the IPv4 PXE Boot Support. If disabled, IPv4 PXE boot option will not be created. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IPv6 PXE Support Enables or disables the IPv6 PXE Boot Support.
4.4.10 USB Configuration NOTE: The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. XHCI Hand-off NOTE: This item is set to [Disabled] by default for the EHCI (enhanced host controller interface) support by XHCI drivers in operating systems. [Enabled] Support XHCI by BIOS for operating systems without XHCI support. [Disabled] Support XHCI by XHCI drivers for operating systems with XHCI support.
USB32G2_1-4 Allows you to enable or disable each USB port. When set to [Disabled], any USB devices plugged into the connector will not be detected by the BIOS or OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB2_5-6 Allows you to enable or disable each USB port. When set to [Disabled], any USB devices plugged into the connector will not be detected by the BIOS or OS.
4.4.11 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Allows you to enable or disable HD audio support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] LAN1 I210AT Allows you to enable or disable LAN1. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN2 I210AT Allows you to enable or disable LAN 2. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MPCIE PCIE Port Allows you to enable or disable mini PCIe port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB Port Allows you to enable or disable the physical USB port.
M.2(WIFI)_E M.2 BT Allows you to enable or disable M.2 Bluetooth. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] I2C1 Controller Allows you to enable or disable I2C controller support.
4.4.12 Miscellaneous DMI/OPI Configuration DMI Gen3 ASPM Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen3 Active State Power Management (ASPM) support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DMI ASPM Allows you to enable or disable DMI ASPM support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] PCI Express Configuration DMI Link ASPM Control Allows you to control the ASPM of the DMI Link.
4.4.13 APM Configuration Allows you to configure the Advance Power Management (APM) settings. ErP Ready Allows the BIOS to switch off some power at S4/S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Restore AC Power Loss [S5] The system goes into OFF state after an AC power loss. [S0] The system goes into ON state after an AC power loss.
Power On By RTC Allows you to disable the real-time clock (RTC) or enable it to schedule a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Single event] [Daily event] [Weekly event] [Monthly event] 4.4.14 EZ-Flash Enter Ez-Flash mode Allows you to enter Ez-Flash mode to run the ASUS Ez-Flash BIOS ROM utility. WARNING! Make sure to back up your Bitlocker recovery key and suspend Bitlocker encryption in the operating system before updating your BIOS.
4.4.15 Watchdog Timer The items in this menu allow you to configure settings related to Watchdog Timer. Watchdog Support Allows you to enable or disable Watchdog Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: The following items appear only when Watchdog Support is set to [Enabled]. Watchdog Count Mode Allows you to select the Watchdog Timer count mode. Configuration options: [Second Mode] [Minute Mode] Watchdog Timer Allows you to input the Watchdog time-out interval.
4.5 Hardware Monitor menu The Hardware Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan mode. Smart Fan Mode Allows you to select a smart fan mode.
4.6 Security menu This menu allows a new password to be created or a current password to be changed. The menu also enables or disables the Secure Boot state and lets the user configure the System Mode state. Administrator Password To set an administrator password: 1. 2. 3. Select the Administrator Password item and press . From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1. 2.
3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Confirm the password when prompted. NOTE: To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password, but press when prompted to create/ confirm the password. User Password To set a user password: 1. 2. 3. Select the User Password item and press . From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . Confirm the password when prompted.
Secure Boot Secure Boot can be enabled if the system is running in User mode with enrolled platform Key (EPK) or if the CSM function is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Boot Mode In Custom Mode, the secure boot policy variables can be configured by a physically present user without full authentication. Configuration options: [Standard] [Custom] Key Management The Key Management item allows you to modify Secure Boot variables and set Key Management page.
To change the password for your HDD: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Select the HDD Security Configuration item and press . Select the Set User Password item and press . From the Enter Current Password box, key in a password, then press . From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . Confirm the password when prompted. NOTE: To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press when prompted to create/confirm the password.
4.7 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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Setup Prompt Timeout Allows you to set the number of seconds that the firmware waits before initiating the original default boot selection. 65535(OxFFFF) means indefinite waiting. Use <+> or <-> to adjust the value.
Bootup NumLock State Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Quiet Boot Allows you to enable or disable the Quiet Boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Fast Boot [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices.
4.8 Exit menu The Save & Exit menu items allow you to save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. NOTE: Pressing does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or from the legend bar to exit. Save Changes and Exit Exit system setup after saving changes. Discard Changes and Exit Exit system setup without saving changes. Save Changes and Reset Exit system setup after saving changes.
Discard Changes and Reset Reset the system without saving any changes. Save Option Save Changes Save changes done so far to any of the setup options. Discard Changes Discard changes done so far to any of the setup options. Restore Defaults Restore/load default values for all the setup options. Save as User Defaults Save the changes done so far as User Defaults. Restore User Defaults Restore/load default values for all the setup options. Boot Override These item displays the available devices.
4.9 Updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup: 1. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 To recover the BIOS using a bootable USB flash disk drive when the BIOS file fails or is corrupt. 2. ASUS EzFlash Updates the BIOS using a USB flash disk. Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. 4.9.
Recovering the BIOS from a USB flash drive To recover the BIOS from a USB flash drive: 1. Insert the USB flash drive with the original or updated BIOS file to one of the USB ports on the system. 2. The utility will automatically recover the BIOS. It resets the system when the BIOS recovery finished. WARNING! DO NOT shut down or reset the system while recovering the BIOS! Doing so will cause system boot failure! NOTE: The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard.
To update the BIOS using EzFlash Utility: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to a USB port. 2. Enter the BIOS setup program. Go to the Advanced menu > EZ-Flash > Enter Ez-Flash mode. Select Yes and then OK to auto reboot and enter EZ-Flash mode. WARNING! Make sure to back up your Bitlocker recovery key and suspend Bitlocker encryption in the operating system before updating your BIOS. 3.
WARNING! • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! IMPORTANT! Make sure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press and select Yes to load the BIOS default settings.
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Safety information Your Single Board Computer 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 • • • • • • • • • 94 Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you operate your system. Do not use this product near water or a heated source. Set up the system on a stable surface.
Care during use • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. • • Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system. When the system is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows. Always unplug the power cord from the power outlets before cleaning the system. 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.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. NO DISASSEMBLY The warranty does not apply to the products that have been disassembled by users DO NOT throw the Single Board Computer in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
Regulatory notices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at https://csr.asus.com/ english/REACH.htm ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment.
Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
ISED Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with ISED RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 Regional notice for Singapore Complies with IMDA Standards DB103778 This ASUS product complies with IMDA Standards.
Declaration of compliance for product environmental regulation ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements. Please refer to https://csr.asus.com/Compliance.
Türkiye RoHS AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to https:// csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions.
ENERGY STAR® Qualified Product ENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR® logo comply with the ENERGY STAR® standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default.
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