Industrial Motherboard Q170A-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...
3.3.13 EzFlash.......................................................................... 3-11 3.3.14 Watchdog Timer............................................................. 3-11 3.3.15 Network Stack Configuration......................................... 3-11 3.3.16 Miscellaneous................................................................ 3-11 3.4 Hardware Monitor menu............................................................. 3-12 3.5 Security menu.......................................
Chapter 1 Product overview 1.1 Package contents Check your industrial motherboard package for the following items. 1 x ASUS Q170A-IM-A Industrial Motherboard 1 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x M.2 screw package 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.
1.3 Specifications CPU Intel® Socket 1151 for 7th/ 6th Gen Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors Supports Intel® 14nm CPU Supports up to 65W Chipset Intel® Q170 Chipset Memory 2 x U-DIMM, max.32GB, DDR4 2400/2133 MHz SDRAM Graphics Supports dual displays: 1 x VGA port + 1 x HDMITM port (Default) - Supports VGA output with a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - Supports HDMI output with a maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 @24Hz 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.
1 x GPIO header (8-bit) 1 x I2C header 1 x LPC Debug header 1 x LPT header 1 x Speaker header Internal I/O connectors 1 x SPI TPM header 1 x System Panel header 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.
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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. 1 2 3 4 3 5 24.4cm(9.
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. COM1/2 Ring/+5V/+12V selection jumpers (6-pin COM1_SEL, COM2_SEL) 2-12 2. ATX Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 2-16 3. CPU and Chassis Fan headers (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 2-16 4. Intel® LGA1151 CPU socket 2-4 5. DDR4 U-DIMM slots 2-9 6. COM Port headers (10-1 pin COM3 - COM8) 2-17 7. USB 2.0 headers/connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78 / USB9, USB10) 2-17 8. Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2/3) 2-18 9.
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the Intel® 7th / 6th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors. LGA1151 IMPORTANT! Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. CAUTION! 2-4 • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
2.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 CAUTION! LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1151 socket. DO NOT install an LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1151 socket.
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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.
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2.4 System memory DIMM_B1* DIMM_A1* 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. +3V_BAT GND 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. COM1/2 Ring/+5V/+12V selection jumpers (6-pin COM1_SEL, COM2_SEL) A A COM2_SEL B 2 1 4 +12V 3 +5V 6 5 RI (Default) B COM1_SEL 2 1 +12V 3. Setting +12V Pins 1-2 +5V 3-4 Ring (Default) 5-6 4 3 +5V 6 5 RI (Default) 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.
4. AT/ATX mode selection jumper (3-pin AT_ATX_SEL) AT_ATX_SEL 1 5. 2 2 3 High Active (Default) Low Active Pins 1-2 (Default) ATX mode 2-3 AT mode Connector type HEADER 1x3p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T WDT Enable jumper (2-pin WDT_EN) A watchdog timer is an electronic timer that is used to detect and recover from computer malfunctions. The HW WDT (watchdog timer) Enable jumper allows the HW watchdog resets the system automatically even when the system crashes.
2.6 Connectors 2.6.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 7 8 4 5 9 10 6 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Serial ports (COM, RS232/RS422/RS485). These ports connect modems, or other devices that conform with serial specification. 3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. LAN (RJ-45) ports. These ports allow Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
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 Port Light Blue (Rear panel) 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.
2.6.2 1. Internal connectors 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. A B ATX12V EATXPWR B GND GND +12V_CPU +12V_CPU A PIN 1 +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 2.
3. COM Port headers (10-1 pin COM3 - COM8) 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. A B C A COM6 B COM5 C COM8 D COM7 D RI1# RTS1# GND TXD1 DCD1# CTS1# DSR1# DTR1# RXD1 PIN 1 COM3 F COM4 RXD1 DTR1# DSR1# CTS1# E PIN 1 F DCD1# TXD1 GND RTS1# RI1# E Header 2x5p, K10, 2.54mm pitch Connector type NOTE: The serial port cables are purchased separately. 4. USB 2.
5. Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s ports (7-pin SATA6G_1/2/3) GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND These ports connect to SATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives or optical drives via SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. B SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 C SATA6G_3 A A B GND RSATA_RXP RSATA_RXN GND RSATA_TXN RSATA_TXP GND C 6.
7. M.2 slot (SOCKET 3) This slot allows you to install an M.2 SSD module. M.2(SOCKET3) NOTES: • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • This slot supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices.
8. Front Panel System Panel header (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This header supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LEDGND O_RSTCON#_PR NC 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.
9. 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. +5V GND GND SPKO SPEAKER PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 1x4p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T 10. I2C header (6-1 pin 12C) The I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) header allows you to connect an I2C compatible IoT security module. PWR 3.3V NC I2C I2C_DATA I2C_CLK GND PIN 1 Connector type Header 2x3p, K6, 2.
11. General purpose input/output header (10-pin GPIO_CON) This header is for a general purpose input/output module which allows you to customize the digital signal input/output. GND GPIO8 GPIO6 GPIO4 GPIO2 GPIO_CON +5VSB GPIO7 GPIO5 GPIO3 GPIO1 PIN 1 Connector type WAFER HD 2x5p, 2.0mm pitch, S/T 12. LPC Debug header +3V +3V CK_24M_DEBUG_LPC GND This header allows connection to a LPC Debug card.
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. LPT is standardized as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. PIN 1 LPT_XSTB# LPT_XPD0 LPT_XPD1 LPT_XPD2 LPT_XPD3 LPT_XPD4 LPT_XPD5 LPT_XPD6 LPT_XPD7 LPT_ACK# LPT_BUSY LPT_PE LPT_SLCT LPT 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. 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.
3.3.3 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show CPU-related information the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in the submenu may be different depending on the type of CPU installed. Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology When set to [Enabled], a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology.
Enhanced C-states Allows to enable or disable the enhanced C1 state. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Package C State limit Allows you to disable or enable the whole C-State package support. Configuration options: [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [C7] [C7s] [C8] [Cpu Default] [Auto] 3.3.4 Graphics Configuration The items in this menu allow you to select a primary display from IGFX, PEG and PCI graphical devices.
Detect Non-Compliance Device Allows you to enable or disable the detection function of non-compliance PCI Express device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PCIEX16_2 Slot PCIEX16_2 Slot Allows you to enable or disable the PCIEX16_2 slot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Allows you to control the Active State Power Management on both NB (NorthBridge) side and SB (SouthBridge) side of the DMI Link.
L1 Substates 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 the PCIEX16_3 slot. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] Detect Timeout Allows you to set the time (in milliseconds) of waiting for link to exit Detect state for enabled ports before assuming there is no device and potentially disabling the port. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value or input the desired value directly.
Hot Plug Allow you to enable and disable the PCIEX4 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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Network Controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy PXE OpROM.
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).
NCT5104DSEC Super IO Configuration Serial Port 5/6/7/8 Configuration Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.8 Serial Console Configuration COM1~COM8 Console Redirection Allows you enable or disable the console redirection feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.3.9 SATA Configuration SATA6G_1/2/3 Allow you to enable/disable the SATA6G_1/2/3 port.
Audio Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the HD Audio Device. Disables the HD Audio Device. Intel LAN1 Controller [Enabled] Enables the Intel LAN1 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Intel LAN PXE OPROM This item allows you to enable or disable the PXE Option ROM of the Intel LAN1 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel LAN2 Controller [Enabled] Enables the Intel LAN2 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller.
Power On By RTC [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date(Days) and Hour/Minute/Second are use-conffigurable with set values. [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. 3.3.13 EzFlash Enter Ez-Flash mode This item allows you to run EzFlash utility. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. 3.3.
PCI Express Configuration DMI Link ASPM Control This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 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.
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. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Confirm the password when prompted. To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password, but press when prompted to create/confirm the password.
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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Setup Prompt Timeout Allows you to set the number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535(0xFFFF) means indefinite waiting. Configuration options: [1] - [65535] Boot up NumLock State [On] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [On].
USB Support [Disabled] All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for a fastest POST time. [Full Initial] All USB devices will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. [Partial Initial] For a faster POST time, only the USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected. PS/2 Devices Support Select any of these settings when PS/2 devices are installed. These settings only apply when Fast Boot is enabled.
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.
English ASUSTeK Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of related Directives. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at: www.asus.com/support Français AsusTek Computer Inc. déclare par la présente que cet appareil est conforme aux critères essentiels et autres clauses pertinentes des directives concernées. La déclaration de conformité de l’UE peut être téléchargée à partir du site Internet suivant : www.
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