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  • Page 1 MS-98E2 (v1.x) Industrial Computer Board...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates and other information, or contact our technical staff via http://www.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    MS-98E2 Safety Instructions ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ￭ Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. ￭ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ￭ Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. ￭ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating.

  • Page 4: Chemical Substances Information

    Chemical Substances Information In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at: http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html Battery Information European Union: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste.

  • Page 5: Ce Conformity

    MS-98E2 CE Conformity Hereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive. FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Preface CONTENTS Copyright Notice .................... ii Trademarks ....................ii Revision History .................... ii Technical Support ..................ii Safety Instructions ..................iii Chemical Substances Information ............... iv Battery Information ..................iv CE Conformity ....................v FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ......... v WEEE Statement ..................
  • Page 7 Overview Thank you for choosing the MS-98E2, an excellent industrial computer board. Based on the innovative Intel C236 / H110 chipset for optimal system ® efficiency, the MS-98E2 accommodates the Intel Desktop Kaby Lake-S/ ® Skylake-S processor and supports up to 4 / 2 DDR4 2133MHz / 2400MHz (7th Gen) U-DIMM slots to provide the maximum of 64 / 32GB memory capacity.

  • Page 8: Motherboard Specifications

    Overview Motherboard Specifications Processor ■ 7th/6th Gen Intel Desktop Kaby Lake-S/Skylake-S Core™ i7/i5/i3/Penti- ® /Celeron Series Processor, Max 95W ® ® Chipset ■ SKU1: Intel C236 ® ■ SKU2: Intel H110 ® Memory ■ Dual channel DDR4, up to 2133MHz / 2400MHz (7th Gen) ■...
  • Page 9 MS-98E2 Internal I/O ■ 1 x 8-pin power connector ■ 1 x 24-pin power connector ■ 3 x System fan connectors ■ 1 x CPU fan connector ■ 2 x USB2.0 connectors (4 ports) ■ 1 x USB3.0 port (2 ports) (SKU1:C236) ■...

  • Page 10: Form Factor

    Overview Graphics ■ Integrated Intel HD Graphics ® - 1 x VGA (Max resolution 1920 x 1200) - 1 x DVI-D (Max resolution 1920 x 1200) - 1 x DisplayPort (Max resolution 3840 x 2160) - 1 x LVDS (18/24 bit, Dual Channel)(SKU1:C236) ■...

  • Page 11: Motherboard Layout

    MS-98E2 Motherboard Layout SKU1:C236 LVDS CPU Power LVDS Inverter SMBus System Fan CPU Fan System Fan Connector Connector Jumper Connector Connector Connector Connector AT/ATX Jumper Power COM Port Connector Power Jumper U-DIMM Rear I/O Slots TPM Header LVDS Inverter Connector...
  • Page 12 Overview SKU2:H110 CPU Power COM Port SMBus System Fan CPU Fan System Fan Connector Power Jumper Connector Connector Connector Connector AT/ATX Jumper Power Connector U-DIMM Rear I/O Slots TPM Header SATA Ports NVM LAN Jumper Jumper GPIO Header PCIe Slot Front Panel Header PCI Slot...

  • Page 13: Hardware Setup 2-1

    Hardware Setup This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the com- ponents and follow the installation procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong orientation, the components will not work prop- erly.
  • Page 14 Hardware Setup Components Reference Guide CPU (Central Processing Unit) 2-4 Introduction to LGA 115x CPU ..............2-4 CPU Installation ..................2-5 Memory 2-6 Dual-Channel Mode ...................2-6 Recommended Memory Population ............2-6 Installing Memory Modules ................2-6 Power Supply 2-7 System Power Connector: PWRCONN1 ...........2-7 CPU Power Connector: JPWR1 ..............2-7 Rear Panel I/O 2-8 Connector 2-11...
  • Page 15 MS-98E2 Jumper2-18 NVM LAN Jumper: JNVM1 ..............2-18 Clear CMOS Jumper: J_CMOS1 .............2-18 AT/ATX Select Jumper: JAT1 ..............2-18 COM Port Power Jumper: JCOMP7 (for JCOM1), JCOMP3~6 (for JCOM3~6) �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-19 LVDS Power Jumper: JVDD1 (SKU1:C236) ..........2-19 PCI Slot Power Jumper: JVDD2 ..............2-19 ME Jumper: ME_DIS1 ................2-19...

  • Page 16: Cpu (Central Processing Unit)

    Hardware Setup CPU (Central Processing Unit) When installing the CPU, make sure that you install the cooler to prevent over- heating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning on the computer. Important Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system� Always make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating�...

  • Page 17: Cpu Installation

    MS-98E2 CPU Installation When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.

  • Page 18: Memory

    Hardware Setup Memory Dual-Channel Mode In Dual-Channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the same type and density in different channel DIMM slots. Recommended Memory Population SKU1:C236 Number of DIMMs installed DIMM1 (ch A) DIMM2 (ch A) DIMM3 (ch B) DIMM4 (ch B) SKU2:H110...

  • Page 19: Power Supply

    MS-98E2 Power Supply System Power Connector: PWRCONN1 This connector allows you to connect a power supply. To connect to the power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper orienta- tion and the pins are aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the connector.

  • Page 20: Rear Panel I/O

    Hardware Setup Rear Panel I/O Mouse/ Keyboard RJ45 GbE RJ45 GbE Serial Port Combo Port LAN Port LAN Port VGA Port Line-In Line-Out Mic-In USB20 USB30 USB30 DVI-D Port DisplayPort Port Port Port Mouse / Keyboard Combo Port The standard PS/2 mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2 mouse/key- ®...
  • Page 21 MS-98E2 RS-232 SIGNAL DESCRIPTION NDCD Data Carrier Detect NSIN Signal In NSOUT Signal Out NDTR Data Terminal Ready Signal Ground NDSR Data Set Ready NRTS Request To Send NCTS Clear To Send 5V or 12V selected by jumper RS-422 SIGNAL...
  • Page 22 Hardware Setup RJ45 GbE LAN Port The standard single RJ45 LAN jack is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to it. LED Status Description No link Active Yellow Linked Active LED Speed Blinking Data activity...

  • Page 23: Connector

    MS-98E2 Connector Fan Power Connector: CPUFAN1, SYSFAN1~3 The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. When con- necting the wire to the connectors, always note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to the +12V; the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.

  • Page 24: Chassis Intrusion Header: J4

    Hardware Setup Chassis Intrusion Header: J4 This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the computer case is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this intrusion and a warning message will flash on screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.

  • Page 25: Audio Amplifier Connector: Jamp1

    MS-98E2 Audio Amplifier Connector: JAMP1 The connector is used to connect audio amplifiers to enhance audio performance. Front Panel Header: JFP1 This front panel connector is provided for electrical connection to the front panel switches & LEDs and is compliant with Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

  • Page 26: Lvds Inverter Connector: Jinvt1 (Sku1:C236)

    Hardware Setup LVDS Inverter Connector: JINVT1 (SKU1:C236) The connector is provided for LCD backlight options. LVDS Connector: JLVDS1 (SKU1:C236) The LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signal) connector provides a digital interface typically used with flat panels. After connecting an LVDS interface flat panel to the JLVDS1, be sure to check the panel datasheet and set the LVDS jumper to proper power voltage.

  • Page 27: Rs-232 Com Port Header: Com7~Com10 (Sku1:C236)

    MS-98E2 RS-232 COM Port Header: COM7~COM10 (SKU1:C236) This connector is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach serial devices to it through the optional serial port bracket. LPC Debug Port Connector: JTPM1 (With TPM Support) This connector works as LPC debug port and supports TPM modules.

  • Page 28: Rs232 Serial Port Connector: Jcom2~Jcom6

    Hardware Setup RS232 Serial Port Connector: JCOM2~JCOM6 This connector is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach serial devices to it through the optional serial port bracket. SIGNAL DESCRIPTION Data Carrier Detect Receive Data Transmit Data Data Terminal Ready Signal Ground...

  • Page 29: Front Audio Connector: Jaud1

    MS-98E2 Front Audio Connector: JAUD1 This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. S/PDIF Pinheader: JSPDI1 This pinheader is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) interface for digital audio transmission.

  • Page 30: Jumper

    Hardware Setup Jumper Important Avoid adjusting jumpers when the system is on; it will damage the motherboard� NVM LAN Jumper: JNVM1 Use this jumper to specify the operation of LAN. On: Enable security Off: Disable security and the INVM lock and the INVM lock (Non-secure mode) Clear CMOS Jumper: J_CMOS1...

  • Page 31: Com Port Power Jumper: Jcomp7 (For Jcom1), Jcomp3~6 (For Jcom3~6)

    MS-98E2 COM Port Power Jumper: JCOMP7 (for JCOM1), JCOMP3~6 (for JCOM3~6) These jumpers specify the operation voltage of the onboard serial ports. JCOMP7 (for JCOM1) JCOM1 Power RI Support select by BIOS JCOMP3~6 (for JCOM3~6) +12V LVDS Power Jumper: JVDD1 (SKU1:C236) Use this jumper to specify the operation voltage of the LVDS display.

  • Page 32: Slot

    Hardware Setup Slot PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot The PCI Express slot supports PCIe interface expansion cards. PCIe x16 slot PCIe x8 slot Mini-PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot The Mini-PCIe slot is provided for wireless LAN cards, TV tuner cards, Robson NAND Flash cards and other Mini-PCIe cards.

  • Page 33: Pci (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot

    MS-98E2 PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot The PCI slot supports PCI interface expansion cards. Important When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to config- ure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration.
  • Page 34 Hardware Setup 2-22...

  • Page 35: Bios Setup 3-1

    BIOS Setup This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup program and allows users to configure the system for optimal use. Users may need to run the Setup program when: ■ An error message appears on the screen at system startup and re- quests users to run SETUP.

  • Page 36: Entering Setup

    BIOS Setup Entering Setup Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <DEL> or <F2> key to enter Setup. Press <DEL> or <F2> to enter SETUP If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button.

  • Page 37: Control Keys

    MS-98E2 Control Keys ← → Select Screen ↑ ↓ Select Item Enter Select Change Option General Help Previous Values Optimized Defaults Save & Reset Exit Getting Help After entering the Setup menu, the first menu you will see is the Main Menu.

  • Page 38: The Menu Bar

    BIOS Setup The Menu Bar ▶ Main Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date, etc. ▶ Advanced Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features. ▶ Boot Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices. ▶...

  • Page 39: Main

    MS-98E2 Main (SKU1:C236) (SKU2:H110) ▶ System Date This setting allows you to set the system date. The date format is <Day>, <Month> <Date> <Year>.
  • Page 40 BIOS Setup ▶ System Time This setting allows you to set the system time. The time format is <Hour> <Min- ute> <Second>. ▶ SATA Mode Selection This setting specifies the SATA controller mode.

  • Page 41: Advanced

    MS-98E2 Advanced ▶ Full Screen Logo Display This BIOS feature determines if the BIOS should hide the normal POST messag- es with the motherboard or system manufacturer’s full-screen logo. When it is enabled, the BIOS will display the full-screen logo during the boot-up sequence, hiding normal POST messages.
  • Page 42 BIOS Setup ▶ CPU Configuration ▶ Intel Virtualization Technology Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple “Virtual” systems. ▶...
  • Page 43 MS-98E2 ▶ Super IO Configuration ▶ Serial Port 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 /6 /7 /8 /9 /10 (SKU1:C236) ▶ Serial Port 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 /6 (SKU2:H110) This setting enables/disables the specified serial port. ▶ Change Settings This setting is used to change the address & IRQ settings of the specified serial port.
  • Page 44 BIOS Setup ▶ FIFO Mode This setting controls the FIFO data transfer mode. ▶ Shared IRQ Mode This setting provides the system with the ability to share interrupts among its serial ports. ▶ H/W Monitor These items display the current status of all monitored hardware devices/ components such as voltages, temperatures and all fans’...
  • Page 45 MS-98E2 ▶ PCI / PCIE Device Configuration ▶ Legacy USB Support Set to [Enabled] if you need to use any USB 1.1/2.0 device in the operating system that does not support or have any USB 1.1/2.0 driver installed, such as DOS and SCO Unix.

  • Page 46: Boot

    BIOS Setup Boot ▶ CSM Support This setting enables/disables the support for Compatibility Support Module, a part of the Intel Platform Innovation Framework for EFI providing the capability to support legacy BIOS interfaces. Important If the Operating System is going to boot in UEFI mode, disable CSM Support to speed up the boot process�...

  • Page 47: Security

    MS-98E2 Security (SKU1:C236) (SKU2:H110) 3-13...
  • Page 48 BIOS Setup ▶ Administrator Password Administrator Password controls access to the BIOS Setup utility. ▶ User Password User Password controls access to the system at boot and to the BIOS Setup utility. ▶ Chassis Intrusion The field enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status and issuing a warning message if the chassis is once opened.
  • Page 49 MS-98E2 ▶ ME Firmware Version, ME Firmware Mode, ME Firmware SKU, System Integrity Value, ME Firmware Status 1, ME Firmware Status 2, NFC Sup- port These settings show the firmware information of the Intel ME (Management Engine). ▶ ME State This setting specifies the Intel Management Engine state.
  • Page 50 BIOS Setup ▶ PTT Configuration Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) is a platform functionality for credential storage and key management used by Microsoft Windows. ▶ ME Debug Configuration ▶ Trusted Computing ▶ Security Device Support This setting enables/disables BIOS support for security device. When set to [Disable], the OS will not show security device.
  • Page 51 MS-98E2 ▶ Serial Port Console Redirection ▶ Console Redirection Console Redirection operates in host systems that do not have a monitor and keyboard attached. This setting enables/disables the operation of console re- direction. When set to [Enabled], BIOS redirects and sends all contents that should be displayed on the screen to the serial COM port for display on the terminal screen.
  • Page 52 BIOS Setup ▶ VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support This setting enables/disables the VT-UTF8 combination key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. ▶ Recorder Mode, Resolution 100x31 These settings enable/disable the recorder mode and the resolution 100x31. ▶ Legacy OS Redirection Resolution This setting specifies the redirection resolution of legacy OS. ▶...

  • Page 53: Chipset

    MS-98E2 Chipset (SKU1:C236) (SKU2:H110) 3-19...
  • Page 54 BIOS Setup ▶ Primary Display This setting specifies which is your primary graphics adapter. ▶ DVMT Pre-Allocated This setting defines the DVMT pre-allocated memory. Pre-allocated memory is the small amount of system memory made available at boot time by the system BIOS for video.

  • Page 55: Power

    MS-98E2 Power ▶ Restore AC Power Loss This setting specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs. Available settings are: [Power Off] Leaves the computer in the power off state. [Power On] Leaves the computer in the power on state.

  • Page 56: Save & Exit

    BIOS Setup Save & Exit ▶ Save Changes and Reset Save changes to CMOS and reset the system. ▶ Discard Changes and Exit Abandon all changes and exit the Setup Utility. ▶ Discard Changes Abandon all changes. ▶ Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the motherboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the motherboard.

  • Page 57: Appendix Wdt & Gpio

    Appendix WDT & GPIO This appendix provides the sample codes of WDT (Watch Dog Timer) and GPIO (General Purpose Input/ Output). 2-A-1...

  • Page 58: Wdt Sample Code

    WDT & GPIO WDT Sample Code SIO_INDEX_Port equ 04Eh SIO_DATA_Port equ 04Fh SIO_UnLock_Value equ 087h SIO_Lock_Value equ 0AAh WatchDog_LDN equ 007h WDT_UNIT equ 60h ;60h=second, 68h=minute, 40h=Disabled Watchdog timer WDT_Timer equ 30 ;ex. 30 seconds Sample code: ;Enable config mode dx, SIO_INDEX_Port al, SIO_UnLock_Value dx, al...

  • Page 59: Gpio Sample Code

    MS-98E2 GPIO Sample Code  GPI 0 ~ GPI 3 GPI 0 GPI 1 GPI 2 GPI 3 IO Address F040h F040h F040h F040h Slave Address SIO GPIO Register Sample code  GPO 0 ~ GPO 3 GPO 0 GPO 1...
  • Page 60 WDT & GPIO...

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