USER MANUAL VIPRO VP7910 Fanless quad-core panel PC with 10.4” resistive or projective capacitive touch screen -10082015-111900...
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The information and product specifications within this document are subject to change at any time, without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such change. VIA Technologies, Inc. reserves the right the make changes to the products described in this manual at any time without prior notice.
Battery Recycling and Disposal Only use the appropriate battery specified for this product. Do not re-use, recharge, or reheat an old battery. Do not attempt to force open the battery. Do not discard used batteries with regular trash. Discard used batteries according to local regulations. Safety Precautions Always read the safety instructions carefully.
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Table of Contents 1. 1. 1. 1. Product Overview Product Overview ........ Product Overview Product Overview ................................................................
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4. 4. 4. 4. BIOS Setup........ BIOS Setup ....................................44 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup ..........................................
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.8.5. Save Options..................72 4.8.6. Save Changes ..................72 4.8.7. Discard Changes..................72 4.8.8. Restore Defaults ..................72 5. 5. 5. 5. Driver Installation Driver Installation........
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Lists of Figures Figure 1: Front side layout..................... 16 Figure 2: Top side layout....................16 Figure 3: Rear side layout ....................17 Figure 4: Bottom side layout..................17 Figure 5: Front side view dimensions................
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Figure 32: Connecting the mSATA data cable ............36 Figure 33: Installing the 3G SIM card................37 Figure 34: Installing the 3G/GPS/WLAN module............. 38 Figure 35: Securing the 3G/GPS/WLAN module............
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Lists of Tables Table 1: Power input connector pinout..............21 Table 2: Audio jack receptacle description.............. 22 Table 3: USB 2.0 port pinout..................23 Table 4: Gigabit Ethernet port pinout ................
COM connectors (with 5V/12V selector), and one GPIO connector. The VIPRO VP7910 also has an external VGA connector and HDMI port that enables dual independent displays and high definition audio ports which makes it ideal for multimedia applications. Storage can be integrated into its internal mSATA flash drive socket and 2.5"...
Support for a Wide Range of Power Sources Support for a Wide Range of Power Sources VIPRO VP7910 supports a wide range of input power from DC 9V ~ 32V. The flexibility of power input enables the system to be deployable for...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Panel/Wall/VESA Mountable Panel/Wall/VESA Mountable Panel/Wall/VESA Mountable Panel/Wall/VESA Mountable Multiple mounting options make it easy to install anywhere, including Panel, VESA and Wall mount. Embedded OS ready...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 1.2. Product Specifications 1.2.1. VP-7910-R1Q12A1 Computing System Computing System Computing System Computing System Processor Processor Processor Processor ® 1.2GHz VIA Eden System Chipset...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Supports Line-out, Line-in and Mic-in audio jacks USB 3.0 USB 3.0 USB 3.0 USB 3.0 Interface Interface Interface Interface Supports two USB 3.0 ports ...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Storage Storage Storage Storage Interface Interface Interface Interface 1 x mSATA socket for mSATA flash drive 1 x SATA port onboard for 2.5” of SATA II HDD ...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Support Over Current Protection Support Under Voltage Protection Power Adapter Power Adapter Power Adapter Power Adapter Optional support of external power adapter ...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual EMC Approved EMC Approved EMC Approved EMC Approved CE/FCC Software Compatibility Software Compatibility Software Compatibility Software Compatibility Operating System Operating System Operating System...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 1.2.2. VP-7910-P1Q12A1 Computing System Computing System Computing System Computing System Processor Processor Processor Processor ® 1.2GHz VIA Eden System Chipset System Chipset System Chipset...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual USB 3.0 USB 3.0 USB 3.0 USB 3.0 Interface Interface Interface Interface Supports two USB 3.0 ports USB 2.0 USB 2.0 USB 2.0 USB 2.0...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 1 x SATA port onboard for 2.5” of SATA II HDD 1 x SATA onboard power connector Watchdog Timer Watchdog Timer Watchdog Timer...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Power Adapter Power Adapter Power Adapter Power Adapter Optional support of external power adapter Mechanical Characteristics Mechanical Characteristics Mechanical Characteristics Mechanical Characteristics Construction...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Software Compatibility Software Compatibility Software Compatibility Software Compatibility Operating System Operating System Operating System Operating System Microsoft Windows 7/8 Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard 7 ...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 1.3. Layout Diagram Figure Figure 1 1 1 1 : Front side layout : Front side layout Figure Figure : Front side layout : Front side layout...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Figure Figure Figure Figure 3 3 3 3 : Rear side layout : Rear side layout : Rear side layout : Rear side layout...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 1.4. Product Dimensions Figure Figure 5 5 5 5 : Front side view dimensions : Front side view dimensions Figure Figure : Front side view dimensions...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Figure Figure Figure Figure 7 7 7 7 : Rear side view dimensions : Rear side view dimensions : Rear side view dimensions : Rear side view dimensions...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Figure Figure 9 9 9 9 : : : : D D D D imensions of the mounting bracket imensions of the mounting bracket...
2.1. External I/O Pin Descriptions and Functionality 2.1.1. Power Button The VIPRO VP7910 comes with a power button on the top side of the chassis that supports Soft power On/Off (Instant Off or 4 second delay), and Suspend. Figure...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 2.1.3. LED Indicators There are two LEDs on the top side coastline of the VIPRO VP7910 that indicate the status of the system: Power LED is green and indicates the status of the system’s power.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 2.1.5. USB 2.0 Ports The VIPRO VP7910 has two external USB ports (USB1 and USB2) on the front panel. Each USB port gives complete Plug and Play and hot swap capability for external devices. The USB interface complies with USB UHCI, Rev. 2.0.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 2.1.6. GigaLAN Ports: LAN1 and LAN2 The VIPRO VP7910 system is equipped with two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1 and LAN2) on the top side of the I/O coastline. Both ports are fully compliant with IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T), 802.3u (100BASE-TX), and 802.3ab (1000BASE-T) standards.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 2.1.7. USB 3.0 Ports The VIPRO VP7910 provides two USB 3.0 ports on the top rear I/O coastline. The USB 3.0 has a maximum data transfer rate up to 5 Gbps and offers a backwards compatible with previous USB 2.0 specifications. Each USB port gives complete Plug and Play and hot swap capability for the external devices.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual ® 2.1.8. HDMI Port ® ® The VIPRO VP7910 has one HDMI port (19-pin HDMI Type C connector) as ® ® defined in the HDMI specification. The HDMI port is for connecting to ®...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 2.1.9. VGA Connector The VIPRO VP7910 provides a high resolution VGA interface through DE-15 female connector on the top side of I/O coastline. It supports resolutions up to 2560 x 1536. The pinout of the VGA connector is shown below.
2.1.10. COM Connector The VIPRO VP7910 has three COM (D-sub 9-pin male) connectors on the right side of the chassis. The COM1 to COM3 connectors can be configured as RS- 232, RS-422, or RS-485. However, the default setting of COM connectors are RS-232.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 2.1.11. DIO Connector The VIPRO VP7910 provides a DIO connector (D-sub 9-pin female connector), which offers Digital I/O communication interface connector. The DIO connector is located on the right side of the chassis. The pinout of the DIO connector is shown below.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 3. 3. 3. 3. Hardware Installation Hardware Installation Hardware Installation Hardware Installation This chapter provides you with information about hardware installation procedures. 3.1. How to remove the rear cover plate Step 1 Remove the eight screws on the top of the rear cover plate.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 3.2. How to install the 2.5” SATA hard disk drive Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Remove the SATA cable. To facilitate removing the SATA cable, use the pliers to unplug the cable.
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Remove the four flat screws and hard drive mounting brackets. Figure Figure 24 24: Removing the HDD mounting brackets...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Step 5 Step 5 Step 5 Step 5 Connect the SATA data and power cables. Then reinstall the mounting brackets with SATA hard drive into the chassis and secure it with four screws.
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Step 7 Step 7 Step 7 Step 7 Plug the SATA data cable to the SATA port 1. Figure Figure Figure Figure 28 28 28...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 3.3. How to install the mSATA flash drive Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Align the notch on the mSATA drive module with the notch on the mini PCIe slot.
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Connect the SATA data cable into the I/O board and connect the other end of the cable to the SATA port 2 on the system’s mainboard.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 3.4. How to insert the 3G SIM Card Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Push back firmly the SIM card socket to unlock the opening.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 3.5. How to install the 3G/GPS/WLAN kit Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Align the notch on the 3G/GPS/WLAN module with the notch on the miniPCIe slot.
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Remove the 3G/GPS/WLAN antenna hole cover from the top side of the chassis. To facilitate removing the cover, use a pair of needle-nose pliers to depress both locking clips simultaneously.
: Wall mount cutout (front view) Note: Note: Note: Note: The cutout shown above is for embedding the VIPRO VP7910 directly into the wall without an additional chassis. If using a chassis to mount the VIPRO VP7910, ensure the cutout is sufficient for the chassis.
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Step 2 Step 2 Step 2 Step 2 Once the cutout has been prepared, slide the VIPRO VP7910 backwards into the panel opening. Figure Figure 39 39: Inserting the VP7910 to the wall cutout : Inserting the VP7910 to the wall cutout...
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Step 3 Step 3 From the other side of the panel, align the panel mounting bracket on the rear side of the VIPRO VP7910 and attach the four screws through the mounting bracket into the rear cover plate. Figure Figure 40...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual Step 4 Step 4 Step 4 Step 4 Secure the mounting bracket to the wall with four screws. Figure Figure Figure Figure 41 41 41...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4. 4. 4. 4. BIOS Setup BIOS Setup BIOS Setup BIOS Setup This chapter gives a detailed explanation of the BIOS setup functions. 4.1. Entering the BIOS Setup Utility...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.3. Getting Help The BIOS Setup Utility provides a “Gener Gener Gener General Help al Help al Help” screen. This screen can be al Help accessed at any time by pressing F1 F1 F1 F1.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.4. System Overview The System Overview screen is the default screen that is shown when the BIOS Setup Utility is launched. This screen can be accessed by traversing the navigation bar to the “Main”...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.4.4. System Date This section shows the current system date. Press Tab Tab to traverse right and Shift+Tab Shift+Tab to traverse left through the month, day, and year segments. The + + + +...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.5. Advanced Settings The Advanced Settings screen shows a list of categories that can provide access to a sub-screen. Sub-screen links can be identified by the preceding right-facing arrowhead.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.5.1. ACPI Settings ACPI grants the operating system direct control over system power management. The ACPI Configuration screen can be used to set a number of power management related functions.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.5.2. S5 RTC Wake Settings The S5 RTC Wake setting enables system to wake from S5 using RTC alarm. Figure Figure Figure Figure 45...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.5.3. CPU Configuration The CPU Configuration screen shows detailed information about the built-in processor. In addition to the processor information, the thermal controls can be set.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.5.4. SATA Configuration The SATA Configuration screen allows the user to view and configure the settings of the SATA configuration settings. Figure Figure 47...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.5.6. F81865 Super IO Configuration The F81865 Super IO Configuration screen allows the user to set system Super IO Chip parameters. Figure Figure Figure...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.5.6.2. 4.5.6.2. Serial Port 2 Configuration Serial Port 2 Configuration 4.5.6.2. 4.5.6.2. Serial Port 2 Configuration Serial Port 2 Configuration Set parameters of Serial Port 2 (COM).
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.5.9. OnBoard Device Configuration The OnBoard Device Configuration screen has the following features. Figure Figure 52 52: Illustration of OnBoard Device Configuration screen : Illustration of OnBoard Device Configuration screen...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.5.9.4. 4.5.9.4. 4.5.9.4. 4.5.9.4. Level Level Level Level Select Backlight Control level: 0%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%, 100%.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.6. Chipset Settings The Chipset Settings screen shows a list of categories that can provide access to a sub-screen. Sub-screen links can be identified by the preceding right- facing arrowhead.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.6.1. DRAM Configuration The DRAM Configuration screen has two features for controlling the system DRAM. All other DRAM features are automated and cannot be accessed.
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 566 MHz 566 MHz 566 MHz 566 MHz The 566 MHz option forces the BIOS to be fixed at 1132 MHz for DDR3 memory modules.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.6.2. Video Configuration The Video Configuration screen has features for controlling the integrated graphics controller in the VX11H chipset. Figure Figure Figure Figure 55...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.6.2.3. 4.6.2.3. Panel Type Panel Type 4.6.2.3. 4.6.2.3. Panel Type Panel Type The Panel Type feature enables the user to specify the resolution of the display being used with the system.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.6.3. PMU_ACPI Configuration The PMU_ACPI Configuration screen can be used to set a number of power management related functions. Figure Figure Figure Figure 56...
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.6.3.1.1. 4.6.3.1.1. AC Loss Auto AC Loss Auto- - - - restart restart 4.6.3.1.1. 4.6.3.1.1. AC Loss Auto AC Loss Auto restart restart AC Loss Auto-restart defines how the system will respond after AC power has been interrupted while the system is on.
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.6.4. Others Configuration The Others Configuration screen can be used to set Watchdog Timer Configuration and Keyboard/Mouse Wakeup Configuration. Figure Figure Figure Figure 58...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.7. Boot Settings The Boot Settings screen has a single link that goes to the Boot Configuration Boot Configuration Boot Configuration Boot Configuration and Boot Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities screens.
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VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.7.2.1. 4.7.2.1. Launch PXE OpROM policy Launch PXE OpROM policy 4.7.2.1. 4.7.2.1. Launch PXE OpROM policy Launch PXE OpROM policy Do not launch Do not launch...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.8. Save & Exit The Save & Exit Configuration screen has the following features: Figure Figure Figure Figure 60 60 60 60: Illustration of Save & Exit screen : Illustration of Save &...
VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual VIPRO VP7910 User Manual 4.8.4. Discard Changes and Reset This command reverts all changes to the settings that were in place when the BIOS Setup Utility was launched. The “F7” hotkey can also be used to trigger this command.
Installation ver Installation 5.1. Microsoft Driver Support The VIPRO VP7910 is compatible with Microsoft operating systems. The latest Windows drivers can be downloaded from the VIA Embedded website at www.viatech.com/en/. For embedded operating systems, the related drivers can be found in the VIA Embedded website at www.viatech.com/en/.
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