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Page 2 NWAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Revision Date Version Changes 2010-08-20 1.02 Minor updates 2008-04-18 1.01 Removed WAFER-LX3-800/W board version 2.0 Changed CN1 pin definitions 2007-08-30 1.00 Initial release Page ii...
Page 2 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Revision Date Version Changes 2008-04-18 1.01 Removed WAFER-LX3-800/W board version 2.0 Changed CN1 pin definitions 2007-08-30 1.00 Initial release Page ii...
Page 3 Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help reduce the chance of losing data or damaging the WAFER-LX3. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written as “CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed. The italicized text is the cautionary message.
Page 3 Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help reduce the chance of losing data or damaging the WAFER-LX3. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written as “CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed. The italicized text is the cautionary message.
Page 4 NWAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard CAUTION: This is an example of a caution message. Failure to adhere to cautions messages may result in permanent damage to the WAFER-LX3. Please take caution messages seriously. NOTE: These messages inform the reader of essential but non-critical information. These messages should be read carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can help avoid making mistakes.
Page 4 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard CAUTION: This is an example of a caution message. Failure to adhere to cautions messages may result in permanent damage to the WAFER-LX3. Please take caution messages seriously. NOTE: These messages inform the reader of essential but non-critical information. These messages should be read carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can help avoid making mistakes.
Page 5 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Copyright COPYRIGHT NOTICE The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Page 5 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Copyright COPYRIGHT NOTICE The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Page 6: Packing List
WAFER-LX3 from or contact an IEI sales representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative, please send an email to sales@iei.com.tw. The items listed below should all be included in the WAFER-LX3 package. 1 x WAFER-LX3 single board computer 1 x IDE 44p/44p flat cable...
Page 6: Packing List
WAFER-LX3 from or contact an IEI sales representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative, please send an email to sales@iei.com.tw. The items listed below should all be included in the WAFER-LX3 package. 1 x WAFER-LX3 single board computer 1 x IDE 44p/44p flat cable...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
1.1.2 WAFER-LX3 Models ..................3 1.1.3 WAFER-LX3 Features..................3 1.2 WAFER-LX3 O ................... 4 VERVIEW 1.2.1 WAFER-LX3 Overview Photo ................4 1.2.2 WAFER-LX3 Peripheral Connectors and Jumpers ........... 6 1.2.3 Technical Specifications..................7 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS ................11 2.1 D ......................12 IMENSIONS 2.1.1 Board Dimensions....................
Page 7: Table Of Contents
1.1.2 WAFER-LX3 Models ..................3 1.1.3 WAFER-LX3 Features..................3 1.2 WAFER-LX3 O ..................4 VERVIEW 1.2.1 WAFER-LX3 Overview Photo ................4 1.2.2 WAFER-LX3 Peripheral Connectors and Jumpers ........... 6 1.2.3 Technical Specifications..................7 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS ................11 2.1 D ......................12 IMENSIONS 2.1.1 Board Dimensions....................
Page 8 PTIONAL TEMS CONNECTOR PINOUTS..................43 4.1 P ..............44 ERIPHERAL NTERFACE ONNECTORS 4.1.1 WAFER-LX3 Layout..................44 4.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors ..............45 4.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors............... 46 4.2 I ..............47 NTERNAL ERIPHERAL ONNECTORS 4.2.1 ATX Power Button Connector................47 4.2.2 ATX Power Input Connector................
Page 8 PTIONAL TEMS CONNECTOR PINOUTS..................43 4.1 P ..............44 ERIPHERAL NTERFACE ONNECTORS 4.1.1 WAFER-LX3 Layout..................44 4.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors ..............45 4.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors............... 46 4.2 I ..............47 NTERNAL ERIPHERAL ONNECTORS 4.2.1 ATX Power Button Connector................47 4.2.2 ATX Power Input Connector................
Page 9 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.3 ATX Power Supply Enable Connector ............. 49 4.2.4 Audio Connector (10-pin) ................50 4.2.5 Backlight Inverter Connector ................51 4.2.6 Battery Connector.................... 52 4.2.7 CompactFlash® Socket..................52 4.2.8 Fan Connector (+12V, 3-pin) ............... 55 4.2.9 Floppy Disk Connector (26-pin)..............56 4.2.10 GPIO Connector ....................
Page 9 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.3 ATX Power Supply Enable Connector ............. 49 4.2.4 Audio Connector (10-pin) ................50 4.2.5 Backlight Inverter Connector ................51 4.2.6 Battery Connector.................... 52 4.2.7 CompactFlash® Socket..................52 4.2.8 Fan Connector (+12V, 3-pin) ............... 55 4.2.9 Floppy Disk Connector (26-pin)..............56 4.2.10 GPIO Connector ....................
Page 10 NWAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.4.2 CF Card Setup ....................89 5.4.3 Clear CMOS Jumper..................89 5.4.4 COM 1/2 Pin 9 Setting Jumper................ 91 5.4.5 LCD Panel Shift Clock Setting................. 92 5.4.6 LCD Voltage Selection ..................93 5.4.7 RS-422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper ............94 5.5 C ....................
Page 10 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.4.2 CF Card Setup ....................89 5.4.3 Clear CMOS Jumper..................89 5.4.4 COM 1/2 Pin 9 Setting Jumper................ 91 5.4.5 LCD Panel Shift Clock Setting................. 92 5.4.6 LCD Voltage Selection ..................93 5.4.7 RS-422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper ............94 5.5 C...
Page 11 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.5.2 IT8888 ISA Decode Memory................134 6.6 P ................137 OWER ANAGEMENT ETUP 6.7 P P/PCI C ..................140 ONFIGURATIONS 6.8 PC H ....................144 EALTH TATUS SOFTWARE DRIVERS ..................147 7.1 A ................148 VAILABLE OFTWARE RIVERS 7.2 O...
Page 11 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.5.2 IT8888 ISA Decode Memory................134 6.6 P ................137 OWER ANAGEMENT ETUP 6.7 P P/PCI C ................... 140 ONFIGURATIONS 6.8 PC H ....................144 EALTH TATUS SOFTWARE DRIVERS ..................147 7.1 A ................148 VAILABLE OFTWARE RIVERS 7.2 O...
Page 12 NWAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard HS C 2002/95/EC W ........212 OMPLIANT NDER ITHOUT ERCURY AUDIO CODEC CONFIGURATION ..............215 H.1 I ...................... 216 NTRODUCTION H.1.1 Accessing the AC’97 CODEC ............... 216 H.1.2 Driver Installation..................216 H.2 S ................217 OUND FFECT ONFIGURATION H.2.1 Accessing the Sound Effects Manager ............
Page 12 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard HS C 2002/95/EC W ........212 OMPLIANT NDER ITHOUT ERCURY AUDIO CODEC CONFIGURATION ..............215 H.1 I ..................... 216 NTRODUCTION H.1.1 Accessing the AC’97 CODEC ............... 216 H.1.2 Driver Installation..................216 H.2 S ................217 OUND FFECT ONFIGURATION H.2.1 Accessing the Sound Effects Manager ............
Page 13 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard List of Figures Figure 1-1: WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard .................2 Figure 1-2: WAFER-LX3-800 and WAFER-LX3-800W Heat Sinks ..........3 Figure 1-3: WAFER-LX3 Overview [Front View] .................5 Figure 1-4: WAFER-LX3 Overview [Solder Side]................6 Figure 2-1: WAFER-LX3 Dimensions (mm)................12 Figure 2-2: External Interface Panel Dimensions (mm)............13 Figure 2-3: Data Flow Block Diagram..................14...
Page 13 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard List of Figures Figure 1-1: WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard .................2 Figure 1-2: WAFER-LX3-800 and WAFER-LX3-800W Heat Sinks ..........3 Figure 1-3: WAFER-LX3 Overview [Front View] .................5 Figure 1-4: WAFER-LX3 Overview [Solder Side]................6 Figure 2-1: WAFER-LX3 Dimensions (mm)................12 Figure 2-2: External Interface Panel Dimensions (mm)............13 Figure 2-3: Data Flow Block Diagram..................14...
Page 14 Figure 4-21: RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Connector Location..........71 Figure 4-22: TFT LCD Connector Pinout Locations..............72 Figure 4-23: USB Connector Pinout Locations ................74 Figure 4-24: WAFER-LX3 External Peripheral Interface Connector ........75 Figure 4-25: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector..................76 Figure 4-26: COM1 Pinout Locations ..................77 Figure 4-27: VGA Connector ......................78...
Page 14 Figure 4-21: RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Connector Location..........71 Figure 4-22: TFT LCD Connector Pinout Locations..............72 Figure 4-23: USB Connector Pinout Locations ................74 Figure 4-24: WAFER-LX3 External Peripheral Interface Connector ........75 Figure 4-25: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector..................76 Figure 4-26: COM1 Pinout Locations ..................77 Figure 4-27: VGA Connector ......................78...
Page 15 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 5-15: LAN Connection ....................103 Figure 5-16: Serial Device Connector..................104 Figure 5-17: USB Device Connection ..................105 Figure 5-18: VGA Connector ....................106 Figure 7-1: Access Windows Control Panel ................149 Figure 7-2: Performance and Maintenance................150 Figure 7-3: Access the System ....................
Page 15 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 5-15: LAN Connection ....................103 Figure 5-16: Serial Device Connector..................104 Figure 5-17: USB Device Connection ..................105 Figure 5-18: VGA Connector ....................106 Figure 7-1: Access Windows Control Panel ................149 Figure 7-2: Performance and Maintenance................150 Figure 7-3: Access the System ....................
Page 16 NWAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-29: Wizard Search ..................... 171 Figure 7-30: Wizard Warning Screen..................171 Figure 7-31: Ethernet Driver Installation ................172 Figure 7-32: Ethernet Driver Installation Complete .............. 173 Figure 7-33: Device Manager Update ..................174 Figure 7-34: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller (Device Manager)..... 175 Figure 7-35: Update Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Selection ..
Page 16 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-29: Wizard Search ..................... 171 Figure 7-30: Wizard Warning Screen..................171 Figure 7-31: Ethernet Driver Installation ................172 Figure 7-32: Ethernet Driver Installation Complete .............. 173 Figure 7-33: Device Manager Update ..................174 Figure 7-34: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller (Device Manager)..... 175 Figure 7-35: Update Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Selection ..
Page 17 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard List of Tables Table 1-1: Technical Specifications.....................9 Table 2-1: Geode LX Graphics Features ...................20 Table 2-2: Supported HDD Specifications ................22 Table 2-3: Power Consumption....................35 Table 3-1: Package List Contents ....................40 Table 3-2: Package List Contents ....................41 Table 4-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors ................46 Table 4-2: Rear Panel Connectors .....................46...
Page 17 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard List of Tables Table 1-1: Technical Specifications.....................9 Table 2-1: Geode LX Graphics Features ...................20 Table 2-2: Supported HDD Specifications ................22 Table 2-3: Power Consumption....................35 Table 3-1: Package List Contents ....................40 Table 3-2: Package List Contents ....................41 Table 4-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors ................46 Table 4-2: Rear Panel Connectors .....................46...
Page 18 NWAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Table 4-23: USB Port Connector Pinouts..................74 Table 4-24: LAN Pinouts ......................75 Table 4-25: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector LEDs ................76 Table 4-26: RS-232 Serial Port (COM 1) Pinouts ..............77 Table 4-27: USB Port Pinouts.....................78 Table 4-28: VGA Connector Pinouts..................79 Table 5-1: Jumpers........................87 Table 5-2: AT Power Select Jumper Settings ................88 Table 5-3: CF Card Setup Jumper Settings ................89...
Page 18 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Table 4-23: USB Port Connector Pinouts..................74 Table 4-24: LAN Pinouts ......................75 Table 4-25: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector LEDs ................76 Table 4-26: RS-232 Serial Port (COM 1) Pinouts ..............77 Table 4-27: USB Port Pinouts.....................78 Table 4-28: VGA Connector Pinouts..................79 Table 5-1: Jumpers........................87...
Page 19 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menus BIOS Menu 1: Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility ..............110 BIOS Menu 2: Standard CMOS Features................112 BIOS Menu 3: IDE Primary Master/Slave menu ..............115 BIOS Menu 4: Advanced BIOS Features ................118 BIOS Menu 5: Advanced Chipset Features................121 BIOS Menu 6: Flat Panel Configuration .................
Page 19 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menus BIOS Menu 1: Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility ..............110 BIOS Menu 2: Standard CMOS Features................112 BIOS Menu 3: IDE Primary Master/Slave menu ..............115 BIOS Menu 4: Advanced BIOS Features ................118 BIOS Menu 5: Advanced Chipset Features................121 BIOS Menu 6: Flat Panel Configuration .................
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Page 21: Introduction
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Page 21: Introduction
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Chapter Introduction Page 1...
Page 22: Overview
A compatible PC/104 ISA expansion card is easily connected to the system through an integrated PC/104 slot. Four USB 2.0 connectors provides additional expansion options to the system ensuring a variety of USB 2.0 devices can be connected to the WAFER-LX3. Page 2...
Page 22: Overview
A compatible PC/104 ISA expansion card is easily connected to the system through an integrated PC/104 slot. Four USB 2.0 connectors provides additional expansion options to the system ensuring a variety of USB 2.0 devices can be connected to the WAFER-LX3. Page 2...
Page 23: Wafer-Lx3 Models
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 1.1.2 WAFER-LX3 Models There are two WAFER-LX3 models. These models are listed below. WAFER-LX3-800 (board revision 1.0): Operates in a normal range of ambient temperatures between 0°C ~ +60°C WAFER-LX3-800W (board revision 1.0): Operates in a wide range of ambient temperatures between -20°C ~ +80°C...
Page 23: Wafer-Lx3 Models
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 1.1.2 WAFER-LX3 Models There are two WAFER-LX3 models. These models are listed below. WAFER-LX3-800 (board revision 1.0): Operates in a normal range of ambient temperatures between 0°C ~ +60°C WAFER-LX3-800W (board revision 1.0): Operates in a wide range of ambient temperatures between -20°C ~ +80°C...
Page 24: Wafer-Lx3 Overview
WAFER-LX3-800 (board revision 2.0): 0°C ~ +60°C 1.2 WAFER-LX3 Overview 1.2.1 WAFER-LX3 Overview Photo The WAFER-LX3 has a wide variety of peripheral interface connectors. Figure 1-3 is a labeled photo of the peripheral interface connectors on the front side of the WAFER-LX3. Page 4...
Page 24: Wafer-Lx3 Overview
WAFER-LX3-800 (board revision 2.0): 0°C ~ +60°C 1.2 WAFER-LX3 Overview 1.2.1 WAFER-LX3 Overview Photo The WAFER-LX3 has a wide variety of peripheral interface connectors. Figure 1-3 is a labeled photo of the peripheral interface connectors on the front side of the WAFER-LX3. Page 4...
Page 25: Figure 1-3: Wafer-Lx3Overview [Front View]
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 1-3: WAFER-LX3Overview [Front View] Figure 1-4 is a labeled photo of the peripheral interface connectors on the solder side of the WAFER-LX3. Page 5...
Page 25: Figure 1-3: Wafer-Lx3Overview [Front View]
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 1-3: WAFER-LX3Overview [Front View] Figure 1-4 is a labeled photo of the peripheral interface connectors on the solder side of the WAFER-LX3. Page 5...
Page 26: Wafer-Lx3 Peripheral Connectors And Jumpers
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 1-4: WAFER-LX3 Overview [Solder Side] 1.2.2 WAFER-LX3 Peripheral Connectors and Jumpers The WWAFER-LX3 has the following connectors on-board: 1 x ATX power connector 1 x Audio connector 1 x Backlight inverter connector 1 x Battery connector...
Page 26: Wafer-Lx3 Peripheral Connectors And Jumpers
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 1-4: WAFER-LX3 Overview [Solder Side] 1.2.2 WAFER-LX3 Peripheral Connectors and Jumpers The WWAFER-LX3 has the following connectors on-board: 1 x ATX power connector 1 x Audio connector 1 x Backlight inverter connector 1 x Battery connector...
Page 27: Technical Specifications
COM1 and COM2 serial RI port and voltage selection jumper LCD panel shift clock setting jumper LCD panel voltage select jumper RS-422/485 mode select jumper 1.2.3 Technical Specifications WAFER-LX3 technical specifications are listed in Table 1-1. See Chapter 2 for details. Specification WAFER-LX3 3.5” Form Factor System CPU AMD Geode™...
Page 27: Technical Specifications
COM1 and COM2 serial RI port and voltage selection jumper LCD panel shift clock setting jumper LCD panel voltage select jumper RS-422/485 mode select jumper 1.2.3 Technical Specifications WAFER-LX3 technical specifications are listed in Table 1-1. See Chapter 2 for details. Specification WAFER-LX3 3.5” Form Factor System CPU AMD Geode™...
Page 28 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 256 MB DDR onboard (standard) Memory 512 MB DDR onboard (optional) Analog VGA display through external DB-15 connector 24-bit TTL through 40-pin crimp connector Display 18-bit single channel LVDS through 20-pin crimp connector BIOS Award BIOS label AC’97 RealTek ALC203 codec...
Page 28 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 256 MB DDR onboard (standard) Memory 512 MB DDR onboard (optional) Analog VGA display through external DB-15 connector 24-bit TTL through 40-pin crimp connector Display 18-bit single channel LVDS through 20-pin crimp connector BIOS Award BIOS label AC’97 RealTek ALC203 codec...
Page 29: Table 1-1: Technical Specifications
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard WAFER-LX3-800 (board revision 1): 0°C ~ +60°C Ambient Temperature WAFER-LX3-800W (board revision 1): -20°C ~ +80°C WAFER-LX3-800 (board revision 2): 0°C ~ +60°C 5% ~ 95% non-condensing Humidity Dimensions (W x L) 145.99 mm x 102.00 mm...
Page 29: Table 1-1: Technical Specifications
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard WAFER-LX3-800 (board revision 1): 0°C ~ +60°C Ambient Temperature WAFER-LX3-800W (board revision 1): -20°C ~ +80°C WAFER-LX3-800 (board revision 2): 0°C ~ +60°C 5% ~ 95% non-condensing Humidity Dimensions (W x L) 145.99 mm x 102.00 mm...
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Page 31: Detailed Specifications
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Page 32: Dimensions
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 2.1 Dimensions 2.1.1 Board Dimensions The dimensions of the board are listed below: Length: 102.00mm Width: 145.99mm Figure 2-1: WAFER-LX3 Dimensions (mm) Page 12...
Page 32: Dimensions
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 2.1 Dimensions 2.1.1 Board Dimensions The dimensions of the board are listed below: Length: 102.00mm Width: 145.99mm Figure 2-1: WAFER-LX3 Dimensions (mm) Page 12...
Page 33: External Interface Panel Dimensions
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 2.1.2 External Interface Panel Dimensions External peripheral interface connector panel dimensions are shown in Figure 2-2. Figure 2-2: External Interface Panel Dimensions (mm) Page 13...
Page 33: External Interface Panel Dimensions
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 2.1.2 External Interface Panel Dimensions External peripheral interface connector panel dimensions are shown in Figure 2-2. Figure 2-2: External Interface Panel Dimensions (mm) Page 13...
Page 34: Data Flow
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 2.2 Data Flow Figure 2-3 shows the data flow between the two on-board chipsets and other components installed on the motherboard and described in the following sections of this chapter. Figure 2-3: Data Flow Block Diagram Page 14...
Page 34: Data Flow
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 2.2 Data Flow Figure 2-3 shows the data flow between the two on-board chipsets and other components installed on the motherboard and described in the following sections of this chapter. Figure 2-3: Data Flow Block Diagram Page 14...
Page 35: Cpu Support
® 2.3.1 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500MHz Overview ® An AMD Geode™ LX 800 processor is preinstalled on the WAFER-LX3 show in Figure 2-4. ® Figure 2-4: AMD Geode™ LX 800 Processor ® The specifications for the 500MHz AMD Geode™...
Page 35: Cpu Support
® 2.3.1 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500MHz Overview ® An AMD Geode™ LX 800 processor is preinstalled on the WAFER-LX3 show in Figure 2-4. ® Figure 2-4: AMD Geode™ LX 800 Processor ® The specifications for the 500MHz AMD Geode™...
Page 36: Amd Geode™ Lx 800 Memory Support
Geode™ LX 800 Memory Support ® The AMD Geode™ LX 800 DDR memory bus on the WAFER-LX3 is interfaced to four preinstalled Hynix DDR memory chipsets with a combined memory of 256 MB (standard) or 512 MB (optional) and 133 MHz clock speeds.
Page 36: Amd Geode™ Lx 800 Memory Support
Geode™ LX 800 Memory Support ® The AMD Geode™ LX 800 DDR memory bus on the WAFER-LX3 is interfaced to four preinstalled Hynix DDR memory chipsets with a combined memory of 256 MB (standard) or 512 MB (optional) and 133 MHz clock speeds.
Page 37: Amd Geode™ Lx 800 500Mhz Display Support
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard - 1, 2, 4 or 8 for Interleave Burst C ~ 70 C Operation Package Type : 54_Pin TSOPII Lead Free ® 2.3.3 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500MHz Display Support ® The AMD Geode™ LX 800 supports both CRT and TFT in a dual-simultaneous display mode.
Page 37: Amd Geode™ Lx 800 500Mhz Display Support
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard - 1, 2, 4 or 8 for Interleave Burst C ~ 70 C Operation Package Type : 54_Pin TSOPII Lead Free ® 2.3.3 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500MHz Display Support ® The AMD Geode™ LX 800 supports both CRT and TFT in a dual-simultaneous display mode.
Page 38: Lvds Interface
The TTL signals from the AMD Geode™ LX 800 processor are multiplexed to a Flatlink™ LVDS transmitter on the solder side of the WAFER-LX3. The LVDS transmitter is connected to a 20-pin crimp connector, which in turn can be connected to an LVDS display.
Page 38: Lvds Interface
The TTL signals from the AMD Geode™ LX 800 processor are multiplexed to a Flatlink™ LVDS transmitter on the solder side of the WAFER-LX3. The LVDS transmitter is connected to a 20-pin crimp connector, which in turn can be connected to an LVDS display.
Page 39: Amd Geode™ Lx 800 500Mhz Graphics Processor
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Some of the features of the Flatlink™ LVDS transmitter are listed below: 21:3 data channel compression at up to196 million bytes per second throughput Suited for SVGA, XGA, or SXGA data transmission from controller to display with very low EMI...
Page 39: Amd Geode™ Lx 800 500Mhz Graphics Processor
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Some of the features of the Flatlink™ LVDS transmitter are listed below: 21:3 data channel compression at up to196 million bytes per second throughput Suited for SVGA, XGA, or SXGA data transmission from controller to display with very low EMI...
Page 40: Amd Geode™ Lx 800 500Mhz Power Management
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Bresenham Lines Patterned (stippled) Lines Screen to Screen BLT Screen to Screen BLT with mono expansion Memory to Screen BLT Yes (throttled rep movs writes) Accelerated Text Pattern Size (Mono) 8x8 pixels Pattern Size (Color) 8x8 pixels...
Page 40: Amd Geode™ Lx 800 500Mhz Power Management
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Bresenham Lines Patterned (stippled) Lines Screen to Screen BLT Screen to Screen BLT with mono expansion Memory to Screen BLT Yes (throttled rep movs writes) Accelerated Text Pattern Size (Mono) 8x8 pixels Pattern Size (Color) 8x8 pixels...
Page 41: Geodelink™ Interface Unit
ACPI v2.0 compliant ® 2.4.1 AMD Geode™ CS5536 ATA-6 Controller The single 44-pin WAFER-LX3 IDE connector supports two ATA-6 HDDs. An ATA-6 (Ultra ® ATA/100) compliant IDE controller on the AMD Geode™ CS5536 has a maximum transfer rate of 100MB/s. ATA-6 includes advancements in error checking and ATA-6 drives are compatible with future interface additions.
Page 41: Geodelink™ Interface Unit
ACPI v2.0 compliant ® 2.4.1 AMD Geode™ CS5536 ATA-6 Controller The single 44-pin WAFER-LX3 IDE connector supports two ATA-6 HDDs. An ATA-6 (Ultra ® ATA/100) compliant IDE controller on the AMD Geode™ CS5536 has a maximum transfer rate of 100MB/s. ATA-6 includes advancements in error checking and ATA-6 drives are compatible with future interface additions.
Page 42: Figure 1-1: Wafer-Lx3 3.5" Motherboard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-8: IDE Connector The onboard ATA-6 controller is able to support the following IDE HDDs: Ultra ATA/100, with data transfer rates up to 100MB/s Ultra ATA/66, with data transfer rates up to 66MB/s Ultra ATA/33, with data transfer rates up to 33MB/s...
Page 42: Figure 1-1: Wafer-Lx3 3.5" Motherboard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-8: IDE Connector The onboard ATA-6 controller is able to support the following IDE HDDs: Ultra ATA/100, with data transfer rates up to 100MB/s Ultra ATA/66, with data transfer rates up to 66MB/s Ultra ATA/33, with data transfer rates up to 33MB/s...
Page 43: Amd Geode™ Cs5536 Audio Codec 97 (Ac'97) Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard ® 2.4.2 AMD Geode™ CS5536 Audio Codec 97 (AC’97) Controller The AC’97 specification v2.3 compliant controller on the chipset is interfaced to a 20-bit DAC and 18-bit ADC full-duplex AC'97 2.3 stereo RealTek ALC203 codec. The ALC203 is then connected to a 10-pin audio connector to which an audio kit can easily be connected.
Page 43: Amd Geode™ Cs5536 Audio Codec 97 (Ac'97) Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard ® 2.4.2 AMD Geode™ CS5536 Audio Codec 97 (AC’97) Controller The AC’97 specification v2.3 compliant controller on the chipset is interfaced to a 20-bit DAC and 18-bit ADC full-duplex AC'97 2.3 stereo RealTek ALC203 codec. The ALC203 is then connected to a 10-pin audio connector to which an audio kit can easily be connected.
Page 44 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard High quality differential CD input Two analog line-level mono input: PCBEEP, PHONE-IN Supports double sampling rate (96KHz) of DVD audio playback Two software selectable MIC inputs +6/12/20/30dB boost preamplifier for MIC input Stereo output with 6-bit volume control...
Page 44 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard High quality differential CD input Two analog line-level mono input: PCBEEP, PHONE-IN Supports double sampling rate (96KHz) of DVD audio playback Two software selectable MIC inputs +6/12/20/30dB boost preamplifier for MIC input Stereo output with 6-bit volume control...
Page 45: Amd Geode™ Cs5536 Flash Interface
2.4.4 AMD Geode™ CS5536 USB Controller Two external USB ports and two USB ports on an onboard pin-header on the WAFER-LX3 are interfaced to the chipset USB controller. Four USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 devices can be connected simultaneously to the WAFER-LX3. The chipset USB controller has the...
Page 45: Amd Geode™ Cs5536 Flash Interface
2.4.4 AMD Geode™ CS5536 USB Controller Two external USB ports and two USB ports on an onboard pin-header on the WAFER-LX3 are interfaced to the chipset USB controller. Four USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 devices can be connected simultaneously to the WAFER-LX3. The chipset USB controller has the...
Page 46: Amd Geode™ Cs5536 Real Time Clock
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-11: USB Connectors ® 2.4.5 AMD Geode™ CS5536 Real Time Clock The system chipset has a battery backed up 256-byte real-time clock (RTC) with CMOS RAM. 2.5 GeodeLink™ PCI Bridge 2.5.1 Overview The GeodeLink™ PCI Bridge (GLPCI) module provides a PCI interface for GeodeLink Interface Unit-based designs.
Page 46: Amd Geode™ Cs5536 Real Time Clock
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-11: USB Connectors ® 2.4.5 AMD Geode™ CS5536 Real Time Clock The system chipset has a battery backed up 256-byte real-time clock (RTC) with CMOS RAM. 2.5 GeodeLink™ PCI Bridge 2.5.1 Overview The GeodeLink™ PCI Bridge (GLPCI) module provides a PCI interface for GeodeLink Interface Unit-based designs.
Page 47: Pci Bridge Components
Capable of handling out of bound transactions immediately after reset 2.5.2 PCI Bridge Components The PCI bus on the WAFER-LX3 is connected to the following components: 2 x Intel® 82551ER PCI Ethernet controllers 1 x ITE IT8888G PCI to ISA bridge 2.5.3 Intel®...
Page 47: Pci Bridge Components
Capable of handling out of bound transactions immediately after reset 2.5.2 PCI Bridge Components The PCI bus on the WAFER-LX3 is connected to the following components: 2 x Intel® 82551ER PCI Ethernet controllers 1 x ITE IT8888G PCI to ISA bridge 2.5.3 Intel®...
Page 48: Figure 2-12: Ethernet Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-12: Ethernet Controller Some the features of the Intel® 82551ER are listed below: 100BASE-TX and 10BASE-T Less than 0.5W typical power consumption Scatter-gather bus mastering capabilities enable high-speed transfers over the PCI bus Wake on LAN (WoL) without software configuration...
Page 48: Figure 2-12: Ethernet Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-12: Ethernet Controller Some the features of the Intel® 82551ER are listed below: 100BASE-TX and 10BASE-T Less than 0.5W typical power consumption Scatter-gather bus mastering capabilities enable high-speed transfers over the PCI bus Wake on LAN (WoL) without software configuration...
Page 49: Pci To Isa Bridge
2.5.4 PCI to ISA Bridge An ITE IT8888G PCI to ISA bridge single function device connects the onboard WAFER-LX3 ISA bus PC/104 connector and the GPIO connector to the GeodeLink™ PCI bridge. The PCI-to-ISA bridge is shown in Figure 2-13.
Page 49: Pci To Isa Bridge
2.5.4 PCI to ISA Bridge An ITE IT8888G PCI to ISA bridge single function device connects the onboard WAFER-LX3 ISA bus PC/104 connector and the GPIO connector to the GeodeLink™ PCI bridge. The PCI-to-ISA bridge is shown in Figure 2-13.
Page 50: Lpc Bus Components
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Power-on Serial Bus Configuration Serial IRQ Versatile power-on strapping options Supports NOGO function Single 33 MHz Clock Input +3.3V PCI I/F with +5V tolerant I/O buffers +5V ISA I/F and core Power Supply 2.6 LPC Bus Components 2.6.1 LPC Bus Overview...
Page 50: Lpc Bus Components
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Power-on Serial Bus Configuration Serial IRQ Versatile power-on strapping options Supports NOGO function Single 33 MHz Clock Input +3.3V PCI I/F with +5V tolerant I/O buffers +5V ISA I/F and core Power Supply 2.6 LPC Bus Components 2.6.1 LPC Bus Overview...
Page 51: Winbond W83627Ehg Super I/O Chipset
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-14: BIOS Chipset 2.6.3 Winbond W83627EHG Super I/O chipset The Winbond W83627EHG Super I/O chipset is connected to the AMD Geode™ CS5536 companion device through the LPC bus. The Winbond W83627EHG is an LPC interface-based Super I/O device that comes with Environment Controller integration, floppy disk controller, and UART controller.
Page 51: Winbond W83627Ehg Super I/O Chipset
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-14: BIOS Chipset 2.6.3 Winbond W83627EHG Super I/O chipset The Winbond W83627EHG Super I/O chipset is connected to the AMD Geode™ CS5536 companion device through the LPC bus. The Winbond W83627EHG is an LPC interface-based Super I/O device that comes with Environment Controller integration, floppy disk controller, and UART controller.
Page 52: Super I/O Lpc Interface
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-15: Super I/O Chipset 2.6.3.1 Super I/O LPC Interface ® The LPC interface on the Super I/O complies with the Intel Low Pin Count Specification Rev. 1.01. The LPC interface supports both LDRQ# and SERIRQ protocols as well as PCI PME# interfaces.
Page 52: Super I/O Lpc Interface
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 2-15: Super I/O Chipset 2.6.3.1 Super I/O LPC Interface ® The LPC interface on the Super I/O complies with the Intel Low Pin Count Specification Rev. 1.01. The LPC interface supports both LDRQ# and SERIRQ protocols as well as PCI PME# interfaces.
Page 53: Super I/O Parallel Port
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5, 6, 7, or 8-bit characters Even, odd or no parity bit generation/detection 1, 1.5 or 2 stop bits generation Internal diagnostic capabilities: Loop-back control for communications link fault isolation Break, parity, overrun, framing error stimulation Programmable baud generator allows division of 1.8461 MHz and 24 MHz by 1 to (2 –...
Page 53: Super I/O Parallel Port
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5, 6, 7, or 8-bit characters Even, odd or no parity bit generation/detection 1, 1.5 or 2 stop bits generation Internal diagnostic capabilities: Loop-back control for communications link fault isolation Break, parity, overrun, framing error stimulation Programmable baud generator allows division of 1.8461 MHz and 24 MHz by 1 to (2 –...
Page 54: Super I/O Keyboard And Mouse Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Supports 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch FDD Compatible with industry standard 82077 Supported capacities: 360K 720K 1.2M 1.44M 2.88M Supported transfer rates 250Kbps 300Kbps 500Kbps 1Mbps 2Mbps The FDD controller is interfaced to a FDD connected to the backplane through the board-to-board connectors.
Page 54: Super I/O Keyboard And Mouse Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Supports 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch FDD Compatible with industry standard 82077 Supported capacities: 360K 720K 1.2M 1.44M 2.88M Supported transfer rates 250Kbps 300Kbps 500Kbps 1Mbps 2Mbps The FDD controller is interfaced to a FDD connected to the backplane through the board-to-board connectors.
Page 55: Super I/O Gpio Ports
Northbridge and Southbridge chipsets to ensure the operating temperature of these chips remain low. 2.7.2 Power Consumption Table 2-3 shows the power consumption parameters for the WAFER-LX3 running with an AMD Geode™ LX 800 CPU with 256 MB of onboard memory. Voltage Current +5.0V...
Page 55: Super I/O Gpio Ports
Northbridge and Southbridge chipsets to ensure the operating temperature of these chips remain low. 2.7.2 Power Consumption Table 2-3 shows the power consumption parameters for the WAFER-LX3 running with an AMD Geode™ LX 800 CPU with 256 MB of onboard memory. Voltage Current +5.0V...
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Page 57: Unpacking
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Page 57: Unpacking
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Page 58: Anti-Static Precautions
When the WAFER-LX3 is unpacked, please do the following: Follow the anti-static precautions outlined in Section 3.1. Make sure the packing box is facing upwards so the WAFER-LX3 does not fall out of the box. Make sure all the components shown in Section 3.3 are present.
Page 58: Anti-Static Precautions
When the WAFER-LX3 is unpacked, please do the following: Follow the anti-static precautions outlined in Section 3.1. Make sure the packing box is facing upwards so the WAFER-LX3 does not fall out of the box. Make sure all the components shown in Section 3.3 are present.
Page 59: Unpacking Checklist
If some of the components listed in the checklist below are missing, please do not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or vendor you purchased the WAFER-LX3 from or contact an IEI sales representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative, please send an email to sales@iei.com.tw.
Page 59: Unpacking Checklist
If some of the components listed in the checklist below are missing, please do not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or vendor you purchased the WAFER-LX3 from or contact an IEI sales representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative, please send an email to sales@iei.com.tw.
Page 60: Table 3-1: Package List Contents
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Dual USB cable (wo bracket) (P/N: 32000-070300-RS) Audio cable (P/N: 32000-072100-RS) Mini jumper pack (2.0mm) (P/N:33100-000033-RS) Quick Installation Guide Utility CD Table 3-1: Package List Contents Page 40...
Page 60: Table 3-1: Package List Contents
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Dual USB cable (wo bracket) (P/N: 32000-070300-RS) Audio cable (P/N: 32000-072100-RS) Mini jumper pack (2.0mm) (P/N:33100-000033-RS) Quick Installation Guide Utility CD Table 3-1: Package List Contents Page 40...
Page 61: Optional Items
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 3.4 Optional Items WAFER-LX3-800W WAFER-LX3-CE060 Windows CE 6.0 image and board support package (BSP) software CD, Licensed sticker (without CPU board) WAFER-LX3-CE050 Windows CE 5.0 image and board support package (BSP) software CD, Licensed sticker (without CPU board)
Page 61: Optional Items
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 3.4 Optional Items WAFER-LX3-800W WAFER-LX3-CE060 Windows CE 6.0 image and board support package (BSP) software CD, Licensed sticker (without CPU board) WAFER-LX3-CE050 Windows CE 5.0 image and board support package (BSP) software CD, Licensed sticker (without CPU board)
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Page 63: Connector Pinouts
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Page 63: Connector Pinouts
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Page 64: Peripheral Interface Connectors
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.1 Peripheral Interface Connectors Section 0 shows peripheral interface connector locations. Section 0 lists all the peripheral interface connectors seen in Section 0. 4.1.1 WAFER-LX3 Layout Figure 4-1 shows the on-board peripheral connectors, rear panel peripheral connectors and on-board jumpers.
Page 64: Peripheral Interface Connectors
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.1 Peripheral Interface Connectors Section 0 shows peripheral interface connector locations. Section 0 lists all the peripheral interface connectors seen in Section 0. 4.1.1 WAFER-LX3 Layout Figure 4-1 shows the on-board peripheral connectors, rear panel peripheral connectors and on-board jumpers.
Page 65: Peripheral Interface Connectors
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-2: Connector and Jumper Locations (Solder Side) 4.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors Table 4-1 shows a list of the peripheral interface connectors on the WAFER-LX3. Detailed descriptions of these connectors can be found below. Connector Type Label...
Page 65: Peripheral Interface Connectors
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-2: Connector and Jumper Locations (Solder Side) 4.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors Table 4-1 shows a list of the peripheral interface connectors on the WAFER-LX3. Detailed descriptions of these connectors can be found below. Connector Type Label...
Page 66: External Interface Panel Connectors
8-pin header CN24 Table 4-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors 4.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors Table 4-2 lists the rear panel connectors on the WAFER-LX3. Detailed descriptions of these connectors can be found in Section 4.2.17 on page 69. Connector Type Label...
Page 66: External Interface Panel Connectors
8-pin header CN24 Table 4-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors 4.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors Table 4-2 lists the rear panel connectors on the WAFER-LX3. Detailed descriptions of these connectors can be found in Section 4.2.17 on page 69. Connector Type Label...
Page 67: Internal Peripheral Connectors
Internal peripheral connectors are found on the motherboard and are only accessible when the motherboard is outside of the chassis. This section has complete descriptions of all the internal, peripheral connectors on the WAFER-LX3. 4.2.1 ATX Power Button Connector CN13...
Page 67: Internal Peripheral Connectors
Internal peripheral connectors are found on the motherboard and are only accessible when the motherboard is outside of the chassis. This section has complete descriptions of all the internal, peripheral connectors on the WAFER-LX3. 4.2.1 ATX Power Button Connector CN13...
Page 68: Atx Power Input Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.2 ATX Power Input Connector CN Label: CN Type: 4-pin power connector (1x4) CN Location: See Figure 4-4 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-4 The 4-pin ATX power input connector is connected to an ATX or AT power supply, which provides power to the system.
Page 68: Atx Power Input Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.2 ATX Power Input Connector CN Label: CN Type: 4-pin power connector (1x4) CN Location: See Figure 4-4 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-4 The 4-pin ATX power input connector is connected to an ATX or AT power supply, which provides power to the system.
Page 69: Atx Power Supply Enable Connector
The ATX power supply enable connector enables the WAFER-LX3 to be connected to an ATX power supply. In default mode, the WAFER-LX3 can only us an AT power supply. To enable an ATX power supply the AT Power Select jumper must also be configured. Please refer to Chapter 5 for more details.
Page 69: Atx Power Supply Enable Connector
The ATX power supply enable connector enables the WAFER-LX3 to be connected to an ATX power supply. In default mode, the WAFER-LX3 can only us an AT power supply. To enable an ATX power supply the AT Power Select jumper must also be configured. Please refer to Chapter 5 for more details.
Page 70: Audio Connector (10-Pin)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.4 Audio Connector (10-pin) CN Label: CN Type: 10-pin box-header CN Location: See Figure 4-6 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-6 The 10-pin audio connector is connected to external audio devices including speakers and microphones for the input and output of audio signals to and from the system.
Page 70: Audio Connector (10-Pin)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.4 Audio Connector (10-pin) CN Label: CN Type: 10-pin box-header CN Location: See Figure 4-6 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-6 The 10-pin audio connector is connected to external audio devices including speakers and microphones for the input and output of audio signals to and from the system.
Page 71: Backlight Inverter Connector
CN Location: See Figure 4-7 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-7 The backlight inverter connector provides the backlight on the LCD display connected to the WAFER-LX3 with +12V of power. Figure 4-7: Panel Backlight Connector Pinout Locations PIN NO. DESCRIPTION LCD_Adj GROUND...
Page 71: Backlight Inverter Connector
CN Location: See Figure 4-7 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-7 The backlight inverter connector provides the backlight on the LCD display connected to the WAFER-LX3 with +12V of power. Figure 4-7: Panel Backlight Connector Pinout Locations PIN NO. DESCRIPTION LCD_Adj GROUND...
Page 72: Battery Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.6 Battery Connector CN Label: CN Type: 2-pin wafer (1x2) CN Location: See Figure 4-8 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-8 The battery connector is connected to a backup battery. The battery connector is also used to reset the CMOS memory if the incorrect BIOS settings have been made and the system cannot boot up.
Page 72: Battery Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.6 Battery Connector CN Label: CN Type: 2-pin wafer (1x2) CN Location: See Figure 4-8 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-8 The battery connector is connected to a backup battery. The battery connector is also used to reset the CMOS memory if the incorrect BIOS settings have been made and the system cannot boot up.
Page 73 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 50-pin header (2x25) CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-9 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-9 A CF Type I or Type II memory card is inserted to the CF socket on the solder side of the WAFER-LX3.
Page 73 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 50-pin header (2x25) CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-9 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-9 A CF Type I or Type II memory card is inserted to the CF socket on the solder side of the WAFER-LX3.
Page 74: Figure 4-9: Cf Card Socket Location
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-9: CF Card Socket Location PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION GROUND VCC-IN CHECK1 DATA 3 DATA 11 DATA 4 DATA 12 DATA 5 DATA 13 DATA 6 DATA 14 DATA 7 DATA 15 HDC_CS0# HDC_CS1...
Page 74: Figure 4-9: Cf Card Socket Location
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-9: CF Card Socket Location PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION GROUND VCC-IN CHECK1 DATA 3 DATA 11 DATA 4 DATA 12 DATA 5 DATA 13 DATA 6 DATA 14 DATA 7 DATA 15 HDC_CS0# HDC_CS1...
Page 75: Fan Connector (+12V, 3-Pin)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard IOW# VCC_COM IRQ15 VCC_COM VCC_COM CSEL HDD_RESET IORDY SDREQ SDACK# HDD_ACTIVE# DATA 0 66DET DATA 1 DATA 8 DATA 2 DATA 9 DATA 10 VCC-IN CHECK2 GROUND Table 4-9: CF Card Socket Pinouts 4.2.8 Fan Connector (+12V, 3-pin)
Page 75: Fan Connector (+12V, 3-Pin)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard IOW# VCC_COM IRQ15 VCC_COM VCC_COM CSEL HDD_RESET IORDY SDREQ SDACK# HDD_ACTIVE# DATA 0 66DET DATA 1 DATA 8 DATA 2 DATA 9 DATA 10 VCC-IN CHECK2 GROUND Table 4-9: CF Card Socket Pinouts 4.2.8 Fan Connector (+12V, 3-pin)
Page 76: Floppy Disk Connector (26-Pin)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-10: +5V Fan Connector Location PIN NO. DESCRIPTION Fan Speed Detect +12V Table 4-10: +5V Fan Connector Pinouts 4.2.9 Floppy Disk Connector (26-pin) CN Label: CN31 (solder side) CN Type: 26-pin slim-type (1 x 26) CN Location:...
Page 76: Floppy Disk Connector (26-Pin)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-10: +5V Fan Connector Location PIN NO. DESCRIPTION Fan Speed Detect +12V Table 4-10: +5V Fan Connector Pinouts 4.2.9 Floppy Disk Connector (26-pin) CN Label: CN31 (solder side) CN Type: 26-pin slim-type (1 x 26) CN Location:...
Page 77: Figure 4-11: 26-Pin Fdd Connector Location
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-11: 26-Pin FDD Connector Location PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION STEP# INDEX# WDATA# DSA# WGATE# DSKCHG# TRACK0# MOTO0# RDATA# Page 57...
Page 77: Figure 4-11: 26-Pin Fdd Connector Location
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-11: 26-Pin FDD Connector Location PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION STEP# INDEX# WDATA# DSA# WGATE# DSKCHG# TRACK0# MOTO0# RDATA# Page 57...
Page 78: Gpio Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard DIR# HEAD# Table 4-11: 26-pin FDD Connector Pinouts 4.2.10 GPIO Connector CN Label: CN14 10-pin header (2x5) CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-12 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-12 The GPIO connector can be connected to external I/O control devices including sensors, lights, alarms and switches.
Page 78: Gpio Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard DIR# HEAD# Table 4-11: 26-pin FDD Connector Pinouts 4.2.10 GPIO Connector CN Label: CN14 10-pin header (2x5) CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-12 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-12 The GPIO connector can be connected to external I/O control devices including sensors, lights, alarms and switches.
Page 79: Hdd Connector(44-Pin)
CN30 CN Type: 44-pin header (2x22) CN Location: See Figure 4-13 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-13 One 44-pin IDE device connector on the WAFER-LX3 supports connectivity to two hard disk drives. Figure 4-13: Secondary IDE Device Connector Locations Page 59...
Page 79: Hdd Connector(44-Pin)
CN30 CN Type: 44-pin header (2x22) CN Location: See Figure 4-13 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-13 One 44-pin IDE device connector on the WAFER-LX3 supports connectivity to two hard disk drives. Figure 4-13: Secondary IDE Device Connector Locations Page 59...
Page 80: Keyboard/Mouse Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION RESET# GROUND DATA 7 DATA 8 DATA 6 DATA 9 DATA 5 DATA 10 DATA 4 DATA 11 DATA 3 DATA 12 DATA 2 DATA 13 DATA 1 DATA 14 DATA 0...
Page 80: Keyboard/Mouse Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION RESET# GROUND DATA 7 DATA 8 DATA 6 DATA 9 DATA 5 DATA 10 DATA 4 DATA 11 DATA 3 DATA 12 DATA 2 DATA 13 DATA 1 DATA 14 DATA 0...
Page 81: Lcd Lvds Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard The keyboard and mouse connector can be connected to a standard PS/2 cable or PS/2 Y-cable to add keyboard and mouse functionality to the system. Figure 4-14: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Location PIN NO. DESCRIPTION +5V KB DATA MS DATA...
Page 81: Lcd Lvds Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard The keyboard and mouse connector can be connected to a standard PS/2 cable or PS/2 Y-cable to add keyboard and mouse functionality to the system. Figure 4-14: Keyboard/Mouse Connector Location PIN NO. DESCRIPTION +5V KB DATA MS DATA...
Page 82: Figure 4-15: Tft Lcd Lvds Connector Pinout Locations
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-15: TFT LCD LVDS Connector Pinout Locations PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION Page 62...
Page 82: Figure 4-15: Tft Lcd Lvds Connector Pinout Locations
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-15: TFT LCD LVDS Connector Pinout Locations PIN NO. DESCRIPTION PIN NO. DESCRIPTION Page 62...
Page 83: Led Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard CLK+ CLK- MB_SCL/I_SCL SMB_SDA/I_SDA LCD_Vcc LCD_Vcc LCD_Vcc LCD_Vcc Table 4-15: LCD LVDS Port Connector Pinouts 4.2.14 LED Connector CN Label: CN Type: 6-pin wafer (1x6) CN Location: See Figure 4-16 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-16 The LED connector connects to an HDD indicator LED and a power LED on the system chassis to inform the user about HDD activity and the power on/off status of the system.
Page 83: Led Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard CLK+ CLK- MB_SCL/I_SCL SMB_SDA/I_SDA LCD_Vcc LCD_Vcc LCD_Vcc LCD_Vcc Table 4-15: LCD LVDS Port Connector Pinouts 4.2.14 LED Connector CN Label: CN Type: 6-pin wafer (1x6) CN Location: See Figure 4-16 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-16 The LED connector connects to an HDD indicator LED and a power LED on the system chassis to inform the user about HDD activity and the power on/off status of the system.
Page 84: Print Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Power LED+ Power LED- HDD LED+ HDD LED- Table 4-16: LED Connector Pinouts 4.2.15 Print Connector CN Label: CN15 CN Type: 26-pin box header CN Location: See Figure 4-17 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-17 The 26-pin print connector connects to a print connector interface or some other parallel port device such as a printer.
Page 84: Print Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Power LED+ Power LED- HDD LED+ HDD LED- Table 4-16: LED Connector Pinouts 4.2.15 Print Connector CN Label: CN15 CN Type: 26-pin box header CN Location: See Figure 4-17 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-17 The 26-pin print connector connects to a print connector interface or some other parallel port device such as a printer.
Page 85: Pc/104 Slot
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard DATA 2 PRINTER SELECT LN# DATA 3 GROUND DATA 4 GROUND DATA 5 GROUND DATA 6 GROUND DATA 7 GROUND ACKNOWLEDGE GROUND BUSY GROUND PAPER EMPTY GROUND PRINTER SELECT Table 4-17: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts 4.2.16 PC/104 Slot...
Page 85: Pc/104 Slot
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard DATA 2 PRINTER SELECT LN# DATA 3 GROUND DATA 4 GROUND DATA 5 GROUND DATA 6 GROUND DATA 7 GROUND ACKNOWLEDGE GROUND BUSY GROUND PAPER EMPTY GROUND PRINTER SELECT Table 4-17: Parallel Port Connector Pinouts 4.2.16 PC/104 Slot...
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Page 87: Figure 4-18: Pc/104 Slot Location
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Page 87: Figure 4-18: Pc/104 Slot Location
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Page 88 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Pin No. Column A Column B Column C Column D IOCHK- GROUND GROUND GROUND RSTDRV SBHE- MCS16- SA23 IOCS16- IRQ9 SA22 IRQ10 SA21 IRQ11 DREQ2 SA20 IRQ12 -12V SA19 IRQ15 ZWS- SA18 IRQ14 +12V SA17 DACK0- IOCHRDY...
Page 88 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Pin No. Column A Column B Column C Column D IOCHK- GROUND GROUND GROUND RSTDRV SBHE- MCS16- SA23 IOCS16- IRQ9 SA22 IRQ10 SA21 IRQ11 DREQ2 SA20 IRQ12 -12V SA19 IRQ15 ZWS- SA18 IRQ14 +12V SA17 DACK0- IOCHRDY...
Page 89: Pc/104 Power Input Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard ISA_OSC GROUND GROUND GROUND Table 4-18: PC/104 Slot Connector Pinouts 4.2.17 PC/104 Power Input Connector CN Label: CN11 3-pin wafer (1x3) CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-19 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-19 The PC/104 power input connector provides power to the PC/104 expansion module installed on the PC/104 slot.
Page 89: Pc/104 Power Input Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard ISA_OSC GROUND GROUND GROUND Table 4-18: PC/104 Slot Connector Pinouts 4.2.17 PC/104 Power Input Connector CN Label: CN11 3-pin wafer (1x3) CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-19 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-19 The PC/104 power input connector provides power to the PC/104 expansion module installed on the PC/104 slot.
Page 90: Reset Button Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard PIN NO. DESCRIPTION -12V Table 4-19: PC/104 Power Input Connector Pinouts 4.2.18 Reset Button Connector CN Label: CN12 CN Type: 2-pin wafer (1x2) CN Location: See Figure 4-20 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-20 The reset button connector is connected to a reset switch on the system chassis to enable users to reboot the system when the system is turned on.
Page 90: Reset Button Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard PIN NO. DESCRIPTION -12V Table 4-19: PC/104 Power Input Connector Pinouts 4.2.18 Reset Button Connector CN Label: CN12 CN Type: 2-pin wafer (1x2) CN Location: See Figure 4-20 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-20 The reset button connector is connected to a reset switch on the system chassis to enable users to reboot the system when the system is turned on.
Page 91: Serial Port Connector (Com 2)(Rs-232, Rs-422 Or Rs-485)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.19 Serial Port Connector (COM 2)(RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485) CN Label: CN16 14-pin header (2x7) CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-21 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-21 The 14-pin serial port connector connects to the COM 2 serial communications channels.
Page 91: Serial Port Connector (Com 2)(Rs-232, Rs-422 Or Rs-485)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.19 Serial Port Connector (COM 2)(RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485) CN Label: CN16 14-pin header (2x7) CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-21 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-21 The 14-pin serial port connector connects to the COM 2 serial communications channels.
Page 92: Tft Lcd Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.20 TFT LCD Connector CN Label: CN28 CN Type: 40-pin crimp (2x20) CN Location: See Figure 4-22 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-22 The 40-pin TFT LCD connector can be connected to an LCD panel directly. Figure 4-22: TFT LCD Connector Pinout Locations PIN NO.
Page 92: Tft Lcd Connector
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 4.2.20 TFT LCD Connector CN Label: CN28 CN Type: 40-pin crimp (2x20) CN Location: See Figure 4-22 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-22 The 40-pin TFT LCD connector can be connected to an LCD panel directly. Figure 4-22: TFT LCD Connector Pinout Locations PIN NO.
Page 93: Usb Connector (Internal)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard GROUND GROUND FPCLK FPVS FPDEN FPHS I_SCL ENVEE Table 4-22: TFT LCD Port Connector Pinouts 4.2.21 USB Connector (Internal) CN Label: CN24 CN Type: 8-pin header (2x4) CN Location: See Figure 4-23 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-23 The 2x4 USB pin connector provides connectivity to two USB 1.1 or two USB 2.0 ports.
Page 93: Usb Connector (Internal)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard GROUND GROUND FPCLK FPVS FPDEN FPHS I_SCL ENVEE Table 4-22: TFT LCD Port Connector Pinouts 4.2.21 USB Connector (Internal) CN Label: CN24 CN Type: 8-pin header (2x4) CN Location: See Figure 4-23 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-23 The 2x4 USB pin connector provides connectivity to two USB 1.1 or two USB 2.0 ports.
Page 94: External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel
DATAM+ Table 4-23: USB Port Connector Pinouts 4.3 External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel Figure 4-24 shows the WAFER-LX3 external peripheral interface connector (EPIC) panel. The WAFER-LX3 EPIC panel consists of the following: 2 x RJ-45 Ethernet connectors 1 x DB-9 RS-232 serial port connector...
Page 94: External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel
DATAM+ Table 4-23: USB Port Connector Pinouts 4.3 External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel Figure 4-24 shows the WAFER-LX3 external peripheral interface connector (EPIC) panel. The WAFER-LX3 EPIC panel consists of the following: 2 x RJ-45 Ethernet connectors 1 x DB-9 RS-232 serial port connector...
Page 95: Lan Connectors
CN Pinouts: See Table 4-24 The WAFER-LX3 is equipped with two built-in RJ-45 Ethernet controllers. The controllers can connect to the LAN through two RJ-45 LAN connectors. There are two LEDs on the connector indicating the status of LAN. The pin assignments are listed in the following...
Page 95: Lan Connectors
CN Pinouts: See Table 4-24 The WAFER-LX3 is equipped with two built-in RJ-45 Ethernet controllers. The controllers can connect to the LAN through two RJ-45 LAN connectors. There are two LEDs on the connector indicating the status of LAN. The pin assignments are listed in the following...
Page 96: Serial Port Connectors (Com1, Com3 And Com4)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-25: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector The RJ-45 Ethernet connector has two status LEDs, one green and one yellow. The green LED indicates activity on the port and the yellow LED indicates the port is linked. See Table 4-25.
Page 96: Serial Port Connectors (Com1, Com3 And Com4)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 4-25: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector The RJ-45 Ethernet connector has two status LEDs, one green and one yellow. The green LED indicates activity on the port and the yellow LED indicates the port is linked. See Table 4-25.
Page 97: Usb Connector
CN Label: CN18 and CN19 CN Type: USB port CN Location: See Figure 4-24 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-27 The WAFER-LX3 has four external USB 2.0 ports. The ports connect to both USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. Page 77...
Page 97: Usb Connector
CN Label: CN18 and CN19 CN Type: USB port CN Location: See Figure 4-24 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-27 The WAFER-LX3 has four external USB 2.0 ports. The ports connect to both USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. Page 77...
Page 98: Vga Connector
CN26 15-pin Female CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-24 CN Pinouts: See Figure 4-27 and Table 4-28 The WAFER-LX3 has a single 15-pin female connector for connectivity to standard display devices. Figure 4-27: VGA Connector DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION GREEN BLUE...
Page 98: Vga Connector
CN26 15-pin Female CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-24 CN Pinouts: See Figure 4-27 and Table 4-28 The WAFER-LX3 has a single 15-pin female connector for connectivity to standard display devices. Figure 4-27: VGA Connector DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION GREEN BLUE...
Page 99: Table 4-28: Vga Connector Pinouts
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Page 99: Table 4-28: Vga Connector Pinouts
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Page 102: Anti-Static Precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components, including the WAFER-LX3. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore critical that whenever the WAFER-LX3, or any other electrical component is handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
Page 102: Anti-Static Precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components, including the WAFER-LX3. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore critical that whenever the WAFER-LX3, or any other electrical component is handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
Page 103: Installation Considerations
WAFER-LX3 is installed. All installation notices pertaining to the installation of the WAFER-LX3 should be strictly adhered to. Failing to adhere to these precautions may lead to severe damage of the WAFER-LX3 and injury to the person installing the motherboard. 5.2.1 Installation Notices...
Page 103: Installation Considerations
WAFER-LX3 is installed. All installation notices pertaining to the installation of the WAFER-LX3 should be strictly adhered to. Failing to adhere to these precautions may lead to severe damage of the WAFER-LX3 and injury to the person installing the motherboard. 5.2.1 Installation Notices...
Page 104: Installation Checklist
Allow screws to come in contact with the PCB circuit, connector pins, or its components. 5.2.2 Installation Checklist The following checklist is provided to ensure the WAFER-LX3 is properly installed. All the items in the packing list are present The CPU is installed...
Page 104: Installation Checklist
Allow screws to come in contact with the PCB circuit, connector pins, or its components. 5.2.2 Installation Checklist The following checklist is provided to ensure the WAFER-LX3 is properly installed. All the items in the packing list are present The CPU is installed...
Page 105: Unpacking
The WAFER-LX3 can support both CF Type I cards and CF Type II cards. For the complete specifications of the supported CF cards please refer to Chapter 2. To install the a CF card (Type 1 or Type 2) onto the WAFER-LX3, please follow the steps below: Step 1: Locate the CF card socket.
Page 105: Unpacking
The WAFER-LX3 can support both CF Type I cards and CF Type II cards. For the complete specifications of the supported CF cards please refer to Chapter 2. To install the a CF card (Type 1 or Type 2) onto the WAFER-LX3, please follow the steps below: Step 1: Locate the CF card socket.
Page 106: Figure 5-1: Cf Card Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 2: Align the CF card. Make sure the CF card is properly aligned with the CF socket. Step 3: Insert the CF card. Gently insert the CF card into the socket making sure the socket pins are properly inserted into the socket. See Figure 5-1.
Page 106: Figure 5-1: Cf Card Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 2: Align the CF card. Make sure the CF card is properly aligned with the CF socket. Step 3: Insert the CF card. Gently insert the CF card into the socket making sure the socket pins are properly inserted into the socket. See Figure 5-1.
Page 107: Jumper Settings
OPEN a jumper means removing the plastic clip from a jumper. Before the WAFER-LX3 is installed in the system, the jumpers must be set in accordance with the desired configuration. The jumpers on the WAFER-LX3 are listed in Table 5-1. Description...
Page 107: Jumper Settings
OPEN a jumper means removing the plastic clip from a jumper. Before the WAFER-LX3 is installed in the system, the jumpers must be set in accordance with the desired configuration. The jumpers on the WAFER-LX3 are listed in Table 5-1. Description...
Page 108: At Power Select Jumper Settings
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.4.1 AT Power Select Jumper Settings Jumper Label: 3-pin header Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: See Table 5-2 Jumper Location: See Figure 5-2 The AT Power Select jumper specifies the systems power mode as AT or ATX. AT Power Select jumper settings are shown in Table 5-2.
Page 108: At Power Select Jumper Settings
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.4.1 AT Power Select Jumper Settings Jumper Label: 3-pin header Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: See Table 5-2 Jumper Location: See Figure 5-2 The AT Power Select jumper specifies the systems power mode as AT or ATX. AT Power Select jumper settings are shown in Table 5-2.
Page 109: Cf Card Setup
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.4.2 CF Card Setup Jumper Label: Jumper Type: 3-pin header Jumper Settings: See Table 5-3 Jumper Location: See Figure 5-3 The CF Card Setup jumper sets the CF Type I card or CF Type II cards as either the slave device or the master device.
Page 109: Cf Card Setup
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.4.2 CF Card Setup Jumper Label: Jumper Type: 3-pin header Jumper Settings: See Table 5-3 Jumper Location: See Figure 5-3 The CF Card Setup jumper sets the CF Type I card or CF Type II cards as either the slave device or the master device.
Page 110: Table 5-4: Cn7 Clear Cmos Jumper Settings
Jumper Location: See Figure 5-4 If the WAFER-LX3 fails to boot due to improper BIOS settings, the CMOS can be cleared using the battery connector. Disconnect the battery from the connector for a few seconds then reconnect the battery. The CMOS should be cleared.
Page 110: Table 5-4: Cn7 Clear Cmos Jumper Settings
Jumper Location: See Figure 5-4 If the WAFER-LX3 fails to boot due to improper BIOS settings, the CMOS can be cleared using the battery connector. Disconnect the battery from the connector for a few seconds then reconnect the battery. The CMOS should be cleared.
Page 111: Com 1/2 Pin 9 Setting Jumper
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 5-4: Clear CMOS Jumper 5.4.4 COM 1/2 Pin 9 Setting Jumper Jumper Label: Jumper Type: 10-pin header Jumper Settings: See Table 5-5 Jumper Location: See Figure 5-5 The COM 1/2 Pin 9 Setting jumper configures pin 9 on COM 1 and COM 2 as either a +5V, +12V power source or as a ring-in (RI) line.
Page 111: Com 1/2 Pin 9 Setting Jumper
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 5-4: Clear CMOS Jumper 5.4.4 COM 1/2 Pin 9 Setting Jumper Jumper Label: Jumper Type: 10-pin header Jumper Settings: See Table 5-5 Jumper Location: See Figure 5-5 The COM 1/2 Pin 9 Setting jumper configures pin 9 on COM 1 and COM 2 as either a +5V, +12V power source or as a ring-in (RI) line.
Page 112: Lcd Panel Shift Clock Setting
5.4.5 LCD Panel Shift Clock Setting WARNING: Permanent damage to the screen and WAFER-LX3 may occur if the wrong polarity is set with this jumper. Please refer to the user guide that came with the monitor to select the correct polarity.
Page 112: Lcd Panel Shift Clock Setting
5.4.5 LCD Panel Shift Clock Setting WARNING: Permanent damage to the screen and WAFER-LX3 may occur if the wrong polarity is set with this jumper. Please refer to the user guide that came with the monitor to select the correct polarity.
Page 113: Lcd Voltage Selection
Figure 5-6: LCD Panel Shift Clock Setting Jumper Location 5.4.6 LCD Voltage Selection WARNING: Permanent damage to the screen and WAFER-LX3 may occur if the wrong voltage is selected with this jumper. Please refer to the user guide that came with the monitor to select the correct voltage.
Page 113: Lcd Voltage Selection
Figure 5-6: LCD Panel Shift Clock Setting Jumper Location 5.4.6 LCD Voltage Selection WARNING: Permanent damage to the screen and WAFER-LX3 may occur if the wrong voltage is selected with this jumper. Please refer to the user guide that came with the monitor to select the correct voltage.
Page 114: Rs-422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Jumper Location: See Figure 5-7 The LCD Voltage Selection jumper allows the LCD screen voltage to be set. The LCD Voltage Selection jumper settings are shown in Table 5-7. LCD Voltage Selection Description Short 1-2 +3.3V LVDS...
Page 114: Rs-422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Jumper Location: See Figure 5-7 The LCD Voltage Selection jumper allows the LCD screen voltage to be set. The LCD Voltage Selection jumper settings are shown in Table 5-7. AT Power Select Description Short 1-2 +3.3V LVDS...
Page 115: Chassis Installation
The WAFER-LX3 must be installed in a chassis with ventilation holes on the sides allowing airflow to travel through the heat sink surface. In a system with an individual power supply unit, the cooling fan of a power supply can also help generate airflow through the board surface.
Page 115: Chassis Installation
The WAFER-LX3 must be installed in a chassis with ventilation holes on the sides allowing airflow to travel through the heat sink surface. In a system with an individual power supply unit, the cooling fan of a power supply can also help generate airflow through the board surface.
Page 116: Internal Peripheral Device Connections
5.6.2 ATA Flat Cable Connection The ATA 66/100 flat cable connects to the WAFER-LX3 to one or two IDE devices. To connect an IDE HDD to the WAFER-LX3 please follow the instructions below.
Page 116: Internal Peripheral Device Connections
5.6.2 ATA Flat Cable Connection The ATA 66/100 flat cable connects to the WAFER-LX3 to one or two IDE devices. To connect an IDE HDD to the WAFER-LX3 please follow the instructions below.
Page 117: Keyboard/Mouse Y-Cable Connector
The WAFER-LX3 is shipped with a keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector. The keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector connects to a keyboard/mouse connector on the WAFER-LX3 and branches into two cables that are each connected to a PS/2 connector, one for a mouse and one for a keyboard. To connect the keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector please follow the steps below.
Page 117: Keyboard/Mouse Y-Cable Connector
The WAFER-LX3 is shipped with a keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector. The keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector connects to a keyboard/mouse connector on the WAFER-LX3 and branches into two cables that are each connected to a PS/2 connector, one for a mouse and one for a keyboard. To connect the keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector please follow the steps below.
Page 118: Figure 5-10: Keyboard/Mouse Y-Cable Connection
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connector is properly aligned with the keyboard/mouse connector on the WAFER-LX3, connect the cable connector to the onboard connectors. See Figure 5-10. Figure 5-10: Keyboard/mouse Y-cable Connection Step 4: Attach PS/2 connectors to the chassis. The keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector is connected to two PS/2 connectors.
Page 118: Figure 5-10: Keyboard/Mouse Y-Cable Connection
Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connector is properly aligned with the keyboard/mouse connector on the WAFER-LX3, connect the cable connector to the onboard connectors. See Figure 5-10. Figure 5-10: Keyboard/mouse Y-cable Connection Step 4: Attach PS/2 connectors to the chassis. The keyboard/mouse Y-cable connector is connected to two PS/2 connectors.
Page 119: Parallel Port Cable Without Bracket
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard PS/2 connectors. The keyboard PS/2 connector and mouse PS/2 connector are both marked. Please make sure the keyboard and mouse are connected to the correct PS/2 connector. Step 0: 5.6.4 Parallel Port Cable without Bracket The optional parallel port (LPT) cable respectively connects the onboard LPT 26-pin box header to an external LPT device (like a printer).
Page 119: Parallel Port Cable Without Bracket
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard PS/2 connectors. The keyboard PS/2 connector and mouse PS/2 connector are both marked. Please make sure the keyboard and mouse are connected to the correct PS/2 connector. Step 0: 5.6.4 Parallel Port Cable without Bracket The optional parallel port (LPT) cable respectively connects the onboard LPT 26-pin box header to an external LPT device (like a printer).
Page 120: Dual Rs-232 Cable Connection (W/O Bracket)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 5: Connect LPT device. Once the LPT interface connector is connected to the chassis, the LPT device can be connected to the LPT interface connector. See Figure 5-12Step 5:\ Figure 5-12: Connect the LPT Device 5.6.5 Dual RS-232 Cable Connection (w/o bracket) The dual RS-232/422/485 cable consists of two connectors attached to two independent cables.
Page 120: Dual Rs-232 Cable Connection (W/O Bracket)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 5: Connect LPT device. Once the LPT interface connector is connected to the chassis, the LPT device can be connected to the LPT interface connector. See Figure 5-12Step 0:\ Figure 5-12: Connect the LPT Device 5.6.5 Dual RS-232 Cable Connection (w/o bracket) The dual RS-232/422/485 cable consists of two connectors attached to two independent cables.
Page 121: Usb Cable (Dual Port Without Bracket)
Step 0: 5.6.6 USB Cable (Dual Port without Bracket) The WAFER-LX3 is shipped with a dual port USB 2.0 cable. To connect the USB cable connector, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Locate the connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown in Chapter 3.
Page 121: Usb Cable (Dual Port Without Bracket)
Step 0: 5.6.6 USB Cable (Dual Port without Bracket) The WAFER-LX3 is shipped with a dual port USB 2.0 cable. To connect the USB cable connector, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Locate the connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown in Chapter 3.
Page 122: External Peripheral Interface Connection
1 on the WAFER-LX3 USB connector. Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connectors are properly aligned with the USB connectors on the WAFER-LX3, connect the cable connectors to the onboard connectors. See Figure 5-14. Figure 5-14: Dual USB Cable Connection Step 4: Attach the USB connectors to the chassis.
Page 122: External Peripheral Interface Connection
1 on the WAFER-LX3 USB connector. Step 3: Insert the cable connectors. Once the cable connectors are properly aligned with the USB connectors on the WAFER-LX3, connect the cable connectors to the onboard connectors. See Figure 5-14. Figure 5-14: Dual USB Cable Connection Step 4: Attach the USB connectors to the chassis.
Page 123: Lan Connection (Single Connector)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard To install these devices, connect the corresponding cable connector from the actual device to the corresponding WAFER-LX3 external peripheral interface connector making sure the pins are properly aligned. 5.7.1 LAN Connection (Single Connector) There are two external RJ-45 LAN connectors. The RJ-45 connectors enable connection to an external network.
Page 123: Lan Connection (Single Connector)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard To install these devices, connect the corresponding cable connector from the actual device to the corresponding WAFER-LX3 external peripheral interface connector making sure the pins are properly aligned. 5.7.1 LAN Connection (Single Connector) There are two external RJ-45 LAN connectors. The RJ-45 connectors enable connection to an external network.
Page 124: Serial Device Connection
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.7.2 Serial Device Connection The WAFER-LX3 has a single female DB-9 connector on the external peripheral interface panel for a serial device. Follow the steps below to connect a serial device to the WAFER-LX3. Step 1: Locate the DB-9 connector. The location of the DB-9 connector is shown in Chapter 3.
Page 124: Serial Device Connection
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.7.2 Serial Device Connection The WAFER-LX3 has a single female DB-9 connector on the external peripheral interface panel for a serial device. Follow the steps below to connect a serial device to the WAFER-LX3. Step 1: Locate the DB-9 connector. The location of the DB-9 connector is shown in Chapter 3.
Page 125: Usb Device Connection (Single Connector)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.7.3 USB Device Connection (Single Connector) There are two external USB 2.0 connectors. Both connectors are perpendicular to the WAFER-LX3. To connect a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 device, please follow the instructions below. Step 1: Located the USB connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown in Chapter 4.
Page 125: Usb Device Connection (Single Connector)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.7.3 USB Device Connection (Single Connector) There are two external USB 2.0 connectors. Both connectors are perpendicular to the WAFER-LX3. To connect a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 device, please follow the instructions below. Step 1: Located the USB connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown in Chapter 4.
Page 126: Vga Monitor Connection
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.7.4 VGA Monitor Connection The WAFER-LX3 has a single female DB-15 connector on the external peripheral interface panel. The DB-15 connector is connected to a CRT or VGA monitor. To connect a monitor to the WAFER-LX3, please follow the instructions below.
Page 126: Vga Monitor Connection
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 5.7.4 VGA Monitor Connection The WAFER-LX3 has a single female DB-15 connector on the external peripheral interface panel. The DB-15 connector is connected to a CRT or VGA monitor. To connect a monitor to the WAFER-LX3, please follow the instructions below.
Page 127: Bios Screens
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Page 128: Introduction
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.1 Introduction A licensed copy of Phoenix Award BIOS is preprogrammed into the ROM BIOS. The BIOS setup program allows users to modify the basic system configuration. This chapter describes how to access the BIOS setup program and the configuration options that may be changed.
Page 128: Introduction
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.1 Introduction A licensed copy of Phoenix Award BIOS is preprogrammed into the ROM BIOS. The BIOS setup program allows users to modify the basic system configuration. This chapter describes how to access the BIOS setup program and the configuration options that may be changed.
Page 129: Getting Help
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Item help Previous values for the page menu items Fail-safe defaults for the current page menu items Optimized defaults for the current page menu items Menu in BIOS Save changes and Exit BIOS Table 6-1: BIOS Navigation Keys 6.1.3 Getting Help...
Page 129: Getting Help
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Item help Previous values for the page menu items Fail-safe defaults for the current page menu items Optimized defaults for the current page menu items Menu in BIOS Save changes and Exit BIOS Table 6-1: BIOS Navigation Keys 6.1.3 Getting Help...
Page 130: Bios Menu 1: Award Bios Cmos Setup Utility
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 1: Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility NOTE: The following sections will completely describe the menus listed below and the configuration options available to users. The following menu options are seen in BIOS Menu 1. Standard CMOS Features: Changes the basic system configuration.
Page 130: Bios Menu 1: Award Bios Cmos Setup Utility
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 1: Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility NOTE: The following sections will completely describe the menus listed below and the configuration options available to users. The following menu options are seen in BIOS Menu 1. Standard CMOS Features: Changes the basic system configuration.
Page 131 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard The following user configurable options are also available in BIOS Menu 1: Load Fail-Safe Defaults Use the Load Fail-Safe Defaults option to load failsafe default values for each BIOS parameter in the setup menus. Press F6 for this operation on any page.
Page 131 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard The following user configurable options are also available in BIOS Menu 1: Load Fail-Safe Defaults Use the Load Fail-Safe Defaults option to load failsafe default values for each BIOS parameter in the setup menus. Press F6 for this operation on any page.
Page 132: Standard Cmos Features
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Exit Without Saving Use the Exit Without Saving option to exit the BIOS menus without saving any configuration changes. 6.2 Standard CMOS Features Use the Standard CMOS Features BIOS menu (BIOS Menu 2) to set basic BIOS configuration options.
Page 132: Standard Cmos Features
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Exit Without Saving Use the Exit Without Saving option to exit the BIOS menus without saving any configuration changes. 6.2 Standard CMOS Features Use the Standard CMOS Features BIOS menu (BIOS Menu 2) to set basic BIOS configuration options.
Page 133 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Time [hh/mm/ss] Use the Time option to set the system time. IDE Master and IDE Slave When entering setup, BIOS auto detects the presence of IDE devices. The Standard CMOS Features menu shows the status of the auto detected IDE devices. The following...
Page 133 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Time [hh/mm/ss] Use the Time option to set the system time. IDE Master and IDE Slave When entering setup, BIOS auto detects the presence of IDE devices. The Standard CMOS Features menu shows the status of the auto detected IDE devices. The following...
Page 134 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard All Errors Whenever BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system is stopped and the user prompted. The system boot is not stopped for any errors No Errors that may be detected. All, But Keyboard (Default) The system boot does not stop for a keyboard error;...
Page 134 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard All Errors Whenever BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system is stopped and the user prompted. The system boot is not stopped for any errors No Errors that may be detected. All, But Keyboard (Default) The system boot does not stop for a keyboard error;...
Page 135: Ide Primary Master/Slave
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.2.1 IDE Primary Master/Slave Use the IDE Primary Master/Slave menu to set or change the master/slave IDE configurations. BIOS Menu 3: IDE Primary Master/Slave menu IDE HDD Auto-Detection [Press Enter] Use the IDE HDD Auto-Detection option to enable BIOS to automatically detect the IDE settings.
Page 135: Ide Primary Master/Slave
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.2.1 IDE Primary Master/Slave Use the IDE Primary Master/Slave menu to set or change the master/slave IDE configurations. BIOS Menu 3: IDE Primary Master/Slave menu IDE HDD Auto-Detection [Press Enter] Use the IDE HDD Auto-Detection option to enable BIOS to automatically detect the IDE settings.
Page 136 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Channel 0 Slave None If no drives are connected to the IDE channel select this option. Once set, this channel becomes inaccessible and any drives attached to it are undetected. Auto (Default) Setting this option allows the device to be automatically detected by the BIOS.
Page 136 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Channel 0 Slave None If no drives are connected to the IDE channel select this option. Once set, this channel becomes inaccessible and any drives attached to it are undetected. Auto (Default) Setting this option allows the device to be automatically detected by the BIOS.
Page 137 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Capacity The Capacity specification indicates the storage capacity of the HDD installed in the system. Cylinder The Cylinder specification indicates how many cylinders (tracks) are on the HDD installed in the system. Head The Head specification indicates how many logical heads are on the HDD installed in the system.
Page 137 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Capacity The Capacity specification indicates the storage capacity of the HDD installed in the system. Cylinder The Cylinder specification indicates how many cylinders (tracks) are on the HDD installed in the system. Head The Head specification indicates how many logical heads are on the HDD installed in the system.
Page 138: Advanced Bios Features
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.3 Advanced BIOS Features Use the Advanced BIOS Features menu (BIOS Menu 4) to configure the CPU and peripheral device configuration options. BIOS Menu 4: Advanced BIOS Features Quick Power On Self Test [Enabled] Use the Quick Power On Self Test option to speed up the POST after the computer is turned on.
Page 138: Advanced Bios Features
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.3 Advanced BIOS Features Use the Advanced BIOS Features menu (BIOS Menu 4) to configure the CPU and peripheral device configuration options. BIOS Menu 4: Advanced BIOS Features Quick Power On Self Test [Enabled] Use the Quick Power On Self Test option to speed up the POST after the computer is turned on.
Page 139 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard First Boot Device [Default: HDD-0] Second Boot Device [Default: disabled] Third Boot Device [Default: disabled] Using the default values, the system first looks for a HDD to boot from. If it cannot find an HDD, it boots from a CD-ROM. If both The HDD and the CD-ROM are unavailable, the system boots from a SCSI drive.
Page 139 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard First Boot Device [Default: HDD-0] Second Boot Device [Default: disabled] Third Boot Device [Default: disabled] Using the default values, the system first looks for a HDD to boot from. If it cannot find an HDD, it boots from a CD-ROM. If both The HDD and the CD-ROM are unavailable, the system boots from a SCSI drive.
Page 140 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Boot Up Numlock Status [On] Use the Boot Up Numlock Status option to specify the default state of the numeric keypad. The keys on the keypad are not activated. (Default) Activates the keys on the keypad. Security Option [Setup] Use the Security Option to limit access to both the system and Setup, or just Setup.
Page 140 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Boot Up Numlock Status [On] Use the Boot Up Numlock Status option to specify the default state of the numeric keypad. The keys on the keypad are not activated. (Default) Activates the keys on the keypad. Security Option [Setup] Use the Security Option to limit access to both the system and Setup, or just Setup.
Page 141: Advanced Chipset Features
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.4 Advanced Chipset Features Use the Advanced Chipset Features menu (BIOS Menu 5) to change chipset configuration options. BIOS Menu 5: Advanced Chipset Features CPU Frequency [500MHz] Use the CPU Frequency option to set the CPU frequency. The CPU Frequency options...
Page 141: Advanced Chipset Features
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.4 Advanced Chipset Features Use the Advanced Chipset Features menu (BIOS Menu 5) to change chipset configuration options. BIOS Menu 5: Advanced Chipset Features CPU Frequency [500MHz] Use the CPU Frequency option to set the CPU frequency. The CPU Frequency options...
Page 142 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Video Memory Size [8M] Use the Video Memory Size option to determine how much memory is allocated to the video graphics device. The Video Memory Size options are: Disable 8M (Default) 128M 254M Output Display [Panel & CRT] Use the Output Display configuration to specify the display devices the system is connected to.
Page 142 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Video Memory Size [8M] Use the Video Memory Size option to determine how much memory is allocated to the video graphics device. The Video Memory Size options are: Disable 8M (Default) 128M 254M Output Display [Panel & CRT] Use the Output Display configuration to specify the display devices the system is connected to.
Page 143 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard OnBoard USB 1.1 [Enabled] Use the OnBoard USB 1.1 option to enable or disable the USB 1.1 controller. Disabled The USB 1.1 controller is disabled. Enabled (Default) The onboard USB 1.1 controller is detected and enabled. OnBoard USB 2.0 [Enabled] Use the OnBoard USB 2.0 option to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Page 143 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard OnBoard USB 1.1 [Enabled] Use the OnBoard USB 1.1 option to enable or disable the USB 1.1 controller. Disabled The USB 1.1 controller is disabled. Enabled (Default) The onboard USB 1.1 controller is detected and enabled. OnBoard USB 2.0 [Enabled] Use the OnBoard USB 2.0 option to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Page 144: Flat Panel Configuration
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard properly. If an older ISA expansion card is used, please refer to the documentation that came with the card to see if it is necessary to reserve the space. Disabled Memory is not reserved for ISA expansion cards...
Page 144: Flat Panel Configuration
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard properly. If an older ISA expansion card is used, please refer to the documentation that came with the card to see if it is necessary to reserve the space. Disabled Memory is not reserved for ISA expansion cards...
Page 145 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Auto The system detects the display type and the display EFAULT settings. Resolution [640 x 480] The Resolution option can only be configured if the Flat Panel Type option is not set to Auto. Use the Resolution option to set the resolution of the flat panel screen connected to the system.
Page 145 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Auto The system detects the display type and the display EFAULT settings. Resolution [640 x 480] The Resolution option can only be configured if the Flat Panel Type option is not set to Auto. Use the Resolution option to set the resolution of the flat panel screen connected to the system.
Page 146 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 90Hz 100Hz HSYNC Polarity [Low] The HSYNC Polarity option can only be configured if the Flat Panel Type option is not set to Auto. Use the HSYNC Polarity option to set the polarity of the HSYNC signal to the panel.
Page 146 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 90Hz 100Hz HSYNC Polarity [Low] The HSYNC Polarity option can only be configured if the Flat Panel Type option is not set to Auto. Use the HSYNC Polarity option to set the polarity of the HSYNC signal to the panel.
Page 147: Integrated Peripherals
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.5 Integrated Peripherals Use the Integrated Peripherals menu (BIOS Menu 7) to change the configuration options for the attached peripheral devices. BIOS Menu 7: Integrated Peripherals On-Chip IDE Channel 1 [Enabled] Use the On-Chip IDE Channel 1 option to specify if the system uses the integrated primary IDE channel or not.
Page 147: Integrated Peripherals
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.5 Integrated Peripherals Use the Integrated Peripherals menu (BIOS Menu 7) to change the configuration options for the attached peripheral devices. BIOS Menu 7: Integrated Peripherals On-Chip IDE Channel 1 [Enabled] Use the On-Chip IDE Channel 1 option to specify if the system uses the integrated primary IDE channel or not.
Page 148 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Master Drive PIO Mode Slave Drive PIO Mode Auto (Default) The computer selects the correct mode. Mode 0 PIO mode 0 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 3.3MBps. PIO mode 1 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 5.2MBps.
Page 148 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Master Drive PIO Mode Slave Drive PIO Mode Auto (Default) The computer selects the correct mode. Mode 0 PIO mode 0 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 3.3MBps. PIO mode 1 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 5.2MBps.
Page 149 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard IT8888 ISA Decode IO Use the IT8888 ISA Decode IO menu (BIOS Menu 8) to set the IO memory range for the onboard ISA. IT8888 ISA Decode Memory Use the IT8888 ISA Decode Memory (BIOS Menu 9) to set the resources for the onboard ISA bus.
Page 149 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard IT8888 ISA Decode IO Use the IT8888 ISA Decode IO menu (BIOS Menu 8) to set the IO memory range for the onboard ISA. IT8888 ISA Decode Memory Use the IT8888 ISA Decode Memory (BIOS Menu 9) to set the resources for the onboard ISA bus.
Page 150 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] The Parallel Port Address BIOS option assigns the parallel port interrupt address. The following address options are available. Disabled Parallel port is disabled Parallel Port I/O port address is 378 378/IRQ5 EFAULT Parallel port interrupt address is IRQ5...
Page 150 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] The Parallel Port Address BIOS option assigns the parallel port interrupt address. The following address options are available. Disabled Parallel port is disabled Parallel Port I/O port address is 378 378/IRQ5 EFAULT Parallel port interrupt address is IRQ5...
Page 151 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard supports bi-directional communication between the system and the parallel port device and the transmission rates between the two are much faster than the SPP mode. ECP+EPP The parallel port operates in the extended capabilities port (ECP) mode. The ECP mode...
Page 151 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard supports bi-directional communication between the system and the parallel port device and the transmission rates between the two are much faster than the SPP mode. ECP+EPP The parallel port operates in the extended capabilities port (ECP) mode. The ECP mode...
Page 152: It8888 Isa Decode Io
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.5.1 IT8888 ISA Decode IO NOTE: Five PCI-104 devices can be stacked onto the WAFER-LX3 motherboard. If these devices are stacked onto the board, the ISA bus space should be enabled. If no PCI-104 devices are being used, disable all the buses.
Page 152: It8888 Isa Decode Io
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.5.1 IT8888 ISA Decode IO NOTE: Five PCI-104 devices can be stacked onto the WAFER-LX3 motherboard. If these devices are stacked onto the board, the ISA bus space should be enabled. If no PCI-104 devices are being used, disable all the buses.
Page 153 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Decode I/O Size N Where N is an integer in the set [1, 2, 3, 4] and represents a set for the PCI-104 devices that are attached to the system. Decode IO Space N [Enabled] Use the Decode IO Space N option to allocate system resources to the ISA bridge and to enable the Nth PCI-104 to function correctly.
Page 153 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Decode I/O Size N Where N is an integer in the set [1, 2, 3, 4] and represents a set for the PCI-104 devices that are attached to the system. Decode IO Space N [Enabled] Use the Decode IO Space N option to allocate system resources to the ISA bridge and to enable the Nth PCI-104 to function correctly.
Page 154: It8888 Isa Decode Memory
128 Bytes 6.5.2 IT8888 ISA Decode Memory NOTE: Five PCI-104 devices can be stacked onto the WAFER-LX3 motherboard. If these devices are stacked onto the board, the ISA memory should be enabled. If no PCI-104 devices are being used, disable all the memory allocations for these buses. Disabling the memory allocations frees up system resources that can be allocated to other system applications.
Page 154: It8888 Isa Decode Memory
128 Bytes 6.5.2 IT8888 ISA Decode Memory NOTE: Five PCI-104 devices can be stacked onto the WAFER-LX3 motherboard. If these devices are stacked onto the board, the ISA memory should be enabled. If no PCI-104 devices are being used, disable all the memory allocations for these buses. Disabling the memory allocations frees up system resources that can be allocated to other system applications.
Page 155: Bios Menu 9: It8888 Isa Decode Memory
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 9: IT8888 ISA Decode Memory The IT8888 ISA Decode IO menu has the following common options: Decode Memory Space N Decode Memory Speed N Decode Memory Addr. N [15:0] Decode Memory Size N Where N is an integer in the set [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] and represents a memory set for the PCI-104 devices that are attached to the system.
Page 155: Bios Menu 9: It8888 Isa Decode Memory
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 9: IT8888 ISA Decode Memory The IT8888 ISA Decode IO menu has the following common options: Decode Memory Space N Decode Memory Speed N Decode Memory Addr. N [15:0] Decode Memory Size N Where N is an integer in the set [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] and represents a memory set for the PCI-104 devices that are attached to the system.
Page 156 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard memory resources are allocated to the ISA bus. Decode Memory Speed N [Fast Speed] Use the Decode Memory Speed N option to specify the memory speed of the ISA bus. The following options are available: Fast Speed...
Page 156 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard memory resources are allocated to the ISA bus. Decode Memory Speed N [Fast Speed] Use the Decode Memory Speed N option to specify the memory speed of the ISA bus. The following options are available: Fast Speed...
Page 157: Power Management Setup
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.6 Power Management Setup Use the Power Management Setup menu (BIOS Menu 10) to set the BIOS power management and saving features. BIOS Menu 10: Power Management Setup ACPI Function [Disabled] Use the ACPI Function to enable the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) function.
Page 157: Power Management Setup
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 6.6 Power Management Setup Use the Power Management Setup menu (BIOS Menu 10) to set the BIOS power management and saving features. BIOS Menu 10: Power Management Setup ACPI Function [Disabled] Use the ACPI Function to enable the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) function.
Page 158 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard ACPI Suspend Type [S1(POS)] Use the ACPI Suspend Type BIOS option to specify the sleep state the system enters when not being used. S1 (POS) (Default) System appears off. The CPU is stopped; RAM is refreshed; the system is running in a low power mode.
Page 158 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard ACPI Suspend Type [S1(POS)] Use the ACPI Suspend Type BIOS option to specify the sleep state the system enters when not being used. S1 (POS) (Default) System appears off. The CPU is stopped; RAM is refreshed; the system is running in a low power mode.
Page 159 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Instant-Off (Default) When the power button is pressed, the system is immediately shutdown. To shutdown the system the power button must be held Delay 4-sec down longer than four seconds otherwise the system enters a low power usage state.
Page 159 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Instant-Off (Default) When the power button is pressed, the system is immediately shutdown. To shutdown the system the power button must be held Delay 4-sec down longer than four seconds otherwise the system enters a low power usage state.
Page 160: Pnp/Pci Configurations
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 11: IRQ Wakeup Events Select which component will be able to wakeup the system. 6.7 PnP/PCI Configurations Use the PnP/PCI Configurations menu (BIOS Menu 12) to set the plug and play, and PCI options. Page 140...
Page 160: Pnp/Pci Configurations
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 11: IRQ Wakeup Events Select which component will be able to wakeup the system. 6.7 PnP/PCI Configurations Use the PnP/PCI Configurations menu (BIOS Menu 12) to set the plug and play, and PCI options. Page 140...
Page 161: Bios Menu 12: Pnp/Pci Configurations
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 12: PnP/PCI Configurations Reset Configuration Data [Disabled] Use the Reset Configuration Data option to reset the Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) when exiting setup if booting problems occur after a new add-on is installed. Disabled...
Page 161: Bios Menu 12: Pnp/Pci Configurations
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 12: PnP/PCI Configurations Reset Configuration Data [Disabled] Use the Reset Configuration Data option to reset the Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) when exiting setup if booting problems occur after a new add-on is installed. Disabled...
Page 162: Bios Menu 13: Irq Resources
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Auto(ESCD) (Default) BIOS automatically configures plug and play devices as well as boot devices. Manually configure the plug and play devices and any Manual other boot devices. x IRQ Resources [Press Enter] The IRQ Resources option (BIOS Menu 13) can only be selected if the Resources Controlled By option is set to Manual.
Page 162: Bios Menu 13: Irq Resources
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Auto(ESCD) (Default) BIOS automatically configures plug and play devices as well as boot devices. Manually configure the plug and play devices and any Manual other boot devices. x IRQ Resources [Press Enter] The IRQ Resources option (BIOS Menu 13) can only be selected if the Resources Controlled By option is set to Manual.
Page 163: Bios Menu 14: Memory Resources
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard IRQ-12 assigned to The above options all have the following default options. PCI Device (Default) The IRQ is assigned to legacy ISA for devices compliant with the original PC AT bus specification, PCI/ISA PNP for devices compliant with the Plug and Play standard whether designed for PCI or ISA bus architecture.
Page 163: Bios Menu 14: Memory Resources
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard IRQ-12 assigned to The above options all have the following default options. PCI Device (Default) The IRQ is assigned to legacy ISA for devices compliant with the original PC AT bus specification, PCI/ISA PNP for devices compliant with the Plug and Play standard whether designed for PCI or ISA bus architecture.
Page 164: Pc Health Status
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Reserved Memory Length Reserved Memory Base [N/A] The Reserved Memory Base option specifies the base address for the peripheral device. The Reserved Memory Base options are: N/A (Default) C800 CC00 D000 D400 D800 DC00 x Reserved Memory Length [8K] The Reserved Memory Length option can only be accessed if the Reserved Memory Base option is not set to N/A.
Page 164: Pc Health Status
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Reserved Memory Length Reserved Memory Base [N/A] The Reserved Memory Base option specifies the base address for the peripheral device. The Reserved Memory Base options are: N/A (Default) C800 CC00 D000 D400 D800 DC00 x Reserved Memory Length [8K] The Reserved Memory Length option can only be accessed if the Reserved Memory Base option is not set to N/A.
Page 165: Bios Menu 15: Pc Health Status
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 15: PC Health Status The following system parameters are monitored by the PC Health Status menu. System Temperature The following temperatures are monitored: CPU Temperature Voltages The following voltages are monitored: VIN0 VIN1 VIN2 VIN3...
Page 165: Bios Menu 15: Pc Health Status
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard BIOS Menu 15: PC Health Status The following system parameters are monitored by the PC Health Status menu. System Temperature The following temperatures are monitored: CPU Temperature Voltages The following voltages are monitored: VIN0 VIN1 VIN2 VIN3...
Page 166 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Fan Speeds The following fan speeds are monitored: CPU Fan Speed Page 146...
Page 166 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Fan Speeds The following fan speeds are monitored: CPU Fan Speed Page 146...
Page 167: Software Drivers
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Chapter Software Drivers Page 147...
Page 167: Software Drivers
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Page 168: Available Software Drivers
To install the drivers, please access the W . To do this, follow the INDOWS EVICE ANAGER instructions below. Step 1: Insert the CD into a CD drive of the system that contains the WAFER-LX3. Step 2: Open W . (See Figure 7-1) INDOWS ONTROL ANEL...
Page 168: Available Software Drivers
To install the drivers, please access the W . To do this, follow the INDOWS EVICE ANAGER instructions below. Step 1: Insert the CD into a CD drive of the system that contains the WAFER-LX3. Step 2: Open W . (See Figure 7-1) INDOWS ONTROL ANEL...
Page 169: Figure 7-1: Access Windows Control Panel
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-1: Access Windows Control Panel Step 3: The Window in Figure 7-2 appears. Page 149...
Page 169: Figure 7-1: Access Windows Control Panel
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-1: Access Windows Control Panel Step 3: The Window in Figure 7-2 appears. Page 149...
Page 170: Figure 7-2: Performance And Maintenance
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-2: Performance and Maintenance Step 4: Double click the P option in Figure 7-2. ERFORMANCE AND AINTENANCE Step 5: The screen in Figure 7-3 appears. Figure 7-3: Access the System Step 6: Double click the S option in Figure 7-3.
Page 170: Figure 7-2: Performance And Maintenance
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-2: Performance and Maintenance Step 4: Double click the P option in Figure 7-2. ERFORMANCE AND AINTENANCE Step 5: The screen in Figure 7-3 appears. Figure 7-3: Access the System Step 6: Double click the S option in Figure 7-3.
Page 171: Figure 7-4: System Properties
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 7: The S screen in Figure 7-4 appears. YSTEM ROPERTIES Figure 7-4: System Properties Step 8: Double click the H tab in the Systems Property window Figure 7-4. ARDWARE Step 9: The screen in Figure 7-5 appears.
Page 171: Figure 7-4: System Properties
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 7: The S screen in Figure 7-4 appears. YSTEM ROPERTIES Figure 7-4: System Properties Step 8: Double click the H tab in the Systems Property window Figure 7-4. ARDWARE Step 9: The screen in Figure 7-5 appears.
Page 172: Figure 7-5: Open Device Manager
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-5: Open Device Manager Step 10: Double click the D tab in Figure 7-5. EVICE ANAGER Step 11: The Device Manager screen in Figure 7-6 appears. Step 11: Page 152...
Page 172: Figure 7-5: Open Device Manager
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-5: Open Device Manager Step 10: Double click the D tab in Figure 7-5. EVICE ANAGER Step 11: The Device Manager screen in Figure 7-6 appears. Step 0: Page 152...
Page 173: Vga Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-6: Device Manager 7.3 VGA Driver Installation To install the VGA driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 12: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 13: Right-click the VGA C (VGA C...
Page 173: Vga Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-6: Device Manager 7.3 VGA Driver Installation To install the VGA driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 1: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 2: Right-click the VGA C (VGA C...
Page 174: Figure 7-7: Video Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-7: Video Controller (Device Manager) Step 14: The small window in Figure 7-8 appears. Figure 7-8: Update Driver Selection Page 154...
Page 174: Figure 7-7: Video Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-7: Video Controller (Device Manager) Step 3: The small window in Figure 7-8 appears. Figure 7-8: Update Driver Selection Page 154...
Page 175: Figure 7-9: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 15: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-8. PDATE RIVER Step 16: The H in Figure 7-9 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Figure 7-9: Hardware Update Wizard Step 17: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk.
Page 175: Figure 7-9: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 4: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-8. PDATE RIVER Step 5: The H in Figure 7-9 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Figure 7-9: Hardware Update Wizard Step 6: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk.
Page 176: Figure 7-10: Vga Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-10: VGA Driver Installation Start Step 20: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-10. Step 21: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-11. Page 156...
Page 176: Figure 7-10: Vga Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-10: VGA Driver Installation Start Step 9: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-10. Step 10: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-11. Page 156...
Page 177: Figure 7-11: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-11: Wizard Search Step 22: The warning screen in Figure 7-12 appears. Figure 7-12: Wizard Warning Screen Page 157...
Page 177: Figure 7-11: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-11: Wizard Search Step 11: The warning screen in Figure 7-12 appears. Figure 7-12: Wizard Warning Screen Page 157...
Page 178: Figure 7-13: Vga Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 23: Click the Continue Anyway tab. Step 24: The Wizard updates the driver. See Figure 7-13. CAUTION: When the VGA driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 178: Figure 7-13: Vga Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 12: Click the Continue Anyway tab. Step 13: The Wizard updates the driver. See Figure 7-13. CAUTION: When the VGA driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 179: Figure 7-14: Vga Driver Installation Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-14: VGA Driver Installation Complete Step 26: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-14 installation. Step 27: The Device Manager refreshes and the Graphics Driver can be seen in the Display adapters option. See Figure 7-15.
Page 179: Figure 7-14: Vga Driver Installation Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-14: VGA Driver Installation Complete Step 15: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-14 installation. Step 16: The Device Manager refreshes and the Graphics Driver can be seen in the Display adapters option. See Figure 7-15.
Page 180: Audio Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-15: Device Manager Update 7.4 Audio Driver Installation To install the Audio driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 28: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 29: Right-click the M option listed under O...
Page 180: Audio Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-15: Device Manager Update 7.4 Audio Driver Installation To install the Audio driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 1: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 2: Right-click the M option listed under O...
Page 181: Figure 7-16: Audio Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-16: Audio Controller (Device Manager) Step 30: The small window in Figure 7-17 appears. Figure 7-17: Update Audio Driver Selection Page 161...
Page 181: Figure 7-16: Audio Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-16: Audio Controller (Device Manager) Step 3: The small window in Figure 7-17 appears. Figure 7-17: Update Audio Driver Selection Page 161...
Page 182: Figure 7-18: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 31: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-17. PDATE RIVER Step 32: The H in Figure 7-18 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Figure 7-18: Hardware Update Wizard Step 33: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk.
Page 182: Figure 7-18: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 4: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-17. PDATE RIVER Step 5: The H in Figure 7-18 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Figure 7-18: Hardware Update Wizard Step 6: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk.
Page 183: Figure 7-19: Audio Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-19: Audio Driver Installation Start Step 36: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-19. Step 37: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-20. Page 163...
Page 183: Figure 7-19: Audio Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-19: Audio Driver Installation Start Step 9: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-19. Step 10: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-20. Page 163...
Page 184: Figure 7-20: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-20: Wizard Search Step 38: The warning screen in Figure 7-21 appears. Figure 7-21: Wizard Warning Screen Page 164...
Page 184: Figure 7-20: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-20: Wizard Search Step 11: The warning screen in Figure 7-21 appears. Figure 7-21: Wizard Warning Screen Page 164...
Page 185: Figure 7-22: Audio Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 39: Click the Continue Anyway tab. Step 40: The Wizard updates the driver. See Figure 7-22. CAUTION: When the Audio driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 185: Figure 7-22: Audio Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 12: Click the Continue Anyway tab. Step 13: The Wizard updates the driver. See Figure 7-22. CAUTION: When the Audio driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 186: Figure 7-23: Audio Driver Installation Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-23: Audio Driver Installation Complete Step 42: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-23 installation. Step 43: The Device Manager refreshes and the Audio Driver can be seen in the Sound, Video and Game Controllers option. See Figure 7-24.
Page 186: Figure 7-23: Audio Driver Installation Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-23: Audio Driver Installation Complete Step 15: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-23 installation. Step 16: The Device Manager refreshes and the Audio Driver can be seen in the Sound, Video and Game Controllers option. See Figure 7-24.
Page 187: Ethernet Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-24: Device Manager Update 7.5 Ethernet Driver Installation To install the Ethernet driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 44: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 45: Right-click the E option listed under O...
Page 187: Ethernet Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-24: Device Manager Update 7.5 Ethernet Driver Installation To install the Ethernet driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 1: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 2: Right-click the E option listed under O...
Page 188: Figure 7-25: Ethernet Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-25: Ethernet Controller (Device Manager) Step 46: The small window in Figure 7-26 appears. Figure 7-26: Update Ethernet Driver Selection Page 168...
Page 188: Figure 7-25: Ethernet Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-25: Ethernet Controller (Device Manager) Step 3: The small window in Figure 7-26 appears. Figure 7-26: Update Ethernet Driver Selection Page 168...
Page 189: Figure 7-27: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 47: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-26. PDATE RIVER Step 48: The H in Figure 7-27 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Figure 7-27: Hardware Update Wizard Step 49: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk.
Page 189: Figure 7-27: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 4: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-26. PDATE RIVER Step 5: The H in Figure 7-27 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Figure 7-27: Hardware Update Wizard Step 6: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk.
Page 190: Figure 7-28: Ethernet Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-28: Ethernet Driver Installation Start Step 52: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-28. Step 53: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-29. Page 170...
Page 190: Figure 7-28: Ethernet Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-28: Ethernet Driver Installation Start Step 9: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-28. Step 10: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-29. Page 170...
Page 191: Figure 7-29: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-29: Wizard Search Step 54: The warning screen in Figure 7-30 appears. Figure 7-30: Wizard Warning Screen Page 171...
Page 191: Figure 7-29: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-29: Wizard Search Step 11: The warning screen in Figure 7-30 appears. Figure 7-30: Wizard Warning Screen Page 171...
Page 192: Figure 7-31: Ethernet Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 55: Click the Continue Anyway tab. Step 56: The Wizard updates the driver. See Figure 7-31. CAUTION: When the Ethernet driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 192: Figure 7-31: Ethernet Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 12: Click the Continue Anyway tab. Step 13: The Wizard updates the driver. See Figure 7-31. CAUTION: When the Ethernet driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 193: Figure 7-32: Ethernet Driver Installation Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-32: Ethernet Driver Installation Complete Step 58: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-32 installation. Step 59: The Device Manager refreshes and the Ethernet Driver can be seen in the Network Adpaters option. See Figure 7-33.
Page 193: Figure 7-32: Ethernet Driver Installation Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-32: Ethernet Driver Installation Complete Step 15: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-32 installation. Step 16: The Device Manager refreshes and the Ethernet Driver can be seen in the Network Adpaters option. See Figure 7-33.
Page 194: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-33: Device Manager Update 7.6 Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller To install the Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 60: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 61: Right-click the E...
Page 194: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-33: Device Manager Update 7.6 Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller To install the Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 1: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 2: Right-click the E...
Page 195: Figure 7-34: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-34: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller (Device Manager) Step 62: The small window in Figure 7-35 appears. Figure 7-35: Update Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Selection Page 175...
Page 195: Figure 7-34: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-34: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller (Device Manager) Step 3: The small window in Figure 7-35 appears. Figure 7-35: Update Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Selection Page 175...
Page 196: Figure 7-36: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 63: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-35. PDATE RIVER Step 64: The H in Figure 7-36 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Figure 7-36: Hardware Update Wizard Step 65: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk.
Page 196: Figure 7-36: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Step 4: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-35. PDATE RIVER Step 5: The H in Figure 7-36 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Figure 7-36: Hardware Update Wizard Step 6: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk.
Page 197: Figure 7-37: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-37: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation Start Step 68: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-37. Step 69: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-38. Page 177...
Page 197: Figure 7-37: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-37: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation Start Step 9: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-37. Step 10: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-38. Page 177...
Page 198: Figure 7-38: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-38: Wizard Search Step 70: The Wizard updates the driver. See Figure 7-39. CAUTION: When the driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 198: Figure 7-38: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-38: Wizard Search Step 11: The Wizard updates the driver. See Figure 7-39. CAUTION: When the driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 199: Figure 7-39: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-39: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation Step 71: When the driver is installed, the screen in Figure 7-40 appears. Page 179...
Page 199: Figure 7-39: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-39: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation Step 12: When the driver is installed, the screen in Figure 7-40 appears. Page 179...
Page 200: Figure 7-40: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-40: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation Complete Step 72: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-40 installation. Step 73: The Device Manager refreshes and the Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver can be seen in the Crypto Devices option. See Figure 7-41.
Page 200: Figure 7-40: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-40: Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver Installation Complete Step 13: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-40 installation. Step 14: The Device Manager refreshes and the Entertainment Encryption/Decryption Controller Driver can be seen in the Crypto Devices option. See Figure 7-41.
Page 201: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-41: Device Manager Update 7.7 Other PCI Bridge Device Controller To install the PCI bridge driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 74: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 75: Right-click the O...
Page 201: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-41: Device Manager Update 7.7 Other PCI Bridge Device Controller To install the PCI bridge driver, please follow the instructions below. Step 1: Open the D . See Section 7.2. EVICE ANAGER Step 2: Right-click the O...
Page 202: Figure 7-42: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-42: Other PCI Bridge Device Controller (Device Manager) Step 76: The small window in Figure 7-43 appears. Page 182...
Page 202: Figure 7-42: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller (Device Manager)
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-42: Other PCI Bridge Device Controller (Device Manager) Step 3: The small window in Figure 7-43 appears. Page 182...
Page 203: Figure 7-43: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller Driver Selection
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-43: Other PCI Bridge Device Controller Driver Selection Step 77: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-43. PDATE RIVER Step 78: The H in Figure 7-44 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Page 183...
Page 203: Figure 7-43: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller Driver Selection
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-43: Other PCI Bridge Device Controller Driver Selection Step 4: Select the U option in the small window shown in Figure 7-43. PDATE RIVER Step 5: The H in Figure 7-44 appears. ARDWARE PDATE IZARD Page 183...
Page 204: Figure 7-44: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-44: Hardware Update Wizard Step 79: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk. Step 80: Select N in Figure 7-44 and click N NOT THIS TIME Step 81: The screen in Figure 7-45 appears.
Page 204: Figure 7-44: Hardware Update Wizard
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-44: Hardware Update Wizard Step 6: Make sure the driver CD is in the disk. Step 7: Select N in Figure 7-44 and click N NOT THIS TIME Step 8: The screen in Figure 7-45 appears.
Page 205: Figure 7-45: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-45: Other PCI Bridge Device Controller Driver Installation Start Step 82: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-45. Step 83: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-46. Page 185...
Page 205: Figure 7-45: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller Driver Installation Start
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-45: Other PCI Bridge Device Controller Driver Installation Start Step 9: Select the recommended option in Figure 7-45. Step 10: The Wizard then searches for the driver. See Figure 7-46. Page 185...
Page 206: Figure 7-46: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-46: Wizard Search Step 84: The Wizard updates the driver. CAUTION: When the driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 206: Figure 7-46: Wizard Search
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-46: Wizard Search Step 11: The Wizard updates the driver. CAUTION: When the driver is installed the system first sets a system restore point and backs up old files. This may take some time. Be patient and wait for the installation procedure to be completed.
Page 207: Figure 7-47: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller Driver Installation Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-47: Other PCI Bridge Device Controller Driver Installation Complete Step 86: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-47 installation. Step 87: The Device Manager refreshes and the PCI Driver can be seen in the System Devices option.
Page 207: Figure 7-47: Other Pci Bridge Device Controller Driver Installation Complete
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-47: Other PCI Bridge Device Controller Driver Installation Complete Step 13: Click the Finish tab in to complete the Figure 7-47 installation. Step 14: The Device Manager refreshes and the PCI Driver can be seen in the System Devices option.
Page 208: Figure 7-48: Device Manager Update
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-48: Device Manager Update Page 188...
Page 208: Figure 7-48: Device Manager Update
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure 7-48: Device Manager Update Page 188...
Page 209: Abios Options
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix BIOS Options Page 189...
Page 209: Abios Options
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix BIOS Options Page 189...
Page 210 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Load Fail-Safe Defaults....................111 Load Optimized Defaults ..................... 111 Set Supervisor Password .................... 111 Set User Password ....................... 111 Save & Exit Setup ......................111 Exit Without Saving ...................... 112 Date [Day mm:dd:yyyy]....................112 Time [hh/mm/ss] ......................113 IDE Master and IDE Slave ....................
Page 210 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Load Fail-Safe Defaults....................111 Load Optimized Defaults ..................... 111 Set Supervisor Password .................... 111 Set User Password ....................... 111 Save & Exit Setup ......................111 Exit Without Saving ...................... 112 Date [Day mm:dd:yyyy]....................112 Time [hh/mm/ss] ......................113 IDE Master and IDE Slave ....................
Page 211 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Flat Panel Configuration [Press Enter] ..............122 OnBoard Audio [Enabled].................... 122 OnBoard USB 1.1 [Enabled] ..................123 OnBoard USB 2.0 [Enabled] ..................123 OnBoard IDE [Enabled]....................123 UART Port A [Disabled] ....................123 Memory Hole At 15M – 16M [Disabled]............... 123 Flat Panel Type [Auto]....................
Page 211 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Flat Panel Configuration [Press Enter] ..............122 OnBoard Audio [Enabled].................... 122 OnBoard USB 1.1 [Enabled] ..................123 OnBoard USB 2.0 [Enabled] ..................123 OnBoard IDE [Enabled]....................123 UART Port A [Disabled] ....................123 Memory Hole At 15M – 16M [Disabled]............... 123 Flat Panel Type [Auto]....................
Page 212 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Decode Memory Speed N [Fast Speed]..............136 Decode Memory Address N [xx] ................. 136 Decode Memory Size N [xx]..................136 ACPI Function [Disabled] .................... 137 ACPI Suspend Type [S1(POS)]..................138 Power Management [ACPI]..................138 PME Event Function..................... 138 Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN [Instant-Off] ................
Page 212 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Decode Memory Speed N [Fast Speed]..............136 Decode Memory Address N [xx] ................. 136 Decode Memory Size N [xx]..................136 ACPI Function [Disabled] .................... 137 ACPI Suspend Type [S1(POS)]..................138 Power Management [ACPI]..................138 PME Event Function..................... 138 Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN [Instant-Off] ................
Page 213: Bterminology
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix Terminology Page 193...
Page 213: Bterminology
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix Terminology Page 193...
Page 214 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard AC ’97 Audio Codec 97 (AC’97) refers to a codec standard developed by Intel® in 1997. ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) is an OS-directed configuration, power management, and thermal management interface. The Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA) interface connects storage devices including hard disks and CD-ROM drives to a computer.
Page 214 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard AC ’97 Audio Codec 97 (AC’97) refers to a codec standard developed by Intel® in 1997. ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) is an OS-directed configuration, power management, and thermal management interface. The Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA) interface connects storage devices including hard disks and CD-ROM drives to a computer.
Page 215 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard memory. The digital inputs and digital outputs are general control signals that control the on/off circuit of external devices or TTL devices. Data can be read or written to the selected address to enable the DIO functions.
Page 215 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard memory. The digital inputs and digital outputs are general control signals that control the on/off circuit of external devices or TTL devices. Data can be read or written to the selected address to enable the DIO functions.
Page 216 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard storage like hard drives. SATA Serial ATA (SATA) is a serial communications bus designed for data transfers between storage devices and the computer chipsets. The SATA bus has transfer speeds up to 1.5 Gbps and the SATA II bus has data transfer speeds of up to 3.0 Gbps.
Page 216 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard storage like hard drives. SATA Serial ATA (SATA) is a serial communications bus designed for data transfers between storage devices and the computer chipsets. The SATA bus has transfer speeds up to 1.5 Gbps and the SATA II bus has data transfer speeds of up to 3.0 Gbps.
Page 217: Cdio Interface
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix DIO Interface Page 197...
Page 217: Cdio Interface
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix DIO Interface Page 197...
Page 218: Dio Interface Introduction
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard C.1 DIO Interface Introduction The DIO connector on the WAFER-LX3 is interfaced to GIO ports on the iTE Super I/O chipset. The DIO has both 8-bit digital inputs and 8-bit digital outputs. The digital inputs and digital outputs are generally control signals that control the on/off circuit of external devices or TTL devices.
Page 218: Dio Interface Introduction
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard C.1 DIO Interface Introduction The DIO connector on the WAFER-LX3 is interfaced to GIO ports on the iTE Super I/O chipset. The DIO has both 8-bit digital inputs and 8-bit digital outputs. The digital inputs and digital outputs are generally control signals that control the on/off circuit of external devices or TTL devices.
Page 219: Assembly Language Samples
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard C.3 Assembly Language Samples C.3.1 Enable the DIO Input Function The BIOS interrupt call INT 15H controls the digital I/O. An assembly program to enable digital I/O input functions is listed below. AX, 6F08H Sets the digital port as input Initiates the INT 15H BIOS call C.3.2 Enable the DIO Output Function...
Page 219: Assembly Language Samples
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard C.3 Assembly Language Samples C.3.1 Enable the DIO Input Function The BIOS interrupt call INT 15H controls the digital I/O. An assembly program to enable digital I/O input functions is listed below. AX, 6F08H Sets the digital port as input Initiates the INT 15H BIOS call C.3.2 Enable the DIO Output Function...
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Page 221: Dwatchdog Timer
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix Watchdog Timer Page 201...
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WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix Watchdog Timer Page 201...
Page 222 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard NOTE: The following discussion applies to DOS environment. IEI support is contacted or the IEI website visited for specific drivers for more sophisticated operating systems, e.g., Windows and Linux. The Watchdog Timer is provided to ensure that standalone systems can always recover from catastrophic conditions that cause the CPU to crash.
Page 222 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard NOTE: The following discussion applies to DOS environment. IEI support is contacted or the IEI website visited for specific drivers for more sophisticated operating systems, e.g., Windows and Linux. The Watchdog Timer is provided to ensure that standalone systems can always recover from catastrophic conditions that cause the CPU to crash.
Page 223 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard NOTE: When exiting a program it is necessary to disable the Watchdog Timer, otherwise the system resets. Example program: ; INITIAL TIMER PERIOD COUNTER W_LOOP: AX, 6F02H ;setting the time-out value BL, 30 ;time-out value is 48 seconds ;...
Page 223 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard NOTE: When exiting a program it is necessary to disable the Watchdog Timer, otherwise the system resets. Example program: ; INITIAL TIMER PERIOD COUNTER W_LOOP: AX, 6F02H ;setting the time-out value BL, 30 ;time-out value is 48 seconds ;...
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Page 225: Eaddress Mapping
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Page 226: Address Map
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard E.1 Address Map I/O address Range Description 000-01F DMA Controller 020-021 Interrupt Controller 040-043 System time 060-06F Keyboard Controller 070-07F System CMOS/Real time Clock 080-09F DMA Controller 0A0-0A1 Interrupt Controller 0C0-0DF DMA Controller 0F0-0FF Numeric data processor...
Page 226: Address Map
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard E.1 Address Map I/O address Range Description 000-01F DMA Controller 020-021 Interrupt Controller 040-043 System time 060-06F Keyboard Controller 070-07F System CMOS/Real time Clock 080-09F DMA Controller 0A0-0A1 Interrupt Controller 0C0-0DF DMA Controller 0F0-0FF Numeric data processor...
Page 227: Irq Mapping Table
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard E.3 IRQ Mapping Table IRQ0 System Timer IRQ8 RTC clock IRQ1 Keyboard IRQ9 ACPI IRQ2 Available IRQ10 IRQ3 COM2 IRQ11 LAN/USB2.0/SATA IRQ4 COM1 IRQ12 PS/2 mouse IRQ5 SMBus Controller IRQ13 IRQ6 IRQ14 Primary IDE IRQ7 Available IRQ15...
Page 227: Irq Mapping Table
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard E.3 IRQ Mapping Table IRQ0 System Timer IRQ8 RTC clock IRQ1 Keyboard IRQ9 ACPI IRQ2 Available IRQ10 IRQ3 COM2 IRQ11 LAN/USB2.0/SATA IRQ4 COM1 IRQ12 PS/2 mouse IRQ5 SMBus Controller IRQ13 IRQ6 IRQ14 Primary IDE IRQ7 Available IRQ15...
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Page 230: Compatible Operating Systems
The compatible items described here have been tested by the IEI R&D team and found to be compatible with the WAFER-LX3 F.1 Compatible Operating Systems The following operating systems have been successfully run on the WAFER-LX3. MS-DOS 6.22 Microsoft Windows 2000 (Service Pack 4)
Page 230: Compatible Operating Systems
The compatible items described here have been tested by the IEI R&D team and found to be compatible with the WAFER-LX3 F.1 Compatible Operating Systems The following operating systems have been successfully run on the WAFER-LX3. MS-DOS 6.22 Microsoft Windows 2000 (Service Pack 4)
Page 231: Ghazardous Materials Disclosure
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Page 232: Ercury
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard G.1 Hazardous Material Disclosure Table for IPB Products Certified as RoHS Compliant Under 2002/95/EC Without Mercury The details provided in this appendix are to ensure that the product is compliant with the Peoples Republic of China (China) RoHS standards. The table below acknowledges the presences of small quantities of certain materials in the product, and is applicable to China RoHS only.
Page 232: Ercury
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard G.1 Hazardous Material Disclosure Table for IPB Products Certified as RoHS Compliant Under 2002/95/EC Without Mercury The details provided in this appendix are to ensure that the product is compliant with the Peoples Republic of China (China) RoHS standards. The table below acknowledges the presences of small quantities of certain materials in the product, and is applicable to China RoHS only.
Page 233 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Part Name Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) Chromium Biphenyls Diphenyl Ethers (CR(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) Housing Display Printed Circuit Board Metal Fasteners Cable Assembly Fan Assembly Power Supply...
Page 233 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Part Name Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) Chromium Biphenyls Diphenyl Ethers (CR(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) Housing Display Printed Circuit Board Metal Fasteners Cable Assembly Fan Assembly Power Supply...
Page 234 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 此附件旨在确保本产品符合中国 RoHS 标准。以下表格标示此产品中某有毒物质的含量符合中国 RoHS 标准规定的限量要求。本产品上会附有”环境友好使用期限”的标签，此期限是估算这些物质”不会有泄漏或突变”的年限。本产品可能包含有较短的环境友好使用期限的可替换元件，像是电池或灯管，这些元件将会单独标示出来。部件名称有毒有害物质或元素铅汞镉六价铬多溴联苯多溴二苯醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (CR(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) 壳体显示印刷电路板金属螺帽电缆组装风扇组装电力供应组装电池 O: 表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有物质材料中的含量均在 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。 X: 表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。...
Page 234 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard 此附件旨在确保本产品符合中国 RoHS 标准。以下表格标示此产品中某有毒物质的含量符合中国 RoHS 标准规定的限量要求。本产品上会附有”环境友好使用期限”的标签，此期限是估算这些物质”不会有泄漏或突变”的年限。本产品可能包含有较短的环境友好使用期限的可替换元件，像是电池或灯管，这些元件将会单独标示出来。部件名称有毒有害物质或元素铅汞镉六价铬多溴联苯多溴二苯醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (CR(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) 壳体显示印刷电路板金属螺帽电缆组装风扇组装电力供应组装电池 O: 表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有物质材料中的含量均在 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。 X: 表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。...
Page 235: Haudio Codec Configuration
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix Audio Codec Configuration Page 215...
Page 235: Haudio Codec Configuration
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Appendix Audio Codec Configuration Page 215...
Page 236: Introduction
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard H.1 Introduction The motherboard comes with an onboard Realtek ALC203 CODEC. The ALC203 is a 16-bit, full-duplex AC'97 Rev. 2.3 compatible six-channel audio CODEC that provides three pairs of stereo outputs with 5-bit volume control, a mono output, and multiple stereo and mono inputs, along with flexible mixing, gain, and mute functions.
Page 236: Introduction
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard H.1 Introduction The motherboard comes with an onboard Realtek ALC203 CODEC. The ALC203 is a 16-bit, full-duplex AC'97 Rev. 2.3 compatible six-channel audio CODEC that provides three pairs of stereo outputs with 5-bit volume control, a mono output, and multiple stereo and mono inputs, along with flexible mixing, gain, and mute functions.
Page 237: Sound Effect Configuration
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure H-1: Control Panel Sound Effect Manager H.2 Sound Effect Configuration H.2.1 Accessing the Sound Effects Manager Follow the steps below to access the Sound Effect Manager. Step 1: Install the ALC203 audio CODEC driver (see Chapter 7).
Page 237: Sound Effect Configuration
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure H-1: Control Panel Sound Effect Manager H.2 Sound Effect Configuration H.2.1 Accessing the Sound Effects Manager Follow the steps below to access the Sound Effect Manager. Step 1: Install the ALC203 audio CODEC driver (see Chapter 7).
Page 238: Sound Effect Manager Configuration Options
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure H-3: Sound Effects Manager (ALC203) NOTE: The Sound Effect Manager shown in Figure H-3 is for the RealTek ALC203 audio CODEC. Different CODECs may have different sound manager appearances. The following section describes the different configuration options in the Sound Effect Manager.
Page 238: Sound Effect Manager Configuration Options
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Figure H-3: Sound Effects Manager (ALC203) NOTE: The Sound Effect Manager shown in Figure H-3 is for the RealTek ALC203 audio CODEC. Different CODECs may have different sound manager appearances. The following section describes the different configuration options in the Sound Effect Manager.
Page 239 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard NOTE: The Karaoke Mode is configured in the Sound Effect menu. To access Karaoke configuration settings, click on the Sound Effect menu tab. Sound Effect Karaoke Mode Equalizer Speaker Configuration Speaker Test S/PDIF-In S/PDIF-Out Connector Sensing HRTF Demo...
Page 239 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard NOTE: The Karaoke Mode is configured in the Sound Effect menu. To access Karaoke configuration settings, click on the Sound Effect menu tab. Sound Effect Karaoke Mode Equalizer Speaker Configuration Speaker Test S/PDIF-In S/PDIF-Out Connector Sensing HRTF Demo...
Page 240 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Key adjustment up or down arrow icons enable users to define a key that fits a certain vocal range. Equalizer Selection - Preset equalizer settings enable easy audio range settings. Ten frequency bands can be configured. Speaker Configuration - Multi-channel speaker settings are configured in this menu.
Page 240 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Key adjustment up or down arrow icons enable users to define a key that fits a certain vocal range. Equalizer Selection - Preset equalizer settings enable easy audio range settings. Ten frequency bands can be configured. Speaker Configuration - Multi-channel speaker settings are configured in this menu.
Page 241: Index
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Index Page 221...
Page 241: Index
WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard Index Page 221...
Page 242 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard backup battery........52 battery connector......6, 52 location and pinouts ......52 AC’97 controller reset CMOS........52 specification v2.3 ......23 BIOS ........... 30 ACPI ..........20, 21 BIOS chipset ........30 ACPI v2.0 ........21 airflow ..........95 ALC655..........
Page 242 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard backup battery........52 battery connector......6, 52 location and pinouts ......52 AC’97 controller reset CMOS........52 specification v2.3 ......23 BIOS ........... 30 ACPI ..........20, 21 BIOS chipset ........30 ACPI v2.0 ........21 airflow ..........95 ALC655..........
Page 243 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard clear CMOS jumper ......89 keyboard/mouse ......60 COM 1/2 pin 9 setting jumper .... 91 LCD LVDS (20-pin) ....... 61 location..........91 LED..........63 settings ..........91 PC/104 ..........65 COM 2 ..........71 PC/104 power input ......69 connector location and pinouts ..
Page 243 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard clear CMOS jumper ......89 keyboard/mouse ......60 COM 1/2 pin 9 setting jumper .... 91 LCD LVDS (20-pin) ....... 61 location..........91 LED..........63 settings ..........91 PC/104 ..........65 COM 2 ..........71 PC/104 power input ......69 connector location and pinouts ..
Page 244 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard connectors ........102 jumper ..........87 AT power select......49, 88 fan connector........6, 55 CF card setup ........89 location and pinouts ......55 clear CMOS ........89 FDD connector........6 COM 1/2 pin 9 setting ....91 floppy disk connector......
Page 244 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard connectors ........102 jumper ..........87 AT power select......49, 88 fan connector........6, 55 CF card setup ........89 location and pinouts ......55 clear CMOS ........89 FDD connector........6 COM 1/2 pin 9 setting ....91 floppy disk connector......
Page 245 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard LCD panel shift clock setting jumper ... 7 PC/104 power input connector ... 69 LCD panel shift Clock setting jumper location and pinouts ......69 settings ..........92 PC/104 slot........6, 65 LCD panel shift clock setting select ... 92 location and pinouts ......
Page 245 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard LCD panel shift clock setting jumper ... 7 PC/104 power input connector ... 69 LCD panel shift Clock setting jumper location and pinouts ......69 settings ..........92 PC/104 slot........6, 65 LCD panel shift clock setting select ... 92 location and pinouts ......
Page 246 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard COM 3 location and pinouts ... 71 location and pinouts ......72 COM 4 location and pinouts ... 71 TTL LCD connector......7 connector location and pinouts . 71, 76 dual cable ........100 RS-232 connector........7 unpacking........
Page 246 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard COM 3 location and pinouts ... 71 location and pinouts ......72 COM 4 location and pinouts ... 71 TTL LCD connector......7 connector location and pinouts . 71, 76 dual cable ........100 RS-232 connector........7 unpacking........
Page 247 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard VGA connector ....... 7, 78 VGA monitor ........106 warranty validation ......84 connection ........106 Y-cable ..........61 Page 227...
Page 247 WAFER-LX3 3.5” Motherboard VGA connector ....... 7, 78 VGA monitor ........106 warranty validation ......84 connection ........106 Y-cable ..........61 Page 227...

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