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VIA EPIA CL-Series Mini-ITX
Mainboard Operation
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Operating Guidelines
Guidelines
Overview
Layout
Specifications
Processor SKUs
CLE266 Chipset Overview
I/O Back Panel Layout
Layout Diagram & Mounting Holes
Noise Levels Data
DVD Playback Tests
Power Consumption Data
Compatible Chassis
Power Specifications
Linux & Microsoft Driver Support
Contact
Version 1.20
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- Page 1 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 VIA EPIA CL-Series Mini-ITX Mainboard Operation Guidelines Contents • Overview • Layout • Specifications • Processor SKUs • CLE266 Chipset Overview • I/O Back Panel Layout • Layout Diagram & Mounting Holes • Noise Levels Data •...
- Page 2 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 EPIA CL-Series Overview The VIA EPIA CL-Series Mini-ITX Mainboard is an ultra compact x86 dual LAN platform with unprecedented expandability and versatility for today’s ever-growing need of networking applications. The VIA EPIA CL features more connectivity options than any other EPIA mainboard opening up a vast range of applications in the home, office, public places, and commercial LANs.
- Page 3 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 VIA EPIA CL-Series Layout...
- Page 4 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 VIA EPIA CL-Series Specifications Processor - VIA C3™/ VIA Eden™ ESP processor Chipset - VIA CLE266 North Bridge - VIA VT8235 South Bridge System Memory - 1 DDR266 DIMM socket - Up to 1GB memory size Back Panel I/O - 2 RJ-45 LAN port - 1 PS2 mouse port...
- Page 5 Version 1.20 VIA EPIA CL Processor SKUs The VIA EPIA CL-Series is available in two different speed grades. The EPIA CL6000 utilizes VIA’s ultra low power Eden processor while the EPIA CL10000 utilizes the robust VIA C3™ processor. EPIA EPIA CL10000...
- Page 6 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 VIA CLE266 Chipset Overview The VIA Apollo CLE266 Chipset is designed to enable high quality digital video streaming and DVD playback in a new generation of fanless, small form factor PCs and IA devices. The CLE266 features the embedded VIA 2D/3D MPEG-2 decoder, DDR266 support, motion compensation and duo-view support to ensure a rich overall entertainment experience.
- Page 7 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 VIA EPIA CL-Series I/O Back Panel Layout The EPIA CL’s ultra compact 17cm by 17cm integrated design supports all the standard legacy x86 connectivity options that include dual Ethernet LAN, USB 2.0. Video connectivity options are supported through a VGA port, The COM port provides connectivity to legacy devices such as bar code scanners.
- Page 8 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 VIA EPIA CL-Series Layout Diagram & Mounting Holes...
- Page 9 With noise levels ranging from the totally silent EPIA CL6000 to 25dBA for the EPIA CL10000, a new wave of system design innovation and exciting opportunities are being created in an almost limitless number of emerging new market segments - ranging from fanless networking devices, video conferencing to a host of commercial networking applications such as Kiosk and POS.
- Page 10 The comparison above uses CC Winstone 2001 to compare power consumption while carrying out standard office tasks like word processing, manipulating spreadsheets and web browsing. In this comparison, the VIA EPIA CL10000 mainboard uses more than 50% less power than the reference platform.
- Page 11 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 Idle 24.3 17.1 12.1 11.9 Watts EP IA CL10000 EP IA V10000 EP IA V8000 EP IA VE5000 In this comparison, the power consumed while standing idle is compared and the VIA EPIA CL-Series mainboards draw around 70% of the power that the reference platform draws.
- Page 12 E P IA V 8 0 0 0 E P IA V E 5 0 0 0 Int e l 8 4 5 - ba s e d M B P e nt ium 4 1.7 G The power consumption of the VIA EPIA CL10000 is more than half of that of the reference platform.
- Page 13 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 The following table is a comprehensive breakdown of the EPIA platform’s voltage, Amp and Wattage values while running common system applications EPIA CL10000 Running Network Applications Test Voltage Real Voltage Tested Amp. Watts +3.3V 3.368V 2.924A 9.848W...
- Page 14 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 EPIA CL6000 Running Network Applications Test Voltage Real Voltage Tested Amp. Watts +3.3V 3.37V 2.99A 10.0763W 4.92V 1.08A 5.3676W 5VSB 5.02V 0.14A 0.7028W +12V 12.40V 0.163A 2.0212W Total Watts: 18.1679W Playing DVD Test Voltage Real Voltage Tested Amp.
- Page 15 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 Intel 845 chipset-based mainboard - Pentium 4 1.7G Running Network Applications Test Voltage Real Voltage Tested Amp. Watts +3.3V 3.37V 2.55A 8.5935W 5.06V 0.77A 3.8962W 5VSB 5.04V 0.058A 0.2923W +12V 11.96V 0.18A 2.1528W CPU12V 11.99V 0.91A 10.9109W Total Watts: 25.8457W...
- Page 16 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 Compatible Chassis • Ultra small footprint cases designed specifically for the Mini-ITX platform. • Users don’t want loud, hot, beige tin boxes in their offices or homes: • Size and Appearance playing and increasingly important role in consumer’s choices •...
- Page 17 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 EPIA CL Compatible Chassis A growing number of chassis are available from leading case manufacturers in a variety of different mini-box and slimline styles. The tables below provide a list of the key features of a selection of ultra small footprint chassis in slimline and mini-box configurations designed for the VIA EPIA Mini-ITX platform and their respective vendors.
- Page 18 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 Slimline Chassis: Skyhawk, Casetronic Skyhawk Skyhawk Skyhawk Skyhawk Skyhawk Casetronic Casetro Casetronic IPX8201 IPRO-1200 IPRO-1201 IPRO-1202 IPRO-1203 Travla Travla “Serenity” Travla Drive Bays CDROM 5.25” Slim 5.25” Slim 5.25” Slim 5.25” Slim 5.25” Std. 5.25” Slim 5.25”...
- Page 19 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 Cube Chassis: Skyhawk, Morex, Bacata, ATCSTek Skyhawk Skyhawk Morex Bacata Bleur Bacata Chyang Casetronic ATCSTek Eagle Box Eagle Venus 668 nJeur B1 Box Bleur Jeur Fan CF- Travla Cube 6261-20 AS Box 7989 6271-20 Drive Bays CDROM 5.25”...
- Page 20 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 Power Specifications The EPIA CL utilizes an industry standard 20-pin ATX main connector to the power supply. Due to the EPIA CL platform’s ultra low power requirements a 90 – 120 Watt ATX power supply is ample for even the heaviest of multimedia system applications. -12V PWR_ON- PWR_GD...
- Page 21 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20 For OEM clients and system integrators developing a product for long term production, other code and other resources may also be made available. You can submit a request either through the Developers portal on VIA Arena, or through your VPSD support contact.
- Page 22 Operating Guidelines Version 1.20...