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- Page 1 KU171/KU173 Mini-ITX Industrial Motherboard User’s Manual A46610952...
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Page 2: Copyright
Copyright FCC and DOC Statement on Class B This publication contains information that is protected by copyright. No part of it may be re- This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital produced in any form or by any means or used to make any transformation/adaptation without device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Backilight Power Select (Optional) ............15 COM 1 RS232/Power Select ................. 15 Rear Panel I/O Ports ................. 16 12V DC-in (KU171)/9~36V DC-in (KU173) ............ 16 Graphics Interfaces ..................17 RJ45 LAN Ports ................... 17 USB Ports ....................18 Audio ......................19 I/O Connectors ................... -
Page 4: Warranty
Warranty Static Electricity Precautions 1. Warranty does not cover damages or failures that arised from misuse of the product, It is quite easy to inadvertently damage your PC, system board, components or devices even inability to use the product, unauthorized replacement or alteration of components and before installing them in your system unit. -
Page 5: About The Package
The package contains the following items. If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer or sales representative for assistance. • One KU171/KU173 motherboard • One COM port cable (Length: 250mm, 1 x COM port) •... -
Page 6: Chapter 1 - Introduction
KU171 : 433,836 hrs @ 25°C; 252,953 hrs @ 45°C; 161,770 hrs @ 60°C REAR I/O Ethernet 2 x GbE (RJ-45) KU173 : 416,214 hrs @ 25°C; 241,863 hrs @ 45°C; 154,716 hrs @ 60°C 4 x USB 3.0 Calculation model: Telcordia Issue 2 Environment: GB, GC – Ground Benign, Controlled... -
Page 7: Features
Chapter 1 • Wake-On-LAN Features • Watchdog Timer This feature allows the network to remotely wake up a Soft Power Down (Soft-Off) PC. It is supported via the onboard LAN port or via a PCI LAN card that uses the PCI PME (Power Man- agement Event) signal. -
Page 8: Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation
USB 6-7 USB 8-9 Select (JP5) • KU171: Single 12V +/-10% DC KU173: Wide Range 9~36V • The eDP connector is optional. Please contact your sales representative for more informa- tion. • JP1, JP2 and JP3 will work when the eDP connector is populated on the system board. -
Page 9: System Memory
Chapter 2 The system board supports the following memory interface. Important: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your board, processor, disk drives, add-in Single Channel (SC) boards, and other components. Perform installation procedures at an ESD workstation only. If such a station is not available, you can provide some ESD protection by wear- Data will be accessed in chunks of 64 bits (8B) from the memory channels. -
Page 10: Installing The Sodimm Module
Chapter 2 Installing the SODIMM Module 5. Grasping the module by its edges, align the module into the socket at an approximately 30 degrees angle. Apply firm even pressure to each end of the module until it slips down into the socket. -
Page 11: Installing The Heat Sink
Chapter 2 Jumper Settings Installing the Heat Sink The CPU must be kept cool by using a CPU fan with heat sink. Without sufficient air circula- Clear CMOS tion across the CPU and heat sink, the CPU will overheat damaging both the CPU and system board. -
Page 12: Auto Power-On Select
Chapter 2 Auto Power-on Select LVDS Panel Power Select 1-2 On: +12V 1-2 On: Power-on via power button 3-4 On: +5V (default) 5-6 On: +3.3V 2-3 On: (default) Power-on via AC power JP9 is used to select the method of powering on the system. If you want the system to pow- JP6 is used to select the power supplied with the LVDS LCD panel. -
Page 13: Lcd/Inverter Power Select
Chapter 2 LCD/Inverter Power Select LVDS Backlight Power Select 1-2 On: +3.3V (default) 1-2 On: +12V (default) 2-3 On: +5V 2-3 On: +5V JP8 is used to select the power level of the LCD/Inverter power connector. JP7 is used to select the power level of backlight control: +3.3V (default) or +5V. Important: Before powering-on the system, make sure that the power settings of JP7 match the power specification of backlight control. -
Page 14: Edp Panel Power Select (Optional)
Chapter 2 eDP Panel Power Select (Optional) eDP Inverter Power Select (Optional) 2 4 6 1 3 5 1-2 On: +12V 1-2 On: +12V (default) 3-4 On: +5V 2-3 On: +5V 2 4 6 1 3 5 5-6 On: +3.3V (default) JP1 is used to select the power supplied with the eDP panel. -
Page 15: Edp Backilight Power Select (Optional)
Chapter 2 eDP Backlight Power Select (Optional) COM 1 RS232/Power Select 1-2 On: +3.3V (default) 2-3 On: +5V COM 1: RS232/422/485 COM 1 JP2 is used to select the power level of backlight control: +3.3V (default) or +5V. JP5 is designed to configure the Serial COM port 1 to pure RS232 or RS232 with power. The pin functions of COM 1 will vary according to JP5’s setting. -
Page 16: Rear Panel I/O Ports
Mic-in Line-out The rear panel I/O ports consist of the following: • 1 12V DC-in jack (default) - KU171 • 1 9~36V DC-in jack (default) - KU173 • 2 DP++ ports • 2 RJ45 LAN ports • 4 USB 3.0 ports •... -
Page 17: Graphics Interfaces
Chapter 2 Graphics Interfaces RJ45 LAN Ports The display ports consist of the following: • 2 DP++ ports DP++ 1 DP++ 1 DP++ 2 DP++ 2 LAN 1 LAN 2 LAN 1 LAN 2 Features • Intel I210AT PCIe (10/100/1000Mbps) DP++ Port ®... -
Page 18: Usb Ports
Chapter 2 USB Ports BIOS Setting Configure the onboard USB in the Advanced menu (“USB Configuration” submenu) of the BIOS. Refer to chapter 3 for more information. Driver Installation You may need to install the proper drivers in your operating system to use the USB device. Refer to your operating system’s manual or documentation for more information. -
Page 19: Audio
Chapter 2 Audio I/O Connectors Digital I/O Connector Digital I/O Power Connector Digital I/O Digital I/O Power +12V Line-out Mic-in Line-out Ground 5VSB Mic-in Rear Audio The 8-bit Digital I/O connector provides powering-on function to external devices that are con- nected to the connector. -
Page 20: Sata (Serial Ata) Connectors
Chapter 2 SATA (Serial ATA) Connectors SATA (Serial ATA) Power Connectors SATA Power 0 Ground Ground SATA +12V Power 1 SATA 0 SATA 1 SATA 3.0 6Gb/s These SATA power connectors supply power to the SATA drive. Connect one end of the pro- vided power cable to the SATA power connector and the other end to your storage device. -
Page 21: Com (Serial) Ports
Chapter 2 COM (Serial) Ports COM 1 Port Connect RS422 RS232 RS485 (Full Duplex) DCD- DATA+ SIN- DATA- DTR- DSR- RTS- CTS- COM 2: RS232 COM 1 COM 2 COM 1: RS232/422/485 The pin functions of COM 1 will vary according to BIOS’ and JP5’s settings. COM 1 can be se- lected among RS232, RS422 and RS485 via BIOS. -
Page 22: Front Panel Connector
Chapter 2 Front Panel Connector Cooling Fan Connectors Ground Power Sense CPU Fan HD-LED RESET Front Panel PWR-LED ATX-SW System Fan 1 Ground HD-LED - Hard Drive LED Power Sense This LED will light when the hard drive is being accessed. RESET - Reset Switch This switch allows you to reboot without having to power off the system. -
Page 23: Lvds Lcd Panel Connector
BIOS Setting 1. LVDS LCD Panel Connector: Configure the LCD panel in the Advanced menu (“Video Configuration” sub- DFI PN: 346-714000-201S menu) of the BIOS. Refer to chapter 3 for more information. Description: HEADER 40P/1.25mm, 180D, SMD, BEIGE, DF13E-40DP-1.25V(51)(Hirose)RoHS 2. LCD/Inverter Power Connector: DFI PN: 3346-510801-100G Description: BOX HEADER 1*8, 8P/2.0mm/180D, 721-81-08TW00(PINREX)RoHS... -
Page 24: S/Pdif Connector
Chapter 2 S/PDIF Connector SMBus Connector SMBUS_Data SMBus SMBUS_Alert# SMBUS_CLK +3.3V_Standby S/PDIF SPDIF out Ground SPDIF in The S/PDIF connector is used to connect an external S/PDIF port. Your S/PDIF port may be The SMBus (System Management Bus) connector is used to connect SMBus devices. It is a mounted on a card-edge bracket. -
Page 25: Expansion Slots
Chapter 2 Expansion Slots Chassis Intrusion Connector Chassis Intrusion Ground Signal PCI Express x4 Mini PCI Express (PCIe and USB signals) M.2 M Key (PCIe and SATA signals) The board supports the chassis intrusion detection function. Connect the chassis intrusion PCI Express x4 Slot sensor cable from the chassis to this connector. -
Page 26: Edp Connector (Optional)
Jumper Settings Inverter PWR Inverter PWR Refer to the “Jumper Settings” section in this chapter for settings relevant to the eDP panel. Note: eDP Connector: DFI PN: 346-713000-201G Description: HEADER 30P/1.25mm, 180D, SMD, BEIGE, DF13E-30DP-1.25V(51)(Hirose)RoHS Chapter 2 Hardware Installation www.dfi .com... -
Page 27: Lpc Connector
Chapter 2 LPC Connector Standby Power LED Standby Power LED The Low Pin Count Interface was defi ned by Intel ® Corporation to facilitate the industry’s transition towards legacy free systems. It allows the integration of low-bandwidth legacy I/O components within the system, which are typically provided by a Super I/O controller. -
Page 28: Battery
Chapter 2 Battery Battery Connector +3.3V Connect to the battery connector Battery The lithium ion battery powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory. It is an auxiliary source of power when the main power is shut off. Safety Measures • Danger of explosion if battery incorrectly replaced. •... -
Page 29: Chapter 3 - Bios Setup
Chapter 3 Chapter 3 - BIOS Setup Legends Overview Keys Function The BIOS is a program that takes care of the basic level of communication between the CPU and peripherals. It contains codes for various advanced features found in this system board. Right and Left arrows Moves the highlight left or right to select a menu. -
Page 30: Insyde Bios Setup Utility
Chapter 3 Insyde BIOS Setup Utility Advanced Main The Advanced menu allows you to configure your system for basic operation. Some entries are defaults required by the system board, while others, if enabled, will improve the performance of your system or let you set some features according to your preference. The Main menu is the first screen that you will see when you enter the BIOS Setup Utility. - Page 31 Chapter 3 ACPI Configuration Note: Under Dual Boot Type or UEFI Boot Type mode, if Quiet Boot is set to enabled, This section is used to configure the system ACPI parameters. BGRT Logo field will appear for configuration. Refer to the Boot menu (page 43) for more information.
- Page 32 Chapter 3 CPU Configuration Video Configuration This section is used to configure the CPU. This section configures the video settings. InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced Advanced Initial priority: Video Confi guration AUTO: PEG->PCIe->PCI Allows more than two fre- CPU Confi...
- Page 33 Chapter 3 Audio Configuration InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced This section is used to configure the audio settings. Choose display device Video Confi guration combination Primary Display <Auto> Internal Graphics Device <Auto> InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Boot display <Auto>...
- Page 34 Chapter 3 SATA Configuration Serial ATA Port 0, 1, 2 and Hot Plug This section is designed to select the SATA controller and the type of hard disk drive which are These fields are used to enable or disable the serial ATA ports and their hot plugs. Se- installed in your system unit.
- Page 35 Chapter 3 USB Configuration PCI Express Configuration This section is used to configure the parameters of the USB device. This section configures settings relevant to PCI Express root ports. InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 PCIE1 Settings.
- Page 36 Chapter 3 ME Configuration InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced This section configures settings relevant to flash ME region. Control the PCI Express PCI Express Root Port 5 <Enabled> Root Port. PCIe Speed <AUTO> InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced Enable/disable to fl...
- Page 37 Chapter 3 Active Management Technology Support MEBX Configuration The section allows users to enable or disable the Intel Active Management Technology (Intel Configure Intel Active Management Technology (Intel AMT) in the Intel Management Engine ® ® ® ® ® AMT). Please refer to Chapter 6 for more information. BIOS Extension (MEBX) section.
- Page 38 Chapter 3 Debug Configuration UEFI Device Manager This section configures Debug setting. The section configures UEFI device with option ROM, such as LAN card, etc. InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced Enable it to output debug Debug Confi...
- Page 39 Chapter 3 SIO NUVOTON6106D Note: SYS Smart Fan Control, CPU Smart Fan Control, and SYS Smart Fan 2 Control can be This section configures the system super I/O chip parameters. switched to <Disable>. When they are disabled, it will enable "Fix Fan Speed Count". InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev.
- Page 40 Chapter 3 PC Health Status InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced ↑ This section displays the PC health status. Boundary 3 [50] Boundary 4 [60] InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Fan Speed Count 1 [30] Fan Speed Count 2 [40] Advanced Fan Speed Count 3 [50]...
- Page 41 Chapter 3 Console Redirection When Console Serial Redirect is set to enabled, the screen will appear like below: This section configures settings relevant to console redirection. InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Enable Console Redirec- Console Redirection Setup tion Function Advanced...
- Page 42 Chapter 3 When UseGlobalSetting is set to disabled, the screen will appear like below: COMA/COMB InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Advanced Advanced PortEnable <Enabled> PortEnable <Enabled> UseGlobalSetting <Disabled> UseGlobalSetting <Enabled> Terminal Type <VT_100> Baud Rate <115200>...
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Page 43: Security
Chapter 3 Security Boot InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Main Advanced Security Boot Exit InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Selects Power-on state for Numlock Numlock <Off> Install or Change the Pass- Current TPM Device <Not Detected > Boot Type <Dual Boot Type>... -
Page 44: Exit
Chapter 3 Exit PXE Boot to LAN Disable or enable PXE boot to LAN. InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 USB Boot Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Enable or disable to change USB boot devices boot order. Exit system setup and save your changes. -
Page 45: Updating The Bios
Chapter 3 Updating the BIOS Notice: BIOS SPI ROM To update the BIOS, you will need the new BIOS file and a flash utility. Please contact techni- 1. The Intel Management Engine has already been integrated into this system board. Due to ®... -
Page 46: Chapter 4 - Supported Software
You may acquire the software from your sales representa- tives, from an optional DVD included in the shipment, or from the website download page at https://www.dfi.com/DownloadCenter. Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility The Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility is used for updating Windows INF files so that ®... - Page 47 Chapter 4 Intel Graphics Drivers 3. Go through the readme document for system re- quirements and installation To install the driver, download “KU171_KU173 Graphics Driver” zip file at our website. tips then click “Next”. 1. Setup is now ready to install the graphics driver.
- Page 48 Chapter 4 Audio Driver Intel LAN Driver To install the driver, download “KU171_KU173 Audio Driver” zip file at our website. To install the driver, download “KU171_KU173 LAN Driver” zip file at our website. 1. Setup is ready to install the 1.
- Page 49 Chapter 4 Intel Management Engine Drivers 4. Click “Install” to begin the installation. To install the driver, download “KU171_KU173 MEI Driver” zip file at our website. 1. Setup is ready to install the driver. Click “Next”. 5. The step displays the installing status in the prog- ress.
- Page 50 Chapter 4 SIO Driver 3. Click “Next” to install to the default folder, or click “Change” to choose another To install the driver, download “KU171_KU173 SIO Driver” zip file at our website. destination folder. 1. Setup is ready to install the driver. Click “Next”.
- Page 51 Chapter 4 5. Setup is now installing the 3. Go through the readme docu- driver. ment for system requirements and installation tips then click “Next”. 4. Setup is ready to install the driver. 6. Click “Yes, I want to restart Click “Next”.
- Page 52 Chapter 4 Adobe Acrobat Reader 9.3 4. Click “Finish” to exit installation. To install the reader, download “KU171_KU173 Driver Package” iso file at our website. 1. Click “Next” to install or click “Change Destination Folder” to select another folder. 2. Click “Install” to begin instal- lation.
- Page 53 Chapter 4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology The Intel Rapid Storage Technology is a utility that allows you to monitor the current status of the SATA drives. It enables enhanced performance and power management for the storage subsystem. To install the driver, download “KU171_KU173 Intel Rapid Storage Driver” zip file at our web- site.
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Page 54: Chapter 5 - Raid
Chapter 5 Chapter 5 - RAID Settings The system board allows configuring RAID on Serial ATA drives. It supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 5. To enable the RAID function, the following settings are required. RAID Levels 1. Connect the Serial ATA drives. 2. - Page 55 Chapter 5 Step 3: Create a RAID Volume Step 3-1: Create a RAID Volume if the boot type is UEFI 1. When the Intel RST option ROM status screen displays during POST, press <Ctrl> and If the boot type is set to UEFI, RAID volume creation will be different. Please use the following ®...
- Page 56 Chapter 5 Step 4: Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Utility 4. Go through the readme document to view system requirements and installa- The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Utility can be installed from within Windows. It allows tion information then click RAID volume management (create, delete, migrate) from within the operating system.
- Page 57 Chapter 5 7. Click “Yes, I want to restart this computer now” to complete the installation and then click “Finish”. Chapter 5 RAID www.dfi .com...
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Page 58: Chapter 6 - Intel Amt Settings
Chapter 6 Chapter 6 - Intel AMT Settings Enable Intel AMT in the Insyde BIOS ® Overview 1. Power-on the system then press <Del> to enter the main menu of the Insyde BIOS. Intel Active Management Technology (Intel ® AMT) combines hardware and software solution to 2. - Page 59 Chapter 6 4. In the Exit menu, select Exit Saving Changes then select Yes and press Enter. Configure Intel AMT in the Intel Management Engine BIOS ® ® Extension (MEBX) Section InsydeH2O Setup Utility Rev. 5.0 1. After the system reboots, press <Del> to enter the main menu of the Insyde BIOS. Main Advanced Security...
- Page 60 Chapter 6 4. Select MEBx Login and press Enter. You will be prompted for a password. The default 6. You will be asked to verify the new password. Enter the same new password in the space password is “admin”. Enter the default password in the space provided under Intel(R) ME provided under Verify Password then press Enter.
- Page 61 Chapter 6 8. If you want to change ME password, select Change ME Password then press Enter. 10. You will be asked to verify the new password. Enter the same new password in the space Enter the current password in the space provided under Intel(R) ME Password then press provided under Verify Password then press Enter.
- Page 62 Chapter 6 Press Esc until you return to the Main Menu. Select Intel(R) Small Business Tech- In the Intel(R) Small Business Technology Configuration menu, select Restore nology Configuration then press Enter. Factory Settings then press Enter. Intel(R) Management Engine BIOS Extension v11.0.0.0010/Intel(R) ME v11.8.50.3434 Intel(R) Management Engine BIOS Extension v11.0.0.0010/Intel(R) ME v11.8.50.3434 Copyright(C) 2003-16 Intel Corporation.
- Page 63 Chapter 6 In the Intel(R) AMT Power Control menu, select Idle Timeout then press Enter. Enter the timeout value and press Enter. Intel(R) Management Engine BIOS Extension v11.0.0.0010/Intel(R) ME v11.8.50.3434 Copyright(C) 2003-16 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. INTEL(R) AMT POWER CONTROL This confi...
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Page 64: Appendix A - Troubleshooting Checklist
Appendix A Appendix A - Troubleshooting Checklist The picture seems to be constantly moving. Troubleshooting Checklist 1. The monitor has lost its vertical sync. Adjust the monitor’s vertical sync. 2. Move away any objects, such as another monitor or fan, that may be creating a magnetic This chapter of the manual is designed to help you with problems that you may encounter field around the display. - Page 65 Appendix A Hard Drive System Board 1. Make sure the add-in card is seated securely in the expansion slot. If the add-in card is Hard disk failure. loose, power off the system, re-install the card and power up the system. 1.