Intel 8/9th generation core processor thin mini itx motherboard with intel h310 chipset (86 pages)
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EMX-Q87R Generation Core™ Intel® LGA1150 Socket Supports 4 Refresh i7/i5/i3, Pentium® and Celeron® Processors Mini ITX Motherboard with Intel® Q87 Express Chipset User’s Manual 1st Ed – 23 January 2015 Part No: E2047M87R00R...
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Disclaimer Avalue Technology Inc. reserves the right to make changes, without notice, to any product, including circuits and/or software described or contained in this manual in order to improve design and/or performance. Avalue Technology assumes no responsibility or liability for the...
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EMX-Q87R User’s Manual Avalue Technology’s PRODUCTS ARE NOT FOR USE AS CRITICAL COMPONENTS IN LIFE SUPPORT DEVICES OR SYSTEMS WITHOUT THE PRIOR WRITTEN APPROVAL OF Avalue Technology Inc. As used herein: 1. Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which, (a) are intended for...
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(such as your sales receipt) in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for warranty service. 5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid to your dealer. 4 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
1.2 Packing List Before you begin installing the single board, make sure that the following materials are included in the package: 1 x EMX-Q87R Mini ITX Main Board 1 x CD-ROM contains OS drivers/User’s Manual ...
We strongly recommend that you read this manual carefully before attempting to install the EMX-Q87R series or change the standard configurations. Whilst all the necessary information is available in this manual, it is recommend to contact your supplier for guidance for any queries and concern.
I217LM Gigabit Ethernet controller (PHY) Back I/O Port 1 x PS2 KB/ 1 x PS2 MS 1 x COM Port (RS-232/422/485 supported) Back Panel 3 x COM Port (RS-232) 1 x Display Port 1 x VGA EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 9...
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1 x 2 x 2 pin 12V Power connector Mechanical & Environmental AT/ATX Power Type Operating Temperature 0~60°C (32~140°F) Operating Humidity 0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing Size (L x W) 6.69'' x 6.69'' (170mm x 170mm) Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. 10 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 1.5 Architecture Overview – Block Diagram The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of EMX-Q87R. EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 11...
• DirectX® 11.1 & Open GL 4.0 let you enjoy awesome graphics performance, stunning 3D visual effect and dynamic interactivity • Memory support, integrated low voltage DDR3 memory controller 12 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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IPv4 and IPv6 Checksum Offload - High Definition Audio - USB: Gen 2.0, up to 6 Ports / Gen 3.0, up to 6 Ports - SMBus 2.0 - LPC Bus Supports SPI devices - Hardware Monitor Fan control (Voltage, Temp) EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 13...
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Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 14 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
Place four (4) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 15...
LCD Inverter Setting Connector JMSATASW M-SATA/mini PCIe Selection Connectors Label Function Note VGA1 VGA Video Port Gigabit LAN (RJ-45) Connector LAN1/2_USB12/34 USB 3.0 Connector x 4 Line-in port (Light blue) Line-out port (Lime) AUDIO1 Microphone port (Pink) EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 17...
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HDMI Port The on-screen message alerting you about headphones being connected to the computer. The Realtek audio software features an automatic jack sensing option to let you know when something has been inserted into an audio port. 18 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 19...
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. Retention tab Load lever To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 20 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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(A) until it snaps into the retention tab. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 21...
Motherboard hole Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove directed outward. 22 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. 2.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 23...
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EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 24 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR SODIMM but has a 204-pin footprint compared to the 240-pin DDR2 DIMM. DDR3 SODIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 SODIMM socket. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: 204-Pin DDR3 SODIMM sockets EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 25...
3. Align the notch key on the module with the rib on the slot. 4. Firmly press the modules into the socket which will automatically snap into the mounting notch. Do not force the SODIMM module in with extra force as the DIMM module only fits in one direction. 26 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
The DDR3 SODIMM sockets do not support DDR/DDR2 SODIMMs. DO NOT install DDR/DDR2 SODIMMs to the DDR3 SODIMM socket. 2.5.4 Removing a DDR3 SODIMM 1. Press the two ejector tabs on the slot outward simultaneously, and then pull out the DIMM module. EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 27...
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. 2.6.2.1 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 28 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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The miniPCIe express slot supports Mini cards for WiFi , Bluetooth, COM, USB modules, and other cards that comply with the mini Card Rev. 1.2 specifications . The figure below shows the type of full size SSD card that can be installed on a miniPCI express slot. EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 29...
2.7.9 Serial Port 1 Connector (COM1) In RS-232 Mode Signal PIN PIN Signal In RS-422 Mode Signal PIN PIN Signal In RS-485 Mode Signal PIN PIN Signal * RS232/RS422/RS485 Mode Change by BIOS Setup BIOS SetupAdvancedNCT6106D Super IO Configuration 34 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system to try again by turning it OFF then ON or pressing the "RESET" button on the system case. You may also restart by simultaneously pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Delete> keys. 42 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
While moving around through the Setup program, note that explanations appear in the Item Specific Help window located to the right of each menu. This window displays the help text for the currently highlighted field. EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 43...
To access the menu items, press the up/down/right/left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted, then press [Enter] to open the specific menu. 44 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. System Date The date format is <Date>,<Month>,<Day>,<Year>. System Time The time format is <Hour>,<Minute>,<Second>. EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 45...
The Advanced BIOS Setup screen is shown below. The sub menus are described on the following pages. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 46 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. PCI Bus Driver Version Displays the information of PCI Bus Driver Version PCI Latency Timer [32 PCI Bus Clocks] Configuration options: [32 PCI Bus Clocks] ~ [248 PCI Bus Clocks] EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 47...
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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Wake on PCIE [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] S3 Video Repost [Disabled] Allows you to determine whether to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 48 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 3.4.2.3 CPU configuration CPU configuration Displays the CPU information EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 49...
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EIST [Enabled] Enable or disable speed step. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Turbo Mode [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU C States [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Enhanced C1 States [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 50 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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Use this to enable or disable CPU C7 report to OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [CPU C7] [CPU C7s] Package C State limit [Auto] Intel TXT(LT) Support [Enable] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.4.2.4 SATA Configuration Serial-ATA Controller(s) [Enabled] Enabled/Disabled Serial-ATA Controller 0 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 51...
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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Mode [IDE] Support IDE, AHCI or RAID mode Configuration options: [IDE][AHCI][RAID] 3.4.2.5 PCH-FW Configuration Firmware Update Configuration Me FW Image Re-Flash [Disabled] Enable/Disable Me FW Image Re-Flash function Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled] 52 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 3.4.2.6 AMT Configuration Intel AMT [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Un-Configure ME [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 53...
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Display how many devices are connected. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Enables Legacy USB support. AUTO option disables legacy support if no USB devices are connected. Disabled option will keep USB devices available only for EFI applications. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled][Auto] 54 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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Super IO Configuration Super IO Chip [NCT6106D] RS232/422/485 Selection [RS232] Configuration options: [RS232][RS422 HALF DUPLEX][RS485/RS422 FULL DUPLEX] Chassis Opened Warning [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] GPIO Group Control [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 55...
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EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 3.4.2.9 NCT6106D Hardware Monitor PC Health Status Display system health status 60 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 3.4.2.9.1 Smart Fan Smart Fan Function [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 61...
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Smart Fan Mode configuration System Fan Mode [Manual Mode] Select system Fan mode Configuration options: [Manual Mode][Thermal Cruise Mode] CPU Fan Mode [Manual Mode] Select CPU Fan mode Configuration options: [Manual Mode][Thermal Cruise Mode] 62 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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Enable or Disable Boot Option For Legacy Mass Storage Devices with Option ROM Configuration options: [Do not launch] [UEFI only] [Legacy only] Other PCI Device ROM priority priority [UEFI OpROM] Configuration options: [UEFI OpROM] [Legacy OpROM] EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 63...
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EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 3.4.3.1.2 USB Configuration USB3.0 Support [Enabled] Enable/Disable USB 3.0 support Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB ports per-port disable cont [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 69...
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EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 3.4.3.2 System Agent (SA) Configuration VT-d [Enabled] Set VT-d Enable or Disable Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 70 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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Select DVMT 5.0 Pre-Allocated (Fixed) graphics memory size used by the internal graphics device. Configuration options: [32M]~[512M] DVMT Total Gfx Mem [256M] Select DVMT 5.0 total graphics memory size used by the internal graphics device. Configuration options: [128M][256M][MAX] EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 71...
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VGA modes will be supported only on primary display. Configuration options: [VBIOS Default][CRT][DisplayPort][HDMI][LVDS] LCD Panel Type Select Select LCD Panel resolution LVDS Brightness Control [255] Configuration options:[1]~[255] LVDS Back Light PWM Frequency [200 Hz] Select LVDS Back Light frequency 72 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
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Detect Non-Compliance Device [Disabled] Configuration options:[Enable][Disable] PEG ASPM [Disabled] Control ASPM support for the PEG Device. This has no effect if PEG is not the currently active device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 73...
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EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 3.4.3.2.3 Memory Information Memory Information Display Memory Information 74 EMX-Q87R User’s Manual...
Exit system setup without saving the changes. Save changes and Reset Reset system after saving the changes. Discard changes and Reset Reset system without saving the changes. Restore Defaults Restore/Load default values for all the setup option. EMX-Q87R User’s Manual 77...
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