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Compliance This product has passed CE tests for environmental specifications and limits. This product is in accordance with the directives of the Union European (EU). If users modify and/or install other devices in this equipment, the CE conformity declaration may no longer apply. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Important Safety Information Carefully read the precautions before using the device. Environmental conditions: Lay the device horizontally on a stable and solid surface in case the device may fall, causing serious damage. Slots and openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these ...
CAUTION Danger of explosion if internal lithium-ion battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Under no circumstances should the Lithium battery cell be shorted; otherwise the battery cell may heat up or cause potential burn hazards.
Table of Contents Compliance ....................iii Important Safety Information ............... iv WARNING ...................... iv CAUTION......................v Warranty Policy ....................v Technical Support & Services ..............v Chapter 1 General Information ..............1 Introduction ..................... 2 Features ....................3 Packing List..................... 3 Optional Accessories ................
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2.6.2 USB 2.0 Connector (J15) ............. 26 2.6.3 PM Bus Port (J20) ..............27 2.6.4 System Function Connector (JP3) ........28 2.6.5 Digital I/O Connector (JP4) ..........29 2.6.6 External SATA Power Connector (CN1, CN4, CN5) ..... 30 2.6.7 LCM Connector (CN7) ............31 2.6.8 ATX Power Connector (J1, J18) ...........
Chapter 1 General Information The information provided in this chapter includes: Features Packing List Optional Accessories Specifications Overview Dimensions ...
Introduction FWA8708 series are specifically designed for the network security and management market. There are plenty of applications adopting network security or network management as listed below. FWA8708-C FWA8708-H Network Security Applications: Firewall Unified Threat Management (UTM) ...
General Information Features ® ® Gen. Intel Xeon / Core™ i7/i5/i3 processor with up to 6 cores plus C246 or H310 PCH 6 x RJ45 GbE + 2x SFP GbE on board (SFP for FWA8708-C only) 4 or 2 x DDR4 DIMM, expandable up to 64 GB (ECC or non-ECC) ...
Optional Accessories IBASE provide optional accessories as follows. Please contact us or your dealer if you need any. Console Cable (160 cm, PK1-51) IPMI Module (IDN100) VGA Cable (40 cm, VGA21A) NIC Modules: IBN-R420BN (4 x RJ45 GbE, Non-Bypass) IBN-R420B (4 x RJ45 GbE, 2 Bypass Segment) IBN-R840N (8 x RJ45 GbE, Non-Bypass) IBN-R840 (8 x RJ45 GbE, 4 Bypass Segment)
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General Information Product Name FWA8708-C FWA8708-H 1 x 3.5” or 2 x 2.5” SATA drive bay (Optional) 1 x 3.5” or 2 x 2.5” SATA drive Storage bay (Optional) 1 x M.2 M2280 slot with PCIe (x4) & SATA signal IPMI module compliant with IPMI IPMI 2.0 (Optional)
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Product Name FWA8708-C FWA8708-H Display 1 x VGA port (reserved and optional) via the onboard pin header 3 x system fans 2 x PCIe (x8) slot 1 x PCIe (x8) slot 1 x Mini-PCIe slot with PCIe Expansion &...
General Information Overview Front View FWA8708-C FWA8708-H Name Name LCM Display with 4 buttons USB 3.0 Ports Console Port GbE LAN Ports LED Indicators Reserved Area for IBN module (for FWA8708-C only) (From top to bottom: Status, HDD, Power) User Self-Defined GPIO Button FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
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Rear View Single Power Supply Unit Redundant Power Supply Unit Name Name PCIe (x8) Expansion Card Slot 4 Power Switch VGA Port Single Power Supply Unit (via an onboard pin-header or via the optional IPMI module) System Fan Modules Reduntant Power Supply Oblique View ...
Chapter 2 Hardware Configuration The information provided in this chapter includes: Installation / Replacement Information and locations of connectors ...
Hardware Configuration Installation / Replacement For the hot-swappable HDD or the IBN Network Interface Modules installations, you can directly install without remove the device cover. For the memory, M.2, PCIe expansion card or the optional IPMI module, you need to remove 8 screws as shown below to pull out the lid. Configuration inside: Areas B allows for optional IBN modules, two 2.5”...
2.1.1 Network Module Installation / Removal Note: IBN module is purchasable and applicable for FWA8708-C only. Release two screws of a network module and pull it out carefully as shown below for replacement and installation. 2.1.2 HDD Installation / Removal After you remove the device cover, you can see the optional areas A and B as shown below allowing for optional HDD/SSD and expansion cards installation.
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Hardware Configuration 1. Remove 4 screws to loose each 3.5” or 2.5” HDD/SSD tray from the bottom of the device. 2. Unplug the SATA power and data cable. Remove 4 screws for each 3.5” or 2.5” HDD/SSD to free up the HDD/SSD from the tray. 3.5”...
2.1.3 Memory Installation / Replacement If you need to install or replace a memory module, follow the instructions below for installation after you remove the device cover. 1. Press the ejector tab of the memory slot down and outwards with your fingertips.
Hardware Configuration 2.1.4 IPMI Module Installation / Replacement If you need to install an IPMI module, remove the system lid firstly and then follow the instructions below. Note: IPMI module is optionally purchasable and applicable for FWA8708-C only. 1. Locate the IPMI slot and align the key of the module with that on the slot. 1.
2.1.5 Fan Module Installation / Removal If you need to install or replace a fan module, after removing the device cover, release 4 screws for each fan module on the rear side of the device, take out the fan, replace with a new one, and tighten these screws. 2.1.6 Redundant Power Supply Unit Installation / Replacement If you need to install or replace a redundant power supply unit, push the latch...
Hardware Configuration Setting the Jumper Set up and configure your system by using jumpers for various settings and features according to your needs and applications. Contact your supplier if you have doubts about the best configuration for your use. Jumpers are short-length conductors consisting of several metal pins with a non-conductive base mounted on the circuit board.
Jumper Quick Reference Function Connector Name Page AT & ATX Mode Selection PEG Configuration JBAT1, JBAT2 Clearing CMOS Data JBAT3 Clearing ME Register JBAT4 Factory Use Only JP1, JBMC1, JBMC2 Note: The following motherboard drawings in this section are illustrated by the example of MBN805C.
Hardware Configuration 2.5.2 PEG Configuration (JBAT1, JBAT2) JBAT1 JBAT2 The PEG bifurcation is only configurable for FWA8708-C. 1 x PCIe (x16) is always used for FWA8708-H. Function Pin closed Illustration JBAT1: Open 1 x PCIe (x16) JBAT2: Open JBAT1: Close 2 x PCIe (x8) JBAT2: Open JBAT1: Open...
Hardware Configuration 2.5.4 Clearing ME Register (JBAT4) Function Pin closed Illustration Normal (Default) Clearing ME Register FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
Connectors Quick Reference Function Connector Name Page External Power Switch Connector USB 2.0 Connector PM Bus Port System Function Connector Digital I/O Connector External SATA Power Connector CN1, CN4, CN5 LCM Connector ATX Power Connector J1, J18 FAN_CPU1, FAN1, FAN2, Fan Connector FAN3, FAN4 Console &...
Hardware Configuration The following motherboard drawings in this section are illustrated by the example of MBN805C. 2.6.1 External Power Switch Connector (J2) Signal Name Signal Name ATX_PSON#_EN Ground FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
Hardware Configuration 2.6.3 PM Bus Port (J20) The PM Bus port J20 is only a vailable for FWA8708-C. Signal Name Signal Name SMB_PWR_5VDUAL_CLK Ground SMB_PWR_5VDUAL_DAT VCC3_3 PL_SMBAlert FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
2.6.4 System Function Connector (JP3) Signal Name Signal Name VCC5 Speaker Ground Ground VCC5 5VDUAL BYPASSLED0- 5VDUAL BYPASSLED1- Ground ATXPWR_BTN# Ground FRST_OUT VCC3_3 -HDD_LED FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
Hardware Configuration 2.6.5 Digital I/O Connector (JP4) Signal Name Signal Name Ground VCC5 INT0_SIOGP22 INT0_SIOGP25 INT0_SIOGP23 INT0_SIOGP26 INT0_SIOGP24 INT0_SIOGP27 FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
2.6.6 External SATA Power Connector (CN1, CN4, CN5) CN1: CN4: CN5: Signal Name Signal Name VCC5 Ground Ground VCC12 FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
Hardware Configuration 2.6.7 LCM Connector (CN7) (with RS-232 signal) Signal Name Signal Name LCM_RD1 VCC5 LCM_TD1 Ground FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup This chapter describes the different settings available in the AMI BIOS that comes with the board. The topics covered in this chapter are as follows: Main Settings Advanced Settings Chipset Settings Security Settings ...
BIOS Setup Introduction The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) installed in the ROM of your computer system supports Intel® processors. The BIOS provides critical low-level support for standard devices such as disk drives, serial ports and parallel ports. It also provides password protection as well as special support for detailed fine-tuning of the chipset controlling the entire system.
Main Settings BIOS Setting Description System Date Sets the date. Use the <Tab> key to switch between the data elements. System Time Set the time. Use the <Tab> key to switch between the data elements. FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
BIOS Setup Advanced Settings This section allows you to configure, improve your system and allows you to set up some system features according to your preference. 3.4.1 CPU Configuration BIOS Setting Description Intel(R) Allows more than two frequency ranges to be SpeedStep(tm) supported.
3.4.2 Trusted Computing BIOS Setting Description Security Device Support Enables / Disables BIOS support for security device. The operating system will not show the security device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available. SHA-1 PCR Bank Enables / Disables SHA-1 PCR Bank. SHA256 PCR Bank Enables / Disables SHA256 PCR Bank.
BIOS Setup 3.4.3 SATA Configuration BIOS Setting Description SATA Controller(s) Enables / Disables SATA device. SATA Mode Selection Determines how SATA controller(s) operate. This PCH SKU doesn’t support RST feature. Aggressive LPM Support Enables PCH to aggressively enter link power state.
3.4.5 NCT5523D Super I/O Configuration BIOS Setting Description Serial Ports Configuration Sets Parameters of Serial Ports. You can enable / disable the serial port and select an optimal settings for the Super IO device. Restore AC Power Loss Select AC power state when power is re- applied after a power failure.
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BIOS Setup 3.4.5.1. Serial Port 1 Configuration BIOS Setting Description Serial Port Sets parameters of Serial Ports (COM). Change Settings Selects an optimal settings for Super I/O device. Options: Auto IO = 3F8h; IRQ = 4 IO = 3F8h; IRQ = 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 ...
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3.4.5.2. Serial Port 2 Configuration BIOS Setting Description Serial Port Sets parameters of Serial Ports (COM). Change Settings Selects an optimal settings for Super I/O device. Options: Auto IO = 2F8h; IRQ = 3 IO = 3F8h; IRQ = 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 ...
BIOS Setup 3.4.6 NCT7904D HW Monitor BIOS Setting Description Smart Fan Control Disables or sets the smart fan control start up temperature. Options: Disabled, 40°C, 45°C, 50°C, 55°C, 60°C ACPI Shutdown Options: Disabled, 70°C, 75°C, 80°C, 85°C, 90 Temperature °C, 95°C Temperatures / Voltages These fields are the parameters of the / Fan Speed...
3.4.7 LAN Bypass Configuration BIOS Setting Description Bypass Quick Setting Bypass Mode: All LAN ports with bypass function in Bypass mode during power-off or WDT initiates bypass. System will not reboot. Normal Mode: All LAN ports in normal mode. ...
BIOS Setup 3.4.8 Serial Port Console Redirection BIOS Setting Description Console Redirection Enables / Disables Console Redirection. Console Redirection The settings specify how the host computer Settings and the remote computer (which the user is using) will exchange data. Both computers should have the same or compatible settings.
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3.4.8.1. Console Redirection Settings BIOS Setting Description Emulation of the following options: Terminal Type ANSI: Extended ASCII charset. VT100: ASCII charset. VT100+: Extends VT100 to support color, function keys, etc. VT-UTF8: Uses UTF8 encoding to map Unicode. Selects serial port transmission speed. The Bits per second speed must be matched on the other side.
BIOS Setup BIOS Setting Description VT-UTF8 Combo Key Enables / Disables VT-UTF8 combination key Support support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. Recorder Mode With this mode enabled only text will be sent. This is to capture terminal data. Resolution 100x31 Enables / Disables extended terminal resolution. Putty KeyPad Select FunctionKey and KeyPad on Putty.
Security Settings BIOS Setting Description Administrator Password Sets an administrator password for the setup utility. User Password Sets a user password. FWA8708-C / FWA8708-H User Manual...
BIOS Setup Boot Settings BIOS Setting Description Setup Prompt Timeout Number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535 (0xFFFF) means indefinite waiting. Bootup NumLock State Selects the keyboard NumLock state. Quiet Boot Enables / Disables Quiet Boot option. Network Controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy Network OpROM.
Save & Exit Settings BIOS Setting Description Save Changes and Exit Exits system setup after saving the changes. Save Changes and Reset Resets the system after saving the changes. Discard Changes and Resets system setup without saving any Reset changes. Restore Defaults Restores / Loads defaults values for all the setup options.
Appendix This section provides the mapping addresses of peripheral devices and the sample code of watchdog timer configuration. I/O Port Address Map Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) Digital I/O Sample Code Watchdog Timer Configuration ...
A. I/O Port Address Map Each peripheral device in the system is assigned a set of I/O port addresses which also becomes the identity of the device. The following table lists the I/O port addresses used. Address Device Description 0x00000A00-0x00000A0F Motherboard resources 0x00000A10-0x00000A1F Motherboard resources...
B. Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) Peripheral devices use interrupt request lines to notify CPU for the service required. The following table shows the IRQ used by the devices on board. Level Function IRQ 9 Intel(R) Gaussian Mixture Model - 1911 IRQ 9 Intel(R) Thermal Subsystem - A379 IRQ 9...
Appendix C. Digital I/O Sample Code The file NCT5523D.H //--------------------------------------------------------------------------- // THIS CODE AND INFORMATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY // KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE // IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR // PURPOSE.
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The file MAIN.CPP //--------------------------------------------------------------------------- // THIS CODE AND INFORMATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY // KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE // IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR // PURPOSE. //--------------------------------------------------------------------------- #include <dos.h>...
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The file NCT5523D.CPP //--------------------------------------------------------------------------- // THIS CODE AND INFORMATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY // KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE // IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR // PURPOSE. //--------------------------------------------------------------------------- #include "NCT5523D.H"...
D. Watchdog Timer Configuration The Watchdog Timer (WDT) is used to generate a variety of output signals after a user programmable count. The WDT is suitable for the use in the prevention of system lock-up, such as when software becomes trapped in a deadlock.
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Appendix Sample Code: The file MAIN.CPP //--------------------------------------------------------------------------- // THIS CODE AND INFORMATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY // KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE // IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR // PURPOSE.
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Appendix Sample Code: The file NCT5523D.CPP //--------------------------------------------------------------------------- // THIS CODE AND INFORMATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY // KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE // IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR // PURPOSE.