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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard MODEL: IMBA-R680 ATX motherboard supports LGA1700 12th/13th Intel® Core® i9/i7/i5/i3, Celeron® and Pentium® processor, DDR5, Triple Independent Displays, Dual 2.5GbE LAN, M.2, SATA 6Gb/s and RoHS User Manual Page 1 Rev. 1.00 – April 27, 2023...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Revision Date Version Changes April 27, 2023 1.00 Initial release Page 2...
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IMBA-R680 ATX 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.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Manual Conventions WARNING Warnings appear where overlooked details may cause damage to the equipment or result in personal injury. Warnings should be taken seriously. CAUTION Cautionary messages should be heeded to help reduce the chance of losing data or damaging the product.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menus BIOS Menu 1: Main (1/2) .......................91 BIOS Menu 2: Main (2/2) .......................91 BIOS Menu 3: Advanced ......................94 BIOS Menu 4: CPU Configuration (1/3)..................95 BIOS Menu 5: CPU Configuration (2/3)..................96 BIOS Menu 6: CPU Configuration (3/3)..................96 BIOS Menu 7: PCH-FW Configuration ..................100...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menu 32: PCH-IO Configuration (2/2) ................129 BIOS Menu 33: PCI Express Configuration ................131 BIOS Menu 34: PCIe Slot Configuration Submenu ..............132 BIOS Menu 35: SATA Configuration ..................133 BIOS Menu 36: HD Audio Configuration ..................134 BIOS Menu 37: Security (1/2) .....................135 BIOS Menu 38: Security (2/2) .....................136...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 1.1 Introduction Figure 1-1: IMBA-R680 The IMBA-R680 is an ATX motherboard. It accepts a Socket LGA1700 Intel® 12/13th Core® i9/i7/i5/i3, Pentium® or Celeron® processor and supports four 288-pin dual-channel unbuffered DDR5 SDRAM DIMM modules up to 128 GB. The Intel® R680E chipset supports four SATA 6Gb/s drives.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 1.2 Features Some of the IMBA-R680 motherboard features are listed below: ▪ ATX form factor ▪ LGA1700 12th/13th Generation Intel® Core® i9/i7/i5/i3, Celeron® and Pentium® processors (up to 125W TDP) Intel® R680E chipset ▪ Four 288-pin dual-channel unbuffered DDR5 (up to 4400 MHz) SDRAM DIMM slots supporting up to 128 GB memory (ECC &...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 1.4 Dimensions The main dimensions of the IMBA-R680 are shown in the diagram below. Figure 1-3: IMBA-R680 Dimensions (mm) Page 19...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 1.5 Data Flow Figure 1-4 shows the data flow between the system chipset, the CPU and other components installed on the motherboard. Figure 1-4: Data Flow Diagram Page 20...
Only handle the edges of the PCB: Don't touch the surface of the motherboard. Hold the motherboard by the edges when handling. 2.2 Unpacking Precautions When the IMBA-R680 is unpacked, please do the following: ▪ Follow the anti-static guidelines above.
If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing, do not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or vendor the IMBA-R680 was purchased from or contact an IEI sales representative directly by sending an email to sales@ieiworld.com.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 2.4 Optional Items The following are optional components which may be separately purchased: Item and Part Number Image Dual-port USB cable with bracket, 300mm (P/N: CB-USB02A-RS) USB 3.0/3.2 cable with bracket, 450 mm (P/N: 19800-010500-200-RS) SATA power cable (P/N: 32102-000100-200-RS) RS-232 cable,230mm,P=2.54...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.1 Peripheral Interface Connectors This chapter details all the peripheral interface connectors. 3.1.1 IMBA-R680 Layout The figures below show all the peripheral interface connectors. Figure 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors Page 29...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2 Internal Peripheral Connectors The section describes all of the connectors on the IMBA-R680. 3.2.1 CPU 12V Power Connector CN Label: CPU12V1 CN Type: 8-pin Molex power connector, p=4.2mm CN Location: See Figure 3-2 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-3 This connector provides power to the CPU.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.2 ATX Power Connector CN Label: ATX1 CN Type: 24-pin connector, p=4.2 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-3 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-4 The ATX power connector connects to an ATX power supply. Figure 3-3: ATX Power Connector Location...
Dispose of used batteries according to instructions and local regulations. NOTE: It is recommended to attach the RTC battery onto the system chassis in which the IMBA-R680 is installed. CN Label: BAT2 CN Type: 2-pin header...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.4 Chassis Intrusion Connector CN Label: CHASSIS1 CN Type: 2-pin header, p=2.54 mm CN Location: Figure 3-5 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-6 The chassis intrusion connector is for a chassis intrusion detection sensor or switch that detects if a chassis component is removed or replaced.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.5 AT/ATX Power Mode Setting CN Label: J_ATX_AT1 CN Type: 3-pin switch CN Location: Figure 3-6 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-7 The AT/ATX power mode selection is made through the AT/ATX power mode switch. Figure 3-6: AT/ATX Power Mode Switch Locations...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.6 Digital I/O Connector CN Label: DIO1 CN Type: 14-pin header, p=2.0 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-7 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-8 The Digital I/O connector provides programmable input and output for external devices. Figure 3-7: Digital I/O Connector Location...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Step 3: Remove the metal clip on the Flash Descriptor Security Override jumper or return to its default setting. Step 4: Restart the system. The system will reboot 2 ~ 3 times to complete the ME firmware update.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.11 Fan Connectors (System) CN Label: SYS_FAN1, SYS_FAN2 CN Type: 4-pin wafer, p=2.54 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-12 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-13 Each fan connector attaches to a system cooling fan. The fan connector provides smart fan function.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.12 Audio Connector for iEi AC-KIT-888S kit CN Label: IAUDIO CN Type: 10-pin header, p=2.54 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-13 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-14 This connector connects to speakers, a microphone and an audio input.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.13 Front Panel Connector CN Label: F_PANEL1 CN Type: 14-pin header, p=2.54 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-14 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-15 The front panel connector connects to the indicator LEDs and buttons on the computer's front panel.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.14 I C Connector CN Label: J_I2C1 CN Type: 4-pin wafer, p=1.25 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-15 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-16 The I C connector is used to connect I C-bus devices to the mainboard.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.16 LAN Link LED connector CN Label: JLAN_LED1, JLAN_LED2 CN Type: 2-pin header, p=2.00 mm CN Location: Figure 3-17 CN Pinouts: Table 3-18 and Table 3-19 788H The LAN LED connectors are used to connect to the LAN LED indicators on the chassis to indicate users the link activities of the two LAN ports.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.23 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors CN Label: SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4 CN Type: 8-pin SATA connector CN Location: See Figure 3-24 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-21 The SATA drive connectors can be connected to SATA drives and support up to 6Gb/s data transfer rate.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.25 Flash SPI ROM Connector CN Label: JSPI1 CN Type: 6-pin header, p=1.25 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-26 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-23 The Flash SPI ROM connector is used to flash the SPI ROM. Figure 3-26: Flash SPI ROM Connector Location...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.26 Flash EC ROM Connector CN Label: JEC1 CN Type: 8-pin header, p=1.27 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-27 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-24 The Flash EC ROM connector is used to flash the EC ROM. Figure 3-27: Flash EC ROM Connector Location...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.27 Internal USB 2.0 Connectors CN Label: USB2_CN1, USB2_CN2 CN Type: 8-pin header, p=2.54 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-28 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-25 The Internal USB 2.0 connectors connect to USB 2.0 devices. Each pin header provides two USB 2.0 ports.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.2.28 Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector CN Label: USB3_2 CN Type: 20-pin box header, p=2.00 mm CN Location: See Figure 3-29 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-26 The Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector connects to USB 3.2 devices. This connector provides two USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gb/s) ports.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 3.3.3 External Dual USB 3.2 Gen 2 Connector CN Label: USB3_1 CN Type: USB 3.2 CN Location: See Figure 3-33 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-31 The USB3_1 connector supports dual USB 3.2 Gen 2(10Gb/s). Figure 3-33: USB 3.2 Connector...
This section outlines the installation of peripheral devices to the onboard connectors. 4.2.1 SATA Drive Connection The IMBA-R680 is shipped with two SATA drive cables. To connect the SATA drives to the connectors, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Locate the connectors.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Step 2: Insert the cable connector. Insert the cable connector into the on-board SATA drive connector until it clips into place. See Figure 4-1. Figure 4-1: SATA Drive Cable Connection Step 3: Connect the cable to the SATA disk. Connect the connector on the other end of the cable to the connector at the back of the SATA drive.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Figure 4-2: SATA Power Drive Connection The SATA power cable can be bought from IEI. See Optional Items in Section 2.4. Page 72...
This helps to prevent potential ESD damage. ▪ Turn all power to the IMBA-R680 off: When working with the IMBA-R680, make sure that it is disconnected from all power supplies and that no electricity is being fed into the system.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ▪ Remove any of the stickers on the PCB board. These stickers are required for warranty validation. ▪ Use the product before verifying all the cables and power connectors are properly connected. ▪ Allow screws to come in contact with the PCB circuit, connector pins, or its components.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Figure 4-3: Disengage the CPU Socket Load Lever Step 2: Open the socket and remove the protective cover. The black protective cover can be removed by pulling up on the tab labeled "Remove". See Figure 4-4. Figure 4-4: Remove Protective Cover...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Step 3: Inspect the CPU socket. Make sure there are no bent pins and make sure the socket contacts are free of foreign material. If any debris is found, remove it with compressed air. Step 4: Orientate the CPU properly. The contact array should be facing the CPU socket.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Figure 4-5: Insert The Socket LGA1700 CPU Step 8: Close the CPU socket. Close the load plate and pull the load lever back a little to have the load plate be able to secure to the knob. Engage the load lever by pushing it back to its original position (Figure 4-6).
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Figure 4-6: Close the Socket LGA1700 Step 9: Connect the 12 V power to the board. Connect the 12 V power from the power supply to the board. Step 0: 4.5 Socket LGA1700 Cooling Kit Installation WARNING: DO NOT attempt to install a push-pin cooling fan.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard WARNING: Do not wipe off (accidentally or otherwise) the pre-sprayed layer of thermal paste on the bottom of the heat sink. The thermal paste between the CPU and the heat sink is important for optimum heat dissipation.
Do not overtighten the screws. Step 5: Connect the fan cable. Connect the cooling kit fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the IMBA-R680. Carefully route the cable and avoid heat generating chips and fan blades.Step 0: 4.6 DIMM Installation...
4.7 M.2 Module Installation The IMBA-R680 provide two ways to install the M.2 expansion card. One is using screw, and the other is using the retainer. Please follow the steps below. Mode One: Using screw Step 1: Locate the M.2 module slot.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Figure 4-10: Securing the M.2 Module Mode Two: Using the Retainer Step 1: Press the retainer down as shown below. (See Figure 4-11) Figure 4-11: Press the Retainer Page 82...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Step 2: Line up the notch on the M.2 module with the notch on the slot. Slide the M.2 module into the socket at an angle of about 20º. (See Figure 4-9) Step 3: Align the notch on the end of the M.2 module with the clip of the retainer. (See Figure 4-12) Figure 4-12: Aligning the M.2 Module with the Retainer...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 4.8 Software Installation All the drivers for the IMBA-R680 are available on IEI Resource Download Center (https://download.ieiworld.com). Type IMBA-R680 and press Enter to find all the relevant software, utilities, and documentation. Figure 4-14: IEI Resource Download Center 4.9 Driver Download...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Step 3: Click the driver file name on the page and you will be prompted with the following window. You can download the entire ISO file ( ), or click the small arrow to find an individual driver and click the file name to download (...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.1 Introduction The BIOS is programmed onto the BIOS chip. The BIOS setup program allows changes to certain system settings. This chapter outlines the options that can be changed. NOTE: Some of the BIOS options may vary throughout the life cycle of the product and are subject to change without prior notice.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.1.2 Using Setup The BIOS Setup menu can be navigated by using a keyboard or a touchscreen. 5.1.2.1 Keyboard Navigation For keyboard navigation, use the navigation keys shown in Table 5-1. Function Up arrow Move to previous item...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.1.2.2 Touch Navigation For touchscreen navigation, use the on-screen navigation keys shown below. On-screen Button Function Previous Values Load the last value you set. Optimized Defaults Load the factory default values in order to achieve the best performance.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.1.3 Getting Help When F1 is pressed a small help window describing the appropriate keys to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item appears. To exit the Help Window, press the key. 5.1.4 Unable to Reboot after Configuration Changes If the computer cannot boot after changes to the system configuration is made, CMOS defaults.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.2 Main The Main BIOS menu (BIOS Menu 2) appears when the BIOS Setup program is entered. The Main menu gives an overview of the basic system information. BIOS Menu 1: Main (1/2) BIOS Menu 2: Main (2/2)
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ BIOS Information The BIOS Information lists a brief summary of the BIOS. The fields in BIOS Information cannot be changed. The items shown in the system overview include: ▪ BIOS Vendor: Installed BIOS vendor ▪ Core Version: Current BIOS version ▪...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ System Date [xx/xx/xx] Use the System Date option to set the system date. Manually enter the day, month and year. ➔ System Time [xx:xx:xx] Use the System Time option to set the system time. Manually enter the hours, minutes and seconds.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3 Advanced Use the Advanced menu (BIOS Menu 3 ) to configure the CPU and peripheral devices through the following sub-menus: WARNING! Setting the wrong values in the sections below may cause the system to malfunction. Make sure that the settings made are compatible with the hardware.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.1 CPU Configuration Use the CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 4) to view detailed CPU specifications or enable the Intel Virtualization Technology. BIOS Menu 4: CPU Configuration (1/3) Page 95...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menu 5: CPU Configuration (2/3) BIOS Menu 6: CPU Configuration (3/3) Page 96...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology [Enabled] Use the Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology option to enable or disable virtualization on the system. When combined with third party software, Intel® Virtualization technology allows several OSs to run on the same system at the same time.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ Hyper-Threading [Enabled] Use the Hyper-Threading option to enable or disable the Hyper-Threading Technology. ➔ Disabled Disables Hyper-Threading Technology ➔ Enabled EFAULT Enables Hyper-Threading Technology ➔ Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) [Enabled] Use the Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) option to enable or disable the Intel® SpeedStep Technology which allows more than two frequency ranges to be supported.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ Power Limit 1 Time Window [0] Use the Power Limit 1 Time Window option to select the PL1 time duration. The value may vary from 0 to 128. For 0 is the default value ➔ Power Limit 2 [0] Use the + or –...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.2 Trusted Computing Use the Trusted Computing menu (BIOS Menu 7) to configure settings related to the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) Trusted Platform Module (TPM). BIOS Menu 7: PCH-FW Configuration ➔ TPM Support [Enable] Use the TPM Support option to enable or disable BIOS support for security device.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ None TPM information is previous.S EFAULT ➔ TPM Clear TPM information is cleared 5.3.3 RTC Wake Settings The RTC Wake Settings menu (BIOS Menu 8) configures RTC wake event. BIOS Menu 8: RTC Wake Settings (1/2)
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menu 9: RTC Wake Settings (2/2) ➔ Wake system with Fixed Time [Enabled] Use the Wake system with Fixed Time option to enable or disable the system wake on alarm event. ➔ Disabled The real time clock (RTC) cannot generate a wake event ➔...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.4 F81966 Super IO Configuration Use the F81966 Super IO Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 10) to set or change the configurations for serial ports. BIOS Menu 10: F81966 Super IO Configuration Page 103...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.4.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration Use the Serial Port 1 Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 11) to configure the serial port n. BIOS Menu 11: Serial Port 1 Configuration Menu ➔ Serial Port [Enabled] Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ IO=3F8h; Serial Port I/O port address is 3F8h and the interrupt IRQ=4 address is IRQ4 ➔ Device Mode [RS232] Use the Device Mode option to change the serial port mode. ➔ RS232 The serial port mode is RS-232...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ Disabled Disable the serial port ➔ Enabled Enable the serial port EFAULT ➔ Device Settings The Device Settings option shows the serial port IO port address and interrupt address. ➔ IO=2F8h; Serial Port I/O port address is 2F8h and the interrupt...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.4.3 Serial Port 3 Configuration Use the Serial Port 3 Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 13) to configure the serial port 3. BIOS Menu 13: Serial Port 3 Configuration Menu ➔ Serial Port [Enabled] Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.4.4 Serial Port 4 Configuration Use the Serial Port 4 Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 14) to configure the serial port 4. BIOS Menu 14: Serial Port 4 Configuration Menu ➔ Serial Port [Enabled] Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.4.5 Serial Port 5 Configuration Use the Serial Port 5 Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 15) to configure the serial port 5. BIOS Menu 15: Serial Port 5 Configuration Menu ➔ Serial Port [Enabled] Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.4.6 Serial Port 6 Configuration Use the Serial Port 6 Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 16) to configure the serial port 6. BIOS Menu 16: Serial Port 6 Configuration Menu ➔ Serial Port [Enabled] Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.5 EC KB9068 H/W Monitor The EC KB9068 H/W Monitor menu (BIOS Menu 17) contains the smart fan mode configuration submenu and shows the state of H/W real-time operating temperature, fan speeds and system voltages. BIOS Menu 17: EC KB9068 H/W Monitor (1/2)
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menu 18: EC KB9068 H/W Monitor (2/2) ➔ PC Health Status The following system parameters and values are shown. The system parameters that are monitored are: ▪ System Temperatures: CPU Temperature System Temperature1 System Temperature2 ▪...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard +3.3VSB +VCCIN_AUX_CPU 5.3.5.1 Smart Fan Mode Configuration Use the Smart Fan Mode Configuration submenu (BIOS Menu 19) to configure the CPU/system fan start/off temperature and control mode. BIOS Menu 19: Smart Fan Mode Configuration ➔ CPU_FAN1 Smart Fan Control [Auto Mode] Use the CPU_FAN1 Smart Fan Control option to configure the CPU Smart Fan.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ CPU_FAN1 Start Temperature If the CPU temperature is between fan off and fan start, the fan speed change to fan start PWM. To set a value, Use the + or – key to change the value or enter a decimal number between 1 and 100.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ SYS_FAN1 Start PWM Use the SYS_Fan1 Start PWM option to set the PWM start value. Use the + or – key to change the value or enter a decimal number between 1 and 100. 5.3.6 Serial Port Console Redirection The Serial Port Console Redirection menu (BIOS Menu 20 &...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menu 21: Serial Port Console Redirection (2/2) ➔ Console Redirection [Disabled] Use Console Redirection option to enable or disable the console redirection function. ➔ Disabled Disabled the console redirection function EFAULT ➔ Enabled Enabled the console redirection function The Console Redirection Settings submenu will be available when the Console Redirection option is enabled.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menu 22: COM Console Redirection Settings ➔ Terminal Type [ANSI] Use the Terminal Type option to specify the remote terminal type. ➔ VT100 The target terminal type is VT100 ➔ VT100+ The target terminal type is VT100+ ➔...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ 57600 Sets the serial port transmission speed at 57600. ➔ 115200 Sets the serial port transmission speed at 115200. EFAULT ➔ Data Bits [8] Use the Data Bits option to specify the number of data bits.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.3.7 NVMe Configuration Use the NVMe Configuration (BIOS Menu 23) menu to display the NVMe controller and device information. BIOS Menu 23: NVMe Configuration Page 119...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.4 Chipset Use the Chipset menu (BIOS Menu 24) to access the PCH IO and System Agent (SA) configuration menus. WARNING! Setting the wrong values for the Chipset BIOS selections in the Chipset BIOS menu may cause the system to malfunction.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.4.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration Use the System Agent (SA) Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 25) to configure the System Agent (SA) parameters. BIOS Menu 25: System Agent (SA) Configuration ➔ VT-d [Enabled] Use the VT-d option to enable or disable the VT-d capability.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.4.1.1 Memory Configuration Use the Memory Configuration submenu (BIOS Menu 26) to view memory information. BIOS Menu 26: Memory Configuration Page 122...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.4.1.2 Graphics Configuration Use the Graphics Configuration (BIOS Menu 27) menu to configure the video device connected to the system. BIOS Menu 27: Graphics Configuration ➔ Primary Display [Auto] Use the Primary Display option to select the primary graphics controller the system uses.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard option should be set to Enabled and the above Primary Display option should be set to IGFX. ➔ Auto Auto mode ➔ Disabled Disables IGFX. ➔ Enabled Default Enables IGFX. ➔ DVMT Pre-Allocated [160M] Use the DVMT Pre-Allocated option to set the amount of system memory allocated to the integrated graphics processor when the system boots.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.4.1.4 PEG Port Configuration BIOS Menu 30: PEG Port Configuration ➔ Detect Non-Compliance Device [Disabled] Use the Detect Non-Compliance Device option to detect non-compliance PCIe device in PEG. ➔ Disabled Do not detect non-compliance PCIe device in PEG EFAULT ➔...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.4.2 PCH-IO Configuration Use the PCH-IO Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 31) to configure the PCH parameters. BIOS Menu 31: PCH-IO Configuration (1/2) Page 128...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menu 32: PCH-IO Configuration (2/2) ➔ Auto Power Button Function [Disabled (ATX)] Use the Auto Power Button Function BIOS option to show the power mode state. Use the J_ATX_AT1 to switch the AT/ATX power mode. ➔...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ Last State The system returns to its previous state. If it was on, it EFAULT turns itself on. If it was off, it remains off. ➔ Power Saving Function (EUP) [Disabled] Use the Power Saving Function (EUP) BIOS option to enable or disable the power saving function.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.4.2.1 PCI Express Configuration Use the PCI Express Configuration submenu (BIOS Menu 33) to configure the PCI Express slots. BIOS Menu 33: PCI Express Configuration 5.4.2.1.1 PCIe Root Port Setting Use the PCIE3X1, PCIE5X4, PCIE6X4, M2_M1, M2_M2, PCIE7X1 submenu (BIOS Menu 34) to configure the PCI Root Port Setting.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menu 34: PCIe Slot Configuration Submenu ➔ PCIe Speed [Auto] Use the PCIe Speed option to specify the PCI Express port speed. Configuration options are listed below. ➔ Auto Auto mode. EFAULT ➔ Gen1 Configure PCIe Speed to Gen1.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.4.2.2 SATA Configuration Use the SATA Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 35) to change and/or set the configuration of the SATA devices installed in the system. BIOS Menu 35: SATA Configuration ➔ SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Use the SATA Mode Selection option to determine how the SATA devices operate.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.4.2.3 HD Audio Configuration Use the HD Audio Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 36) to configure the PCH Azalia settings. BIOS Menu 36: HD Audio Configuration ➔ HD Audio [Enabled] Use the HD Audio option to enable or disable the High Definition Audio controller.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.5 Security Use the Security menu (BIOS Menu 38) to set system and user passwords. BIOS Menu 37: Security (1/2) Page 135...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard BIOS Menu 38: Security (2/2) ➔ Administrator Password Use the Administrator Password to set or change an administrator password. ➔ User Password Use the User Password to set or change a user password. Page 136...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.6 Boot Use the Boot menu (BIOS Menu 39) to configure system boot options. BIOS Menu 39: Boot 5.6.1 Boot Configuration ➔ Quiet Boot [Enabled] Use the Quiet Boot BIOS option to select the screen display when the system boots.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ Disabled Ignore all PXE Option ROMs EFAULT ➔ Enabled Load PXE Option ROMs. ➔ Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] Use the Option ROM Messages option to set the Option ROM display mode. ➔ Force Sets display mode to force BIOS.
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard 5.7 Save & Exit Use the Save & Exit menu (BIOS Menu 40) to load default BIOS values, optimal failsafe values and to save configuration changes. BIOS Menu 40: Save & Exit ➔ Save Changes and Reset Use the Save Changes and Reset option to save the changes made to the BIOS options and reset the system.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ Save as User Defaults Use the Save as User Defaults option to save the changes done so far as user defaults. ➔ Restore User Defaults Use the Restore User Defaults option to restore the user defaults to all the setup options.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This equipment has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking. If the user modifies and/or installs other devices in the equipment, the CE conformity declaration may no longer apply. FCC WARNING This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Only certified engineers should replace the on-board battery. Dispose of used batteries according to instructions and local regulations. ▪ Outside the European Union–If you wish to dispose of used electrical and electronic products outside the European Union, please contact your local authority so as to comply with the correct disposal method.
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard Below is a list of BIOS configuration options in the BIOS chapter. ➔ BIOS Information .........................92 ➔ Processor Information ......................92 ➔ PCH Information ........................92 ➔ System Date [xx/xx/xx] ......................93 ➔ System Time [xx:xx:xx] .......................93 ➔ Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology [Enabled] ..............97 ➔...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ CPU_FAN1 Smart Fan Control [Auto Mode] ..............113 ➔ CPU_FAN1 Start Temperature ..................114 ➔ CPU_FAN1 Off Temperature .....................114 ➔ CPU_FAN1 Start PWM .......................114 ➔ SYS_FAN1 Smart Fan Control [Auto Mode] ..............114 ➔ SYS_FAN1 Start Temperature ..................114 ➔...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard ➔ Boot Option #1 ........................138 ➔ Boot Option #2 ........................138 ➔ Save Changes and Reset ....................139 ➔ Discard Changes and Reset .....................139 ➔ Restore Defaults ........................139 ➔ Save as User Defaults .......................140 ➔ Restore User Defaults .......................140...
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IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard NOTE: The following discussion applies to DOS environment. Contact IEI support or visit the IEI website for specific drivers for other operating systems. The Watchdog Timer is provided to ensure that standalone systems can always recover from catastrophic conditions that cause the CPU to crash. This condition may have occurred by external EMIs or a software bug.
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IMBA-R680 ATX 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 ;...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard E.1 PEI Beep Codes Number of Beeps Description Memory not Installed Memory was installed twice (InstallPeiMemory routine in PEI Core called twice) Recovery started DXEIPL was not found DXE Core Firmware Volume was not found Recovery failed...
IMBA-R680 ATX Motherboard F.1 RoHS II Directive (2015/863/EU) The details provided in this appendix are to ensure that the product is compliant with the RoHS II Directive (2015/863/EU). The table below acknowledges the presences of small quantities of certain substances in the product, and is applicable to RoHS II Directive (2015/863/EU).