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  • Page 1 Manual ASUS IoT C7136ES-IM-AA C5134ES-IM-AA C3131ES-IM-AA 3.5” SBC, Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 Processor , DDR5 SO DIMM, DP, HDMI, LVDS, Dual LAN, Multiple COM, 9-36V DC The information contained in this document has been carefully researched and is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate.
  • Page 2 C7136ES-IM-AA C5134ES-IM-AA C3131ES-IM-AA User Manual...
  • Page 3 E24169 Revised Edition V4 July 2024 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Package contents ......................7 Chapter 1: Specifications Summary Chapter 2: Product Introduction 2.1 Before you proceed ....................14 2.2 Motherboard layout ....................15 2.3 System memory .......................17 2.4 Onboard jumpers ....................18 2.5 Internal connectors ....................21 2.6 I/O connectors ......................38 Chapter 3: Upgrading your Single Board Computer 3.1 Installing memory modules ................41 3.2 Installing a 2.5”...
  • Page 5 4.4.7 AMT Configuration (on selected models) ............67 4.4.8 Super IO Configuration ....................69 4.4.9 Serial Console Redirection ..................70 4.4.10 SATA configuration ...................... 73 4.4.11 VMD setup menu ......................75 4.4.12 Network Stack Configuration .................. 76 4.4.13 USB Configuration ....................... 77 4.4.14 NVMe Configuration ....................
  • Page 6 About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Single Board Computer, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Specifications Summary This chapter details the hardware and software features of your Single Board Computer. Chapter 2: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard.
  • Page 7 Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks.

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Package contents Your Single Board Computer package contains the following items: Single Board Computer SATA and power cable NOTE: • Some bundled accessories may vary depending on the model. For details on these accessories, refer to their respective user manuals. •...
  • Page 9 Single Board Computer...

  • Page 10: Chapter 1: Specifications Summary

    Specifications Summary...
  • Page 11 Specifications Summary Processor Base Product Name Chipset Intel® Core™ SoC Frequency Cache C7136ES-IM-AA i7-1365UE 1.7 GHz Quad-core C5134ES-IM-AA i5-1345UE 1.4 GHz Quad-core Integrated C3131ES-IM-AA i3-1315UE 1.2 GHz Quad-core Form factor 3.5”, 146 x 105 mm 2x SO-DIMM, DIMM max. 64GB, DDR5 4800 MHz, non-ECC, Memory un-buffered memory Storage...
  • Page 12 1 x DisplayPort 2 x HDMI port Rear I/O 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports 2 x RJ-45 LAN ports 4 x Serial ports (2 x RS-232/422/485, 1 x RS-232, 1 x RS232) 1 x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports) 1 x 4-pin Chassis fan connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector...
  • Page 13 Single Board Computer...

  • Page 14: Chapter 2: Product Introduction

    Product Introduction...

  • Page 15: Before You Proceed

    Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. NOTE: The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models. IMPORTANT! Components shown in this section may require additional purchase.

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard layout Jumpers Page Clear RTC RAM jumper Display Panel VCC Power Selection jumper COM4 Ring/+5V/+12V Selection jumper AT/ATX Mode Configuration jumper Single Board Computer...
  • Page 17 Connectors/slots Page M.2 (E-key) Wi-Fi slot Mini PCIe slot Battery connector LVDS EDP Signal connector M.2 (M-key) slot Panel Backlight Power connector Serial Port (COM) connector I2C connector SMBus connector Chassis Intrusion connector DIMM slot Nano SIM Card slot Chassis Fan connector GPIO connector USB 2.0 connector DC-in 4-Pin Power connector...

  • Page 18: System Memory

    System memory The motherboard comes with two (2) Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (SODIMM) slots designed for DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules. WARNING! Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

  • Page 19: Onboard Jumpers

    Onboard jumpers Clear RTC RAM jumper The Clear RTC RAM jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters. CLRTC PIN 1 To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
  • Page 20 Display Panel VCC Power Selection jumper The Display Panel VCC Power jumper allows you to select the voltage for the LVDS panel. COM4 Ring/+5V/+12V Selection jumper The COM4 Ring/+5V/+12V Selection jumper allows you to select the voltage for the COM4 port. Single Board Computer...
  • Page 21 AT/ATX Mode Configuration jumper The AT/ATX Mode Configuration jumper allows you to switch between AT or ATX modes. The default setting for this jumper is set to ATX mode with a jumper cap attached, to switch to AT mode, remove the jumper cap.

  • Page 22: Internal Connectors

    Internal connectors LVDS EDP Signal connector The LVDS EDP Signal connector allows you to connect an internal embedded DisplayPort. NOTE: • When using an LVDS panel, connect pin 3 from this connector to a GND pin on the LVDS panel. •...

  • Page 23: Sata Connector

    SATA 6Gb/s & SATA Power connector The SATA 6Gb/s and SATA Power connectors allow you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable and power cable. Connector type Wafer HD 4P, 2.0mm pitch NOTE: Ensure to use the bundled cable when connecting a storage device to this connector.

  • Page 24: Mini Pcie Slot

    Mini PCIe slot The Mini PCIe slot allows you to install a Mini PCIe peripheral device. NOTE: • The Mini PCIe peripheral device is purchased separately. • We recommend using a PH1 screwdriver with a torque of 2.0±0.2 kgf-cm when tightening the screw. Single Board Computer...

  • Page 25: M-Key) Slot

    M.2 (M-key) slot The M.2 slot allows you to install 2242/2280 M.2 devices, such as 2242/2280 M.2 SSD modules. NOTE: • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • We recommend using a PH1/sleeve screwdriver with a torque of 2.0±0.2 kgf-cm when tightening the screw/standoff. •...

  • Page 26: E-Key) Wi-Fi Slot

    M.2 (E-key) Wi-Fi slot The M.2 Wi-Fi slot allows you to install an M.2 Wi-Fi module (E-key, type 2230). NOTE: • The M.2 Wi-Fi module is purchased separately. • We recommend using a PH1 screwdriver with a torque of 2.0±0.2 kgf-cm when tightening the screw. Single Board Computer...

  • Page 27: Nano Sim Card Slot

    Nano SIM Card slot The Nano SIM Card slot allows you to install a Nano SIM card. NOTE: The Nano SIM card is purchased separately. Power Button connector The Power Button connector allows you to connect an external power button. Single Board Computer...

  • Page 28: Battery Connector

    Chassis Intrusion connector The Chassis Intrusion connector allows you to connect an intrusion sensor or microswitch for the chassis intrusion detection feature. When you remove any chassis component, the sensor or microswitch triggers and sends a high level signal and records a chassis intrusion event. NOTE: By default, a jumper cap that disables the intrusion detection feature is installed on the connector to prevent accidental triggers.

  • Page 29: Smbus Connector

    10. SMBus connector The System Management Bus (SMBus) connector allows you to connect SMBus devices. This connector is generally used for communication with system and power management-related tasks. Connector type Header 1x4p, 2.0mm pitch 11. GPIO connector The GPIO connector allows you to connect a general purpose input/ output module to customize digital signal input/output.

  • Page 30: I2C Connector

    12. I2C connector The I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) connector allows you to connect an I2C-compatible IoT security module. Connector type Header 2x3p, K6, 2.0mm pitch 13. SPI TPM connector The SPI TPM connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data.

  • Page 31: Serial Port (Com) Connector

    14. Serial Port connector The Serial (COM) Port connector allows you to connect a serial port module. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening on the system chassis. Connector type BOX header 2x5p, K10, 2.0mm pitch NOTE: •...

  • Page 32: Usb 2.0 Connector

    15. USB 2.0 connector The USB 2.0 connector allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 MB/s connection speed. Connector type BOX header 2x5p, K9, 2.0mm pitch WARNING! DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.

  • Page 33: Panel Backlight Power Connector

    16. Panel Backlight Power connector The Panel Backlight Power connector is for the panel back light module power input. Connector type WAFER 5P 2.0mm pitch NATURAL S/T Single Board Computer...

  • Page 34: Dc-In 4-Pin Power Connector

    17. DC-in 4-Pin Power connector The DC-in 4-pin Power connector is for DC power input. Using a compatible power cable and power board, you may connect a suitable power supply with DC -in jacks. Connector type POWER CON 4P R/A Single Board Computer...

  • Page 35: Chassis Fan Connector

    18. Chassis Fan connector The Chassis Fan connector allows you to connect a fan to cool the system. Connector type WtoB CON 4P, 1.25mm, R/A WARNING! • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cable to the fan connector. Insufficient airflow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
  • Page 36 19. Line Out / Mic connector The Line Out / Mic connector is for a line out /microphone module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the line Out / mic module cable to this connector. Connector type BOX header 2x5p, K8, 2.0mm pitch NOTE: We recommend that you connect a high-definition line out / mic module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high- definition audio capability.

  • Page 37: Internal Speaker Connector

    20. Internal Speaker connector The 4-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. Connector type WtoB CON 4P, 1.25mm, S/T Single Board Computer...

  • Page 38: Front Panel Connector

    21. Front Panel connector The Front Panel connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connector type BOX header 2x5p 2.0mm pitch • System Power LED connector (PLED) The 2-pin connector allow you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED lights up when the system is connected to a power source, or when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

  • Page 39: I/O Connectors

    I/O connectors Front panel Front panel connectors HDMI port DisplayPort USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports LAN (RJ-45) ports Single Board Computer...

  • Page 40: Chapter 3: Upgrading Your Single Board Computer

    Upgrading your Single Board Computer...
  • Page 41 IMPORTANT! • Make sure that your hands are dry before proceeding with the rest of the installation process. Before installing any of the features in this guide, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or metal object to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

  • Page 42: Installing Memory Modules

    Installing memory modules Your motherboard comes with two (2) SO-DIMM memory slots that allow you to install DDR5 SO-DIMMs. WARNING! Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

  • Page 43: Installing A 2.5" Storage Device

    Installing a 2.5” storage device Connect the storage device cable to the storage device. Connect the storage device cable to the SATA6G and SATA_PWR connectors on the motherboard. Single Board Computer...

  • Page 44: Installing An Mpcie Card

    Installing an mPCIe card Your motherboard comes with an mPCIe slot that allows you to install an mPCIe peripheral card. Align and insert the mPCIe card into the slot (A), press it down, and secure it in place using a screw. NOTE: We recommend using a PH1 screwdriver with a torque of 2.0±0.2 kgf-cm when tightening the screw.

  • Page 45: Installing A Nano Sim Card

    Installing a nano SIM card (Optional) Remove the mPCIe card if there is one installed by removing the screw securing the mPCIe card first, then removing the mPCIe card. Push the nano SIM cover in the direction away from the DIMM slots. Lift the nano SIM cover.

  • Page 46: Installing A Wireless Card

    Installing a wireless card Remove the M.2 screw. Align and insert the wireless card into its slot on the motherboard. Gently push down the wireless card on top of the screw hole, and then fasten it using the previously removed screw. NOTE: We recommend using a PH1 screwdriver with a torque of 2.0±0.2 kgf-cm when tightening the screw.

  • Page 47: Installing An M.2 Ssd

    Installing an M.2 SSD (Optional) Replace the standoff if it has been removed, or move and install it based on the length of your M.2 SSD. NOTE: We recommend using a PH1/sleeve screwdriver with a torque of 2.0±0.2 kgf-cm when tightening the standoff. Align and insert the M.2 SSD into its slot inside the Single Board Computer.

  • Page 48: Installing A Heatsink

    Installing a heatsink Place the heatsink with its fins faced down on a flat surface. Place the motherboard over the heatsink so that the five (5) screw holes on the motherboard are aligned to the five (5) standoffs on the heatsink as shown below.
  • Page 49 (Optional) Attach the heatsink and motherboard assembly to your chassis using the M3 mounting holes along the four sides of the heatsink together with the bundled M3 screws. NOTE: A total of twelve (12) mounting holes are provided for more flexibility in attaching the assembly to your chassis.

  • Page 50: Installing A Heat Spreader

    Installing a heat spreader Place the heat spreader with its copper pad and thermal interface material facing up on a flat surface. Remove the plastic protective film from the copper pad and thermal interface material on the heat spreader, if there is one. Orient the motherboard so that the CPU and chipset on its backside are in direct contact with the copper pad on the heat spreader, and the five (5) screw holes on the motherboard are aligned to the five (5) standoffs...
  • Page 51 Secure the motherboard to the heat spreader using the five (5) M2.5 spring screws bundled with the heat spreader in the sequence shown below. M2.5 spring screw M2.5 Spring Screw Dimensions 6.0±0.10 0.8±0.10 M2.5*0.45 2.38-2.48) 2.7±0.05 6.9±0.10 2.90±0.05 0.45±0.03 4.8±0.2 6.0±0.10 Single Board Computer...
  • Page 52 Mount the motherboard and heat spreader assembly to the chassis using four (4) M2.5 screws to the four (4) chassis mounting screw holes on the heat spreader. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the chassis mounting screw holes. Chassis mounting screw hole Single Board Computer...
  • Page 53 Single Board Computer...

  • Page 54: Chapter 4: Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup...

  • Page 55: Getting To Know Your Bios

    Getting to know your BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as Storage Device Configuration, Advanced Power Management, and Boot Device Configuration that are needed for system startup. Under normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance.

  • Page 56: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: •...
  • Page 57 BIOS menu screen This section provides a brief introduction of the BIOS Interface of your Single Board Computer. Menu items Menu bar General help Configuration fields Navigation keys Single Board Computer...
  • Page 58 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing advanced system settings For viewing system temperature/power status and changing the Hardware Monitor fan mode Security For changing security settings Boot...

  • Page 59: Main Menu

    Main Menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date and time. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items.

  • Page 60: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. WARNING! Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. LFP Active This item allows you to enable or disable SOC LFP.

  • Page 61: Lvds Configuration

    4.4.1 LVDS Configuration Nxp configuration LVDS Active Allows you to enable or disable LVDS. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] NOTE: The following item appears when you set LVDS Active to [Enabled]. LFP Panel Type Allows you to select LFP panel used by Internal Graphics Device. Configuration options: [VBIOS Default] [640x480] [800x600] [1024x768] [1280x1024] [1400x1050 LVDS1] [1400x1050 LVDS2] [1600x1200] [1366x768] [1680x1050] [1920x1200] [1440x900] [1600x900] [1024x768] [1280x800]...

  • Page 62: Pch-Fw Configuration

    4.4.2 PCH-FW Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Management Engine Technology Parameters. TPM Device Selection This item allows you to select the TPM device. [dTPM] Discrete TPM [PTT] Intel Platform Trust Technology firmware TPM NOTE: When [dTPM] is selected, PTT (firmware TPM) will be disabled, •...

  • Page 63: Trusted Computing

    4.4.3 Trusted Computing NOTE: Changes here do not take effect until computer is restarted. Security Device Support Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS support for security device. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] Single Board Computer...

  • Page 64: Cpu Configuration

    4.4.4 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology When set to [Enabled], a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hyper-Threading This item is enabled for Windows XP and Linux (OS optimized for Hyper-...
  • Page 65 VT-d This item allows you to enable or disable VT-d capability. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU - Power Management Control Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology This item allows you to enable or disable Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology support.

  • Page 66: Graphics Configuration

    4.4.5 Graphics Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure settings related to graphics. RC6(Render Standby) Allows you to enable or disable render standby support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Single Board Computer...

  • Page 67: Watchdog Timer

    4.4.6 Watchdog Timer The items in this menu allow you to configure settings related to Watchdog Timer. Watchdog Support Allows you to enable or disable Watchdog Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: The following items appear only when Watchdog Support is set to [Enabled].

  • Page 68: Amt Configuration (On Selected Models)

    4.4.7 AMT Configuration (on selected models) The items in this menu allow you to configure Intel(R) Active Management Technology parameters. NOTE: This menu will only show when your Single Board Computer supports Intel® vPro AMT. C3131ES-IM-AA does not support Intel® vPro AMT.
  • Page 69 End Of Post Message This item allows you to enable or disable End of Post message sent to ME. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Send in DXE] Secure Erase Configuration Secure Erase mode This item allows you to change Secure Erase module behavior. Configuration options: [Simulated] [Real] Force Secure Erase This item allows you to enable or disable a forced Secure Erase on next...

  • Page 70: Super Io Configuration

    4.4.8 Super IO Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure system super IO chip parameters. NCT6126D Super IO Configuration Serial Port 1-2 Configuration Allows you to set the parameters of Serial Port 1-2. Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable Serial Port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: The following items appear only when Serial Port is set to [Enabled].

  • Page 71: Serial Console Redirection

    4.4.9 Serial Console Redirection The items in this menu allow you to configure serial console redirection parameters. COM1-4 Console Redirection Allows you to enable or disable the console redirection feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: The following item appears only when Console Redirection is set to [Enabled].
  • Page 72 Terminal Type Allows you to set the terminal type. [VT100] ASCII char set. [VT100Plus] Extends VT100 to support color, function keys, etc. [VT-UTF8] Uses UTF8 encoding to map Unicode chars onto 1 or more bytes. [ANSI] Extended ASCII char set. Bits per second Selects serial port transmission speed.
  • Page 73 Flow Control Flow control can prevent data loss from buffer overflow. When sending data, if the receiving buffers are full, a “stop” signal can be sent to stop the data flow. Once the buffers are empty, a “start” signal can be sent to re-start the flow.

  • Page 74: Sata Configuration

    4.4.10 SATA configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure SATA device options. While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show [Empty] if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port.
  • Page 75 SATA Mode Selection Allows you to set the SATA mode. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of...

  • Page 76: Vmd Setup Menu

    4.4.11 VMD setup menu The items in this menu allow you to configure VMD options. Enable VMD controller Allows you to enable or disable the VMD controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: The following item appears only when Enable VMD controller is set to [Enabled].

  • Page 77: Network Stack Configuration

    4.4.12 Network Stack Configuration Allows you to configure network stack settings. Network Stack Allows you to enable or disable UEFI Network Stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: The following items appear only when Network Stack is set to [Enabled]. IPv4 PXE Support Enables or disables the IPv4 PXE Boot Support.

  • Page 78: Usb Configuration

    4.4.13 USB Configuration NOTE: The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. XHCI Hand-off NOTE: This item is set to [Disabled] by default for the EHCI (enhanced host controller interface) support by XHCI drivers in operating systems. [Enabled] Support XHCI by BIOS for operating systems without XHCI support.

  • Page 79: Nvme Configuration

    USB32G2_1-4 Allows you to enable or disable each USB port. When set to [Disabled], any USB devices plugged into the connector will not be detected by the BIOS or OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB2_5-6 Allows you to enable or disable each USB port. When set to [Disabled], any USB devices plugged into the connector will not be detected by the BIOS or OS.

  • Page 80: Onboard Devices Configuration

    4.4.15 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Support Allows you to enable or disable HD-Audio support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] LAN_1G I219LM Allows you to enable or disable 1G LAN. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN_2.5G I225V Allows you to enable or disable 2.5G LAN. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MPCIE PCIE Port...
  • Page 81 M.2(WIFI)_E M.2(WIFI)_E Allows you to select the interface for the M.2 E-key slot. Configuration options: [CNVI] [PCIE] USB Port Allows you to enable or disable the physical USB port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] M.2_M Key PCIE Allows you to control the PCI Express root port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] I2C Controller Allows you to enable or disable I2C controller support.

  • Page 82: Apm Configuration

    4.4.16 APM Configuration Allows you to configure the Advance Power Management (APM) settings. ErP Ready Allows the BIOS to switch off some power at S4/S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] NOTE: When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off.

  • Page 83: Ez-Flash

    Power On By RTC Allows you to disable the real-time clock (RTC) or enable it to schedule a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Single event] [Daily event] [Weekly event] [Monthly event] 4.4.17 EZ-Flash Enter Ez-Flash mode This item allows you to enter Ez-Flash mode to run the ASUS Ez-Flash BIOS ROM utility.

  • Page 84: Hardware Monitor Menu

    Hardware Monitor menu The Hardware Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan mode. Smart Fan Mode Allows you to select a smart fan mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Normal] [Manual Mode] Single Board Computer...

  • Page 85: Security Menu

    Security menu This menu allows a new password to be created or a current password to be changed. The menu also enables or disables the Secure Boot state and lets the user configure the System Mode state. Administrator Password To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.
  • Page 86 From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>. Confirm the password when prompted. NOTE: To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. User Password To set a user password: Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.
  • Page 87 Secure Boot Secure Boot can be enabled if the system is running in User mode with enrolled platform Key (EPK) or if the CSM function is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Boot Mode In Custom Mode, the secure boot policy variables can be configured by a physically present user without full authentication.
  • Page 88 To change the password for your HDD: Select the HDD Security Configuration item and press <Enter>. Select the Set User Password item and press <Enter>. From the Enter Current Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.

  • Page 89: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Configuration CHASSIS INTRUDE Allows you to enable or disable the chassis intrusion detection function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Setup Prompt Timeout Allows you to set the number of seconds that the firmware waits before initiating the original default boot selection.
  • Page 90 Post Time Delay Allows you to specify the desired additional POST waiting time before entering BIOS setup. (Delay time = input value x 500 ms). Configuration options: [0] - [12] Bootup NumLock State Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Quiet Boot Allows you to enable or disable the Quiet Boot option.

  • Page 91: Exit Menu

    Exit menu The Save & Exit menu items allow you to save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. NOTE: Pressing <ESC> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit. Save Changes and Exit Exit system setup after saving changes.
  • Page 92 Exit system setup after saving changes. Discard Changes and Reset Reset the system without saving any changes. Save Option Save Changes Save changes done so far to any of the setup options. Discard Changes Discard changes done so far to any of the setup options. Restore Defaults Restore/load default values for all the setup options.

  • Page 93: Mebx Menu (On Selected Models)

    MEBx menu (on selected models) The MEBx menu allows you to configure Intel(R) Management Engine (ME) features. NOTE: This menu will only show when your Single Board Computer supports Intel® vPro AMT. C3131ES-IM-AA does not support Intel® vPro AMT. Intel(R) ME Password Allows you to login to access the Intel(R) MEBx configuration settings.

  • Page 94: Updating Your Bios

    4.10 Updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup: ASUS CrashFree BIOS To recover the BIOS using a bootable USB flash disk drive when the BIOS file fails or is corrupt. ASUS EzFlash Updates the BIOS using a USB flash disk.

  • Page 95: Asus Ezflash Utility

    Recovering the BIOS from a USB flash drive To recover the BIOS from a USB flash drive: Insert the USB flash drive with the original or updated BIOS file to one of the USB ports on the system. The utility will automatically recover the BIOS. It resets the system when the BIOS recovery finished.
  • Page 96 To update the BIOS using EzFlash Utility: Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to a USB port. Enter the BIOS setup program. Go to the Advanced menu > EZ-Flash > Enter Ez-Flash mode. Select Yes and then OK to auto reboot and enter EZ-Flash mode.
  • Page 97 WARNING! • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! IMPORTANT! Make sure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.

  • Page 98: Appendix

    Appendix...

  • Page 99: Safety Information

    Safety information Your Single Board Computer is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the following safety instructions. Setting up your system •...

  • Page 100: Care During Use

    Care during use • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. • Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system. • When the system is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows.
  • Page 101 Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. NO DISASSEMBLY The warranty does not apply to the products that have been disassembled by users DO NOT throw the Single Board Computer in municipal waste.

  • Page 102: Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 103 FCC RF Exposure Information This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. The exposure standard employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR.
  • Page 104 ISED Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with ISED RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
  • Page 105 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 Regional notice for Singapore Complies with This ASUS product complies with IMDA Standards. IMDA Standards DB103778 Regional notice for Malaysia CIDF15000026...
  • Page 106 Declaration of compliance for product environmental regulation ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.
  • Page 107 Türkiye RoHS AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 108 ENERGY STAR® Qualified Product ENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR® logo comply with the ENERGY STAR®...

  • Page 109: Service And Support

    Service and Support Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support. Single Board Computer...
  • Page 110 Our company network supports you worldwide with offices in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the UK and the USA. For more information please contact: Headquarters Germany FORTEC Elektronik AG Augsburger Str. 2b 82110 Germering Phone: +49 89 894450-0 E-Mail: info@fortecag.de Internet: www.fortecag.de Fortec Group Members Austria FORTEC Integrated GmbH Office Vienna...

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