1.7.2 CPU and System fan connectors (CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1) ..............28 1.7.3 System Panel (JFP1) ..........................28 1.7.4 ATX power connectors (ATX1) ......................29 1.7.5 Serial Port connectors (COM1~6) ......................30 1.7.6 USB connectors (USB56/78) ......................... 30 2 MX97N User’s Manual...
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. MX97N User’s Manual 5...
This device complies with the requirements in Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ⚫ This device may not cause harmful interference. ⚫ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 6 MX97N User’s Manual...
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. MX97N User’s Manual 7...
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D> Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets Example: At the UEFI shell, type: AfuEfix64.efi [filename] /P /B AfuEfix64.efi 72011100.ROM /P /B 8 MX97N User’s Manual...
MX97N User’s Manual Packing List Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following materials have been shipped: 1 x mini-ITX MX97N Main board ⚫ 2 x I/O Shield (Full size and half size) ⚫ If any of the above items is damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.
MX97N User’s Manual Revision History Revision Revision History Date V 1.1 First release version January, 2025 10 MX97N User’s Manual...
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MX97N User’s Manual This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product Introduction MX97N User’s Manual 11...
4 x RS-232 Headers with Voltage Selection (2.0mm Pitch) 2 x RS-232/422/485 Headers with Voltage Selection (2.0mm Pitch) x USB 2.0 Header (4 Ports on Header) Internal I/O 1 x LVDS Header 1 x eDP Header (Optional) 1 x Backlight Locking Type Header 12 MX97N User’s Manual...
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1 x 4 Pin Mini-Fit Jr DC-In Header Mechanical & Environmental Operating Temperature 0~60°C (32~140°F) with 0.7 m/s air flow Operating Humidity 5%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing Size (L x W) 6.7" (L) x 6.7" (W) (170mm x 170mm) MX97N User’s Manual 13...
The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.2.2 Screw Holes Place four 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. MX97N User’s Manual 15...
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MX97N User’s Manual Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. 16 MX97N User’s Manual...
1 x SODIMM socket PCIEX1_2 PCIe x1 M2M1 M.2 key M slot PCIEx2 interface M2B1 M.2 key B slot SATA III & USB 3.2 M2E1 M.2 key E slot PCIe x 1 + USB 2.0 Jumpers MX97N User’s Manual 17...
1.3.1 CPU Heatsink and Fan The motherboard comes with CPU heatsink already installed. CPU fan is optional. 1.4 System Memory 1.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with one 262-pin Double Data Rate 5 (DDR5) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. MX97N User’s Manual 19...
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 DIMM module in with extra force as the DIMM module only fits in 20 MX97N User’s Manual...
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Replace the system cover. MX97N User’s Manual 21...
1.5.3 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports 1 PCI Express x1 slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications. Slot1: Gen 3 PCIe x1 Slot1 1.5.4 M.2 connector Support PCIe, SATA and USB interface of this connector. Top side: 22 MX97N User’s Manual...
6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! MX97N User’s Manual 23...
MX97N User’s Manual 1.6.2 AT/ATX Power Mode Select (JPSON1) This jumper allows you to select ATX Mode or AT mode 1.6.3 COM POWER SETTING (JCOMPWR1~6) This jumper allows you to select COM1~6 to support Ring/+12V/+5V 24 MX97N User’s Manual...
1.6.4 LVDS backlight voltage selection (JBKLVOL) This jumper allows you to select 3V or 5V for LVDS backlight 1.6.5 LVDS brightness control mode selection (JLVDS_BKL1) This jumper allows you to select control mode for LVDS backlight MX97N User’s Manual 25...
These two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are Type A Connectors available for connecting USB 3.2 devices. (TypeA) AUDIO Line-out port This port connects a headphone or a speaker. (Lime) AUDIO Microphone This port connects a microphone. port (Pink) MX97N User’s Manual 27...
These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. 1.7.3 System Panel (JFP1) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel. The functions are as following. ⚫ ATX Power Button/Soft-off Button (Pin 6-8) 28 MX97N User’s Manual...
Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. MX97N User’s Manual 29...
This connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the optional USB module cable to any of this connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. 30 MX97N User’s Manual...
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module is purchased separately. 1.7.7 8 bit GPIO header (JGPIO1) This connector provides a 8 bits input or output for general purpose. MX97N User’s Manual 31...
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC ‘97 (optional) audio standard. 1.7.9 Amplifier Connector (AMP1) This connector allow user to connect an external audio amplifier. 32 MX97N User’s Manual...
This connector allow user to connect a sensor in system case. Once the chassis is opened, system will alert user or administrator. 1.7.13 LVDS panel connector (LVDS1) This connector allow user to connect an external LVDS panel. User must use suitable cable which matches this connector. 34 MX97N User’s Manual...
BIOS Setup Chapter 2 - BIOS Setup 2.1 BIOS Setup Program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, 36 MX97N User’s Manual...
Visit the system builder’s website to download the latest BIOS file ⚫ for this motherboard 2.1.1 Legend Box The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus Key(s) Function Description →← Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item MX97N User’s Manual 37...
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. 38 MX97N 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>. 40 MX97N User’s Manual...
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. MX97N User’s Manual 41...
Display CPU information and related setting ⚫ Intel(VMX)Virtualization[Enabled] When enabled, a VMX can utilize the additional hardware compatibilities provided by Vandorpool Technology Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable] ⚫ Active Efficient-cores Number of E-core to enable in each processor package 42 MX97N User’s Manual...
When enabled, CPU will switch to minimum speed when all cores enter C state Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable] ⚫ Package C state limit [C3] Maximum package C state limit setting. CPU default : Leaves to factory default value Configuration options: [C0/C1] [C2] [C3]…[Auto] MX97N User’s Manual 43...
ME State [Enabled] When disabled ME will be put into ME temporarily disabled mode Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable] ⚫ ME unlock control [Lock] When Set unlock, system will shut down for active function Configuration options: [Lock] [Unlock] 44 MX97N User’s Manual...
This is turn off some power management in PCH IO Fabrics. This option provides the most aggressive IO fabric performance setting. S3 state is not supported Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ GT CLOS [Disabled] Enable or disable Graphics Technology(GT) class of service. Enable will reduce Gfx LLC MX97N User’s Manual 45...
Intel® TCC Authentication determines the key to be used. OED enrolled key is built in by OEM. Non-OEM Enrolled key can be by user. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Non-OEM Enrolled Key][OEM Enrolled Key] 2.4.5 Trusted Computing Trusted Computing settings 46 MX97N User’s Manual...
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Enable or Disable SHA384 PCR Bank Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable] ⚫ SM3_256 PCR Back [Disabled] Enable or Disable SM3_256 PCR Bank Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable] ⚫ Pending operation [None] Schedule and Operation for the Security Device. Configuration options: [None] [TPM Clear] MX97N User’s Manual 47...
Enable or disable PCIE wake the system from S5. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ Wake on Ring [Disabled] Enable or disable wake on ring function under ACPI S3/S4/S5. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.7 NCT6126D Super IO configuration Provide NCT6126D super IO configuration settings 48 MX97N User’s Manual...
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Configuration options: [Second] [Minute] ⚫ WatchDog Timeout value Fill watchdog timeout value, 0 means disables ⚫ Chassis opened warning [Disabled] Select chassis intrusion enabled to Disabled Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ ErP/EuP S5 Support [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MX97N User’s Manual 49...
MX97N User’s Manual 2.4.7.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration ⚫ Serial Port [Enabled] Enable or Disable serial Port (COM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ Change Setting [Auto] Select an optimal settings for super IO device Configuration options: as below 50 MX97N User’s Manual...
MX97N User’s Manual 2.4.7.2 Serial Port 2 Configuration ⚫ Serial Port [Enabled] Enable or Disable serial Port (COM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ Change Settings [Auto] Select an optimal settings for super IO device Configuration options: as below MX97N User’s Manual 51...
MX97N User’s Manual 2.4.7.3 Serial Port 3 Configuration ⚫ Serial Port [Enabled] Enable or Disable serial Port (COM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ Change Settings [Auto] Select an optimal settings for super IO device Configuration options: as below 52 MX97N User’s Manual...
MX97N User’s Manual 2.4.7.4 Serial Port 4 Configuration ⚫ Serial Port [Enabled] Enable or Disable serial Port (COM) Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ Change Settings [Auto] Select an optimal settings for super IO device Configuration options: as below MX97N User’s Manual 53...
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ Change Settings [Auto] Select an optimal settings for super IO device Configuration options: as below ⚫ COM Mode Select [RS232] Configure the COM Port Mode Configuration options: [RS232][RS485 Half Duplex][RS422 Full Duplex] 54 MX97N User’s Manual...
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ Change Settings [Auto] Select an optimal settings for super IO device Configuration options: as below ⚫ COM Mode Select [RS232] Configure the COM Port Mode Configuration options: [RS232][RS485 Half Duplex][RS422 Full Duplex] MX97N User’s Manual 55...
MX97N User’s Manual ⚫ Smart FAN Function [Thermal Cruise] Configuration options: [Manual Mode] [Thermal Cruise] [SMART FAN IV] 2.4.8.1.1 Smart FAN mode Configuration Setting different FAN on this motherboard MX97N User’s Manual 57...
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Configuration options: Please see below picture ⚫ CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN MIN.FAN Speed (%) CPU or Chassis Smart FAN minimum settings Configuration options: Please see below picture ⚫ Smart FAN Function [Manual Mode] Configuration options: Please see below picture 58 MX97N User’s Manual...
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MX97N User’s Manual ⚫ Smart FAN Function [SMART FAN IV] Configuration options: Please see below picture MX97N User’s Manual 59...
MX97N User’s Manual 2.4.9 S5 RTC wake settings ⚫ Wake system from S5 [Disabled] Enabled or Disabled system wake on alarm event Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.4.10 Serial Port Console Redirection Serial Port Console Redirection 60 MX97N User’s Manual...
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Stop Bits[1] Stop bits indicate the end of a serial data package Configuration options: [1][2] ⚫ Flow Control[None] Flow control can prevent data loss from buffer overflow. Configuration options: [None][Hardware RTS/CTS] ⚫ VT-UTF8 Combo key Support [Enabled] 62 MX97N User’s Manual...
2.4.11 USB configuration ⚫ USB Mass Storage Driver Support [Enabled] Enable or Disable USB Mass Storage Driver Support Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled] ⚫ Mass Storage Devices [Auto] Mass Storage device emulation Type. “Auto” enumerates device according to its media MX97N User’s Manual 63...
Wait time in seconds to press ESC key to abort the PXE boot. ⚫ Media detect count Number of times the presence of media will be checked. +/- or numeric keys to set the value 2.5 Chipset MX97N User’s Manual 65...
2.5.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration ⚫ VT-d [Enabled] VT-d capability Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.1.1 Memory Configuration Maximum Value of TOLUD. Dynamic assignment would adjust TOLUD automatically based on largest MMIO length of installed graphic controller. 66 MX97N User’s Manual...
⚫ Primary Display[Auto] Select which of IGFX/PEG/PCIE graphic device should be primary display or select HG for Hybrid Gfx. Configuration options: [Auto] [IGFX][PEG slot][PCIE] ⚫ Internal Graphics [Auto] Keep IGFX enabled based on the setup options MX97N User’s Manual 67...
Configuration options: [Speaker Output][Serial ATA LED][Hybrid Mode]] ⚫ Restore AC power Loss [Power off] Specify what state to go to when power is re-applied after a power failure (G3 state) Configuration options: [Power on][Power off] [Last State] MX97N User’s Manual 69...
Select PCI Express Port speed Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3] ⚫ Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled] Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post time. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled] 2.5.2.1.2 PCI Express Root Port 7(x1 LAN1) MX97N User’s Manual 71...
Select PCI Express Port speed Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3] ⚫ Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled] Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post time. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled] 2.5.2.1.3 PCI Express Root Port 9(x1 LAN2) 72 MX97N User’s Manual...
Select PCI Express Port speed Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3] ⚫ Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled] Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post time. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled] 2.5.2.1.4 PCI Express Root Port 10(x1 Slot) MX97N User’s Manual 73...
Select PCI Express Port speed Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3] ⚫ Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled] Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post time. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled] 2.5.2.1.5 PCI Express Root Port 11(x2 M.2 E) 74 MX97N User’s Manual...
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Configuration options: [Disabled][L1][Auto] ⚫ PCIe Speed [Auto] Select PCI Express Port speed Configuration options: [Auto][Gen1][Gen2][Gen3] ⚫ Detect Non-compliance device [Disabled] Detect non-compliance PCI express Device, If enabled, it will take more time at Post time. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled] MX97N User’s Manual 75...
Enable or Disable M.2 port Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled] ⚫ M.2 Port DevSlp [Enabled] Enable or Disable M.2 port DevSlp. For DevSlp to woek, both hard drive and SATA port need to support DevSlp function. Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled] 76 MX97N User’s Manual...
Enable or Disable USB standby power Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ USB56 Standby Power[Enabled] Enable or Disable USB standby power Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ⚫ USB78 Standby Power[Enabled] Enable or Disable USB standby power Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MX97N User’s Manual 77...
MX97N User’s Manual 2.5.2.4 HD audio Configuration ⚫ HD audio[Enabled] Control Detection of the HD-Audio device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 78 MX97N User’s Manual...
Reset the system after saving the changes. ⚫ Restore Default Restore/Load default values for all the setup option. ⚫ Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Attempts to launch EFI shell application from one of the available filesystem devices. MX97N User’s Manual 83...
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