Qseven rev. 2.1 module with intel amston lake & alder lake-n, with 8gb lpddr5 memory on board default, support dp,lvds,2.5gbe,sata 6gb/s,usb 3.2,audio and rohs
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Qseven Module MODEL: iQ7-ASL Qseven® Rev. 2.1 module with Intel® Amston Lake & Alder Lake-N, with 8GB LPDDR5 memory on board default, Support DP,LVDS,2.5GbE,SATA 6Gb/s,USB 3.2,Audio and RoHS User Manual Page i Rev. 1.00 – February 21, 2025...
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Qseven Module Revision Date Version Changes February 21, 2025 1.00 Initial release Page ii...
Qseven Module 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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Qseven Module Table of Contents 4.3.2.1 PTT Configuration ..................44 4.3.6.1 Serial Port 3 Configuration ............... 51 Page iv...
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Qseven Module BIOS Menus BIOS Menu 1: Main(1/3) ........................31 BIOS Menu 1: Main(2/3) ........................32 BIOS Menu 1: Main(3/3) ........................32 BIOS Menu 4: Advanced (1/2) ......................35 BIOS Menu 5: Advanced (2/2) ......................36 BIOS Menu 6: CPU Configuration (1/2)..................37 BIOS Menu 7: CPU Configuration (2/2)..................38 BIOS Menu 9: Efficient-core Information ...................41...
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Qseven Module BIOS Menu 31: PCH-IO Configuration ..................68 BIOS Menu 33: PCI Express Configuration ................70 BIOS Menu 34: M2_B1 ........................71 BIOS Menu 34: M2_AE1 .......................72 BIOS Menu 34: PCIE1 ........................73 BIOS Menu 36: HD Audio Configuration ..................75 BIOS Menu 37: Security (1/2) .......................76 BIOS Menu 38: Security (2/2) .......................77...
The iQ7-ASL provides a low power option with the full range of modern I/O options. The iQ7-ASL embedded module is designed for flexible integration by system developers into customized platform devices.
Qseven Module 1.3 Model Variations There are several models of the iQ7-ASL series. The model variations are listed in Table 1-1. Model On-board SoC Operating Temp. Standard iQ7-ASL-R3C Intel® Amston Lake 7433RE SoC Processor -10º C ~ 60º C (up to 2.7GHz, quad-core, TDP=9W)
Qseven Module 1.6 Data Flow Figure 1-5 shows the data flow between the system chipset, the CPU and other components installed on the motherboard. Figure 1-5: Data Flow Diagram Page 6...
Power Supply 5V DC Operating Temperature -10º C ~ 60º C Storage Temperature -30º C ~ 70º C Operating Humidity 5% ~ 95% (non-condensing) Dimensions 70 mm x 70 mm Weight (GW/NW) 300 g/150 g Table 1-2: iQ7-ASL Specifications Page 8...
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 iQ7-ASL is unpacked, please do the following: ▪ Follow the antistatic 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 iQ7-ASL was purchased from or contact an IEI sales representative directly by sending an email to sales@ieiworld.com.
Qseven Module 2.4 Optional Items The following are optional components which may be separately purchased: Item and Part Number Image Baseboard for Qseven modules (P/N: iQ7-CB) Table 2-2: Optional Items Page 12...
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components, including the iQ7-ASL. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore critical that whenever the iQ7-ASL or any other electrical component is handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
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▪ Turn all power to the iQ7-ASL off: When working with the iQ7-ASL, make sure that it is disconnected from all power supplies and that no electricity is being fed into the system. Before and during the installation of the iQ7-ASL DO NOT: ▪...
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Follow the steps below to install the iQ7-ASL to the optional baseboard. Step 1: Align the Qseven connector on the edge of the iQ7-ASL with the corresponding socket on the baseboard. Slide the iQ7-ASL into the socket at an angle of about 20º . (Figure 3-2). Page 21...
Step 2: Ensure a thermal pad is placed on the CPU of the iQ7-ASL. Step 3: Place the heatsink on the iQ7-ASL, aligning the retention screw holes and gently pushing the heatsink down. Step 4: Secure the heatsink to the iQ7-ASL and the baseboard with the supplied retention screws (Figure 3-3).
Qseven Module 3.5 Available Drivers All the drivers for the iQ7-ASL are available on IEI Resource Download Center (https://download.ieiworld.com). Type iQ7-ASL and press Enter to find all the relevant software, utilities, and documentation. Figure 3-4: IEI Resource Download Center 3.5.1 Driver Download...
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Qseven Module 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 double click an individual item to find its driver file and click the file name to download (...
Qseven Module 4.1 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.
Qseven Module 4.1.2 Using Setup The BIOS Setup menu can be navigated by using a keyboard or a touchscreen. 4.1.2.1 Keyboard Navigation For keyboard navigation, use the navigation keys shown in 错误!未找到引用源。. Function Up arrow Move to the previous item...
Qseven Module 4.1.2.2 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 to achieve the best performance. Back Return to the previous menu.
Qseven Module 4.1.4 Unable to Reboot after Configuration Changes If the computer cannot boot after changes to the system configuration are made, CMOS resets to default settings. Use the clear CMOS button described in Section 错误!未找到 引用源。. 4.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar The menu bar on top of the BIOS screen has the following main items: ▪...
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Qseven Module 4.2 Main The Main BIOS menu (BIOS Menu 1) appears when the BIOS Setup program is entered. The Main menu gives an overview of the basic system information. BIOS Menu 1: Main(1/3) Page 31...
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Qseven Module BIOS Menu 2: Main(2/3) BIOS Menu 3: Main(3/3) Page 32...
Qseven Module ➔ BIOS Information The BIOS Information lists a 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 Compliancy: current UEFI &...
Qseven Module ➔ 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.
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Qseven Module 4.3 Advanced Use the Advanced menu (BIOS Menu 4) 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 are compatible with the hardware.
Qseven Module 4.3.1 CPU Configuration Use the CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 6) to view detailed CPU specifications or enable the Intel Virtualization Technology. BIOS Menu 6: CPU Configuration (1/2) Page 37...
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Qseven Module BIOS Menu 7: CPU Configuration (2/2) ➔ 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.
Qseven Module ➔ Active Efficient Cores [All] Use the Active Efficient Cores BIOS option to enable the number of E-cores in the processor package. ➔ Enable all E-cores in the processor package. EFAULT ➔ Enable zero E-core in the processor package.
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Qseven Module ➔ Disabled Disables Turbo Mode Technology ➔ Enabled Enables Turbo Mode Technology EFAULT ➔ C states [Disabled] Use the C states option to enable or disable CPU power management which allows CPU to go to C states when it is not 100% utilized.
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Qseven Module 4.3.1.1 Efficient-core Information Use the Efficient-core Information menu (BIOS Menu 8) to display the E-core information. BIOS Menu 8: Efficient-core Information Page 41...
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Qseven Module 4.3.1.2 Performance-core Information Use the Performance-core Information menu (BIOS Menu 9) to display the P-core information. BIOS Menu 9: Performance-core Information Page 42...
Qseven Module 4.3.2 Trusted Computing Use the Trusted Computing menu (BIOS Menu 10) to configure settings related to the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) Trusted Platform Module (TPM). BIOS Menu 10: Trusted Computing ➔ Security Device Support [Enable] Use the Security Device Support option to select the TPM device.
Qseven Module 4.3.2.1 PTT Configuration ➔ TPM Device Selection [PTT] Use the TPM Device Selection option to enable or disable BIOS support for security devices. ➔ dTPM dTPM support is enabled. ➔ PTT support is enabled. EFAULT 4.3.3 iEi One Key Recovery 2 The iEi One Key Recovery 2 menu (BIOS Menu 11) configures iEi One Key Recovery 2.
Qseven Module ➔ Disable TPM support is disabled. ➔ Enable TPM support is enabled. EFAULT 4.3.4 RTC Wake Settings The RTC Wake Settings menu (BIOS Menu 12) configures the RTC wake event. BIOS Menu 12: RTC Wake Settings ➔ Wake system with Fixed Time [Enabled] Use the Wake system with the Fixed Time option to enable or disable the system wake on alarm event.
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Qseven Module ➔ Enabled If selected, the Wake up every day option appears, EFAULT allowing you to enable the system to wake up every day at the specified time. Besides, the following options appear with values that can be selected:...
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Qseven Module 4.3.5 F81804 Super IO Configuration Use the F81804 Super IO Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 13) to set or change the configurations for serial ports. BIOS Menu 13: F81804 Super I/O Configuration Page 47...
Qseven Module 4.3.5.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration Use the Serial Port 1 Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 14) to configure the serial port n. BIOS Menu 14: Serial Port 1 Configuration Menu ➔ Serial Port [Enabled] Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
Qseven Module 4.3.5.2 Serial Port 2 Configuration Use the Serial Port 2 Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 15) to configure the serial port n. BIOS Menu 15: Serial Port 2 Configuration Menu ➔ Serial Port [Enabled] Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
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Qseven Module 4.3.6 IT5571 Super IO Configuration Use the IT5571 Super IO Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 13) to set or change the configurations for serial ports. BIOS Menu 16: IT5571 Super I/O Configuration Page 50...
Qseven Module 4.3.6.1 Serial Port 3 Configuration Use the Serial Port 3 Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 14) to configure the serial port n. BIOS Menu 17: Serial Port 3 Configuration Menu ➔ Serial Port [Enabled] Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.
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Qseven Module ➔ IO=3F8h; The serial Port I/O port address is 3F8h and the IRQ=10 interrupt address is IRQ10 4.3.7 EC IT5571 H/W Monitor The EC IT5571 H/W Monitor menu (BIOS Menu 18) contains the smart fan mode configuration submenu and shows the state of H/W real-time operating temperature, fan speeds and system voltages.
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Qseven Module BIOS Menu 19: 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 Fan Speeds: Fan1 Speed Voltages: +5VS...
Qseven Module 4.3.7.1 Smart Fan Mode Configuration Use the Smart Fan Mode Configuration submenu (BIOS Menu 20) to configure the CPU/system fan start/off temperature and control mode. BIOS Menu 20: 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.
Qseven Module ➔ CPU_FAN1 Hysteresis Temp.Low [55] If the current CPU temperature is lower than this setting, CPU_FAN1 will decrease the speed. But the fan speed is never less than the [Normal Duty] setting. ➔ CPU_FAN1 Normal Duty [30] Use the CPU_FAN1 Start PWM option to set the system power on fan speed and minimum fan speed percentage.
Qseven Module BIOS Menu 22: Serial Port Console Redirection (2/2) ➔ Console Redirection [Disabled] Use the 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.
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Qseven Module BIOS Menu 23: 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+ ➔...
Qseven Module ➔ 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.
Qseven Module 4.3.9 NVMe Configuration Use the NVMe Configuration ( BIOS Menu 24) menu to display the NVMe controller and device information. BIOS Menu 24: NVMe Configuration 4.3.10 SDIO Configuration Use the SDIO Configuration ( Page 59...
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Qseven Module BIOS Menu 24) menu to display the SDIO controller and device information. BIOS Menu 25: SDIO Configuration ➔ SDIO Access Mode [Auto] Use the SDIO Access Mode to specify the communication type. ➔ Auto DEFAULT The communication type is Auto ➔...
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Qseven Module 4.4 Chipset Use the Chipset menu (BIOS Menu 26) 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.
Qseven Module 4.4.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration Use the System Agent (SA) Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 27) to configure the System Agent (SA) parameters. BIOS Menu 27: System Agent (SA) Configuration ➔ VT-d [Enabled] Use the VT-d option to enable or disable the VT-d capability.
Qseven Module 4.4.1.1 Memory Configuration Use the Memory Configuration submenu (BIOS Menu 28) to view memory information. BIOS Menu 28: Memory Configuration Page 64...
Qseven Module 4.4.1.2 Graphics Configuration Use the Graphics Configuration (BIOS Menu 29) menu to configure the video device connected to the system. BIOS Menu 29: Graphics Configuration ➔ Internal Graphics [Enabled] Use the Internal Graphics option to configure whether to keep IGFX enabled. If a user...
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Qseven Module Use the DVMT Pre-Allocated option to set the amount of system memory allocated to the integrated graphics processor when the system boots. The system memory allocated can then only be used as graphics memory and is no longer available to applications or the operating system.
Qseven Module 4.4.1.2.1 LCD Control Use the LCD Control menu ( ) to configure settings of onboard BIOS Menu 10 LVDS. BIOS Menu 30: LCD Control ➔ On board LVDS [Disable] Use the On board LVDS option to configure support for the LVDS.
Qseven Module 4.4.2 PCH-IO Configuration Use the PCH-IO Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 31) to configure the PCH parameters. BIOS Menu 31: PCH-IO Configuration ➔ 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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Qseven Module ➔ Power Off The system remains turned off ➔ Power On The system turns on ➔ Last State The system returns to its previous state. If it is on, it EFAULT turns itself on. If it was off, it remains off.
Qseven Module 4.4.2.1 PCI Express Configuration Use the PCI Express Configuration submenu (BIOS Menu 32) to configure the PCI Express slots. BIOS Menu 32: PCI Express Configuration Page 70...
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Qseven Module 4.4.2.1.1 M2_B1 Slot Use the M2_B1 submenu (BIOS Menu 33) to configure the M.2 B key slot. BIOS Menu 33: M2_B1 ➔ PCIe Speed [Auto] Use the PCIe Speed option to specify the PCI Express port speed. Configuration options are listed below.
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Qseven Module ➔ Disabled Do not detect if a non-compliant PCI Express EFAULT device is connected to the PCI Express port. ➔ Enabled Detect if a non-compliant PCI Express device is connected to the PCI Express port. 4.4.2.1.2 M2_AE1 Slot Use the M2_AE1 submenu (BIOS Menu 33) to configure the M.2 B key slot.
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Qseven Module ➔ Detect Non-Compliance Device [Disabled] Use the Detect Non-Compliance Device option to configure whether to detect if a non-compliance PCI Express device is connected to the PCI Express port. ➔ Disabled Do not detect if a non-compliant PCI Express EFAULT device is connected to the PCI Express port.
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Qseven Module ➔ Gen1 Configure PCIe Speed to Gen1. ➔ Gen2 Configure PCIe Speed to Gen2. ➔ Gen3 Configure PCIe Speed to Gen3. ➔ Detect Non-Compliance Device [Disabled] Use the Detect Non-Compliance Device option to configure whether to detect if a non-compliance PCI Express device is connected to the PCI Express port.
Qseven Module 4.4.2.2 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.
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Qseven Module 4.5 Security Use the Security menu (BIOS Menu 37) to set system and user passwords. BIOS Menu 37: Security (1/2) Page 76...
Qseven Module 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 77...
Qseven Module 4.6 Boot Use the Boot menu (BIOS Menu 39) to configure system boot options. BIOS Menu 39: Boot 4.6.1 Boot Configuration ➔ Quiet Boot [Enabled] Use the Quiet Boot BIOS option to select the screen display when the system boots.
Qseven Module ➔ Enabled Load PXE Option ROMs. 4.6.2 Boot Option Priorities Use the Boot Option # N to choose the system boots from the peripherals you selected. The following Boot Options are listed as an example. ➔ Boot Option #1 Sets the system boot order ADATA SP580 as the first priority.
Qseven Module 4.7 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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Qseven Module ➔ 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.
Qseven Module 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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Qseven Module 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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Qseven Module Below is a list of BIOS configuration options in the BIOS chapter. ➔ BIOS Information .........................33 ➔ Processor Information ......................33 ➔ PCH Information ........................33 ➔ System Date [xx/xx/xx] ......................34 ➔ System Time [xx:xx:xx] .......................34 ➔ Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology [Enabled] ..............38 ➔...
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Qseven Module 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.
Qseven Module 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 ;...
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Qseven Module E.1 RoHS Directive (2015/863/EU) The details provided in this appendix are to ensure that the product is compliant with the RoHS Directive (2015/863/EU). The table below acknowledges the presences of small quantities of certain substances in the product, and is applicable to RoHS Directive (2015/863/EU).
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