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- Page 1 User’s Manual EPIA-ML Mini-ITX Mainboard Version 1.0 July 7, 2004...
- Page 2 The information provided in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the publication date of this document. However, VIA Technologies assume no responsibility for any errors in this document, Furthermore, VIA Technologies assume no reponsibility for the use or misuse of the information of this document and for any patent infringements that may arise from the use of this document.
- Page 3 FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions 1. Always read the safety instructions carefully. 2. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. 3. Keep this equipment away from humidity. 4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. 5. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. -
Page 5: Box Contents
Box Contents • 1 x VIA Mainboard • 1 x Quick Installation Guide • 1 x ATA-33/66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable • 1 x Driver Utilities CD... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Specifications ........1-1 Mainboard Specifications ............1-2 Mainboard Layout ..............1-4 Back Panel Ports ..............1-5 Slots ..................1-5 Onboard Connectors and Jumpers ...........1-6 Chapter 2: Installation..........2-1 CPU Installation ................2-2 Memory Module Installation ............2-4 Connecting the Power Supply...........2-6 Back Panel Ports ..............2-7 Connectors................2-12 Jumpers ..................2-19 Slots ..................2-20... -
Page 7: Chapter 1: Specifications
The ultra-compact and highly intergrated VIA EPIA-ML Mini-ITX Mainboard is the smallest form factor mainboard specification available today, developed by VIA Technologies, Inc. as part of the company’s open industry-wide total connectivity initiative. The mainboard enables the creation of an exciting new generation of small, ergonomic, innovative and affordable embedded systems. -
Page 8: Mainboard Specifications
Chapter 1 Mainboard Specifications • VIA C3 / EDEN EBGA Processor (on board) • Enhanced Ball Grid Array Package (EBGA) • Internal L1 128KB and L2 64KB cache memory Chipset • VIA CLE266 North Bridge • VT8235 South Bridge Graphics •... -
Page 9: Form Factor
Specifications Onboard I/O Connectors • Front-panel audio connectors (Mic and Line Out) • CD Audio-in connector • 1 FIR connector; 1 PS2 connector • Wake-on-LAN • CPU / System Fan / FAN3 • 1 SM Bus connector • Serial port connector for second COM port Back Panel I/O Ports •... -
Page 10: Mainboard Layout
Chapter 1 Mainboard Layout ATXPWR DIMM CPUFAN Top: Mouse Bottom: Keyboard SYSFAN VGA-Out IDE1 Top: RJ45 Bottom: USB SMBUS USB 3/4 Top: Parallel IDE2 Bottom: COM1 COM2 CMOS BATTERY CLEAR_CMOS F_AUDIO Top: Line-In BIOS Socket Middle: Line-Out Bottom: Microphone PCI1 FAN3 F_PANEL Back Panel... -
Page 11: Back Panel Ports
Specifications Back Panel Ports Port Description Page Audio Jacks Line-Out, Line-In, Microphone 2-10 COM 1 Serial port 2-10 LPT1 Parallel port PS2-MS PS2 mouse port PS2-KB PS2 keyboard port RJ45 10/100 NIC port USB 1-2 Universal Serial Bus ports 1 - 2 VGA Out VGA out port Slots... -
Page 12: Onboard Connectors And Jumpers
Chapter 1 Onboard Connectors and Jumpers Connecter/Jumper Description Page ATXPWR ATX power cable connector CD_IN Onboard CD audio cable connector 2-16 Consumer IR connector 2-13 CLEAR_CMOS Jumper to reset CMOS settings to default 2-18 COM2 Second serial port connector 2-15 F_AUDIO Connectors for optional front audio panel 2-17... - Page 13 Chapter Installation This chapter provides you with information about hardware setup procedures. While installing the mainboard, carefully hold the components and closely follow the installation procedures. Some components may be damaged if they are installed incorrectly. It is recommended to use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components.
- Page 14 Chapter 2 The VIA EPIA-ML Mini-ITX Mainboard includes an embedded VIA Eden Processor or VIA C3 E-Series Processor. The CPUFAN (CPU fan) and SYSFAN (system fan) run on +12V and maintain system cooling. When connecting the wire to the connectors, always be aware that the red wire is the Positive and should be connected to the +12V.
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Page 15: The Via Eden Processor
Installation The VIA Eden Processor Providing ultra-low power consumption and advanced thermal dissipation properties, the VIA Eden Processor features a fanless design. The VIA Eden Processor requires only a heatsink as shown. Warning: This motherboard is not designed to support overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. -
Page 16: Memory Module Installation
Chapter 2 Memory Module Installation The VIA EPIA-ML Mini-ITX Mainboard provides one 184-pin DIMM slot for DDR266 SDRAM memory modules. DDR SDRAM Module Installation Procedures 1. Push the white retaining latches at either end of the DIMM slot outwards. 2. Align the DDR SDRAM module with the corresponding notches on the DIMM slot. -
Page 17: Available Ddr Sdram Configurations
Installation Available DDR SDRAM Configurations Refer to the table below for available DDR SDRAM configurations on the mainboard. Slot Memory Module Total Memory DIMM 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB 64 MB - 1 GB (Bank 0 & 1) Maximum System Memory Supported 64 MB - 1 GB... -
Page 18: Connecting The Power Supply
Chapter 2 Connecting the Power Supply The VIA EPIA-ML Mini-ITX Mainboard requires an ATX power supply to be connected. Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all components are installed correctly to ensure that no damage will be caused. -
Page 19: Back Panel Ports
Installation Back Panel Ports The back panel has the following ports: Parallel (LPT1) RJ45 PS2_MS Line-In Line-Out Microphone COM1 PS2_KB VGA Out Mouse Port: PS2_MS The mainboard provides a standard PS/2 mouse connector for attaching a PS/2 mouse. You can plug a PS/2 mouse directly into this connector. The connector location and pin assignments are as follows. -
Page 20: Usb Ports
Chapter 2 VGA Out A DB-15 pin female connector that connects to a VGA monitor. USB Ports The mainboard provides 2 USB 2.0 ports. USB-compatible devices can be plugged directly into these ports. Signal Description 2 3 4 + 5V - DATA Negative data channel + DATA... - Page 21 Installation Parallel Port: LPT1 The mainboard provides a 25-pin female connector for LPT (parallel port). A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) modes. Signal Description STROBE Strobe DATA0 Data 0 DATA1...
- Page 22 Chapter 2 Serial Ports: COM1 The mainboard offers two 9-pin male Serial Port connectors COM1. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to these ports. Signal Description Data Carry Detect Serial In or Receive Data SOUT Serial Out or Transmit Data Data Terminal Ready Ground...
- Page 23 Installation Note: The Audio ports can be switched to Smart 5.1 6-channel audio output. You can enable the function by clicking the “Vinyl Audio” icon on your desktop after installing the audio driver. After completing the previous settings, you need to connect your speakers to the audio jacks as shown below.
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Page 24: Connectors
Chapter 2 Connectors Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/ 133 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 33/ 66/100/133 functions. You can connect up to four hard disk drive, CD- ROM, LS-120 and other devices. -
Page 25: Hdd Led
Installation Case Connectors: F_PANEL The F_PANEL connector block allows you to connect to the power switch, reset switch, power LED, HDD LED, SLED and the Speaker on the case. Signal Signal PWR LED+ HDD LED+ PWR LED+ HDD LED- PWR LED- PW_BN+ SPEAKER+ PW_BN-... - Page 26 Chapter 2 Fast IrDA Infrared Module Connector: IR This connector allows you to connect an IrDA Infrared module. You must configure the setting through the BIOS setup to activate the IR function. Signal IRRX1 IRRX IRTX Consumer Infrared Module, PS2 Header: CIR / EXT_KBMS When the header is not in use, please short pin 3&5, pin 4&6, pin 7&9, and pin 8&10.
- Page 27 Installation USB pin-header: USB3/4 The mainboard provides 1 front USB pin-header connector, allowing up to 2 additional USB ports. Please plug the USB 2-port module onto this pin- header. Signal Signal USB2 - USB 3 - USB2 + USB 3 + USB 3/4 Wake-on LAN: WOL This connector allows you to connect a network card with the Wake-On...
- Page 28 Chapter 2 COM2: Serial Port 2 COM2 is a pin header for second serial port. Signal Description Data Carry Detect Serial In or Receive Data SOUT Serial Out or Transmit Data Data Terminal Ready Ground Data Set Ready Request To Send Clear To Send Ring Indicate COM2...
- Page 29 Installation CD Audio Connector: CD_IN This connector is for the CD-ROM audio connector. CD_IN SM Bus Connector: SMBUS This is for connecting a System Management Bus device. Signal SMBUS +3.3V +3.3V EL-ON SMBCK SMBDT 2-17...
- Page 30 Chapter 2 Front Audio Panel: F_AUDIO This connector allows you to connect a front audio panel to the mainboard. Only the line-out and microphone functions are available for use on the front panel. To connect the front audio cable, first remove the two red plastic jumpers.
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Page 31: Jumpers
Installation Jumpers The mainboard provides jumpers for setting the mainboard’s functions. This section will explain how to change settings for your mainboard’s functions through the use of the jumpers. Clear CMOS: CLEAR_CMOS The onboard CMOS RAM stores system configuration data and has an onboard battery power supply. -
Page 32: Slots
Chapter 2 Slots Peripheral Component Interconnect: PCI The PCI slot allows you to insert PCI expansion card. When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to make any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration. -
Page 33: Gettings Help
Chapter BIOS Setup This chapter gives you detailed explaination of each BIOS setup functions. This chapter includes the following sections: Entering Setup Control Keys Gettings Help The Main Menu Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Advanced Chipset Features 3-11 Integrated Peripherals 3-13 Power Management Setup 3-17... -
Page 34: Entering Setup
Chapter 3 Entering Setup Power on the computer and press Delete straight away to enter the BIOS setup menu. If you missed the BIOS setup entry point, you may restart the system and try again. Control Keys Keys Description Up Arrow Move to the previous item Down Arrow Move to the next item... -
Page 35: Getting Help
BIOS Setup Getting Help Main Menu The main menu displays all BIOS setup categories. Use the control keys Up/Down Arrow Keys to select any item/sub-menu. Description of the selected/highlighted category is displayed at the bottom of the screen. Sub-Menu If you find a right pointer indicator (like the IDE Primary Master one shown in the right picture) appears on the IDE Primary Slave... -
Page 36: The Main Menu
Chapter 3 The Main Menu The Main Menu contains twelve setup functions and two exit choices. Use arrow keys to select the items and press Enter to accept or enter the sub- menu. Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features Frequency / Voltage Control Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail-Safe Defaults... -
Page 37: Load Optimized Defaults
BIOS Setup Frequency/Voltage Control Use this menu to set the system frequency and voltage control. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Use this menu option to load the BIOS default settings for minimal and stable system operations. Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu option to load BIOS default settings for optimal and high performance system operations. -
Page 38: Standard Cmos Features
Chapter 3 Standard CMOS Features Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features Date (mm:dd:yy) Tue, 21 2004 Item Help Time (hh:mm:ss) 20 20 20 Menu Level IDE Primary Master [None] Change the day, month, year IDE Primary Slave [QUANTUM FIREBALLP AS] and century IDE Secondary Master... - Page 39 BIOS Setup IDE Primary Master/Slave, Secondary Master/Slave Press Enter to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility IDE Primary Master IDE HDD Auto-Detection [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level IDE Primary Master [Auto] Access Mode [Auto] To auto-detect the HDD's size,...
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Page 40: Advanced Bios Features
Chapter 3 Advanced BIOS Features Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced BIOS Features Virus Warning [Disabled] Item Help CPU L2 Cache ECC Checking [Enabled] Menu Level Quick Power On Self Test [Enabled] First Boot Device [CDROM] Second Boot Device [HDD-0] Allows you to choose the Third Boot Device... -
Page 41: Boot Other Device
BIOS Setup First/Second/Third Boot Device Set the boot device sequence as BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system. The settings are: LS120 The system will boot from LS-120 drive. HDD-0 The system will boot from first HDD. SCSI The system will boot from SCSI. CD-ROM The system will boot from CD-ROM. -
Page 42: Security Option
Chapter 3 Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) When Typematic Rate Setting is enabled, this item allows you to set the rate (characters/second) at which the keys are accelerated. Settings: 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 24 Typematic Delay (Msec) When Typematic Rate Setting is enabled, this item allows you to select the delay between when the key was first pressed and when the acceleration begins. -
Page 43: Advanced Chipset Features
BIOS Setup Advanced Chipset Features The Advanced Chipset Features menu is used for optimizing the chipset functions. Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Chipset Features AGP Aperture Size [128] Item Help AGP Mode (Internal) Menu Level CPU to PCI POST Write [Enabled] Select Display Device [CRT]... -
Page 44: Cpu To Pci Post Write
Chapter 3 CPU to PCI POST Write When , CPU can write up to four words of data to the PCI write Enabled buffer before CPU must wait for PCI bus cycle to finish. If , CPU Disabled must wait after each write cycle until PCI bus signals that it is ready to receive more data. -
Page 45: Integrated Peripherals
BIOS Setup Integrated Peripherals Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Integrated Peripherals SuperIO Device [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level Onboard IDE Channel 1 [Enabled] Onboard IDE Channel 2 [Enabled] IDE Prefetch Mode [Enabled] Display Card Priority [PCI Slot] Frame Buffer Size [32M] AC97 Audio [Auto]... -
Page 46: Ac97 Audio
Chapter 3 AC97 Audio allows the mainboard to detect whether an audio device is used. If the Auto device is detected, the onboard VIA AC’97 (Audio Codec’97) controller will be enabled; if not, it is disabled. Disable the controller if you want to use other controller cards to connect to an audio device. -
Page 47: Superio Device
BIOS Setup SuperIO Device Press Enter to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility SuperIO Device Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8/IRQ4] Item Help Onboard Serial Port 2 [2F8/IRQ3] Menu Level Onboard Parallel Port [378/IRQ7] Parallel Port Mode [SPP]... - Page 48 Chapter 3 EPP Mode Select EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) comes in two modes: 1.9 and 1.7. EPP 1.9 is the newer version of the protocol and is backwards compatible with most EPP devices. If your EPP device does not work with the EPP 1.9 setting, try changing the setting to EPP 1.7.
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Page 49: Power Management Setup
BIOS Setup Power Management Setup The Power Management Setup menu configures the system to most effectively save energy while operating in a manner consistent with your own style of computer use. Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Management Setup ACPI Suspend Type [S1(POS)] Item Help... -
Page 50: Hdd Power Down
Chapter 3 HDD Power Down Set the time to power down HDD after hard disk inactivity. Settings: Disabled (minutes) 1~15 Power Management Timer Set the idle time before system enters power saving mode. ACPI OS such as Windows XP will override this option. Settings: Disabled 1/2/4/6/8/10/20/ (minutes) and... -
Page 51: Peripheral Activities
BIOS Setup Peripheral Activities Press Enter to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Peripherals Activities VGA Event [OFF] Item Help LPT & COM Event [LPT/COM] Menu Level HDD Event [ON] PCI Master Event [OFF] Decide whether or not the power management unit... - Page 52 Chapter 3 PS2KB Wakeup from suspend Select which Hot-Key to wake-up the system from power saving mode. Settings: Disabled, Ctrl+F1, Ctrl+F2, Ctrl+F3, Ctrl+F4, Ctrl+F5, Ctrl+F6, Ctrl+F7, Ctrl+F8, Ctrl+F9, Ctrl+F10, Ctrl+F11, Ctrl+F12, Power, Wake Any Key USB Resume Decide whether or not USB devices can wake the system from suspend state.
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Page 53: Bios Setup
BIOS Setup IRQs Activities Press Enter to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility IRQs Activities Primary INTR [ON] Item Help IRQ3 (COM 2) [Disabled] Menu Level IRQ4 (COM 1) [Enabled] IRQ5 (LPT 2) [Enabled] If you choose Disabled, the IRQ6 (Floppy Disk) -
Page 54: Pnp/Pci Configurations
Chapter 3 PNP/PCI Configurations This section describes the BIOS configuration of the PCI bus system. This section covers some very technical items and it is strongly recommended that only experienced users should make any changes to the default settings. Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility PnP / PCI Configurations PNP OS Installed [No]... -
Page 55: Resource Controlled By
BIOS Setup Resource Controlled By The BIOS can automatically configure all the boot and Plug and Play compatible devices. Choose if unsure, the BIOS will Auto(ESCD) automatically assign IRQ, DMA and memory base address fields. Settings: Auto (ESCD) Manual Assign IRQ For VGA/USB Assign IRQ for VGA and USB devices. -
Page 56: Irq Resources
Chapter 3 IRQ Resources The items are adjustable only when is set to Resources Controlled By Manual Press Enter and you will enter the sub-menu of the items. Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility IRQ Resources IRQ-3 assigned to [PCI Device] Item Help IRQ-4 assigned to [PCI Device]... -
Page 57: Pc Health Status
BIOS Setup PC Health Status This section shows the status of your CPU, fan, warning for overall system status. Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility PC Health Status Current CPU Temp Item Help CPU Fan Speed Menu Level System Fan Speed CPU Vcore 3.3V +12V... -
Page 58: Frequency / Voltage Control
Chapter 3 Frequency / Voltage Control Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Frequency / Voltage Control DRAM Clock [166 MHz] Item Help DRAM Timing [Auto By SPD] Menu Level SDRAM CAS Latency Bank Interleave Disabled Precharge to Active(Trp) Active to Precharge(Tras) Active to CMD(Trcd) REF to ACT/REF to REF(Trfc) ACT(0) to ACT(1) (TRRD) -
Page 59: Bank Interleave
BIOS Setup Bank Interleave Set the interleave mode of the SDRAM interface. Interleaving allows banks of SDRAM to alternate their refresh and access cycles. One bank will undergo its refresh cycle while another is being accessed. This improves performance of the SDRAM by masking the refresh time of each bank. This field is only available when DRAM Timing is set to Manual. -
Page 60: Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Chapter 3 Load Fail-Safe Defaults This option on the main menu allows users to restore all the BIOS settings to the default Fail Safe values. These values are set by the mainboard manufacturer to provide a minimal and stable system. When you select Load-Fail Safe Defaults, a message as below appears: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features... -
Page 61: Load Optimized Defaults
BIOS Setup Load Optimized Defaults This option on the main menu allows users to restore all the BIOS settings to the default Optimized values. The Optimized Defaults are the default values also set by the mainboard manufacturer for both optimized and stable performance of the mainboard. -
Page 62: Set Supervisor / User Password
Chapter 3 Set Supervisor / User Password When you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features Frequency / Voltage Control Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail-Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals... - Page 63 BIOS Setup Additionally, when a password is enabled, you can also have BIOS to request a password each time the system is booted. This would prevent unauthorized use of your computer. The setting to determine when the password prompt is required is the Security Option of the Advanced BIOS Features menu.
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Page 64: Save & Exit Setup
Chapter 3 Save & Exit Setup When you want to quit the Setup menu, you can select this option to save the changes and quit. A message as below will appear on the screen: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features Frequency / Voltage Control Advanced BIOS Features... -
Page 65: Exit Without Saving
BIOS Setup Exit Without Saving When you want to quit the Setup menu, you can select this option to abandon the changes. A message as below will appear on the screen: Phoenix - AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features Frequency / Voltage Control Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail-Safe Defaults... - Page 66 Chapter 3 3-34...
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Page 67: Chapter 4: Driver Installation
Chapter Driver Installation This chapter gives you brief descriptions of each mainboard drivers and applications. You must install VIA chipset drivers first before installing other drivers such as audio or VGA drivers. The applications will only function correctly if the necessary drivers are already installed. -
Page 68: Driver Utilities
Chapter 4 Driver Utilities Getting Started The mainboard includes a Driver Utilities CD which contains driver utilities and software to enhance the performance of the mainboard. Please check that you have this CD in your retail box. If the CD is missing in your retail box, please contact your local dealer for the CD. -
Page 69: Cd Content
Driver Installation CD Content The driver utilities and software in this CD are: • VIA 4in1 Drivers: Contains VIA ATAPI Vendor Support Driver (enables the performance enhancing bus mastering functions on ATA- capable Hard Disk Drives and ensures IDE device compatibility), AGP VxD Driver (provides service routines to your VGA driver and interface directly to hardware, providing fast graphical access), IRQ Routing Miniport Driver (sets the system’s PCI IRQ routing sequence) - Page 70 Chapter 4...
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