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BCM MX56N User Manual

Amd g-series apu with a55e controller hub (fch) mini itx motherboard
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MX56N
AMD G-Series APU with A55E Controller Hub (FCH) Mini ITX Motherboard
User's Manual
Ver. 1.0
BCM Advanced Research, An Industrial Leader Since 1990 in Industrial Motherboards & Systems
11 Chrysler, Irvine, CA 92618 USA | www.bcmcom.com | (PH)949.470.1888 | (FAX)949.470.0971
For Tech Support, please visit www.bcmcom.com/bcm_support_legacyProductSupport.htm or contact
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  • Page 1 AMD G-Series APU with A55E Controller Hub (FCH) Mini ITX Motherboard User’s Manual Ver. 1.0 BCM Advanced Research, An Industrial Leader Since 1990 in Industrial Motherboards & Systems 11 Chrysler, Irvine, CA 92618 USA | www.bcmcom.com | (PH)949.470.1888 | (FAX)949.470.0971 For Tech Support, please visit www.bcmcom.com/bcm_support_legacyProductSupport.htm or contact...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents FCC Statement ........................3 Notice .............................3 Copyright Notice ........................3 Trademark Acknowledgement ....................3 Disclaimer ..........................3 Life Support Policy .........................4 BCM Customer Services......................4 Product Warranty ........................5 Manual Objectives .........................5 Safety Precautions.........................5 Document Amendment History....................6 Chapter 1 ..........................14 Before you Proceed ....................15 Motherboard Overview....................16 1.2.1...

  • Page 3: Fcc Statement

    American Megatrends Inc. Disclaimer BCM Advanced Research reserves the right to make changes, without notice, to any product, including circuits and/or software described or contained in this manual in order to improve design and/or performance.

  • Page 4: Life Support Policy

    Our dealers are well trained and ready to give you the support you need to get the most from your BCM products. In fact, most problems reported are minor and are able to be easily solved over the phone.

  • Page 5: Product Warranty

    Because of BCM high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of our customers never need to use our repair service. If any of BCM products is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials, service time, and freight.

  • Page 6: Document Amendment History

    precaution, use a grounding wrist strap at all times. Place all electronic components in a static-dissipative surface or static-shielded bag when they are not in the chassis. Document Amendment History Revision Revision History Date V 1.0 First release for PCB 1.1 2011/05/10...

  • Page 7: Specifications Summary

    Specifications Summary APU  G‐Series  AMD G‐Series T56N 1.6GHz DC/T48N 1.4GHz DC/T40N 1.0GHz  APU Type  DC/ T40E 1.0GHz DC(Optional)/T44R 1.2GHz SC/T40R 1.0GHz  SC(Optional)  Processor Family  AMD G‐Series  TDP 5~18W, T shutdown 125℃  Long Life Processor List  Package  FT1 (BGA) 413 balls p=0.8mm, 19x19 mm  L2 Cache  L1: 32KB+32KB per core, L2: 512KB cache per core  UMI  4‐Lane(x4) PCIe gen2  Power Management  C6 supported  PCIE  4‐Lane(x4) PCIe gen2  CPU Process  40 nm      Memory    System Memory    Memory Type  One DDR3 1066 SODIMM  DIMM #  1x SODIMM 204Pin/ Single Channel    Max. Capacity    4 GB  Chipset    FCH ...
  • Page 8 LVDS  1, 18bpp (Single link LVDS up to 1400 x 1050)  T56N/T48N (18W) supports up to 2560 x 1600  VGA  T40N/T44R (9W) supports up to 1920 x 1200  HDMI  1 support HDMI 1.3a & 1080p up to 1920 x 1080  Dual Display  VGA+LVDS, VGA+HDMI, HDMI+LVDS  Gigabit Ethernet    LAN1 RTL 8111DL Gigabit LAN  Chipset  LAN2 RTL 8111DL Gigabit LAN  Left: Link (Off)/ Active (Flash Yellow)  LAN LED    Right: 1Gbps(Green) / 100Mbps (Orange) / 10Mbps (Off)  Disable LAN through BIOS  Yes  WOL  Yes  Boot from LAN  Yes  ASF  N/A  Audio    Codec  7.1 Channel HD Audio  Chipset  Realtek ALC892  Audio output header  Yes, Front Audio Pin Header  Front IO Connector  Stack Phone Jack (Mic In, Line‐out, Line‐in)  SPDI/F  Yes  Amplifier  TI TPA3005  RS232 COM ...
  • Page 9 BIOS    BIOS Core    BIOS Core  AMI EFI  BIOS Flash    BIOS Flash  16Mb SPI  SW RAID    SW RAID  None  Bootup Device    Serial ATA    Yes (CFast)  IDE device  N/A  USB device  Yes  Boot from LAN  Yes  Power Management    ACPI  ACPI 3.0  APM  NA  Sleep State  S3, S4, S5  Other Feature    PC Health  YES  CMOS backup  BIOS CMOS automatic backup and restore setup data    SmartFAN ...
  • Page 10 Serial    COM  2  IDE    IDE  NA  SATA    SATA    5 (SATA III 6 Gb/s)  SATA power  NA  Fan connector    System fan connector  1 system fan(3pin for system with smart fan control)  CPU fan connector  1 CPU fan(3pin for system with smart fan control)  GPIO    General  8bit  Front I/O    Display    HDMI  1  VGA  1, co‐layout with header  DVI  NA  Ethernet    RJ‐45  2, stack with USB  USB   ...
  • Page 11 Operating Temperature  Heat Sink  Cooler FAN  ‐20℃  ~ 80℃  Storage Temperature  Vibration (non OP)  3.0 Grms, heat sink backplane TBD  PCB Printing    Model name in silkscreen  None  Revision in silkscreen  No  PCB Color  Blue  CE mark on PCB  Yes  WEEE  Yes  BCM PCB part number  Yes  Version  No  FCC mark on PCB  Yes  Cert. Compliance    CE  Pre‐scan for Class B, EN‐55022/24  FCC  Pre‐scan for FCC PART 15, Class B  IEC‐60601    compliance      Accessory    Accessory List ...
  • Page 12     AVL    OS Support List  Windows XP SP3, Windows 7 Pro, Linux Fedora 14 ...
  • Page 13 Block Diagram...

  • Page 14: Chapter 1

    Chapter 1 This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product Introduction...

  • Page 15: Before You Proceed

    Production Introduction 1.1 Before you Proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.  Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.  Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity ...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Overview

    1.2 Motherboard Overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the motherboard. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.

  • Page 17: Motherboard Layout

    1.3 Motherboard Layout...
  • Page 18 Layout Content List Slots Label Function Note CFast Compact Flash socket Rear side MINI_PCIE Mini PCI-E slot 52PIN PCIE PCI Eslot 64PIN SODIMM_A1 204-PIN SODIMM slot 1 204-PIN Jumpers Label Function Note CLRTC Clear CMOS 3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm JCOMPWR1 COM1 RI/+5V/+12V Selection 3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0mm...

  • Page 19: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.4.1 Connect the CPU Fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. Do not forget to connect the CPU Fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable to the motherboard.
  • Page 20 1.4.2 Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard.  Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

  • Page 21: System Memory

    1.5 System Memory 1.5.1 DIMM Sockets Location The motherboard comes with one 204-pin Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) SODIMM sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 204-pin footprint. DDR3 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.
  • Page 22 1.5.3 Installing a DDR3 DIMM 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. Locate the DIMM socket on the board. Hold two edges of the DIMM module carefully, and keep away of touching its connectors.
  • Page 23 1.5.4 Removing a DDR3 DIMM Press the two ejector tabs on the slot outward simultaneously, and then pull out the DIMM module. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the ejector tabs. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.

  • Page 24: Expansion Slots

    1.6 Expansion Slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
  • Page 25 1.6.3 Standard Interrupt Assignments Priority Standard Function System Timer Keyboard Controller Redirect to IRQ#9 IRQ holder for PCI streering* Communications Port (COM1)* IRQ holder for PCI streering* Floppy Disk Controller Printer Port (LPT)* System CMOS/Rear Time IRQ holder for PCI streeing* IRQ holder for PCI streeing* IRQ holder for PCI streeing* PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*...

  • Page 26: Jumpers

    1.7 Jumpers 1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CMOS1) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.
  • Page 27 1.7.2 COM3 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JSETCOM3) +12V Ring +5V (Default) 1.7.3 COM4 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JSETCOM4) +12V Ring +5V (Default)

  • Page 28: Connectors

    1.8 Connectors 1.8.1 Rear Panel Connectors...
  • Page 29 Label Function Description KBMS PS/2 mouse connector The standard PS/2 mouse DIN connector is for a PS/2 mouse. COM12 Serial port connector D-Sub 9-pin, male LAN_USB12 LAN (RJ-45) connector This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
  • Page 30 1.8.2 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP) 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. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high‑definition audio...
  • Page 31 1.8.3 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATXPWR Important notes on the Motherboard Power Requirements ...
  • Page 32 1.8.4 AT/ATX Mode Select (PSON1) ATX MODE (Default) AT MODE 1.8.5 LCD POWER (VDDSAFE) (JBL3) 3.3V...
  • Page 33 1.8.6 Serial Port Connector (COM3, COM4) COM3 COM4 1.8.7 System Panel & Speaker (JFP1 + JFP2) PIN7-10 Internal SPK PIN3-6 POWER BT PIN1-10 External SPK PIN9-12 SYS_RESET...
  • Page 34 1.8.8 Power LED & Keylock (JFP3) 1.8.9 Inverter PWR (JBL1)
  • Page 35 1.8.10 SPI connector (CN4) 1.8.11 SPDIF OUT (SPDIF_OUT1)
  • Page 36 1.8.12 18-bit LVDS Connector (LVDS1) 1.8.13 AMP_R+R-/AMP_L+L- (CN10)
  • Page 37 1.8.14 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1, SATA2) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. SATA1 SATA2 Connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards.
  • Page 38 1.8.15 USB 2.0 Connector (USB56) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of these 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.

  • Page 39: Chapter 2

    Chapter 2 This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. BIOS Setup...

  • Page 40: Bios Setup Program

    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, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to configure your system using this utility.

  • Page 41: Legend Box

    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 Change Option / Field Enter Go to Sub Screen PGDN Next Page PGUP Previous Page General Help Previous Values...

  • Page 42: Bios Menu Screen

    2.2 BIOS Menu Screen When you enter the BIOS, the following screen appears. The BIOS menu screen displays the items that allow you to make changes to the system configuration. 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.
  • Page 43 2.2.1.1 System Date [week, xx/ xx/ xxxx] Set the Date. Use Tab to switch between Data elements. The date format is <week>, <month>, <day>, <year>. 2.2.1.2 System Time [xx : xx : xx] Set the Time. Use Tab to switch between Time elements. The time format is <hour><minute><second>, based on the 24-hour clock.
  • Page 44 2.2.2 Advanced Select the Advanced tab from the setup screen to enter the Advanced BIOS Setup screen. You can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen, such as Chipset configuration, to go to the sub menu for that item. You can display an Advanced BIOS Setup option by highlighting it using the <Arrow>...
  • Page 45 2.2.2.1 ACPI Setting System ACPI Parameters  ACPI Sleep State Select the highest ACPI Sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. Only support S3  S3 Video Repost Enable or Disable S3 Video,  PS2 Keyboard Wake Up Enable or Disable PS2 Keyboard Wake up ...
  • Page 46 2.2.2.2 CPU Configuration The screen displays the auto-detected CPU specifications in more details.  Limit CPUID Maximum Disable for Windows XP  PSS Support Enable/disable the generation of ACPI_PPC, _PSS, and _PCT objects  PSTATE Adjustment Provide to adjust startup P-state level ...
  • Page 47  CPU Information 2.2.2.3 IDE Configuration You can use this screen to select options for the IDE Configuration Settings. Use the up and down <Arrow> keys to select an item. Use the <Plus> and <Minus> keys to change the value of the selected option. A description of the selected item appears on the right side of the screen.
  • Page 48 2.2.2.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change USB features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.  USB Devices Enabled The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows none.
  • Page 49 2.2.2.5 Second Super IO Configuration  Serial Port 3 Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 3 (COMC)  Serial Port 4 Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 4 (COMD)
  • Page 50 2.2.2.6 Super IO Configuration  Restore on AC Power Loss Set AC Power Loss function  WatchDog Mode Set WatchDog Timer  WtachDog Timer Input expect Value (Range: 0-255)  Case Open Warning Enable or Disable Case Open Warning  Serial Port 1 Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 1 (COMA) ...
  • Page 51 2.2.2.7 H/W Monitor  Smart Fan Function Enable or Disable Smart Fan  Smart Fan Mode Configuration Smart Fan Mode Select...
  • Page 52 2.2.3 Chipset The items in this menu allow you to change the Chipset-related features. Select North Bridge Configuration and press <Enter> for further configuration options.
  • Page 53 2.2.3.1 North Bridge The screen displays the auto-detected DDR3 SO-DIMM specifications in more detail  IOMU Mode IOMMU is supported on LINUX based systems to convert 32bit I/O to64bit MMIO.  Memory Clear Memory Clear functionality control...
  • Page 54 2.2.3.1.1 Memory Configuration This screen allows you to configure the graphics options.  Integrated Graphics Enable Integrated Graphics controller  UMA Frame buffer Size Set UMA FB size...
  • Page 55 2.2.3.1.2 Node 0 Information View memory Information related to Node 0...
  • Page 56 2.2.3.2 North Bridge LVDS Config Select  DP0 Output Mode NB PCIE Connect Type (Display device)  DP1 Output Mode NB PCIE Connect Type (Display device)  LVDS Panel Config Select 800x600 1024x768 1280x720 1280x800 1280x1024 1366x768 1440x900 1600x900 1920x1024 ...
  • Page 57 2.2.3.3 South Bridge 2.2.3.3.1 SB SATA Configuration Options for SATA Configuration  OnChip SATA Type Native IDE/ n RAID /n AHCI /n AHCI /n Legacy IDE /n IDE->AHCI /n HyperFlash...
  • Page 58 2.2.3.3.2 SB USB Configuration Options for SB USB Configuration 2.2.3.3.3 SB GPP Port Configuration Options for SB gpp Port Config 2.2.3.3.4 HD Azalia Configuration Options for SB HD Azalia...
  • Page 59 2.2.4 Boot The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.  Setup Prompt Timeout [1] Number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535 (0xFFFF) means indefinite waiting. ...
  • Page 60  Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] Set display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current]  Interrupt 19 Capture [Disable] Enabled : Allow option ROMs to trap Int19. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]  Boot option priorities [Built-in EFI Shell] Select the system boot order.

  • Page 61: Save Changes And Exit

    2.2.5 Save & Exit The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Save Changes and Exit Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM.

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