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- Page 1 EMX-QM57 Intel® QM57/HM55 BGA1288 Core i7/i5/i3 Mobile Mini-ITX Motherboard User’s Manual Ed – August 16, 2011 Part No: E2047QM5701R...
- Page 2 Disclaimer Avalue Technology Inc. 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. Avalue Technology assumes no responsibility or liability for the...
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Page 3: Technical Support
Applications that are described in this manual are for illustration purposes only. Avalue Technology Inc. makes no representation or warranty that such application will be suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification. - Page 4 We are always ready to give advice on application requirements or specific information on the installation and operation of any of our products. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail Headquarters and Branch Avalue Technology Inc. 7F, 228, Lian-cheng Road, Chung Ho City, Taipei, Taiwan Tel: +886-2-8226-2345...
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Page 5: Product Warranty
(such as your sales receipt) in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for warranty service. 5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid to your dealer. EMX-QM57... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
EMX-QM57 Contents Safety Information ......................8 Technical Support ......................9 Conventions Used in This Guide ..................9 Packing List ........................10 Revision History ......................11 Specifications Summary ....................12 Block Diagram ......................... 15 Production Introduction ....................16 Before you Proceed ....................16 Motherboard Overview .................... - Page 7 LVDS Connector (JLVDS1) ......................36 1.8.10 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL1) ....................37 1.8.11 SPI Connector (SPI1) ........................ 37 1.8.12 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT1) ................... 38 1.8.13 Serial SATA Connector (SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) ............39 1.8.14 USB 2.0 Connector (USB78, USB56) ..................40 EMX-QM57...
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Page 8: Safety Information
EMX-QM57 Safety Information Electrical safety To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. -
Page 9: Technical Support
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. EMX-QM57... -
Page 10: Packing List
EMX-QM57 Packing List Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following materials have been shipped: 1 x Intel Core i7/i5/i3 Mobile Processor Mini-ITX Main board 1 x CD-ROM contains the followings: User’s Manual in PDF file... -
Page 11: Revision History
User’s Manual Revision History Revision Revision History Date V 1.0 First release for PCB 1.00 September 3, 2010 EMX-QM57... -
Page 12: Specifications Summary
EMX-QM57 Specifications Summary Specifications System Intel Core i7/i5 Mobile Processor AMI 8MB SPI BIOS” BIOS System Chipset Intel QM57/HM55 Chipset I/O Chipset Winbond W83667HG-A 2 x 204-pin SODIMM socket supports up to 8 GB Dual channel DDR3 1066/800 Memory SDRAM Watchdog Timer Reset: 1 sec.~255 min. - Page 13 6.69" x 6.69" (170 mm x 170 mm) Weight 0.88 lbs (0.4 Kg) Jumpers Label Function Note CLRTC Clear CMOS Normal * Clear CMOS Connectors Label Function Note AAFP1 Front Panel Audio Connector CHA_FAN Chassis Fan Connector CPU_FAN CPU Fan Connector SPDIF_OUT1 Digital Audio connector EMX-QM57...
- Page 14 EMX-QM57 F_PANEL1 System Panel Connector JDIO1 Digital I/O Connector JBKL1 LCD Inverter Connector SPI1 SPI Connector COM2 Serial Port Connector USB56, USB 2.0 Connector USB78 JLVDS1 LVDS Connector * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Page 15: Block Diagram
User’s Manual Block Diagram EMX-QM57... -
Page 16: Production Introduction
EMX-QM57 This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product Product introduction introduction Production Introduction 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. -
Page 17: Motherboard Overview
Screw Holes Place four (4) 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. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis EMX-QM57... -
Page 18: Motherboard Layout
EMX-QM57 Motherboard Layout... -
Page 19: Layout Content List
HDMI connector HDMI 19-pin LAN_USB1 RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 1 29,30 USB connector x 2 LAN_USB2 RJ-45 Ethernet connector x 1 29,30 USB connector x 2 AUDIO Line-in port, Line-out port, 5.1 Channel Audio I/O (3 jacks) Microphone port, EMX-QM57... - Page 20 EMX-QM57 Internal Connector Label Function Note Page EATXPWR ATX power connector 12 x 2 header ATX12V ATX power connector 2 x 2 header COM2 Serial port 2 connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.00mm CPU_FAN CPU fan connector 3 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm...
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Page 21: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)
Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU Cooler assembly. Place the backplate on the rear side of the CPU so that the screw bolts stick through the mounting holes. EMX-QM57... - Page 22 EMX-QM57 Place the Cooler on top of the CPU, making sure that the four screws match the holes on the motherboard. Orient the Cooler assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. Please take off the protection cover at the bottom side of the...
- Page 23 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. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. EMX-QM57...
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Page 24: System Memory
EMX-QM57 System Memory 1.5.1 SO-DIMM Sockets Location The motherboard comes with two 204-pin Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) SO-DIMM sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 SO-DIMM but has a 204-pin footprint compared to the 200-pin DDR2 DIMM. DDR3 SO-DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 SO-DIMM socket. -
Page 25: Installing A Ddr3 So-Dimm
A DDR3 SO-DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a SO-DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the SO-DIMM. The DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets do not support DDR2 SO-DIMMs. DO NOT install DDR2 SO-DIMMs to the DDR3 SO-DIMM socket. EMX-QM57... -
Page 26: Removing A Ddr3 So-Dimm
EMX-QM57 1.5.4 Removing a DDR3 SO-DIMM Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the SO-DIMM. Remove the SO-DIMM from the socket. Support the SO-DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The SO-DIMM might get damaged when it flips out... -
Page 27: Expansion Slots
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any. Assign an IRQ to the card if needed. Refer to the tables on the next page. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. EMX-QM57... -
Page 28: Standard Interrupt Assignments
EMX-QM57 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*... -
Page 29: Pci Express X16
PCI Express specifications. The figure shows the type of Graphic card that can be installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 1.6.5 Mini PCI Express x 1 This motherboard supports Mini PCI Express wireless LAN, and TV tuner device. EMX-QM57... -
Page 30: Jumpers
EMX-QM57 Jumpers 1.7.1 Clear CMOS (CLRTC1) 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 31: Connectors
10/100/1000 Mbps LAN controller allows 10/100/1000 Mbps connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. ACT / LINK LED SPEED LED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Blinking Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection EMX-QM57... - Page 32 EMX-QM57 Label Function Description AUDIO1 Line-In port (Light Blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. AUDIO1 Line-Out port (Lime) This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
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Page 33: Atx Power Connector (Eatxpwr, Atx12V)
300W for a fully configured system. The system can become unstable and might experience difficulty powering up if the power supply is inadequate. You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices. 1.8.3 Serial Port 2 Connector (COM2) EMX-QM57... -
Page 34: Front Panel Audio Connector (Aafp1)
EMX-QM57 1.8.4 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP1) 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. -
Page 35: Chassis Fan Connector (Cha_Fan)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. EMX-QM57... -
Page 36: Digital I/O Connector (Jdio01)
EMX-QM57 ATX Power Button/Soft-off Button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. -
Page 37: Lcd Inverter Connector (Jbkl1)
User’s Manual 1.8.10 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL1) Signal Description Signal Signal Description Bright adjust. Vadj=0.75V ~ 4.25V (Recommended: 4.7KΩ, > 1/16W) ENBKL LCD backlight ON/OFF control signal 1.8.11 SPI Connector (SPI1) EMX-QM57... -
Page 38: Digital Audio Connector (Spdif_Out1)
EMX-QM57 1.8.12 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT1) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. -
Page 39: Serial Sata Connector (Sata1, Sata2, Sata3, Sata4)
SATA4 Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA. When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 connector. EMX-QM57... -
Page 40: Usb 2.0 Connector (Usb78, Usb56)
EMX-QM57 1.8.14 USB 2.0 Connector (USB78, 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.
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