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  • Page 1 MS-98A9 (v1.x) Industrial Computer Board...

  • Page 2: Trademarks

    ▍ Preface Copyright Notice The material in this document is our intellectual property. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    MS-98A9 Safety Instructions ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ￭ Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. ￭ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ￭ Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. ￭ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating.

  • Page 4: Ce Conformity

    ▍ Preface CE Conformity Hereby, we declare that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive. 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.

  • Page 5: Weee Statement

    MS-98A9 WEEE Statement ENGLISH Under the European Union (“EU”) Directive on Waste Electrical and Elec- tronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of “electrical and electronic equipment” cannot be discarded as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life.
  • Page 6 ▍ Preface SRPSKI Po Direktivi Evropske unije (“EU”) o odbačenoj ekektronskoj i električnoj opremi, Di- rektiva 2002/96/EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi koji spadaju pod “elektronsku i električnu opremu” ne mogu više biti odbačeni kao običan otpad i proizvođači ove opreme biće prinuđeni da uzmu natrag ove proizvode na kraju njihovog uobičajenog veka trajanja.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    MS-98A9 Contents Copyright Notice ................. ii Trademarks ..................ii Revision History .................. ii Safety Instructions ................iii CE Conformity ..................iv FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ......iv WEEE Statement ................v Chapter 1 Overview ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1-1 Mainboard Specifications ..............1-2 Mainboard Layout ................

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Overview

    Chapter 1 Overview Thank you for choosing MS-98A9, an excellent indus- trial computer board. Based on the innovative Intel Panther Point chip- ® set for optimal system efficiency, MS-98A9 sup- ports Ivy Bridge and Sandy Bridge processor series in socket LGA1155 and supports up to four DDR3 1066/1333/1600 SO-DIMM slots to provide the maxi- mum of 32GB memory capacity.

  • Page 9: Mainboard Specifications

    ▍ Overview Mainboard Specifications ■ Intel Ivy Bridge series and Sandy Bridge series processor in socket LGA1155 (Optional) Chipset ■ Intel Q77 PCH ■ Support iAMT 8.0 ■ Memory 4 DDR3 1066/1333/1600 SO-DIMM slots ■ Supports the maximum of 32GB ■...

  • Page 10: Form Factor

    MS-98A9 Onboard ■ 3 USB 2.0 pinheaders ■ 5 serial port connectors Connectors/ ■ 1 GPIO pinheader Pinheaders ■ 1 front audio pinheader ■ 1 chassis intrusion pinheader ■ 1 Parallel port pinheader ■ 1 TPM module connector (optional) ■...

  • Page 11: Mainboard Layout

    ▍ Overview Mainboard Layout Fan Power DIMM Slot Connector COM Power Jumper 4-pin Power Connector Serial Port Connector COM Power Jumper COM Power Jumper 24-pin Power Connector Fan Power Connector Clear CMOS Jumper PCI-E Slot SATA Connector Slot Front GPIO Pinheader Audio Header Chassis Intrusion...

  • Page 12: Chapter 2 Hardware Setup

    Chapter 2 Hardware Setup This chapter provides you with the information on mainboard hardware configurations. Incorrect setting of jumpers and connectors may damage your main- board. Please pay special attention not to connect these headers in wrong direction. DO NOT adjust any jumper while the mainboard is powered on.

  • Page 13: Components Reference Guide

    ▍ Hardware Setup Components Reference Guide Port Name Port Type Page LGA 1155 CPU Socket DIMM1~4 DDR3 Memory Slots JPWR1 ATX 24-pin Power Connector JPWR2 ATX 8-pin Power Connector Back Panel I/O Ports CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~4 Fan Power Connectors 2-19 JAUD1 Front Panel Audio Connector 2-23 JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper...

  • Page 14: Cpu

    MS-98A9 CPU (Central Processing Unit) When you are installing the CPU, make sure that you install the cooler to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning on the computer. Important Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.

  • Page 15: Cpu & Cooler Installation

    ▍ Hardware Setup CPU & Cooler Installation When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler at- tached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
  • Page 16 MS-98A9 Secure the lever near the Make sure the four hooks are hook end under the reten- in proper position before you tion tab. install the cooler. Align the holes on the mainboard with the cooler. Push down the cooler until its four clips get wedged into the holes of the mainboard.

  • Page 17: Memory

    ▍ Hardware Setup Memory These DIMM slots are intended for memory modules. DDR3 240-pin, 1�5V 48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 pin Installing Memory Modules The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right orientation. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot.

  • Page 18: Power Supply

    MS-98A9 Power Supply 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR1 This connector allows you to connect an 24-pin power supply. To connect the 24-pin power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the connector.

  • Page 19: Back Panel I/O

    ▍ Hardware Setup Back Panel I/O Mouse/ Keyboard LAN Jack LAN Jack Port Serial Port Line-In Jack VGA Port Line-Out Jack Mic-In Jack Displayport USB 2�0 DVI-D Port USB 3�0 USB 3�0 Port Port Port ▶ Mouse/Keyboard Port The standard PS/2 mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2 mouse/ keyboard.
  • Page 20 MS-98A9 ▶ RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Connector (Optional) The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the connector. RS-232 SIGNAL DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 21 ▍ Hardware Setup ▶ The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to it. Left LED Right LED Left LED Right LED (Active LED) (100M/1000M Speed LED) LED Color Orange Green/Yellow No Transmission...

  • Page 22: Connector

    MS-98A9 Connector Chassis Intrusion Pinheader: CI1 This connector is provided to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this status and show a warning message on the screen.
  • Page 23 ▍ Hardware Setup TPM Module Connector: JTPM1 This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. Fan Power Connector: CPUFAN1, SYSFAN1, SYS- FAN2, SYSFAN3 The fan power connector supports system cooling fan with +12V. When connecting the wire to the connectors, always note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to the +12V;...
  • Page 24 MS-98A9 GPIO Pinheader: JGPIO1 This connector is provided for the General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) peripheral module. Front Panel Pinheader: JFP1 This front panel connector is provided for electrical connection to the front panel switches & LEDs and is compliant with Intel Front Panel I/O Con- nectivity Design Guide.
  • Page 25 ▍ Hardware Setup Front USB Pinheader: JUSB1 ~ JUSB3 This connector, compliant with Intel I/O Connectivity Design Guide, is ideal for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and the like. USB 2�0 Bracket (Optional) Important Note that the pins of +5V and GND must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.
  • Page 26 MS-98A9 Serial Port Connector: COM2 ~ COM6 This connector is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device to it through an optional serial port bracket. SIGNAL DESCRIPTION NDCD Data Carrier Detect...
  • Page 27 ▍ Hardware Setup Front Audio Pinheader: JAUD1 This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. Parallel Port Header: JLPT1 The mainboard provides a 26-pin header for connection to an optional paral- lel port bracket.

  • Page 28: Jumper

    MS-98A9 Jumper Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR CMOS1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to keep the data of system configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear data.
  • Page 29 ▍ Hardware Setup AT/ATX Select Jumper: JAT1 This jumper allows users to select between AT and ATX power. JAT1 AT Power ATX Power COM Port Power Jumper: JCOMP1 ~ JCOMP6 These jumpers specify the operation voltage of the onboard serial ports. JCOMP1~6 +12V 2-18...

  • Page 30: Slot

    MS-98A9 Slot PCI-E (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot The PCIE slot supports the PCIE interface expansion card. PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.
  • Page 31 ▍ Hardware Setup ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) Slot The ISA slot supports the ISA interface expansion card. Mini PCI-E Slot The Mini PCI-E slot is provided for wireless LAN card, TV tuner card, and Robson NAND Flash card . mSATA Slot The mSATA slot is provided for mSATA SSD device .

  • Page 32: Chapter 3 Bios Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Setup This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. You may need to run the Setup program when: ■ An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP.

  • Page 33: Entering Setup

    ▍ BIOS Setup Entering Setup Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <DEL> key to enter Setup. PRESS DEL TO ENTER SETUP If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button.

  • Page 34: Getting Help

    MS-98A9 GETTING HELP After entering the Setup menu, the first menu you will see is the Main Menu. Main Menu The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes to. You can use the arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to select the item. The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 35: The Menu Bar

    ▍ BIOS Setup The Menu Bar ▶ Main Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. ▶ Advanced Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features. ▶ Boot Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices. ▶...

  • Page 36: Main

    MS-98A9 Main ▶ System Time This setting allows you to set the system time. The time format is <Hour> <Minute> <Second>. ▶ System Date This setting allows you to set the system date. The date format is <Day>, <Month> <Date> <Year>.
  • Page 37 ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ SATA1 ~ SATA5 [Type] Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to select [Manual], [None] or [Auto] type. Note that the specifications of your drive must match with the drive table. The hard disk will not work properly if you enter improper information for this category.

  • Page 38: Advanced

    MS-98A9 Advanced ▶ Full Screen Logo Display This BIOS feature determines if the BIOS should hide the normal POST messages with the motherboard or system manufacturer’s full-screen logo. When it is enabled, the BIOS will display the full-screen logo during the boot-up sequence, hiding normal POST messages.
  • Page 39 ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ Option ROM Messages This item is used to determine the display mode when an optional ROM is initialized during POST. When set to [Force BIOS], the display mode used by AMI BIOS is used. Select [Keep Current] if you want to use the display mode of optional ROM.
  • Page 40 MS-98A9 ■ Enabled: All shared ports are eventually routed to the xHCI control- ler during the BIOS boot process. If BIOS does NOT have pre-boot support for the xHCI controller, it should initially route the sharable ports to the EHCI controller and then prior to OS boot it should route the ports to xHCI controller.
  • Page 41 ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ Execute Disable Bit Intel’s Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of mali- cious “buffer overflow” attacks when combined with a supporting operating system. This functionality allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a mali- cious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propagation.
  • Page 42 MS-98A9 ▶ Serial Port 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 This setting enables/disables the specified serial port. ▶ Change Settings Serial Port 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 This setting is used to change the address & IRQ settings of the specified serial port.
  • Page 43 ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ Smart Fan Configuration ▶ CPUFAN Type This setting specifies the fan type. ▶ Smart CPUFAN, SYSFAN1/ 2/ 3 Function This setting enables/disables the Smart Fan function. Smart Fan is an excellent feature which will adjust the CPU/system fan speed automati- cally depending on the current CPU/system temperature, avoiding the overheating to damage your system.

  • Page 44: Boot

    MS-98A9 Boot ▶ Boot Option #1 / 2 / 3 This setting allows users to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system. ▶ Hard Drive BBS Priorities This setting allows users to set the priority of the specified devices. First press <Enter>...

  • Page 45: Security

    ▍ BIOS Setup Security ▶ Administrator Password Administrator Password controls access to the BIOS Setup utility. ▶ User Password User Password controls access to the system at boot and to the BIOS Setup utility. ▶ Chassis Intrusion The field enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status and issuing a warning message if the chassis is once opened.
  • Page 46 MS-98A9 ▶ Trusted Computing ▶ Security Device Support This setting enables/disables the Security Device. ▶ Intel TXT(LT) Configuration ▶ PCH-FW Configuration ▶ MDES BIOS Status Code This setting enables or disables MDES BIOS Status Code. ▶ Firmware Update Configuration Configure Management Engine Technology parameters.
  • Page 47 ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology Configuration ▶ Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology This item is used to enable/disable the Intel Anti-Theft Technology. ▶ Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology Rec Set the number of times recovery attempted will be allowed. ▶ Enter Intel(R) AT Suspend Mode This item is used to enable or disable the request that platform enters AT suspend mode.
  • Page 48 MS-98A9 ▶ BIOS Hotkey Pressed Enable/Disable BIOS hotkey press. ▶ MEBx Selection Screen Enable/Disable MEBx selection screen. ▶ Hide Un-Configure ME Confirmation Hide Un-Configure ME without password Confirmation Prompt. ▶ MEBx Debug Message Output Enable MEBx debug message output. ▶...
  • Page 49 ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ Serial Port Console Redirection ▶ Console Redirection Enable/Disable Console Redirection feature. 3-18...

  • Page 50: Chipset

    MS-98A9 Chipset ▶ VT-d This item is used to enable/disable the Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. For further information, please refer to Intel official website. ▶ Primary Display This setting specifies which is your primary graphics adapter. ▶ DVMT Pre-Allocated This setting defines the DVMT pre-allocated memory.

  • Page 51: Power

    ▍ BIOS Setup Power ▶ ACPI Sleep State This item specifies the power saving modes for ACPI function. If your oper- ating system supports ACPI, you can choose to enter the Standby mode in S1 (POS) or S3 (STR) fashion through the setting of this field. ▶...
  • Page 52 MS-98A9 ▶ Deep S5 The setting enables/disables the Deep S5 power saving mode. S5 is almost the same as G3 Mechanical Off, except that the PSU still supplies power, at a minimum, to the power button to allow return to S0. A full reboot is required.

  • Page 53: Exit

    ▍ BIOS Setup Exit ▶ Save Changes and Exit Save changes to CMOS and exit the Setup Utility. ▶ Discard Changes and Exit Abandon all changes and exit the Setup Utility. ▶ Discard Changes Abandon all changes. ▶ Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard.

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