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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 in a residential instal-
lation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern-
ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system's
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NM70-I USER MANUAL
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  • Page 1 Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern- ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Provides information on us- page 23 ing the BIOS Setup Utility. Using BIOS  Chapter 4 Describes the motherboard page 53 software. Using the Motherboard Software  Chapter 5 page 57 Provides basic trouble shoot- Trouble Shooting ing tips. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About the Setup Utility...............23 The Standard Configuration............23 Entering the Setup Utility............23 Resetting the Default CMOS Values........24 Using BIOS..................24 BIOS Navigation Keys..............25 Main Menu................26 Advanced Menu..............27 Chipset Menu................39 Tweak Menu................46 Boot Menu................47 Security Menu.................50 Exit Menu................51 Updating the BIOS..............52 NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 4 Using the Motherboard Software Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8........53 ..Running Setup..............53 Manual Installation................55 ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility) (Optional)....55 Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly..........57 Start up problems after prolong use..........58 Maintenance and care tips..............58 Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...........59...
  • Page 5: Introducing The Motherboard

    Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the NM70-I motherboard. This motherboard is a high perfor- ® mance, enhanced function. This motherboard has onboard Intel Celeron ICP847/ 807 or other Processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications ® • Onboard Intel Celeron ICP847/807 or other Processors Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list. ® Chipset • Intel NM70 Chipset Memory • Single-channel DDR3 memory architecture • 1 x 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM socket supports up to 8 GB •...
  • Page 7 - Supports GUI UEFI BIOS II - Supports Multi-Language - Supports AC’97/HD Audio auto detect (default) AP Support • Supports eBLU*/eDLU/eSF* Note: *Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required. Form Factor • Mini ITX Size, 170mm x 170mm NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 8: Motherboard Components

    Motherboard Components NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 9 14. SYS_FAN 3-pin system cooling fan connector 15. CPU_FAN 3-pin CPU cooling fan connector 16. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header 17. COM2 Onboard serial port header 18. LPT Onboard parallel port header 19. SO_DIMM1 204-pin DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMM NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 10: I/O Ports

    It is used to connect to a microphone. 9. HDMI Port (DVI port optional) You can connect the display device to the HDMI/DVI port. 10. PS/2 Keyboard (purple) Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 11: Installing The Motherboard

    Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws. Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 12: Checking Jumper Settings

    The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 13: Installing Hardware

    Refer to the following to install the memory modules. Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it seats correctly. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the notches in the DIMM slot. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 14: Installing Add-On Cards

    Specification revision 2.0, which runs at x8 mode. Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually configure the card before installation. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 15 For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can begin using the add-on card. Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card: Install the VGA Card in the PCIEX16 slot NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 16: Connecting Optional Devices

    2-4-3. Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: Components Components ME_UNLOCK COM2 CASE SATA1~4 SPDIFO F_USB1~2 F_AUDIO —— —— 1. LDC: Debug Card Header NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 17 Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your system. 3. LPT: Onboard parallel port header This header can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 18 The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented mi- crophone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by default. If you want connect an AC’ 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers, please set as below picture. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 19 If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Using Front Jack Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Using Front Jack Detect ”. * For reference only NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 20 6. ME_UNLOCK: ME Unlock Header 7. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 21 USB 2.0 connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard. Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indi- cated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang- NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 22: Installing A Sata Hard Drive

    Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard. Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive. Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other end to the power supply. * For reference only NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 23: Connecting Case Components

    After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: Components ATX_PWR SYS_FAN CPU_FAN F_PANEL 1. ATX_POWER: ATX 24-pin Power Connector Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 24 FAN Power Connector) Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN. Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A ~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 25 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal. This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 26 Memo NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 27: Using Bios

    When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines. POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines are completed, the following message appears: Press DEL to enter SETUP NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 28: Resetting The Default Cmos Values

    Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for informa- tion. Some options (marked with an icon ) lead to submenus that enable you to change the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 29: Bios Navigation Keys

    BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture’s website for updated manual. 2. In this Gui BIOS, you can operate by mouse or keyboard. Click : select item; Double click: enter; Right click: exit. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 30: Main Menu

    The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 31: Advanced Menu

    : Select Screen  USB Configuration  /Click: Select Item Super IO Configuration Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 32: Lan Configuration

    F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable the Onboard LAN. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 33: Pc Health Status

    ESC/Right Click: Exit CPU/System Smart Fan Control (Enabled) These items enable you to define the CPU/system by smartly adjusting the CPU/ system Fan. When it is set at certain temperature, the CPU/system Fan PWM value will change accordingly. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 34: Power Management Setup

    Resume By PME (Disabled) This item specify whether the system will be awakened from power saving modes when activity or input signal of the specified hardware peripheral or components is detected. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 35: Acpi Settings

    F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit ACPI Sleep State [S3(Suspend to RAM)] This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) Sleep State(default). Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 36: Cpu Configuration

    This item shows that the computer supports Intel HT Technology or not. Intel VT-x Technology (Supported) This item shows that the computer supports Intel VT-x Technology or not. Active Processor Cores (All) This item shows the number of cores to enable in each processor package. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 37 Use this item to control the time window over PL1 value should be maintained. Short duration power limit (0) CPU will use this power limit for a very short duration. After that, the long duration power limit will be honored. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 38: Sata Configuration

    SATA Port1~4 (Empty) This motherboard supports four SATA channels, each channel allows one SATA device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 39: Usb Configuration

    All USB Devices (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices. Legacy USB Support (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 40: Super Io Configuration

    This item allows you to enable or disable serial port. Device Settings (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4) This item shows the information of the device settings. Change Settings (Auto) Use this item to change device settings. Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 41 This item allows you to enable or disable serial port. Device Settings (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4) This item shows the information of the device settings. Change Settings (Auto) Use this item to change device settings. Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 42 Use this item to change device settings. Device Mode (Standard Parallel PO...) This item shows the information of the device mode. Press <Esc> to return to the Super IO Configuration page. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 43: Chipset Menu

    When set to Fixed Mode, the graphics driver will reserve a fixed position of the sys- tem memory as graphics memory, according to system and graphics requirements. IGD Multi-Monitor (Disabled) This item enables or disables IGD (Internal Graphics devices) multi-monitor. Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 44 Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics devices under Windows 7/8. Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information, please refer to chapter 4.)
  • Page 45 Internal Graphics IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled Device. : Select Screen   /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 46: Display Devices

    Extend desktop to this display You must select Apply before making additional changes. Disconnect this display Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? Cancel Apply NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 47 Multiple displays: Extend desktop to this display You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? Cancel Apply NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 48: Pch Configuration

    This item enables or disables the warning if the case is opened up, and the item below indicates the current status of the case. Chassis Opened This item indicates whether the case has been opened. Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 49 +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit ME FW Version (8.1.0.1248) This item shows the ME FW version. Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 50: Tweak Menu

    2. Press and hold the “Page Up Key (PgUp)” of the keyboard, and then boot the PC 3. Two seconds after the PC boots up, release the “Page Up Key (PgUp)”. 4. The BIOS returns to the default setting by itself. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 51: Boot Menu

    This item enables you to select NumLock state. Quiet Boot (Enabled) This item enables or disables quiet boot. Boot mode select (LEGACY) Use this item to select boot mode. Boot Option #1/2/3/4/5/6/7 Use these items to set the system boot order. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 52 F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Boot Option #1 (Kingmax USB2.0 Flash...) Use this item to set the boot device priority from available USB Key device. Press <Esc> to return to the Boot Menu page. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 53: Csm Parameters

    Launch Video OpROM policy (Legacy only) This controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy Video OpROM. Other PCI device ROM priority (Legacy OpROM) For PCI devices other than Network, Mass storage or Video defines which OpROM to launch. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 54: Security Menu

    Secure Boot state (Disabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the secure boot state. Secure Boot (Enabled) This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in User Mode. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 55: Exit Menu

    This item enables you to save the changes that you have made as user defaults. Restore User Defaults This item enables you to restore the user defaults. Boot Override Use this item to select the boot device. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 56: Updating The Bios

    BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically. This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software supplied with the motherboard. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 57: Using The Motherboard Software

    Click Setup. The installation program begins: The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing. The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 58 Windows 8 will show the following screen after system restart, you must select “Desktop” in the bottom left to install the next driver. NM70-I USER MANUAL...
  • Page 59: Manual Installation

    ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility) (Optional) ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes your computing more easily and conveniently. These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software.
  • Page 60 Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers. eBLU ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check-mark. Click”install” button to install. Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
  • Page 61: Trouble Shooting

    Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information: http:// www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.aspx?MenulD=49& childid=M 49&LanlD=0 a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.
  • Page 62: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use

    4. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal component. Please logo onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/ Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information. Maintenance and care tips Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance.
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