User Manual

AKMB-G41M

Intel® LGA775 Core™2 Quad/

Core™2 Duo mATX Motherboard
with VGA/DDR3/GbE LAN/6COM
Safety Information
Electrical Safety

 To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electri-
cal outlet before relocating the system.
 When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power
cables for the devices unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If pos-
sible, disconnect all power cables from existing system before you add a device.
 Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that
all power cables are unplugged.
 Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
 Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If
you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact
your local power company.
 If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it yourself. Contact a qualified ser-
vice technician or your retailer.

Operational Safety

 Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
 Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the
power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer
immediately.
 To avoid short circuit, keep paper clips, screws and staples away from connec-
tors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
 Avoid dust, humidity and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any
area where it may become wet.
 Place the product on a stable surface.
 If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.

Caution! The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal
waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

Part No. 20020G4100 Edition 1

Printed in Taiwan January 2011

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A Message to the Customer
Advantech Customer Services

Each and every Advantech product is built to the most exacting specifications to
ensure reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of indus-
trial environments. Whether your new Advantech equipment is destined for the labo-
ratory or the factory floor, you can be assured that your product will provide the
reliability and ease of operation for which the name Advantech has come to be
known.
Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to Advantech’s customer
services. To ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instruc-
tions below carefully.

Technical Support

We want you to get the maximum performance from your products. So if you run into
technical difficulties, we are here to help. For the most frequently asked questions,
you can easily find answers in your product documentation. These answers are nor-
mally a lot more detailed than the ones we can give over the phone.
So please consult this manual first. If you still cannot find the answer, gather all the
information or questions that apply to your problem, and with the product close at
hand, call your dealer. Our dealers are well trained and ready to give you the support
you need to get the most from your Advantech products. In fact, most problems
reported are minor and are able to be easily solved over the phone.
In addition, free technical support is available from Advantech engineers every busi-
ness day. We are always ready to give advice on application requirements or specific
information on the installation and operation of any of our products.
Declaration of Conformity
FCC

This device complies with the requirements in part 15 of the FCC rules:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
 This device may not cause harmful interference
 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A dig-
ital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-
vide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Opera-
tion of this device in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense. The
user is advised that any equipment changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance would void the compliance to FCC regula-
tions and therefore, the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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 Caution! There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the man-
ufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions.

CPU Compatibility

Core Mgn L2 Advantech

CPU family sSpec Power FSB
stepping tech cache PN
Core2 Quad Q9400 2.66Hz 96MP2QD-
SLB9B R0 95W 1333 45nm 6M
EM64T Quad Core 26FB-6M7T
Core2 Quad Q6600 2.4GHz 96MP2QD-
SLACR G0 95W 1066 65nm 8M
EM64T Quad Core 24FA-8M7T
Core2 Duo E8400 3.0GHz 96MP2DD-
SLB9J E0 65W 1333 45nm 6M
EM64T Dual Core 3FB-6M7T1
96MPC4-
Celeron 440 2GHz SL9XL A1 35W 800 65nm 512KB
2.0F8-5K7T

Memory Compatibility

Advantech
Brand Size Speed Type ECC Vendor PN Memory
PN
DDR3 KVR1333D3 ELPIDA J1108BABG-
Kingston 1 GB DDR3 N N/A
1333 N9/1G DJ-E
96D3-
DDR3 TS128MLK6 SEC 813 HCF8
Transcend 1 GB DDR3 N 1G1066NN
1066 4V1U K4B1G08460
-TR
DDR3 KVR1066D3 Kingston
Kingston 1 GB DDR3 N N/A
1066 N7/1G D1288JPNDPLD9U
DDR3 KVR1066D3 ELPIDA J1108BDSE-
Kingston 2GB DDR3 N N/A
1066 N7/2G DJ-F

Ordering Information

AKMB-G41M Ordering Information

On-board Chipse Display
Part Number Memory LAN COM
Display t Processor
AKMB-G41MF-00A1E Yes G41 DDR3 800/1066 1 6 CRT

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Product Warranty (18 months)
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for 18 months from the date of pur-
chase.
This warranty does not apply to any products that have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been
subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no
liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantech’s high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of
our customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defec-
tive, 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. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU
speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem
occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandise
authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return
more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement
Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (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.

Initial Inspection
Before you begin installing your motherboard, please make sure that the following
materials have been shipped:
 LGA775 Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo/Pentium Dual Core/ Celeron mATX
Motherboard with VGA/DDR3/Single GbE LAN/6COM
 1 x AKMB-G41M startup manual
 1 x CD with driver utility and manual
 2 x Serial ATA HDD data cable
 2 x Serial ATA HDD power cable
 1 x I/O port bracket

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales repre-
sentative immediately. We have carefully inspected the AKMB-G41M mechanically
and electrically before shipment. It should be free of marks and scratches and in per-
fect working order upon receipt. As you unpack the AKMB-G41M, check it for signs of
shipping damage. (For example, damaged box, scratches, dents, etc.) If it is dam-
aged or it fails to meet the specifications, notify our service department or your local
sales representative immediately. Also notify the carrier. Retain the shipping carton
and packing material for inspection by the carrier. After inspection, we will make
arrangements to repair or replace the unit.

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Information ............................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Features .................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Specifications ............................................................................................ 2
1.3.1 System .......................................................................................... 2
1.3.2 Memory ......................................................................................... 2
1.3.3 Input/Output .................................................................................. 3
1.3.4 Graphics........................................................................................ 3
1.3.5 Ethernet LAN ................................................................................ 3
1.3.6 Industrial features ......................................................................... 3
1.3.7 Mechanical and environmental specifications............................... 3
1.4 Jumpers and Connectors .......................................................................... 4
Table 1.1: Connectors ................................................................. 4
Table 1.2: Jumpers...................................................................... 5
1.5 Board layout: Jumper and Connector Locations ....................................... 6
Figure 1.1 Jumper and Connector Location ................................ 6
Figure 1.2 I/O Connectors ........................................................... 6
1.6 AKMB-G41M Block Diagram..................................................................... 7
Figure 1.3 AKMB-G41M Block Diagram ...................................... 7
1.7 Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 8
1.8 Jumper Settings ........................................................................................ 8
1.8.1 How to set jumpers ....................................................................... 8
1.8.2 CMOS clear (CMOS1) .................................................................. 9
Table 1.3: CMOS1....................................................................... 9
1.8.3 Chassis instruction connector (JCASE1) ...................................... 9
1.8.4 ATX/AT mode selector (PSON1) .................................................. 9
Table 1.4: ATX/AT mode selector (PSON1)................................ 9
1.9 System Memory ........................................................................................ 9
1.10 Memory Installation Procedures................................................................ 9
1.11 Cache Memory........................................................................................ 10
1.12 Processor Installation.............................................................................. 10

Chapter 2 Connecting Peripherals ....................11

2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 12
2.2 USB Ports (USB34/LAN1_USB12/USB56/USB78) ................................ 12
Table 2.1: LAN LED Indicator.................................................... 12
2.3 VGA Connector (VGA1) .......................................................................... 13
2.4 Serial Ports (COM1~COM6) ................................................................... 14
2.5 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1) .................................... 15
2.6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1).......................................................... 15
2.7 System FAN Connector (SYS_FAN1/2).................................................. 16
2.8 Front Panel Connectors (JFP1/2/3) ........................................................ 16
Table 2.2: JFP1+JFP2............................................................... 17
Table 2.3: JFP3 ......................................................................... 17
2.9 Line Out and Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)............................................... 17
2.10 Serial ATA Interface (SATA 1/2/3/4) ....................................................... 18
2.11 ATX Power Connector (ATX12V1, EATXPWR1).................................... 19
2.12 Front Panel Audio Connector (FPAUDIO1) ............................................ 20
2.13 Primary EIDE Connector (IDE1) ............................................................. 21
2.14 Digital Audio Connector(SPDIF_OUT1).................................................. 21

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Chapter 3 BIOS Operation ................................. 23
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 24
3.2 BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 24
3.2.1 Main Menu .................................................................................. 25
3.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features ........................................................... 26
3.2.3 CPU Configuration...................................................................... 26
3.2.4 IDE/SATA Configuration ............................................................. 27
3.2.5 Super IO Configuration ............................................................... 28
3.2.6 Hardware Health Configuration .................................................. 28
3.2.7 ACPI Setting ............................................................................... 29
3.2.8 General ACPI Configuration ....................................................... 30
3.2.9 APM Configuration...................................................................... 30
3.2.10 Advanced PCI/PnP Setting......................................................... 31
3.2.11 Boot Setting ................................................................................ 32
3.2.12 Security Setting........................................................................... 32
3.2.13 Advanced Chipset Settings......................................................... 33
3.2.14 North Bridge Chipset Configuration ............................................ 33
3.2.15 South Bridge Chipset Configuration ........................................... 34
3.2.16 Exit Option .................................................................................. 35

Chapter 4 Chipset Software Installation Utility 37

4.1 Before you begin..................................................................................... 38
4.2 Introduction ............................................................................................. 38
4.3 Windows XP/Windows 7 Driver Setup .................................................... 39

Chapter 5 VGA Setup ......................................... 41

5.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 42
5.2 Windows XP/7......................................................................................... 42

Chapter 6 LAN Configuration ............................ 45

6.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 46
6.2 Features.................................................................................................. 46
6.3 Installation............................................................................................... 46
6.4 Windows XP/ Windows 7 Setup (Realtek RTL8111DL).......................... 46

Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer . 49

A.1 Programming the Watchdog Timer ......................................................... 50
A.1.1 Watchdog timer overview ........................................................... 50
A.1.2 Programming the Watchdog Timer............................................. 50
Table A.1: Watchdog Timer Registers....................................... 52
A.1.3 Example Program ....................................................................... 53

Appendix B I/O Pin Assignments ......................... 57

B.1 USB Header (USB56) ............................................................................. 58
Table B.1: USB Header (USB56) .............................................. 58
B.2 USB Header (USB78) ............................................................................. 58
Table B.2: USB Header (USB78) .............................................. 58
B.3 VGA Connector (VGA1).......................................................................... 59
Table B.3: VGA Connector (VGA1) ........................................... 59

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 B.4 RS-232 Interface (COM1-COM6)............................................................ 59
Table B.4: RS-232 Interface (COM1~COM2) ............................ 59
B.5 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1) .................................... 60
Table B.5: PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1) ..... 60
B.6 CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1) .............................................. 60
Table B.6: CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)................ 60
B.7 System Fan Power Connector (SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2) ....................... 61
Table B.7: System Fan Power Connector (SYSFAN1/SYSFAN2)
61
B.8 Front Panel Connectors (JFP1/2) ........................................................... 61
Table B.8: JFP1+JFP2............................................................... 61
B.9 ATX1 12 V Auxiliary Power Connector (ATX12V1)................................. 61
Table B.9: ATX1 12 V Auxiliary Power Connector (ATX12V1) .. 61
B.10 ATX Power Connector (EATXPWR1) ..................................................... 62
Table B.10:ATX Power Connector (ATX2) ................................. 62
B.11 USB/LAN ports (LAN1_USB12/USB34).................................................. 62
Table B.11:USB Port................................................................... 62
Table B.12:Ethernet 10/100Mbps RJ-45 Port ............................. 62
B.12 Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)..................................................... 63
B.13 Serial ATA0 (SATA1) .............................................................................. 63
Table B.13:Serial ATA0 (SATA1)................................................ 63
B.14 Serial ATA (SATA2 ~ 4) .......................................................................... 63
Table B.14:Serial ATA1 (SATA2 ~ 4) ......................................... 63
B.15 AT/ATX Mode (PSON1) .......................................................................... 63
Table B.15:AT/ATX Mode (PSON1) ........................................... 63
B.16 FPAUDIO1(Front Panel Audio Connector) ............................................. 64
Table B.16:Front Panel Audio Connector (FPAUDIO1).............. 64
B.17 Interrupt Assignments ............................................................................. 64
Table B.17:Interrupt Assignments............................................... 64
B.18 1st MB Memory Map ............................................................................... 65
Table B.18:1st MB Memory Map ................................................ 65

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 Chapter 1
1 General Information
1.1 Introduction
The AKMB-G41M is designed with the Intel® G41 and the ICH7 for industrial applica-
tions that require both performance computing and enhanced power management
capabilities. The motherboard supports Intel Pentium LGA 775 CoreTM 2 Quad up to
2.66 GHz/Core 2 Duo up to 3.16 GHz/Pentium Dual-Core up to 2.93 GHz/Celeron up
to 1.6 GHz with 800/1066/1333 MHz front side bus and DDR3 800/1066 MHz up to
4 GB.
The AKMB-G41M offers cost-saving integrated graphics, built on the Intel® G41
chipset and features the unique Intel® Extreme Graphics architecture that maximizes
VGA performance and shares system memory up to 256 MB.
Advantech AKMB-G41M is designed with an Intel G41 chipset and supports Intel
Core 2 Quad/Duo processor up to FSB 1333 MHz. A rich I/O connectivity of 6 serial
ports, 8 USB 2.0, single GbE LAN and 4 SATA ports.

1.2 Features
 Cost effective G41 chipset: support 800/1066/1333 Front side bus
 Rich I/O connectivity: 6 serial ports, 8 USB 2.0, single GbE LAN
 Standard Micro ATX form factor with industrial feature: The AKMB-G41M is
the most fully-featured Micro ATX motherboard with balanced expandability and
the performance
 Wide selection of storage devices: SATA HDD, customers benefit the flexibil-
ity of using the most suitable storage device for large capacity
 Optimized integrated graphic solution: With Intel® Graphics Media Accelera-
tor X4500, it supports versatile display options and 32-bit 3D graphics engine.

1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 System
 CPU: LGA775 Core 2 Quad up to 2.66 GHz/Core 2 Duo up to 3.16 GHz/Pen-
tium Dual-Core up to 2.93 GHz/Celeron up to 1.6 GHz with 800/1066/1333 MHz
front side bus
 BIOS: AMI SPI 8 Mbit BIOS
 System chipset: Intel G41 with ICH7
 SATA hard disk drive interface: Four on-board SATA connectors with data
transmission rate up to 300 MB

1.3.2 Memory
 RAM: Up to 4 GB in 2 slots 240-pin SODIMM sockets. Supports dual channel
DDR3 800/1066 MHz SDRAM

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1.3.3 Input/Output

Chapter 1
 PCIe bus: 1PCIe x 1 slot
 Serial ports: Six serial ports, one RS-232/422/485 and five RS-232 serial ports
 Keyboard and PS/2 mouse connector: Two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors are
located on the mounting bracket for easy connection to a PS/2 keyboard and
mouse
 USB port: Supports up to eight USB 2.0 ports with transmission rate up to 480
Mbps, 4 on board pin header and 4 external ports)

General Information
1.3.4 Graphics
 Controller: Chipset integrated VGA controller
 Display memory: Dynamically shared system memory up to 256 MB
 CRT: Up to 2048 x 1536 resolution, 400 MHz RAMDAC

1.3.5 Ethernet LAN

 Supporting single 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port (s) via PCI Express x1 bus
which provides 500 MB/s data transmission rate
 Controller: LAN: Realtek RTL8111DL

1.3.6 Industrial features

 Watchdog timer: Can generate a system reset. The watchdog timer is pro-
grammable, with each unit equal to one second or one minute (255 levels)

1.3.7 Mechanical and environmental specifications

 Operating temperature: 0 ~ 60° C (32 ~ 140° F, Depending on CPU)
 Storage temperature: -20 ~ 70° C (-4 ~ 158° F)
 Humidity: 5 ~ 95% non-condensing
 Power supply voltage: +3.3 V, +5 V, +12 V, -12 V, 5 Vsb
 Power consumption:
+5 V @ 2.59 A, +3.3 V @ 5.93 A, +12 V @ 6.83 A, 5 VSB @ 0.19 A,
-12 V @ 0.16 A
 Board size: 244 mm x 244 mm (9.6" x 9.6")
 Board weight: 0.75 kg

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1.4 Jumpers and Connectors
Connectors on the AKMB-G41M motherboard link it to external devices such as hard
disk drives and a keyboard. In addition, the board has a number of jumpers used to
configure your system for your application.
The tables below list the function of each of the board jumpers and connectors. Later
sections in this chapter give instructions on setting jumpers. Chapter 2 gives instruc-
tions for connecting external devices to your motherboard.

Table 1.1: Connectors

Label Function
JFP1 Power Switch / Reset connector
JFP2 External speaker / SATA HDD LED connector / SM Bus connector
JFP3 Power LED
USB56 USB port 5, 6 (on board)
USB78 USB port 7 8(on board)
VGA1 VGA connector
IDE1 Primary IDE connector (Blue)
COM1/COM2 Serial port: COM1/COM2 (9-pin connector)
COM3 ~ COM6 Serial port: CRS-232 (9 pin header)
KBMS1 PS/2 keyboard and Mouse connector (on board)
CPU_FAN1 CPU FAN connector
SYS_FAN1 System FAN connector 1
SYS_FAN2 System FAN connector 2
LAN1_USB12 LAN1/USB port 1, 2
USB34 USB port 3, 4
SATA 1 ~ 4 Serial ATA connector
ATX12V1 ATX 12 V Auxiliary power connector
EATXPWR1 ATX power connector
AUDIO1 Line Out, Mic IN connector
FPAUDIO1 Front Panel audio connector (FP_AU- DIO)
SPDIF OUT Digital Audio connector
USB PW USB 5 V / 5 Vsb power switch
kBPWR Keyboard 5V/5Vsb power switch

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 Chapter 1
Table 1.2: Jumpers
Jumper Name Default Description
KBPWR

1-2:PS2 power provided by normal power +5 V

1-2
2-3: PS2 power provided by standby power +5 VSB
1

General Information
CN32

1-2:COM port 9th pin for ring function

1-2 3-4:COM port 9th pin for +5 V power
5-6:COM port 9th pin for +12 V power
1

CN33
1
1-2:COM port 9th pin for ring function
1-2 3-4:COM port 9th pin for +5 V power
5-6:COM port 9th pin for +12 V power

USBPW
1-2:USB power provided by +5 V DUAL
1-2
3-4:USB power provided by +5 VBS
1

CMOS1

1-2:normol
1-2
2-3:clear CMOS
1

JFP1+JFP2

4-7:Buzzer controlled by SIO

1-2
7-10:Buzzer controlled by SIO and SB
1

PSON1
1-2:ATX MODE
1-2
2-3:AT MODE
1

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1.5 Board layout: Jumper and Connector Locations

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Figure 1.1 Jumper and Connector Locations

Figure 1.2 I/O Connectors

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1.6 AKMB-G41M Block Diagram

Chapter 1
LGA 775 Core 2 Quad/
Core 2 Duo

800/1066/1333

MHz FSB
Channel A DDR3 800/1066/1333

General Information
CRT Intel G41
GMCH
Channel B DDR3 800/1066/1333

Direct Media IIterface

1 ATA 100 Ports ATA 33/66/100 2GB/s bandwidth PCIe x 1 GbE-LAN1: Realtek RTL8111DL

4 SATA2 Ports 300MB/s

1 x PCIe x 1(ICH7)
ICH7 PCIe x 1 (ICH7)
8 USB Ports USB 2.0/1.1 Edge Connector

Audio Codec Intel HD Audio

ACL-662 32bit/33MHz PCI Bus

LPC Bus PCI1~2

BIOS Edge Connector

Fintek Super IO
81216AD Winbond
W83627DHG-A

4 RS-232 2 RS-232, WDT

Figure 1.3 AKMB-G41M Block Diagram

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1.7 Safety Precautions

Warning! Always completely disconnect the power cord from your chassis when-
ever you work with the hardware. Do not make connections while the
power is on. Sensitive electronic components can be damaged by sud-
den power surges. Only experienced electronics personnel should open
the PC chassis.

Caution! Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before touching the
motherboard. Modern electronic devices are very sensitive to electro-
static discharges. As a safety precaution, use a grounding wrist strap at
all times. Place all electronic components on a static-dissipative surface
or in a static-shielded bag when they are not in the chassis.

Caution! The computer is provided with a battery-powered Real-time Clock cir-

cuit. There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer's instruc-
tions.

Caution! There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.

Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the man-
ufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

1.8 Jumper Settings

This section provides instructions on how to configure your motherboard by setting
the jumpers. It also includes the motherboards's default settings and your options for
each jumper.

1.8.1 How to set jumpers

You can configure your motherboard to match the needs of your application by set-
ting the jumpers. A jumper is a metal bridge that closes an electrical circuit. It consists
of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that slides
over the pins to connect them. To “close” (or turn ON) a jumper, you connect the pins
with the clip. To “open” (or turn OFF) a jumper, you remove the clip. Sometimes a
jumper consists of a set of three pins, labeled 1, 2, and 3. In this case you connect
either pins 1 and 2, or 2 and 3. A pair of needle-nose pliers may be useful when set-
ting jumpers.

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1.8.2 CMOS clear (CMOS1)

Chapter 1
The AKMB-G41M motherboard contains a jumper that can erase CMOS data and
reset the system BIOS information. Normally this jumper should be set with pins 1-2
closed. If you want to reset the CMOS data, set J1 to 2-3 closed for just a few sec-
onds, and then move the jumper back to 1-2 closed. This procedure will reset the
CMOS to its default setting.

Table 1.3: CMOS1

General Information
Function Jumper Setting
1
*Keep CMOS data 1-2 closed

1
Clear CMOS data 2-3 closed

*default setting

1.8.3 Chassis instruction connector (JCASE1)

The AKMB-G41M motherboard contains a jumper that offers a chassis open sensor.
The buzzer on the motherboard beeps when the case is opened.

1.8.4 ATX/AT mode selector (PSON1)

Table 1.4: ATX/AT mode selector (PSON1)

Function Jumper Setting
AT mode 2-3 closed
*ATX mode 1-2 closed
*default setting

1.9 System Memory

The AKMB-G41M has two sockets for 240-pin SODIMMx2.
All these sockets use 1.8 V unbuffered double data rate synchronous DRAMs (DDR3
SDRAM). They are available in capacities of 1024 MB. The sockets can be filled in
any combination with DIMMs of any size, giving a total memory size on 4 GB. AKMB-
G41M does NOT support ECC (error checking and correction).

1.10 Memory Installation Procedures

To install SODIMMs, first make sure the two handles of the SODIMM socket are in
the “open” position. i.e. The handles lean outward. Slowly slide the SODIMM module
along the plastic guides on both ends of the socket. Then press the SODIMM module
right down into the socket, until you hear a click. This is when the two handles have
automatically locked the memory module into the correct position of the SODIMM
socket. To remove the memory module, just push both handles outward, and the
memory module will be ejected by the mechanism in the socket.

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1.11 Cache Memory
The AKMB-G41M supports a CPU with one of the following built-in full speed L2
caches:
 6 MB for Intel Core 2 Quad CPU
 6 MB for Intel Core 2 Duo CPU
 8 MB for Intel Pentium Duo Core CPU
 512 KB for Intel Celeron CPU
The built-in second-level cache in the processor yields much higher performance
than conventional external cache memories.

1.12 Processor Installation

The AKMB-G41M is designed for LGA775, Intel Core 2 Quad, Intel Core 2 Duo, Cel-
eron D and Intel Pentium dual core D processor.

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 Chapter 2
2 Connecting
Peripherals
2.1 Introduction
You can access most of the connectors from the top of the board as it is being
installed in the chassis. If you have a number of cards installed or have a packed
chassis, you may need to partially remove the card to make all the connections.

2.2 USB Ports (USB34/LAN1_USB12/USB56/USB78)

The AKMB-G41M provides up to eight USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports. The USB
interface complies with USB Specification Rev. 2.0, supporting transmission rates up
to 480 Mbps and is fuse protected. The USB interface can be disabled in the system
BIOS setup.
The AKMB-G41M is equipped with one high-performance 1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN
that supports all major network operating systems. The RJ-45 jacks on the rear plate
provide 1000 Mbps operation.

USB34 LAN1_USB12

USB56/78

Table 2.1: LAN LED Indicator

LAN Mode Lan Indicator
1 Gbps Link on LED1 Green on
10 Mbps Link on LED1 off
100 Mbps Link on LED1 Orange on
Active LED2 Yellow flash

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2.3 VGA Connector (VGA1)

Chapter 2
Connecting Peripherals
VGA1

The AKMB-G41M includes a VGA interface that can drive conventional CRT dis-
plays. VGA1 is a standard 15-pin D-SUB connector commonly used for VGA. Pin
assignments for CRT connector VGA1 are detailed in Appendix B.

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2.4 Serial Ports (COM1~COM6)

COM3 ~ COM6
COM2

AKMB-G41M supports six serial ports - six RS-232s. These ports can connect to
serial devices, such as a mouse or a printer, or to a communications network.
The IRQ and address ranges for both ports are fixed. However, if you want to disable
the port or change these parameters later, you can do this in the system BIOS setup.
Different devices implement the RS-232 standards in different ways. If you are having
problems with a serial device, be sure to check the pin assignments for the connec-
tor.

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2.5 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)

Chapter 2
Connecting Peripherals
KBMS1

Two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors (KBMS1) on the motherboard provide connection to a

PS/2 keyboard and a PS/2 mouse, respectively.

2.6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)

CPU_FAN1

If a fan is used, this connector supports cooling fans of 500 mA (6 W) or less.

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2.7 System FAN Connector (SYS_FAN1/2)

SYS_FAN1/2

The SYS_FAN1 is SMART control, but SYS_FAN2 is without SMART control.

If a fan is used, this connector supports cooling fans of 500 mA (6 W) or less.

2.8 Front Panel Connectors (JFP1/2/3)

There are several external switches to monitor and control the AKMB-G41M.
JFP1+JFP2 are for Front panel (HDD LED/SNMP SMBus/Speaker pin header/
Power switch/Reset Switch). JFP3 is for Power LED.

JFP1+JFP2

JFP3

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 Chapter 2
Table 2.2: JFP1+JFP2
1 +5 V 8 NC
2 HDLED+ 9 SYS_RESET#
3 PWRBTN# 11 NC
5 HD_LED# 12 GND
6 GND (Pulled down 100 Ohm)

Connecting Peripherals
Table 2.3: JFP3
1 PWLED+
2 NC
3 PWLED-

2.9 Line Out and Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)

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2.10 Serial ATA Interface (SATA 1/2/3/4)

SATA1/2/3/4

AKMB-G41M features four high performance serial ATA interfaces (up to 300 MB/s)
which eases cabling to harddrives with improved long, thin cables.

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2.11 ATX Power Connector (ATX12V1, EATXPWR1)

Chapter 2
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 mate completely.

Connecting Peripherals
ATX12V

JFP1

EATXPWR1

Note! 1. Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the
+12V lead and at least 1A on the +5-volt standby lead (+5VSB).
The minimum recommended wattage is 230W, or 300W for a fully
configured system. The system can become unstable and might
experience difficulty powering up if the power supply is inadequate.
2. You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.

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2.12 Front Panel Audio Connector (FPAUDIO1)
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.

FPAUDIO1

Note! For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend

that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this con-
nector to avail of the motherboard’s high definition audio capability.

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2.13 Primary EIDE Connector (IDE1)

Chapter 2
Connecting Peripherals
1 3 37 39

2 4 38 40

IDE1

2.14 Digital Audio Connector(SPDIF_OUT1)

This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound output. Connect
one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF
module.

SPDIF_OUT

Note! The S/PDIF out module is purchased separately.

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 Chapter 3
3 BIOS Operation
3.1 Introduction
AMI BIOS has been integrated into many motherboards, and has been very popular
for over a decade. People sometimes refer to the AMI BIOS setup menu as BIOS,
BIOS setup or CMOS setup.
With the AMI BIOS Setup program, you can modify BIOS settings and control the
special features of your computer. The Setup program uses a number of menus for
making changes and turning special features on or off. This chapter describes the
basic navigation of the AKMB-G41M setup screens.

3.2 BIOS Setup

The AKMB-G41M Series system has build-in AMI BIOS with a CMOS SETUP utility
which allows user to configure required settings or to activate certain system fea-
tures.
The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS RAM of the motherboard.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the board supplies the necessary power
to the CMOS RAM.
When the power is turned on, press the <Del> button during the BIOS POST (Power-
On Self Test) will take you to the CMOS SETUP screen.

Control Keys
< ↑ >< ↓ >< ← >< → > Move to select item
<Enter> Select Item
Main Menu - Quit and not save changes into CMOS
<Esc>
Sub Menu - Exit current page and return to Main Menu
<Page Up/+> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<Page Down/-> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F1> General help, for Setup Sub Menu
<F2> Item Help
<F5> Load Previous Values
<F7> Load Setup Default
<F10> Save all CMOS changes

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3.2.1 Main Menu

Chapter 3
Press <Del> to enter AMI BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on
the screen. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to accept or
enter the sub-menu.

BIOS Operation
The Main BIOS setup screen has two main frames. The left frame displays all the
options that can be configured. Grayed-out options cannot be configured; options in
blue can. The right frame displays the key legend.
Above the key legend is an area reserved for a text message. When an option is
selected in the left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message will accom-
pany it.
 System time / System date
Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or
System Date using the <Arrow> keys. Enter new values through the keyboard.
Press the <Tab> key or the <Arrow> keys to move between fields. The date
must be entered in MM/DD/YY format. The time must be entered in HH:MM:SS
format.

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3.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features
The second tab enters the Advanced BIOS Setup screen. You can select any of the
items in the left frame of the screen, such as CPU Configuration, to go to the sub
menu for that item. You can display an Advanced BIOS Setup option by highlighting it
using the <Arrow> keys. All Advanced BIOS Setup options are described in this sec-
tion. The Advanced BIOS Setup screen is shown below. The sub menus are
described on the following pages.

3.2.3 CPU Configuration

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  C1E support

Chapter 3
C1 Enhanced Halt State enable could adjust CPU frequency to reduce the
power voltage to save energy.
 Max CPUID Value Limit
This item allows you to limit CPUID maximum value.
 Intel® Virtualization Tech
Intel Virtualization Technology (Intel VT) is a set of hardware enhancements to
Intel server and client platforms that provide software-based virtualization solu-
tions. Intel VT allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applica-
tions in independent partitions, allowing one computer system can function as

BIOS Operation
multiple virtual systems.
 Execute-Disable Bit Capability
This item allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution page protection
technology.
 Core Multi-Processing
Support multi-core function. It will become single core process when this item
disable.

3.2.4 IDE/SATA Configuration

 ATA/IDE Configuration
This can be configured as Disabled, Compatible or Enhanced.
 Configure SATA as
This can be configured as IDE.
 SATA1/SATA2/SATA3/SATA4
While entering setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA
devices. This displays the status of SATA device auto-detection.

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3.2.5 Super IO Configuration
This item enables users to set the Super IO device status, including enabling of
COMs.

3.2.6 Hardware Health Configuration

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  CPU warning temperature

Chapter 3
Use this to set the CPU warning temperature threshold. When the system CPU
reaches the warning temperature, the onboard buzzer will beep.
 ACPI Shut Down Temperature
This potion allows user to set the CPU temperature at which the system will
automatically shut down to prevent CPU overheat damage.
 CPU Temperature
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU
temperatures.

BIOS Operation
 System Temperature
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the system
temperatures.
 CPUFAN Speed
To show CPU FAN speed [xxxxRPM].
 SYSTEMFAN Speed
To show system fan speed [xxxxRPM].
 CPU Smart FAN
To enable or disable the Smart fan control feature.

3.2.7 ACPI Setting

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3.2.8 General ACPI Configuration

 Suspend mode
Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
state to be used for system suspend.
[Auto] The system automatically configures the ACPI suspend mode.
[S1(POS) only]Sets the ACPI suspend mode to S1/POS(Power On Suspend).
[S3 only] Sets the ACPI suspend mode to S3/STR(Suspend to RAM)

3.2.9 APM Configuration

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  Resume on PCIE WAKE#

Chapter 3
Disable/Enable PCIE wake event.
 Resume On RTC Alarm
Disable/Enable RTC wake event.
 High Performance Event Timer
Disable/Enable High Performance event.
 Restore on AC power Loss
Use this to set up the system response after a power failure. The "Off" setting
keeps the system powered off after power failure, the "On" setting boots up the
system after failure, and the "Last State" returns the system to the status just

BIOS Operation
before power failure.

3.2.10 Advanced PCI/PnP Setting

Select the PCI/PnP tab from the AKMB-G41M setup screen to enter the Plug and
Play BIOS Setup screen. You can display a Plug and Play BIOS Setup option by
highlighting it using the <Arrow> keys. All Plug and Play BIOS Setup options are
described in this section. The Plug and Play BIOS Setup screen is shown below.

 Clear NVRAM
Set this value to force the BIOS to clear the Non-Volatile Random Access Mem-
ory (NVRAM).The Optimal and Fail-Safe default setting is No.
 Plug & Play O/S
When set to No, BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to Yes
and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the OS configures all Plug
and Play devices not required for bootup.
 PCI Latency Timer
Value in units of PCI clocks for PCI device latency timer register.
 PCI IDE BusMaster
Increase the HDD write/read speed when enable.

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3.2.11 Boot Setting

 Quick Boot
This item allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the
time needed to boot the system.
 Quiet Boot
If this option is set to Disabled, the BIOS displays normal POST messages. If
Enabled, an OEM Logo is shown instead of POST messages.
 Bootup Num-Lock
Select the Power-on state for Numlock.
 Wait For .F1. If Error
Wait for the F1 key to be pressed if an error occurs.

3.2.12 Security Setting

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 Select Security Setup from the AKMB-G41M Setup main BIOS setup menu. All Secu-

Chapter 3
rity Setup options, such as password protection and virus protection are described in
this section. To access the sub menu for the following items, select the item and
press <Enter>:
 Change Supervisor / User Password
Provides for either installing or changing the password.

3.2.13 Advanced Chipset Settings

BIOS Operation
3.2.14 North Bridge Chipset Configuration

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  Configure DRAM Timing by SPD
This item allows you to enable or disabledetect by DRAM SPD.
 Initiate Graphic Adapter
This item allows you to select which graphics controller to use as the primary
boot device.
 IGD Graphics Mode Select
Select the amount of system memory used by the Internal graphics device.

3.2.15 South Bridge Chipset Configuration

 USB Functions
Select: Disabled, 2 USB Ports, 4 USB Ports, 6 USB Ports or 8 USB Ports.
 USB 2.0 controller
Enables or disables the USB 2.0 controller.
 Audio Controller
Enables or disables the Audio controller.
 Onboard LAN controller
Enables or disables the GbE controller.
 Onboard LAN BOOTROM
Enables or disables GbE LAN boot.
 SLP_S4# Min. Assertion Width
This item allows you to set a delay of a set number of seconds.

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3.2.16 Exit Option

Chapter 3
BIOS Operation
 Save Changes and Exit
When you have completed system configuration, select this option to save your
changes, exit BIOS setup and reboot the computer so the new system configu-
ration parameters can take effect.
1. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
The following message appears:
Save Configuration Changes and Exit Now?
[Ok] [Cancel]
2. Select Ok or Cancel.
 Discard Changes and Exit
Select this option to quit Setup without making any permanent changes to the
system configuration.
1. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
The following message appears:
Save Configuration Changes and Exit Now?
[Ok] [Cancel]
2. Select Ok to discard changes and exit.
 Discard Changes
1. Select Discard Changes from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
 Load Optimal Defaults
The AKMB-G41M automatically configures all setup items to optimal settings
when you select this option. Optimal Defaults are designed for maximum sys-
tem performance, but may not work best for all computer applications. In partic-
ular, do not use the Optimal.
Defaults if your computer is experiencing system configuration problems.
Select Load Optimal Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.

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 Chapter 4
4 Chipset Software
Installation Utility
4.1 Before you begin
To facilitate the installation of the enhanced display drivers and utility software, read
the instructions in this chapter carefully. The drivers for the AKMB-G41M are located
on the software installation CD. The driver in the folder of the driver CD will guide and
link you to the utilities and drivers under a Windows system. Updates are provided
via Service Packs from Microsoft*.

Note! The files on the software installation CD are compressed. Do not

attempt to install the drivers by copying the files manually. You must use
the supplied SETUP program to install the drivers.

Before you begin, it is important to note that most display drivers need to have the
relevant software application already installed in the system prior to installing the
enhanced display drivers. In addition, many of the installation procedures assume
that you are familiar with both the relevant software applications and operating sys-
tem commands. Review the relevant operating system commands and the pertinent
sections of your application software’s user manual before performing the installa-
tion.

4.2 Introduction
The Intel® Chipset Software Installation (CSI) utility installs the Windows INF files
that outline to the operating system how the chipset components will be configured.
This is needed for the proper functioning of the following features:
 Core PCI PnP services
 IDE Ultra ATA 100/66/33 and Serial ATA interface support
 USB 1.1/2.0 support (USB 2.0 driver needs to be installed separately for Win98)
 Identification of Intel® chipset components in the Device Manager
 Integrates superior video features. These include filtered sealing of 720 pixel
DVD content, and MPEG-2 motion compensation for software DVD

Note! This utility is used for the following versions of Windows, and it has to be
installed before installing all the other drivers:
 Windows 7 (32-bit)
 Windows 7 (64-bit)
 Windows XP professional edition (32-bit)
 Windows XP professional edition (64-bit)

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4.3 Windows XP/Windows 7 Driver Setup

Chapter 4
1. Insert the driver CD into your system's CD-ROM drive. You can see the driver
folder items. Navigate to the "INF" folder and click the install file to complete the
installation of the driver.

Chipset Software Installation Utility

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 Chapter 5
5 VGA Setup
5.1 Introduction
The Intel G41 integrated graphics controller. You need to install the VGA driver to
enable the function.
The Intel G41 integrated graphics controller includes the following features:
 Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500: Incorporating the latest Microsoft*
DirectX*9 support capabilities, it allows software developers to create lifelike
environments and characters. Dual independent display, enhanced display
modes for widescreen flat panels, and optimized 3D support deliver an intense
and realistic visual experience without requiring a separate graphics card.

5.2 Windows XP/7

Note! Before installing this driver, make sure the CSI utility has been installed
in your system. See Chapter 4 for information on installing the CSI util-
ity.

Insert the driver CD into your system’s CD-ROM drive. You can see the driver folders
items. Navigate to the "VGA" folder, and the appropriate sub folder, and click
"setup.exe" to complete the installation of the drivers for Windows 7, Windows XP.

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VGA Setup

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 Chapter 6
6 LAN Configuration
6.1 Introduction
The AKMB-G41M has one Gigabit Ethernet LAN via dedicated PCI Express x1 lane
(Realtek RTL8111DL) that offers bandwidth of up to 500 MB/ sec, eliminating the bot-
tleneck of network data flow and incorporating Gigabit Ethernet at 1000 Mbps.

6.2 Features
 Integrated 10/100/100 Mbps transceiver
 10/100/1000 Mbps triple-speed MAC
 High-speed RISC core with 24-KB cache
 On-chip voltage regulation
 Wake-on-LAN (WOL) support
 PCI Express X1 host interface

6.3 Installation

Note! Before installing the LAN drivers, make sure the CSI utility has been
installed on your system. See Chapter 4 for information on installing the
CSI utility.

The AKMB-G41M’s Realtek RTL8111DL (LAN1) Gigabit integrated controllers sup-

port all major network operating systems. However, the installation procedure varies
from system to system. Please find and use the section that provides the driver setup
procedure for the operating system you are using.

6.4 Windows XP/ Windows 7 Setup(Realtek

RTL8111DL)
Insert the driver CD into your system's CD-ROM drive. Select the Drv_LAN folder
then navigate to the directory for your OS.

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 Appendix A
A Programming the
Watchdog Timer
A.1 Programming the Watchdog Timer
The AKMB-G41M 's watchdog timer can be used to monitor system software opera-
tion and take corrective action if the software fails to function within the programmed
period. This section describes the operation of the watchdog timer and how to pro-
gram it.

A.1.1 Watchdog timer overview

The watchdog timer is built into the super I/O controller W83627DHG. It provides the
following user-programmable functions:
 Can be enabled and disabled by user program
 Timer can be set from 1 to 255 seconds or 1 to 255 minutes
 Generates an interrupt or resets signal if the software fails to reset the timer
before time-out

A.1.2 Programming the Watchdog Timer

The I/O port address of the watchdog timer is 2E (hex) and 2F (hex). 2E (hex) is the
address port. 2F (hex) is the data port. You must first assign the address of register
by writing an address value into address port 2E (hex), then write/read data to/from
the assigned register through data port 2F (hex).

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 Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer
Unlock W83627DHG

Select register of
watchdog timer

Enable the function of

the watchdog timer

Set up the
WatchDog timer
function

Lock W83627DHG

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 Table A.1: Watchdog Timer Registers
Address of register (2E) Attribute
Value (2F) &
Read/Write
description
Write this address to I/O address port 2E (hex)
87 (hex) -----
twice to unlock the W83627DHG.
07 (hex) write Write 08 (hex) to select register of watchdog timer.
Write 01 (hex) to enable the function of the watch-
30 (hex) write
dog timer. Disabled is set as default.
Set seconds or minutes as units for the timer.
Write 0 to bit 3: set second as counting unit.
F5 (hex) write
[default]
Write 1 to bit 3: set minutes as counting unit.
0: stop timer [default]
01~FF (hex): The amount of the count, in seconds
or minutes, depends on the value set in register F5
(hex). This number decides how long the watchdog
F6 (hex) write
timer waits for strobe before generating an inter-
rupt or reset signal. Writing a new value to this reg-
ister can reset the timer to count with the new
value.
Bit 7:Write 1 to enable mouse to reset the timer, 0
to disable[default]. Bit 6: Write 1 to enable key-
board to reset the timer, 0 to disable.[default]
F7 (hex) read/write Bit 5: Write 1 to generate a timeout signal immedi-
ately and automatically return to 0. [default=0]
Bit 4: Read status of watchdog timer, 1 means
timer is “timeout”.
Write this address to I/O port 2E (hex) to lock the
AA (hex) -----
watchdog timer 2.

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A.1.3 Example Program

Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer

1. Enable watchdog timer and set 10 sec. as timeout interval
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627DHG
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer
Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Set second as counting unit
Mov al,0f5h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
In al,dx
And al,not 08h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Set timeout interval as 10 seconds and start counting
Mov al,0f6h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,10
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Lock W83627HG
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al
2. Enable watchdog timer and set 5 minutes as timeout interval
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627HG
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al

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 ;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer
Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Set minute as counting unit
Mov al,0f5h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
In al,dx
Or al,08h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Set timeout interval as 5 minutes and start counting
Mov al,0f6h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,5
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Lock W83627HG
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al
3. Enable watchdog timer to be reset by mouse
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627HG
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------

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Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer

Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer

Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Enable watchdog timer to be reset by mouse
Mov al,0f7h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
In al,dx
Or al,80h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Lock W83627HG
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al
4. Enable watchdog timer to be reset by keyboard
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627HG
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer
Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Enable watchdog timer to be strobed reset by keyboard
Mov al,0f7h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
In al,dx
Or al,40h
Out dx,al

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 ;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Lock W83627HG
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al
5. Generate a time-out signal without timer counting
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock W83627HG
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer
Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Generate a time-out signal
Mov al,0f7h
Out dx,al ;Write 1 to bit 5 of F7 register
Inc dx
In al,dx
Or al,20h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
Dec dx ; Lock W83627HG
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al

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 Appendix B
B I/O Pin Assignments
B.1 USB Header (USB56)

Table B.1: USB Header (USB56)

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 USB0_VCC5 2 USB1_VCC5
3 USB0_D- 4 USB1_D-
5 USB0_D+ 6 USB1_D+
7 GND 8 GND
9 Key 10 N/C

B.2 USB Header (USB78)

Table B.2: USB Header (USB78)

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 USB0_VCC5 2 USB1_VCC5
3 USB0_D- 4 USB1_D-
5 USB0_D+ 6 USB1_D+
7 GND 8 GND
9 Key 10 N/C

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B.3 VGA Connector (VGA1)

Appendix B I/O Pin Assignments

Table B.3: VGA Connector (VGA1)
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 VGA_R 9 CRT_VCCIN
2 VGA_G 10 GND
3 VGA_B 11 N/C
4 N/C 12 V_SDAT
5 GND 13 H-SYNC
6 GND 14 V-SYNC
7 GND 15 V_SCLK
8 GND

B.4 RS-232 Interface (COM1-COM6)

9 7 5 3 1

10 8 6 4 2

Table B.4: RS-232 Interface (COM1~COM2)

Pin Signal
1 DCD
2 DSR
3 RXD
4 RTS
5 TXD
6 CTS
7 DTR
8 RRI
9 GND

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B.5 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)

Table B.5: PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)

Pin Signal
1 KB DATA
2 N/C
3 GND
4 KB VCC
5 KB CLK
6 N/C
7 M_DATA
8 N/C
9 GND
10 M_VCC
11 M_CLK
12 N/C

B.6 CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)

Table B.6: CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)

Pin Signal
1 GND
2 +12 V
3 DETECT
4 PWM

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B.7 System Fan Power Connector (SYS_FAN1/

Appendix B I/O Pin Assignments

SYS_FAN2)

Table B.7: System Fan Power Connector (SYSFAN1/SYSFAN2)

Pin Signal
1 GND
2 +12 V
3 DETECT

B.8 Front Panel Connectors (JFP1/2)

Table B.8: JFP1+JFP2

1 +5 V 8 NC
2 HDLED+ 9 SYS_RESET#
3 PWRBTN# 11 NC
5 HD_LED# 12 GND
6 GND (Pulled down 100 Ohm)

B.9 ATX1 12 V Auxiliary Power Connector

(ATX12V1)

Table B.9: ATX1 12 V Auxiliary Power Connector (ATX12V1)

Pin Signal
1 GND
2 GND
3 +12 V
4 +12 V

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B.10 ATX Power Connector (EATXPWR1)

Table B.10: ATX Power Connector (ATX2)

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 +3.3 V 2 +3.3 V
3 GND 4 +5 V
5 GND 6 +5 V
7 GND 8 POK
9 5 VSB 10 12 V
11 12 V 12 3.3 V
13 3.3 V 14 -12 V
15 GND 16 PSON
17 GND 18 GND
19 GND 20 -5 V

B.11 USB/LAN ports (LAN1_USB12/USB34)

12
34
12 34

Table B.11: USB Port

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 VCC 3 Data0+
2 Data0- 4 GND

Table B.12: Ethernet 10/100Mbps RJ-45 Port

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 XMT+ 5 N/C
2 XMT- 6 RCV-
3 RCV+ 7 N/C
4 N/C 8 N/C

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B.12 Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)

Appendix B I/O Pin Assignments

Line Out

Mic In

B.13 Serial ATA0 (SATA1)

Table B.13: Serial ATA0 (SATA1)

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 GND 2 SATA_0TX+
3 SATA_0TX- 4 GND
5 SATA_0RX- 6 SATA_0RX+
7 GND 8

B.14 Serial ATA (SATA2 ~ 4)

Table B.14: Serial ATA1 (SATA2 ~ 4)

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 GND 2 SATA_1TX+
3 SATA_1TX- 4 GND
5 SATA_1RX- 6 SATA_1RX+
7 GND 8

B.15 AT/ATX Mode (PSON1)

Table B.15: AT/ATX Mode (PSON1)

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 #PSON_SIO 2 #PSON
(to super IO) (to power supply)
3 GND

ATX 1-2 (short)

AT 2-3 (short)

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B.16 FPAUDIO1(Front Panel Audio Connector)

Table B.16: Front Panel Audio Connector (FPAUDIO1)

Pin Signal
1 MIC2_L
2 GND
3 MIC2_R
4 F_Audio_DET#
5 LIN2_R
6 MIC_JD
7 GND
8 N/A
9 LIN2_L
10 LIN_JD

B.17 Interrupt Assignments

Table B.17: Interrupt Assignments

Priority Interrupt# Interrupt source
1 NMI Parity error detected
2 IRQ0 Interval timer
3 IRQ1 Keyboard
- IRQ2 Interrupt from controller 2 (cascade)
4 IRQ8 Real-time clock
5 IRQ9 Cascaded to INT 0A (IRQ 2)
6 IRQ10 Serial communication port 3/4
7 IRQ11 Available
8 IRQ12 PS/2 mouse
9 IRQ13 INT from co-processor
10 IRQ14 Primary IDE Channel
11 IRQ15 Secondary IDE Channel
12 IRQ3 Serial communication port 2
13 IRQ4 Serial communication port 1
14 IRQ5 Available
15 IRQ6 Diskette controller (FDC)
16 IRQ7 Parallel port 1 (print port)

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B.18 1st MB Memory Map

Appendix B I/O Pin Assignments

Table B.18: 1st MB Memory Map
Addr. range (Hex) Device
E0000h - FFFFFh BIOS
CC000h - DFFFFh Unused
C0000h - CBFFFh VGA BIOS
A0000h - BFFFFh Video Memory
00000h - 9FFFFh Base memory

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