Industrial Motherboard Q370I-IM-A
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Contents Chapter 1 Product overview 1.1 Package contents......................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Features......................................................................................... 1-1 1.3 Specifications................................................................................ 1-2 Chapter 2 Motherboard information 2.1 Before you proceed...................................................................... 2-1 2.2 Motherboard layout...
3.3.13 NCT6116D HW Monitor................................................. 3-12 3.3.14 Serial Port Console Redirection..................................... 3-15 3.3.15 Intel TXT Information..................................................... 3-15 3.3.16 USB Configuration......................................................... 3-16 3.3.17 NVMe Configuration....................................................... 3-17 3.3.18 HDD Secure Erase........................................................
Chapter 1 Product overview 1.1 Package contents Check your industrial motherboard package for the following items. 1 x ASUS Q370I-IM-A Motherboard 1 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x M.2 screw packages 1 x ASUS I/O Shield NOTE: If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your distributor or sales representative immediately. 1.
1.3 Specifications CPU Intel® socket 1151 for 9th/8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 14nm CPU Chipset Supports up to 65W Intel® Q370 Chipset Memory 2 x SO-DIMM, max.
1 x Chassis intrusion header 1 x Front panel audio connector(AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Speaker connector 1 x LPC Debug header 1 x S/PDIF connector 1 x I2C header 1 x AT/ATX mode selection header 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector Front panel I/O ports 1 x 4-pin ATX power connector 1 x SPI TPM header 1 x M.2 socket 1 (Key E, 2230) for WiFi/BT device supports PCIE and CNVI WiFi module 1 x M.2 socket 3 (Key M, 2260/2280) with PCIe and SATA modes 4 x SATA 6.
RedHat Enterprise OS support Fedora Workstation OpenSUSE Operation Temperature 0~60°C Non-Operation Temperature -40~85°C Relative Humidity 0%~85% Certification CE, FCC Form Factor Mini-ITX Form Factor, 6.7” x 6.7” (17.0cm x 17.0cm) NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.
Chapter 2 Motherboard information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. CAUTION! • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
2.2 Motherboard layout NOTE: Place four screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. CAUTION! Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 1 2 3 4 5 6 17.0cm(6.7in) CPU_FAN SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 KBMS EATXPWR LCD_BLKT_PANEL 8 9 10 Intel® Q370 11 12 LGA1151 MSATA_MPCIE 2260 WGI 211AT ASM1480 LAN2_U32G1_56 25 7 TPM M.
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 2. Display panel VCC power selection (6-pin VCC_PWR_SEL) 3. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 4. USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U32G1_12) Page 2-18 2-11 2-23 2-16 5. SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_3-6) 2-19 6. LPC Debug header 2-22 7. SPI_TPM connector (14-1 pin SPI_TPM) 2-18 8. M.2 socket 3 2-21 9. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM2, COM3, COM4) 2-23 10. USB 3.
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the Intel® 9th/8th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. Q370I-IM-A CPU socket LGA1151 IMPORTANT: Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. CAUTION! 2-4 • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
2.3.1 CPU installation 1 A B 2 3 CAUTION! LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1151 socket. DO NOT install an LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1151 socket.
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2.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation CAUTION! Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 2-8 Q370I-IM-A
2.4 System memory This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (SO-DIMM) sockets.
2.5 1. Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system setup information such as date, time, and system passwords. CLRTC Q370I-IM-A Clear CMOS jumper Connector type HEADER 1x2p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4.
3. Intel® ME jumper (3-pin DIS_ME) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the Intel® ME function. Set this jumper to pins 1-2 to enable (default) the Intel® ME function and to pins 2-3 to disable it. 1 2 2 3 DIS_ME Normal (Default) Disable intel ME function Q370I-IM-A Intel® ME jumper Connector type 4. HEADER 1x3p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T Display panel VCC power selection (6-pin VCC_PWR_SEL) VCC_PWR_SEL 1 3 2 5 4 3.
6. WDT Enable jumper (2-pin WDT_EN) A watchdog timer is an electronic timer that is used to detect and recover from computer malfunctions. The HW WDT (watchdog timer) Enable jumper allows the HW watchdog resets the system automatically even when the system crashes. WDT_EN Q370I-IM-A HW WDT Enable jumper Connector type HEADER 1x2p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T NOTE: By default, this jumper is set to HW WDT enabled with a jumper cap attached. 7.
8. Chassis intrusion header (4-1 pin_CHASSIS) This header is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a low-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is installed. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event.
2.6 Connectors 2.6.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 10 3 4 5 6 3 9 8 7 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. USB 2.0 ports. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 3. DisplayPorts. These ports are for DisplayPort-compatible devices. 4. Serial port connector (COM). This port connects a modem, or other devices that conform with serial specification. 5. LAN (RJ-45) ports.
8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices. • USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices can only be used for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel® 300 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller.
2.6.2 1. Internal connectors USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U32G1_12) Connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1 module to this connector for additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. This connector complies with USB 3.2 Gen 1 specifications and provides faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0.
3. USB 2.0 connector (10-pin USBE12) PIN 1 +5V_USB3_P810 U2H_PN2 U2H_PP2 USBE12 GND GND NC +5V_USB3_P810 U2H_PN1 U2H_PP1 This connector is for an USB 2.0 port. Connect the USB cable to this connector. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Q370I-IM-A USB 2.0x2 port connector Connector type Header 2x5p, K9, 2.54mm pitch CAUTION! Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard.
5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. CPU_FAN GND 12V FAN_IN FAN_PWM O_CHAFAN_PWM O_CHAFANIN1 CHA FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN Q370I-IM-A Fan connectors Connector type WAFER HD 4p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T CAUTION: Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
7. Front panel system panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PIN 1 RESET (NC) O_RSTCON#_PR GND HDD_LED-_R HDD_LED+ GND PWRBTN#_PANEL PLED PLED+ +HDD_LED +PWR LED PWR BTN F_PANEL Q370I-IM-A Front Panel Header connector Connector type Header 2x5p, K10, 2.54mm pitch • System power LED (2-pin +PWR_LED) • This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.
9. LVDS connector (30-pin LVDS) This connector is for an LCD monitor that supports Low Voltage Differential Signalling (LVDS) interface.
12. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 SSD module. BOTTOM:M.2(SOCKET3) 2260 2280 Q370I-IM-A M.2(SOCKET3) slot NOTES: • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • This socket supports M Key and 2260/2280 storage devices. 13. M.2 Wi-Fi This socket connects to an M.2 Wi-Fi device. M.2(WIFI) Q370I-IM-A M.2(WIFI) slot NOTE: The M.2 Wi-Fi module is purchased separately.
14. mSATA/mPCIe combo slot (MSATA_MPCIE) This slot allows you to install a full length mSATA or mini-PCIe card, providing you with expandability and connectivity solutions for an optimal system performance. MSATA_MPCIE Q370I-IM-A Mini PCIE/mSATA connecter Connector type CON 52p, 0.8mm pitch 15. LPC Debug header +3V +3V CK_24M_DEBUG_LPC GND This header allows connection to a LPC Debug card.
16. Serial port connectors (10-pin COM2, COM3, COM4) These connectors are for serial (COM) ports. Connect the serial port cables to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. PIN 1 DCD# TXD GND RTS# Ring RXD DTR# DSR# CTS# COM2、COM3、COM4 Q370I-IM-A Serial port (COM) connectors Connector type BOX header 2x5p, K10, 2.0mm pitch NOTE: The serial port cables are purchased separately. 17.
DC Mode EATXPWR Pins Signal Pins Signal 1 +3.3V OUT 13 +3.3V OUT 2 +3.3V OUT 14 NC 3 GND 15 GND 4 +5V OUT 16 NC 5 GND 17 GND 6 +5V OUT 18 GND 7 GND 19 GND 8 NC 20 +12V OUT 9 NC 21 +5V OUT 10 +12V IN 22 +5V OUT 11 +12V IN 23 +5V OUT 12 +3.3V OUT 24 GND Pins Signal Pins Signal 1 GND 3 +12V IN 2 GND 4 +12V IN DC Mode ATX12V 18. I2C connector The I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) connector allows you to connect an I2C compatible IoT security module.
19. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) A_JD_HPOUTC1 GND NC A_JD_FMIC1 This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AAFP A_FMIC1_L A_FMIC1_R A_HPOUT_R A_JD_FRONT A_HPOUT_L PIN 1 Q370I-IM-A Front panel audio connector Connector type HEADER 2x5p, K8, 2.
21. Embedded DisplayPort (40- pin eDP) This connector is for an internal embedded DisplayPort connection. NC BLKT_PWR BLKT_PWR BLKT_PWR BLKT_PWR NC NC S_eDP_BKLTCTL LCD_ENABKLT_CN GND GND GND GND eDP_HPD GND GND GND GND NC LCD_VCC LCD_VCC LCD_VCC LCD_VCC GND SW_OUT_eDP_AUX_C_N SW_OUT_eDP_AUX_C_P GND SW_OUT_eDP0P_C SW_OUT_eDP0N_C GND SW_OUT_eDP1P_C SW_OUT_eDP1N_C GND NC NC GND NC NC GND NC EDP PIN 1 Q370I-IM-A EDP Signal connector Connector type 22. WtoB CON 40p, 0.
Chapter 3 BIOS setup Scan the QR code to view the BIOS update guide. 3.1 BIOS Setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines.
3.1.1 BIOS menu screen Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Security For configuring the system security settings Boot For changing the system boot configuration. Save & Exit For selecting the save options and default options. Event Logs For enabling easier troubleshooting by capturing useful system information.
3.3 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.3.1 Start ASUS EzFlash This item allows you to run EzFlash utility. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. 3.3.
Unconfigure ME This item allows you to unconfigure Intel® ME by resetting the MEBx password to default. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] TPM Device Selection This item allows you to select the TPM device. Configuration options: [dTPM] [PTT] 3.3.3 Trusted Computing Security Device Support This item allows you to enable or disable BIOS support for security devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.
SA - PCI Express DMI Link ASPM Control This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management on both CPU and PCH (platform controller hub) Both DMI link ASPM control items of the CPU and PCH sides must be enabled for the ASPM to take effect. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] ASPM This item allows you to control ASPM for PEG 0. This has no effect if PEG is not the currently active device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] 3.3.
Hyper-threading The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors to the operating system, allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processes simultaneously. [Enabled] [Disabled] Two threads per activated core are enabled. Only one thread per activated core is enabled. CPU Power Management Control This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU’s power.
VT-d [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable VT-d function on MCH. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.3.7 PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Empty if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables onboard the SATA device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set SATA Controller(s) to [Enabled].
Hot Plug These items allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] M.2(SOCKET3) Allow you to enable/disable the M.2(SOCKET3). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA6G_3~6(Gray) Allow you to enable/disable the SATA6G_3~6 port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.8 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Enables the HD Audio Device. [Disabled] Disables the HD Audio Device.
M.2 WiFi(E-Key) Connectivity mode (Wi-Fi & Bluetooth) This item allows you to enable or disable the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity module. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Mini PCIe PCIE Port This item allows you to enable or disable the Wi-Fi Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB Port This item allows you to enable or disable the Bluetooth Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MSATA_MPCIE Configuration [Auto] Auto-detects the device.
3.3.9 ACPI Settings Enable ACPI Auto Configuration This item allows you to enable or disable BIOS ACPI auto configuration. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Enable Hibernation This item allows you to enable or disable the system’s Hibernation (OS/S4 Sleep State). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] This option may not be available on some operating systems. ACPI Sleep State Allows you to select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed.
Power On By Ring [Enabled] Enables the Ring devices to generate a wake event. [Disabled] Disables the Ring devices to generate a wake event. Power On By RTC [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date(Days) and Hour/ Minute/Second are user-configurable with set values. [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. 3.3.12 NCT6116D Super IO Configuration Serial Port 1 Configuration Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).
The following item appears only when you set Serial Port to [Enabled]. Change Settings Allows you to select an optimal setting for Super I/O devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=7;] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] [IO=2F0h; IRQ=3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] [IO=2E0h; IRQ=3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] Serial Port 4 Configuration Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).
[Turbo] [Manual] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle when the CPU temperature is higher than the limit. CPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle.
Chassis Fan1 Q-Fan Source The assigned fan will be controlled according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] Chassis Fan1 Step UP/Down This item allows you to set the Chassis Fan Step Up/Down time. Configuration options: [0 sec] [12 sec] [25 sec] [51 sec] [76 sec] [102 sec] [127 sec] [153 sec] [178 sec] [204 sec] Chassis Fan1 Speed Low Limit This item allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.
Chassis Fan1 Lower Temperature Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the lower limit of the Chassis Fan1 temperature. The Chassis Fan1 will operate at the minimum duty cycle when the temperature source is lower than the limit. Chassis Fan1 Min. Duty Cycle(%) Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the minimum Chassis Fan1 duty cycle. When the temperature source is under the limit, the Chassis Fan1 will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 3.3.
3.3.16 USB Configuration The USB Devices item lists auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] USB devices are only available when running BIOS Setup. [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.
3.3.17 NVMe Configuration This menu displays the NVMe controller and drive information of the connected devices. 3.3.18 HDD Secure Erase This menu displays the HDD that supports Secure Erase function. 3.3.19 Dynamic Digital IO The items listed in this screen configure Digital IO settings. DIO 0~7 Direction Configuration options: [Input] [Output] The following item appears only when you set DIO 0~7 to [Output]. Output Level [H] Configuration options: [H] [L] 3.3.
To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4.
Restore Factory Keys Force System to User Mode. Configure NVRAM to contain OEM-defined factory default Secure Boot keys. Reset to Setup Mode Delete NVRAM content of all UEFI Secure Boot key databases. Export Secure Boot Variables Copy NVRAM content of source Boot variables to files in a root folder on a file system device.
USB Support [Disabled] All USB devices will NOT be available until after OS boot. [Full Initial] All USB devices will be available in OS and POST. [Partial Initial] USB Mass Storage and specific USB port/device will NOT be available before OS boot. Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Enabled] Network Stack Driver will be skipped. Network Stack Driver will not be skipped. Redirection Support Allows you to enable or disable the Redirection function.
3.6 Save & Exit menu The Save & Exit menu items allow you to save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Discard Changes & Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. Save Changes & Reset This option allows you to exit the Setup program after saving changes. Restore Defaults Restore/load default values for all the setup options. 3.
3.7.2 View Smbios Event Log Allows you to view all the events in the Smbios event logs.
Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Address: Phone / Fax No: Asus Computer International 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
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