Industrial Motherboard Q470EA-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...
3.4 3.3.14 Onboard Devices Configuration..................................... 3-16 3.3.15 EZ-Flash........................................................................ 3-16 3.3.16 APM Configuration......................................................... 3-16 3.3.17 Watchdog Timer............................................................. 3-18 3.3.19 Miscellaneous................................................................ 3-18 Hardware Monitor menu.......................................
Chapter 1 Product overview 1.1 Package contents Check your industrial motherboard package for the following items. 1 x ASUS Q470EA-IM-A Motherboard 1 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 3 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 Chipset Memory Graphics Intel® socket 1200 for 10th Gen Intel® Core™ i9/ i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 14nm CPU Supports up to 125W Intel® Q470E Chipset 4 x U-DIMMs, max. 128GB, DDR4 2933/2666/2400 MHz Integrated graphics processor - Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DP/HDMI/VGA ports - Supports 2 x DisplayPort 1.
5 x COM Port headers (1 x RS232/422/485, 4 x RS232) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 vertical connectors 1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU Fan header with PWM mode 3 x Chassis Fan headers with PWM mode 6 x SATA 6.
Relative Humidity 15%~95% Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise OS support Ubuntu RedHat Enterprise Fedora Workstation Certification Form Factor OpenSUSE CE, FCC ATX Form Factor, 9.6”x 12” (24.4cm x 30.5cm) 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 nine 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 3 5 6 3 24.4cm(9.6in) CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN EATX12V COM1 HDMI COM1_SEL DP1 1 7 2 30.
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. COM RING/+5V/+12V selection jumper (6-pin COM1_SEL) 2. EATX Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. CPU and Chassis Fan headers (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) 4. Intel® LGA1200 CPU socket 5. M.2 socket 3 (M.2_PCH_(SKT3)) 6. DDR4 DIMM slots 7. USB 2.0 connectors / header (USB_INTERNAL_12, USB_INTERNAL_13, USB1011) 8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (20-1 pin U32G1_67) 9. M.2 socket 2 (M.2_PCH_(SKT2)) 10. TPM header (14-1 pin TPM) 11. SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (7-pin SATA6G_1-6) 12.
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1200 socket designed for the Intel® 10th Generation Intel® Core™ i9 / Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. LGA1200 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.
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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 Q470EA-IM-A
2.4 System memory DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets.
2.5 1. Jumpers COM Ring/+5V/+12V selection jumper (6-pin COM1_SEL) A A COM1_SEL B COM2_SEL 2 4 1 3 +12V 6 5 +5V RI (Default) B Connector type 2. HEADER 2x3p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T Setting Pins +12V 1-2 +5V 3-4 RI (Default) 5-6 Disable 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.
3. AT/ATX Mode selection jumper (3-pin AT_ATX_SEL) AT_ATX_SEL 1 2 2 3 High Active (Default) Low Active Pins 1-2 (Default) High Avtive 2-3 Low Active Connector type 4. HEADER 1x3p, 2.54mm pitch, S/T 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.
5. Clear CMOS header (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 +3V_BAT GND PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 1x2p, 1.25mm 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.
2.6 Connectors 2.6.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 8 1. 9 3 10 4 11 5 6 12 7 13 COM port. This port connects a modem or other device that conforms with serial specification. Pin1 Pin2 Pin3 Pin4 Pin5 Pin6 Pin7 Pin8 Pin9 RS232 DCD RXD TXD DTR GND DSR RTS CTS RI/5V/12V RS485 B A NC NC GND NC NC NC NC/5V/12V RS422 T(B) T(A) R(A) R(B) GND NC NC NC NC/5V/12V 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible device. 3.
LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Off Orange Orange (Blinking) Orange (Blinking then steady) Description No link Linked Data activity Ready to wake up from S5 mode Speed LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link LED Speed LED LAN port 6. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 7. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker.
2.6.2 1. Internal connectors EATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) Correctly orient the ATX power supply plugs into these connectors and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. B A A GND GND GND GND EATX12V B +12V +12V +12V +12V PIN 1 EATXPWR +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 2.
3. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 SSD module. M.2_PCH_(SKT3) NOTES: • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • This socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. 4. USB 2.0 connectors / header (USB_INTERNAL_12, USB_INTERNAL_13, USB1011) These Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports / header are for USB 2.0 devices.
5. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (20-1 pin U32G1_67) 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. U32G1_67 PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ Connector type 6.
7. TPM header (14-1 pin TPM) S_SPI_TPM_IRQ# S_SPI_TPM_CS2# T_SPI_BIOS_WP# GND T_SPI_CLK T_SPI_MOSI This header supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system with a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), allowing you to securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also enhances network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. PIN 1 +3V_SPI_TPM S_PLTRST#_Onboard NC +3V_SPI S_SPI_CS0# T_SPI_MISO T_SPI_HOLD# TPM Connector type 8.
9. M.2 Wi-Fi This socket connects to an M.2 Wi-Fi device. M.
11. General Purpose Input/Output header (10-pin GPIO_CON) This connector is for a general purpose input/output module which allows you to customize the digital signal input/output. GPIO_CON +5VSB GPIO7 GPIO5 GPIO3 GPIO1 GND GPIO8 GPIO6 GPIO4 GPIO2 PIN 1 Connector type 2-20 WAFER HD 2x5p, 2.
12. System Panel header (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This header supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LEDGND O_RSTCON#_PR NC PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN#_PANEL GND +PWR_LED PWR_BTN +HDD_LED Connector type RESET Header 2x5p, K10, 2.54mm pitch • System power LED (2-pin +PWR_LED) • This 2-pin header is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this header.
13. 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 high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pin labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with jumper caps.
15. LPC Debug header (10-1 pin LPC_DEBUG) This header allows connection to a LPC debug card. +3V +3V CK_24M_DEBUG_LPC GND LPC_DEBUG SLAD0_SIO SLAD1_SIO SLAD2_SIO SLAD3_SIO S_LFRAME# PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 2x5p, K10, 2.0mm pitch IMPORTANT! • Scan the QR code to view the meaning of each debug code. • Debug codes are only available for ASUS LPC debug card. • Contact your region sales representative for LPC debug header ordering. 16.
17. LPT header (26-1 pin LPT) LPT_XAFD# LPT_ERROR# LPT_XINIT# LPT_XSLIN# GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) header supports devices such as a printer. LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. PIN 1 LPT_XSTB# LPT_XPD0 LPT_XPD1 LPT_XPD2 LPT_XPD3 LPT_XPD4 LPT_XPD5 LPT_XPD6 LPT_XPD7 LPT_ACK# LPT_BUSY LPT_PE LPT_SLCT LPT 18.
19. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. SPDIFOUT GND +5V SPDIF_OUT PIN 1 Connector type HEADER 1x4p, K2, 2.54mm pitch NOTE: The SPDIF Out module is purchased separately.
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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.
BIOS menu screen 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. Hardware Monitor For displaying the system temperatures, fan and power status, and changing smart fan settings. Security For configuring the system security settings. Boot For changing the system boot configuration. Exit For selecting the save options and default options.
3.3.2 Trusted Computing Security Device Support Allows you to enable or disable BIOS support for security device. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following items appear when a TPM device is installed on your motherboard. SHA-1 PCR Bank Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SHA256 PCR Bank Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SHA384 PCR Bank Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Pending operation Allows you to schedule an operation for security device.
PH Randomization Allows you to enable or disables Platform Hierarchy randomization. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Do not enable this question in production platforms. This is for development testing. OVERRIDE ChangePlatformAuth ELINK for production platforms supports TXT. 3.3.3 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show CPU-related information the BIOS automatically detects.
Turbo Mode Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] C states Allows you to enable or disable CPU Power Management. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set C states to [Enabled]. Enhanced C-states Allows you to enable or disable C1E. CPU will switch to minimum speed when all cores enter C-state. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Package C State Limit Set the maximum package C state limit.
PCIE x16/x8 Slot Allows you to configure the PCIE x16/x8 options. PEG 0:1:0 Enable Root Port Allows you to enable or disable the Root Port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Max Link Speed Allows you to configure PEG 0:1:0 Max Speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] Max Link Width Allows you to force PEG link to restrain to X1/2/4/8.
ASPM This item allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG 2, and this has no effect if PGE is not the currently active device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] PCIEX4_1 (X2) Allows you to configure the PCI Express root port settings. PCIEX4_1(X2) Allows you to enable or disable the PCI Express Root Port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM 16 This item allows you to set the ASPM level.
Detect Timeout This item allows you to set the detection time (milliseconds) for enabled ports before it exit the detection status. Detect Non-Compliance Device This item allows you to enable or disable detection of non-compliance PCI Express devices. If enabled, more time will be required during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.6 AMT Configuration This item allows you to configure Intel® Active Management Technology parameters.
Unconfigure ME Allows you to unconfigure ME by resetting the MEBx password to default. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.3.7 CSM Configuration CSM Support Allows you to enable or disable CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set CSM Support to [Enabled]. GateA20 Active Configuration options: [Upon Request] [Always] [Upon Request] GA20 can be disabled using BIOS services.
Serial Port 2 Configuration This item allows you to set parameters of Serial Port 2 (COMB). Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] COM2 Control Allows you to select COM2 mode. Configuration options: [RS232] [RS422] [RS485] Serial Port 3 Configuration This item allows you to set parameters of Serial Port 3 (COMC). Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).
Parallel Port Configuration This item allows you to set parameters of Parallel Port (LPT/LPTE). Parallel Port Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Change Settings Allows you to select an optimal setting for Super IO Device. Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=378h; IRQ=5;] [IO=378h; IRQ=5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=278h; IRQ=5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=3BCh; IRQ=5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] Device Mode Allows you to change the printer port mode.
Parity A parity bit can be sent with the data bits to detect some transmission errors. Configuration options: [None] [Even] [Odd] [Mark] [Space] [None] Disables parity check. [Even] Parity bit is 0 if the num of 1’s in the data bits is even. [Odd] Parity bit is 0 if the num of 1’s in the data bits is odd. [Mark] Parity bit is always 1. [Space] Parity bit is always 0. Mark and Space Parity do not allow for error detection. Stop Bits Stop bits indicate the end of a serial data packet.
[COM4] [COM5] [COM6] [COM7(Pci Bus0,Dev0,Func0) (Disabled)] Resolution This allows you to set the number of rows and columns supported on the Legacy OS. Configuration options: [80x24] [80x25] Redirect After POST Configuration options: [Always Enable] [BootLoader] [Always Enable] Legacy Console Redirection is enabled for Legacy OS. [BootLoader] Legacy Console Redirection is disabled before booting to Legacy OS. 3.3.
RAID Device ID Allows you to choose RAID device ID. Configuration options: [Client] [Alternate] Use RST Legacy OROM Allows you to use RST Legacy OROM when CSM is enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Aggressive LPM Support Allows you to enable PCH to aggressively enter link power state. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Serial ATA Port 1 ~ Serial ATA Port 6 Port 1~ Port 6 Allows you to enable or disable SATA Port.
3.3.12 USB Configuration Legacy USB Support Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Auto] [Enabled] Enables Legacy USB support. [Disabled] Keeps USB devices available only for EFI applications. [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If any USB device(s) is detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If none is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. XHCI Hand-off This item functions as a workaround for OSes without XHCI hand-off support.
3.3.13 NVMe Configuration The NVMe Configuration menu displays the NVMe controller and drive information of the devices connected and allows you to configure NVMe device options settings. 3.3.14 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller Allows you to control detection of the HD-Audio device. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the HD Audio Device unconditionally. [Disabled] Disables the HD Audio Device unconditionally.
ErP Ready Allows BIOS to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore AC Power Loss Allows you to select AC power state when power is re-applied after a power failure. Configuration options: [S5 State] [S0 State] Power On By PCIE Allows you to enable or disable the Wake-on-LAN function of the onboard LAN controller or other installed PCIe LAN cards.
3.3.17 Watchdog Timer Watchdog Support Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear when you set Watchdog Support to [Enabled]. Watchdog Count mode Allows you to select Watchdog Timer I count mode. Configuration options: [Second Mode] [Minute Mode] Watchdog Timer Allows you to set the Watchdog Timer I Time-out value. 3.3.19 Miscellaneous DMI/OPI Configuration DMI Link ASPM Control Allows you to disable or control Active State Power Management on SA side of the DMI link.
FD/RPM 1 ~ FD/RPM 4 Allows you to set the value of Fan Duty/PRM 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 when temperature is T1 / 2 / 3 / 4. CPU Fan Setting Temperature 1 ~ Temperature 1 Allows you to set the value of temperature1 / 2 / 3 / 4. FD/RPM 1 ~ FD/RPM 4 Allows you to set the value of Fan Duty/PRM 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 when temperature is T1 / 2 / 3 / 4. 3.5 Security menu The Security menu allows a new password to be created or a current password to be changed.
To change a user password: 1. Select the User 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. Confirm the password when prompted. To clear a user password: 1. Select the Clear User Password item and press . 2. Select Yes from the Warning message window then press . 3.5.
Bootup NumLock State Allows you to select the keyboard NumLock state. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Quiet Boot Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Fast Boot Allows you to enable or disable boot with initialization of a minimal set of devices required to launch active boot option. This has no effect for BBS boot options. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Select to accelerate the boot speed. [Disabled] Select to go back to normal boot speed.
Discard Changes and Reset Allows you to reset the system setup without saving the changes you made. Save Options Save Changes Allows you to save changes done so far to any of the setup options. Discard Changes Allows you to discard changes done so far to any of the setup options. Restore Defaults Allows you to restore or load default values for all the setup options. Save as User Defaults Allows you to save the changes done so far as User Defaults.
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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