Aaeon EPIC-ADN9 User manual

Last Updated: June 28, 2023

EPIC-ADN9

EPIC Board

User’s Manual 1st Ed

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Copyright Notice

This document is copyrighted, 2023. All rights are reserved. The original manufacturer

reserves the right to make improvements to the products described in this manual at

any time without notice.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any

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any infringements upon the rights of third parties that may result from its use.

The material in this document is for product information only and is subject to change

without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this

document to assure its accuracy, AAEON assumes no liabilities resulting from errors or

omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.

AAEON reserves the right to make changes in the product design without notice to its

users.

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Acknowledgement

All other products’ name or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

⚫ Microsoft Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.

⚫ Intel® and Atom® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation

⚫ Core™ is a trademark of Intel Corporation

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Corporation.

⚫ Ubuntu and Canonical are registered trademarks of Canonical Ltd.

All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners. No

ownership is implied or assumed for products, names or trademarks not herein listed

by the publisher of this document.

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Packing List

Before setting up your product, please make sure the following items have been

shipped:

Item

Quantity

⚫ EPIC-ADN9

1

⚫ Screw Kit

1

If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your distributor or sales

representative immediately.

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About this Document

This User’s Manual contains all the essential information, such as detailed descriptions

and explanations on the product’s hardware and software features (if any), its

specifications, dimensions, jumper/connector settings/definitions, and driver installation

instructions (if any), to facilitate users in setting up their product.

Users may refer to the product page on AAEON.com for the latest version of this

document.

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Safety Precautions

Please read the following safety instructions carefully. It is advised that you keep this

manual for future references

1. All cautions and warnings on the device should be noted.

2. Make sure the power source matches the power rating of the device.

3. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything

over the power cord.

4. Always completely disconnect the power before working on the system’s

hardware.

5. No connections should be made when the system is powered as a sudden rush

of power may damage sensitive electronic components.

6. If the device is not to be used for a long time, disconnect it from the power

supply to avoid damage by transient over-voltage.

7. Always disconnect this device from any AC supply before cleaning.

8. While cleaning, use a damp cloth instead of liquid or spray detergents.

9. Make sure the device is installed near a power outlet and is easily accessible.

10. Keep this device away from humidity.

11. Place the device on a solid surface during installation to prevent falls

12. Do not cover the openings on the device to ensure optimal heat dissipation.

13. Watch out for high temperatures when the system is running.

14. Do not touch the heat sink or heat spreader when the system is running

15. Never pour any liquid into the openings. This could cause fire or electric shock.

16. As most electronic components are sensitive to static electrical charge, be sure to

ground yourself to prevent static charge when installing the internal components.

Use a grounding wrist strap and contain all electronic components in any

static-shielded containers.

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17. If any of the following situations arises, please the contact our service personnel:

i. Damaged power cord or plug

ii. Liquid intrusion to the device

iii. Exposure to moisture

iv. Device is not working as expected or in a manner as described in

this manual

v. The device is dropped or damaged

vi. Any obvious signs of damage displayed on the device

18. DO NOT LEAVE THIS DEVICE IN AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT WITH

TEMPERATURES BEYOND THE DEVICE’S PERMITTED STORAGE TEMPERATURES

(SEE CHAPTER 1) TO PREVENT DAMAGE.

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FCC Statement

This device complies with Part 15 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.

Caution:

There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the

same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries

according to the manufacturer’s instructions and your local government’s recycling or

disposal directives.

Attention:

Il y a un risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée de façon incorrecte.

Ne la remplacer qu’avec le même modèle ou équivalent recommandé par le constructeur.

Recycler les batteries usées en accord avec les instructions du fabricant et les directives

gouvernementales de recyclage.

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China RoHS Requirements (CN)

产品中有毒有害物质或元素名称及含量

AAEON Main Board/ Daughter Board/ Backplane

部件名称

有毒有害物质或元素

铅

(Pb)

汞

(Hg)

镉

(Cd)

六价铬

(Cr(VI))

多溴联苯

(PBB)

多溴二苯醚

(PBDE)

印刷电路板

及其电子组件

×

○

外部信号

连接器及线材

×

○

O：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在

SJ/T 11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。

X：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出

SJ/T 11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。

备注：此产品所标示之环保使用期限，系指在一般正常使用状况下。

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China RoHS Requirement (EN)

Poisonous or Hazardous Substances or Elements in Products

AAEON Main Board/ Daughter Board/ Backplane

Component

Poisonous or Hazardous Substances or Elements

Lead

(Pb)

Mercury

(Hg)

Cadmium

(Cd)

Hexavalent

Chromium

(Cr(VI))

Polybrominated

Biphenyls

(PBB)

Polybrominated

Diphenyl Ethers

(PBDE)

PCB & Other

Components

X

O

○

Wires &

Connectors

for External

Connections

X

O

O：The quantity of poisonous or hazardous substances or elements found in each of the

component's parts is below the SJ/T 11363-2006-stipulated requirement.

X: The quantity of poisonous or hazardous substances or elements found in at least one of the

component's parts is beyond the SJ/T 11363-2006-stipulated requirement.

Note: The Environment Friendly Use Period as labeled on this product is applicable under normal

usage only

 
 
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Table of Contents 
 
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications.......................................................................................... 1 
1 Specifications ............................................................................................................ 2 
2 Block Diagram .......................................................................................................... 6 
Chapter 2 – Hardware Information ........................................................................................ 7 
1 Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 8 
2 Jumpers and Connectors ...................................................................................... 11 
3 List of Jumpers ........................................................................................................ 12 
3.1 Clear CMOS Jumper (JP1) ........................................................................... 13 
3.2 LVDS/eDP Port Backlight Inverter VCC Selection (JP2) ......................... 13 
3.3 LVDS/eDP Operating VDD Selection (JP2) .............................................. 13 
3.4 Auto Power Button Enable/Disable Selection (JP3) ............................... 13 
3.5 COM 1 Port Power/RI Selection (JP4) ........................................................14 
3.6 COM 2 Port Power/RI Selection (JP5) .......................................................14 
4 List of Connectors ................................................................................................... 15 
4.1 RTC Battery Connector (CN1) ..................................................................... 17 
4.2 LVDS Port Inverter/Backlight Connector (CN2) ...................................... 17 
4.3 LVDS/eDP Connector (CN3) ....................................................................... 18 
4.4 VGA Connector (CN4) ................................................................................ 20 
4.5 DP Connector (CN5) ................................................................................... 20 
4.6 HDMI Connector (CN6) .............................................................................. 22 
4.7 Dual 2.5GbE LAN Port (CN7) .................................................................... 23 
4.8 Full Size mSATA Slot (CN8) ........................................................................ 24 
4.9 +5V Output for SATA HDD (CN9) ............................................................ 26 
4.10 SATA 0 Connector (CN10) ........................................................................... 26 
4.11 SATA 1 Connector (CN11) ............................................................................ 27 
4.12 +5V Output for SATA HDD (CN12) ........................................................... 27 

 
 
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4.13 Full Size Mini Card Slot (CN13) .................................................................. 28 
4.14 Nano SIM Card Socket (CN14) .................................................................. 30 
4.15 M.2 2242 B-Key (CN15)............................................................................... 30 
4.16 Audio Connector (CN16) ............................................................................. 31 
4.17 USB 3.2 x 2 Connector (CN17) .................................................................. 32 
4.18 USB 2.0 Port 3 (CN18) ................................................................................. 33 
4.19 USB 2.0 Port 4 (CN20) ................................................................................ 33 
4.20 USB 2.0 Port 5 (CN19) ................................................................................. 34 
4.21 USB 2.0 Port 6 (CN21) ................................................................................. 34 
4.22 COM Port 1 & 2 (CN22) .............................................................................. 35 
4.23 COM Port 1 (colay with CN22) (CN23) .................................................... 37 
4.24 COM Port 2 (colay with CN22) (CN24) ................................................... 37 
4.25 COM Port 3 (CN25) ..................................................................................... 38 
4.26 COM Port 4 (CN26) ..................................................................................... 39 
4.27 COM Port 5 (CN27) ..................................................................................... 40 
4.28 COM Port 6 (CN28) ......................................................................................41 
4.29 GPIO Port 0 (CN29) ..................................................................................... 42 
4.30 GPIO Port 1 (CN30) ...................................................................................... 43 
4.31 SPI Flash Programming Port (CN31) ........................................................ 44 
4.32 FAN Connector (CN32) ............................................................................... 45 
4.33 Port 80 Debug Port (CN33) ....................................................................... 45 
4.34 Dual 2.5GbE LAN Port (CN34) .................................................................. 46 
4.35 Speaker Left/Speaker Right (CN35/CN36) ............................................. 47 
4.36 External Power Input (CN37) ..................................................................... 48 
4.37 ATX 12V Power Connector (CN38) ........................................................... 48 
4.38 Front Panel (CN39) ...................................................................................... 49 
4.39 Power Management SMBus (CN40) ........................................................ 49 
4.40 I2C/SMBus Header (CN42) ........................................................................ 50 

 
 
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4.41 DDR4 SODIMM Slot (DIMM1).................................................................... 50 
5 Thermal Solution Assembly .................................................................................. 51 
Chapter 3 - AMI BIOS Setup ................................................................................................ 52 
1 System Test and Initialization .............................................................................. 53 
2 AMI BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................... 54 
3 Setup Submenu: Main .......................................................................................... 55 
4 Setup Submenu: Advanced ................................................................................. 56 
4.1 CPU Configuration ....................................................................................... 57 
4.2 PCH-FW Configuration ............................................................................... 58 
4.3 Firmware Update Configuration ............................................................... 59 
4.4 PTT Configuration ........................................................................................ 60 
4.5 Trusted Computing ....................................................................................... 61 
4.6 SATA Configuration ...................................................................................... 63 
4.7 Hardware Monitor ....................................................................................... 64 
4.7.1 Smart Fan Mode Configuration ................................................. 65 
4.8 SIO Configuration ........................................................................................ 66 
4.8.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration .......................................................... 67 
4.8.2 Serial Port 2 Configuration ......................................................... 68 
4.8.3 Serial Port 3 Configuration ......................................................... 69 
4.8.4 Serial Port 4 Configuration ......................................................... 70 
4.8.5 Serial Port 5 Configuration .......................................................... 71 
4.8.6 Serial Port 6 Configuration ......................................................... 72 
4.9 Serial Port Console Redirection ................................................................ 73 
4.10 Legacy Console Redirection Settings....................................................... 74 
4.11 AAEON BIOS Robot .................................................................................... 75 
4.12 Power Management .................................................................................... 77 
4.13 GPIO Port Configuration ............................................................................ 78 
4.14 AAEON Smart Boost ................................................................................... 79 

 
 
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3.5 Setup Submenu: Chipset ..................................................................................... 80 
3.5.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration.............................................................. 81 
3.5.2 Memory Configuration ............................................................................... 82 
3.5.3 LVDS Panel Configuration .......................................................................... 83 
3.5.4 PCH-IO Configuration ................................................................................ 85 
3.6 Setup Submenu: Security ..................................................................................... 86 
3.6.1 Secure Boot ................................................................................................... 87 
3.6.2 Key Management ......................................................................................... 88 
3.7 Setup Submenu: Boot .......................................................................................... 90 
3.7.1 BBS Priorities .................................................................................................. 91 
3.8 Setup Submenu: Save & Exit ............................................................................... 92 
Chapter 4 – Drivers Installation ............................................................................................ 93 
4.1 Drivers Download and Installation ..................................................................... 94 
Appendix A - I/O Information .............................................................................................. 97 
A.1 I/O Address Map ................................................................................................... 98 
A.2 Memory Address Map ....................................................................................... 100 
A.3 IRQ Mapping Chart .............................................................................................. 101 
Appendix B – Mating Connectors .......................................................................................110 
B.1 List of Mating Connectors and Cables .............................................................. 111 
 

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Chapter 1

Chapter 1 - Product Specifications

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1.1 Specifications

System

Form Factor

4" EPIC Board

CPU

Intel Atom® x7000E Series/Intel® Processor N

Series/Intel® Core™ i3-N305 Processors:

Intel® Core™ i3-N305

(8C/8T, up to 3.8 GHz, TDP 15W)

Intel Atom® x7425E

(4C/4T, up to 3.4 GHz, TDP 12W)

Intel® Processor N97

(4C/4T, up to 3.6 GHz, TDP 12W)

Intel® Processor N50

(2C/2T, up to 3.4 GHz, TDP 6W)

Chipset

Integrated with Intel® SoC

Memory Type

DDR4 3200MHz Single-Channel SODIMM x 1,

up to 16GB

BIOS

UEFI

Wake on LAN

Yes

Watchdog Timer

255 Levels

Security

TPM 2.0 (Optional)

RTC Battery

Lithium Battery 3V/240mAh

Dimension (L x W)

4.53" x 6.50" (115mm x 165mm)

OS Support

Windows® 10 (64-bit)

Ubuntu 22.04.2 LTS/Kernel 5.15.0

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Power

Power Requirement

+9~24V or +12V

Power Supply Type

AT/ATX

Connector

2-Pin Phoenix Connector

Power Consumption

Intel® Core™ i3-N305, DDR4 16GB, 1.87A @+24V

(Typical)

Intel® Core™ i3-N305, DDR4 16GB, 2.66A @+24V

(Max)

Display

Controller

Intel® UHD Graphics

LVDS/eDP

LVDS or eDP (Default: LVDS)

24/48-bit Dual-Channel LVDS x 1, up to 1920 x 1080

eDP 1.4 x 1, up to 3840 x 2160

Display Interface

HDMI 1.4 x 1, up to 1920 x 1080

DP 1.2 or VGA x 1 (Default: DP 1.2)

DP 1.2 x 1, up to 3840 x 2160

VGA x 1, up to 1920 x 1080

Multiple Display

Up to 3 Simultaneous Displays

Audio

Codec

Realtek ALC897

Audio Interface

Line-In/Line-Out/Mic

Speaker

5W Amp. (Optional)

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External I/O

Ethernet

RJ-45 for Intel® I226-V 2.5GbE x 2

(Standard: 2 Ports, Advanced: 4 Ports)

USB

USB 3.2 Gen 2 x 2

Serial Port

COM 1, COM 2 (RS-232/422/485, support 5V/12V/RI)

Video

HDMI 1.4 x 1

DP 1.2 x 1

Internal I/O

USB

USB 2.0 x 4

Serial Port

COM 3, COM 4, COM 5, COM 6

(RS-232, support RI only)

Video

LVDS x 1 or eDP x 1 (Default: LVDS)

LVDS Inverter 5V/12V @2A

SATA

SATA III x 1 (Default)

(up to SATA x 2 shared with mSATA, BOM Optional)

Audio

Line-In/Line-Out/Mic

DIO/GPIO

GPIO 16-bit

SMBus/I2C

SMBus/I2C (Default: SMBus)

Touch

-

Fan

4-Pin Smart Fan

SIM

Nano SIM x 1

Front Panel

Power Button, Reset Button, Power LED, SATA LED,

Buzzer

Others

-

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Expansion

Mini PCIe/mSATA

Full Size mPCIe x 1

Full Size mSATA x 1

M.2 Module Support

M.2 2242 B-Key x 1 (PCIe 2.0 [x1] + USB 2.0)

Others

-

Environmental

Operating Temperature

32°F~140°F (0°C~60°C)

Storage Temperature

-40°F~176°F (-40°C~80°C)

Operating Humidity

0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing

MTBF (Hours)

TBD

Certification

CE/FCC Class A

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1.2 Block Diagram

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