Operating Guidelines
Version 1.10
EPIA M-Series Overview
The VIA EPIA M-Series Mini-ITX Mainboard is a revolutionary, ultra-compact x86
platform optimized for today’s killer digital applications. At just 17cm x 17cm, Mini-
ITX is the world’s smallest native x86 mainboard platform, and is fully compatible
with Microsoft® and Linux Operating Systems. Available with an embedded VIA
Eden™ ESP processor core for fanless systems with ultra low-power requirements, or
an embedded VIA C3™ E-Series processor for more demanding digital multimedia
applications, the EPIA M-Series is the perfect platform for a whole range of small
form factor, low-power digital media devices and home entertainment centers.
EPIA M-Series Layout
Embedded VIA C3™-E or Eden™
ESP 6000 processor
VIA Apollo CLE266 North
Bridge, featuring int. 8X
2D/3D graphics
1 x DDR266DIMM
2 x IDE Ports ATA/133/100/
Support
1 PCI Slot
VIA VT8235 South
Bridge
10/100 Ethernet
TV-OUT
IEEE 1394
USB 2.0
Audio Jacks / VIA Smart5.1
Surround Sound
