Chapter 2
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
User's Manual
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I/O Ports
Expansion Slots
Installing the Mini PCIe Module
Before installing the Mini PCIe module into the Mini PCIe socket, please make sure that the fol-
lowing safety cautions are well-attended.
1. Make sure the PC and all other peripheral devices connected to it has been powered
down.
2. Disconnect all power cords and cables.
3. Locate the Mini PCIe socket on the system board
4. Make sure the notch on card is aligned to the key on the socket.
Mini PCIe Full Size
Mini PCIe Socket
Mini PCIe
The Mini PCIe sockets allow for Mini PCIe modules that support multiple expansion modules.
Mini PCIe 1 supports full-size Mini PCIe modules for mSATA with SATA or USB 2.0 signals var-
ies on the stock hardware settings.
Mini PCIe 2 supports full-size Mini PCIe modules for USB2.0, reset signals or nano-SIM. PCIe
signals is also available in the config with 4 LANs installed.
Nano SIM
The Nano SIM socket allows the system to access a subscribed telecom service.
M.2 Socket
The M.2 socket is the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF) which is designed to support mul-
tiple modules and make the M.2 more suitable in application for solid-state storage. The board
preserves space and a standoff for the M.2 E key socket (22mm x 30mm).
Mini PCIe 1
10
1
11
2
12
3
10
1
2 6
2 1
1 5
Mini PCIe 2
Nano SIM
M.2 E Key
Stand-off
Notch
Key
