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USER MANUAL FWA-1320 Advantech
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TABLETOP NETWORK APPLIANCE BASED ON INTEL® ATOM™ C2000 SYSTEM ON CHIP
Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2015 by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make improvements in 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 form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co., Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
Atom, QuickAssist and Intel are trademarked by Intel Corp.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
Part No. XXXXXXXXXX Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan December 2015
About this manual
Thank you for purchasing and using the Advantech FWA-1320.
The target audience of this manual includes users, administrators and technicians. This publication is a useful reference when installing, configuring, operating and managing the FWA-1320.
This manual is organized as follows:
Section 1: Getting Started helps you with the first steps with the FWA-1320.
Section 2: Product Specification provides a detailed description of the FWA-1320 and its features.
Section 3: Configuration and Service describes how to change the FWA-1320's configuration or how to install and service replaceable items.
Section 4: Tips, Tricks and Troubleshooting provides best practices and other information that may be helpful for operation and troubleshooting of the FWA-1320
Appendices provide supplemental information referenced in the other sections of this document.
Useful documents
If you cannot find the information you're looking for or need more detailed information on a specific topic, please refer to the list of additional documents and other sources of information below. Please contact your Advantech representative if you need help on obtaining these documents or still can't find what you're looking for.
Advanced LAN Bypass User Manual
Information on intel CPUs, Chipsets and NIC silicon can be found at www.intel.com
FWA-1320 Reference Platform Software User's Guide (for samples only)
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Warning! Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal injury!

Caution! Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing data. e.g.

There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Note! Notes provide optional additional information.

We Appreciate Your Input
Please let us know of any aspect of this product, including the manual, which could use improvement or correction. We appreciate your valuable input in helping make our products and documentation better.
Please send all such - in writing to: ncg@advantech.com
Glossary
ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface
APIC Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller
BIOS Basic Input Output System
BMC Baseboard Management Controller
CPU Central Processing Unit
EHCI Enhanced Host Controller Interface
FRU Field Replaceable Unit
FW Firmware
GbE Gigabit Ethernet
HPM Hardware Platform Management
HWM Hardware Monitor (chip)
IPMC Intelligent Platform Management Controller
IPMI Intelligent Platform Management Interface
LOM Lights Out Management
MAC Media Access Control
MTBF Mean Time Between Failures
NIC Network Interface Controller
NMC Network Mezzanine Card
NVRAM Non-volatile Random Access Memory
OOS Out Of Service
PCH Platform Controllers Hub
PCIe PCI Express
PECI Platform Environment Control Interface
PCI SIG PCI Special Interest Group
PICMG PCI Industrial Computer Manufacturers Group
POST Power On Self Test
PSU Power Supply Unit
PXE Pre-boot Execution Environment
QAT QuickAssist Technology
QPI QuickPath Interconnect
RASUM Reliability, Availability, Serviceability, Usability, Maintainability
RDIMM Registered DIMM
RMCP Remote Management Control Protocol
RX Receive
SAS Serial Attached SCSI
SATA Serial Advanced Technology Attachment
SCSI Small Computer System Interface
SDR Sensor Data Record
SerDes Serializer/Deserializer
SOL Serial Over LAN
SSD Solid State Disk
SW Software
TPM Trusted Platform Module
TX Transmit
UDIMM Unbuffered DIMM
UHCI Universal Host Controller Interface
USB Universal Serial Bus
Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started......1
1.1 Safety Instructions.... 2
1.1.1 Safety Precautions per IEC704-1 2
1.1.2 Safety Precautions - Static Electricity 3
1.2 Unpacking .... 3
1.3 Installation and Configuration.... 4
1.3.1 Connecting to the Console.... 4
Figure 1.1 PuTTY Session Configuration 5
Figure 1.2 PuTTY Serial Configuration.... 5
Figure 1.3 PuTTY Keyboard Settings....6
Figure 1.4 PuTTY Colour Settings....6
Figure 1.5 BIOS POST screen 7
1.3.2 Installing an OS....7
Table 1.1: PXE BIOS Options 8
1.4 Getting Help: Technical Support and Assistance.... 12
Chapter 2 Product Specification......13
2.1 Overview ...... 14
Figure 2.1 System Overview.... 14
Table 2.1: System components.... 14
2.2 Product Versions.... 15
Table 2.2: Available Product Versions.... 15
2.3 Technical Specifications.... 15
Table 2.3: Specifications ...... 15
2.3.1 System dimensions.... 16
Figure 2.2 System Dimensions.... 16
2.3.2 Regulatory Compliance.... 16
Table 2.4: Applicable Safety Regulations.... 16
Table 2.5: Applicable EMC Regulations.... 17
2.4 Detailed Description 17
2.4.1 Front Elements.... 17
Figure 2.3 System Front View 17
Table 2.6: Front Elements ...... 17
Figure 2.4 Front LEDs 18
2.4.2 System block diagram.... 18
Figure 2.5 Block diagram.... 18
Figure 2.6 ATOM C2000 SKUs for Communications Infrastructure 19
2.4.3 Memory 19
Figure 2.7 DIMM Location 20
Table 2.7: DIMM Mapping 20
Table 2.8: Validated DIMMs 20
2.4.4 Chipset 21
Table 2.9: USB Ports.... 21
Figure 2.8 USB DOM.... 21
Table 2.10:Validated USB DOMs.... 21
Table 2.11:SATA Ports.... 22
Figure 2.9 mSATA SSD.... 22
Table 2.12:Validated SATA Drives.... 22
Figure 2.10RTC battery 24
Table 2.13:COM Ports.... 24
Table 2.14:SMBus Devices 24
2.4.5 Network Interfaces (onboard) 26
2.4.6 PCIe Expansion.... 26
2.4.7 TPM 26
2.4.8 BIOS 26
Table 2.15:PCIe Devices.... 27
2.4.9 Platform Management 28
Figure 2.11 Display of CPU temperature.... 28
Figure 2.12 Thermal Sensor Locations ...... 29
Table 2.16: Thermal Sensors ...... 29
2.5 Advanced Platform Features 29
2.5.1 Intrusion Detection.... 29
2.5.2 Watchdog.... 29
2.5.3 LAN Bypass.... 29
Figure 2.13 Connectivity options of LAN ports in a bypass segment 30
Figure 2.14Onboard LAN ports and bypass segments ...... 31
Table 2.17: Bypass States and LED behavior.... 31
2.6 Available Accessories and Related Products 31
2.6.1 Accessories 31
Table 2.18:Accessories 31
Chapter 3 Configuration and Service ...... 33
3.1 Jumper Settings.... 34
3.2 BIOS Setup Menu.... 34
Figure 3.1 BIOS POST screen 34
Figure 3.2 BIOS Setup Screen Organization.... 35
3.2.1 Main Setup Menu.... 35
Figure 3.3 BIOS Setup Main screen.... 35
Table 3.1: BIOS Setup: Main Menu.... 36
3.2.2 Advanced Setup Menu 36
Figure 3.4 Advanced Setup Main screen 37
Figure 3.5 Advanced Setup: Console Redirection Menu.... 37
Figure 3.6 Advanced Setup: COM1 Console Redirection Sub-menu 38
Table 3.2: Advanced Setup: COM1 Console Redirection Menu Items.... 38
Figure 3.7 Advanced Setup: PCI Subsystem ...... 39
Table 3.3: Advanced Setup: PCI Subsystem Menu Items ..... 40
Figure 3.8 Advanced Setup: Network Stack Configuration Menu . 40
Table 3.4: Network Stack Configuration Menu.... 41
Figure 3.9 Advanced Setup: CSM Configuration Menu.... 41
Table 3.5: CSM Configuration Menu 42
Figure 3.10 Advanced Setup: Security Menu.... 43
Table 3.6: Trusted Computing Menu.... 43
Figure 3.11 Advanced Setup: USB Configuration Menu ...... 44
Table 3.7: USB Configuration Menu.... 44
3.2.3 Chipset.... 45
Figure 3.12 Chipset Configuration Menu.... 45
Figure 3.13Chipset: Processor Configuration Menu.... 46
Table 3.8: Processor Configuration Menu.... 46
Figure 3.14CK420 Configuration Menu 48
Table 3.9: CK420 Configuration Menu 48
Figure 3.15NorthBridge Configuration Menu.... 49
Table 3.10: Northbridge Configuration Menu 50
Figure 3.16 South Bridge Configuration .... 51
Table 3.11: South Bridge Configuration .... 51
Figure 3.17SATA Configuration....51
Table 3.12:SATA Configuration.... 52
3.2.4 Security Setup.... 52
Figure 3.18 Security Setup 52
3.2.5 Boot Menu.... 53
Figure 3.19Boot Configuration.... 53
Table 3.13:Boot Configuration.... 53
3.2.6 Save & Exit Menu 54
Figure 3.20Save & Exit Menu.... 54
Table 3.14:Save & Exit Menu Options.... 54
3.3 Installing Components.... 55
3.3.1 Disk Installation.... 55
Figure 3.21 Screws for HDD mounting.... 55
Figure 3.22USB DOM mounting screw.... 56
Figure 3.23USB DOM site with header & standoff 56
Figure 3.24USB DOM alignment 56
Figure 3.25USB DOM mounting.... 57
Figure 3.26mSATA mounting screw....57
Figure 3.27mSATA key alignment.... 57
Figure 3.28mSATA angled insertion.... 58
Figure 3.29mSATA mounting 58
3.3.2 Memory Installation.... 58
Figure 3.30 Opening DIMM latches.... 59
Figure 3.31DIMM key alignment....59
Figure 3.32DIMM insertion into slide rails.... 60
Figure 3.33 Seating the DIMM in the socket.... 60
3.4 Firmware Upgrades.... 61
3.4.1 BIOS 61
3.4.2 LAN Bypass 61
3.5 Replacing FRUs 61
3.5.1 Disk drives 61
3.5.2 CMOS Battery....62
Figure 3.34 Unlocking the battery.... 62
Figure 3.35Battery Polarity 63
3.5.3 DIMMs....63
Figure 3.36 Unlocking and removing a DIMM 63
Appendix A Connector Pinout and LED Information65
A.1 Console Port (RS232) 66
Figure A.1 RJ45 Console connector 66
Table A.1: Console Connector Pin Assignment.... 66
A.2 USB Type A Connectors 66
Figure A.2 Stacked USB Type A connector.... 66
Table A.2: Stacked USB Type A Connector Pin Assignment .... 66
A.3 RJ45 10/100/1000 BASE-T Ports 67
Figure A.3 RJ45 10/100/1000 Base-T connector....67
A.3.1 Connector Pinout 67
Table A.3: RJ45 10/100/1000 Base-T Connector Pin Assignment 67
A.3.2 LED Definition.... 67
Table A.4: RJ45 Connector LED Indication 67
Appendix B BIOS Post Codes ......69
B.1 BIOS Post Codes 70
Appendix C Declaration of Conformity .....75
C.1 Declaration of Conformity ...... 76
C.1.1 CE 76
C.1.2 FCC Class A....76
Appendix D Warranty and RMA.... 77
D.1 Warranty and RMA 78
Chapter 1
Getting Started
1.1 Safety Instructions
This section provides warnings that precede potentially dangerous procedures throughout this manual. Instructions contained in the warnings must be followed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this equipment. You should also employ all other safety precautions necessary for the operation of the equipment in your operating environment. If you are not sure about the precautions applicable to your operating environment, please contact your company's safety administrator. For basic information you may also refer to the safety precautions per IEC704-1 listed below although Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained therein and its applicability for your specific environment.
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual could result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Advantech intends to provide all necessary information to install and handle the FWA-1320 in this manual. Because of the complexity of this product and its various uses, we do not guarantee that the given information is complete. If you need additional information, contact your Advantech representative.
The product has been designed to meet the standard industrial safety requirements. It must not be used except in its specific area as specified in section 2.3.
Only personnel trained by Advantech or persons qualified in electronics or electrical engineering are authorized to install, service or maintain the product. The information given in this manual is meant to complete the knowledge of a specialist and must not be used as replacement for qualified personnel. Operating personnel must not remove equipment covers. Only factory authorized service personnel or other qualified service personnel may remove equipment covers for internal subassembly or component replacement or any internal adjustment.
Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification of the equipment or the warranty may be voided. Contact your local Advantech representative for service and repair to make sure that all safety features are maintained.
1.1.1 Safety Precautions per IEC704-1
- Read these safety instructions carefully.
- Keep this User Manual for later reference.
- Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
- For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
- Keep this equipment away from humidity.
- Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting it fall may cause damage.
- The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
- Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the equipment to the power outlet.
- Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord.
- All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
- If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.
- Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.
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Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be opened only by qualified service personnel.
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If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service personnel:
☐ The power cord or plug is damaged.
☐Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
☐ The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the user's manual.
☐ The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
☐ The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
- DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -20°C (-4°F) OR ABOVE 60°C (140°F). THIS COULD DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.
- CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER, DISCARD USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982 is no more than 70 dB (A).
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.
1.1.2 Safety Precautions - Static Electricity
Follow instructions below to protect yourself from harm and the products from damage:
- Be sure you are at an ESD workstation, or grounded with an ESD strap before opening the top cover or installing/removing any unit accessible from the outside. Doing so will discharge any static electricity that might have built up in your body.
- Don't touch any components inside the system while the system is on.
- Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden rush of power as you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive electronic components.
- When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component's antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the component in the unit.
- When transporting any electrical component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging.
1.2 Unpacking
Please check the delivery for completeness as you open the carton carefully. If any of the items listed in Table 1 is missing or damaged, please contact your Advantech representative.
When opening the box, you will find the FWA-1320 embedded in protective foam and the accessory box embedded to the foam. Remove the accessory box first and then pull out the unit including the protective foam using both hands. Now, remove the foam and the plastic sleeve on the unit.
After unpacking the unit, please check for any visible damage of the unit and contact your Advantech representative in case of any issue.
| Qty. Image Description | |||
| Network Appliance FWA-1320 | 1 | ![]() | Tabletop Network Appliance based on Intel® AtomTM C2000 System On Chip |
| Console cable 1 | ![]() | Adapter cable RJ45 to DB9 2m for RS232. | |
| HDD Carrier Screw Set | 1 | ![]() | Screws (4pcs) for mounting the HDD carrier plate inside the chassis |
| Rubber pad 4 | ![]() | Rubber black 10x2t RF10-2 w/double adhesive tape | |
| Power Adapter 1 | ![]() | ADAPTER 100-240V 84W 12V 7A W/ PFC | |
1.3 Installation and Configuration
The FWA-1320 comes as a pre-configured system with CPUs, memory and peripherals installed in the unit. In the rare case that you procured a barebone system or need to install components in the FWA-1320 for any other reason, please refer to section 3.
1.3.1 Connecting to the Console
FWA-1320 does not provide an interface for an external monitor in the standard configuration. BIOS output as well as OS output are provided via a serial terminal connection by default.
The remainder of this section describes how to configure PuTTY on a Windows platform for connection with the FWA-1320 serial console as a reference. Other terminal programs may be used in a similar way as well.
Open up PuTTY and begin the configuration as shown below. Please use the actual COM port's number on the client machine instead of "COM1".
Specify "COM1" under serial line and "115200" for speed, no parity, no flow control.
Check Serial for connection type.
Check "VT100+" for keypad in the keyboard submenu
Check "Colour" or "Both" for "Indicate bolded text" in the colours submenu
Click the "Open" button and a PuTTY terminal screen will appear.

Figure 1.1 PuTTY Session Configuration

Figure 1.2 PuTTY Serial Configuration

Figure 1.3 PuTTY Keyboard Settings

Figure 1.4 PuTTY Colour Settings
If the connection is successful you should be able to see the BIOS Power On (POST) screen after powering the unit:

Figure 1.5 BIOS POST screen
Please note that the BISO is doing some initial start up work while the console is still not active. It may take a while until the BIOS POST screen appears. On the other hand, the BIOS has been optimized for minimum boot time. The BIOS will move through POST quickly and immediately try to boot an OS according to the selected boot options in the BIOS:
In case you would extend the time the BIOS displays the POST screen and waits for a key press to enter the setup menu, you can do so via the BIOS setup menu. Please refer to section 3.2 for details.
1.3.2 Installing an OS
Several options are available for OS installation:
System comes with a preinstalled OS
Install an image from a USB key
Install an OS via network boot.
If you use Advantech's services to pre-install an OS, you can skip the following section.
1.3.2.1 Pre-Installed reference OS
If you receive this manual along with a sample unit, the system will have a reference OS installed by default. The unit will be ready to boot the reference OS from the mass storage option selected.
1.3.2.2 Installing and/or boot an OS from a USB key
To install an OS via USB and/or boot the appliance from an USB stick, please make sure the following BIOS options are configured properly:
Advanced Setup: USB Configuration: Mass Storage Driver = Enabled
To boot from a USB stick:
- Create a Live USB stick using LiLi (available via http://www.linuxliveusb.com/) or a similar tool. Please make sure to configure the Linux for the operation with a serial console (115200bd, 8N1, no handshake). Enabling serial support in the Linux bootloader (grub or similar) as well as kernel debug messages via serial console may be valuable for potential troubleshooting.
- Install the USB stick in one of the front ports. Make sure you have a serial console connection established via tools such as PuTTY as described earlier.
- Power on the appliance.
- The boot priority in the FWA-1320's BIOS is giving SATA devices higher priority than USB devices. This is a safety measure to avoid that any end user can tamper the unit when installed in the field with a bootable USB stick. So, in order to boot from the USB stick, you need to enter BIOS setup. In BIOS setup menu, move to the "Boot" menu. You can either give the USB stick higher boot priority over SATA devices. Alternatively, you can select the USB stick in the "Boot Override" Menu. Boot Override will modify the boot order for a single boot process only and will automatically revert back to the original boot priority. After making these changes leave the Setup Menu via "Save&Exit". This will restart the appliance and it will boot from the USB stick.
1.3.2.3 Installing an OS via network boot
To install an OS via network, basically works the same way as booting an OS via USB stick described above.
The main difference is that instead of a Linux live image you need to install a network installer / a network installable image on the USB key. Network Installers or network installable iso images are available for most Linux distributions such as RedHat, Debian, Ubuntu and CentOS. For detailed information, please refer to the documentation of the related network installer and / or Linux distribution.
Please make sure you configure the network installer image properly for the Ethernet port / device of the FWA-320 that you plan to sue for the installation.
1.3.2.4 Booting an OS via network boot
The FWA-1320 supports booting over network via PXE.
To boot an OS via network, please make sure the following BIOS options In the Advanced: Network Stack Configuration Menu are configured properly:
Table 1.1: PXE BIOS Options
| Network Stack Enabled Enables the UEFI Network Stack. | ||
| IPv4 PXE Support | Enabled | Enabled if PXE booting in an IPv4 network;disabled otherwise |
| Disabled | ||
| IPv6 PXE Support | Enabled | Enabled if PXE booting in an IPv6 network;disabled otherwise |
| Disabled | ||
Below are the steps to enable PXE boot.
- It needs to set BIOS/ Advanced-> Network Stack Configuration-> Network Stack as enabled (default setting is disabled)
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) %04x American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Network Stack [Disabled] Enable/Disable UEFI Network Stack <<: Select Screen ^v: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 0001 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/bc8c43a515c2723575bb531fe198f6986314070c3536a8f1206a78960a59b47c.jpg)
- When set Network Stack is enabled, it may set IPV4 PXE & IPV6 PXE function as enabled/disabled, and set PXE boot wait time (range 0\~5) & Media detect time(range 0\~50).
![Optio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) $04x American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Network Stack [Enabled] Enable IPv4 PXE Boot IPv4 PXE Support [Enabled] Support. If disabled IPv6 PXE Support [Enabled] IPV4 PXE boot option PXE boot wait time 0 will not be created Media detect time 0 <<: Select Screen ^v: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 0001 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/004625fff3ee4bd95c930ff960b041f0471c6e9062b23bf321eaf0fd0805f922.jpg)
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) %04x American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Network Stack [Enabled] |Wait time in sec to Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled] |detect media. Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] PXE boot wait time 5 Media detect time 50 <<: Select Screen ^v: Select Item |Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. |F1: General Help |F2: Previous Values |F3: Optimized Defaults |F4: Save & Exit |ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 0001 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/91a1c1726243f7ea62f4b24fb78dde375e6051f4b8a320a2df85014eaa5bee0a.jpg)
- Save BIOS and reboot system. The BIOS will show "Checking Media Presence.....", if system is not connected PXE server, it will show "No Media Present....."
| BIOS Date: 11/13/2014 17:28:35 Ver: NAMB2320V044 Press <DEL> or <ESC> to enter setup. |
| >>Checking Media Presence...... |
| >>No Media Present...... |
| >>Checking Media Presence...... |
| >>No Media Present...... |
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| >>No Media Present...... |
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| >>No Media Present...... |
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| >>No Media Present...... |
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| >>No Media Present...... |
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| >>No Media Present...... |
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| >>No Media Present...... |
- User may re-login in BIOS, choose BIOS/ boot item, and set UEFI PXE LAN boot sequence,
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) $04x American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced IntelRCSetup Security Boot Save & Exit Boot Configuration Setup Prompt Timeout 1 ^|Sets the system boot *|order Bootup Nu ---- Boot Option #1 ---- UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell Quiet Boo UEFI: IP4 Intel(R) I210 Gigabit Network Connection * HDD Boots UEFI: IP6 Intel(R) I210 Gigabit Network Connection * UEFI: IP4 Intel(R) I210 Gigabit Network Connection * UEFI: IP6 Intel(R) I210 Gigabit Network Connection * Boot Opti UEFI: IP4 Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I354 * Boot Opti UEFI: IP6 Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I354 * Boot Opti UEFI: IP4 Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I354 * Boot Opti UEFI: IP6 Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I354 * Boot Opti UEFI: IP4 Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I354 * Boot Opti UEFI: IP6 Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I354 + Boot Opti UEFI: IP4 Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I354 v| Boot Opti ---- /ues Boot Option Boot Option #9 [UEFI: IP4 Intel(R) ...] +|F4: Save & Exit Boot Option #10 [UEFI: IP6 Intel(R) ...] v|ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 0001 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/588be1e4a14e9b8cfc3c8eec4c6fd478c3d346b89588f65733b92065134754a5.jpg)
PXE boot usually does not allow for OS installation over network as the PXE client will only load a single file from the boot server. Similarly, booting Linux over network is usually a two stage process. In the first step, a boot loader such a grub or mini OS such as SysLinux are loaded via PXE from the boot server. The boot loader or miniOS then load the actual target OS which usually consists of multiple files which decompressed and installed into a RAM disk. The detailed process and required configuration of such network install will heavily depend on the target OS and boot loader / miniOS used. Please refer to the related documentation available.
PXE boot requires a DHCP server and a TFTP server in the network to complete. DHCP Server and TFTP server are commonly run on the same machine and collectively referred to as "boot server". Setting up such a boot server implies a couple of steps. How-to guides for setting up Linux as PXE boot server are available on the internet, e.g. https://www.debian-administration.org/article/478/Setting_up_a_server_for_PXE_network_booting.
Please note that it is recommended to setup a separate network / subnet for network booting as the DHCP required for PXE booting may conflict with existing DHCP servers in your network.
The PXE client in the FWA-1320 sends the system's GUID as part of the DHCP Request. Some boot servers have mechanisms to automatically configure the target OS image based on the client system's GUID. Using this mechanism allows to use the same boot server for network booting of different devices / appliances.
1.4 Getting Help: Technical Support and Assistance
In case the unit you received is a sample for evaluation, please contact your Advantech representative. For production units, please follow the process below:
- Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support to find the latest information about the FWA-1320 and related products.
- Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Worldwide contact information can be found on www.advantech.com.
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Please have the following information ready before you call / be sure to include this information in your email:
– Product name and serial number
– Description of your peripheral attachments
– Description of firmware and software versions installed on the product
– A complete description of the problem
– The exact wording of any error messages -
In case the unit needs to be send back for repair, please refer to appendix E for instructions.
Chapter 2
Product Specification
2.1 Overview
The FWA-1320 is the latest addition to Advantech's portfolio of networking platforms based on the Intel® Atom™ processor C2000 family extending the scalability of the Intel® platform for communications infrastructure from high end ATCA based systems all the way down to this entry level 1U rackmount appliance. The FWA-1320 can support 2-core, and 4-core processor SKUs with or without QuickAssist hardware acceleration providing additional flexibility to Network Equipment Providers to choose a platform which meets their performance / price targets. In addition to supporting up to eight Atom™ cores based on the Silvermont architecture in 22nm technology yielding higher clock frequencies and significantly increased performance gains, the new System On Chip processor features tighter I/O integration and improved IO bandwidth.
On-chip functions include four server class GbE ports and crypto acceleration for symmetric keys, bulk security encryption/decryption and public key functions. The four Ethernet data ports support optional LAN bypass and are complemented by two PCIe based Gigabit Ethernet management ports.
System features include one RJ45 console and two USB ports as well as one internally mounted 2.5" HDD/SDD with SATA Gen3 support. An mSATA slot and a USB DOM socket provide options for adding SSDs. A PCIe x4 slot provides further expansion capabilities.
Figure 2 shows the various elements in the FWA-1320.

Figure 2.1 System Overview
Table 2.1: System components
| Component Qty. Description |
| S1 1 Processor |
| S2 1 Side fan |
| S3 1 NAMB-1320 Motherboard |
| S4 1 2.5" HDD |
2.2 Product Versions
The FWA-1320 is available in the following standard configurations. Contact your Advantech representative for availability of other configuration options.
Table 2.2: Available Product Versions
| Model Name Configurations | |
| FWA-1320-00E | C2358 (2C/ 1.7GHz) with 2Gbps QuickAssist2 DIMM sockets, up to 1333 MHz6 LAN ports W/ bypass |
| FWA-1320-01E | C2558 (4C/ 2.4GHz) with 5Gbps QuickAssist2 DIMM sockets, up to 1600 MHz6 LAN ports w/ bypass |
2.3 Technical Specifications
Table 2.3: Specifications
| Processor System | CPU Intel® AtomTM C2000 processor | |
| L2 Cache 2 MB /4 MB depending on CPU SKU | ||
| Memory | Technology | One DDR3 channel, two DDR3 UDIMMs, up to 1600 MT/s depending on CPU SKU |
| Capacity Up to 16 GB | ||
| Ethernet LAN on Board | 4 x GbE LAN ports (integrated in Atom? C2000) with 2 segment advanced bypass support (optional)2 x GbE management ports(Intel I210-AT based) (no bypass capability) | |
| Mass Storage | SATA 1 x 2.5" SATA HDD or SSD | |
| Others Internal mSATA (1x) and USB DOM slot (1x) | ||
| Management interfaces | USB 2 x USB ports | |
| Serial 1 x RJ45 console port (RS232) | ||
| Power Supply | Wattage 84W external adapter | |
| Input 100 V ~ 240 V | ||
| Environment | Operating | Non-Operating |
| Temperature 0 ~ 40°C (32 ~ 104°F) | -20 ~ 75°C (-4 ~ 167°F) | |
| Humidity 5 ~ 85% @ 40°C (104°F) | 5 ~ 95% | |
| Physical Characteristics | Dimensions(W x H x D) | 280 x 44 x 176 mm |
| Weight (N.W) 2 kg (3.3 lb) | ||
2.3.1 System dimensions
The system dimensions (in mm) are shown below:

Figure 2.2 System Dimensions
2.3.2 Regulatory Compliance
The Advantech FWA-1320 meets the specifications and regulations for safety and EMC defined in this chapter. Please contact your Advantech representative for a copy of the declaration of conformity or detailed test reports.
2.3.2.1 Safety
Table 2.4: Applicable Safety Regulations
| USA/Canada UL 60950-1 2nd Edition//CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07 2nd Edition | |
| Europe EN 60950-1:2006/A11:2009/A1:2010/A12:2011 | |
| International | CB Certificate and Report to IEC60950-1, 2nd Edition and all international deviations |
2.3.2.2 Electromagnetic Compatibility
Table 2.5: Applicable EMC Regulations
| USA FCC 47 CFR Parts 15, Verified Class A Limit | |
| Canada ICES-003 Class A Limit | |
| Europe | EMC Directive, 2004/108/ECEN55022, Class A Limit, Radiated & Conducted EmissionsEN55024 Immunity Characteristics for ITEEN61000-4-2 ESD Immunity EN61000-4-3 Radiated ImmunityEN61000-4-4 Electrical Fast Transient EN61000-4-5 SurgeEN61000-4-6 Conducted RFEN61000-4-8 Power Frequency Magnetic Fields EN61000-4-11Voltage Fluctuations and Short Interrupts EN61000-3-2 Harmonic CurrentsEN61000-3-3 Voltage Flicker |
| Taiwan TBD by project support | |
| International CISPR 22, Class A Limit, CISPR 24 Immunity | |
2.3.2.3 CE Mark
The CE marking on this product indicates that it is in compliance with the European Union EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Safety Directive 2001/95/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, and RoHS (recast) Directive 2011/65/EU.
2.4 Detailed Description
2.4.1 Front Elements
Please refer to appendix A for a description of connector pin definitions.

Figure 2.3 System Front View
Table 2.6: Front Elements
| Item Element Description | |
| F1 Power Switch DC power switch | |
| F2 DC inlet DC inlet | |
| F3 USB Connector Stacked Type A USB connector providing 2 USB2.0 ports | |
| F4 Console Connector RS232 Console Connector | |
| F5 Management Port 0 | Management LAN Port 0 |
| F6 Management Port 1 | Management LAN Port 1 |
| F7 Traffic Port 1 | Traffic LAN Port 1 |
Table 2.6: Front Elements
| F8 Traffic Port 2 Traffic LAN Port 2 |
| F9 Traffic Port 3 Traffic LAN Port 3 |
| F10 Traffic Port 4 Traffic LAN Port 4 |
2.4.1.1 LED Details
Two LEDs are provided at the front for signalling important system status at the location of rear side.

Figure 2.4 Front LEDs
2.4.2 System block diagram

flowchart
graph LR
A["Traffic Port 1"] --> B["LAN Bypass"]
C["Traffic Port 2"] --> D["LAN Bypass"]
E["Traffic Port 3"] --> F["LAN Bypass"]
G["Traffic Port 4"] --> H["LAN Bypass"]
I["MGMT 0"] --> J["Intel i210"]
K["MGMT 1"] --> L["Intel i210"]
M["Console"] --> N["UART0 COM1"]
O["USB"] --> P["UART1 COM2"]
Q["PCIex1"] --> R["Intel i210"]
S["PCIex1"] --> T["Intel i210"]
U["DDR3/DDR3L 1333/1600"] --> V["HWM"]
W["SMBUS"] --> X["BIOS"]
Y["SPI"] --> Z["USB2"]
AA["USB3"] --> AB["SATA3"]
AC["SATA3"] --> AD["SATA2"]
AE["Expansion Slot PCIe Gold Finger"] --> AF["PCIex4"]
B <--> G
D <--> G
F <--> G
H <--> G
J <--> G
L <--> G
N <--> G
P <--> G
Q <--> G
R <--> V
S <--> X
T <--> Y
U <--> Z
V <--> AA
W <--> AB
X <--> AC
Y <--> AD
Z <--> AE
Figure 2.5 Block diagram
2.4.2.1 Processor(s)
The FWA-1320 supports one ATOM C2000 processor. The table below gives an overview of the processor SKUs for communication infrastructure which can be supported on the FWA-1320:
| Features | 8 Core | 8 Core | 8 Core | 4 Core | 4 Core | 4 Core | 2 Core | 2 Core |
| SKU - Intel ^ Atom ^TM Processor | C2758 | C2738 | C2718 | C2558 | C2538 | C2518 | C2358 | C2338 |
| Target TDP | ~20 W | ~20 W | ~18 W | ~15 W | ~15 W | ~13 W | ~7 W ^++ | ~7 W ^++ |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Core Freq Base (Turbo) | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz | 2.0 GHz | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz | 1.7 GHz | 1.7 GHz(2.0 GHz) | 1.7 GHz(2.0 GHz) |
| None | None | None | None | None | None | |||
| Memory Channels | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| DIMMs/Channel | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Memory Type | DDR3L | DDR3L | DDR3L | DDR3L | DDR3L | DDR3L | DDR3L | DDR3L |
| Memory Frequency | 1600 | 1600 | 1333 | 1600 | 1600 | 1333 | 1333 | 1333 |
| PCIe Lanes - Max | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 8 ^++ | 8 ^++ |
| PCIe Controllers | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| GbE ports | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| SATA 3 Ports | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| SATA 2 Ports | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| USB 2 Ports | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Intel ^ VT-x2 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Intel ^ QuickAssist Technology | 10 Gbps ^* | NONE | 10 Gbps ^* | 5 Gbps ^** | NONE | 5 Gbps ^** | 4 Gbps ^** | NONE |
Figure 2.6 ATOM C2000 SKUs for Communications Infrastructure
Please note that the ATOM C2000 is soldered on the motherboard and cannot be installed later. The standard product configurations available including CPU options are listed in section 2.2. If you're interested in the support of other CPU SKUs, please contact your Advantech representative.
For details on the features of the Atom C2000 processor, please refer to documentation available from intel.
2.4.3 Memory
Two DDR3L or DDR3 DIMMs are supported on the FWA-1320. Both DIMMs reside on the CPU's memory channel A and can support operation up 1600MT/s (CPU SKU dependent).

Figure 2.7 DIMM Location
DIMM modules can be populated in any order. DDR3 and DDR3L modules differ in some operating voltages and will be recognized automatically. No manual adjustment is required. However, mixing DDR3 and DDR3L DIMMs is not supported and can lead to system damage.
It is recommended to use identical DIMMs on both sockets for best performance and reliability.
The following list summarizes the modules validated on the FWA-1320:
Table 2.8: Validated DIMMs
| Vendor Frequency Capacity Advantech PN | |||
| Apacer | DDR3-13332G | 96D3-2G1333NN-AP1 | |
| DDR3-1600 96D3-2G1600NN-APL | |||
| DDR3-13334G | 96D3-4G1333NN-AP | ||
| DDR3-1333 96D3-4G1333E-AP | |||
| DDR3-1600 | 96D3-8G1600NN-APL | ||
| DDR3-1333 96D3-8G1333NN-APL | |||
| DDR3-1600 96D3-8G1600E-APL | |||
| Transcend | DDR3-1600 2G | 96D3-2G1600NN-TRL | |
| DDR3-16004G | 96D3-4G1600NN-TR | ||
| DDR3L-1600 | AQD-D3L4GN16-SQ | ||
| Advantech | DDR3L-1600 2G | AQD-D3L2GN16-SQ | |
| DDR3L-1600 | AQD-D3L4GN16-MG | ||
| DDR3L-1600 4G | AQD-D3L4GN16-SG | ||
| DDR3L-1600 | AQD-D3L4GN16-MQ | ||
| DDR3L-1600 8G | AQD-D3L8GN16-SG | ||
Please contact you Advantech representative for the most recent list of validated peripherals or if you would like to use modules not listed.
2.4.4 Chipset
The chipset / PCH functionality is integrated into the Atom C2000 SoC.
2.4.4.1 USB
The FWA-1320 supports six two external USB2.0 ports which can be used to connect low, full and high speed devices. The 5V supply rail supplied to external devices is current limited by a self resetting, electronic fuse to 500mA.
Table 2.9: USB Ports
| USB Port Implementation |
| 0 Type A front panel connector |
| 1 Type A front panel connector |
| 2 USB DOM socket (location M6) |
| 3 USB header (reserved) |
A third USB port is connected to an onboard USB DOM socket supporting "Type A" disks on module with PCB dimensions of 26.5mm x 37.8mm as shown below

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Green printed circuit board with electronic components and a circular gold component (no visible text or symbols)Figure 2.8 USB DOM
The following list summarizes the modules validated on the FWA-1320:
Table 2.10: Validated USB DOMs
| Vendor Capacity Advantech PN |
| Phison Electronics Corp 4G UUD004GTSC0-670 |
| ATP 4G AF4GSSGH-AABXP |
An additional USB2.0 port is connected to an onboard header. This port is reserved for custom use. Please contact your Advantech representative if you are interested to use this port.
The USB Host Controller is integrated into the Atom C2000 SoC and implements a Enhanced Host Controller Interface compliant to the EHCI 1.0 Specification. The EHCI supports up to four USB 2.0 root ports. The controller integrates a Rate-Matching Hub to support USB 1.1 devices. Universal Host Controller and Open Host Controller Interfaces are not supported by the Atom C2000 device.
Please note that the BIOS of the FWA-1320 supports disabling the USB Controller as well as specific USB device classes. Please refer to chapter BIOS / BIOS Setup Menu for details.
2.4.4.2 SATA
The SoC has two independent integrated SATA host controllers. One controller supports DMA operation on up to four ports and supports data transfer rates of 3.0 Gb/s (300 MB/s) and 1.5 Gb/s (150 MB/s) referred to as SATA2 controller.
The other controller, the SATA3 controller, in addition to legacy data rates supports data rates of up to 6 Gb/s (600 MB/s). The SATA3 controller is the legacy IDE controller and has two ports.
Both SATA controllers contains two modes of operation—a native mode and an AHCI mode using memory space.
The SATA ports are implemented per below table on the FWA-1320. Other SATA ports provided by the Atom C2000 are not used on the FWA-1320.
Table 2.11: SATA Ports
System SATA Port Implementation Controller Controller Port
| 1 SATA header 1 (location M1) SATA3 Port 0 |
| 2 mSATA socket (location M3) SATA3 Port 1 |
| 3 SATA header 2 (reserved; location M2) SATA2 Port 0 |

Figure 2.9 mSATA SSD
The following list summarizes the drives validated on the FWA-1320:
Table 2.12: Validated SATA Drives
Vendor Vendor PN (Capacity) Advantech PN
| HDD Drive | ||
| Seagate ST9500620NS 2.5" 500GB SATA HDD 96ND500G-ST-SG7K2 | ||
| TOSHIBA MK6476GSX SL01 2.5" 640GB SATA HDD 96ND640G-ST-TO5K | ||
| Seagate ST91000640NS 2.5" 1TB SATA HDD | 96ND1T-ST-SG7KE | |
| Seagate ST1000LM014 2.5" 1TB SATA HDD | 96ND1TB-ST-SG5K | |
| WD | WD5000LPVX 2.5" 500GB SATA HDD | 96ND500G-ST-WD5K4 |
| WD | WD7500BPVX-22JC3T0 2.5" 750GB SATA HDD | 96ND750G-ST-WD5K1 |
| WD | WD20NPVX 2.5" 2TB SATA HDD | 96ND2T-ST-WD5K |
Table 2.12: Validated SATA Drives
| Seagate ST500LT012 2.5" 500GB SATA HDD 96ND500G-ST-SG5K4 | |
| WD WD5000LUCT-63C26Y0 2.5" 500GB SATA HDD 96ND500G-ST-WD5KE | |
| WD WD7500BPKX 2.5" 750GB SATA HDD 96ND750G-ST-WD7K1 | |
| WD WD10JUCT-63CYNY0 2.5" 1TB SATA HDD 96ND1T-ST-WD5KE | |
| ADVANTECH SQF-S25M8-32G-S8E 2.5" 32GB SATA SSD SQF-S25M8-32G-S8E | |
| ADVANTECH SQF-S25U5-320G-S8C 2.5" 320GB SATA SSD SQF-S25U5-320G-S8C | |
| Plextor 96FD25-S32-PM 2.5" 32GB SATA SSD PX-32G5Me | |
| Plextor 96FD25-S256-PM 2.5" 256GB SATA SSD PX-256G5Me | |
| ADVANTECH SQF-S25S8-32G-S8C 2.5" 32GB SATA SSD SQF-S25S8-32G-S8C | |
| ADVANTECH SQF-S25S4-16G-S8E 2.5" 16GB SATA SSD | SQF-S25S4-16G-S8E |
| ADVANTECH SQF-S25S8-512G-S8C 2.5" 512GB SATA SSD | SQF-S25S8-512G-S8C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-S25S8-128G-S5C 2.5" 128GB SATA SSD | SQF-S25S8-128G-S5C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-S25S4-64G-S7C 2.5" 64GB SATA SSD | SQF-S25S4-64G-S7C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-S25M8-1T-S8C 2.5" 1TB SATA SSD | SQF-S25M8-1T-S8C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-S25M8-128G-S8C 2.5" 128GB SATA SSD | SQF-S25M8-128G-S8C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SLMM4-256G-S9C 256G Slim SATA | SQF-SLMM4-256G-S9C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SLMS4-64G-S9C 64GB Slim SATA | SQF-SLMS4-64G-S9C |
mSATA
| Plextor 96FD-M32-PM 32GB | PX-32G5Me |
| Plextor 96FD-M256-PM 256GB | PX-256G5Me |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SMSM8-256G-S8E | SQF-SMSM8-256G-S8E |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SMSS4-128G-S8E | SQF-SMSS4-128G-S8E |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SMSS4-64G-S9E | SQF-SMSS4-64G-S9E |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SMSS8-32G-S5C | SQF-SMSS8-32G-S5C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SMSM4-16G-S8E | SQF-SMSM4-16G-S8E |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SHMS2-32G-S9C | SQF-SHMS2-32G-S9C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SHMM2-64G-S9C | SQF-SHMM2-64G-S9C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SHMM1-32G-S7C | SQF-SHMM1-32G-S7C |
| ADVANTECH SQF-SHMS1-16G-S7C | SQF-SHMS1-16G-S7C |
2.4.4.3 Legacy Functions and IO
1. RTC
The SoC contains an MC146818B-compatible Real-Time Clock (RTC) with 256 bytes of battery-backed RAM (CMOS RAM) which is reserved for legacy use. The real-time clock keeps track of the system time. The RTC operates on a 32.768 KHz crystal and is buffered by a 3.3 V coin battery (B1).
The typical current draw in the system off state equals 6uA which yields a maximum system off time of 17520hours based on the capacity of the battery used. Please note that environmental conditions, especially temperature, can lead to a change of current draw and that effects like battery self discharge current and other leakage need to be factored in.

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Close-up of a green printed circuit board with various electronic components and connectors (no readable text or symbols)Figure 2.10 RTC battery
Please refer to section 3.5.2 reg. replacing the coin battery.
2. Serial Ports
The SoC integrates two 16C550 compliant UARTs which are mapped to the default resources:
Table 2.13: COM Ports
UART Port Resources Implementation
| 0 COM1 IO Range 0x3f8 -0x3ff, IRQ4 Console port |
| 1 COM2 IO Range 0x2f7 – 0x2ff, IRQ3 Interface to LCM |
Please note that the UARTs in the SoC do not support any UART handshake and status/control signals but RXD, TXD, only.
3. HPET
The High Precision Event Timer (HPET) provides a set of timers that are used by the operating system for timing events. One timer block is implemented, containing one counter and three timers. It complies with the IA-PC HPET (High Precision Event Timers) Specification, Revision 1.0 available from intel.
4. SMBus
The PCH integrates two SMBus controllers. The first one is used as interface to external devices such as EEPROMs, the hardware monitor; the second controller is not used on the FWA-1320.
Table 2.14: SMBus Devices
SMBus Adr, Device Function
| 0 0x5C/5D NCT7904D Hardware monitor chip |
0 0xA0/A1
DIMM A0 SPD
SPD EEPROM
Table 2.14: SMBus Devices
| 0 0xA2/A3 DIMM A1 SPD SPD EEPROM | |
| 0 0xAC/AD 24C02 System FRU EEPROM | |
| 0 0xAE/AF 24C02 (reserved) | Reserved for FRU EEPROM on PCIe expansion card |
| 0 0xD2/D3 CK420BQ Clock generator | |
Most of the SMBus devices are only accessed by BIOS at system start up to determine and set system configuration. Tampering with these devices may lead to system instability and malfunction.
Information on the hardware monitor and how to access it is provided in section 2.4.9.
Information reg. the FRU EEPROM can be found in section 2.4.9.1.
5. Interrupt Controllers
The PCH contains two cascaded, legacy 8259 interrupt controllers as well as an IO Advanced APIC. Legacy Interrupts can also be generated via the LPC Bus using the Serial IRQ mechanism.
The PCH interrupt controllers forward the interrupt requests to the local APIC integrated with the CPU either as out of band INT# requests or MSI/MSI-X in band messages. For more details on the iA interrupt architecture, please refer to documentation available from intel.
2.4.4.4 QuickAssist Accelerator
QuickAssist is used by applications running on the IA cores to accelerate and offload processing. The integrated QuickAssist accelerator appears to software as a PCIe endpoint and is used as a look-aside coprocessor. It supports the features below:
Symmetric Cryptographic Functions
– Cipher Operations
- Hash/Authenticate Operation
– Cipher-Hash Combined Operation
– Key Derivation Operation
Public Key Functions
- RSA Operation
– Diffie-Helman Operation
– Digital Signature Standard Operation
– Key Derivation Operation
– Elliptic Curve Cryptography: ECDSA* and ECDH*
For more information, please refer to documentation available from intel.
2.4.4.5 Random Number Generator
The ATOM C2000 processor introduces a software visible digital random number generation mechanism supported by a high-quality entropy source. This capability is available to programmers through the new RDRAND instruction. The resulting random number generation capability complies with existing industry standards (ANSI X9.82 and NIST SP 800-90). The instruction is described as RDRAND—Read Random Number in Volume 2 of the Intel? 64 and IA-32 Architectures Software Developer's Manual available from intel.
2.4.5 Network Interfaces (onboard)
The FWA-1320 supports a total of 6 onboard network ports.
4 ports are dedicated as “traffic” ports (locations F8 to F11) and support Advanced LAN bypass. The Ethernet Controller for the traffic ports is integrated into the Atom C2000 SoC and referenced as “i354”, a derivative of the popular i350 standalone controller.
Marvell 88E1111 PHYs are provided on the FWA-1320 to support 10/100/1000 Base-T. These PHYs will be detected and configured automatically by the standard Ethernet drivers available from Intel.
The two management ports are implemented using intel i210 Ethernet Controllers with PCIex1 connectivity to the CPU.
2.4.6 PCIe Expansion
A custom from factor expansion module can be installed at location S5. The expansion slot supports PCIe4 gen.2 connectivity. The custom PCIe expansion slot is reserved for future use.
2.4.7 TPM
An Infineon SLB 9635TT 1.2 Trusted Platform Module is supported on the FWA-1320.
This module is TCG-compliant and has passed Common Criteria EAL4+ certification.
The Firmware Version in use is 3.17.
2.4.8 BIOS
The FWA-1320's BIOS is based on AMI's APTIO BIOS and compliant to the UEFI, SMBIOS and ACPI specifications.
The BIOS performs probing, initialization and configuration of the FWA-1320 and initializes the OS boot process at the end of POST (Power On Self Test).
Regular BIOS output as well as the setup menu are displayed via the console port. Please refer to section 1.3.3 reg. the console connection process.
The BIOS Setup Menu is described in detail in section 3.2. BIOS Error Codes used during POST are described in appendix B.
Please note that the FWA-1320 does not have any onboard POST Code LEDs onboard. A special POST code adapter is required to retrieve BIOS error codes.
All BIOS configuration parameters bare stored in NVRAM, a dedicated section of the BIOS flash chip. Parameters are no longer stored in legacy CMOS RAM by the platform BIOS. I.e. BIOS configuration parameters will not be lost due to an empty battery.
2.4.8.1 Password Protection
The BIOS supports and administrator password to restrict access to the BIOS setup menu to qualified and trusted personal, only.
2.4.8.2 BIOS Defaults
The BIOS comes with a set of configuration parameters when shipped by Advantech referred to as “Optimized Defaults” or “factory defaults”. The user can change BIOS settings via the setup menu either temporarily or permanently by saving the changes as “User defaults”.
The BIOS loads Optimized Defaults by the option "Restore Defaults; and loads User defaults by the option "Restore User Defaults". If no User defaults have been defined, the BIOS will do nothing.
2.4.8.3 PCIe Tree
The BIOS also performs an enumeration of all PCIe resources, builds a bus/device map and assigns resources to the PCIe devices. Most OSes perform a reallocation of resources during start up. However, the PCIe bus/device map will not be changed by the OS. The table below gives an overview of the PCIe devices and their corresponding system function:
Table 2.15: PCIe Devices
| PCIe bus:dev:fun | PCIe VenID:DevID | Device Description | |
| 00:00:00 8086:1f0b Host bridge | Intel Atom C2000 SoC Transaction Router | ||
| 00:01:00 8086:1f10 PCI bridge Intel Atom C2000 PCIe Root Port 1 | |||
| 00:02:00 8086:1f11 PCI bridge Intel Atom C2000 PCIe Root Port 2 | |||
| 00:02:00 8086:1f12 PCI bridge Intel Atom C2000 PCIe Root Port 3 | |||
| 00:0b:00 8086:1f18 Co-processor | Intel Atom C2000 nCPM for QuickAssist Technology | ||
| 00:0e:00 8086:1f14 Host bridge Intel Atom C2000 RAS | |||
| 00:0f:00 8086:1f16 IOMMU Intel Atom processor RCEC | |||
| 00:13:00 8086:1f15 | System peripheral | Intel Atom C2000 SMBus 2.0 Controller | |
| 00:14:00 8086:1f41 | Ethernet controller | Intel I354 connected to traffic port labelled “1” | |
| 00:14:01 8086:1f41 | Ethernet controller | Intel I354 connected to traffic port labelled “2” | |
| 00:14:02 8086:1f41 | Ethernet controller | Intel I354 connected to traffic port labelled “3” | |
| 00:14:03 8086:1f41 | Ethernet controller | Intel I354 connected to traffic port labelled “4” | |
| 00:16:00 8086:1f2c USB controller | Intel Atom C2000 USB Enhanced Host Controller | ||
| 00:17:00 8086:1f22 SATA controller | Intel Atom C2000 AHCI SATA2 Controller | ||
| 00:18:00 8086:1f32 SATA controller | Intel Atom C2000 AHCI SATA3 Controller | ||
| 00:1f:00 8086:1f38 ISA bridge | Intel Atom C2000 PCU Legacy Bus Bridge (LPC, legacy devices) | ||
| 00:1f:03 8086:1f3c SMBus | Intel Atom C2000 PCU SMBus (SMBus Controller 0) | ||
| 02:00:00 8086:1533 | Ethernet controller | Intel I210 connected to management port labelled “MGT0” | |
| 03:00:00 8086:1533 | Ethernet controller | Intel I210 connected to management port labelled “MGT1” | |
2.4.9 Platform Management
A Nuvoton NCT7904 Hardware Monitor Chip (HWM) provides hardware monitoring capabilities on the FWA-1320. The HWM chip is connector to the PCH's SMBus. Standard software packages such as "lmsensors" can be used on the host to provide sensor information under Linux. Advantech provides the required patch that adds support for the HWM chip and a system specific configuration file.
Please contact your Advantech representative if you wish to receive the Imsensors patch or, in case you want to implement your own hardware monitoring solution, to obtain more details regarding the hardware implementation.
The HWM monitors all critical voltages on the FWA-1320:
| Pin No. Pin Name Function |
| 6 VSEN6 Monitor VNN 1V Core Power |
| 7 VSEN7 Monitor V1P0 1V Core Power |
| 8 VSEN8 Monitor VSB5V Power |
| 9 VSEN9 Monitor V1P1 1.07V Core Power |
| 10 VSEN10 Monitor VDDQ_MEM 1.5V Power |
| 11 VSEN11 Monitor VCCP 1V Core Power |
| 13 VSEN13 Monitor 5V Power |
| 14 VSEN14 Monitor 12V Power |
| 15 3VDD/VSEN15 Monitor 3.3V Power |
| 16 3VSB Monitor 3.3V AUX Power |
| 48 VBAT Monitor coin-battery Power |
Moreover, the following temperatures are supervised:
Pin No. Pin Name Function
2,3 TR1 Monitor inlet air temperature
The HWM also monitors the front and rear fans:
Pin No. Pin Name Function
| 29 | FANIN_1 | Monitor FAN1 Speed. |
| 30 | FANPWM1 | Control fan1 Speed. |
| 31 | FANIN_2 | Monitor FAN2 Speed. |
| 32 | FANPWM2 | Control fan1 Speed. |
In addition to the HWM, the ATOM C2000 CPU features integrated temperature sensors (1 per core) that are supported by the "coretemp" module of Imsensors:

Figure 2.11 Display of CPU temperature
The diagram below shows the location of the various temperature sensors:

Figure 2.12 Thermal Sensor Locations
Table 2.16: Thermal Sensors
| Sensor Description |
| T1 Air Inlet Sensor |
| T2 CPU Temperature Sensors (integrated into SoC) |
| T3 Air Outlet Sensor |
2.4.9.1 Electronic Label: FRU EEPROM
The FWA-1320 supports an onboard FRU EEPROM which can be accessed via SMBus 0 using afru.
Alternatively, FRU information is also embedded in DMI Tables 1/2/3 and can be displayed with DMI parsing tools like dmidecode.
2.5 Advanced Platform Features
2.5.1 Intrusion Detection
The FWA-1320 does not support intrusion detection by default. This feature has been reserved in the motherboard design, though, and can be enabled at system level via customization. Please contact your Advantech representative should you be interested in this option.
2.5.2 Watchdog
The FWA-1320 provides a programmable watchdog that may be used to reset the system in case it bites due to malfunctioning application software to restore the unit to a known good state. The watchdog is based on intel's TCO timer and is integrated in the Atom C2000 device. The TCO watchdog timer is supported under Linux via a kernel driver (iTCO_wdt.ko). Please refer to Linux as well as ATOM C2000 documentation should you need more details.
2.5.3 LAN Bypass
For a detailed description of the LAN Bypass functionality and the related software API, please refer to the Advanced LAN Bypass User's Manual.
LAN bypass allows automated or manual control of the connectivity between two LAN ports grouped into a bypass segment and the host:

flowchart
graph TD
subgraph Connect
A1["Segment"] --> A2["A"]
A2 --> B1["B"]
B1 --> C1["NIC"]
B1 --> D1["NIC"]
end
subgraph Disconnect
E1["Segment"] --> E2["A"]
E2 --> F1["B"]
F1 --> G1["NIC"]
F1 --> H1["NIC"]
H1 --> I1["X"]
I1 --> J1["X"]
end
subgraph Bypass
K1["Segment"] --> K2["A"]
K2 --> L1["B"]
L1 --> M1["NIC"]
L1 --> N1["NIC"]
end
Figure 2.13 Connectivity options of LAN ports in a bypass segment
In “connect” mode, the ports on a segment are connected to the host via NICs. Traffic will enter and leave the ports just like on a regular NIC.
In “disconnect” mode, the ports are disconnected from the host and from each other. No traffic can flow through the ports
In “bypass” mode, the two ports are disconnected from the host, but connected to each other. Traffic entering the system on one port will be sent out on the other port and vice versa.
"Bypass mode" is used to allow traffic to flow through the system when the system is in a non operational state such as loss of power or in case the application is unresponsive. Application health is monitored by a configurable watchdog.
"Disconnect" mode is typically used to block any traffic until the system has fully started up and the application SW is in a well defined state allowing to handle traffic properly.
Connectivity can be auto controlled by a number of system events:
Power Up
Host system is turned on / powers up (DC on)
Power Down
Host system is turned off / powers down (DC off)
Power Reset
Host system is reset or rebooted
Watchdog Start
LAN bypass watchdog is started or strobed for the first time
Watchdog Timeout
LAN bypass watchdog timed out
External Trigger
Global Watchdog Trigger input (dedicated GPIO pin)
In addition to the event driven model, it is also possible to set the connectivity for a bypass segment via the SW API.
2.5.3.1 LAN Bypass Segments
The FWA-1320 supports four onboard traffic ports which are grouped into 2 bypass segments as shown below:

flowchart
graph TD
A["Seg. 1"] --> B["Port 1"]
C["Seg. 2"] --> D["Port 2"]
E["Port 3"] --> F["Port 3"]
G["Port 4"] --> H["Port 4"]
Figure 2.14 Onboard LAN ports and bypass segments
2.5.3.2 Bypass Watchdog Support
Each bypass segment is support by an independent watchdog timer. The timer basis is set to 100ms. Watchdog timeout periods can be set between 100ms and 6553.5 seconds (about 109 minutes).
The FWA-1320 also supports a global watchdog trigger which allows multiple bypass segments to be controlled at the same time. The global watchdog signal is connected between the two onboard bypass segments and also to the PCIe extension connector (for future use).
2.5.3.3 LED Behaviour
Advantech Advanced LAN bypass uses a LED to show the state of a bypass segment. Usually the bypass LED is implemented as a dual colour LED combined with a regular LAN port LED. The table below shows the status of the bypass LED, only. For a complete description of port LEDs please refer to appendix A.3.2).
Table 2.17: Bypass States and LED behavior
| State LED Status |
| CONNECT Off |
| BYPASS Solid Amber |
| DISCONNECT Blinking Amber (1 Hz) |
2.6 Available Accessories and Related Products
2.6.1 Accessories
The following accessories are available for ordering. Please contact your Advantech representative for a list of available and supported peripherals such as memory modules, hard disks and solid state drives.
Table 2.18: Accessories
| Model Name Configurations | |
| 1702002600 | Power cable 3P 180 cm, USA |
| 1702002605 | Power cable 3P 180 cm, Europe |
| 1702031801 | Power cable 3P 180 cm, UK |
| 1700000237 | Power cable 3P 180 cm, JP |
Chapter 3
Configuration and Service
3.1 Jumper Settings
There are no jumpers on the FWA-1320 intended for customer use.
3.2 BIOS Setup Menu
This section describes the FWA-1320's UEFI BIOS based on AMI's APTIO BIOS. Users can modify BIOS settings and control the special features of the FWA-1320 using the BIOS setup menu.
Please note that Advantech supports shipping the FWA-1320 with custom BIOS defaults to simplify the deployment and integration for our customers. Please contact your Advantech representative if you want to receive more information regarding this service.
The BIOS Setup Menu can be entered via the BIOS POST screen displayed on the console interface:

Figure 3.1 BIOS POST screen
BIOS Setup can be entered by hitting or
The BIOS setup menu screens have a few main elements as shown below. The menu bar displays the selectable menu pages as tabs. The parameter window displays and allows configuration of the settings available in a given menu page or a submenu thereof. Auxiliary text providing information about the selected setup item is displayed in the top right corner.
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced IntelRCSetup Security Boot Save & Exit Menu Bar BIOS Information BIOS Vendor American Megatrends Core Version 5.009 Compliance UEFI 2.3: PI 1.2 BIOS Version 2920 VD.42 Build Date and Time 10/24/2014 17:28:57 Memory Information Total Memory 8197 MB (DOR3) Settings Window System Language [English] System Date [Tue 11/25/2014] System Time [17:54:21] Access Level Administrator Choose the system default language Auxiliary Text ><: Select Screen ^v: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Ch F1: General Help F2: F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Hot Key Description Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/c370ef8989e7cee51dd9c68604ea8ce3c344de826afa15bdc3f5724b71df3529.jpg)
Figure 3.2 BIOS Setup Screen Organization
3.2.1 Main Setup Menu
If security protection has been enabled previously (see chapter 3.2.4), you will be prompted for the BIOS password upon entering the BIOS Setup. After a successful check or if password protection has not been enabled, users will see the Main Setup screen shown below. Users can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab.
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| Main Advanced Chipset Security Boot Save & Exit | ||
| BIOS Information | Set the Time. Use Tab | |
| BIOS Vendor | American Megatrends | to switch between Time |
| Core Version | 5.009 | elements. |
| Compliancy | UEFI 2.3; PI 1.2 | |
| BIOS Version | 2320 V1.10 | |
| Build Date and Time | 07/08/2015 17:42:16 | |
| Memory Information | ||
| Total Memory | 2048 MB (DDR3) | |
| System Language | [English] | ><: Select Screen ^v: Select Item |
| System Date | [Thu 05/15/2014] | Enter: Select |
| System Time | [20:58:51] | +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help |
| Access Level | Administrator | F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit |
Figure 3.3 BIOS Setup Main screen
The main setup page displays system a summary of system and BIOS configuration and status information. The fields on this page are read-only except for the System Date and Time setting.
Table 3.1: BIOS Setup: Main Menu
| Group Setup item | Access / Options | Description |
| BIOS Information | BIOS Vendor Display only American Megatrends | |
| Core Version Display only Current AMI BIOS core version in use | ||
| Compliancy Display only | UEFI Spec revision that the BIOS complies to | |
| BIOS Version Display only | Advantech BIOS Version infoEX: mmmm Vx.yzmmmm: model nameX: major versionYz: minor version | |
| Build Date & Time Display only Shows BIOS build date and time | ||
| Memory Information | Total Memory Display only Shows total memory detected | |
| System Language | Display only | Selects the Setup Menu Language.Only English is supported on the FWA-1320. |
| System Date MM/DD/YY | Displays and sets the system date as used by the BIOS | |
| System Time HH:MM:SS | Displays and sets the system time as used by the BIOS | |
| Access Level Display only | Shows the user privilege level according to the security settings. If password protection has not been enabled, this will default to “Administrator” | |
3.2.1.1 Setting System Time and Date
Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date using the
Please not that system time and date are set during manufacturing process according to factory's local time zone. You may need to update system time to reflect the desired time zone when you receive the unit.
3.2.2 Advanced Setup Menu
Select the Advanced tab from the FWA-1320 setup screen to enter the Advanced BIOS Setup screen. Users can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen, such as the Trusted Computing Configuration, to go to the sub menu for that item. Users can display an Advanced BIOS Setup option by highlighting it using the
The Advanced BIOS Setup screen is shown below. The sub menus are described on the following pages.

Figure 3.4 Advanced Setup Main screen
3.2.2.1 Serial Port Console Redirection
This sub menu allows you to change the settings used for the serial console.
Note that the serial console is always using COM1 which is connected to the front panel.
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Figure 3.5 Advanced Setup: Console Redirection Menu
3.2.2.2 COM1 Console Redirection Settings
The settings for COM1 console can be accessed in this menu.
is sub menu allows you to change the settings used for the serial console. For example, users can define the terminal type, bits per second, data bits, parity, stop bits and others.

Figure 3.6 Advanced Setup: COM1 Console Redirection Submenu
| Table 3.2: Advanced Setup: COM1 Console Redirection Menu Items | ||
| Setup item | Access / Options | Description |
| Terminal Type | ANSI / VT100 / VT100+ / VT-UTF8 | Select the target terminal emulation type: ANSI to use the Extended ASCII Character Set. VT100 to use the ASCII Character set. VT100+ to add color and function key support. VT-UTF8 to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters into one or more bytes. |
| Bits per second | 9600 / 19200 / 38400 / 57600 / 115200 | Defines the baud rate. |
| Data Bits 7 / 8 Defines number of data bits in a character. | ||
| Parity | None / Even / Odd / Mark / Space | Defines the parity scheme used. |
| Stop Bits 1 / 2 Defines number of stop bits in a character. | ||
| Flow Control None / Xon/Xoff Defines the flow control scheme. | ||
| VT-UF8 Combo Key | Disabled / Enabled | Enables VT-UTF8 Combination Key Support for ANSI / VT100 terminals |
| Recorder Mode | Disabled / Enabled | When Enabled the data displayed on a terminal will be captured and sent as text messages to a remote server. |
| Resolution 100x31 | Disabled / Enabled | Enables or disables extended terminal resolution |
| Legacy OS redirection | 80x24 / 80x 25 | When using Legacy OS, this item specifies the Number of Rows and Columns supported |
| PuTTY Keypad | VT100 /. LINUX / XTERMR6 / SCO / ESCN / VT400 | Select Function Key and Key Pad Emulation on PuTTY. |
Table 3.2: Advanced Setup: COM1 Console Redirection Menu Items
| Redirection after BIOS | Always Enable / BootLoader | This defines how long console redirection will be active: “BootLoader” means that legacy console redirection is disabled before booting into a Legacy OS. “Always Enable” means Legacy console Redirection is enabled permanently. |
3.2.2.3 PCI Subsystem Settings
This menu contains settings for the PCIe subsystem. Some menu items are referred to as "PCI" settings. Although the FWA-1320 does not implement a PCI bus, these settings still apply to the platform as PCIe is using the same configuration mechanism as PCI.
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced PCI Bus Driver Versio A5.01.06 PCI Devices Common Settings: PCI Latency Timer [32 PCI Bus Clocks] VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled] PERR# Generation [Disabled] SERR# Generation [Disabled] Above 4G Decoding [Disabled] Value to be programmed into PCI Latency Timer Register. <<: Select Screen ^v: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1254. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/bdc6ec861002c9374c5b585b4d78161180b02bb98c1c383bd9bced0bb2901dd0.jpg)
Figure 3.7 Advanced Setup: PCI Subsystem
Table 3.3: Advanced Setup: PCI Subsystem Menu Items
| Group Setup item | Access / Options | Description | |
| none | PCI Bus Driver Version | Display only | Shows the current PCI SW module version which is used by the BIOS. |
| PCI Devices Common Settings | PCI Latency Timer | 32 / 64 / 96 / 128 / 160 / 192 / 224 / 248 | Value to be programmed into PCI Latency Timer Register of PCI devices. Determines how long slow devices may occupy the PCI bus |
| PCI-X Latency Timer | 32 / 64 / 96 / 128 / 160 / 192 / 224 / 248 | Value to be programmed |into PCI Latency Timer Register of PCI-X capable devices. | |
| VGA Palette Snoop | Enabled / Disabled | Enables snooping of VGA compatible accesses. | |
| PERR# Generation | Enabled / Disabled | Enables or Disables PCI Devices to Generate PERR#. | |
| SERR# Generation | Enabled / Disabled | Enables or Disables PCI Devices to Generate SERR#. | |
| Above 4G Decoding | Enabled / Disabled | Enables or Disables 64bit capable Devices to be Mapped above 4GB in the Address Space. | |
| none | PCI Express Settings | Submenu Change | PCI Express Devices Settings. |
3.2.2.4 Network Stack Configuration
This menu configures the built in network stack of the BIOS.
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Network Stack [Enabled] Enable/Disable UEFI IPv4 PXE Support [Enabled] Network Stack IPv6 PXE Support [Enabled] PXE boot wait time 0 Media detect time 0 - -: ><: Select Screen ]^v: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/f8efee66d9b5a7dab72c0154886d0f03081ee0ee9df92fb2d401d5fc53e1d329.jpg)
Figure 3.8 Advanced Setup: Network Stack Configuration Menu
Table 3.4: Network Stack Configuration Menu
| Group Setup item | Access / Options | Description | |
| none | Network Stack | Enabled Disabled | Enables or disables the UEFI Network Stack. |
| IPv4 PXE Support | Enabled Disabled | Enables or disables IPv4 support for PXE | |
| IPv6 PXE Support | Enabled Disabled | Enables or disables IPv4 support for PXE | |
| PXE Boot Wait Time | 0-5 | Timeout in seconds used by BIOS wait for the ESC key to abort the PXE boot | |
| Media Detect Time | 0-50 | Timeout in seconds to detect network media | |
3.2.2.5 Compatibility Support Module (CSM) Configuration
This submenu allows users to configure the support for legacy BIOS mechanisms and option ROMs.
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| Compatibility Support Module Configuration | Enable/Disable CSM Support. | |
| CSM Support | [Enabled] | |
| CSM16 Module Version | 07.75 | |
| Option ROM Messages | [Force BIOS] | |
| INT19 Trap Response | [Immediate] | |
| Boot option filter | [UEFI and Legacy] | |
| Option ROM execution | ><: Select Screen ^v: Select Item Enter: Select | |
| Network | [Do not launch] | +/-: Change Opt. |
| Storage | [Legacy] | F1: General Help |
| Video | [Legacy] | F2: Previous Values |
| Other PCI devices | [UEFI] | F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit |
Figure 3.9 Advanced Setup: CSM Configuration Menu
Table 3.5: CSM Configuration Menu
| Group Setup item | Access / Options | Description | |
| CSM Support | Enabled Disabled | Enables or disables the Compatibility Support Module. | |
| CSM Module Version | Display only | Shows the version of the CSM used in the BIOS (for reference, only) | |
| Option ROM Messages | Force BIOS Keep Current | Sets the display mode for Option ROM. “Keep Current” will allow the Option ROM to use its current, own display setting. “Force BIOS” will force the Option ROM to use the display mode set by the system BIOS. | |
| INT19 Trap Response | Immediate Postponed | Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. If set to Immediate, the Option ROM will immediately capture Interrupt 1. If this item is set to Postponed, the option ROM will only capture Interrupt 19 during boot from a legacy device. | |
| Boot option filter | UEFI and Legacy Legacy Only UEFI Only | This item allows to control the execution of legacy and UEFI compliant Option ROMs | |
| Option ROM execution | Network | Do not launch UEFI Legacy | This item allows a more granular control of OptionROM execution depending of the type of extension device. |
| Storage | |||
| Video | |||
| Other PCI device ROM | |||
3.2.2.6 Trusted Computing
Please note that Trusted Computing support is disabled by default in the factory defaults to save system boot time. If disabled, the Trusted Computing Menu will not display any status information.
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Configuration Security Device Sup [Disabled] Current Status Information SUPPORT TURNED OFF Enables or Disables BIOS support for security device. O.S. will not show Security Device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available. <<: Select Screen ^v: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/cf2ebb98ad9177865c6b2c28ac9b6516288308d62a63cacd170e07218752facd.jpg)
Figure 3.10 Advanced Setup: Security Menu
| Table 3.6: Trusted Computing Menu | |||
| Group Setup item | Access / Options | Description | |
| Configuration | Security Device Sup | Enabled Disabled | Enables or disables the support for the TPM. |
| Current Status information | Support Turned Off | Display Only | Is displayed when TPM support is disabled |
| TPM State Display Only Shows TPM Enablement Status | |||
| TPM Active State Display Only Shows TPM Activation Status | |||
| TPM Owner Display Only Shows Current TPM Owner | |||
3.2.2.7 USB Configuration
This sub menu allows you to change the settings used for USB and to get an overview of the USB devices detected by the BIOS.
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Figure 3.11 Advanced Setup: USB Configuration Menu
Table 3.7: USB Configuration Menu
| Group Setup item | Access / Options | Description | |
| none | USB Module Version | Display only | Shows the version of the USB SW module used in the BIOS (for reference, only) |
| USB Devices Display only | Shows the list of USB devices detected by the BIOS | ||
| USB Support | Enabled Disabled | Enables or disables the support for USB. If disabled, the USB EHCI controller will not be initialized by the BIOS. | |
| Legacy USB Support | Auto Enabled Disabled | Enables legacy support over USB to support Keyboard and Mouse | |
| EHCI Hand-Off | Enabled Disabled | Controls the hand off of EHCI ownership from BIOS to OS at boot time. | |
| Mass Storage Driver | Enabled Disabled | Enables support for USB mass storage devices in the BIOS like a USB DOM or a USB stick. This option needs to be enabled in case a USB device shall be part of the boot options. | |
| USB Timing | USB transfer time-out | 1sec / 5sec / 10sec / 20sec | The time-out value for Control, Bulk, and Interrupt transfers. |
| Device Reset time-out | 10sec / 20sec / 30sec / 40sec | Time Out for a device to Reset | |
| Device power-up delay | Auto Manual | Maximum time the device will take before it properly reports itself to the Host Controller. | |
Table 3.7: USB Configuration Menu
| Mass Storage Devices | This section displays the Mass Storage Devices detected by the BIOS, if any It also allows to define how these devices will be presented | ||
| Auto / Floppy / Forced FDD / Hard Disk / CD-ROM | Shows the ID of the first Mass Storage device found and allows defining how this device is presented by the USB Storage driver in the BIOS. For maximum interoperability leave this setting as “Auto”. | ||
| ... dito | |||
3.2.3 Chipset
This sub menu allows you to change the settings of the intel chipset. Please note that "chipset" is a legacy term and the related functionality is split over the CPU and PCH portions of the SoC. Similarly, the terms "South Bridge" and "North Bridge" are legacy terms and do not represent the silicon implementation any more. However, those terms are kept consistent with previous products to allow users to navigate more easily.
The sub menus are described on the following pages.

Figure 3.12 Chipset Configuration Menu
3.2.3.1 Chipset Setup: Processor Configuration
This menu supports configuration of the ATOM C2000 CPU.
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| Processor Configuration | ^ | Enable/Disable EIST. | |
| Processor ID | 000406D8 | * | GV3 and TM1 must be |
| Processor Frequency | 2.400GHz | * | enabled for TM2 to be |
| L1 Cache RAM | 448KB | * | available. GV3 must be |
| L2 Cache RAM | 4096KB | * | enabled for Turbo. Auto |
| Processor Version | Intel(R) Atom(TM) CPU C | * | - Enable for B0 CPU |
| MSR 610 PKG_TURBO_PWR | 468BB8005B89C4 | * | stepping, all others |
| MSR 606 PKG_POWER_SKU | A1003 | * | disabled, change |
| * | setting to override. | ||
| EIST (GV3) | [Auto] | ^ | Number of cores to |
| CPU C State | [Auto] | + | enable in SoC package. |
| Enhanced Halt State ( | [Disable] | + | |
| ACPI C2 | [C6 NS] | + | |
| Monitor/Mwait | [Enable] | + | |
| L1 Prefetcher | [Enable] | + | |
| L2 Prefetcher | [Enable] | + | |
| ACPI 3.0 T-States | [Disable] | * | |
| Fast String | [Enable] | * | |
| Machine Check | [Enable] | * | |
| Execute Disable Bit | [Enable] | * | ><: Select Screen |
| VMX | [Enable] | * | ^v: Select Item |
| BIST Selection | [Disable] | * | Enter: Select |
| MTRR Default as uncac | [Disable] | * | +/-: Change Opt. |
| Extended APIC | [Enable] | * | F1: General Help |
| AES-NI | [Enable] | * | F2: Previous Values |
| Turbo | [Enable] | * | F3: Optimized Defaults |
| RAPL | [Enable] | * | F4: Save & Exit |
| Active Processor Core | [All] | v | ESC: Exit |
Figure 3.13 Chipset: Processor Configuration Menu
Table 3.8: Processor Configuration Menu
| Group Setup item | Access / Options | Description | |
| Processor Configuration | Processor ID | Display only | Displays information on the processor installed |
| Processor Frequency | |||
| L1 Cache RAM | |||
| L2 Cache RAM | |||
| Processor Version | |||
Table 3.8: Processor Configuration Menu
| none | EIST(GV3) | Auto Enable Disable | EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology) allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency in an effort to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation. |
| CPU C State | Disable Enable Auto | CPU C-State is a feature to reduce power consumption by blocking clock cycles to the CPU during C1 State (Halt State). | |
| Enhanced Halt State | Disable Enable | Enables / disables the Enhanced C1E state of the CPU | |
| ACPI C2 | Disable C6 NS C6 FS | Configure the CPU state (ACPI C2) reported to OS, Options are: disable C2 reporting, C6 No Shrink or C6 Full Shrink. | |
| Monitor/Mwait | Disable Enable | Enable or Disable the Monitor / Mwait instruction | |
| L1 Prefetcher | Disable Enable | Enable / Disable L1 Prefetcher | |
| L2 Prefetcher | Disable Enable | Enable / Disable L2 Prefetcher | |
| Machine Check | Disable Enable | ||
| Execute Disable Bit | Disable Enable | Execute Disable Bit is a mechanism which allows OSes and software to become less vulnerable to viruses and malware. | |
| VMX Enable | Enables Virtualization Support (Virtual Mode Extensions also referred to as intel Vanderpool Technology), | ||
| Extended APIC | Disable Enable | ||
| AES-NI Enable Enable / Disable AES-NI instructions | |||
| Turbo | Disable Enable | Enable or Disable CPU Turbo capability.. (This item may only be enabled on dual core processor SKUs) | |
| RAPL | Disable Enable | Enables or Disables the CPU's Running Average Power Limit Capability (RAPL). | |
| Active Processor Core | All 4 2 | Number of cores enabled in the CPU (This item is hidden on 2 core SKUs) | |
3.2.3.2 Intel RC Setup: CK420 Configuration
This menus supports configuration of the platform clock generator.
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc. IntelRCSetup CK420 Configuration CK420 Spread spectrum [Enabled] Spread spectrum Off/On ><: Select Screen ^v: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/d4d0bdd8a2868d7cc985d61a0d91baac59df766b50ab609b06c8e84c3f79e3e2.jpg)
Figure 3.14 CK420 Configuration Menu
Table 3.9: CK420 Configuration Menu
| Group Setup item | Access / Options | Description |
| CK420 Spread Spectrum | Enabled Disabled | Enables Spread Spectrum Operation for lower EMI. |
3.2.3.3 Chipset Setup: North Bridge Configuration
This menu allows the configuration of the memory controller and related features of the SoC.
| North Bridge Chipset Configuration | Enables/Disables fast | |
| - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - | ||
| Memory Information | boot which skips memory | |
| Total Memory | 8192 MB | training and attempts |
| Memory Frequency | DDR3 – 1600 MHz | to boot using last |
| known good | ||
| Fast Boot | [Disabled] | |
| Memory Frequency | [Auto] | |
| ECC Support | [Enabled] | |
| Faulty Part Tracking | [Disabled] | - < : Select Screen |
| On Correctable Faulty | [Halt] | ^v: Select Item |
| Patrol Scrub Enable | [Enabled] | Enter: Select |
| Patrol Scrub Period | [24 hours] | +/-: Change Opt. |
| Demand Scrub Enable | [Enabled] | F1: General Help |
| Scrambler | [Enabled] | F2: Previous Values |
| F3: Optimized Defaults | ||
| F4: Save & Exit | ||
| ESC: Exit | ||
Figure 3.15 NorthBridge Configuration Menu
Table 3.10: Northbridge Configuration Menu
| Group Setup item | Access / Options | Description | |
| Memory Information | Total Memory | Display only | Displays information on the processor installed |
| Memory Frequency | |||
| none | Fast Boot | Enabled Disabled | Enables or disables boot with initializa-tion of a minimal set of devices required to launch active boot option. This item has no effect on BBS boot options. |
| Memory Fre-quency | Auto DDR3-1866 DDR3-1600 | Memory frequency control. (The option “DDR3-1600 is hidden when populated memory speed is under 1600) | |
| ECC Support | Enabled Disabled | Selected to enable / disable ECC Sup-port | |
| Faulty Part Track-ing | Enabled Disabled | Select to enabled / disable faulty part tracking which allows identification and isolation of defective DRAM chips. | |
| On Correctable Faulty Part | Halt Continue | On correctable faults halt or continue | |
| Patrol Scrub Enable | Enabled | Select to enable / disable Patrol Scrub Support For more information on partrol scrub, please refer to section | |
| Patrol Scrub Period | 24 hours 10 hours 4 hours 1 hour | Select the patrol scrub Period | |
| Demand Scrub Enable | Enabled | Select to enable / disable Demand Scrub Support For more information on demand scrub, please refer to section | |
| Scrambler Enabled Select to enable / disable the Scrambler | |||
3.2.3.4 Chipset Setup: South Bridge Configuration
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Chipset South Bridge Chipset Configuration SPD Write Disable [Yes] Quick Assist Technolo [Enabled] SMBUS Controller [Enabled] >SATA Configuration Enable or Disable SPD Write ><: Select Screen ^v: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1254. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/ebe9aebeb86407b406031a5dfedb90475f2d6dee7e7b8477a7559eeae21e4c1f.jpg)
Figure 3.16 South Bridge Configuration
Table 3.11: South Bridge Configuration
Feature Default Description
SMBus Controller Enabled Enabled/Disabled SMBus Controller.
South Bridge Configuration: SATA Configuration
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Chipset ---- SATA 2 controller ---- Sata controller [Enabled] Sata mode [AHCI] ---- SATA Port 3 [Not Installed] ---- Sata port 3 [Enabled] ---- SATA 3 controller ---- Sata 3 controller [Enabled] Sata mode [AHCI] Sata 3 speed [Gen 3] ---- SATA Port 1 [Not Installed] ---- Sata 3 port 1 [Enabled] ---- SATA Port 2 [Not Installed] ---- Sata 3 port 2 [Enabled] ^ |Enables/Disables sata * |controller if supported * |by current cpu SKU. * * * * * * * | * |Enter: Select * |+/-: Change Opt. * |F1: General Help + |F2: Previous Values + |F3: Optimized Defaults + |F4: Save & Exit * |+/-: Change Opt. * |F1: General Help * |F2: Previous Values * |F3: Optimized Defaults * |F4: Save & Exit v |ESC: Exit + - Version 2.17.1254. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/916754bbc5d5300a23ad6a7c5a634a23817e327c768f0f77161ef9dde4f1323d.jpg)
Figure 3.17 SATA Configuration
Table 3.12: SATA Configuration
| Feature Default Description | |
| SATA Port0 Display only | |
| SATA Port1 Display only | |
| SATA Port2 Display only | Show current SATA devices in use on the MIC-5332 |
| SATA Port3 Display only | |
| SATA Port4 Display only | |
| SATA Port5 Display only | |
| SATA Mode AHCI Mode (1) IDE Mode. (2) AHCI Mode. (3) RAID Mode. | |
| Aggressive Link Power Enabled | Aggressive Link Power Management Support.For Cougar Point B0 stepping onwards. |
3.2.4 Security Setup
"Administrator Password" allows users to configure the system so that a password after being installed is required each time the system boots, and/or an attempt is made to enter the Setup program.

Figure 3.18 Security Setup
Note!

If ONLY the Administrator's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup.
If ONLY the User's password is set, then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. In Setup the User will have Administrator rights.
The password length must be in the following range:
- Minimum length: 3
- Maximum length: 20
3.2.5 Boot Menu
Users can configure the system boot priority settings via the boot page. The default setting of boot priority of boot option #1 is "Disabled in BBS Order"; option #2 is "UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell"; and option #3 is "Windows Boot Manager." Users can define the boot priorities based on the application.
![Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced IntelRCSetup Security Boot Save & Exit Boot Configuration Setup Prompt Timeout 1 Bootup NumLock State [On] Quiet Boot [Disabled] HDD BootSector Write [Normal] Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [UEFI: Built-in EFI ...] Number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535(0xFFFF) means indefinite waiting. <<: Select Screen ^v: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc.](/content/2026/05/956548/images/e293a14a2998e4e548fd0a0e3659017c9b38c9c61f2f69555cc88c1e5b585420.jpg)
Figure 3.19 Boot Configuration
Table 3.13: Boot Configuration
| Feature Default Description | |
| Setup Prompt Timeout 1 | Number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. |
| Bootup NumLock State On Select the keyboard NumLock state. | |
| Quiet Boot Disabled Enables or disables Quiet Boot option. | |
| Fast Boot Disabled | Enables or disables boot with an initialization of a minimal set of devices required to launch active boot option. |
| Boot Option User Defined Sets the system boot order. | |
| Hard Drive BBS Priorities Submenu | Set the order of the legacy devices in this group. |
3.2.6 Save & Exit Menu
The FWA-1320 BIOS allows users to store BIOS configuration results as "User Defaults." Users can select "Save as User Defaults" to record all changes which had been made in previous pages as the default setting for further use.
| Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced IntelRCSetup Security Boot Save & Exit | |
| Save Changes and Exit | Exit system setup after saving the changes. |
| Discard Changes and Exit | |
| Save Changes and Reset | |
| Discard Changes and Reset | |
| Save Options | |
| Save Changes | |
| Discard Changes | |
| Restore Defaults | - |
| Save as User Defaults | ><: Select Screen |
| Restore User Defaults | ^v: Select Item |
| Enter: Select | |
| Boot Override | +/-: Change Opt. |
| UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell | F1: General Help |
| F2: Previous Values | |
| Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device | F3: Optimized Defaults |
| F4: Save & Exit | |
| ESC: Exit | |
| Version 2.17.1245. Copyright (C) 2014 American Megatrends, Inc. | |
Figure 3.20 Save & Exit Menu
Table 3.14: Save & Exit Menu Options
| Group Setup item Description | ||
| none | Save Changes and Exit | Exit setup after saving the changes. Does not update User defaults. |
| Discard Changes and Exit | Exit setup without saving any changes. | |
| Save Changes and Reset | Reset system after saving the changes. Does not update User Defaults. | |
| Discard Changes and Reset | Reset system without saving the changes. | |
| Save Options | Save Changes Save | Changes made so far to any of the setup options. |
| Discard Changes | Discard Changes made so far to any of the setup options. | |
| Restore Defaults | Restores the BIOS factory defaults to all the setup options. | |
| Save as User Defaults | Saves the Current BIOS Settings as User Defaults. | |
| Restore User Defaults | Restores the User defaults to all the setup options. | |
| Boot Override | UEFI: < boot device> | This option allows you to override the specified boot order and use a different boot device for the next boot. |
| Launch EFI Shell from file system device | This option allows you to launch the EFI shell. | |
3.3 Installing Components
Please make sure you follow the safety guidelines presented in section 1.1 when making changes to the hardware.
3.3.1 Disk Installation
3.3.1.1 2.5" HDD drive
You need:
a PH2 screw driver
a standard 2.5" SATA HDD
the HDD screw kit (included in the unit)
the HDD carrier plate
the SATA cable

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Four metallic screw fasteners arranged in a row (no text or symbols visible)Figure 3.21 Screws for HDD mounting
After removing the top cover, follow the instructions below for 2.5" disk installation:
- Remove the plastic bag that protects the HDD carrier plate.
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The HDD carrier plate has 2 holes on each side to accommodate different HDD vendor's mounting hole locations. Each of the holes provides a dampening rubber to reduce disk vibration.
Do not remove the rubbers as this may lead to performance degradation or even malfunction.
Insert the HDD drive from the top into the carrier plate. Align the HDD's mounting threads with 2 holes on each side of the carrier plate. The holes to use may vary from disk vendor to disk vendor. For some vendors, all 4 holes may align. -
Insert the screws supplied as part of the HDD kit into the holes and HDD threads. Make a few turns on each screw only using a PH2 screw driver until the threads start to engage. Then move on to the next screw. When all four screws have been inserted, fasten the screws tightly.
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Align the carrier plate's mounting holes with the standoffs in the chassis.
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Insert the carrier plate mounting screws and start to fix them from the front side (i.e. the side facing the FWA-1320 motherboard).
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Securely tighten the screws using a PH2 screw driver after having inserted all four screws.
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Connect the SATA cable delivered with the unit to the disk as well as the mother board connector. Please make yourself aware of the keying mechanism in the SATA connector before inserting the cable.
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Connect the HDD power cable to the disk. Please make yourself aware of the keying mechanism in the power connector before inserting the cable.
3.3.1.2 USB DOM
You need:
a PH2 screw driver
a standard USB DOM
the USB DOM mounting screw (included in the unit)

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Close-up of a small, translucent blue object with light reflections on a plain background (no text or symbols visible)Figure 3.22 USB DOM mounting screw
An USB DOM compliant module can be installed at location M6:

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Close-up of a green printed circuit board with electronic components and an orange connector (no readable text or symbols)Figure 3.23 USB DOM site with header & standoff
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Make sure the USB DOM is compliant with the socket.
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Insert the DOM onto the header from the top. Make sure the header and receptacle align properly as shown below

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Close-up of a hand inserting a microchip into a green circuit board (no visible text or symbols)Figure 3.24 USB DOM alignment
- If properly inserted. The mount hole in the DOM and the threaded insert will be aligned. Insert the DOM mounting screw and tighten it.

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Close-up of a green circuit board with visible components and a blue logo (no readable text or symbols)
Figure 3.25 USB DOM mounting
3.3.1.3 mSATA SSD
You need:
a PH1 screw driver
a standard mSATA SSD
the mSATA mounting screw (included in the unit)

Figure 3.26 mSATA mounting screw
An mSATA compliant SSD can be installed at location M3:
- Make sure the mSATA disk is compliant with the socket and that the mechanical keys match

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Close-up of a green printed circuit board with multiple electronic components and connectors (no readable text or symbols)Figure 3.27 mSATA key alignment
- Insert the mSATA module in the connector under an angle of around 45^ . The gold contacts of the module will almost disappear in the connector when the module is fully seated.

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Close-up of a green printed circuit board with multiple electronic components and connectors (no readable text or symbols)Figure 3.28 mSATA angled insertion
- Push down the module softly until it is in horizontal position. If the module is correctly seated, the module's right hand mount hole will align with the threaded standoff in the FWA-1320 motherboard. Insert the mSATA mounting screw and tighten it.


Figure 3.29 mSATA mounting
3.3.2 Memory Installation
After removing the top cover, follow the instructions below for DIMM installation:
- Double check that the DIMMs to be installed match the requirements of section 2.4.5.
- Open the white latches on the left and right sides of the DIMMs by turning it outwards as indicated by the arrows below.

Figure 3.30 Opening DIMM latches
- Select DIMM orientation so that the keys in the DIMM module and socket match.

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Close-up of a green circuit board with multiple RAM chips and cooling fans, showing no readable text or symbols.Figure 3.31 DIMM key alignment
- Insert the DIMM from the top using the guide rails on the left and right of the DIMM sockets.

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Close-up of a green printed circuit board with visible heat sinks and electronic components (no readable text or symbols)Figure 3.32 DIMM insertion into slide rails
- Put your thumbs near the right and left end of the DIMM and press down the DIMM evenly until the white latches fully close with a click.

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Close-up of a green printed circuit board with a heatsink and a red heat sink (no readable text or symbols)Figure 3.33 Seating the DIMM in the socket
- In case you want to install another DIMM, repeat steps 1) to 5) accordingly.
3.4 Firmware Upgrades
3.4.1 BIOS
The BIOS can be upgraded using "flashrom" under Linux. flashrom Version 0.9.7-r1855 or newer is required.
flashrom is available via www.flasrom.org or as part of all major Linux distributions. Documentation on flashrom can also be found there.
Start flashrom with the following parameters to update the BIOS on the FWA-1320: -w (BIOS Name) –p internal: laptop=this _is _not_laptop
[root@FWA-3231 home]# flashrom -w 2320V044.bin -p internal:laptop=this_is_not_laptop
flashrom v0.9.8-r1888 on Linux 2.6.32-431.el6.x86_64 (x86_64)
flashrom is free software, get the source code at http://www.flashrom.org
Calibrating delay loop... OK.
Found chipset "Intel Avoton/Rangeley".
This chipset is marked as untested. If you are using an up-to-date version of flashrom *and* were (not) able to successfully update your firmware with it, then please email a report to flashrom@flashrom.org including a verbose (-V) log.
Thank you!
Enabling flash write... Warning: SPI Configuration Lockdown activated.
OK.
Found Winbond flash chip "W25Q64.V" (8192 kB, SPI) mapped at physical address 0 x00000000ff800000.
Reading old flash chip contents... done.
Erasing and writing flash chip... Erase/write done.
Verifying flash... VERIFIED.
[root@FWA-3231 home]#
3.4.2 LAN Bypass
LAN Bypass Firmware can be upgraded via the LAN Bypass Software. Please refer to the Advanced LAN Bypass User's Manual for details.
3.5 Replacing FRUs
Please make sure you follow the safety guidelines presented in section1.1 when making changes to the hardware.
For instruction on how to remove and install the top cover of the unit please refer to section 3.3.
3.5.1 Disk drives
3.5.1.1 2.5" HDD
You need:

a PH2 screw driver
A standard 2.5" SATA HDDTo remove the HDD, proceed in the reverse of the installation procedure in section 3.3.1.1:
- Detach the HDD power and SATA cables
- Remove the four screws on the corners of the HDD carrier plate and remove the HDD carrier plate from the system
- Remove the HDD mounting screws and extract the HDD from the carrier plate.
- Install a new HDD by following the instructions in section 3.3.1.1.
3.5.1.2 USB DOM
You need:
a PH2 screw driver
a standard USB DOM
To remove a USB DOM proceed in the reverse of the installation procedure in section 3.3.1.2:
- Remove the USB DOM mounting screw..
- Extract the USB DOM by pulling the DOM upwards evenly. Be sure not to bend any USB DOM connector pins.
- Install a new SSD following the mounting instructions of the same section.
3.5.1.3 mSATA SSD
You need:
a PH1 screw driver
a standard mSATA SSD
To remove a mSATA SSD proceed in the reverse of the installation procedure in section 3.3.1.3:
- Remove the mSATA mounting screw. Please be sure to hold the screw as the spring mechanism in the mSATA connector will flip the mSATA module upwards once the screw is lose.
- Extract the mSATA module
Install a new SSD following the mounting instructions of the same section.
3.5.2 CMOS Battery
You need:
A BR2032 battery
Warning! There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly.
Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type specified above.

Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
To replace the RTC's battery located at B1, pull the spring clip securing the battery forward with your finger tip. Please handle with care and do not bend the spring clip. Then extract the battery vertically.

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Close-up of a green printed circuit board with electronic components and a finger pointing to a component (no visible text or symbols)Figure 3.34 Unlocking the battery
Keeping the spring clip pulled towards you, insert the replacement battery.
Please make sure you insert the battery in correct polarity with the positive pole facing the front panel and the negative pole facing the CPU heatsink. Trying to insert the
battery with incorrect orientation/polarity will damage the battery holder. Additional security risks apply as stated above.

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Close-up of a green printed circuit board with various electronic components and connectors (no readable text or symbols)Figure 3.35 Battery Polarity
When the coin cell is seated release the spring clip and control that it moves back into its original position and that it secures the battery correctly.
3.5.3 DIMMs
To replace a DIMM module, basically extract the DIMM module by pushing the DIMM socket latches outward. As the latches flip completely open, the DIMM module will be automatically extracted from the socket. Pull the DIMM module out vertically.

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Close-up of a green printed circuit board with a heatsink and a CD-ROM drive, showing no readable text or symbols.Figure 3.36 Unlocking and removing a DIMM
To insert a new DIMM please follow the process described in section 3.3.3.
Appendix A
Connector Pinout and LED Information
A.1 Console Port (RS232)
This connector can be found at position F5.
Please note that this RJ45 connector for the console, in contrast to RJ45 connectors for network ports, does not feature any integrated LEDs.

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Close-up of a black Ethernet port connector with 'Console' text label (no other symbols or text)Figure A.1 RJ45 Console connector
Table A.1: Console Connector Pin Assignment
| Pin No. Signal Name Description | ||
| 1 n.c. Not connected | ||
| 2 n.c. Not connected | ||
| 3 | TX | Transmit Data(Output from FWA-1320) |
| 4 GND Digital Circuit Ground | ||
| 5 GND Digital Circuit Ground | ||
| 6 RX Receive Data (input to FWA-1320) | ||
| 7 n.c. Not connected | ||
| 8 n.c. Not connected | ||
A.2 USB Type A Connectors
These connectors can be found at position F4

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Table A.2: Stacked USB Type A Connector Pin Assignment
| Pin No. Signal Name Description | |
| 1 VCC_USB0 | USB Supply Voltage Port 0(5 V @ 500 mA, fused) |
| 2 USBON USB Port 0 Differential Pair | |
| 3 USBOP | |
| 4 GND Digital Circuit Ground | |
| 5 VCC_USB1 | USB Supply Voltage Port 1(5V@500mA, fused) |
Table A.2: Stacked USB Type A Connector Pin Assignment
| 6 USB1N USB Port 1 Differential Pair |
| 7 USB1P |
| 8 GND Digital Circuit Ground |
A.3 RJ45 10/100/1000 BASE-T Ports
These connectors can be found at positions F6 through F11.

Figure A.3 RJ45 10/100/1000 Base-T connector
A.3.1 Connector Pinout
Table A.3: RJ45 10/100/1000 Base-T Connector Pin Assignment
| Pin No. Signal Name Description |
| 1 MDI[0]+ Media Dependent Interface[0]+ |
| 2 MDI[0]- Media Dependent Interface[0]- |
| 3 MDI[1]+ Media Dependent Interface[1]+ |
| 4 MDI[2]+ Media Dependent Interface[2]+ |
| 5 MDI[2]- Media Dependent Interface[2]- |
| 6 MDI[1]- Media Dependent Interface[1]- |
| 7 MDI[3]+ Media Dependent Interface[3]+ |
| 8 MDI[3]- Media Dependent Interface[3]- |
A.3.2 LED Definition
Table A.4: RJ45 Connector LED Indication
| Speed LED | Left (Green / Amber Color) | Link/Active LED Right (Green / Amber Color) | ||
| 10 Mbps Off Link Turn on Green | ||||
| 100 Mbps Static Amber | Active | Blinking Green | ||
| 1000 Mbps | Static Green | Bypass Status: Disconnect | Blinking Amber | |
| Bypass Status: Bypass | Static Amber | |||
Note! Bypass States are only signalled on the traffic LAN ports. Management LAN ports do not have this extra LED colour & signalling.

Appendix B
BIOS Post Codes
B.1 BIOS Post Codes
POST Codes are diagnostic codes sent by the BIOS to IO address 0x80. A POST adapter needs to be installed in the system to view these POST Codes. Codes not listed are reserved by AMI.
POST Code Description
| 0x01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). | |
| 0x02 AP initialization before microcode loading | |
| 0x03 North Bridge initialization before microcode loading | |
| 0x04 South Bridge initialization before microcode loading | |
| 0x05 unused | |
| 0x06 Microcode loading | |
| 0x07 AP initialization after microcode loading | |
| 0x08 North Bridge initialization after microcode loading | |
| 0x09 South Bridge initialization after microcode loading | |
| 0x0A unused | |
| 0x0B Cache initialization | |
| 0x0E Microcode not found | |
| 0x0F Microcode not loaded | |
| 0x10 PEI Core is started | |
| 0x11 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started | |
| 0x12 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) | |
| 0x13 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) | |
| 0x14 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) | |
| 0x15 Pre-memory North Bridge initialization is started | |
| 0x16 Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x17 Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x18 Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x19 Pre-memory South Bridge initialization is started | |
| 0x1A Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x1B Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x1C Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x1D - 0x2A unused | |
| 0x2B Memory initialization. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data reading | |
| 0x2C Memory initialization. Memory presence detection | |
| 0x2D Memory initialization. Programming memory timing information | |
| 0x2E Memory initialization. Configuring memory | |
| 0x2F Memory initialization (other). | |
| 0x30 Reserved for ASL | |
| 0x31 Memory Installed | |
| 0x32 CPU post-memory initialization is started | |
| 0x33 CPU post-memory initialization. Cache initialization | |
| 0x34 | CPU post-memory initialization. Application Processor(s) (AP) initializa-tion |
| 0x35 CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection | |
| 0x36 | CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) ini-tialization |
| 0x37 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization is started | |
| 0x38 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x39 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x3A Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x3B Post-Memory South Bridge initialization is started | |
| 0x3C Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x3D Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x3E Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x3F -0x4E unused | |
| 0x4F DXE IPL is started | |
| 0x50 | Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed |
| 0x51 Memory initialization error. SPD reading has failed | |
| 0x52 | Memory initialization error. Invalid memory size or memory modules do not match. |
| 0x53 Memory initialization error. No usable memory detected | |
| 0x54 Unspecified memory initialization error. | |
| 0x55 Memory not installed | |
| 0x56 Invalid CPU type or Speed | |
| 0x57 CPU mismatch | |
| 0x58 CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error | |
| 0x59 CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed | |
| 0x5A Internal CPU error | |
| 0x5B reset PPI is not available | |
| 0x60 DXE Core is started | |
| 0x61 NVRAM initialization | |
| 0x62 Installation of the South Bridge Runtime Services | |
| 0x63 CPU DXE initialization is started | |
| 0x64 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) | |
| 0x65 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) | |
| 0x66 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) | |
| 0x67 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) | |
| 0x68 PCI host bridge initialization | |
| 0x69 North Bridge DXE initialization is started | |
| 0x6A North Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started | |
| 0x6B North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x6C North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x6D North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x6E North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x6F North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x70 South Bridge DXE initialization is started | |
| 0x71 South Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started | |
| 0x72 South Bridge devices initialization | |
| 0x72 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x73 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x74 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x75 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
| 0x76 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific) | |
0x77 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
0x78 ACPI module initialization
0x79 CSM initialization
0x80 - 0x8F unused
0x90 Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started
0x91 Driver connecting is started
0x92 PCI Bus initialization is started
0x93 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization
0x94 PCI Bus Enumeration
0x95 PCI Bus Request Resources
0x96 PCI Bus Assign Resources
0x97 Console Output devices connect
0x98 Console input devices connect
0x99 Super IO Initialization
0x9A USB initialization is started
0x9B USB Reset
0x9C USB Detect
0x9D USB Enable
0xA0 IDE initialization is started
0xA1 IDE Reset
0xA2 IDE Detect
0xA3 IDE Enable
0xA4 SCSI initialization is started
0xA5 SCSI Reset
0xA6 SCSI Detect
0xA7 SCSI Enable
0xA8 Setup Verifying Password
0xA9 Start of Setup
0xAA Reserved for ASL
0xAB Setup Input Wait
0xAC Reserved for ASL
0xAD Ready To Boot event
0xAE Legacy Boot event
0xAF Exit Boot Services event
0xB0 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin
0xB1 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End
0XB2 Legacy Option ROM Initialization
0xB3 System Reset
0XB4 USB hot plug
0xB5 PCI bus hot plug
0xB6 Clean-up of NVRAM
0xB7 Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings)
0xC0 - 0xCF unused
0xD0 CPU initialization error
0xD1 North Bridge initialization error
0xD2 South Bridge initialization error
0xD3 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available
0xD4 PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources
| 0xD5 No Space for Legacy Option ROM |
| 0xD6 No Console Output Devices are found |
| 0xD7 No Console Input Devices are found |
| 0xD8 Invalid password |
| 0xD9 Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) |
| 0xDA Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) |
| 0xDB Flash update is failed |
| 0xDC Reset protocol is not available |
| 0XE0 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) |
| 0xE1 S3 Boot Script execution |
| 0xE2 Video repost |
| 0xE3 OS S3 wake vector call |
| 0xE8 S3 Resume Failed |
| 0xE9 S3 Resume PPI not Found |
| 0xEA S3 Resume Boot Script Error |
| 0xEB S3 OS Wake Error |
| 0xF0 – 0xF4 unused |
| 0xf8 – 0xFA unused |
Appendix
C
Declaration of Conformity
C.1 Declaration of Conformity
The FWA-1320 has been successfully tested for compliance to the regulations below. Should you need a signed copy of the declaration of conformity or the related test reports, please contact your Advantech representative.
C.1.1 CE
This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables are used for external wiring.
C.1.2 FCC Class A
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his or her own expense.
Appendix D
Warranty and RMA
D.1 Warranty and RMA
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantech's high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of our customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials, service time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
- Collect all the information about the problem encountered, for example, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc. Note anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem occurs.
- Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product, and any helpful information readily available.
- If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandise authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return more quickly.
- Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt) in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for warranty service.
- Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid to your dealer.
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