Crown Beach Board

Feature

Crown Beach Board

Comments

 

Implementation

 

 

 

 

 

2 connectors.

 

PCI Express*

Mini Card connector A,

 

functionality is enabled by

NOTE: For more information, refer to

Mini Card

default.

Section 2.5.4, PCI Express*

connector

 

NOTE: PCI Express* signals are

Slots.

 

 

 

 

left unconnected on Mini

 

 

Card B.

 

LPC

One LPC slot

No DMA support

 

 

 

TPM

Through TPM header (TPM 1.2)

 

 

 

 

Microcontroller

Renesas Technology* H8S/2117

Includes integrated SPI as an option

 

 

 

FWH

FWH LPC based with socket

40-pin TSSOP socket

 

 

 

SIO

Uses TPM header

Backup only; provides floppy, COM,

Parallel, and PS2

 

 

 

 

 

SMC/KBC

Scan matrix headers and PS/2 in

ACPI compliant through H8S/2117

back panel keyboard connector

 

 

 

 

 

RTC

Battery-backed real time clock

 

 

 

 

Port 80 Decode

Supported down on motherboard

Has an option for cable-up to front panel

with four seven-segment displays

of chassis

 

 

 

 

Power Supply

Desktop Mode

ATX Power Supply

 

 

Virtual Battery

SW8A1 switch

 

 

 

 

ITP Support

Extended Debug Port (XDP)

J1E3 XDP connector

 

 

 

Power

 

S0 – Power On

 

S3 – Suspend to RAM

Management

ACPI Compliant

S4 – Suspend to Disk

Form Factor

 

 

S5 – Soft Off

 

 

 

 

 

2.4Processor Support

The reference board supports the Intel® Atom™ processor Z530 with 512-KB cache in a 441-pin, FCBGA package. No heatsink is required by this processor during room temperature ambient operation.

2.4.1Processor Voltage Regulators

The reference board uses an onboard Intel® MVP6 single-phase regulator for the processor core supply. The I/O voltage is 1.05 V. See Section 4.5 for VID jumper location and Appendix B for the VID code table.

User’s Manual

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Document Number: 320264

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Intel US15W user manual Processor Support, Processor Voltage Regulators, Smc/Kbc

US15W specifications

The Intel US15W is an embedded chipset designed to meet the demands of ultra-low power computing environments. Released in 2008, this chipset was aimed at small form-factor devices such as netbooks, thin clients, and embedded systems. With its unique blend of features, the US15W has played a crucial role in the evolution of low-power computing technologies.

One of the standout characteristics of the US15W chipset is its integration of a single-chip design, which significantly reduces the overall footprint of the system. This is particularly advantageous for manufacturers looking to create compact devices without compromising on performance. The chipset integrates the Intel Atom processor, which is known for its efficient power consumption and solid performance for lightweight applications. The combination provides a balance between energy efficiency and processing capability, making it suitable for various applications ranging from internet browsing to multimedia playback.

Another major feature of the Intel US15W is its support for Intel's Graphics Media Accelerator 500, which enhances visual performance by providing hardware acceleration for graphics rendering. This capability enables smoother video playback and improved graphical user interfaces, which are essential for user-centric devices.

The US15W chipset also supports various connectivity options, including USB 2.0 and Serial ATA (SATA) interfaces. This flexibility allows for ease in peripheral connectivity and storage solutions, accommodating the needs of embedded applications and consumer electronics alike. Moreover, the chipset supports Intel's Enhanced SpeedStep technology, a power management feature that adjusts processor voltage and frequency based on workload, helping to extend battery life in portable devices.

In terms of memory support, the Intel US15W can handle up to 2GB of DDR2 RAM, which is adequate for many embedded computing tasks. The chipset is designed to facilitate efficient thermal management, which is crucial in maintaining long-lasting performance in compact and thermally constrained environments.

Overall, the Intel US15W chipset exemplifies the shift towards energy-efficient, compact computing solutions. Its innovative integration of features, support for modern graphics, and robust connectivity options make it a significant player in the embedded chipset market. As technology continues to evolve, the US15W remains a testament to Intel's commitment to providing high-performance solutions that meet the demands of modern computing without sacrificing power efficiency.