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Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The Cairns MB motherboard, designed by Core Design and dated July 20, 2018, is built around the Intel KabyLake-H processor in a BGA 1440 package, paired with the Intel QM175 PCH. Graphics are handled by a discrete NVIDIA N17E-G2 Max-P GPU. The system firmware is stored on a 128Mb SPI FLASH ROM. Embedded controller functions are managed by an MK22FN512 microcontroller, which is programmable via UART. Audio is provided by an ALC3269 codec. Networking includes an Intel I219LM LAN controller and a Marvell 88W8897 WiFi/BT module. Memory configuration consists of dual-channel DDR4 SO-DIMMs supporting up to DDR4 2400. The charging subsystem utilizes an NX5P3290UK IC with VBUS CC logic, and a PTN5110 power IC is present. Additional I/O includes an RTS5242 card reader and a TUSB546ASS MUX for USB-C connectivity.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the BIOS flash IC model and capacity on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is a 128Mb SPI FLASH ROM, identified as SPI ROM (UEFI).
Q: Is the EC/KBC programmable on this motherboard?
A: Yes, the EC/KBC is an MK22FN512 microcontroller, and it is programmable via UART.
Q: What is the charging architecture and charging IC used?
A: The charging architecture uses VBUS CC logic, managed by an NX5P3290UK charging IC.
Q: What is the GPU configuration on this motherboard?
A: The motherboard uses a discrete NVIDIA N17E-G2 Max-P GPU.
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Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cairns |
| Model | MB |
| Motherboard Manufacturer | Core Design |
| Board Number | Cairns MB |
| Revision | PV 2.0 |
| Date | Friday, July 20, 2018 |
| CPU Platform | KABYLAKE-H (4+2) |
| CPU Model | Intel Processor |
| CPU Socket | BGA 1440 Package |
| PCH / Southbridge | Intel QM175 |
| GPU Type | NVIDIA N17E-G2 Max-P |
| Graphics Architecture | N17E-G2 |
| EC / KBC | MK22FN512 |
| EC/KBC Package | SAM |
| EC/KBC Programmable | UART |
| Audio Codec | ALC3269 |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | SPI ROM (UEFI) |
| BIOS Flash Exact Model | 128Mb SPI FLASH |
| BIOS Flash Capacity | 128Mb |
| Charging IC | NX5P3290UK |
| Charger Architecture | VBUS CC logic |
| Power IC(s) | PTN5110 |
| RAM Type | DDR4 |
| RAM Architecture | Dual Channel DDR4 SO-DIMM |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 2 |
| Card Reader IC | RTS5242 |
| USB Hub IC | TUSB546ASS MUX |
| LAN IC | Intel I219LM |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | Marvell 88W8897 |
| HDMI Level Shifter | ConneDP Ampx2 |
| Document Number | A3192 |
Technical Summary
The Cairns MB motherboard, designed by Core Design and dated July 20, 2018, is built around the Intel KabyLake-H processor in a BGA 1440 package, paired with the Intel QM175 PCH. Graphics are handled by a discrete NVIDIA N17E-G2 Max-P GPU. The system firmware is stored on a 128Mb SPI FLASH ROM. Embedded controller functions are managed by an MK22FN512 microcontroller, which is programmable via UART. Audio is provided by an ALC3269 codec. Networking includes an Intel I219LM LAN controller and a Marvell 88W8897 WiFi/BT module. Memory configuration consists of dual-channel DDR4 SO-DIMMs supporting up to DDR4 2400. The charging subsystem utilizes an NX5P3290UK IC with VBUS CC logic, and a PTN5110 power IC is present. Additional I/O includes an RTS5242 card reader and a TUSB546ASS MUX for USB-C connectivity.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the BIOS flash IC model and capacity on this motherboard?
A: The BIOS is a 128Mb SPI FLASH ROM, identified as SPI ROM (UEFI).
Q: Is the EC/KBC programmable on this motherboard?
A: Yes, the EC/KBC is an MK22FN512 microcontroller, and it is programmable via UART.
Q: What is the charging architecture and charging IC used?
A: The charging architecture uses VBUS CC logic, managed by an NX5P3290UK charging IC.
Q: What is the GPU configuration on this motherboard?
A: The motherboard uses a discrete NVIDIA N17E-G2 Max-P GPU.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com,
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