Mechanical Dimensions ................18 Chapter 2 Getting Started ..................19 Setting up your PC ..................19 Connecting VESA Mount on QDSP-208C/D/D .......... 22 Mounting your PC to a monitor ..............23 Chapter 3 AMI BIOS Setup ..................24 ...
Figure 6 COM port ..................20 Figure 7 Network cable with RJ45 connector ..........21 Figure 8 Turning on the system ..............21 Figure 9 VESA Mount Assembly ..............22 Figure 10 VESA Mount on QDSP-208C/D ..........22 Figure 11 VESA mounting ................23...
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions n Before You Begin Before handling the product, read the instructions and safety guidelines on the following pages to prevent damage to the product and to ensure your own personal safety. Refer to the “Advisories” section in the Preface for advisory conventions used in this user’s guide, including the distinction between Warnings, Cautions, Important Notes, and Notes.
Safety Instructions n When Working Inside a Computer Before taking covers off a computer, perform the following steps: Turn off the computer and any peripherals. Disconnect the computer and peripherals from their power sources or subsystems to prevent electric shock or system board damage. This does not apply when hot swapping parts.
Safety Instructions 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 a computer. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure you are at an ESD workstation or grounded. This will discharge any static electricity that may have built up in your body.
Preface Preface n How to Use This Guide This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation, and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and upgrades. n Unpacking When unpacking, follow these steps: After opening the box, save it and the packing material for possible future shipment.
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Preface receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by your dealer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE The assembler of a personal computer system may be required to test the system and/or make necessary modifications if a system is found to cause harmful interference or to be noncompliant with the appropriate standards for its intended use.
Preface n Maintaining Your Computer Environmental Factors Temperature The ambient temperature within an enclosure may be greater than room ambient temperature. Installation in an enclosure should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation is not compromised. Consideration should be given to the maximum rated ambient temperature.
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Preface Power Protection 脈䩃e greatest threats to a system’s supply of power are power loss, power spikes, and power surges caused by electrical storms, which interrupt system operation and/or damage system components. To protect your system, always properly ground power cables and one of the following devices. Surge Protector Surge protectors are available in a variety of types and usually provide a level of protection proportional with the cost of the device.
Chapter 1 Introduction n Overview The QDSP-208C/D is a compact size Box PC ideal for space critical applications. This embedded hardware platform features 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i3/i5/i7 Processors, Intel® HM87 Express chipset, and DDR3L1333/1600 MT/S SO-DIMM. It comes with a 2.5” SATA hard drive or SSD, 2x DP, 1x HDMI, 2x RJ-45, VGA, 6x USB 3.0, COM, and HD Audio.
Windows 7, Windows 8, Linux Temperature / Operating: 0°C to 40°C, 0%-90%, non-condensing Humidity Storage: -20°C to 80°C, 0%-90%, non-condensing Dimensions 200 x 35 x 153.1 mm (WxHxD) Weight 1 Kg Mounting VESA Mount Certifications CE, FCC Class A Table 1 QDSP-208C/D/D Specification...
Chapter 1 n System tour Refer to the figures below to identify the components of the system. n Front IO Figure 1 Front IO Power Button (with Power LED (Blue) ) The power push button allows powering ON and OFF the system. The power LED will light when the PC is power-on.
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Chapter 1 S/PDIF S/PDIF output for carrying digital audio signals out to the device. Phone Jack Line Out The stereo headphone jack is used to connect the system’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. MIC-IN The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
Chapter 1 n Rear Rear Figure 2 Rear IO D-Sub 9 pin connector for RS-232/422/485 connection Ethernet The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. HDMI HDMI connector for display output D-Sub 15 pin VGA connector for display output DC Jack The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC for use with this jack.
Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Getting Started n Setting up your PC ■ Connect the monitor, mouse and keyboard Connecting the monitor Connect the VGA / DP / HDMI cable from your display to the system. Figure 4 Connect the VGA / DP / HDMI cable...
Chapter 2 Connecting USB mouse & keyboard Your QDSP-208C/D does not come with a keyboard and mouse, but you can use any USB keyboard or mouse with your computer. 6xUSB 3.0 Figure 5 Connecting USB mouse & keyboard NOTE Using a third-party USB mouse or keyboard may require software drivers.
Chapter 2 Connecting to a network device Connect one end of a network cable to the LAN port on the system rear panel and the other end to a hub or switch. 2x LAN Figure 7 Network cable with RJ45 connector Turning on the system Connect the supplied DC power cord to the system inlet on the I/O panel of the system.
Take out the VESA mounting kit form your package and facing it onto the bottom of QDSP-208C/D. Figure 9 VESA Mount Assembly Then tightening the screws on your QDSP-208C/D as figures shown below. Following figures are the complete status when you done. Figure 10...
Firstly, mount your VESA kit on the backside of the monitor with four screws in the package. Secondly, place the QDSP-208C/D on the VESA mounting kit and then tightening the screws from the holes on both sides of the VESA bracket - make sure the computer is fitting well on the bracket.
Chapter 3 Chapter 3 AMI BIOS Setup n Overview This chapter provides a description of the AMI BIOS. The BIOS setup menus and available selections may vary from those of your product. For specific information on the BIOS for your product, please contact with your dealer. NOTE The BIOS menus and selections for your product may vary from those in this chapter.
B o o t S e c u r i t y S a v e & E x i t Product Information Product Name QDSP-208C/D BIOS Version R0.07 (x64) BIOS Build Date 10/09/2013 ME FW Version 9.0.20.1447 CPU Information Intel®...
Chapter 3 Table 4 Advanced Menu – Display Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY A d v a n c e d M a i n B o o t S e c u r i t y S e r v e r M g m t S a v e &...
Chapter 3 Table 5 Advanced Menu – Super IO Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY A d v a n c e d M a i n B o o t S e c u r i t y S e r v e r M g m t S a v e &...
Chapter 3 Table 70 Advanced Menu –H/W Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY A d v a n c e d M a i n B o o t S e c u r i t y S a v e & E x i t PC Health Status à...
Chapter 3 n Security Menu Table 103 Security Menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY S e c u r i t y M a i n A d v a n c e d B o o t S a v e & E x i t Password Description à...
Chapter 3 n Save & Exit Menu Table 114 Save & Exit Menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY S a v e & E x i t M a i n A d v a n c e d B o o t S e c u r i t y à...
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Chapter 3 Save Changes and Exit Exit system setup after saving the changes. Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. The CMOS RAM is sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on even when the PC is turned off.
Chapter 4 Chapter 4 Driver Installation If your QDSP-208C/D does not come with an operating system pre-installed, you will need to install an operating system and the necessary drivers to operate it. After you have finished assembling your system and connected the appropriate power source, power it up using the power supply and install the desired operating system.
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