AXIOMTEK tBOX300-510-FL Series User Manual

AXIOMTEK tBOX300-510-FL Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 Series Embedded System User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Disclaimers This manual has been carefully checked and believed to contain accurate information. Axiomtek Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for any infringements of patents or rights of any third party, and any liability arising from such use. Axiomtek does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any information in this document.
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Before getting started, please read the following important safety precautions. User should not modify any unmentioned jumper setting without Axiomtek FAE’s instruction. Any modification without instructions might damage the system. The tBOX300-510-FL does not come equipped with an operating system. An operating system must be loaded first before installing any software into the computer.
  • Page 4: Classification

    Classification Degree of production against electric shock: not classified Degree of protection against the ingress of water: IP30 Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide. Mode of operation: Continuous General Cleaning Tips You may need the following precautions before you begin to clean the computer.
  • Page 5 Cleaning Tools: Although many companies have created products to help improve the process of cleaning your computer and peripherals users can also use household items to clean their computers and peripherals. Below is a listing of items you may need or want to use while cleaning your computer or computer peripherals.
  • Page 6 Scrap Computer Recycling Please inform the nearest Axiomtek distributor as soon as possible for suitable solutions in case computers require maintenance or repair; or for recycling in case computers are out of order or no longer in use. Trademarks Acknowledgments Axiomtek is a trademark of Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Precautions ....................iii Classification ......................iv CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ................ 1 General Description ..................1 System Specifications .................. 2 1.2.1 CPU ......................... 2 1.2.2 System I/O...................... 2 1.2.3 System Specification ..................2 1.2.4 Driver CD Content ..................3 Dimensions ....................
  • Page 8 Installing RAID Manager Tool ..............43 CHAPTER 6 USING RAID MANAGER TOOL ..........45 Overview ...................... 45 Creating RAID ....................46 Deleting RAID ....................47 RAID Rebuilding ..................48 Marvell BIOS Utility ..................50 APPENDIX A WATCHDOG TIMER .............. 51 viii...
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  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Series User’s Manual CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION This chapter contains general information and detailed specifications of the tBOX300-510-FL. Chapter 1 includes the following sections:  General Description  System Specification  Dimensions  I/O Outlets  Package List General Description ®...
  • Page 12: System Specifications

    Series User’s Manual System Specifications 1.2.1  ™ ® Celeron-3965U / Core™ i3-7100U / i5-7300U / i7-7600U  Onboard Intel Core processor (2.2 up to 2.8 GHz) processor (2M / 3M Cache 2.2GHz up to 2.8 GHz)  BIOS ...
  • Page 13: Driver Cd Content

    Series User’s Manual  Storage Temperature  -40°C ~ +85°C (- 40ºF ~ 176ºF)  Humidity  5% ~ 95% (non-condensation)  Vibration Endurance  3Grms w/ SSD (5 ~ 500Hz, X, Y, Z direction; random)  1Grms w/ HDD (5 ~ 500Hz, X, Y, Z direction; random) ...
  • Page 14: Dimensions

    Series User’s Manual Dimensions The following diagrams show the dimensions and outlines of the tBOX300-510-FL. ▲ Top View ▲ Bottom View Introduction...
  • Page 15 Series User’s Manual ▲ Front View ▲ Side View ▲ Rear View: Terminal block DC-IN (w/o VAM) ▲ Rear View: Terminal block DC-IN (w/ VAM701) Introduction...
  • Page 16: I/O Outlets

    Series User’s Manual ▲ Rear View: M12 DC-IN (w/o VAM) ▲ Rear View: M12 DC-IN (w/ VAM701) I/O Outlets The following figures show the I/O outlets on the front and rear views of the tBOX300-510-FL.  Front View ...
  • Page 17: Packing List

    Series User’s Manual Packing List The package bundled with your tBOX300-510-FL should contain the following items:  tBOX300-510-FL system unit x 1  tBOX300-510-FL Quick Installation Guide x 1  DVD x 1 (for drivers )  Screw pack x 1 ...
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  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

    Series User’s Manual CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION The tBOX300-510-FL is designed for easy hardware configurations, such as the HDD (Hard Disk Drive), DRAM and mini PCIe card. Chapter 2 will show you how to install the hardware. Installing the Swappable HDD/SSD & Value-added Module (VAM) Step 1 Attach a piece of Mylar on the back of an HDD/SSD as shown.
  • Page 20: Installing The Ddr Module And Express Mini Card

    Series User’s Manual Step 4 Unscrew the rear side screws (x2) and then remove the value-added module slot cover. Step 5 Insert the value-added module (VAM) as shown below. Make sure the module is on the track and slide the module fully into the slot. Secure the module by fastening the screws.
  • Page 21 Series User’s Manual Step 4 Install the DDR module with caution and put the thermal pad on the DDR module again. Than screw the DDR cover to finish the installation. For the Express Mini card: Step 1 Slide a SIM or Mini card into their respective slot with caution.
  • Page 22 Series User’s Manual For the value-added modules Model name Specification Note VAM700 4 x M12 A-coded GbE w/ external power supply unit VAM701 4 x M12 A-coded GbE (PoE/PoE+) (PSU) VAM702 4 x RJ-45 GbE w/ external power supply unit...
  • Page 23: Chapter 3 Connector And Jumper Settings

    Series User’s Manual CHAPTER 3 CONNECTOR AND JUMPER SETTINGS Connectors Connectors connect the CPU board with the other parts of the system. Loose or improper connection might cause problems. Make sure all connectors are properly and firmly connected before your turn on the system.
  • Page 24: Serial Port Connector

    Series User’s Manual 3.1.2 Serial Port Connector The COM1 port connector is a DB9 connector. The pin assignment of RS-232/RS-422/RS- 485 is listed in the following table. If you need a COM port to support RS-422 or RS-485, please set it up in BIOS settings.
  • Page 25: Front View Led Indicators

    Series User’s Manual 3.1.4 Front View LED Indicators LED Indicator Function PWR/ Green Power on HDD/ Blue HDD activity PL1/ Green Programmable PL2/ Green Programmable 3.1.5 Rear View LED Indicators LED Indicator Function Orange HDD ready Flashing Data access 3.1.6...
  • Page 26: Lan Connector (Lan1~ Lan4)

    Series User’s Manual 3.1.7 LAN Connector (LAN1~ LAN4) The RJ-45 LAN connectors can support 10/100/1000Mbps. Ethernet (optional) Description 10/100Base-T 1000Base-T BI_DA+ Transmit Data+ or Bidirectional BI_DA- Transmit Data- or Bidirectional BI_DB+ Receive Data+ or Bidirectional N.C. BI_DC+ Not Connected or Bidirectional N.C.
  • Page 27: Pci-Express Mini Card Connector

    Series User’s Manual 3.1.9 PCI-Express Mini Card Connector The PCI Express Mini Card connector supports 1x PCI Express lane and 2x USB 2.0 lanes. A PCI Express Mini Card can be applied to either PCI Express or USB 2.0. This friendly design of integrating USB 2.0 and PCI Express lanes into the same slot provides a convenient and...
  • Page 28: 3.1.10 Antenna Opening

    Series User’s Manual 3.1.10 Antenna Opening Profile opening is reserved for Wi-Fi/3G/4G antennas. 3.1.11 HDD Tray Locker The HDD tray locker is used to lock and secure the swappable HDD/SSD bay. Status Diagram Unlocked Locked 3.1.12 Remote Switch Connector The remote switch is ideal for controlling a remote button which can act as an ATX power on/off button.
  • Page 29: 3.1.13 Value-Added Module Specification

    Series User’s Manual 3.1.13 Value-Added Module Specification Module Description The system offers two expansion I/O module slots to support the functions of the value-added modules (VAM) listed in the table below. For detailed specifications, please refer to the quick manual of each individual module.
  • Page 30: Jumper Settings

    Series User’s Manual Jumper Settings Proper jumper settings configure the tBOX300-510-FL to meet your application purpose. We are herewith listing a summary table of all jumpers and default settings for onboard devices, respectively. Description Function Jumper Setting Normal(Default) Short 1-2...
  • Page 31: Chapter 4 Ami Bios Setup Utility

    Series User’s Manual CHAPTER 4 AMI BIOS SETUP UTILITY This chapter provides detailed descriptions of how to set up basic system configuration through the AMI BIOS setup utility. Starting To enter the setup screens, follow the steps below: Turn on the computer and press the <Del> key immediately.
  • Page 32: Navigation Keys

    Series User’s Manual Navigation Keys The BIOS setup/utility uses a key-based navigation system called hot keys. Most of the BIOS setup utility hot keys can be used at any time during the setup navigation process. These keys include <F1>, <F10>, <Enter>, <ESC>, <Arrow> keys, and so on.
  • Page 33: Main Menu

    Series User’s Manual Main Menu System Time/Date Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date using the <Arrow> keys. Enter new values through the keyboard. Press the <Tab> key or the <Arrow>...
  • Page 34: Advanced Menu

    Series User’s Manual Advanced Menu The Advanced menu allows users to set the configurations of the CPU and other system devices. You can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen to go to the sub menus: ►...
  • Page 35 Series User’s Manual CPU Configuration This screen shows the CPU configuration. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
  • Page 36 Series User’s Manual SATA Configuration Set SATA configuration. SATA Controller(S) Enable or disable the integrated SATA controllers (Default: Enabled). SATA Mode Selection Choose the SATA operation mode. Determines SATA controllers operate AHCI or Intel RST Premium. (Default: AHCI) AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
  • Page 37 Series User’s Manual PCH-FW Configuration Configure Intel® Active Management Technology Parameters. Display ME firmware version and ME firmware SKU. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
  • Page 38 Series User’s Manual USB Configuration This screen shows the USB devices connected to the system. This is for supporting USB devices on legacy OS. The system will automatically detect any USB device connected to the computer and enable the USB legacy mode.
  • Page 39 Series User’s Manual Serial Port Console Redirection The settings specify how the host computer and the remote computer (which the user is using) will exchange data. Both computers should have the same or compatible settings. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
  • Page 40 Series User’s Manual F81803 Super IO Configuration Set up options for the Super IO configuration, and change the value of the selected option. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
  • Page 41 Series User’s Manual Serial Port 1 configuration Serial Port Enable/Disable a serial port. COM Port Type This option is used to select an RS-232/422/485 function. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
  • Page 42 Series User’s Manual Hardware Monitor This screen shows the hardware health configuration. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
  • Page 43: Chipset Menu

    Series User’s Manual Chipset Menu The Chipset menu allows users to change the advanced chipset settings. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
  • Page 44 Series User’s Manual System Agent (SA) Configuration Memory Configuration This screen shows the memory information. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
  • Page 45: Security Menu

    Series User’s Manual Security Menu The security menu allows users to change the security settings for the system. Administrator Password This item indicates whether an administrator password has been set. It will show “Installed” when a password has been set or “Not Installed” if no password has been set yet.
  • Page 46: Boot Menu

    Series User’s Manual Boot Menu The Boot menu allows users to change boot options of the system. You can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen to go to the sub menus: Setup Prompt Timeout Set the timeout length to wait before entering the Setup menu during system power-on.
  • Page 47: Save & Exit Menu

    Series User’s Manual Save & Exit Menu This option allows users to operate optimized settings, customized settings and restore default settings for system configuration. Save Changes and Exit When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave Setup and continue start-up procedures, so the new system configuration parameters can take effect.
  • Page 48 Series User’s Manual Save Changes This option allows you to save all the values and changes you set. Discard Changes This option allows you to abandon all the values and changes you set. Restore Defaults It automatically sets all Setup options to a complete set of default settings when you select this option.
  • Page 49: Chapter 5 Raid Driver And Tool Installation

    Series User’s Manual CHAPTER 5 RAID DRIVER AND TOOL INSTALLATION This section will guide you to install the Raid Manager Tool software. Just follow the onscreen instructions step by step. Before you start, please be reminded to run the installer as administrator.
  • Page 50: Installing Raid Driver

    Series User’s Manual Installing RAID Driver 1. Open the “06.Raid driver” folder, double click “MSUSetup_v4.1.0.2031” and click “Next” to continue. 2. Select “I accept the terms of the License Agreement” and click “Next” to continue. RAID Driver and Tool Installation...
  • Page 51 Series User’s Manual 3. Select “Command Line Interface” and “Flash Command Line Interface”. Click “Next” to continue. 4. Confirm the installation location on your computer and click “Install” to start installation. RAID Driver and Tool Installation...
  • Page 52 Series User’s Manual 5. Please wait when you see the following screen. 6. When installation is completed, click “Finish” to exit. RAID Driver and Tool Installation...
  • Page 53: Installing Raid Manager Tool

    Series User’s Manual Installing RAID Manager Tool 1. Open the “07.Raid manager tool” folder, double click “Setup.exe” and click “Next” to continue. 2. Confirm the installation location on your computer and select the user type. Click “Next” to continue.
  • Page 54 Series User’s Manual 3. Click “Next” to start installation. 4. After installation is completed, please reboot your system to activate the software. RAID Driver and Tool Installation...
  • Page 55: Chapter 6 Using Raid Manager Tool

    Series User’s Manual CHAPTER 6 USING RAID MANAGER TOOL Overview This section describes how to control raid functions by using Raid Manager Tool. NOTE: For better operating experience, we strongly recommend that you use RAID Manager Tool, instead of MarvellTray.
  • Page 56: Creating Raid

    Series User’s Manual Creating RAID 1. Click “Create Raid”. 2. Click the HDDs that you want to create RAID. Select the RAID level (supporting RAID 0/1/10) and key in the RAID name. Click “Create”. 3. RAID function is created successfully.
  • Page 57: Deleting Raid

    Series User’s Manual Deleting RAID 1. Select “Virtual Disk/My VDX”(X is 1 or 0) and Click “Delete Raid”. 2. RAID function is deleted successfully. Using RAID Manager Tool...
  • Page 58: Raid Rebuilding

    Series User’s Manual RAID Rebuilding 1. Auto Rebuilding: Insert a new hard drive and RAID will be rebuilt automatically. 2. Manual Rebuilding: Select “Virtual Disk/My VDX”(X is 1 or 0) you want to rebuild and click “Start” Click on the HDD that you want to rebuild and click “Rebuild”.
  • Page 59 Series User’s Manual 3. Other functions for Rebuilding: You can click “Stop” if you need to stop Rebuild. You can click “Pause” if you need to pause Rebuild. Using RAID Manager Tool...
  • Page 60: Marvell Bios Utility

    Series User’s Manual Marvell BIOS Utility Press Ctrl+M to enter the Marvell BIOS utility to configure a RAID array if you need to control RAID function before booting the operating system. Marvell BIOS Utility shares the same RAID functions below as RAID Manager Tool: A.
  • Page 61: Appendix Awatchdog Timer

    Series User’s Manual APPENDIX A WATCHDOG TIMER What is Watchdog Timer? The integrated Watchdog Timer can be set up by programming. There are 1~255 levels available. The Watchdog Timer is a counter that triggers a system reset when it counts down to zero from a preset value.
  • Page 62 Series User’s Manual Sample of Watchdog application Assume that program A must be kept running for a specified period of time: 1. Initialize the Watchdog Timer with a countdown time value bigger than the running time of program A.

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