Industrial box pc for control cabinet applications (71 pages)
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ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE (COLLECTIVELY, "HIGH RISK APPLICATIONS"). You understand and agree that your use of Kontron devices as a component in High Risk Applications is entirely at your risk. To minimize the risks associated with your products and applications, you should provide adequate design and operating safeguards.
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If you have any difficulties using this user guide, discover an error, or just want to provide some feedback, contact Kontron support. Detail any errors you find. We will correct the errors or problems as soon as possible and post the revised user guide on our website.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Symbols The following symbols may be used in this user guide DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Therefore, in the interest of your own safety and of the correct operation of your new Kontron product, you are requested to conform with the following guidelines.
General Instructions on Usage In order to maintain Kontron’s product warranty, this product must not be altered or modified in any way. Changes or modifications to the product, that are not explicitly approved by Kontron and described in this user guide or received from Kontron Support as a special handling instruction, will void your warranty.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Table of Contents Symbols ..........................................6 For Your Safety ........................................7 High Voltage Safety Instructions .................................. 7 Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction ............................7 Lithium Battery Precautions ..................................8 General Instructions on Usage ..................................8 Quality and Environmental Management ..............................
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4.4.6. mPCIe / mSATA Selection Switch ..............................29 Accessing Internal Components ..............................30 5.1. Opening and Closing the KBox F-220 Series ............................ 31 5.1.1. Installing an HDD / SSD ..................................34 5.1.2. Installing an mSATA SSD or an mPCIe expansion card ......................34 5.1.3.
Figure 13: Installing the Mini SIM card ..............................35 Figure 14: VESA / keyhole mounting bracket ............................38 Figure 15: Hole patterns of VESA / keyhole mounting bracket for KBox F-220 Series ............38 Figure 16: Securing the mounting bracket ............................... 39 Figure 17: Placing the KBox F-220 Series onto the mounting bracket ...................
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KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Figure 21: Securing the KBox F-220 Series on the rack tray shelf ....................41 Figure 22: Mechanical Drawing .................................. 48 Figure 23: BIOS Main Menu Screen System Data and Time ......................56 Figure 24: BIOS Advanced Menu ..................................
Kontron is exempt from accident liability, this also applies during the warranty period. The product has been built and tested according to the basic safety requirements for low voltage (LVD) applications and has left the manufacturer in safety-related, flawless condition.
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KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Additional safety instructions for DC power supply circuits To guarantee safe operation of devices with DC power supply voltages larger than 60 volts DC or a power consumption larger than 240 VA, please observe that: ...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 1.1. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) A sudden discharge of electrostatic electricity can destroy static-sensitive devices or micro-circuitry. Therefore proper packaging and grounding techniques are necessary precautions to prevent damage. Always take the following precautions: Transport boards in ESD-safe containers such as boxes or bags.
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KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas Do not dispose of lithium batteries in general trash collection. Dispose of the battery according to the local regulations dealing with the disposal of these special materials, (e.g.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 2/ Electromagnetic Compatibility For detailed information refer to section 10.3 “CE Directives and Standards”. 2.1. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EU) This product is intended only for use in industrial areas. The most recent version of the EMC guidelines (EMC Directive 2004/108/EC) apply.
If you notice any shipping damage or inconsistencies between the contents and your order, please contact Kontron for help and information. 3.2. Scope of Delivery 3.2.1. Standard 1x KBox F-220 Series (corresponding to the ordered system configuration) 1x Power adapter 1x Power cord (plug type depending on country) ...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 4/ System Overview The KBox F-220 Series is an embedded system enclosed within a compact chassis, offering excellent processing and graphics performance. It can be optionally factory-equipped with an mPCIe WLAN card for two antennas and / or an mPCIe WWAN modem card for one antenna.
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KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 installing the system, please keep clearance for air circulation. www.kontron.com // 20...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 4.1. System Expansion Capabilities 4.1.1. System Expansion via SATA Interface The baseboard comes with a 15+7-pin SATA power / data socket. Users can expand the system with a 2.5" SATA HDD / SSD drive.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 4.2. Front I/O Panel Figure 1: Front I/O Panel (Model with Q170 chipset) Figure 2: Front I/O Panel (Model with H110 chipset) Power Button with LED (See Chapter 4.2.1) Storage LED (see Chapter 4.2.2) Wireless LED (see Chapter 4.2.3)
4.2.8. USB 3.0 The KBox F-220 Series provides six USB 3.0 / 2.0 interfaces for the model with Q170 chipset and four USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 interfaces for the model with H110 chipset. These connectors allow connection of USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 compatible devices to the system.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 4.2.9. USB 2.0 The KBox F-220 Series provides two USB 2.0 / 1.1 interfaces for the model with H110 chipset. These connectors allow connection of USB-compatible devices to the system. 4.2.10. Reset Button To clear the CMOS, use the tip of a pen or straightened-out paperclip to press the button briefly (for less than three seconds).
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 4.3. Rear I/O Panel Figure 3: Rear I/O Panel DC-In (See Chapter 4.3.1) DP (see Chapter 4.3.2) HDMI 2.0 (see Chapter 4.3.3) GbE (see Chapter 4.3.4) RS232/422/485 (see Chapter 4.3.5) WLAN Antenna Port (see Chapter 4.3.6) 4.3.1.
RS232/422/485 serial communication which can be configured via BIOS setup. 4.3.6. WLAN Antenna Port The KBox F-220 Series reserves two covered cutouts for the Reverse (RP) SMA connectors of the WLAN antennas (mPCIe WLAN card with 2 antennas is an option).
The KBox F-220 Series provides two 260-pin DDR4 SO-DIMM socket to install memory RAM. 4.4.2. SATA Power / Data Connector The KBox F-220 Series provides one 15+7-pin SATA power / data connector to install a 2.5" SATA HDD / SSD. 4.4.3. Full-sized mPCIe (mPCIe / mSATA) Socket The KBox F-220 Series reserves one mPCIe socket for expansion with a full-sized mPCIe WWAN modem card.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 4.4.5. Mini SIM Card Socket The baseboard of the KBox F-220 Series is equipped with an mini SIM card socket. The mini SIM card socket is connected to the full-sized mPCIe socket.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 5/ Accessing Internal Components This section contains important information that you must read before accessing the internal components. You must follow these procedures properly when installing, removing or handling any board. It is recommended to expand your system with an additional mPCIe and / or mSATA card(s) before it is installed into an equipment, machine or cabinet.
To access DDR4 SO-DIMM, mPCIe (mPCIe / mSATA) and mini SIM card slots / sockets The KBox F-220 Series should lay on a flat, clean surface with the access cover facing upwards. Loosen and remove the Phillips screws (two located on the bottom side), that secure the access cover to the chassis.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Figure 9: Descrewing two chassis halves of the KBox F-220 Series 10. Slide the upper half of the chassis rearward to disengage it from the lower half. Figure 10: Disengaging the chassis of the KBox F-220 Series 11.
12. Loosen and remove the Phillips screws (four located at the corners of the baseboard), that secure the baseboard to the lower half of the chassis. Retain the screws for later use. Figure 11: Descrewing the baseboard of the KBox F-220 Series 13. Lift the baseboard up.
Secure the HDD / SSD with the supplied fastening screws (M3 x 7 mm) from the fixing holes (Figure 12, pos. 1) on the opposite side. In order to close the KBox F-220 Series, proceed step 15 - 17 described in the subsection 5.1 "Opening and Closing the KBox F-220 Series".
After closing the cover, lock the cover by sliding the closed cover in the direction shown in Figure 13. Figure 13: Installing the Mini SIM card In order to close the KBox F-220 Series, proceed step 6 & 7 described in the subsection 5.1 "Opening and Closing the KBox F-220 Series".
The applied cooling method provides adequate cooling of the device during operation and performs a one-way thermal transfer to the airflow. There are ventilation slots located on the three sides of the KBox F-220 Series. They provides heat dissipation during operation.
Kontron rejects all liability for any and all damages resulting from operation of the unit with foreign objects inside the chassis. The KBox F-220 Series has to be installed and operated only by trained and qualified personnel. Only personnel with appropriate qualifications, trainings and authorization are permitted to install and work with the Kontron KBox F-220 Series.
/ custom enclosure / machine or onto a wall / the back of a monitor KBox F-220 Series configuration with a pair of stand brackets for vertical installation on a rack tray shelf inside a control cabinet ...
(Figure 16). The following figure takes VESA mounting to a monitor as an example. Figure 16: Securing the mounting bracket Place the KBox F-220 Series onto the VESA / keyhole mounting bracket (Figure 17). Figure 17: Placing the KBox F-220 Series onto the mounting bracket www.kontron.com...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Secure the KBox F-220 Series and the mounting bracket together via the fixing holes (Figure 14, pos. 4) with four supplied M3 x 5 mm screws (Figure 18). Figure 18: Securing the KBox F-220 Series and the mounting bracket together...
To mount the KBox F-220 Series please proceed according to the steps described: Secure the stand bracket pair to the KBox F-220 Series with four M3 x 6 mm screws (Screws are supplied if you order the stand bracket pair from Kontron.) (Figure 20).
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The KBox F-220 Series is connected by a DC power input jack (Figure 3, pos. 1) to a DC power source. The KBox F-220 Series is delivered with a power adapter to convert AC voltage into DC 19V and a power cord to carry AC power to the power adapter.
8.1. Connecting to DC Power Supply The DC power input jack (Figure 3, pos. 1) is located on the rear side of the KBox F-220 Series. The KBox F-220 Series will be connected to a AC-to-DC power adapter via the attached male DC power plug and corresponding power cable to couple together the adapter and the AC power outlet.
If you have ordered the KBox F-220 Series without a pre-installed operating system, you will need to install the operating system and the appropriate drivers for the system configuration you have ordered (optional hardware components) yourself.
Equipment from Kontron requires only minimum servicing and maintenance for proper operation. For light soiling, clean the KBox F-220 Series with a dry cloth. Carefully remove dust from the surface of the chassis using a clean, soft brush. ...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Button, Switch & 1x Power Button w/ LED (on front) Indicator 1x Reset Button (on front) 1x Storage LED (on front) 1x Wireless LED (on front) Cooling Cooling Method ...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 11/ Standard Interfaces – Pin Assignments Low-active signals are indicated by a minus sign. 11.1.1. 19 V DC Power Input Table 7: 19 V DC Power Input (see Figure 3, pos.1) Signal Name...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 11.1.4. USB 2.0 Port Table 10: USB 2.0 Port (see Figure 2, pos. 9) Signal Name 4-pin USB Connector Type A Version 2.0 +USBVCC USB_D- USB_D+ 11.1.5. DP Connector Table 11: DP Connector (see Figure 3, pos. 2)
Supervisor Password (see Security menu), press <RETURN>, and proceed with step 5. 5. A setup menu will appear. The KBox F-220 Series uEFI BIOS setup program uses a hot key-based navigation system. A hot key legend bar is located on the bottom of the setup screens.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 12.2. Setup Menus The Setup utility features shows six menus in the selection bar at the top of the screen: Main Advanced Power Security Boot Save & Exit The Setup menus are selected via the left and right arrow keys.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Figure 23: BIOS Main Menu Screen System Data and Time BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Security Boot Save & Exit Product Information Product Name KBox F-220 BIOS Version R0.05 (x64) BIOS Build Date...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 12.2.2. Advanced Setup Menu The Advanced setup menu provides sub-screens and functions for advanced configurations. The following sub- screen functions are included in the menu: LAN & Audio Configuration Display Configuration ...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Figure 26: BIOS Advanced Menu - Super IO Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Security Boot Save & Exit Super IO Chip Parameters. > Serial Port 1 Configuration → ←: Select Screen ↑...
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KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Feature Option Description Serial Port 1 Type [RS232], [RS422], Select an appropriate type for Serial Port 1. [RS485] www.kontron.com // 60...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Figure 29: BIOS Advanced Menu - SATA Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Security Boot Save & Exit SATA Configuration SATA Controller(s) [Enabled] → ←: Select Screen SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] ↑...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Figure 30: BIOS Advanced Menu - USB Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Security Boot Save & Exit USB Configuration USB Devices: → ←: Select Screen 1 Keyboard, 1 Mouse ↑ ↓: Select Item...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Figure 31: BIOS Advanced Menu - TPM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Security Boot Save & Exit TPM Configuration Security Device Support [Disabled] → ←: Select Screen Current Status Information ↑...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Figure 32: BIOS Advanced Menu - H/W Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Security Boot Save & Exit PC Health Status CPU Warning Temperature [Disabled] CPU Temperature : +36 C CPU Fan Speed : 5075 RPM →...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 12.2.3. Power Setup Menu The Power setup menu provides functions and a sub-screen for power configurations. The following sub-screen function is included in the menu: WatchDog Timer Configuration Figure 33: BIOS Power Setup Menu...
The Security setup menu provides information about the passwords and functions for specifying the security settings. The passwords are case-sensitive. The KBox F-220 Series provides no factory-set passwords. If there is already a password installed, the system asks for this first. To clear a password, simply enter nothing and acknowledge by pressing <RETURN>.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 12.2.4.1. Remember the password It is highly recommended to keep a record of all passwords in a safe place. Forgotten passwords results in being locked out of the system. If the system cannot be booted because the User Password or the Supervisor Password are not know, contact Kontron Support for further assistance.
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 12.2.5. Boot Setup Menu The boot setup menu lists the for boot device priority order, that is generated dynamically. Figure 36: BIOS Boot Setup Menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Security Boot Save &...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 12.2.6. Save & Exit Setup Menu The exit setup menu provides functions for handling changes made to the UEFI BIOS settings and the exiting of the setup program. Figure 37: BIOS Boot Setup Menu...
KBox F-220 Series - User Guide, Rev. 1.0 Appendix A: List of Acronyms The following table does not contain the complete acronyms used in signal names, signal type definitions or similar. A description of the signals is included in the I/O Connector and Internal connector chapters within this user guide.
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