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R
toggles serial console enable. Push the switch S1 during startup to get into setup when
the serial console is disabled.
E
toggles PXE boot enable. Defaults to disable as the PXE module has a 60 second time-out.
X
Xmodem upload – start upload of an executable binary. Intended for flash BIOS update,
ask for more information if necessary.
Q
quit – asks whether to write back the changes to flash (Y) or not (N). Then the system will
restart.
PXE boot
PXE boot can be activated either through the E option in setup (always), or by pressing N during
memory test (one time). PC Engines cannot provide technical support for the PXE module, too
many possible failure points (Intel / Via PXE module, DHCP server, TFTP server, boot image etc).
Power over Ethernet
ALIX implements a passive power over Ethernet scheme, using the unused pairs of LAN1 for
power. Power can be injected using a passive POE splitter such as PC Engines POE.1A.
When power is fed in through POE, it is possible to "steal" unregulated power through the DC jack.
Please note that this port is not fused. The POE input diode is rated for a current of 2A. Please
keep in mind that any EMI energy injected on this port will go out through the Ethernet cable
without filtering.
Known issues
The Commell MP-541D dual port Gigabit Ethernet card uses non-standard PCI ID select
assignment. Ask for a modified BIOS if required, use in the primary miniPCI socket only.
Senao NMP-8602 PLUS high power radio cards are not supported at this time, pending an answer
from Senao on power issues.
ALIX system board
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1/15/2008
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