4/ System Overview - Kontron KBox F-420-WLU User Manual

4/ System Overview

The KBox F-420-WLU is an embedded system enclosed within a compact chassis, offering excellent processing and
graphics performance.
It can be optionally factory-equipped with an M.2 Key B WWAN card and / or M.2 Key E WLAN / Bluetooth / combo
card for two antennas. Users may choose the implementation of an M.2 Key M SSD and / or an M.2 Key B SSD (not
recommended) as storage media.
The following interfaces are available with the KBox F-420-WLU:
Standard Front Panel:
 4x USB 3.1
 1x Line-Out / Line-In / Mic-In
 1x Power Button w/ LED
 1x Storage LED
 1x Wireless LED
Standard Rear Panel:
 1x DP++
 1x HDMI 2.0
 1x GbE LAN
 1x RS232/422/485
 1x 2-pin Phoenix Connector / Lockable DC Jack
1x Reset Button
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 2x Antenna Port
 1x Wafer for External Power Switch
 1x Kensington Lock Slot
Standard Baseboard and System Expansion Capabilities:
 2x DDR4 SO-DIMM memory socket (DIMM1 & DIMM2)
 1x M.2 Key B socket (type 22x42 / 22x80 / 30x42, M2B1)
 1x M.2 Key E socket (type 22x30 / 30x30, M2E1)
 1x M.2 Key M socket (type 22x80, M2M1)
 1x Micro SIM Card Cage (CN9)
The device is designed to be operated in:
 Vertical position: mounted on the back of the monitor or inside a control cabinet / custom enclosure / machine
(with a VESA mounting kit) or
 Horizontal position: placed as a desktop unit (with rubber feet).
When powering on the KBox F-420-WLU, make sure that the ventilation slots of the chassis
are not obstructed (covered) by any objects.
To provide sufficient heat dissipation by the cooling of the device, do not cover the
ventilation slots of the KBox F-420-WLU. Do not place any objects on the device. When
installing the system, please keep clearance for air circulation.
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