Introduction The V2406-24I embedded computers are based on the Intel Atom N270 x86 processor, and feature four RS-232/422/485 serial ports, dual 10/100 Mbps LAN ports, 3 USB 2.0 hosts, and a CompactFlash socket. The V2406-24I computers provide VGA, DVI-I outputs, and digital input/output channels, making them particularly well-suited for industrial applications such as SCADA and manufacturing automation.
Introduction Overview The V2406-24I computers come with 4 RS-232/422/485 serial ports, making them ideal for connecting a wide range of serial devices, and the dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports offer a reliable solution for network redundancy, promising continuous operation for data communication and management. As an added convenience, the V2406-24I computers have 6 DIs, and 2 DOs for connecting digital input/output devices.
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V2406-24I Introduction HDD Support: 1 SATA-II connector for HDD expansion Other Peripherals KB/MS: 1 PS/2 interface supporting standard PS/2 keyboard and mouse through Y-type cable Audio: Line-in, line-out interface Display Graphics Controller: Intel Gen 3.5 Integrated Graphics Engine, 250 MHz core render clock and 200 MHz core display clock at 1.05-V core voltage...
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V2406-24I Introduction Dimensions: Without ears: 250 x 98 x 154 mm (9.84 x 3.86 x 6.06 in) With ears: 275 x 104 x 154 mm (10.83 x 4.09 x 6.06 in) Mounting: DIN-Rail, wall, VESA Environmental Limits Operating Temperature: Standard models: -25 to 60°C (-13 to 140°F) Wide temp.
Hardware Introduction The V2406-24I series embedded computers are compact, well-designed, and built rugged enough for industrial applications. LED indicators help you monitor performance and identify trouble spots, multiple serial ports allow you to connect different devices for wireless operation, and the reliable and stable hardware platform lets you devote your attention to developing your applications.
Reset Button Press the Reset Button on the rear panel of the V2406-24I to reboot the system automatically. The Ready LED will blink on and off for the first 5 seconds, and then maintain a steady glow once the system has rebooted.
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V2406-24I Hardware Introduction ATTENTION There is a risk of explosion if the wrong type of battery is used. To avoid this potential danger, always be sure to use the correct type of battery. Contact the Moxa RMA service team if you need to replace your battery.
Hardware Connection Description In this chapter, we show how to connect the embedded computers to the network and to various devices. The following topics are covered in this chapter: Installing the V2406-24I Wiring Requirements Connecting the Power ...
Wall or Cabinet Mounting The V2406-24I comes with two metal brackets for attaching it to a wall or the inside of a cabinet. Step 1: Use two screws for each bracket and attach the bracket to the rear of the V2406-24I.
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Hardware Connection Description To attach the DIN-rail kit, turn the V2406-24I over to the bottom cover. Find the locations for the screws and place the brackets on the cover. Please note that all eight screws must be firmly attached so that the computer can be securely installed on the DIN-rail.
It is advisable to label the wiring to all devices in the system. ATTENTION Safety First! Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing and/or wiring your V2406-24I. Wiring Caution! Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes dictating the maximum current allowable for each wire size.
Connecting Data Transmission Cables This section describes how to connect the V2406-24I embedded computers to the network and serial devices. Connecting to the Network Plug your network cable into the embedded computer’s Ethernet port.
4. Gently insert the CompactFlash card into the CF socket, making sure that the card is oriented correctly. ATTENTION The V2406-24I embedded computer does not support the CompactFlash hot swap and PnP (Plug and Play) functions. It is necessary to remove power source first before inserting or removing the CompactFlash card.
USB-based keyboard and mouse. ATTENTION Without a Y-type cable, the PS/2 connector on the V2406-24I can only work with a PS/2 keyboard. A PS/2 mouse will not function when directly connected to the PS/2 connector on the V2406-24I embedded computers.
Connecting to a USB Device The V2406-24I comes with 1 USB 2.0 host with M12 connectors on the front panel, and 2 USB 2.0 host with type A connector on the rear panel. The hosts can be used for an external flash disk or hard drive for storing large amounts of data.
Connecting to a VGA Monitor The V2406-24I comes with a D-Sub 15-pin female connector on the front panel to connect a VGA CRT monitor. To ensure that the monitor image remains clear, be sure to tighten the monitor cable after connecting it to the V2406-24I.
(analog R, G, B return) Ground (return for +5V, HSync, and VSync) Connecting to a Speaker or a Headphone The V2406-24I comes with audio input and output interfaces for connecting a microphone and speaker or headphones. See the following figure for details. 3-10...
1. Disconnect the V2406-24I from the power source. 2. We suggest placing the V2406-24I upside down. Remember to remove the six screws and the power input connector on the front panel, and all screws, including the screws of the DB9 connectors for serial ports and the terminal blocks for digital input and output channels.
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5. Carefully remove the module by pushing the latches on both sides of the module, and then replace the new module. Be sure to orient the module correctly. 6. Push down the module and make sure the latches are firmly in place. 7. When finished, replace the back cover of the V2406-24I computer. 3-12...
Hardware Connection Description Upgrading the DOM Module The V2406-24I computers have been pre-installed with a DOM to store the OS. To upgrade the DOM module, take the following steps. 1. After taking off the back cover of the V2406-24I, find the location of the DOM module socket.
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V2406-24I Hardware Connection Description The HDD package includes an HDD bracket, four HDD screws, for damping materials, four bronze screws, one SATA power cable and one SATA cable. 4. Place the four yellow damping materials into the slide of the bracket. Each side needs two damping materials.
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8. Place the HDD bracket onto the mainboard of the computer, and then fasten the bracket with the screws. 9. Connect the SATA power cable and the SATA cable to the connectors. 10. Replace the back cover of the V2406-24I computer to finish the installation. 3-15...
Adjusting COM1 PIN 9 Voltage PIN 9 of the V2406-24I’s serial port 1 can be set to 0 V, +5 V, or +12 V by jumper. The jumper is located between the serial port and the memory module on the mainboard.
BIOS Setup This chapter describes the BIOS settings of the V2406-24I embedded computers. The BIOS is a set of input/output control routines for peripherals. The BIOS is used to initialize basic peripherals and helps boot the operating system before the operating system is loaded. The BIOS setup allows the user to modify the system configurations of these basic input/output peripherals.
V2406-24I BIOS Setup Entering the BIOS Setup Utility To enter the BIOS setup utility, press the “Del” key while the system is booting up. The main BIOS Setup screen will appear. A basic description of each function key is listed at the bottom of the screen. Refer to these descriptions to learn how to scroll about the screen, how to select by pressing “Enter,”...
V2406-24I BIOS Setup System Security To set up system security, select the “Security” option under “Main” to bring up the following screen. This menu includes two options: “Set Password” and “Security Option.” When you select the Set Password option, a pop-up “Enter Password:” window will appear on the screen. The password that you type will replace the password stored in the CMOS memory.
V2406-24I BIOS Setup Hard Disk Boot Priority First/Second/Third Boot Device This option allows users to select or change the device boot priority. You may set 3 levels of priority to determine the boot up sequence for different bootable devices, such as a hard drive, CD-ROM, and removable devices.
V2406-24I BIOS Setup Quick Power On Self Test This setting allows the system to skip certain tests while the system boots up. Enable this feature to speed up the boot up process. Options: Enabled (default), Disabled Summary Screen Show The summary screen displays system information, including CPU, memory, disk drive, and PCI devices. The default value is disabled.
V2406-24I BIOS Setup Boot Display This item allows you to choose which display interface will be shown when system is booting up. Due to the display limitation, two displays at most can be shown when booting up. If you select the default option, VBIOS Default", the displays that have been connected will be used as the default displays.
V2406-24I BIOS Setup IDE Channel 0 Master UDMA This item allows you to configure UDMA mode for the device on IDE channel 0 Master. Options: Disabled, Auto (default), UDMA33, UDMA66, UDMA100 IDE Channel 0 Slave UDMA This item allows you to configure UDMA mode for the device on IDE channel 0 Slave..
Super I/O Device Debug Port This function allows you to enable/disable the debug port communication. The V2406-24I computer will automatically distribute the IRQ value for the debug port as the default value. If you wish to disable, select Disabled. This port is only for engineers who are debugging programs.
V2406-24I BIOS Setup Power The Power Setup Menu allows you to configure your system power-up/ power-down options. ACPI Suspend Type This item allows you to set up the ACPI suspend type for power management function. Option: S1 (POS), (default), S3 (STR) Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN This item determines the delay to stop the software when pushing the power button.
V2406-24I BIOS Setup CPU Warning Temperature This item allows you to configure what temperature will trigger a high temperature warning. Options: 80°C/176°F, 90°C/194°F (default), 100°C/212°F, Disabled Warning Beep This item allows you to enable/disable the warning beep. Options: Disabled (default), Enabled...
V2406-24I BIOS Setup Exiting the BIOS Setup To exit the BIOS setup utility, choose “Exit.” Pressing <ESC> will achieve the same result. Save & Exit Setup Save all configuration changes to CMOS (memory) and exit setup. A confirmation message will be displayed before proceeding.
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V2406-24I BIOS Setup ATTENTION We suggest you use a USB drive with under 2 GB in disk space, as larger USB drives may not support FAT file format and consequently fail to boot. Step 2: Prepare the Upgrade Tool and BIOS Binary File.
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V2406-24I BIOS Setup 5. Press “+” to move it up to the first priority, and press “Esc” to exit the setup menu. 6. Make sure the first boot device is Hard Disk. If it isn’t, press Enter to change it.
Regulatory Approval Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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