Industrial fanless pc w/ intel tiger lake core™ i5/i3 processors (59 pages)
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ARES-5320 Series Fanless DIN-Rail Embedded System with Intel Elkhart Lake Atom Processor ® User’s Manual Version 1.0 P/N: 4016532000100P 2024.04...
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Revision History Version Date Description 2024.04 Initial release - II -...
Preface Copyright Notice All Rights Reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve the reliability, design and function. It does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. Under no circumstances will the manufacturer be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
(PBDE) in electrical and electronic products. Member states of the EU are to enforce by 7/1/2006. ARBOR Technology Corp. hereby states that the listed products do not contain unintentional additions of lead, mercury, hex chrome, PBB or PBDB that exceed a maximum concentration value of 0.1% by weight or for cadmium exceed...
Preface Important Safety Instructions Read these safety instructions carefully 1. Read all cautions and warnings on the equipment. 2. Place this equipment on a reliable surface when installing. Dropping it or letting it fall may cause damage 3. Make sure the correct voltage is connected to the equipment. 4.
Preface Warning The Box PC and its components contain very delicately Integrated Circuits (IC). To protect the Box PC and its components against damage caused by static electricity, you should always follow the precautions below when handling it: 1. Disconnect your Box PC from the power source when you want to work on the inside.
Preface Warranty This product is warranted to be in good working order for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time during this period, we will, at our option, replace or repair it at no additional charge except as set forth in the following terms.
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Introduction 1.1. About this Manual This manual covers several SKUs of the ARES-5320. Product features, installation images and BIOS screens may vary from model to model. The table below lists the ARES-5320 SKUs and the major variants: DI/DO Storage ARES-5320- 1 x Onboard 64G eMMC 3 x 2.5GbE x6425A...
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Introduction 3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) USB Port 1 x USB-A 2.0 3 x 2.5GbE (For A & A-ISO ver.) 1 x 2.5GbE + 2 x 2.5GbE PoE (IEEE802.3af) (For P & P-ISO ver.) 1 x DP++, up to 4096 x 2160@60Hz Video Port 1 x VGA, up to 1920 x 1200@60Hz 1 x Mic-in...
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Introduction 10G peak accel (11 m sec. duration), operation Shock 30G peak accel (11 m sec. duration), nonoperation According to IEC 68-2-27 Qualification Certification CE, FCC (Class A), E-Mark Mechanical Construction Metal + Aluminum Alloy DIN-rail (standard) Mounting Wall mount (optional w/ CTOS BKT, but not supported for -ISO ver.) Weight 1.9Kg Dimensions...
Introduction 1.3. Inside the Package Upon opening the package, carefully inspect the contents. If any of the items is missing or appears damaged, contact your local dealer or distributor. The package should contain the following items: 1 x ARES-5320 (Product outlook varies according to your model) •...
Introduction 1.4. Ordering Information ARES-5320 w/ 3 x 2.5GbE, 4 x COM, 4 x USB, 1 x DP, 1 x VGA, ARES-5320-x6425A 8 x DI/O, 64G eMMC & 1 x 2.5" SSD/HDD Tray ARES-5320 w/ 2 x 2.5G PoE + 1 x 2.5GbE, 4 x COM, 4 x USB, ARES-5320-x6425P 1 x DP, 1 x VGA, 8 x DI/O, 64G eMMC &...
Getting Started 2.2. Overview MIC in /Line out Power button LED Indicator 3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) 1 x USB-A 2.0 2 x RS232/422/485 DB-9 connectors DisplayPort 3 x 2.5GbE (For A & A-ISO ver.) 1 x 2.5GbE + 2 x 2.5GbE PoE (For P &...
Getting Started 8-Bit DIO Function: Digital IO Connector Pin Assignment: Please refer to Appendix A. DIO Signal Connections page 2.3. LED Indicator Status Icon Blinking Mode Status Indicator Solid Green The system is in operation(S0) PWR Button The system is in in sleep/hibernate mode(S3/S4) Solid Red or power off mode(S5) SATA HDD/SSD...
Getting Started 2.4. Driver Installation Note For operating system of Windows 10, please go to our website at www.arbor-technology.com and download the driver pack from the product page. Then unzip the downloaded file and follow the sequence below to install the drivers to prevent errors: Chipset →...
Engine of the Computer 3.1.2. Jumpers & Connectors Settings ➊ JBAT1 Function: Clear CMOS Selection Connector Type: 2.0mm pitch,1x2 pin header. Pin Assignment: Pin Description short Clear CMOS Open Keep CMOS(default) ➋ JACCON1 Function: Vehicle ACC mode selection Jumper Type: 2.00 mm pitch 1x2-pin header Setting: Description...
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Engine of the Computer ❹ JCOMPWR1 Function: RI Power Select Pin Header Jumper Type: 2.00 mm pitch 1x3-pin header Setting: Description VCC5(default) VCC12 ❺ JDIOPWR1 Function: DIO Power Select Pin Header Jumper Type: Onboard 2.00mm-pitch 1x3-pin header Setting: Description VCC5(default) VCC12 ①...
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Engine of the Computer ③ BAT1 Function: RTC battery connector Connector Type: Onboard 2x1-pin box connector Pin Assignment: Pin Description VBATT ④ MC2 Function: Half-size mini PCI-e Socket (w/ PCIe 3.0 x1 + USB 2.0) Connector Type: Mini PCI-e 52-pin Socket Pin Assignment: The pin assignments conform to the industry standard ⑤...
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Engine of the Computer ⑥ MC1 Function: Full-size mini PCI-e Socket (w/ SATA + USB 2.0) Connector Type: Mini PCI-e 52-pin Socket Pin Assignment: The pin assignments conform to the industry standard ⑦ SATAPWR1 Function: SATA Power Connector Connector Type: 2.54mm pitch 4-pin Wafer Description Pin Assignment: VCC5...
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Engine of the Computer ⑨ AUDIO1 Function: Audio Connector Connector Type: 1.25 mm pitch 1x6 wire to board connector Pin Assignment: Description MIC_L MIC_R Line Out_L Line Out_R ⑩ ETX1 Function: Daughter Board Connector Connector Type: 100-pin Connector Pin Assignment: ARBOR original design pin out For requirement of customized daughter board, please contact ARBOR.
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Engine of the Computer ⑫ SIM1 Function: Nano SIM Card Socket Connector Type: Nano SIM Card Socket Pin Assignment: The pin assignments conform to the industry standard. ⑬ COM1/2 Function: RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Serial Port Header Connector Type: 2.00mm pitch 9-pin Header RS-232 RS-422 RS-485...
Engine of the Computer 3.2. Daughter Board - SCDB-148Q Function: RS-232/422/485 Serial Port and isolated digital I/O daughter board Applicable models: ARES-5320-x6425A-ISO & ARES-5320-x6425P-ISO Board Top: ① COM5~COM8 ② 16-Bit - 26 -...
Installation & Maintenance 4.1. Disassembling and Assembling the Computer 4.1.1. Disassembling the Computer To use onboard jumpers/connectors or to install/remove internal components, you will need to open the computer to access the inside of the computer. Follow through the guide below to disassembly the computer. (Product photo varies according to the SKUs.
Installation & Maintenance 4.1.2. Assembling the Computer After you make required hardware installation and jumpers settings, assemble the computer by performing the proceeding steps in reverse order. 4.2. Installing the Hardware 4.2.1. Installing a Memory Module 1. Remove the top cover from the computer as described in 4.1.
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Installation & Maintenance 5. Confront the memory module’s golden finger at the SO-DIMM socket. Position the memory module at the SO-DIMM socket, with the memory module’s key notch aligned at the break of the SO-DIMM’s slot connector. 6. Vertically plug the memory module to the DIMM socket. “Fully” plug the memory module until both latches auto-lock the memory module in place.
Installation & Maintenance 4.2.2. Installing a SSD/HDD (for -x6425A and -x6425P) 1. Fasten two screws to secure the SATA and power connectors onto the bracket. 2. Slide the 2.5” HDD or SSD storage device into the drive bay and ensure it connects to the SATA connector.
Installation & Maintenance 4. Connect the SATA cable to the SATA connector on the adapter. Then connect the SATA power cable to the SATA power connector on the main board. SATA cable SATA power cable 5. Reassemble the computer by performing the steps in 4.1.2.
Installation & Maintenance 3. Slide the SIM card holder cover towards the OPEN edge and then lift the cover to open it. 4. Insert the SIM card into the card holder as shown below. 5. Close the SIM card holder door and slide the door to the LOCK edge to lock into place.
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Installation & Maintenance Connect the RF antenna’s MHF connector to the Wi-Fi module’s main connector Optionally connect the secondary RF antenna to this connector to enhance WiFi signal reception 3. Plug the Wi-Fi module into the Mini-card socket by a slanted angle. Fully plug the module, and note the notch on the Wi-Fi module should meet the break on the connector.
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Installation & Maintenance 5. Remove the plastic plug from the antenna hole. Keep the plastic plug for any possible restoration in the future. Remove the plug to access the antenna hole 6. Pass the SMA connector through the above mentioned antenna hole. Make sure that you align the connector’s flat side with the antenna hole’s flat side.
Installation & Maintenance 7. Mount the washer first and then the nut to the SMA connector. Make sure the nut is tightened. Mount the washer and the nut to the SMA connector. Tighten the nut. 8. If you are using two antennas, repeat the steps above for another antenna. 9.
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Installation & Maintenance 3. Connect the antenna to the GPS module. 4. Plug the GPS module into the Mini-card socket by a slanted angle. Fully plug the module, and note the notch on the GPS module should meet the break on the connector. Press down the module and fix the module in place by fastening the screw.
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Installation & Maintenance 6. Remove the plastic plug from the antenna hole. Keep the plastic plug for any possible restoration in the future. Remove the plug to access the antenna hole 7. Pass the SMA connector through the above mentioned antenna hole. Make sure that you align the connector’s flat side with the antenna hole’s flat side.
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Installation & Maintenance Mount the washer and the nut to the SMA connector. Tighten the nut. 9. If you are using two antennas, repeat the steps above for another antenna. 10. Have an external antenna. Screw and tightly fasten the antenna to the SMA connector.
Installation & Maintenance 4.3. Ground the Computer Follow the instructions below to ground the computer to land. Be sure to follow every grounding requirement in your place. Warning Whenever the unit is installed, the ground connection must always be made first of all and disconnected lastly. 1.
4.4. Wire DC-in Power Source 4.4.1. Automation Mode Warning Only trained and qualified personnel are allowed to install or replace this equipment. Follow the instructions below for connecting the computer to a DC-input power source. 1. Before wiring, make sure the power source is disconnected. 2.
4.4.2. Vehicle Application Mode Follow the instructions below for connecting the computer to a vehicle power source. 1. Make sure JACCON1 jumper is open for vehicle power mode. (Refer to 3.1.1. Jumpers & Connectors on page 19.) 2. For vehicle application, DC power Input wiring pin configuration is as below. Please connect the Acc pin with your car Acc, and the device will be activated when you turn your ignition key to Acc.
4.5. Mounting 4.5.1. Wall Mounting To wall mount the computer using the optional wall-mount kit: 1. Select a proper mounting location with adequate wall strength to support the mounted unit. 2. Locate the 6 screw holes on the computer's rear side. Use the screws included in the wall-mount kit to assemble the brackets to the computer’s rear side.
4.5.2. DIN-Rail Mounting To mount the computer using the provided DIN-rail mounting kit: 1. Select a proper mounting location with adequate wall strength to support the mounted unit. 2. Screw the DIN-rail mounting clip to the rear side of the computer. Right View Back View -X6425A/P-ISO...
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After you screw the DIN-rail mounting clip to the computer: 1. Snap the DIN Rail clip to the upper edge of the DIN Rail. 2. Lift the computer firmly upward and then forward towards the DIN Rail until the DIN Rail clip tab engages and snaps to the upper edge of the DIN Rail. DIN Rail - 47 -...
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BIOS The BIOS Setup utility is featured by American Megatrends Inc to configure the system settings stored in the system’s BIOS ROM. The BIOS is activated once the computer powers on. When the computer is off, the battery on the main board supplies power to BIOS RAM.
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BIOS Key Commands The BIOS Setup utility relies on a keyboard to receive user’s instructions. Hit the following keys to navigate within the utility and use the utility. Keystroke Function ← → Moves left/right between the top menus. ↓ ↑ Moves up/down between highlight items.
BIOS 5.1. Main The Main menu features the settings of System Date and System Time and displays some BIOS info. Note: Actual model name and board information varies according to your model. Setting Description System Date Sets system date. System Time Sets system time.
BIOS 5.2. Advanced Setting Description CPU Configuration 5.2.1. CPU Configuration on page PCH-FW Configuration 5.2.2. PCH-FW Configuration on page Trusted Computing 5.2.3. Trusted Computing on page ACPI Settings 5.2.4. ACPI Settings on page Super IO Configuration 5.2.5. Super IO Configuration on page Hardware Monitor 5.2.6.
BIOS 5.2.1. CPU Configuration Setting Description When enabled, a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities Intel Virtualization provided by Vanderpool Technology Technology ► Options: Enabled (default) or Disabled - 54 -...
BIOS 5.2.2. PCH-FW Configuration Setting Description Select TPM device: PTT or dPTM. PTT - Enables PTT in SKuMgr dTPM1.2 - Disables PTT in SKuMgr Warning! PTT/dTPM will be PTT Configuration disabled and all data saved on it will be lost. Options: Enabled (default) or Disabled ►...
BIOS 5.2.3. Trusted Computing Setting Description This item enables or disables BIOS support for security device. OS will not show Security Device. Security Device Support Options are: Enabled (Default) / Disabled Enables or disables SHA-1 PCR Bank. SHA256 PCR Bank Options are: Enabled (Default) / Disabled This item schedule an operation for the security device.
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BIOS This item select to tell O.S. to support PPI Spec Version Physical Presence Spec Version Options are: 1.3 (Default) / 1.2 TPM 1.2 will restruct support to TPM 1.2 devices, TPM 2.0 will restrict support to TPM 2.0 devices, Auto will support both TPM Device Select 2.0 devices and TPM 1.2 deviced.
BIOS 5.2.4. ACPI Settings Setting Description Only available when BIOS ACPI Auto Configuration is enabled. Enable Hibernation Enables (default) or Disables System ability to Hibernate (OS/ S4 Sleep State). This option may be not effective with some OS. - 58 -...
BIOS 5.2.5. Super IO Configuration Note: The quantity of serial ports varies according to your model. - 59 -...
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BIOS Setting Description To configure each COM port settings. Serial Port 1: ► Options: Enable and Disable Serial Port (COM) (default) ► Options: Mode Select for RS-232 (default) RS-422, RS- 422(Termination Resistor), RS-485, RS-485(Termination Resistor) Serial Port2: Options: Enable and Disable Serial Port (COM) (default) ►...
BIOS 5.2.7. S5 RTC Wake Settings Setting Description Enable or Disable (default) system wake on alarm event. ► Options available are: Wake System Disabled (default): from S5 Fixed Time: System will wake on the hr::min::sec specified. DynamicTime: If selected, you need to set Wake up minute increase from 1 - 5.
BIOS 5.2.8. Serial Port Console Redirection Setting Description Use this item to enable or disable Console Redirection. The optional settings: [Disabled]; [Enabled]. Console Redirection When set as [Enabled], user can make further settings in the following items: Console Redirection Enable or Disable Console Redirection The default setting is: Disable.
BIOS 5.2.9. USB Configuration Setting Description Enables/disables legacy USB support. ► Options available are Enabled (default), Disabled and Auto. ► Select Auto to disable legacy support if no USB device are Legacy USB Support connected. ► Select Disabled to keep USB devices available only for EFI applications.
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BIOS Use this item to set the time-out value for control, bulk, and interrupt USB transfer time- transfers. ► Options: 1 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec (default) Use this item to set USB mass storage device start unit command time- Device reset time- out.
BIOS 5.3.1. System Agent (SA) Configuration Submenu Description System Agent (SA) Configuration Memory Configuration 5.3.1.1. Memory Configuration on page 71 Graphics Configuration 5.3.1.2. Graphics Configuration on page 72 VT-d Enabled (default) or Disabled VT-d function Enabled (default) or Disabled above 4GB Above 4GB MMIO BIOS Assignment MemoryMappedIO BIOS assignment.
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BIOS 5.3.1.1. Memory Configuration Access this submenu to view the memory configuration and adjuste the memory Frequency. - 71 -...
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BIOS 5.3.1.2. Graphics Configuration Note: This page varies according to your model. Setting Description Graphics Turbo IMON Current Graphics turbo IMON current values supported(14-31) Scanning for External Gfx Card on PEG and PCH PCIE Ports. Skip Scaning if External Gfx card Options are: Disabled(default), Enableed Select the Aperture Size Aperture Size...
BIOS 5.3.2. PCH-IO Configuration Setting Description PCI Express Configuration 5.3.2.1. PCI Express Configuration on page 74 SATA Configuration 5.3.2.2. SATA Configuration on page 75 Enable/Disable onboard NIC. SCS Configuration ► Options are: Enabled (default), Disabled. Specify what state to go to when power is re-applied after a power failure (G3 state) Power on after power fail Options are: Power on, Power Off...
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BIOS 5.3.2.1. PCI Express Configuration Setting Description Intel Lan I226: Control the PCI Express Root Port. Options are: Enabled (default), Disabled. ► ASPM: Set the ASPM level Options are: Disabled (default), L0s, L1, L0sL1, Auto ► Intel Lan I226 L1 Substates: PCI Express L1 Substates settings. ►...
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BIOS 5.3.2.2. SATA Configuration Setting Description Enabled (default) / Disabled SATA device(s). SATA Controller(s) Enabled / Disabled (default). Aggressive LPM Support SATA device information. Serial ATA Port 0/1 *Available SATA ports depend on your device. Enables (default) / disables the SATA port. Port 0/1 Enables / disables (default) the SATA port DevSlp.
BIOS 5.4. Security Setting Description To set up an administrator password: Select Administrator Password. Administrator An Create New Password dialog then pops up onscreen. Password Enter your desired password that is no less than 3 characters and no more than 20 characters. Hit [Enter] key to submit.
BIOS 5.5. Boot Setting Description Set how long to wait for the prompt to show for entering BIOS Setup. Setup Prompt Timeout ► The default setting is 1 (sec). ► Set it to 65535 to wait indefinitely. Sets whether to enable or disable the keyboard’s NumLock state when the system starts up.
BIOS 5.6. Save & Exit Setting Description Save Changes Saves the changes and quits the BIOS Setup utility. and Exit Discard changes Exit system setup without saving the changes. and Exit Restore Defaults Restore/Load defaults values for all the setup options. Boot Override presents a list in context with the boot devices in the Boot Override system.
Appendix Appendix A. DIO Signal Connections A.1. 8-Bit DIO Signal Connections (for -x6425A and -x6425P) The 4 x DI, 4 x DO connector offers 8-bit DIO, power (+5V) and ground pin. Each bit of DIO can be set as digital input or output. Please see the DC characteristics for detail.
Appendix A.2.3. Isolated Digital Output Connections When an isolated output channel is being used as an output channel, if an external voltage (maximum 24V) is applied, the current will flow from the external voltage source to the system. Make sure that the current through each out pin does not exceed 100 mA.
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