Moxa Technologies BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual
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- Page 1 BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual Version 1.0, January 2025 www.moxa.com/products © 2025 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.
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Page 2: Copyright Notice
BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice © 2025 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks The MOXA logo is a registered trademark of Moxa Inc. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ............................5 Package Checklist ..........................5 Product Features ........................... 5 Hardware Specifications ......................... 5 Hardware Introduction ......................... 6 Appearance ............................6 Dimensions ............................6 LED Indicators ............................7 Real-time Clock (RTC) ..........................7 Hardware Connection Description ......................8 Mounting the BXP-A101 .......................... - Page 4 Enroll EFI Image .......................... 34 Enroll Customer Key ........................35 Upgrading the BIOS ..........................36 Regulatory Approval Statement ......................41...
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Page 5: Introduction
Compact size to fit most field applications • • -30 to 70°C operating temperature range External dual storage with a removable cover design for easy maintenance • Hardware Specifications NOTE The latest specifications for Moxa’s products can be found at https://moxa.com. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 6: Hardware Introduction
Appearance Dimensions BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 7: Led Indicators
Contact a qualified Moxa support engineer if you have any questions about the RTC battery. ATTENTION There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by a battery of the incorrect type. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 8: Hardware Connection Description
The four screws to mount the BXP computer to a wall are not included in the product package. You need to purchase them separately. Refer to the illustration for the screw dimensions. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 9: Connecting The Power
The DC power source rating is 12 VDC @ 3.4 A or 24 VDC @ 1.7 A • • The wire used should be a minimum of 18 AWG For surge protection, connect the grounding connector located below the power connector with the earth (ground) or a metal surface. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 10: Communication Connections
TRD(0)+ ETx- TRD(0)- ERx+ TRD(1)+ – TRD(2)+ – TRD(2)- ERx- TRD(1)- – TRD(3)+ – TRD(3)- NOTE For reliable Ethernet connections, we recommend enabling ports at standard temperatures and keeping them enabled in high/low temperature environments. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 11: Connecting To A Serial Device
Logic 0: +10 V to +30 V (Source to DI) Logic 1: +3 V max. (Source to DI) The wiring method is illustrated in the following diagram: DI Dry Contact DI Wet Contact DO Contact BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 12: Connecting Displays
Use HDMI-certified cables for a reliable audio or video connection. Connecting USB Devices The BXP-A101 Series computer comes with 2 USB 3.0 ports on the front panel. The USB ports can be used to connect to peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse, or flash drives for expanding the system’s storage capacity. -
Page 13: Installing The Mini Pcie Card
Installing the Mini PCIe Card The BXP-A101 Series computers come with one Mini PCIe socket. To install a Mini PCIe card, do the following: Unfasten the three screws on the top panel, and another three screws on the rear panel. -
Page 14: Replacing The Rtc Battery
To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the battery; do not dispose of in fire or water and do not short external contacts. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions on the battery. 警告 警告更換不正確之電池形式會有爆炸的風險，請依製造商說明書處理用過之電池。 BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 15: Bios Setup
• Boot From File: Select the UEFI boot up file • Administer Secure Boot: Enter the Secure Boot menu • Setup Utility: Enter the BIOS configuration menu • Select F2 to enter the BIOS configuration. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... - Page 16 Select or go to Submenu. ENTER The BIOS configuration screen will be shown when you enter the Setup Utility option. NOTE The Processor Type information may vary depending on the model that you have purchased. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual...
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Page 17: Main Page
Main Page The Main page displays basic hardware information, such as model name, BIOS version, and CPU type. Advanced Settings Select the Advanced tab in the main menu to open the advanced features screen. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 18: Boot Configuration
Boot Configuration The Numlock option allows configuration of the Numlock value Options: On (default), Off. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 19: Sata Configuration
ATA Port Hot Plug This setting allows you to enable/disable hot-plugging capabilities (the ability to remove the drive while the computer is running) that are configured by software for installed storage drives. Options: Disabled (default), Enabled BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 20: Cpu Configuration
Enable/Disable processor Turbo Mode (not supported in models with Intel® Celeron® ). Options: Disabled, Enabled (default) C states This item can Enable/Disable CPU power Management. Allows CPU to go to C states when it’s not 100% utilized. Options: Disabled (default), Enabled BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 21: Video Configuration
2D/3D graphics performance. DVMT Total Gfx Mem. This item allows you to configure the maximum amount of memory DVMT will use when allocating additional memory for the internal graphics device. Options: 256 MB (default), 128 MB, Max. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 22: Chipset Configuration
Load Default After Cleaning RTC Battery System will load default when detecting RTC battery loss. Options: Disabled, Enabled (default) DO-X Level This item allows users to set the DO to high or low. Options: High (default), Low BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 23: Console Redirection
This section allows you to configure the console redirection settings. Console Serial Redirect When the Console Redirection Function is enabled, the console information will be sent both to the display monitor and the serial port (COM1). Options: Disabled (default), Enabled BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 24: Sio Ite8786E
SIO ITE8786E This section allows users to configure SIO settings. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 25: Hardware Monitor
Enable: Enable the UART port 2 connection (default) NOTE All other UART ports can only be configured by an OS utility. Hardware Monitor This section allows you to view stats such as CPU and system temperature, voltage levels, and other chipset information. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 26: Security Settings
This item shows if the system has TMP device and its type. TPM State This item allows you view the status of current TPM settings. Clear TPM This item allows users to remove all TPM context associated with a specific owner. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 27: Set Supervisor Password
This item allows you to set the supervisor password. Select the Set Supervisor Password option and enter the password and confirm the password again. To delete the password, select the Set Supervisor Password option and enter the old password; leave the new password fields blank, and then press enter. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... - Page 28 Enable: System will ask for the password on post time Disable: System will ask for the password to go to the setup utility Config-Only: System will only ask for the password when you select the config (F2) option BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual...
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Page 29: Power Settings
By Day of Month (user specifies a regular day each month when the computer will power up) mPCIE Power This item allows you to control the default power of the mini PCIE slot. Options: Off (default), On BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 30: Boot Settings
PXE Booting is booting a system over a network. This item allows users to start PXE over IPv4 or IPv6 Options: Disabled (default), UEFI: IPv4, UEFI: IPv6, UEFI: IPv4/IPv6 USB Boot Set booting to USB boot devices capability. Options: Enabled (Default), Disabled BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 31: Timeout
This item allows users to set the number of seconds that the firmware will wait before booting from the default boot selection. This item allows users to select the boot order. Use F5 (move down) or F6 (move up) to change the boot order. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 32: Exit Settings
This item allows you to exit without saving any changes that might have been made to the BIOS. Options: Yes (default), No Load Optimal Defaults This item allows you to revert to the factory default BIOS values. Options: Yes (default), No BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 33: Load Custom Defaults
Secure Boot helps computers resist attacks and infection from malware. The feature defines an interface between the operating system and BIOS. It detects tampering with boot loaders, key operation system files, and unauthorized option ROMs by validating their digital signatures. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 34: Enabling Uefi Secure Boot
Set as “enabled” in “Restore Secure Boot to Factory Settings” under Administer Secure Boot menu. Press F10 as save and exist. Moxa has included the Microsoft key in the BIOS by default. If you cannot boot up the computer using a non-Windows OS, use the following examples. Enroll EFI Image BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 35: Enroll Customer Key
Enter Administer Secure Boot and select the option Select a UEFI file as trusted for execution. Enter the loader name followed by the UEFI standard \EFI\BOOT\BOOT{machine type short-name}. E.g., efi\boot\BootX64.efi, Debian (EFI\debian\grubx64.efi), Suse (EFI\opensuse\grubx64.efi) Enroll Customer Key BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... -
Page 36: Upgrading The Bios
It is possible to permanently damage the computer when upgrading the BIOS. We strongly recommend that you contact Moxa’s technical support staff for assistance to obtain all the necessary tools and the most current advice before attempting to upgrade the BIOS on any Moxa device. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual... - Page 37 Before upgrading the BIOS, you must create a bootable USB drive as a system boot device for use in the future. Insert a USB disk in the computer’s USB drive. Search for “format” and select Create and format hard disk partitions. Right-click on the USB disk item and select Format. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual...
- Page 38 Select the USB Disk. The screen will switch to the SHELL environment. Type fs0:, go to the directory where the upgrade file is located, and type xxxxxx.efi (the file name is based on the upgrade file from Moxa). BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual...
- Page 39 When the upgrade is finished, the computer will automatically reboot. You can check the BIOS version on the Main page to confirm the upgrade. If the system has more than one boot device, you will see more than one fsx (x represents the number). BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual...
- Page 40 Go to each fsx (x stands for the number) and type ls to view the content of the boot device. If you find an upgrade file, run it. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual...
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Page 41: Regulatory Approval Statement
This is a class A product. If used in a domestic environment, this product may cause undesirable radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures to prevent the interference from affecting nearby devices. BXP-A101 Series Hardware User Manual...
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