Cincoze DC-1300 Series User Manual

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Rugged Embedded Computer
Intel® Alder Lake-N Processor Entry Performance and Compact Rugged
Embedded Computer
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  • Page 1 DC-1300 Series User Manual Rugged Embedded Computer Intel® Alder Lake-N Processor Entry Performance and Compact Rugged Embedded Computer Version: V1.00...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ..............................5 Revision ............................5 Copyright Notice ........................... 5 Acknowledgement ........................5 Disclaimer ............................5 Declaration of Conformity ......................5 Product Warranty Statement......................6 Technical Support and Assistance ....................7 Conventions Used in this Manual ....................8 Safety Precautions ........................8 Package Contents ..........................
  • Page 3 3.6 Installing Antenna Cutout Universal Bracket ................ 47 3.7 Installing 2.5” SATA Drive ...................... 48 3.8 Installing 1.8” SATA Drive ...................... 49 3.8.1 SATA Drive with Enclosure ..................49 3.8.2 Bare SATA Drive PCB ....................50 3.9 Installing CMI Module ......................51 3.9.1 CMI-HD02/UB1108 ....................
  • Page 4 4.4.2 PCH-IO Configuration ....................89 4.5 Security Setup ........................91 4.6 Boot Setup ..........................92 4.7 Save & Exit ..........................93 Chapter 5 Product Application ......................94 5.1 Where to download drivers? ....................95 5.2 Where to find the technical documents? ................95 DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 5: Preface

    2025/02/24 Copyright Notice © 2025 by Cincoze Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. No parts of this manual may be copied, modified, or reproduced in any form or by any means for commercial use without the prior written permission of Cincoze Co., Ltd. All information and specification provided in this manual are for reference only and remain subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 6: Product Warranty Statement

    (such as a fuse, battery, etc.), are not warranted. Before sending your product in, you will need to fill in Cincoze RMA Request Form and obtain an RMA number from us. Our staff is available at any time to provide you with the most friendly and immediate service.
  • Page 7: Technical Support And Assistance

    Limitation of Liability Cincoze’ liability arising out of the manufacture, sale, or supplying of the product and its use, whether based on warranty, contract, negligence, product liability, or otherwise, shall not exceed the original selling price of the product. The remedies provided herein are the customer’s sole and exclusive remedies.
  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Manual

    Conventions Used in this Manual This indication alerts operators to an operation that, if not strictly observed, may result in severe injury. (Cette indication avertit les opérateurs d'une opération qui, si elle n'est pas strictement observée, peut entraîner des blessures graves.) This indication alerts operators to an operation that, if not strictly observed, may result in safety hazards to personnel or damage to equipment.
  • Page 9: Package Contents

    9-48 VDC, minimum 4.5-0.9A, with minimum rated maximum ambient temperature 70°C, and has to be evaluated according to IEC/EN 60950-1 and/or IEC/EN 62368-1. If need further assistance, please contact Cincoze for further information. 17. Ensure to connect the power cord of power adapter to a socket-outlet with earthing connection.
  • Page 10: Ordering Information

    Ordering Information Model No. Product Description Intel® Core™ i3-N305 Entry Performance and Compact Rugged DC-1300-i3-R10 Embedded Computer Intel® Processor N97 Entry Performance and Compact Rugged Embedded DC-1300-N97-R10 Computer DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Product Introductions

    Chapter 1 Product Introductions DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 12: Overview

    1.1 Overview The DC-1300 is the entry-level option in the DIAMOND product line specially designed for basic industrial applications. It supports an Intel® Core™ i3 or N97 (Alder Lake-N) processor and maximum expansion flexibility in a compact design, providing a robust and reliable solution for space-constrained industrial automation applications.
  • Page 13 4.5X Performance The Intel® Core™ i3-N305 processor (Alder Lake-N) option boasts 4.5 times the computing performance of the previous generation model, and features a DDR5 memory slot and multiple storage options (2.5" HDD/SSD, Half-Slim SSD, M.2 SSD, etc.) to flexibly meet various application needs.
  • Page 14: Hardware Specification

    1.2 Hardware Specification Model Name DC-1300 System • Onboard Intel® Alder Lake-N Series Processor: Processor - Intel® Core™ i3-N305 8 Cores Up to 3.80 GHz, TDP 15W - Intel® Processor N97 4 Cores Up to 3.60 GHz, TDP 12W • 1x DDR5 4800 MHz SO-DIMM Socket, Memory Supports Un-buffered and ECC Type, Up to 16 GB •...
  • Page 15 CFM (Control Function • 1x CFM Interface for optional CFM-IGN Module Expansion Module) Interface Other Function • 1x Clear CMOS Switch Clear CMOS Switch • 1x Reset Button Reset Button • Support 0.2sec Instant Reboot Technology Instant Reboot • Software Programmable Supports 256 Levels System Reset Watchdog Timer •...
  • Page 16 • UL, cUL, CB, IEC, EN 62368-1 Safety * Product Specifications and features are for reference only and are subject to change without prior notice. For more information, please refer to the latest product datasheet from Cincoze's website. DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 17: External Layout

    1.3 External Layout 1.3.1 Front USB3.2 Gen2 x1 Mic-In DisplayPort IGN LED Power LED USB3.2 Line-Out LAN2 LAN1 Gen1 x1 ATX Power On/Off Reset Button SIM Card Slot Clear CMOS Switch Storage LED AT/ATX Switch IGN Setting Switch Universal I/O Bracket 1.3.2 Rear Remote Power On/Off DC Input...
  • Page 18: Dimensions

    1.4 Dimensions DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Switches & Connectors

    Chapter 2 Switches & Connectors DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 20: Location Of Switches And Connectors

    2.1 Location of Switches and Connectors 2.1.1 Top View COM2_1 COM1_1 DC_IN1 RMT_BTN1 USB2_1 GDC1 P_JPACP1 ESPI_DBG1 LINE_OUT1 MIC_IN1 USB3_1 LAN2 USB3_2 LAN1 IGN_LED1 PWR_SW1 HDD_LEED1 PWR_LED1 2.1.2 Bottom View BTB_FH2 BTB_FH1 SATA1 IGN_PH1 SIM1 RESET1 CLR_CMOS1 AT_ATX1 DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 21: Switches And Connectors Definition

    2.2 Switches and Connectors Definition Location Definition AT_ATX1 AT / ATX Power Mode Switch BTB_FH1 CMI Module (DIO, COM Port5/6, or Display) Board-to-Board Connector BTB_FH2 CMI Module (DIO, COM Port3/4) Board-to-Board Connector CLR_CMOS1 Clear CMOS SRAM Setting Switch M.2 Key B Type 3052 Connector (Support PCIE/USB3.0/ SATA Interface) M.2 Key B Type 2242 Connector (Support PCIE Interface) COM_1_1, COM1 DB9 Connectors (Support RS232/RS422/RS485)
  • Page 22: Switches Definition

    2.3 Switches Definition AT_ATX1: AT / ATX Power Mode Switch Switch Definition Left AT Power Mode Right ATX Power Mode (Default) CLR_CMOS1: Clear CMOS SRAM Setting Switch Switch Definition Left Clear CMOS Right Normal (Default) After performing Clear CMOS, the system will take several minutes to start. This is normal. During this process, the system will POST three times, and the system's Power LED will alternate between green and blue lights.
  • Page 23 PWR_SW1 : System Power Button Switch Definition Push Push to Power up the System RESET1: System Reset Button Switch Definition Push Push to Reset the System SW1: Super CAP Control Switch Location Function DIP1 DIP2 Super CAP Enabled ON (Default) ON (Default) Super CAP Disabled SW2: COM1/COM2 Power Select Switch...
  • Page 24: Definition Of Connectors

    2.4 Definition of Connectors CN1 : M.2 Key B Type 3052 Connector (Support PCIE/USB3.0/SATA Interface) Pin No. PIN Name Pin No. Pin name CFG3 +3.3V +3.3V PULL-UP USB2- PULL-UP USB2+ M.2_BT_PCMCLK CFG0 M.2_BT_PCMIN M.2_BT_PCMOUT M.2_BT_PCMFRM PCIE4_RXN/USB3 RXN USIM_RESET PCIE4_RXP/USB3 RXP USIM_CLK USIM_DATA PCIE4_TXN/USB3 TXN...
  • Page 25 CFG1 +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V CFG2 CN2 : M.2 Key B Type 2242 Connector (Support PCIE Interface) Pin No. PIN Name Pin No. Pin name CFG3 +3.3V +3.3V PULL-UP USB2- PULL-UP USB2+ M.2_BT_PCMCLK CFG0 M.2_BT_PCMIN M.2_BT_PCMOUT M.2_BT_PCMFRM PCIE3_RXP /SATA_RXP PCIE3_RXN /SATA_RXN PCIE3_TXN/SATA_TXN PCIE3_TXP/SATA_TXP RESET#...
  • Page 26 RESET2# SUSCLK +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V COM_1_1, COM_2_1: COM1, COM2 DB9 Connectors (Support RS232/RS422/RS485) Connector Type: 9-pin D-Sub RS232 RS422 / 485 Full RS485 Half Definition Duplex Definition Duplex Definition DATA - DATA + DC_IN1: 3 Pins DC 9-48V Power Input with Power Ignition Connector Connector Type: Terminal Block 1x3 3-pin, 5.0mm pitch Definition +9-48VIN...
  • Page 27 RMT_BTN1: Remote Power on/off Switch Connector and Remote Power LED Connector Remote Power LED connector can connect an external LED indicator up to 10mA. Connector Type: Terminal Block 1X4 4-pin, 3.5mm pitch Definition Remote Power Button Remote Power LED For Remote Power on/off Switch Connector (pin 1 & pin 2) : Do not apply any power to this connector! This port is used to connect a SWITCH! (Pour la télécommande de mise sous/hors tension (broche 1 et broche 2) : Ne fournissez aucune alimentation à...
  • Page 28: Optional Module: Definition Of Switches And Connectors

    2.5 Optional Module: Definition of Switches and Connectors 2.5.1 CMI-COM03 2.5.1.1 Installed at BTB_FH1 Connector When a CMI-COM03 module is installed at the BTB_FH1 connector, the COM ports on the CMI module will be assigned as COM 3 and COM 4 by the system, as shown below. Installed at BTB_FH1 Connector COM3 COM4...
  • Page 29 2.5.1.2 Installed at BTB_FH2 Connector When a CMI-COM03 module is installed at the BTB_FH2 connector, the COM ports on the CMI module will be assigned as COM 3 and COM 4 by the system, as shown below. Installed at BTB_FH2 Connector COM3 COM4 COM3~4: COM3~4 Connectors on the system (Support RS232/RS422/RS485)
  • Page 30 2.5.1.3 Installed at BTB_FH1 & BTB_FH2 Connectors When two CMI-COM03 modules are installed at the BTB_FH1 and BTB_FH2 connectors, the COM ports on the CMI modules will be assigned as COM 3, COM4, COM5, and COM6 by the system, as shown below.
  • Page 31 SW1 on the Module (installed at BTB_FH1): COM5~6 with Power Select Switch Function Setting via DIP Switch Location Function DIP1 DIP2 ON (Default) ON (Default) COM5 Location Function DIP3 DIP4 ON (Default) ON (Default) COM6 DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 32: Cmi-Dio03

    2.5.2 CMI-DIO03 2.5.2.1 Installed at BTB_FH1 Connector Installed at BTB_FH1 Connector DIO1: Digital Input / Output Connector Connector Type: Terminal Block 1X10 10-pin, 3.5mm pitch Pin Definition Pin Definition XCOM+ (DC INPUT) Pin1 Pin10 XCOM- (GND) 2.5.2.2 Installed at BTB_FH2 Connector Installed at BTB_FH2 Connector DIO1: Digital Input / Output Connector Connector Type: Terminal Block 1X10 10-pin, 3.5mm pitch...
  • Page 33 2.5.2.3 Installed at BTB_FH1 & BTB_FH2 Connectors Installed at BTB_FH2 Connector Installed at BTB_FH1 Connector Pin11 Pin20 Pin10 Pin1 DIO1: Digital Input / Output Connector Connector Type: Terminal Block 1X10 10-pin, 3.5mm pitch Definition Definition Definition Definition XCOM+ XCOM+ (DC INPUT) (DC INPUT) XCOM- XCOM-...
  • Page 34: Cfm-Ign02

    2.5.3 CFM-IGN02 SW2 on the Module: IGN Module Function and Boot Delay Time Setting Switch Set shutdown delay timer when ACC is turned off Pin 1 Definition Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Definition 0 second 1 minute enabled 5 minutes 10 minutes 30 minutes 1 hour...
  • Page 35: Chapter 3 System Setup

    Chapter 3 System Setup DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 36: Removing Top Cover

    3.1 Removing Top Cover In order to prevent electric shock or system damage, must turn off power and disconnect the unit from power source before removing the chassis cover. (Afin d'éviter tout risque d'électrocution ou d'endommagement du système, vous devez couper l'alimentation et débrancher l'appareil de la source d'alimentation avant de retirer le couvercle du châssis.) Step 1.
  • Page 37 Step 3. Hold front and rear panel together and then remove the system body from the top cover. Step 5. Place the system body aside gently. DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 38: Installing So-Dimm

    3.2 Installing SO-DIMM Step 1. Locate the SO-DIMM sockets on the top side of system. Step 2. Align the notch on the SO-DIMM module with the corresponding notch in the socket. Insert the module into the socket at a 45-degree angle, ensuring that the edge connector is fully seated. 45°...
  • Page 39: Installing M.2 Key B Module

    3.3 Installing M.2 Key B Module 3.3.1 M.2 Key B type 3052 Step 1. Loosen the screws to remove the HDD bracket. Step 2. Locate the M.2 Key B type 3052 connector (CN1) on the bottom side of the system motherboard.
  • Page 40: Key B Type 3042

    Step 3. Press down the module and fasten the screw to secure the module. (M3X5L, included in the system screw pack). 3.3.2 M.2 Key B type 3042 In this section, we will use the M.2 Key B 2242 module as an example for installing the M.2 Key B 3042 module.
  • Page 41 Step 3. Align the M.2 Key B Type 3052 to 3042 Adapter Bracket (included in the system screw pack) with the corresponding screw hole. Secure the bracket in place and fasten the screw (M3x4L, included in the system screw pack). Step 3.
  • Page 42: Key B Type 2242

    3.3.3 M.2 Key B type 2242 Step 1. Locate the M.2 Key B type 2242 connector (CN2) on the bottom side of the system motherboard. (In this section, we will use CN13 connector as an example for installing the M.2 Key B 2242 module.) Step 2.
  • Page 43: Installing M.2 Key E Module

    3.4 Installing M.2 Key E Module In this section, you'll learn how to install an M.2 Key E type 2230 device onto the DC-1300 system. To complete the installation, you'll need to purchase our M.2 Key B Type 2242 to M.2 Key E Type 2230 Adapter Card (Model: AC-BE01-R10).
  • Page 44 Step 3. Press the module down and secure it with the copper standoff screw (M3x6.5L, included in the optional module pack). Step 4. Insert the M.2 Key E module at a 30-degree angle and insert it to the slot until the gold-pated connector of module contacted firmly with the slot.
  • Page 45: Installing Antenna

    3.5 Installing Antenna The DC-1300 Series features two antenna ports on its rear panel, allowing users to install two antennas. (For those needing additional ports, the optional UB1131 expansion antenna bracket adds two more ports, with installation instructions provided in the next section.) Step 1.
  • Page 46 Step 4. Assemble the antenna and antenna jack together. Step 5. Remember to attach the RF connector of the cable’s another end onto the wireless card after wireless card’s installation. DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 47: Installing Antenna Cutout Universal Bracket

    3.6 Installing Antenna Cutout Universal Bracket This is an optional Universal Bracket (Model No. UB1131) with 2x Antenna Cutouts designed for expanding the capabilities of 5G/4G cards. Installing this UB allows users to mount antennas on these two Antenna Cutouts. For instructions on how to install the antennas through the antenna holes, please refer to the previous chapter 3.5.
  • Page 48: Installing 2.5" Sata Drive

    3.7 Installing 2.5” SATA Drive Step 1. Loosen the screws to remove the HDD bracket. Step 2. Make the PCB side of the HDD face up, place the HDD bracket on it. Ensure the direction of bracket is correct and use 4 provided screws (M3x4L, included in the system screw pack) to assemble HDD and HDD bracket together.
  • Page 49: Installing 1.8" Sata Drive

    3.8 Installing 1.8” SATA Drive 3.8.1 SATA Drive with Enclosure Step 1. Loosen the screws to remove the HDD bracket. Step 2. Make the PCB side of the HDD face up, place the HDD bracket on it. Ensure the direction of bracket is correct and use provided screws (M3x4L, included in the system screw pack) to assemble HDD and HDD bracket together.
  • Page 50: Bare Sata Drive Pcb

    3.8.2 Bare SATA Drive PCB Step 1. Loosen the screws to remove the HDD bracket. Step 2. Locate the four screw holes. Then fasten the 4 copper standoff screws (M3X3L, included in the system screw pack). Step 3. Connect the Half Slim SSD to the SATA connector of the unit and then fasten the 4 screws to secure it.
  • Page 51: Installing Cmi Module

    3.9 Installing CMI Module 3.9.1 CMI-HD02/UB1108 Step 1. Remove the 2 screws to remove the right-side bracket from the system rear panel. Step 2. Attach the CMI-HD module’s bracket on the backside of system’s rear panel, and secure it using the two screws. Step 3.
  • Page 52: Cmi-Dp03/Ub1106

    Step 5. Ensure the screw holes are properly aligned, then fasten the M3x5L screw (included in the optional module pack) to secure the module. Step 6. The installation process is now complete. 3.9.2 CMI-DP03/UB1106 Step 1. Remove the 2 screws to remove the right-side bracket from the system rear panel. Step 2.
  • Page 53 Step 3. Loosen the screws to remove the HDD bracket. And locate the connector of CMI-module (BTB_FH1) on the bottom side of the system. Step 4. Insert the module vertically into the female connector (BTB_FH1) on the system's mainboard. Ensure all pins are properly aligned and firmly connected. Step 5.
  • Page 54: Cmi-Dvi01/Ub1107

    3.9.3 CMI-DVI01/UB1107 Step 1. Remove the 2 screws to remove the right-side bracket from the system rear panel. Step 2. Attach the CMI-DVI module’s bracket on the backside of system’s rear panel, and secure it using the two screws. Step 3. Loosen the screws to remove the HDD bracket. And locate the connector of CMI-module (BTB_FH1) on the bottom side of the system.
  • Page 55 Step 5. Insert the module vertically into the female connector (BTB_FH1) on the system's mainboard. Ensure all pins are properly aligned and firmly connected. Step 6. Ensure the screw holes are properly aligned, then fasten the M3x5L screw (included in the optional module pack) to secure the module.
  • Page 56: Cmi-Vga01/Ub1116

    3.9.4 CMI-VGA01/UB1116 Step 1. Remove the 2 screws to remove the right-side bracket from the system rear panel. Step 2. Attach the CMI-VGA module’s bracket on the backside of system’s rear panel, and secure it using the two screws. Step 3. Loosen the screws to remove the HDD bracket. And locate the connector of CMI-module (BTB_FH1) on the bottom side of the system.
  • Page 57 Step 5. Insert the module vertically into the female connector (BTB_FH1) on the system's mainboard. Ensure all pins are properly aligned and firmly connected. Step 6. Ensure the screw holes are properly aligned, then fasten the M3x5L screw (included in the optional module pack) to secure the module.
  • Page 58: Cmi-Com03/Ub1103

    3.9.5 CMI-COM03/UB1103 For pin-out definitions related to this module, please refer to Chapter 2.5.1. Step 1. Remove the screws to detach either the left-side or right-side bracket from the system's rear panel. For this guide, we will use the right-side bracket as an installation example. Step 2.
  • Page 59 Step 4. Penetrate the COM ports through the I/O holes on the bracket. Step 5. Align the pins starting from the right side of the connector (BTB_FH1) on the system's mainboard. Insert the module vertically into the female connector, ensuring all active pins are properly aligned and securely connected.
  • Page 60: Cmi-Dio03/Ub1115

    3.9.6 CMI-DIO03/UB1115 For pin-out definitions related to this module, please refer to Chapter 2.5.2. Step 1. Remove the screws to detach either the left-side or right-side bracket from the system's rear panel. For this guide, we will use the right-side bracket as an installation example. Step 2.
  • Page 61 Step 4. Align the pins starting from the right side of the connector (BTB_FH1) on the system's mainboard. Insert the module vertically into the female connector, ensuring all active pins are properly aligned and securely connected. Step 5. Ensure the screw holes are properly aligned, then fasten the M3x5L screw (included in the optional module pack) to secure the module.
  • Page 62: Installing Cfm Module

    3.10 Installing CFM Module 3.10.1 CFM-IGN02 For pin-out definitions related to this module, please refer to Chapter 2.5.3. Step 1. Loosen the 2 screws on the Maintenance Area Panel and remove it. Step 2. Please refer to chapter Locate the power Ignition connector (IGN_PH1) on the bottom side of the system motherboard as indicated.
  • Page 63 Step 4. Fasten two screws (M3x5L) to secure the power ignition board. Step 6. The installation process is complete. Users can now proceed to configure the IGN function according to their specific needs. (For pin-out definitions related to this module, please refer to Chapter 2.5.3.) Step 7.
  • Page 64: Installing Sim Card

    3.11 Installing SIM Card Please refer to Chapter 3.3.1 for instructions on installing a 5G/4G module before inserting the SIM card for its application. Step 1. Loosen the 2 screws on the Maintenance Area Panel and remove it. Step 2. Locate the SIM card slot. Step 3.
  • Page 65 Step 5. Install SIM card(s) into the SIM card adapter. In this installation example, we install a SIM card into the SIM2 Slot. Step 6. Insert the SIM card adapter as shown below. Our SIM card slot and adapter have foolproof mechanism to guide you to install the SIM card correctly;...
  • Page 66: Installing Top Cover

    3.12 Installing Top Cover Step 1. Hold the system body and reattach it to the top cover. Step 2. Place the bottom cover back onto the chassis. Step 3. Fasten the 4 screws back onto the bottom cover. DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 67: Installing Wall Mount Kit

    3.13 Installing Wall Mount Kit This system offers wall mount Kit (2 brackets and 4 screws) for customers to install system on the wall in a convenient and economical way. Step 1. The mounting holes are at the bottom side of system. Use provided 4 screws (M3x5L) to fasten the bracket on each side.
  • Page 68: Installing Side Mount Kit

    3.14 Installing Side Mount Kit DC-1300 series offers Side Mount Kit (Model No.: SIDE03, 1 bracket and 4 screws) that customer can install system to the right or left side of wall to create effective of space. Step 1. Locate the eight mounting holes at the bottom of the system. Four are designated for attaching the Side Mount Bracket to the left side of the system's base, and the other four for the right side.
  • Page 69 Step 2. Then it is feasible to secure the system to the wall by fastening the screws through the bracket mounting holes as indicated afterward. DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 70: Installing Vesa Mount Accessories

    3.15 Installing VESA Mount Accessories The picture below shows the VESA mounting holes on the DC-1300 series, which comply with the VESA mounting standard. The blue holes correspond to the 75x75mm VESA mounting standard, and the red holes correspond to the 100x100mm VESA mounting standard. Users can use this system with VESA accessories of the corresponding sizes.
  • Page 71: Installing Din-Rail Mount Kit

    3.16 Installing DIN-Rail Mount Kit DC-1300 series offers DIN-Rail Mount Kit (Model No.: DIN01, 2 clips and 4 screws) that users can install the system on a DIN Rail. Step 1. Please refer to section 3.14 Wall Mount Brackets to install mounting bracket at both sides of system.
  • Page 72: Installing Expansion Box

    3.17 Installing Expansion Box The DC-1300 series offers an expansion box (Model No.: SEB-DC01, an expansion box and four Male-Female Hex Standoff M3x30), allowing users to install optional MEC modules on the DC-1300 motherboard. Step 1. Turn over the system unit to have the bottom side face up, loosen the 4 screws on the bottom cover then remove the bottom cover, and place them aside for later use.
  • Page 73 Step 4. Locate the four mounting holes on the unit. Step 5. Align the four hex standoffs with the holes on the expansion box, insert them through, and fasten them into the mounting holes on the system unit using a flathead screwdriver. Step 6.
  • Page 74 Step 7. Fasten the 4 screws back onto the bottom cover. Step 8. Then the installation process is complete. DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 75: Chapter 4 Bios Setup

    Chapter 4 BIOS Setup DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 76: Bios Introduction

    4.1 BIOS Introduction The BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System) is a program located on a Flash Memory on the motherboard. When you start the computer, the BIOS program will gain control. The BIOS first operates an auto-diagnostic test called POST (power on self-test) for all the necessary hardware, it detects the entire hardware device and configures the parameters of the hardware synchronization.
  • Page 77: Main Setup

    4.2 Main Setup Press <Del> to enter BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (as shown below) will appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. ◼ System Date Set the date.
  • Page 78: Advanced Setup

    4.3 Advanced Setup This section allows you to configure and improve your system and allows you to set up some system features according to your preference. 4.3.1 CPU Configuration ◼ Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions.
  • Page 79: Sata Configuration

    ◼ Active Efficient-cores Allows you to choose the number of active efficient cores. Configuration options: [All] [3] [2] [1] [0]. 4.3.2 SATA Configuration ◼ SATA Controller(s) [Enabled] Enables or disables SATA device. ◼ CN1 Port [Enabled] Enables or disables the SATA function of CN1. ◼...
  • Page 80: Pch-Fw Configuration

    4.3.3 PCH-FW Configuration ◼ Firmware Update Configuration Configure Management Engine Parameters ◼ Me FW Image Re-Flash [Disabled] Enables or disables ME firmware Image Re-Flash function. DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 81: Trusted Computing Settings

    4.3.4 Trusted Computing Settings ◼ Security Device Support [Enabled] Enables or disables Security Device Support function. ◼ SHA256 PCR Bank [Enabled] Enables or disables SHA256 PCR Bank function. ◼ SHA384 PCR Bank [Disabled] Enables or disables SHA384 PCR Bank function. ◼...
  • Page 82: Acpi Settings

    4.3.5 ACPI Settings ◼ Enable Hibernation [Enabled] Enables or disables system ability to hibernate state (OS/S4 state). This option may not be effective with some OS. ◼ ACPI Sleep State [S3 (Suspend to RAM)] Allows users to select the highest Advanced Configuration Power Interface® (ACPI) sleep state that system will enter when suspend button is pressed.
  • Page 83: F81966 Super Io Configuration

    4.3.6 F81966 Super IO Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Ports. User can Enable/Disable the serial port and select an optimal setting for the Super IO Device. ◼ Serial Port Configuration ◼ Serial Port [Enabled] Enables or disables serial port. ◼ Change Settings [Auto] Allows you to change the IO Address &...
  • Page 84: Hardware Monitor

    ◼ Watch Dog [Disabled] Enables or disables watch dog function. ◼ Watch Dog Mode [Sec] Allows to set watchdog timer unit <Sec> or <Min>. ◼ Watch Dog Timer [0] Allows you to set watchdog timer’s value in the range of 0 to 255. 4.3.7 Hardware Monitor This screen displays the current status of all monitored hardware devices/components such as voltages, temperatures.
  • Page 85: Serial Port Console Redirection

    ◼ Wake system from S5 [Disabled] Enables or disables wake system from S5 (soft-off state). [Disabled]: Disables wake system from S5. [Fixed Time]: Sets a fixed time (HH:MM:SS) to wake system from S5. [Dynamic Time]: Sets an increase minute(s) from current time to wake system from S5. 4.3.9 Serial Port Console Redirection ◼...
  • Page 86: Network Stack Configuration

    ◼ XHCI Hand-off [Enabled] Enables or disables XHCI (USB3.0) hand-off function. Use this feature as a workaround for operating systems without XHCI hand-off support. ◼ USB Mass Storage Driver Support [Enabled] Enables or disables USB mass storage driver support. 4.3.11 Network Stack Configuration ◼...
  • Page 87: Nvme Configuration

    ◼ CSM Support [Disabled] Enables or disables compatibility support module. 4.3.13 NVMe Configuration The screen allows users to select options for the NVMe configuration, and change the value of the selected option. If there is NVMe Device detected, the options will show as the NVMe Device is found.
  • Page 88: System Agent (Sa) Configuration

    4.4.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration ◼ Memory Configuration This item displays detailed memory configuration in the system. ◼ VT-d [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) capability. DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 89: Pch-Io Configuration

    4.4.2 PCH-IO Configuration ◼ PCI Express Configuration ◼ PCI Express Root Port (CN2) ◼ PCI Express Root Port [Enabled] Enables or disables PCI Express Root Port. ◼ PCIe Speed [Auto] Allows you to select PCI Express interface speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3]. ◼...
  • Page 90 ◼ PCIe Speed [Auto] Allows you to select PCI Express interface speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3]. ◼ HD Audio Configuration ◼ HD Audio [Enabled] Enables or disables HD Audio. ◼ LAN 1 i225 [Enabled] Enables or disables LAN 1 i225 LAN Controller. ◼...
  • Page 91: Security Setup

    4.5 Security Setup This section allows users to configure BIOS security settings. ◼ Administrator Password Administrator Password controls access to the BIOS Setup utility. ◼ User Password User Password controls access to the system at boot and to the BIOS Setup utility. ◼...
  • Page 92: Boot Setup

    4.6 Boot Setup This section allows you to configure Boot settings. ◼ Setup Prompt Timeout [1] Use this item to set number of seconds (1..65535) to wait for setup activation key. ◼ Bootup NumLock State [Off] Allows you to set NumLock key to [On] or [Off] state when system boots up. ◼...
  • Page 93: Save & Exit

    4.7 Save & Exit ◼ Save Changes and Exit This item allows you to exit the system after saving changes. ◼ Discard Changes and Exit This item allows you to exit system setup without saving any changes. ◼ Save Changes and Reset This item allows you to reset the system after saving changes.
  • Page 94: Chapter 5 Product Application

    Chapter 5 Product Application DC-1300 | User Manual...
  • Page 95: Where To Download Drivers

    Drivers for the DC-1300 Series can be downloaded from the CINCOZE website. 5.2 Where to find the technical documents? The following documents are the most relevant technical references for the DC-1300 Series. All documents can be accessed via the CINCOZE Partner Zone: •...
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