IEI Technology AFL2-12A-D525 Series User Manual

IEI Technology AFL2-12A-D525 Series User Manual

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AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC
IEI Technology Corp.
MODEL:
AFL2-12A-D525
Fanless Flat Bezel Panel PC with 1.8 GHz Intel® Atom™ Processor
TFT LCD, Wi-Fi, Touch Screen, RFID Reader, Dual GbE LAN
Rev. 1.01 - 9 December, 2011
RS-232/422/485, Camera, RoHS
User Manual
User Manual
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  • Page 1 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC IEI Technology Corp. MODEL: AFL2-12A-D525 Fanless Flat Bezel Panel PC with 1.8 GHz Intel® Atom™ Processor TFT LCD, Wi-Fi, Touch Screen, RFID Reader, Dual GbE LAN RS-232/422/485, Camera, RoHS User Manual User Manual Page I Rev. 1.01 - 9 December, 2011...
  • Page 2 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Revision Date Version Changes 9 December, 2011 1.01 Added Warning page IV Revised Section 1.4 System Specifications Revised Section 3.1.1 Packing List Added Section 4.9.2 Stand Mounting Updated Section 4.10.2.1 DB-9 Serial Port Connection Updated Section 4.10.2.2 RJ-45 Serial Port Connection Updated Section 4.10.3 RS-422/485 Serial Port...
  • Page 3 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Copyright COPYRIGHT NOTICE The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
  • Page 4 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION......................15 1.1 AFL2-12A-D525 F PC O ..........16 EZEL ANEL VERVIEW 1.1.1 Model Variations ....................16 1.1.2 Features ......................17 1.1.3 Applications ..................... 17 1.2 E ....................18 XTERNAL VERVIEW 1.2.1 Front Panel ...................... 18 1.2.1.1 LED Indicators..................
  • Page 6 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 2.7 S ....................... 33 YSTEM OWER 2.7.1 Power Mode ..................... 33 2.7.1.1 ATX Power Mode (Default)..............33 2.7.1.2 AT Power Mode ..................33 2.7.2 Power Adapter ....................34 3 UNPACKING ....................... 35 3.1 U ......................36 NPACKING 3.1.1 Packing List .....................
  • Page 7 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 5.2 A ..................65 STATIC RECAUTIONS 5.3 T ....................66 URN OFF THE OWER 5.4 O ....................66 PENING THE YSTEM 5.4.1 Removing the Back Cover................66 5.4.2 Removing the Internal Aluminum Cover............67 5.5 R ..................
  • Page 8 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 7 SOFTWARE DRIVERS .................... 104 7.1 A ................105 VAILABLE OFTWARE RIVERS 7.2 S ................105 TARTING THE RIVER ROGRAM 7.3 C ................105 HIPSET RIVER NSTALLATION 7.4 G ................109 RAPHICS RIVER NSTALLATION 7.5 A ................113...
  • Page 9 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.4 S ................154 ETUP ROCEDURE FOR INUX C.5 R ................158 ECOVERY UNCTIONS C.5.1 Factory Restore ..................... 159 C.5.2 Backup System....................160 C.5.3 Restore Your Last Backup................161 C.5.4 Manual ......................162 C.6 R LAN ........163...
  • Page 10 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC List of Figures Figure 1-1: AFL2-12A-D525 Flat Bezel Panel PC ...............16 Figure 1-2: AFL2-12A-D525 Front View ..................18 Figure 1-3: LED Indicators......................19 Figure 1-4: Function Keys ......................20 Figure 1-5: AFL2-12A-D525 Rear View ..................21 Figure 1-6: AFL2-12A-D525 I/O Interface Panel .................23 Figure 1-7: Top Panel View......................23...
  • Page 11 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 4-17: Install into a Rack/Cabinet ..................56 Figure 4-18: LAN Connection ......................57 Figure 4-19: DB-9 Connector.......................58 Figure 4-20: DB-9 Serial Port Connector..................59 Figure 4-21: Ethernet Connector....................60 Figure 4-22: RJ-45 Serial Port Connector ..................60 Figure 4-23: RS-422/485 Serial Port ....................61 Figure 4-24: RS-422/485 Cable ....................61...
  • Page 12 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-19: Touch Screen Driver Choose Install Location ..........117 Figure 7-20: Touch Screen Driver Installation Screen............118 Figure 7-21: Touch Screen Driver Update Complete ............. 118 Figure 7-22: PenMount Monitor Icon ..................119 Figure 7-23: PenMount Monitor Popup Menu................. 119 Figure 7-24: Configuration Screen...................
  • Page 13 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-25: Building the Auto Recovery Partition..............152 Figure C-26: Factory Default Image Confirmation ..............152 Figure C-27: Image Creation Complete ................... 153 Figure C-28: Press any key to continue .................. 153 Figure C-29: Partitions for Linux....................155 Figure C-30: Manual Recovery Environment for Linux ............
  • Page 14 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC List of Tables Table 1-1: AFL2-12A-D525 Model Variations ................17 Table 1-2: LED Indicators ......................20 Table 1-3: Function Key Descriptions ..................21 Table 1-4: System Specifications....................26 Table 4-1: DB-9 Connector Pinouts ....................58 Table 4-2: Ethernet Connector Pinouts ..................60 Table 4-3: RS-422/485 Serial Port Pinouts .................61...
  • Page 15: Introduction

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Chapter Introduction Page 15...
  • Page 16: Afl2-12A-D525 Flat Bezel Panel Pc Overview

    1.1 AFL2-12A-D525 Flat Bezel Panel PC Overview Figure 1-1: AFL2-12A-D525 Flat Bezel Panel PC The AFL2-12A-D525 is an Intel® Atom™ powered flat bezel panel PC with a rich variety of functions and peripherals. The AFL2-12A-D525 is designed for easy and simplified integration into kiosk and point-of-sales (POS) applications.
  • Page 17: Features

    5-Wire Resistive or Projected Capacitive type touch screen  RoHS compliance  Auto-dimming control  1.3 megapixel webcam 1.1.3 Applications AFL2-12A-D525 Series panel PCs are elegant, sophisticated systems that can be easily implemented in commercial, industrial and corporate environments. Page 17...
  • Page 18: External Overview

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 1.2 External Overview 1.2.1 Front Panel The front side of the AFL2-12A-D525 is a flat bezel panel TFT LCD screen surrounded by an ABS/PC plastic frame. Figure 1-2: AFL2-12A-D525 Front View Page 18...
  • Page 19: Led Indicators

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 1.2.1.1 LED Indicators There are fifteen LED indicator lights located along the front of the LCD screen (Figure 1-3). Figure 1-3: LED Indicators The descriptions of each LED indicator are listed below. LED Indicator Description Power Shows power on/off status.
  • Page 20: Figure 1-4: Function Keys

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC LED Indicator Description Lights on when the audio is turned off. Controlled by the Audio Mute hot keys. See Table 1-3 Shows the status of the function key below the LED Function indicator. Blinks when the corresponding button is pushed.
  • Page 21: Rear Panel

    FN + Brightness buttons for six seconds. Table 1-3: Function Key Descriptions 1.2.2 Rear Panel The rear panel provides access to retention screw holes that support the wall mounting. Refer to Figure 1-5. Figure 1-5: AFL2-12A-D525 Rear View Page 21...
  • Page 22: I/O Interface Panel

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 1.2.3 I/O Interface Panel The I/O interface panel located on the bottom of the AFL2-12A-D525 has the following features:  1 x Audio jack  1 x 9V ~ 36V DC-IN power jack  1 x VGA port ...
  • Page 23: Top Panel And Side Panels

    The external I/O interface connector panel is shown in Figure 1-6. Figure 1-6: AFL2-12A-D525 I/O Interface Panel 1.2.4 Top Panel and Side Panels The top panel and side panels of AFL2-12A-D525 provide access to slots that support the panel mount and rack mount (Figure 1-7). Figure 1-7: Top Panel View...
  • Page 24: Internal Overview

    The AFL2-12A-D525 has the following components installed internally:  1 x Motherboard  1 x 1.0 GB 800 MHz DDR3 SO-DIMM 1.4 System Specifications The technical specifications for the AFL2-12A-D525 systems are listed in Table 1-4. Specification AFL2-12A-D525 LCD Size 12.1”...
  • Page 25 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Contrast Ratio 700:1 LCD Color 16.2M Pixel Pitch (H x V) (mm) 0.240 (H) x 0.240 (V) Viewing Angle (H-V) 176 / 176 Backlight MTBF (hr) 50,000 Touch Screen 5-Wire resistive type touchscreen (select models only)
  • Page 26: Table 1-4: System Specifications

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Power Adapter Input: 100V AC ~ 240V AC @ 50 / 60 Hz Output: 19V DC Power Requirement 9V ~ 36V DC Power Consumption LED Functions Power / RFID / MIC / Auto-dimming / Wi-Fi / RFID device / AT/ATX...
  • Page 27: Detailed Specifications

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Chapter Detailed Specifications Page 27...
  • Page 28: Dimensions

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 2.1 Dimensions The AFL2-12A-D525 dimensions are shown below.  Width: 310.0 mm  Height: 265.0 mm  Depth: 52.6 mm Figure 2-1: AFL2-12A-D525 Dimensions (mm) Page 28...
  • Page 29: Intel® Atom™ Processor

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 2-2: AFL2-12A-D525 Dimensions (mm) cont. 2.2 Intel® Atom™ Processor An Intel® Atom™ D525 processor is installed in the system. The D525 CPU is a 1.8 GHz dual core processor with Direct Media Interface (DMI) speed of 2.5 GT/s. The CPU also features a 1.0 MB L2 cache.
  • Page 30: Memory Support

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 2.3.1 Memory Support 2.3.1.1 Installed Memory One 204-pin 1.0 GB 800 MHz DDR3 SO-DIMM is installed in the AFL2-12A-D525 and controlled by the Intel® Atom™ D525 CPU installed on the internal motherboard. 2.3.2 Storage Capacity The AFL2-12A-D525 comes equipped with a CompactFlash® Type II (CF Type II) memory disk slot.
  • Page 31: Lan Connectivity

    Revision 1.1 and can be interfaced to both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 compliant devices. Figure 2-5: External USB Ports 2.5 Touchscreen LCD 2.5.1 Monitor A 12.1” LCD screen is installed on the front of the AFL2-12A-D525. The screen is shown in Figure 2-6 below. Page 31...
  • Page 32: Touch-Screen Module

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 2-6: LCD Screen 2.5.2 Touch-Screen Module A controller for the touch screen is installed on the motherboard. The sensitive touch screen is accurate, reliable and durable. 2.6 Audio 2.6.1 Audio Codec Controller The integrated HD Audio compliant audio controller on the Intel® ICH8-M Southbridge is integrated to a Realtek ALC888 audio codec.
  • Page 33: Stereo Speakers

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 2.6.2 Stereo Speakers Two internal 1.5 W stereo speakers on the sides of the AFL2-12A-D525 are interfaced to the system. 2.7 System Power 2.7.1 Power Mode The system can be run in the AT power mode or the ATX power mode. Both these power modes are described below.
  • Page 34: Power Adapter

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 2.7.2 Power Adapter The system is shipped with a 100 V to 240 V AC power adapter that has a maximum power output of 65 W. The power adapter has a 19 V DC output connector.
  • Page 35: Unpacking

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Chapter Unpacking Page 35...
  • Page 36: Unpacking

    Pull the plastic cover off the flat bezel panel PC. Step 7: Make sure all the components listed in the packing list are present. Step 0: 3.1.1 Packing List The AFL2-12A-D525 flat bezel panel PC is shipped with the following components: Quantity Item Image Standard AFL2-12A-D525 panel PC...
  • Page 37 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Power adapter (P/N: 63040-010065-010-RS) Power cord (P/N: 32702-000401-100-RS) Power Transfer Cord (P/N:32000-089400-RS) M3 Screws Pack (P/N: 44013-030041-RS) M4 Screws Pack (P/N: 44403-040061-RS) Touch Pen (P/N: 43125-0002C0-00-RS) RJ-45 to DB-9 COM Port Cable (P/N: 32005-000200-200-RS) RS-422 cable...
  • Page 38 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Optional Wall mounting kit (P/N: AFLWK-19/AFLWK-19B) (P/N: ARM-11-RS) Stand (P/N: STAND-A12) V-Stand (P/N: VSTAND-A12) Hybrid Card Reader (P/N: AFL2P-12AMSI-U-R10) Magnetic Stripe Reader (P/N: AFL2P-12AMSR-U-R10) Rack Mounting Kit (P/N: AFL2RK-12) OS: Win CE 6.0 (128MB CF Card)
  • Page 39 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC OS: Win XPE (2GB CF Card) (P/N: AFL2CF-12-D525-XPE-2G-R10) OS: Win XPE (4GB CF Card) (P/N: AFL2CF-12-D525-XPE-4G-R10) OS: Linux (2GB CF Card) (P/N: AFL2CF-12A-D525-LNX-R10) OS: Win 7 Embedded (4GB CF Card) (P/N: AFL2CF-12-D525-WES7P-4G-R10 AFL2CF-12-D525-WES7E-4G-R10) If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the distributor or sales representative immediately.
  • Page 40: Installation

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Chapter Installation Page 40...
  • Page 41: Anti-Static Precautions

    AFL2-12A-D525 and severe injury to the user. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components, including the AFL2-12A-D525. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore critical that whenever the AFL2-12A-D525 is accessed internally, or any other electrical component is handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered ...
  • Page 42: Installation And Configuration Steps

    Over-tightening back cover screws will crack the plastic frame. Maximum torque for cover screws is 5 kg-cm (0.36 lb-ft/0.49 Nm). To install the HDD into the AFL2-12A-D525, please follow the steps below: Step 1: Remove two (2) retention screws from the HDD cover (Figure 4-1).
  • Page 43: Figure 4-1: Hdd Cover Retention Screws

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 4-1: HDD Cover Retention Screws Step 2: Remove the HDD cover from the device. Step 3: Loosen the captive screw to release the HDD bracket from the chassis (Figure 4-2). Figure 4-2: HDD Bracket Screw...
  • Page 44: Figure4-3: Removing The Hdd Bracket

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 4: Slide the HDD bracket out of the device as shown (Figure 4-3). Figure 4-3: Removing the HDD Bracket Step 5: Insert an HDD into the bracket as shown (Figure 4-4). Figure 4-4: Inserting the HDD...
  • Page 45: Cf Card Installation

    Replace the HDD cover and secure it using two (2) retention screws. Step 0: 4.5 CF Card Installation To install a CF Card into the AFL2-12A-D525, please follow the steps below: NOTE: Before installation, it is recommended that a piece of tape be applied to the CF card to aid in removal.
  • Page 46: Figure 4-6: Hdd Cover Retention Screws

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 1: Remove two (2) retention screws from the HDD cover (Figure 4-6). Figure 4-6: HDD Cover Retention Screws Step 2: Remove the HDD cover from the device. Step 3: The CF card slot is located underneath the HDD bracket. (Figure 4-7).
  • Page 47: At/Atx Mode Selection

    Step 0: 4.6 AT/ATX Mode Selection AT and ATX power modes can both be used on the AFL2-12A-D525. The selection is made through an AT/ATX switch located on the I/O panel (Figure 4-9). To select AT mode or ATX mode, follow the steps below.
  • Page 48: Atx Power Mode

    Manufacturing shop flow 4.6.2 ATX Power Mode With the ATX mode selected, the AFL2-12A-D525 panel PC goes in a standby mode when it is turned off. The panel PC can be easily turned on via network or a power switch in standby mode.
  • Page 49: Mounting The System

    PC does not fall down and get damaged. The four methods of mounting the AFL2-12A-D525 are listed below.  Wall mounting ...
  • Page 50: Figure 4-10: Wall-Mounting Bracket

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 4-10: Wall-mounting Bracket Step 6: Insert the four monitor mounting screws provided in the wall mount kit into the four screw holes on the real panel of the flat bezel panel PC and tighten until the screw shank is secured against the rear panel (Figure 4-11).
  • Page 51: Figure 4-11: Chassis Support Screws

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 7: Align the mounting screws on the monitor rear panel with the mounting holes on the bracket. Step 8: Carefully insert the screws through the holes and gently pull the monitor downwards until the monitor rests securely in the slotted holes (Figure 4-11).
  • Page 52: Stand Mounting

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 4-12: Secure the Panel PC 4.9.2 Stand Mounting To mount the AFL2-12A-D525 using the stand mounting kit, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Locate the screw holes on the rear of the AFL2-12A-D525. This is where the bracket will be attached.
  • Page 53: Arm Mounting

    Step 0: 4.9.3 Arm Mounting The AFL2-12A-D525 is VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) compliant and can be mounted on an arm with a 100mm interface pad. To mount the AFL2-12A-D525 on an arm, please follow the steps below. Step 1: The arm is a separately purchased item.
  • Page 54: Cabinet And Rack Installation

    PC. Step 0: 4.9.4 Cabinet and Rack Installation The AFL2-12A-D525 flat bezel panel PC can be installed into a cabinet or rack. The installation procedures are similar to the panel mounting installation. To do this, please follow the steps below:...
  • Page 55: Figure 4-15: The Rack/Cabinet Bracket

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 4-15: The Rack/Cabinet Bracket Step 2: Insert the rack mounting clamps into the pre-formed holes along the edges of the flat bezel panel PC, behind the ABS/PC plastic frame. There are a total of 6 rack mounting clamps.
  • Page 56: Bottom Panel Connectors

    Locate the RJ-45 connectors on the bottom panel of the AFL2-12A-D525. Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the RJ-45 connector on the LAN cable with one of the RJ-45 connectors on the bottom panel of the AFL2-12A-D525. See Figure 4-18. Page 56...
  • Page 57: Serial Device Connection

    RJ-45 connector into the onboard RJ-45 connector. Step 0: 4.10.2 Serial Device Connection The AFL2-12A-D525 has one male DB-9 port connector and one RJ-45 serial port connector on the I/O panel for serial device connection. 4.10.2.1 DB-9 Serial Port Connection...
  • Page 58: Figure 4-19: Db-9 Connector

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 4-19: DB-9 Connector Description Description DCD1 DTR1 DSR1 RTS1 CTS1 Table 4-1: DB-9 Connector Pinouts Follow the steps below to connect a serial device to the DB-9 connector of the AFL2-12A-D525 panel PC. Step 1: Locate the DB-9 connector.
  • Page 59: Serial Port Connection

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 4-20: DB-9 Serial Port Connector Step 3: Secure the connector. Secure the serial device connector to the external interface by tightening the two retention screws on either side of the connector. Step 0: 4.10.2.2 RJ-45 Serial Port Connection...
  • Page 60: Figure 4-21: Ethernet Connector

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Description Description RTS3 Table 4-2: Ethernet Connector Pinouts Figure 4-21: Ethernet Connector Follow the steps below to connect a serial device to the RJ-45 serial port connector of the AFL2-12A-D525 panel PC. Step 1: Locate the RJ-45 serial port. The location of the RJ-45 serial port is shown in Chapter 2.
  • Page 61: Rs-422/485 Serial Port

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 4.10.3 RS-422/485 Serial Port CN Label: RS 422/485 4-pin connector CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 4-23 CN Pinouts: See Table 4-3 and Figure 4-24 A RS-422/485 serial port device can be connected to the RS-422/485 serial port on the bottom panel.
  • Page 62: Usb Device Connection

    Step 0: 4.10.4 USB Device Connection There are two external USB 2.0 connectors. All connectors are perpendicular to the AFL2-12A-D525. To connect a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 device, please follow the instructions below. Step 1: Located the USB connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown in Chapter 2.
  • Page 63: Figure 4-26: Usb Device Connection

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 4-26: USB Device Connection Step 3: Insert the device connector. Once aligned, gently insert the USB device connector into the onboard connector. Step 0: Page 63...
  • Page 64: System Maintenance

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Chapter System Maintenance Page 64...
  • Page 65: System Maintenance Introduction

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 5.1 System Maintenance Introduction If the components of the AFL2-12A-D525 fail they must be replaced. Components that can be replaced include:  SO-DIMM module  WLAN Module Please contact the system reseller or vendor to purchase the replacement parts. Back cover removal instructions for the AFL2-12A-D525 are described below.
  • Page 66: Turn Off The Power

    Over-tightening back cover screws will crack the plastic frame. Maximum torque for cover screws is 5 kg-cm (0.36 lb-ft/0.49 Nm). To access the AFL2-12A-D525 internally the back cover must be removed. To remove the back cover, please follow the steps below.
  • Page 67: Removing The Internal Aluminum Cover

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 3: Remove a total of nine (9) retention screws from the back cover (Figure 5-1). Figure 5-1: Back Cover Retention Screws Step 4: Carefully separate the back cover from the chassis and lift the cover clear of the...
  • Page 68: Replacing Components

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 5-2: Internal Cover Retention Screws Step 2: Lift the aluminum cover off the AFL2-12A-D525. Step 0: 5.5 Replacing Components 5.5.1 Memory Module Replacement The flat bezel panel PC is preinstalled with a 1.0 GB DDR3 memory module. If the memory module fails, follow the instructions below to replace the memory module.
  • Page 69: Wlan Card Replacement

    Replace the back cover and secure it using nine (9) previously removed retention screws. Step 0: 5.5.2 WLAN Card Replacement The AFL2-12A-D525 has one WLAN card slot. To replace the WLAN card, follow the instructions below. Step 1: Follow all anti-static procedures. See Section 5.2.
  • Page 70: Figure5-4: Removing The Antennas

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 5: Locate the WLAN card. Step 6: Disconnect the main and auxiliary antennas on the WLAN module (Figure 5-4). Figure 5-4: Removing the Antennas Step 7: Push the two spring clips in to release the WLAN card.
  • Page 71: Figure5-6: Removing The Wlan Card

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 8: Grasp the WLAN card by the edges and carefully pull it out of the socket (Figure 5-6). Figure 5-6: Removing the WLAN card Step 9: Install a new WLAN card by inserting the card into the slot at an angle Step 10: Push the WLAN card down until the spring retainer clips lock into place.
  • Page 72: Figure5-7: Attaching The Antennas

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 11: Connect the main (1) and auxiliary (2) antennas. The main antenna is indicated with a strip of black electrical tape. See Figure 5-7. NOTE: To ensure the WLAN module functions correctly, please make sure the WLAN antennas are attached in the proper configuration.
  • Page 73: Reinstalling The Covers

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 5.6 Reinstalling the Covers WARNING: Failing to reinstall the covers may result in permanent damage to the system. Please make sure all coverings are properly installed. When maintenance procedures are complete, please make sure all the covers are replaced, including the following: ...
  • Page 74: Ami Bios Setup

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Chapter AMI BIOS Setup Page 74...
  • Page 75: Introduction

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.1 Introduction A licensed copy of the BIOS is preprogrammed into the ROM BIOS. The BIOS setup program allows users to modify the basic system configuration. This chapter describes how to access the BIOS setup program and the configuration options that may be changed.
  • Page 76: Getting Help

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Esc key Main Menu – Quit and do not save changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu -- Exit current page and return to Main Menu F1 key General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option...
  • Page 77: Main

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.2 Main The Main BIOS menu ( B IOS Menu 1) appears when the BIOS Setup program is entered. The Main menu gives an overview of the basic system information. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 78: Advanced

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  System Time [xx:xx:xx] Use the System Time option to set the system time. Manually enter the hours, minutes and seconds. 6.3 Advanced Use the Advanced menu ( B IOS Menu 2) to configure the CPU and peripheral devices...
  • Page 79: Acpi Settings

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit > ACPI Settings System ACPI Parameters. > CPU Configuration > IDE Configuration > USB Configuration > Super IO Configuration ---------------------- >...
  • Page 80: Cpu Configuration

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  ACPI Sleep State [S1 (CPU Stop Clock)] Use the ACPI Sleep State option to specify the sleep state the system enters when it is not being used.  (CPU Stop The system enters S1 (POS) sleep state. The...
  • Page 81 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced CPU Configuration Enabled for Windows XP and Linux (OS optimized Processor Type Intel(R) Atom(TM) for Hyper-Threading CPU D525 @ 1.80GHz Technology) and Disabled EMT64 Supported...
  • Page 82: Ide Configuration

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.3.3 IDE Configuration Use the IDE Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 5) to change and/or set the configuration of the SATA devices installed in the system. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced...
  • Page 83: Usb Configuration

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  Configures SATA devices as normal IDE device. EFAULT  Configures SATA devices as AHCI device. AHCI 6.3.4 USB Configuration Use the USB Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 6) to read USB configuration information and configure the USB settings.
  • Page 84: Generic Storage Device 9454 [Auto]

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC keyboard can control the system even when there is no USB driver loaded onto the system.  Enabled Legacy USB support enabled EFAULT  Disabled Legacy USB support disabled  Auto Legacy USB support disabled if no USB devices are connected ...
  • Page 85: Super Io Configuration

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.3.5 Super IO Configuration Use the Super IO Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 7) to set or change the configurations for the FDD controllers, parallel ports and serial ports. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 86: Serial Port [Enabled]

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.3.5.1.1 Serial Port 0 Configuration  Serial Port [Enabled] Use the Serial Port option to enable or disable the serial port.  Disabled Disable the serial port  Enable the serial port Enabled EFAULT  Change Settings [Auto] Use the Change Settings option to change the serial port IO port address and interrupt address.
  • Page 87: Serial Port [Enabled]

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  Auto The serial port IO port address and interrupt address EFAULT are automatically detected.  Serial Port I/O port address is 3E8h and the interrupt IO=3E8h; address is IRQ11 IRQ=11  IO=3E8h; Serial Port I/O port address is 3E8h and the interrupt...
  • Page 88: H/W Monitor

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  IO=2D0h; Serial Port I/O port address is 2D0h and the interrupt IRQ=10 address is IRQ10  Serial Port I/O port address is 2E0h and the interrupt IO=2E0h; address is IRQ10, 11 IRQ=10, 11  IO=2D0h;...
  • Page 89: Serial Port Console Redirection

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  PC Health Status The following system parameters and values are shown. The system parameters that are monitored are:  System Temperatures: CPU Temperature System Temperature  Fan Speeds: CPU Fan Speed  Voltages: VCC3V V_core +V1.05S...
  • Page 90: Console Redirection [Disabled]

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced COM1 Console Redirection Console Redirection [Disabled] Enable or Disable. > Console Redirection Settings COM3 --------------------- : Select Screen Console Redirection [Disabled]  : Select Item >...
  • Page 91: Iei Feature

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.4 iEi Feature Use the iEi Feature menu (BIOS Menu 11) to configure the auto recovery function. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced iEi Feature Auto Recovery Function Reboot and recover...
  • Page 92: Chipset

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.5 Chipset Use the Chipset menu (BIOS Menu 12) to access the Northbridge and Southbridge configuration menus WARNING! Setting the wrong values for the Chipset BIOS selections in the Chipset BIOS menu may cause the system to malfunction.
  • Page 93: Host Bridge Configuration

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.5.1 Host Bridge Configuration Use the Host Bridge Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 13) to configure the host bridge chipset. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Chipset ******Memory Information****** Memory Frequency 800 Mhz...
  • Page 94: South Bridge Configuration

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.5.2 South Bridge Configuration Use the South Bridge Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 14) to configure the south bridge chipset. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Chipset Auto Power Button Function [Disabled] Select AC power state...
  • Page 95: Usb Function [Enabled]

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  Disabled The onboard High Definition Audio controller is disabled  onboard High Definition Audio controller Enabled EFAULT automatically detected and enabled  USB Function [Enabled] Use the USB Function BIOS option to enable or disable USB function support.
  • Page 96: Intel Igd Swsci Opregion

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  Disabled DMIC function disabled  DMIC function enabled Enabled EFAULT  BT Function [Enabled] Use the BT Function option to enable or disable the BT function.  Disabled BT function disabled  Enabled BT function enabled EFAULT ...
  • Page 97: Dvmt Mode Select [Dvmt Mode]

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  DVMT Mode Select [DVMT Mode] Use the DVMT Mode Select option to select the Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) operating mode.  Fixed Mode A fixed portion of graphics memory is reserved as EFAULT graphics memory.
  • Page 98: Boot

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  1024x768 18bit EFAULT  1280x1024 18bit  1366x768 18bit  1280x800 18bit  1280x600 18bit 6.6 Boot Use the Boot menu (BIOS Menu 16) to configure system boot options. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 99: Quiet Boot [Enabled]

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  Does not enable the keyboard Number Lock automatically. To use the 10-keys on the keyboard, press the Number Lock key located on the upper left-hand corner of the 10-key pad. The Number Lock LED on the keyboard lights up when the Number Lock is engaged.
  • Page 100: Security

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.7 Security Use the Security menu (BIOS Menu 17) to set system and user passwords. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set Setup Administrator Password If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set,...
  • Page 101: Set Master Password

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC NOTE: It is recommended that the system be reset after setting a new HDD password.  Set Master Password Use the Set Master Password field to set or change the master HDD password. NOTE: It is recommended that the system be reset after setting a new master HDD password.
  • Page 102: Save & Exit

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 6.8 Save & Exit Use the Save & Exit menu (BIOS Menu 18) to load default BIOS values, optimal failsafe values and to save configuration changes. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 103: Save As User Defaults

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC  Save as User Defaults Use the Save as User Defaults option to save the changes done so far as user defaults.  Restore User Defaults Use the Restore User Defaults option to restore the user defaults to all the setup options.
  • Page 104: Software Drivers

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Chapter Software Drivers Page 104...
  • Page 105: Available Software Drivers

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 7.1 Available Software Drivers NOTE: The content of the CD may vary throughout the life cycle of the product and is subject to change without prior notice. Visit the IEI website or contact technical support for the latest updates.
  • Page 106: Figure 7-1: Chipset Driver Screen

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 4: The setup files are extracted as shown in Figure 7-1. Figure 7-1: Chipset Driver Screen Step 5: When the setup files are completely extracted the Welcome Screen in Figure 7-2 appears. Step 6: Click Next to continue.
  • Page 107: Figure 7-3: Chipset Driver License Agreement

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 7: The license agreement in Figure 7-3 appears. Step 8: Read the License Agreement. Step 9: Click Yes to continue. Figure 7-3: Chipset Driver License Agreement Step 10: The Read Me file in Figure 7-4 appears.
  • Page 108: Figure 7-4: Chipset Driver Read Me File

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-4: Chipset Driver Read Me File Step 12: Setup Operations are performed as shown in Figure 7-5. Step 13: Once the Setup Operations are complete, click Next to continue. Figure 7-5: Chipset Driver Setup Operations Step 14: The Finish screen in Figure 7-6 appears.
  • Page 109: Graphics Driver Installation

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 15: Select “Yes, I want to restart this computer now” and click Finish.Step 0: Figure 7-6: Chipset Driver Installation Finish Screen 7.4 Graphics Driver Installation To install the Graphics driver, please do the following. Step 1: Access the driver list.
  • Page 110: Figure 7-7: Graphics Driver Read Me File

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-7: Graphics Driver Read Me File Step 6: The installation files are extracted. See Figure 7-8. Step 7: Click Next to continue. Figure 7-8: Graphics Driver Setup Files Extracted Step 8: The Welcome Screen in Figure 7-9 appears.
  • Page 111: Figure 7-9: Graphics Driver Welcome Screen

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-9: Graphics Driver Welcome Screen Step 10: The License Agreement in Figure 7-10 appears. Step 11: Click Yes to accept the agreement and continue. Figure 7-10: Graphics Driver License Agreement Step 12: The Read Me file in Figure 7-11 appears.
  • Page 112: Figure 7-11: Graphics Driver Read Me File

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-11: Graphics Driver Read Me File Step 14: Setup Operations are performed as shown in Figure 7-12. Step 15: Once the Setup Operations are complete, click Next to continue. Figure 7-12: Graphics Driver Setup Operations Step 16: The Finish screen in Figure 7-13 appears.
  • Page 113: Audio Driver Installation

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-13: Graphics Driver Installation Finish Screen 7.5 Audio Driver Installation To install the audio driver, please do the following. Step 1: Access the driver list. (See Section 7.2) Step 2: Click “Audio” and select the folder which corresponds to your operating system.
  • Page 114: Figure 7-14: Audio Driver Welcome Screen

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-14: Audio Driver Welcome Screen Step 6: The audio driver installation begins. See Figure 7-15. Figure 7-15: Audio Driver Installation Page 114...
  • Page 115: Touch Screen Driver

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 7: When the installation is complete, the screen in Figure 7-16 appears. Step 8: Select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now” and click Finish. Step 0: Figure 7-16: AC’97 Driver Installation Complete 7.6 Touch Screen Driver To install the touch panel software driver, please follow the steps below.
  • Page 116: Figure 7-17: Touch Screen Driver Welcome Screen

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-17: Touch Screen Driver Welcome Screen Step 6: The License Agreement shown in Figure 7-18 appears. Step 7: Click I A to accept and continue. GREE Figure 7-18: Touch Screen Driver License Agreement Step 8: Browse for an install location or use the one suggested (Figure 7-19).
  • Page 117: Figure 7-19: Touch Screen Driver Choose Install Location

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-19: Touch Screen Driver Choose Install Location Step 10: The Install screen appears and displays the progress of the installation (Figure 7-20). Page 117...
  • Page 118: Figure 7-20: Touch Screen Driver Installation Screen

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 11: Click N to continue. Figure 7-20: Touch Screen Driver Installation Screen Step 12: When the installation is complete, click F to exit setup. (Figure 7-21). INISH Step 0: Figure 7-21: Touch Screen Driver Update Complete...
  • Page 119: Calibrating The Touch Screen

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 7.6.1 Calibrating the Touch Screen To calibrate the touch screen cursor with the motion of the touch screen pen (or finger), please follow the steps below: Step 1: Make sure the touch screen driver is properly installed.
  • Page 120: Figure 7-24: Configuration Screen

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-24: Configuration Screen Step 6: Double click the PenMount 9000 icon as shown in Figure 7-24. Step 7: The calibration initiation screen in Figure 7-25 appears. Step 8: Select the Standard Calibration button as shown in Figure 7-25.
  • Page 121: Amcap Driver Installation

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-26: Calibration Screen Step 10: Follow the instructions. The user is asked touch the screen at five specified points after which the screen is calibrated. Step 0: 7.7 AMCap Driver Installation To install the AMCap driver, please do the following.
  • Page 122: Figure 7-27: Amcap Driver Welcome Screen

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure 7-27: AMCap Driver Welcome Screen Step 6: Browse for an install location or use the one suggested (Figure 7-28). Step 7: Click I to continue. NSTALL Figure 7-28: AMCap Driver Choose Install Location Step 8: The program begins to install.
  • Page 123: Figure 7-29: Amcap Driver Installation Complete

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 9: When the driver installation is complete, the screen in Figure 7-29 appears. Step 10: Click Finish to save and exit. Step 0: Figure 7-29: AMCap Driver Installation Complete Page 123...
  • Page 124: A Safety Precautions

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Appendix Safety Precautions Page 124...
  • Page 125: Safety Precautions

    Do not apply voltage levels that exceed the specified voltage range. Doing so may cause fire and/or an electrical shock.  Electric shocks can occur if the AFL2-12A-D525 chassis is opened when the AFL2-12A-D525 is running.  Do not drop or insert any objects into the ventilation openings of the AFL2-12A-D525.
  • Page 126: Cpu Temperature Warning

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC A.1.2 CPU Temperature Warning WARNING: If the CPU Temperature Alert LED shows RED, the CPU core temperature is too high. To lower the CPU temperature, lower the environment temperature or decrease the amount of running programs.
  • Page 127: Anti-Static Precautions

    Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components, including the AFL2-12A-D525. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore critical that whenever the AFL2-12A-D525 is opened and any of the electrical components are handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
  • Page 128: Product Disposal

    Please follow the national guidelines for electrical and electronic product disposal. A.2 Maintenance and Cleaning Precautions When maintaining or cleaning the AFL2-12A-D525, please follow the guidelines below. A.2.1 Maintenance and Cleaning Prior to cleaning any part or component of the AFL2-12A-D525, please read the details below. Page 128...
  • Page 129: Cleaning Tools

    Some components in the AFL2-12A-D525 may only be cleaned using a product specifically designed for the purpose. In such case, the product will be explicitly mentioned in the cleaning tips. Below is a list of items to use when cleaning the AFL2-12A-D525. ...
  • Page 130: B Bios Configuration Options

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Appendix BIOS Configuration Options Page 130...
  • Page 131: Bios Configuration Options

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC BIOS Configuration Options Below is a list of BIOS configuration options described in Chapter 6.   System Overview .........................77   System Date [xx/xx/xx] ......................77   System Time [xx:xx:xx] .......................78   ACPI Sleep State [S1 (CPU Stop Clock)] ................80  ...
  • Page 132 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC   IGD - Boot Type [CRT + LFP] ....................97   LCD Panel Type [1024x768 18bit]..................97   Bootup NumLock State [On]....................98   Quiet Boot [Enabled] ......................99   Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled] ..................99   Boot Option #1 [Generic STORAGE DE…]................99  ...
  • Page 133: C One Key Recovery

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Appendix One Key Recovery Page 133...
  • Page 134: One Key Recovery Introduction

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.1 One Key Recovery Introduction The IEI one key recovery is an easy-to-use front end for the Norton Ghost system backup and recovery tool. This tool provides quick and easy shortcuts for creating a backup and reverting to that backup or reverting to the factory default settings.
  • Page 135: System Requirement

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC After completing the five initial setup procedures as described above, users can access the recovery tool by pressing <F3> while booting up the system. The detailed information of each function is described in Section C.5. NOTE: The initial setup procedures for Linux system are described in Section C.3.
  • Page 136: Supported Operating System

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC partitions. Please take the following table as a reference when calculating the size of the partition. OS Image after Ghost Compression Ratio Windows® 7 7 GB 5 GB Windows® XPE 776 MB 560 MB Windows® CE 6.0...
  • Page 137: Setup Procedure For Windows

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Ubuntu 8.10 (Intrepid) Ubuntu 7.10 (Gutsy) Ubuntu 6.10 (Edgy) Debian 5.0 (Lenny) Debian 4.0 (Etch) SuSe 11.2 SuSe 10.3 NOTE: Installing unsupported OS versions may cause the recovery tool to fail. C.2 Setup Procedure for Windows Prior to using the recovery tool to backup or restore, a few setup procedures are required.
  • Page 138: Hardware And Bios Setup

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.2.1 Hardware and BIOS Setup Step 1: Make sure the system is powered off and unplugged. Step 2: Install a hard drive or SSD in the system. An unformatted and unpartitioned disk is recommended. Step 3: Connect an optical disk drive to the system and insert the recovery CD.
  • Page 139: Figure C-2: Launching The Recovery Tool

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-2: Launching the Recovery Tool Step 3: The recovery tool setup menu is shown as below. Figure C-3: Recovery Tool Setup Menu Step 4: Press <6> then <Enter>. Page 139...
  • Page 140: Figure C-4: Command Prompt

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-4: Command Prompt Step 5: The command prompt window appears. Type the following commands (marked in red) to create two partitions. One is for the OS installation; the other is for saving recovery files and images which will be an invisible partition.
  • Page 141: Figure C-5: Partition Creation Commands

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-5: Partition Creation Commands Page 141...
  • Page 142: Install Operating System, Drivers And Applications

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC NOTE: Use the following commands to check if the partitions were created successfully. Step 6: Press any key to exit the recovery tool and automatically reboot the system. Please continue to the following procedure: Build the Recovery Partition.S t e p 0 :...
  • Page 143: Building The Recovery Partition

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.2.4 Building the Recovery Partition Step 1: Put the recover CD in the optical drive. Step 2: Start the system. Step 3: Boot the system from the recovery CD. When prompted, press any key to boot from the recovery CD. It will take a while to launch the recovery tool. Please...
  • Page 144: Figure C-8: Building The Recovery Partition

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 5: The Symantec Ghost window appears and starts configuring the system to build a recovery partition. In this process the partition created for recovery files in Section C.2.2 is hidden and the recovery tool is saved in this partition.
  • Page 145: Create Factory Default Image

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.2.5 Create Factory Default Image NOTE: Before creating the factory default image, please configure the system to a factory default environment, including driver and application installations. To create a factory default image, please follow the steps below.
  • Page 146: Figure C-12: About Symantec Ghost Window

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-12: About Symantec Ghost Window Step 4: Use mouse to navigate to the option shown below (Figure C-13). Figure C-13: Symantec Ghost Path Step 5: Select the local source drive (Drive 1) as shown in Figure C-14. Then click OK.
  • Page 147: Figure C-14: Select A Local Source Drive

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-14: Select a Local Source Drive Step 6: Select a source partition (Part 1) from basic drive as shown in Figure C-15. Then click OK. Figure C-15: Select a Source Partition from Basic Drive Step 7: Select 1.2: [Recovery] NTFS drive and enter a file name called...
  • Page 148: Figure C-16: File Name To Copy Image To

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-16: File Name to Copy Image to Step 8: When the Compress Image screen in Figure C-17 prompts, click High to make the image file smaller. Figure C-17: Compress Image Page 148...
  • Page 149: Figure C-18: Image Creation Confirmation

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 9: The Proceed with partition image creation window appears, click Yes to continue. Figure C-18: Image Creation Confirmation Step 10: The Symantec Ghost starts to create the factory default image (Figure C-19). Figure C-19: Image Creation Complete Step 11: When the image creation completes, a screen prompts as shown in Figure C-20.
  • Page 150: Auto Recovery Setup Procedure

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 12: The recovery tool main menu window is shown as below. Press any key to reboot the system. S t e p 0 : Figure C-21: Press Any Key to Continue C.3 Auto Recovery Setup Procedure...
  • Page 151: Figure C-22: Auto Recovery Utility

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-22: Auto Recovery Utility Step 3: Reboot the system from the recovery CD. When prompted, press any key to boot from the recovery CD. It will take a while to launch the recovery tool. Please...
  • Page 152: Figure C-25: Building The Auto Recovery Partition

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 5: The Symantec Ghost window appears and starts configuring the system to build an auto recovery partition. In this process the partition created for recovery files in Section C.2.2 is hidden and the auto recovery tool is saved in this partition.
  • Page 153: Figure C-27: Image Creation Complete

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 7: The Symantec Ghost starts to create the factory default image (Figure C-27). Figure C-27: Image Creation Complete Step 8: After completing the system configuration, press any key in the following window to restart the system.
  • Page 154: Setup Procedure For Linux

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit iEi Feature  Auto Recovery Function [Enabled] Recover from PXE [Disabled]  Select Screen   Select Item Enter Go to SubScreen General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.61 ©Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 155: Figure C-29: Partitions For Linux

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 2: Install Linux operating system. Make sure to install GRUB (v0.97 or earlier) MBR type and Ext3 partition type. Leave enough space on the hard drive to create the recover partition later. NOTE: If the Linux OS is not installed with GRUB (v0.97 or earlier) and Ext3, the Symantec Ghost may not function properly.
  • Page 156: Figure C-30: Manual Recovery Environment For Linux

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC DISKPART>create part pri size= DISKPART>assign letter=N DISKPART>exit system32>format N: /fs:ntfs /q /v:Recovery /y system32>exit Step 4: Build the recovery partition. Press any key to boot from the recovery CD. It will take a while to launch the recovery tool. Please be patient. When the recovery tool setup menu appears, type <3>...
  • Page 157: Figure C-31: Access Menu.lst In Linux (Text Mode)

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-31: Access menu.lst in Linux (Text Mode) Step 6: Modify the menu.lst as shown below. Step 7: The recovery tool menu appears. (Figure C-32) Figure C-32: Recovery Tool Menu Step 8: Create a factory default image. Follow...
  • Page 158: Recovery Tool Functions

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.5 Recovery Tool Functions After completing the initial setup procedures as described above, users can access the recovery tool by pressing <F3> while booting up the system. However, if the setup procedure in Section C.3 has been completed and the auto recovery function is enabled, the system will automatically restore from the factory default image without pressing the F3 key.
  • Page 159: Factory Restore

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC WARNING: All data in the system will be deleted during the system recovery. Please backup the system files before restoring the system (either Factory Restore or Restore Backup). C.5.1 Factory Restore To restore the factory default image, please follow the steps below.
  • Page 160: Backup System

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-35: Recovery Complete Window C.5.2 Backup System To backup the system, please follow the steps below. Step 4: Type <2> and press <Enter> in the main menu. Step 5: The Symantec Ghost window appears and starts to backup the system. A backup image called iei_user.GHO is created in the hidden Recovery partition.
  • Page 161: Restore Your Last Backup

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-37: System Backup Complete Window C.5.3 Restore Your Last Backup To restore the last system backup, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Type <3> and press <Enter> in the main menu. Step 2: The Symantec Ghost window appears and starts to restore the last backup image (iei_user.GHO).
  • Page 162: Manual

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Figure C-39: Restore System Backup Complete Window C.5.4 Manual To restore the last system backup, please follow the steps below. Step 4: Type <4> and press <Enter> in the main menu. Step 5: The Symantec Ghost window appears. Use the Ghost program to backup or recover the system manually.
  • Page 163: Restore Systems From A Linux Server Through Lan

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.6 Restore Systems from a Linux Server through LAN The One Key Recovery allows a client system to automatically restore to a factory default image saved in a Linux system (the server) through LAN connectivity after encountering a Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) or a hang for around 10 minutes.
  • Page 164: Configure Dhcp Server Settings

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.6.1 Configure DHCP Server Settings Step 7: Install the DHCP #yum install dhcp (CentOS, commands marked in red) #apt-get install dhcp3-server (Debian, commands marked in blue) Step 8: Confirm the operating system default settings: dhcpd.conf. CentOS Use the following command to show the DHCP server sample location: #vi /etc/dhcpd.conf...
  • Page 165: Configure Tftp Settings

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC filename “pxelinux.0”; C.6.2 Configure TFTP Settings Step 9: Install the tftp, httpd and syslinux. #yum install tftp-server httpd syslinux (CentOS) #apt-get install tftpd-hpa xinetd syslinux (Debian) Step 10: Enable the TFTP server by editing the “/etc/xinetd.d/tftp” file and make it use the remap file.
  • Page 166: Configure One Key Recovery Server Settings

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Debian Replace the TFTP settings from “inetd” to “xinetd” and annotate the “inetd” by adding “#”. #vi /etc/inetd.conf Modify: #tftp dgram udp wait root /usr/sbin..(as shown below) #vi /etc/xinetd.d/tftp C.6.3 Configure One Key Recovery Server Settings Step 11: Copy the Utility/RECOVERYR10.TAR.BZ2 package from the One Key...
  • Page 167: Start The Dhcp, Tftp And Http

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.6.4 Start the DHCP, TFTP and HTTP Start the DHCP, TFTP and HTTP. For example: CentOS #service xinetd restart #service httpd restart #service dhcpd restart Debian #/etc/init.d/xinetd reload #/etc/init.d/xinetd restart #/etc/init.d/dhcp3-server restart C.6.5 Create Shared Directory Step 14: Install the samba.
  • Page 168: Setup A Client System For Auto Recovery

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Modify: [image] comment = One Key Recovery path = /share/image browseable = yes writable = yes public = yes create mask = 0644 directory mask = 0755 Step 17: Edit “/etc/samba/smb.conf” for your environment. For example:...
  • Page 169 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 20: Continue to configure the Boot Option Priorities BIOS option of the client system: Boot Option #1  remain the default setting to boot from the original OS. Boot Option #2  select the boot from LAN option.
  • Page 170 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC NOTE: A firewall or a SELinux is not in use in the whole setup process. If there is a firewall or a SELinux protecting the system, modify the configuration information to accommodate them. Page 170...
  • Page 171: Other Information

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC C.7 Other Information C.7.1 Using AHCI Mode or ALi M5283 / VIA VT6421A Controller When the system uses AHCI mode or some specific SATA controllers such as ALi M5283 or VIA VT6421A, the SATA RAID/AHCI driver must be installed before using one key recovery.
  • Page 172 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 28: When the following window appears, press <S> to select “Specify Additional Device”. Step 29: In the following window, select a SATA controller mode used in the system. Then press <Enter>. The user can now start using the SATA HDD.
  • Page 173: System Memory Requirement

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Step 30: After pressing <Enter>, the system will get into the recovery tool setup menu. Continue to follow the setup procedure from Step 4 in Section C.2.2 Create Partitions to finish the whole setup process. S t e p 0 : C.7.2 System Memory Requirement...
  • Page 174: D Watchdog Timer

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Appendix Watchdog Timer Page 174...
  • Page 175 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC NOTE: The following discussion applies to DOS environment. IEI support is contacted or the IEI website visited for specific drivers for more sophisticated operating systems, e.g., Windows and Linux. The Watchdog Timer is provided to ensure that standalone systems can always recover from catastrophic conditions that cause the CPU to crash.
  • Page 176: Example Program

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC NOTE: When exiting a program it is necessary to disable the Watchdog Timer, otherwise the system resets. Example program: ; INITIAL TIMER PERIOD COUNTER W_LOOP: AX, 6F02H ;setting the time-out value BX, 05 ;time-out value is 5 seconds ;...
  • Page 177: E Hazardous Materials Disclosure

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Appendix Hazardous Materials Disclosure Page 177...
  • Page 178: Hazardous Material Disclosure Table For Ipb Products Certified As Rohs Compliant Under 2002/95/Ec Without Mercury

    AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC E.1 Hazardous Material Disclosure Table for IPB Products Certified as RoHS Compliant Under 2002/95/EC Without Mercury The details provided in this appendix are to ensure that the product is compliant with the Peoples Republic of China (China) RoHS standards. The table below acknowledges the presences of small quantities of certain materials in the product, and is applicable to China RoHS only.
  • Page 179 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC Part Name Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) Chromium Biphenyls Diphenyl Ethers (CR(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) Housing Display Printed Circuit Board Metal Fasteners Cable Assembly Fan Assembly Power Supply...
  • Page 180 AFL2-12A-D525 Series Panel PC 此附件旨在确保本产品符合中国 RoHS 标准。以下表格标示此产品中某有毒物质的含量符 合中国 RoHS 标准规定的限量要求。 本产品上会附有”环境友好使用期限”的标签,此期限是估算这些物质”不会有泄漏或突变”的 年限。本产品可能包含有较短的环境友好使用期限的可替换元件,像是电池或灯管,这些 元件将会单独标示出来。 部件名称 有毒有害物质或元素 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (CR(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) 壳体 显示 印刷电路板 金属螺帽 电缆组装 风扇组装 电力供应组装 电池 O: 表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有物质材料中的含量均在 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。 X: 表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。...

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