Chapter 3 AMI BIOS Setup ..................24 Overview ....................24 Main Menu ....................25 Advanced Menu ..................26 Boot Menu ....................30 Security Menu .................... 31 Save & Exit Menu ..................31 Chapter 4 Driver Installation .................. 33 QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
Use extreme caution when installing or removing components. Refer to the installation instructions in this user’s guide for precautions and procedures. If you have any questions, please contact Quanmax Post-Sales Technical Support. Access can only be gained by service persons or by users who have been instructed about the reasons for the restrictions applied to the location and about any precautions that shall be taken;...
Also, before connecting a cable, make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned. CAUTION Do not attempt to service the system yourself except as explained in this user’s guide. Follow installation and troubleshooting instructions closely. QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
Static electricity can harm system boards. Perform service at an ESD workstation and follow proper ESD procedure to reduce the risk of damage to components. Quanmax strongly encourages you to follow proper ESD procedure, which can include wrist straps and smocks, when servicing equipment.
(e.g. to the collecting points for disposal of batteries) Voltage Ratings The external power adaptor of the QBOX-100S has the following voltage ratings: Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz ...
Remove all items from the box. If any items listed on the purchase order are missing, notify Quanmax customer service immediately. Inspect the product for damage. If there is damage, notify Quanmax customer service immediately. Refer to “Warranty Policy” for the return procedure.
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Quanmax. Limitation of Liability In no event shall Quanmax be liable for any defect in hardware, software, loss, or inadequacy of data of any kind, or for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with or arising out of the performance or use of any product furnished hereunder.
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Line conditioners keep a system’s AC power source voltage at a fairly constant level and, therefore, can handle brownouts. Because of this added protection, line conditioners cost more than surge protectors. However, line conditioners cannot protect against a complete loss of power. QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
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Surge protectors should be used with all UPS systems, and the UPS system should be Underwriters Laboratories (UL) safety approved. QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The QBOX-100S is a fanless digital signage player ideal for space critical applications. ® This embedded hardware platform features Intel Atom™ Processor N2600 (1M ® Cache, 1.60 GHz), Intel NM10 Express chipset, and DDR3 800/1066 SO-DIMM.
132.60 x 80.94 x 33mm ( W x D x H ) OS Support Windows 7 Power DC 12V-19V Input Operating: 0°C to 50°C Environment Storage: -20°C to 80°C Humidity: 0% to 90% Certifications CE, FCC Class A Table 1 QBOX-100S Specification QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
Refer to the figure below to identify the components of the system. IOs Figure 1 IOs Power Button The power button allows powering ON and OFF the system. HDD LED The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the HDD. QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
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The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. HDMI HDMI connector for display output D-Sub 15 pin VGA connector for display output Reset Button 1x reset button for clear CMOS. QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
HDMI Figure 3 VGA/ HDMI NOTE When the system reboots without connecting the DP/VGA/HDMI, there might be no image on screen when you insert the DP/VGA/HDMI cable. Please pressing <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<F4> simultaneously to show the image on screen. QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
Chapter 2 Connect USB mouse & keyboard Your QBOX-100S does not come with a keyboard and mouse connector, but you can use any USB keyboard or mouse to connect with your computer. eSATA Figure 4 Connect USB mouse & keyboard NOTE Using a third-party USB mouse or keyboard may require software drivers.
Connect the power cable to the power adapter Connect the power cable to a power outlet Press the power switch on the front panel to turn on the system DC Jack Power Switch Figure 6 Turning on the system QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
Figure 7 VESA mounting (1) NOTE To fasten the metal shelf, your monitor must comply with VESA75 or VESA100 standard. Place the QBOX-100S onto the monitor and secure it with the four screws properly on both sides of VESA mount kit as shown below.
This chapter provides a description of the AMI BIOS. The BIOS setup menus and available selections may vary from those of your product. For specific information on the BIOS for your product, please contact Quanmax. NOTE: The BIOS menus and selections for your product may vary from those in this chapter.
F1: General Help F2: Previous Values Total Size 1024 MB F3: Optimized Defaults Frequency 800 MHz (DDR3) F4 Save & Exit System date [Wed 02/01/2012] ESC Exit System time [00:51:23] Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012, American Megatrends, Inc. QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
ACPI Sleep State Options: Suspend Disabled, S1 (CPU Stop Clock), S3 (Suspend to RAM) Restore AC Power Loss Options: Power Off, Power On, Last State Resume By PCIE Device Options: Disabled, Enabled Resume By RTC Alarm Options: Disabled, Enabled QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
SATA Port 2 Not Present Enter: Select +- Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4 Save & Exit ESC Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012, American Megatrends, Inc. Configure SATA as Options: IDE, AHCI QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
Boot Option Priorities F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4 Save & Exit ESC Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012, American Megatrends, Inc. Full Screen LOGO Display Options: Disabled, Enabled Bootup Numlock State Options: On, Off QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
Discard Changes and Reset Enter: Select Save Options +- Change Opt. Save Changes F1: General Help Discard Changes F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults Restore Defaults F4 Save & Exit ESC Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012, American Megatrends, Inc. QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
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Load Optimal Default values for all the setup values. This option allows you to load failsafe default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus, which will provide the most stable performance settings. The F8 key can be used for this operation. QBOX-100S User’s Manual...
Chapter 4 Driver Installation If your QBOX-100S does not come with an operating system pre-installed, you will need to install an operating system and the necessary drivers to operate it. After you have finished assembling your system and connected the appropriate power source, power it up using the power supply and install the desired operating system.
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