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User Manual PPC-179T Intel® Core™ 2 Duo LGA775 Socket-based processor- Based Panel PC with 17” Color TFT LCD Display...
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This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables are used for external wiring. We recommend the use of shielded cables. This kind of cable is available from Advantech. Please contact your local supplier for ordering information.
The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982 is no more than 70 dB (A). DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.
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Don't touch any components on the CPU card or other cards while the PC is on. Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden rush of power as you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive elec- tronic components. PPC-179T User Manual...
System Setup ........5 A Quick Tour of the Panel PC ..............6 Figure 2.1 Front Panel of PPC-179T ........... 6 Figure 2.2 Side View of the Panel PC ......... 6 Figure 2.3 I/O Peripheral Connectors Panel........ 7 Figure 2.4 Rear View of the Panel PC......... 7 Preparing for First-time Use ..............
LAN card to extend device mobility. In order to satisfy customers’ security concerns, PPC-179T is also offered in a two Gigabit LAN port configuration. Four serial ports and six USB V2.0 ports give the PPC-179T advanced application capability.
Chapter System Setup This chapter gives system setup information for the PPC-179T. Sections include: A Quick Tour Installation Procedures Running the BIOS Setup Installing System software...
When placed upright on the desktop, the front panel of the panel PC appears as shown in Figure 2.1. Figure 2.1 Front Panel of PPC-179T When viewed from the left side of the panel PC, the optical device drive, USB ports are visible, as shown in Figure 2.2.
Figure 2.3 I/O Peripheral Connectors Panel VESA standard, both 100 x 100 mm and 75 x 75 mm mounting size. Figure 2.4 Rear View of the Panel PC Caution! Use recommended mounting apparatus to avoid risk of injury. PPC-179T User Manual...
CMOS RAM and compares them to the equip- ment check conducted during the power on self-test (POST). If a problem occurs, an error message will be displayed on screen, and the computer prompts the user to run the setup program. PPC-179T User Manual...
These files are a very useful supplement to the information in this manual. Note! The drivers and utilities used for the PPC-179T panel PCs are subject to change without notice. If in doubt, check Advantech's website or contact our application engineers for the latest information regarding drivers util- ities.
Chapter Using the Panel PC This chapter explains onboard devices and peripheral I/O ports available on the PPC-179T. Sections include: CD-ROM Drive PCI or PCIe Bus Expansion Serial COM Ports VGA Port USB Ports Audio Interface Ethernet Touchscreen (Optional)
To insert a CD-ROM disc, press the eject button on the CD-ROM drive. To eject a CD-ROM disc, first ensure that the drive activity light is not active. Then press the eject button on the drive. Figure 3.1 Inserting and ejecting a CD-ROM PPC-179T User Manual...
Remove the metal plate by unscrewing the attaching screw. Insert the PCI or PCIe into the PCIe slot of the riser card. (See Figure 3.2) Run the setup program within the OS to configure the system. Figure 3.2 PCI & PCIe Bus Expansion PPC-179T User Manual...
The panel PC simultaneously supports an external CRT monitor in addition to the built-in LCD display. Be sure the panel PC is turned off. Connect the external monitor to the system. (See Figure 3.3.) Turn on the panel PC and the external monitor. PPC-179T User Manual...
3.9 Touchscreen (Optional) The touchscreen is connected to the internal USB port. Its function is similar to that of a mouse. PPC-179T supports resistive touchscreen. It is necessary to install the touchscreen driver before it will function. The touch- screen drivers for various operating systems are stored on the CD-ROM disc inside the accessory box.
Chapter Hardware Installation This chapter gives instructions for installing hardware devices on the PPC-179T. Sections include: Jumpers and Connectors Disassembling the Panel PC Installing the Central Processing Unit (CPU) Installing the DDR3 DIMM Mem- ory Module...
The following are standard procedures for disassembling the panel PC before upgrading the system. All procedures are illustrated in Figure 4.1, 4.2. Unfasten the screws securing the rear plastic cover and remove it. Figure 4.1 Unfastening the Rear Cover PPC-179T User Manual...
The following instructions are for installing the HDD: Remove rear cover (see Figure 4.1) Remove the four screws on the metal plate on both sides of the HDD. (See Fig- ure 4.3) Figure 4.3 The PPC HDD PPC-179T User Manual...
Force) socket, or “Socket 775”. The CPU must be fitted with an appropriate heat- sink and CPU fan to prevent overheating. Warning! The CPU may be damaged if operated without a heat sink, and if the fan is not connected to the CPU fan power connector. PPC-179T User Manual...
Only experienced electronics personnel should open the panel Follow these instructions to install a CPU: First unfasten the screws of CUP cooler, and disconnect cooler cable from mother board. Figure 4.6 Unfasten screws of CPU Cooler Figure 4.7 Disconnect Cooler Cable From Motherboard PPC-179T User Manual...
Fetch up the cooler carefully, the fix CPU in the socket. Figure 4.8 Remove CPU cooler Figure 4.9 Fix CPU in the socket Place cooler on top of CPU, fasten cooler screw and connect cooler cable to mother board. PPC-179T User Manual...
The panel PC system provides two 204-pin DIMM sockets and it is possible to install 4 GB of DDR3 DiMM memory. Note! Be sure install first memory in the socket which near CPU (See figure 4.10). Figure 4.10 Placing the Memory Module in the SODIMM Socket PPC-179T User Manual...
4.6 Installing the Optical Device Drive Remove all the screws on the rear cover. Figure 4.11 Rear Cover Photo Assemble CD-ROM in CD bracket and fasten screw. Figure 4.12 Rear Cover Photo with ODD Bracket PPC-179T User Manual...
Fasten the screws on the IO shielding. Figure 4.13 I/O Shielding Insert SATA cable from CD-ROM to M/B. Figure 4.14 SATA CD-ROM Cable PPC-179T User Manual...
Chapter Jumpers and Connectors This chapter gives information on setting jumpers and using the connectors on the PPC-179T motherboard. Sections include: Setting Jumpers Jumpers and Connectors loca- tions Connectors...
5.1 Jumpers and Connectors This chapter supplies more detailed information about the internal jumper settings and an outline of the I/O ports available on the PPC-179T. 5.1.1 Setting Jumpers The Panel PC can be configured to match the needs of each application by setting the jumpers.
It also has LED indicator lamps that display the system operation status. The table below lists the function of each jumper and LED. The motherboard of the PPC-179T has a number of jumpers that allow you to config- ure your system to suit your applications.
CN29 USB0/USB1 CN30 COM3/COM4 CN31 COM1/COM2 CN32 MIC_IN CN33 LINE_OUT CN34 LINE_IN CN35 Table 5.7: DDR1& DDR2 (DDR3 MEMORY) standard connect Please use the DIMM of DDR2 which is close to CPU when only use one Memory. PPC-179T User Manual...
Chapter Driver Installation This chapter gives information on installing drivers for the PPC- 179T. Sections include: Driver Installation Updating Drivers...
Before installing the Ethernet driver, note the procedures below. It is necessary to know which operating system is installed on the PPC-179T. Then refer to the corre- sponding installation flow chart. Follow the steps described in the flow chart to com- plete the installation quickly.
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