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ACS-2685 Box PC

User Manual

Release Date Revision

Nov. 2012 V1.0

® 2012 Aplex Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Published in Taiwan

Aplex Technology, Inc.

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Warning!___________________________________

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions manual, it may cause interference to radio communications.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to
FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.

Electric Shock Hazard – Do not operate the machine with its back cover removed. There are
dangerous high voltages inside.

Disclaimer

This information in this document is subject to change without notice. In no event shall Aplex
Technology Inc. be liable for damages of any kind, whether incidental or consequential, arising
from either the use or misuse of information in this document or in any related materials.

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Packing List

Accessories (as ticked) included in this package are:

□ AC power cable

□ Driver & manual CD disc

□ Other.___________________(please specify)

Safety Precautions

Follow the messages below to prevent your systems from damage:

◆ Avoid your system from static electricity on all occasions.

◆ Prevent electric shock. Don‘t touch any components of this card when the card is

power-on. Always disconnect power when the system is not in use.

◆ Disconnect power when you change any hardware devices. For instance, when you
connect a jumper or install any cards, a surge of power may damage the electronic
components or the whole system.

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Table of Contents______________________

Warning!…………………………………………………………………………….……..….2
Disclaimer………………………………………………………………….…………………2
Packing List…………………………………………………………………………………..3
Safety Precautions…………………………………………………………………………..3

Chapter 1 Getting Started

1.1 Specifications……………………………………….……………………..6

1.2 Dimensions………………………………...………………………….......8

1.3 Brief Description………………………..…………………………….……10

1.4 Installation of HDD………………….…………………………….…..11

1.5 Installation of PCI Add-on………..………………….……………………12

1.6 Instructions for use of internal USB dongle.........................................13

1.7 Installation of Wall Mount Bracket.......................................................14

Chapter 2 Hardware

2.1 Mainboard………………..…….……………………………………..…..19

2.2 Installations…….…………………………………….…………………...20

2.2.1 Jumpers Setting and Connectors……...………..………………….....20

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

3.1 Operations after POST Screen...........................................................41

3.2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY......................................................................42

3.3 System Overview........................................................................42

3.4 Advanced Settings.....................................................................43

3.5 Advanced PCI/PnP Settings.....................................................52

3.6 Boot Settings..................................................................... 55

3.7 Security Settings.................................................................57

3.8 Advanced Chipset Settings.......................................................58

3.9 Exit Options.....................................................................65

Chapter 4 Installation of Drivers

4.1 Intel Chipset Driver.…………………………...…………………………68

4.2 Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver...……………………………..71

4.3 Intel 82574L LAN Device Driver………………………………………….75

4.4 Realtek ALC662 HD Audio Driver Installation…….………….…………78

4.5 Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Service Installation……………………80

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Figures

Figure 1.1: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 AC input………………….…..…....8

Figure 1.2: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 AC input with DVD Device…….…8
Figure 1.3: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 DC input…………………………...9

Figure 1.4: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 DC input with DVD Device...........9

Figure 1.5: Left-front View of ACS-2685......................................................10

Figure 1.6: Right-front View of ACS-2685...................................................10

Figure 1.7: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 1...............................................14

Figure 1.8: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 with DVD Device Type 2....................15

Figure 1.9: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 with DVD Device Type 3....................16

Figure 1.10: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 4.............................................17

Figure 1.11: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 5..............................................18

Figure 2.1: Mainboard Dimensions…………………………………..…….....19

Figure 2.2: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Top………………...20

Figure 2.3: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Bottom…………....21

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Chapter 1 System

Specs

ACS-2685

Processor

Intel Socket P Core 2 Duo 45nm Processor, Up to
P8600 2.4Ghz FSB1066/800/667MHz

System Chipset

Intel GM45 + Intel ICH9M-E

System Memory

2 x 204 Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM slot, up to 8GB 800/1066

Front Side I/O

 2 x DB9 RS-232
 1 x DB15 VGA
 2 x RJ45 GbE LAN connectors
 4 x USB 2.0 connectors
 1 x Mic-in, Line-Out
 1 x DC Power 3 Pin terminal block connector
 1 x 2 Pin power switch connector
 1 x COM RS-422/485 (COM3, default:RS-485)
 1 x COM RS-232 (COM4)
 1 x 10 Pin terminal block for 1 Ground/VCC/ 4 in & out DIDO

Expansion Slots

 1 x PCI and PCIe x1 default
 2 x PCI for option

Storage

 2 x 2.5" SATA HDD
 1 x External CF Slot

Power Supply

 9~32V DC default
 AC Power Input for option

LED Indicator

HDD/Power

CD/DVD-R Device

DVD Device for Option

Wireless

2 x antenna holes at front side for option

Optional Fan

2 x 40 x 40 mm System Fan Space(rear and front)

OS Support

Windows XP Embedded, Windows Embedded Standard 7,
Windows 7 Pro for Embedded

Construction / Color

Steel and Aluminum Heatsink / White

Mounting

 Wall Mount default
 Din Rail Mount for option

Dimensions

(WxHxD mm)

211.2x203.5x155

211.2x203.5x177 (with DVD Device)

Net Weight

5.9kgs

Operating Temperature

0~50 °C

Storage Temperature

-20~60 °C

1.1 Specifications

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Storage Humidity

10%~90%@ 40℃, non-condensing

Vibration

MIL-STD-810F 514.5C-2 (with CF or SSD)

Shock

50G Half sine(11 msec. duration)/operation with CF/SSD (IEC
60068-2-27)

Drop

92cm(1 Corner, 3 Edge, 6 Surface)

Certificate

CE / FCC Class A

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1.2 Dimensions

System Fan location

Figure 1.1: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 AC input

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Figure 1.2: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 AC input with DVD Device

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System Fan location

System Fan location

Figure 1.3: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 DC input

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Figure 1.4: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 DC input with DVD Device

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1.3 Brief Description of the ACS-2685

The ACS-2685 is a Fan-less High-efficiency Thermal Solution and ultra-compact standalone Box PC,
powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo with 45nm, up to P8600 2.4GHz, and supporting 4 x USB 2.0 ports, 4
x COM Ports, 1 x VGA, support PCI or PCIe Expansion, 2 x SATA HDD space, 1 x external CF slot,
9-32V wide-ranging power input etc. It is ideal for kiosks, POS systems, airport terminal controllers,
digital entertainments, etc. and running factory operations from small visual interface and
maintenance applications to large control process applications. The ACS-2685 works very well along
with any of our Display Monitor series and it absolutely can provide an easy way to perform control
and field maintenance.

Figure 1.5: Left-front View of ACS-2685

Figure 1.6: Right-front View of ACS-2685

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1.4 Installation of HDD

Step 1

There is one screw which connects to the
chassis. Pull out the chassis towards the I/O
side after unscrewing as shown in the picture

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Step 2

There are 2 screws to deal with when enclosing
or removing the HDD bracket as shown in the
picture ACS-2685

Step 3

Loosen screw and draw the HDD bracket out as
shown in the picture ACS-2685

Step 4

That’s how it should look after it has been
installed.

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1.5 Installation of PCI Add-on

Step 1

There is one screw which connects to the
chassis. Pull out the chassis towards the I/O
side after unscrewing as shown in the picture
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Step 2

Now slide the add on into the PCI slot, making
sure the golden part faces the slot. When the
part that is interfaced together come into the
right contact, slightly push the add on into the
rail of the slot.

After sliding the add on into the PCI expansion
slot, get the one screw as circled tightened to
finish the connection.

** Half Expansion-card limit to be not more than
175mm length

Step 3

Tighten the 1 screw as shown in the picture.

That’s how it should look after it has been

installed.

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1.6 Instructions for use of internal USB dongle

Step 1

There is one screw which connects to the
chassis. Pull out the chassis towards the I/O
side after unscrewing as shown in the picture
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Step 2

Now slide into the USB dongle as shown in the
picture ACS-2685

Step 3

Tighten the 1 screw as shown in the picture.

That’s how it should look after it has been

installed.

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1.7 Installation of Wall Mount Bracket

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Figure 1.7: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 1

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Figure 1.8: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 with DVD Device Type 2

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Figure 1.9: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 with DVD Device Type 3

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Figure 1.10: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 4

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Figure 1.11: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 5

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Chapter 2 Hardware

2.1 Mainboard

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Figure 2.1: Mainboard Dimensions

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2.2 Installations

ASB-M801 is a Mini-ITX industrial motherboard developed on the basis of Intel GM45 and
ICH9M, which provides abundant peripheral interfaces to meet the needs of different customers. Also,
it features dual 1000M LAN port, 6-COM port and one Mini PCIE configuration. To satisfy the special
needs of high-end customers, PC104+ type (120 pins, Aplex designed) connector richer extension
functions. The product is widely used in various sectors of industrial control.

2.2.1 Jumpers Setting and Connectors

Figure 2.2: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Top

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JP2

Mode

Open

ATX Power

Close

Auto Power on

(Default)

RTC/SRTC

CMOS

Figure 2.3: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Bottom

1. JP2:

(2.0mm Pitch 1X2 Pin Header),ATX Power and Auto Power on jumper setting.

2. RTC/SRTC:

(2.0mm Pitch 1X2 Pin Header)CMOS clear jumper, CMOS clear operation will
permanently reset old BIOS settings to factory defaults.

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Open

NORMAL

(Default)

Close 1-2

Clear CMOS

Procedures of CMOS clear:

Pin#

Signal
Name

Pin1

VBAT

PIN2

Ground

Pin#

Power

Input

Pin1

DC+9V~32

V

Pin2

Ground

Pin3

Ground

Power Mode

Location
(5.4.4.)

Location
(5.4.5.)

Location (5.4.6.)

ATX

a) Turn off the system and unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
b) To clear the CMOS settings, use the jumper cap to close pins1 and 2 for about 3

seconds then reinstall the jumper clip back to pins open.
c) Power on the system again.
d) When entering the POST screen, press the <F1> or <DEL> key to enter CMOS Setup

Utility to load optimal defaults.
e) After the above operations, save changes and exit BIOS Setup.

3. BAT1 :

(1.25mm Pitch 1X2 box Pin Header) 3.0V Li battery is embedded to provide power for
CMOS.

4. DCIN:

(5.08mm Pitch 1x3 Pin Connector),DC9V ~ DC32V System power input connector。

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DCIN

ATX12V

AT

(Default)

input

DC9~32V

output

DC 12V

NC

Pin#

Power

output

Pin1

Ground

Pin2

Ground

Pin3

DC+12V

Pin4

DC+12V

Pin#

Signal Name

Pin1

ATX PSON

PIN2

ATX Ground

PIN3

ATX 5VSB

5. ATX12V:

(2x2 Pin Connector),DC12V System power output connector.

6. ATX (option):

(2.0mm Pitch 1X3 box Pin Header), connect PSON and 5VSB and Ground
signal,support ATX Power model. Reserved.

7. CPU1:

(Socket P), installing the CPU Socket.

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Pin#

Signal Name

1

Ground

2

VCC

3

Rotation
detection

Signal Name

Pin#

Pin#

Signal Name

CRT_RED

1

2

Ground

CRT_GREEN

3

4

Ground

CRT_BLUE

5

6

VGA_EN

CRT_H_SYN

7

8

CRT_DDCDAT

8. CPU_FAN1/SYS_FAN1:

(2.54mm Pitch 1x3 Pin Header),Fan connector, cooling fans can be connected directly
for use. You may set the rotation condition of cooling fan in menu of BIOS CMOS Setup.

Note:

Output power of cooling fan must be limited under 5W.

9. SODIMM1/SODIMM2:

(SO-DIMM 204Pin socket), DDRIII memory socket, the socket is located at the Top of the board

and supports 204Pin 1.5V DDRIII 800/1066MHz FSB SO-DIMM memory module up to
8GB.

10. CRT1:

(CRT DB15 Connector ),Video Graphic Array Port, provide high-quality video output.

they can not work at the same time for CRT1 and VGA1.

11. VGA1:

(CRT 2.0mm Pitch 2X5 Pin Header), Video Graphic Array Port, Provide 2x5Pin cable

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C

A

CRT_V_SYNC

9

10

CRT_DDCCL
K

Pin#

Signal Name

1

+DC12V

2

+DC12V

3

Ground

4

Ground

5

BKLT_EN

6

BKLT_CTRL

Signal Name

Pin#

Pin#

Signal Name

VDD5

2

1

VDD5

Ground

4

3

Ground

VDD33

6

5

VDD33

LB_D0_N

8

7

LA_D0_N

LB_D0_P

10

9

LA_D0_P

Ground

12

11

Ground

LB_D1_N

14

13

LA_D1_N

LA_D1_P

16

15

LA_D1_P

Ground

18

17

Ground

LB_D2_N

20

19

LA_D2_N

12. INVERTER1:

(2.0mm Pitch 1x6 box Pin Header), Backlight control connector for LVDS1.

Note:

Pin6 is backlight control signal, support DC or PWM mode, mode select at BIOS CMOS

menu.

13. LVDS1:

(1.25mm Pitch 2x20 Connector), For 18/24-bit LVDS output connector, Fully supported
by Intel GM45 chipset, the interface features dual channel 18/24-bit output.

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