Asus PE100A User’s Manual
PE100A
Desktop PC
User Manual
E17363
Revised Edition V3
November 2020
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Contents
About this manual............................................................................................................. |
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Conventions used in this manual......................................................................................... |
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Typography |
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Package contents............................................................................................................... |
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Chapter 1: |
Getting to know your Edge Computer |
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1.1 |
Features....................................................................................................................... |
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1.1.1 |
Front ........................................................................................................................view |
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1.1.2 |
Rear view.......................................................................................................................... |
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1.2 |
Motherboard .........................................................................................Overview |
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Motherboard ....................................................................................................layout |
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Pico-ITX .................................................................................................motherboard |
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Secondary ...................................................................................................I/O board |
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Chapter 2: |
Using your Edge Computer |
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2.1 |
Getting started......................................................................................................... |
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2.1.1 Connect ...............................the AC power adapter to your Edge Computer |
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2.1.2 Connect .............................................a display panel to your Edge Computer |
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2.1.3 Connect .............................................the USB cable from keyboard or mouse |
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2.1.4 Turn on ...................................................................................your Edge Computer |
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2.2 |
Turning your .......................................................................Edge Computer off |
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Chapter 3: |
Upgrading your Edge Computer |
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3.1 |
Removing ...............................................................................the bottom cover |
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3.2 |
Replacing the ................................................................................bottom cover |
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3.3 |
Removing ........................................................................................the top cover |
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3.4 |
Replacing the ........................................................................................top cover |
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Installing the ................................Mini PCIe or mSATA card (Bottom side) |
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Installing a ........................................................nano SIM card (Bottom side) |
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Installing an ..........................................................................SD card (Top side) |
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Installing the ..............................................................wireless card (Top side) |
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Installing the .....................................................................antennas (optional) |
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3.10 |
Installing the ......................................................................................wall mount |
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Installing the ...........................................................terminal block (optional) |
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Chapter 4: Setting up your Edge Computer |
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4.1 |
Requirements............................................................................................................ |
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4.2 |
Flashing the PE100A............................................................................................... |
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Appendix |
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Safety information............................................................................................................. |
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Setting up your system............................................................................................................ |
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Care during use........................................................................................................................... |
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Regulatory notices............................................................................................................. |
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ASUS contact information............................................................................................... |
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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Edge Computer, organized through the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Getting to know your Edge Computer
This chapter details the hardware components of your Edge Computer.
Chapter 2: Using your Edge Computer
This chapter provides you with information on using your Edge Computer.
Chapter 3: Upgrading your Edge Computer
This chapter provides you with information on how to upgrade the memory modules, wireless modules, and hard disk drive / solid state drive of your Edge Computer.
Chapter 4: Setting up your Edge Computer
This chapter will guide you on setting up your Edge Computer for the first time.
Appendix
This section includes notices and safety statements your Edge Computer.
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Conventions used in this manual
To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows:
IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks.
WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing certain tasks and prevent damage to your Edge Computer's data and components.
Typography
Bold text |
Indicates a menu or an item to select. |
Italic |
This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual. |
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Package contents
Your Edge Computer package contains the following items:
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AC power adapter* |
Power cord* |
Wall mount kit
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NOTE:
•*The bundled power adapter may vary by model and territories.
•Some bundled accessories may vary with different models. For details on these accessories, refer to their respective user manuals.
•The device illustration is for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with models.
•If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper use within the warranty period, bring the warranty card to the ASUS Service Center for replacement of the defective components.
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Getting to know your Edge Computer
1.1Features
1.1.1Front view
Antenna hole
The antenna hole allows you to connect a wireless antenna to enhance wireless signal reception.
Power button
The power button allows you to turn the Edge Computer on or off. You can use the power button to put your Edge Computer to sleep mode or press it for ten (10) seconds to force shutdown your Edge Computer.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® OTG port
This USB Type-C® OTG (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s, and provides a maximum of 5V/1.5A output. This port supports OTG mode that can be taken to replace UART debug console.
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LAN port
The Realtek® RTL8211 Ethernet controllers with 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for 10/100/1000 Mbps connection to a local network.
LAN port
The Intel® I211-AT Gigabit Ethernet controllers with 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for 10/100/1000 Mbps connection to a local network.
HDMI port
The integrated 19-pin HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) 2.0 port with a receptacle connector can support resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz on external display devices.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
The USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s.
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1.1.2Rear view
Antenna hole
The antenna hole allows you to connect a wireless antenna to enhance wireless signal reception.
Serial (COM) terminal connector
The 10-pin Serial (COM) terminal connector can support 1 x RS-232/422/485 and 1 x RS-232/CAN Bus COM headers and allows you to connect devices that have serial ports such as bar code scanner, modem, or printers. Please refer to the illustrations below for the pin definition of the Serial (COM) terminal connector.
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Isolated DIO connector
The Isolated Digital Input/Output (DIO) connector provides electrical isolation (up to 2500 VDC) of digital input and output signals, which allow micro controllers to detect and output logic states. The high voltage protection can be used in industrial level uses. Please refer to the illustration below for the pin definition of the Isolated DIO connector.
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Power input
The supplied terminal block power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Edge Computer.
WARNING! The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.
Functional Earth Ground
The Functional Earth Ground provides you with a grounding point.
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1.2Motherboard Overview
1.2.1Motherboard layout
The PE100A is an Edge Computer based on a Pico-ITX motherboard, and is supported by a secondary I/O board for extra functionality. Please refer to the table for the page numbers of the numbered items.
Pico-ITX motherboard
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Secondary I/O board
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Layout contents |
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Boot Mode switch |
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M.2 Wi-Fi slot |
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Micro SD card slot |
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I2C connector |
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SPI TPM connector |
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RTC Battery connector |
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IO Board-to-Board connector |
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Secondary I/O board |
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IO board switch |
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Mini PCIe/mSATA slot |
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Nano SIM Card slot |
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Motherboard Board-to-Board connector |
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1.2.2Pico-ITX motherboard
1.Boot Mode switch
The Boot Mode switch allows you to configure between different boot modes and the location to boot from. Please refer to the table below for the different boot modes.
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Serial Downloader |
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ON |
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Internal Boot (default) |
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Boot Mode |
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Boot type |
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OFF |
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eMMC (default) |
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OFF |
SD |
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2.M.2 Wi-Fi slot
The M.2 Wi-Fi slot allows you to install an M.2 Wi-Fi module (E-key, type 2230).
NOTE: The M.2 Wi-Fi module is purchased separately.
3.Micro SD Card slot
The Micro SD Card slot allows you to install a Micro SD card.
NOTE: The Micro SD card is purchased separately.
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4.I2C connector
The I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)connector allows you to connect an I2C compatible IoT security module.
Connector type Header 2x3p, K6, 2.0mm pitch
5.SPI TPM connector
The SPI TPM connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
Connector type Header 2x7p,K14, 2.0mm pitch
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6.RTC Battery connector
The RTC Battery connector allows you to connect the lithium CMOS battery.
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