AXIOMTEK eBOX671-517-FL-DC User Manual

eBOX671-517-FL Series

Embedded System

User’s Manual

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Disclaimers

This manual has been carefully checked and believed to contain accurate information.
Axiomtek Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for any infringements of patents or any third
party’s rights, or any liability arising from such uses.

Axiomtek does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy,
completeness or usefulness of any information in this document. Axiomtek does not make any
commitment to update any information in this manual.

Axiomtek reserves the right to change or revise this document and/or product at any time
without notice.

No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in
any forms or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, among others,
without prior written permissions of Axiomtek Co., Ltd.

Copyright 2019 Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
All Rights Reserved
April 2019, Version A1
Printed in Taiwan

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Safety Precautions

Before getting started, please read the following important safety precautions.

1. The eBOX671-517-FL does not come with an operating system which must be loaded
first before installation of any software into the computer.

2. Be sure to ground yourself to prevent static charge when installing any internal
components. Use a wrist grounding strap and place all electronic components in any
static-shielded devices. Most electronic components are sensitive to static electrical
charge.

3. Disconnect the power cord from the eBOX671-517-FL prior to making any installation.
Be sure both the system and all external devices are turned OFF. Sudden surge of
power could ruin sensitive components. Make sure the eBOX671-517-FL is properly
grounded.

4. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting it to any power
outlet.

5. Turn Off system power before cleaning. Clean the system using a cloth only. Do not
spray any liquid cleaner directly onto the screen.

6. Do not leave equipment in an uncontrolled environment where the storage temperature
is below -40℃ or above 80℃ as it may damage the equipment.

7. Do not open the system’s back cover. If opening the cover for maintenance is a must,
only a trained technician is allowed to do so. Integrated circuits on computer boards are
sensitive to static electricity. To avoid damaging chips from electrostatic discharge,
observe the following precautions:

 Before handling a board or integrated circuit, touch an unpainted portion of the

system unit chassis for a few seconds. This will help discharge any static electricity on
human body.

 When handling boards and components, wear a wrist grounding strap available from

most electronic component stores.

8. Note!! Caution with touch! eBOX671-517-FL will be hot when it's on.

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Classifications

1. Degree of production against electric shock: not classified

2. Degree of protection against ingress of water: IP40

3. Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air,

oxygen or nitrous oxide.

4. Mode of operation: Continuous

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General Cleaning Tips

Please keep the following precautions in mind while understanding the details fully before and
during any cleaning of the computer and any components within.

A piece of dry cloth is ideal to clean the device.

1. Be cautious of any tiny removable components when using a vacuum cleaner to absorb
dirt on the floor.

2. Turn the system off before clean up the computer or any components within.

3. Avoid dropping any components inside the computer or getting circuit board damp or wet.

4. For cleaning, be cautious of all kinds of cleaning solvents or chemicals which may cause
allergy to certain individuals.

5. Keep foods, drinks or cigarettes away from the computer.

Cleaning Tools:

Although many companies have created products to help improve the process of cleaning
computer and peripherals, users can also use house hold items accordingly for cleaning.
Listed below are items available for cleaning computer or computer peripherals.

Pay special attention to components requiring designated products for cleaning as
mentioned below.

 Cloth: A piece of cloth is the best tool to use when rubbing up a component. Although

paper towels or tissues can be used on most hardware as well, it is recommended to use
a piece of cloth.

 Water or rubbing alcohol: A piece of cloth may be somewhat moistened with water or

rubbing alcohol before being rubbed on the computer. Unknown solvents may be harmful
to plastic parts.

 Absorb dust, dirt, hair, cigarette and other particles outside of a computer can be one of

the best methods of cleaning a computer. Over time these items may restrict the airflow
in a computer and cause circuitry to corrode.

 Cotton swabs: Cotton swaps moistened with rubbing alcohol or water are applicable to

reach areas in keyboard, mouse and other areas.

 Foam swabs: If possible, it is better to use lint free swabs such as foam swabs.

.

【Note】: It is strongly recommended that customer should shut down the system before

start to clean any single components.

Please follow the steps below:

1. Close all application programs;

2. Close operating software;

3. Turn off power switch;

4. Remove all devices;

5. Pull out power cable.

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Scrap Computer Recycling

Please inform the nearest Axiomtek distributor as soon as possible for suitable solutions in
case computers require maintenance or repair; or for recycling in case computers are out of
order.

Trademarks Acknowledgments

Axiomtek is a trademark of Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
IBM, PC/AT, PS/2, VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines

Corporation. Intel® and Pentium® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
MS-DOS, Microsoft C and QuickBasic, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8,

Windows 7, Windows XPE, Windows XP, Windows CE embedded, Linux are
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Other brand names and trademarks are the properties and registered brands of their
respective owners.

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Table of Contents

Disclaimers ............................................................................................................. ii

Safety Precautions ................................................................................................ iii

Classifications ....................................................................................................... iv

General Cleaning Tips ........................................................................................... v

Scrap Computer Recycling ................................................................................... vi

SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................ 1

1.1 General Descriptions ......................................................................... 1

1.2 System Specifications ....................................................................... 2

1.2.1 CPU ................................................................................................................... 2

1.2.2 I/O System ........................................................................................................ 3

1.2.3 System Specifications ..................................................................................... 4

1.2.4 Driver CD Contents .......................................................................................... 4

1.3 Dimensions ........................................................................................ 5

1.3.1 System Dimensions ......................................................................................... 5

1.3.2 Wall-mount Bracket Dimensions .................................................................... 6

1.4 I/O Outlets .......................................................................................... 7

1.5 Packing List ........................................................................................ 8

1.6 Model List ........................................................................................... 8

SECTION 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION .................................................... 9

2.1 Installation of CPU ............................................................................ 9

2.2 Installation of 2.5" SATA Device .................................................... 12

2.3 Installation of SO-DIMM ................................................................... 14

2.4 Installation of Mini PCIe Module (Full-size) ................................... 15

2.5 Installation of Flexible I/O Modules ................................................ 17

SECTION 3 JUMPER & CONNECTOR SETTINGS .................................... 19

3.1 Locations of Jumpers & Connectors ............................................. 19

3.2 Summary of Jumper Settings ........................................................ 21

3.3 Connectors ..................................................................................... 22

3.2.1 DC-in Phoenix Power Connector ................................................................. 22

3.2.2 HDMI Connector ............................................................................................. 23

3.2.3 DVI-D ............................................................................................................... 24

3.2.4 VGA ................................................................................................................. 24

3.2.5 Serial Port Connector(COM1~COM2) .......................................................... 25

3.2.6 Ethernet Connector (LAN1~LAN8) ............................................................... 25

3.2.7 USB 3.0 Connector ........................................................................................ 26

3.2.8 USB 2.0 Connector ........................................................................................ 26

3.2.9 Audio Connector ............................................................................................ 27

3.2.10 Isolated Digital I/O ......................................................................................... 27

3.2.11 ATX Power On/OFF ....................................................................................... 27

3.2.12 Reset Button .................................................................................................. 27

3.2.13 SATA Connector (SATA 1~2) ......................................................................... 28

3.2.14 SATA Power Connector (CN18, CN19) ......................................................... 28

3.2.15 SIM Card Slots (S1~S2) ................................................................................. 28

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3.2.16 Full-Size PCI Express Mini Card Slot (CN10 & CN12) ................................ 29

3.2.17 Half-Size Mini Card Slot (CN15 & CN16) ...................................................... 31

SECTION 4 BIOS SETUP UTILITY .............................................................. 33

4.1 Starting ............................................................................................. 33

4.2 Navigation Keys ............................................................................... 33

4.3 Main Menu ........................................................................................ 34

4.4 Advanced Menu ................................................................................ 35

4.5 Chipset Menu ................................................................................... 49

4.6 Boot Menu ........................................................................................ 54

4.7 Save & Exit Menu ............................................................................. 55

APPENDIX A WATCHDOG TIMER .............................................................. 57

About Watchdog Timer .................................................................................. 57

Sample Program ................................ .............................................................. 57

APPENDIX B DIGITAL I/O ........................................................................... 59

APPENDIX C CONFIGURING SATA FOR RAID ......................................... 63

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SECTION 1

INTRODUCTION

This section contains general information and detailed specifications of the eBOX671-517­FL.Section 1 consist of the following sub-sections:

 General Descriptions
 System Specifications
 Dimensions
 I/O Outlets
 Packing List
 Model List

1.1 General Descriptions

A fanless embedded system with 7

th

/ 6th generation Intel

®

Core™ i7/i5/i3 and Celeron

®

processor (formally codename: KabyLake / Skylake) processor with flexible I/O design. To
fulfill different application needs, the flexible embedded system supports WE8S, WES7,
Windows® 10 and Linux, and it can be wall-mounted and Din-rail mounted by optional
requests.

The eBOX671-517-FL is built with an IP40-rated heavy-duty aluminum extrusion, enabling
reliable operation in harsh environments. Moreover, 24V DC power input with power protection,

-40°C to +70°C extended temperature*. To highly reduce deployment time, this fanless

embedded PC supports one optional I/O door for customers to easily install additional I/O
output. It is perfectly suitable for any industrial grade applications.

*. Please refer to 1.2.3 to check the operation temperature specification by the

corresponding processor.

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Features

 LGA1151 socket 7

th

/ 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 & Celeron®

-35/65 watt processor (Kaby Lake / Skylake) with Intel®Q170

 Supports 8 channels gigabit PoE ports, IEEE802.3 af compliance
 Supports Jumbo Frame (9.5k), WoL, PXE Remote Boot, Teaming
 24V DC power input with optional ignition feature supported
 Various of flexible I/O kit supported via Flexible I/O Window

Reliable and Stable Design

The embedded system supports 7th / 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 and
Celeron® 35W or 65W processor, high flexibility and multi-functional design is the
best solution for any industrial field applications.

Flexible Connectivity

It comes with rich I/O interfaces including dual RS-232/422/485 ports, four USB 3.0
ports, two USB 2.0 ports, 6-in/2-out isolated digital I/O and eight GbE/PoE LAN ports.

Embedded O.S. Supported

The eBOX671-517-FL with 6th platform supports W in 7/8/10 and Linux; 7th platform can
support Windows® 10 64 Bit and Linux only.

Various Storage Supported

In terms of storage, the eBOX671-517-FL supports two 2.5" SATA storage drive bay, and one
mSATA device.

1.2 System Specifications

1.2.1 CPU

 CPU

 LGA1151 socket 7

TDP max. up to 35W/65W

 Intel® Cor e™ I7-6700TE/ 7700T/7700 processor
 Intel® Cor e™ I5-6500TE/ 7500T/7500 processor
 Intel® Cor e™ I3-6100TE/ 7101TE processor
 Intel® Celeron

 Chipset

 Intel

 BIOS

 American Megatrends Inc. UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) BIOS.

 System Memory

 Two 260-pin unbuffered DDR4-2133 MHz SO-DIMM socket, up to 32 GB at

®

Q170

the maximum for 6th generation Intel® Core™ processor

 Two 260-pin unbuffered DDR4-2400 MHz SO-DIMM socket, up to 32 GB at

the maximum for 7th generation Intel® Core™ processor

th

/ 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 & Celeron® processor, CPU

®

G3900TE / G4400TE processor

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1.2.2 I/O System

 Display

 1 x HDMI (Resolution:4K/2K@60Hz)
 1 x DVI-D (Resolution:4K/2K@60Hz)
 1 x VGA (Resolution: 1920X1200@60Hz)

【Note】: If users use HDMI /DVI monitor to install graphic driver, please press "win + P"

to "Clone Displays mode" and from Intel Graphics Control Panel -> Multiple Displays -> select
HDMI or DVI as the main screen.

 Ethernet / Power over Ethernet

 8 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet ports(8 x i211-AT)
 IEEE802.3af compliance, max. up to 90W for total 8-CH PoE

 USB Ports

 4 x USB 3.0
 2 x USB 2.0

 Serial Ports

 2 x RS-232/422/485 (COM1~2)

 DIO

 Isolated 6 x DI and 2 x DO

 Audio

 1 x Audio (Mic-in/Line-out)

 Mini Card Interface

 2 x full-size PCI Express Mini Card Slots (USB + PCI Express)
 1 x half-size PCI Express Mini Card Slots(mSATA + USB + PCI Express)
 1 x half-size PCI Express Mini Card Slots(USB signal only)

 Storage

 2 x 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD drive bay
 1 x mSATA (enabled in BIOS setting)

 Indicator

 1 x Green LED as indicator for PWR status
 1 x Green LED as indicator for HDD active
 2 x Green LED as indicator for programmable LED

 Switch

 1 x Power switch
 1 x Reset switch

 SIM & Antenna

 2 x Front-access SIM slot
 4 x SMA type antenna opening

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1.2.3 System Specifications

 Watchdog Timer

 1~255 seconds or minutes; up to 255 levels.

 Power Supply

 24VDC input by terminal block connector

 Operation Temperature

 35W Tj=100°C CPU:

-40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F) with W.T. SSD & DRAM

 65W Tj=100°C CPU:

-40°C to +55°C (-40°F to +131°F) with W.T. SSD & DRAM

 35W Tj=80°C CPU:

-40°C to +50°C (-40°F to +122°F) with W.T. SSD & DRAM

 Storage Temperature

 -40℃ ~+85℃ (-40 ºF ~ 185ºF)

 Humidity

 10% ~ 95% (non-condensation)

 Vibration Endurance

 With SSD: 3Grm (5-500Hz, X, Y, Z directions)

 Shock Test

 With SSD: 50 G, IEC 60068-2-27, half sine, 11 ms duration

 Weight

 4.31 kg (9.5 lb) without package
 5.1 kg (11.24 lb) with package

 Dimension

 280 mm (11.02") (W) x 210mm (8.26") (D) x 79.6 mm (3.13") (H)

1.2.4 Driver CD Contents

 Ethernet
 Chipset
 Graphic
 Serial Port
 USB 3.0
 Intel
 Audio

®

ME

 User Manual
 Quick Manual

【Note】: All specifications and images are subject to change without notice.

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1.3 Dimensions

The following diagrams show dimensions and outlines of the eBOX671-517-FL.

1.3.1 System Dimensions

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1.3.2 Wall-mount Bracket Dimensions

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1.4 I/O Outlets

The following figures show I/O outlets on the eBOX671-517-FL.

Front View

Rear View

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eBOX671-517-FL-DC

Fanless embedded system with LGA1151 socket 7th/6th gen
Intel® Cor e™ i7/i5/i3 & Celeron® processor s, Intel® Q170,
VGA, DVI-D, HDMI, 8-CH PoE, 6 USB and 24 VDC

1.5 Packing List

The eBOX671-517-FL comes with the following bundle package:

 eBOX671-517-FL System Unit x 1
 Quick Installation Guide x 1
 DVD x 1 (For Driver and Manual)
 DRAM Thermal Pad (3T) x 2
 Terminal Block (3P) x 1
 DIO Connector x 1
 CPU Grease x1
 Foot Pad x 4
 Screw pack x 1

1.6 Model List

Please contact Axiomtek’s distributors immediately in case any abovementioned items are
missing.

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Note

Apply pressure to corner with right-hand thumb when opening or
closing load lever - otherwise lever will bounce back (as a mouse trap)
causing bent contacts.

SECTION 2

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

The eBOX671-517-FL is convenient for various hardware configurations, such as 35/65W
CPU, DRAM, HDD (Hard Disk Drive), SSD (Solid State Drive) and PCI Express Mini card
modules. Section 2 contains guidelines for hardware installation.

2.1 Installation of CPU

Step 1 Turn off the system and unplug the power cord.
Step 2 Loosen four screws to remove top cover.

Step 3 Remove the warning label and disengage load lever.

 Disengage load lever by rele
 Rotate load lever to open position at approximately 135°.
 Rotate load plate to open position at approximately 150°.

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Caution

Never touch fragile socket contacts to avoid damage and do not touch processor
sensitive contacts at any time during installation.

Step 4 CPU installation steps:

 Lift processor package from shipping media by grasping the substrate edges.

 Scan the processor package gold pads for any presence of foreign material.
 Locate connection 1 indicator on the processor which aligns with connection 1 indicator

chamfer on the socket, and notice processor keying features that line up with posts along
socket walls.

 Grasp the processor with thumb and index finger along the top and bottom edges.

The socket will have cutouts for your fingers to fit into.

 Carefully place the processor into the socket body vertically.

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Step 5 Align pins of the CPU with pin holes of the socket. Be careful of the

CPU’s orientation that user’s need to align the arrow mark on the CPU
with the arrow key on the socket.

Step 6 And apply the thermal grease evenly on top of the processor.

Step 7 Put the top cover and fasten four screws back onto the system.

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2.2 Installation of 2.5" SATA Device

Step 1 Turn off the system and unplug the power cord.
Step 2 Turn the system upside down to locate seven screws at the bottom and

then loosen all screws.

Step 3 Open the bottom cover.
Step 4 Locate SSD /HDD within the red line as marked.
Please notice the direction of connector for HDD.

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Step 5 Assemble the SSD/HDD with the four HDD mounting screws. Make sure

the PCB side of the SSD/HDD will be facing the bottom cover and
connected the SATA power cable.

.

Step 6 Put the bottom cover and fasten all the screws back onto the system.

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2.3 Installation of SO-DIMM

Step 1 Turn off the system and unplug the power cord.
Step 2 Loosen four screws to remove top cover.

Step 3 Located the dual SO-DIMM sockets on main board.

Step 4 Locate the memory module, insert a gold colored contact into the

socket and push the module two end latches till locked and put the top
DRAM thermal pad from accessory pack onto the top of DRAM.

※Please notice that our SO-DIMM socket already installed thermal pad

on bottom side to be our standard, users must to remove the mylar of
thermal pad then install the corresponding DRAM into the socket, then
refer to above step to paste top thermal pad (Dimension: 3T, from
accessory pack) to complete the DRAM installation.

Step 5 Put the top cover and fasten four screws back onto the system.

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SIM Slot 1 / S1

Full-size mini PCIe - CN10

SIM Slot 2 / S2

Full-size mini PCIe - CN12

2.4 Installation of Mini PCIe Module (Full-size)

Step 1 Turn off the system and unplug the power cord.
Step 2 Turn the system upside down to locate screws at the bottom, and then

loosen all screws.

Step 3 Identify the two full-size mPCIe and two half-size mPCIe slots, insert

your corresponding mPCIe module into the sockets and then fasten all
screws.

Step 4 Put the bottom cover and fasten two screws back onto the system.

※ Please notice that eBOX671-517-FL supports dual SIM slots (SI & S2),
if you would like to install WWAN module into eBOX671, you must to

follow the below table to insert SIM card to corresponding mini PCIe
interface.

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※ Loosen the SIM cover screws and insert the SIM card.

【Note】 The system provides two PCIe slots for SIM card installation. Pay

attention to the orientation when inserting a SIM card: The SIM
card’s contacts must face downward when the card is being
inserted into the SIM1 slot; the card’s contacts must face upward
when it is being inserted into the SIM2 slot.

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Flexible I/O Window for
mPCIe I/O kits

2.5 Installation of Flexible I/O Modules

The eBOX671-517 provides an optional window for customer add flexible I/O
modules, according to different modules , please refer to quick manual

-1CH LAN Module (RJ45*1)

-32CH DIO Module (DB32*1) *

-CAN Bus/CAN Open Module (DB9*2)

-2CH RS-232 w/ half size mPCIe Module (DB9*2)

Steps 1 Prepare the flexible I/O kit as below photo.

EX: CAN Bus Module Kit

Step 2 Turn off the system and unplug the power cord.

Step 3 Open the bottom cover.

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Step 4 Insert the mini PCIe I/O card.

Step 5 Assemble I/O connector with bracket and fix this I/O bracket into the

Flexible I/O Window

Step 6 Put the bottom cover and fasten two screws back onto the system.

【 Note】 Please be informeted that the system might get I/O conflicted

issue if you install two types of mPCIe module which have
compatible issue into this system; we suggest to replace another
module kit to avoid this kind of issues.

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SECTION 3

JUMPER & CONNECTOR SETTINGS

Proper jumper settings configure the eBOX671-517-FL to meet various application needs.
Hereby all jumpers settings along with their default settings are listed for devices onboard.

3.1 Locations of Jumpers & Connectors

SBC87517 Top View

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SBC87517 Bottom View

【Note】 It is strongly recommended that any unmentioned jumper settings

should not be modified without instructions by Axiomtek FAEs. Any
modifications without instructions might cause system failure.

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SW2

Descriptions

Settings

SW2 (1)

For CN15 mSATA mode(Optional)
Option: SW2 switches PIN1 ON

ON

SW2 (1)

For CN15 PCIe mode (Defaults)
Default: SW2 switches PIN1 OFF

OFF

SW2 (2)

Restore BIOS Optimal Defaults
Default: SW2 switches PIN2 ON

ON

SW2 (2)

BIOS Normal Operation
(Default Setting)

OFF

CN7

Descriptions

Settings

CN7 (1-2)

AT Mode:
Enable auto power on

ON

CN7 (2-3)

ATX Mode:
Disable auto power on (Default)

OFF

3.2 Summary of Jumper Settings

Proper DIP switch settings configure the eBOX671-517-FL to meet various application
purposes. Hereby all jumper settings along with their default settings are listed for devices
onboard.

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External Connectors

Sections

DC-in Phoenix Power Connector

3.3.1

HDMI Connector

3.3.2

DVI-D Connector

3.3.3

VGA

3.3.4

Serial Port Connector

3.3.5

Ethernet Connector

3.3.6

USB 3.0 Connector

3.3.7

USB 2.0 Connector

3.3.8

Audio Connector

3.3.9

Isolated Digital I/O Connector

3.3.10

ATX Power On/Off Button

3.3.11

Rest Button

3.3.12

Internal / External Connectors

Sections

Serial ATA (SATA1~2) Connector

3.3.13

SATA Power Connector (CN18, CN19)

3.3.14

SIM Card Slot (S1~S2)

3.3.15

Full-Size Express Mini Card slot (CN10,CN12)

3.3.16

Half-Size Express Mini Card slot (CN15,CN16)

3.3.17

Pins

Signals

1

DC+

2

DC-

3

NC

3.3 Connectors

Please refer to pin assignments below:

3.3.1 DC-in Phoenix Power Connector

The system supports the 24V Phoenix DC-in connector for system power input.
ACC/ ignition feature supported by optional SKU.

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Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

1

HDMI OUT_DATA2+

11

GND

2

GND

12

HDMI OUT Clock-

3

HDMI OUT_DATA2-

13

N.C.

4

HDMI OUT_DATA1+

14

N.C.

5

GND

15

HDMI OUT_SCL

6

HDMI OUT_DATA1-

16

HDMI OUT_SDA

7

HDMI OUT_DATA0+

17

GND

8

GND

18

+5V

9

HDMI OUT_DATA0-

19

HDMI_HTPLG

10

HDMI OUT Clock+

3.3.2 HDMI Connector

The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact digital interface which
is capable of transmitting high-definition video and high-resolution audio over a
single cable.

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Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

1

TMDS Data 2-

9

TMDS Data 1-

17

TMDS Data 0-

2

TMDS Data 2+

10

TMDS Data 1+

18

TMDS Data 0+

3

GND

11

GND

19

GND

4

No use

12

N.C

20

N.C

5

No use

13

N.C

21

N.C

6

DVI_SPD_Clock

14

+5V

22

GND

7

DVI_SPD_Data

15

GND

23

TMDS Clock+

8

No use

16

Hot Plug Detect

24

TMDS Clock-

C1

No use

C2

No use

C4

No use

C3

No use

C5

GND

Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

1

Red

6

GND

11

N.C.

2

Green

7

GND

12

DDC DATA

3

Blue

8

GND

13

Horizontal Sync

4

N.C.

9

VCC

14

Vertical Sync

5

GND

10

GND

15

DDC CLK

3.3.3 DVI-D

3.3.4 VGA

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Pins

RS-232

RS-422

RS-485

1

DCD, Data carrier detect

TX-

Data-

2

RXD, Receive data

TX+

Data+

3

TXD, Transmit data

RX+

NC

4

DTR, Data terminal ready

RX-

NC

5

GND, ground

GND

GND

6

DSR, Data set ready

NC

NC

7

RTS, Request to send

NC

NC

8

CTS, Clear to send

NC

NC

9

RI, Ring indicator

NC

NC

Pins

LAN Signal

Pins

LAN Signal

L1

MDI0+

L5

MDI2+

L2

MDI0-

L6

MDI2-

L3

MDI1+

L7

MDI3+

L4

MDI1-

L8

MDI3-

A

Activity link LED (Orange)
OFF: No link
Blinking: Link established; data activity

detected

B

PoE LED
Green: PoE Activity LED

3.3.5 Serial Port Connector(COM1~COM2)

The system has four serial ports. COM1~COM2 are RS-232/422/485 ports. Please refer to
Chapter 4 for detailed BIOS settings.

3.3.6 Ethernet Connector (LAN1~LAN8)

The eBOX671-517-FL supports eight RJ-45 connectors for LAN1~LAN8 Ethernet
(Intel i211-AT) connectivity and these 8-CH GbE also support Power over Ethernet
(PoE) feature; IEEE802.3af compliance, max. up to 90W for power device.

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Pins

Signal USB Port 0

Pins

Signal USB Port 1

1

USB_VCC (+5V level

standby power)

10

USB_VCC (+5V level

standby power)

2

USB_Data-

11

USB_Data-

3

USB_Data+

12

USB_Data+

4

GND

13

GND

5

SSRX-

14

SSRX-

6

SSRX+

15

SSRX+

7

GND

16

GND

8

SSTX-

17

SSTX-

9

SSTX+

18

SSTX+

Pins

Signal USB Port

1

USB VCC
(+5V level)

2

USB #0_D-

3

USB #0_D+

4

Ground (GND)

3.3.7 USB 3.0 Connector

The Universal Serial Bus connectors are compliant with USB 3.0 (5 GB/s), ideal for
connecting USB peripherals such as scanners, cameras and other USB devices.

3.3.8 USB 2.0 Connector

The Universal Serial Bus connectors are compliant with USB 2.0 (480Mbps), and ideally for
installing USB peripherals such as keyboard, mouse, scanner, etc.

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Pins

Signals

1

Microphone In

2

Line Out

Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

1

COM+

7

IN 0

2

OUT0

8

IN 1

3

OUT1

9

IN 2

4

COM-

10

IN 3

5

DIO_GND

11

IN 4

6

Ext Power

12

IN 5

Functions

Descriptions

On

Turn on/off system

Off

Keep system status

Functions

Descriptions

On

Reset system

Off

Keep system status

3.3.9 Audio Connector

These two audio jacks ideal are for Audio Mic-In and Audio Line-out.

3.3.10 Isolated Digital I/O

The eBOX671-517-FL supports an isolated 6-in/2-out Digital I/O (DIO)

NOTE: Please refer to Appendix B for more information about Digital I/O

3.3.11 ATX Power On/OFF

The ATX power button is on the I/O side. It allows users to control power on/off state of the
eBOX671-517-FL.

3.3.12 Reset Button

The reset button allows users to reset eBOX671-517-FL.

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Pi

n
s

Signals

1

GND

2

SATA_TX+

3

SATA_TX-

4

GND

5

SATA_RX-

6

SATA_RX+

7

GND

Pins

Signals

1

+5V level

2

GND

Pins

Signals

1

PWR

2

RST

3

CLK

4

GND

5

GND

6

VPP

7

I/O 8 GND

3.3.13 SATA Connector (SATA 1~2)

These Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (Serial ATA or SATA) connectors are for
high-speed SATA interfaces. They are computer bus interfaces for connecting to devices such
as hard disk drives. This board has two SATA 3.0 ports with 6Gb/s performance.

3.3.14 SATA Power Connector (CN18, CN19)

Use CN18、CN19 for interfacing to SATA 2.5" HDD power supply.

3.3.15 SIM Card Slots (S1~S2)

The eBOX671-517-FL includes dual SIM slots on the front side of the system for
inserting SIM Card. It is mainly used in 3G/LTE wireless network application on
CN12 (for S2) and CN10 (for S1).

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Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

1

WAKE#

2

+3.3VSB

3

No use

4

GND

5

No use

6

+1.5V

7

No use

8

SIM S2_PWR

9

GND

10

SIM S2_I/O

11

REFCLK-

12

SIM S2_CLK

13

REFCLK+

14

SIM S2_RST

15

GND

16

SIM S2_VPP

17

No use

18

GND

19

No use

20

W_DISABLE

21

GND

22

PERST#

23

PCIE20_RXN

24

+3.3VSB

25

PCIE20_RXP

26

GND

27

GND

28

+1.5V

29

GND

30

SMB_CLK

31

PCIE20_TXN

32

SMB_DATA

33

PCIE20_TXP

34

GND

35

GND

36

USBP_10N

37

GND

38

USBP_10P

39

+3.3VSB

40

GND

41

+3.3VSB

42

No use

43

GND

44

No use

45

No use

46

No use

47

No use

48

+1.5V

49

No use

50

GND

51

No use

52

+3.3VSB

3.3.16 Full-Size PCI Express Mini Card Slot (CN10 & CN12)

The eBOX671-517-FL supports dual full-size PCI-Express Mini Card slots.CN10 and CN12
apply to either PCI-Express or USB 2.0 signals, and comply with PCI-Express Mini Card Spec.
V1.2.

CN10

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Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

1

WAKE#

2

+3.3VSB

3

No use

4

GND

5

No use

6

+1.5V

7

No use

8

SIM S1_PWR

9

GND

10

SIM S1_I/O

11

REFCLK-

12

SIM S1_CLK

13

REFCLK+

14

SIM S1_RST

15

GND

16

SIM S1_VPP

17

No use

18

GND

19

No use

20

W_DISABLE#

21

GND

22

PERST#

23

PCIE19_RXN

24

+3.3VSB

25

PCIE19_RXP

26

GND

27

GND

28

+1.5V

29

GND

30

SMB_CLK

31

PCIE19_TXN

32

SMB_DATA

33

PCIE19_TXP

34

GND

35

GND

36

USB_D8-

37

GND

38

USB_D8+

39

+3.3VSB

40

GND

41

+3.3VSB

42

No use

43

GND

44

No use

45

No use

46

No use

47

No use

48

+1.5V

49

No use

50

GND

51

No use

52

+3.3VSB

CN12

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Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

1

WAKE#

2

+3.3VSB

3

No use

4

GND

5

No use

6

+1.5V

7

No use

8

No use 9 GND

10

No use

11

REFCLK-

12

No use

13

REFCLK+

14

No use

15

GND

16

No use

17

No use

18

GND

19

No use

20

W_DISABLE#

21

GND

22

PERST#

23

PCIE18_RXN/
mSATA5_RXN

24

+3.3VSB
25

PCIE18_RXP/
mSATA5_RXP

26

GND
27

GND

28

+1.5V

29

GND

30

SMB_CLK

31

PCIE18_TXN/
mSATA5_TXN

32

SMB_DATA
33

PCIE18_TXP/
mSATA5_TXP

34

GND
35

GND

36

USB_D8-

37

GND

38

USB_D8+

39

+3.3VSB

40

GND

41

+3.3VSB

42

No use

43

GND

44

No use

45

No use

46

No use

47

No use

48

+1.5V

49

No use

50

GND

51

No use

52

+3.3VSB

3.3.17 Half-Size Mini Card Slot (CN15 & CN16)

CN15 applies to PCI-Express and SATA (mSATA) signals and complies with PCI-Express
Mini Card Spec. V1.2. Thus, users can install an mSATA card into this slot. Please refer to
chapter 3.2 DIP Switch Mode.

CN16 only applies to USB 2.0 signals and complies with PCI-Express Mini Card Spec. V1.2.

CN15

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Pins

Signals

Pins

Signals

1

WAKE# 2 +3.3VSB

3

No use

4

GND

5

No use

6

+1.5V

7

No use 8 No use

9

GND

10

No use

11

No use

12

No use

13

No use

14

No use

15

GND

16

No use

17

No use

18

GND

19

No use

20

W_DISABLE#

21

GND

22

PERST#

23

No use

24

+3.3VSB

25

No use

26

GND

27

GND

28

+1.5V

29

GND

30

SMB_CLK

31

No use

32

SMB_DATA

33

No use

34

GND

35

GND

36

USBP_11N

37

GND

38

USBP_11N

39

+3.3VSB

40

GND

41

+3.3VSB

42

No use

43

GND

44

No use

45

No use

46

No use

47

No use

48

+1.5V

49

No use

50

GND

51

No use

52

+3.3VSB

CN16

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Hot Keys

Descriptions

 Left/Right

The Left and Right <Arrow> keys allow users to select a setup screen.

 Up/Down

The Up and Down <Arrow> keys allow users to select a setup screen or
sub-screen.

+ Plus/Minus

The Plus and Minus <Arrow> keys allow users to change the field value of a
particular setup item.

Tab

The <Tab> key allows users to select setup fields.

F1

The <F1> key allows users to display the General Help screen.

F2

The <F2> key allows users to Load Previous Values.

F3

The <F3> key allows users to Load Optimized Defaults.

F4

The <F4> key allows users to save any changes they made and exit the
Setup. Press the <F4> key to save any changes.

Esc

The <Esc> key allows users to discard any changes they made and exit the
Setup. Press the <Esc> key to exit the setup without saving any changes.

Enter

The <Enter> key allows users to display or change the setup option listed
for a particular setup item. The <Enter> key can also allow users to display
the setup sub- screens.

SECTION 4

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

This section provides users with detailed descriptions in terms of how to set up basic
system configurations through the BIOS setup utility.

4.1 Starting

To enter the setup screens, follow the steps below:

1. Turn on the computer and press the <Del> key immediately.

2. After press the <Del> key, the main BIOS setup menu displays. Users can access to

other setup screens, such as the Advanced and Chipset menus, from the main BIOS
setup menu.

It is strongly recommended that users should avoid changing the chipset’s defaults. Both AMI
and system manufacturer have carefully set up these defaults that provide the best
performance and reliability.

4.2 Navigation Keys

The BIOS setup/utility uses a key-based navigation system called hot keys. Most of the BIOS
setup utility hot keys can be used at any time during the setup navigation process. These keys
include <F1>, <F2>, <Enter>, <ESC>, <Arrow> keys, and so on.

【 Note】: Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.

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4.3 Main Menu

The Main Menu screen is the first screen users see when entering the setup utility. Users can
always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab. System Time/Date can be
set up as described below. The Main BIOS setup screen is also shown below.

BIOS Information

Display the auto-detected BIOS information.

System Language

Choose the system default language.

System Date/Time

Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date
using the <Arrow> keys. Enter new values through the keyboard. Press the <Tab> key or the
<Arrow> keys to move between fields. The date must be entered in MM/DD/YY format. The
time is entered in HH:MM:SS format.

Access Level

Display the access level of current user.

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4.4 Advanced Menu

The Advanced menu also allows users to set configuration of the CPU and other system
devices. Users can select any items in the left frame of the screen to go to sub menus:

► ACPI Settings
► CPU Configurations
► NCT6106D Super IO Configurations
► NCT6106D HW Monitor
► SATA Configurations
► PCH-FW Configurations
► USB Computing
► Utility Configurations
► NCT6106D DIO Configurations
► PoE Configurations

For items marked with “”, please press <Enter> for more options.

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ACPI Settings
Use this screen to select options for the ACPI configuration, and change the value of the

selected option. A description of the selected item appears on the right side of the screen.

ACPI Sleep State

When the sleep button is pressed, the system will be in the ACPI sleep state.
The default is S3 (Suspend to RAM).

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CPU Configurations

This screen shows the CPU version and its detailed information.

Intel Virtualization Technology

It allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously,
enabling one system to virtually function as several systems.

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NCT6106D Super IO Configurations

Use this screen to select options for the NCT6106D Super IO Configurations, and change the
value of the selected option. A description of the selected item appears on the right side of the
screen. For items marked with , please press <Enter> for more options

Serial Port 1~2 (COM1~2) Configurations

Use these items to set parameters related to serial ports 1~2. Default is RS-232 mode.

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NCT6106D HW Monitor

This screen displays the temperature of system and CPU and system voltages (VCORE,
+3.3V, +12V and +5V).

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SATA Configurations

In this Configuration menu, you can see the currently installed hardware in the SATA ports.
During system boot up, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices.

SATA Mode Selection

AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) mode is how SATA controller(s) operate.

Serial ATA Port 1/2/5

It shows the device installed in connector SATA1/2/5, SAT A5 belongs to mSAT A.

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PCH-FW Configuration

This screen shows ME Firmware information.

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USB Devices

Display all detected USB devices.

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Utility Configurations

Base on this page to setup BIOS flash utility and related functions.
BIOS flash utility is a tool for flash BIOS on setup menu. Follow the step to flash BIOS.

1.

Create a folder and rename it to Axiomtek on the root of USB storage (Ex: X:\Axiomtek)

2.

Copy the BIOS file to the Axiomtek folder (Ex: X:\Axiomtek\SBC87517X.005)
(Note : The BIOS file name must contain the word SBC87517)

3.

Enter the BIOS flash utility and locate the BIOS file

4.

Push “Start flash system BIOS”

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NCT6106D DIO Configurations

Use this screen to display DIO polarity and level.

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PoE Configurations

Use this screen to select options for the PoE configurations, eBOX671-517-FL supports 8-CH
PoE, users can base on this screen to adjust their PoE setting. The default PoE power budget
is 90W. A description of the selected item appears on the right side of the screen. For items
marked with , please press <Enter> for more options.

Current Power Budget

Display current total power budget on all ports.
Set Power Budget

Set disconnection power level of a specific power.

Save Current Setting to POE

Save the current setting from menu into the POE non-volatile memory and these user values
become the defaults after any reset.

Load Default Setting

Restore to default setting and save to POE, Default : Power Budget 90w, all ports enabled.

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PoE Port 1 ~ 8

Use this screen to enable or disable 8-CH PoE ports, users can adjust each PoE ports.

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4.5 Chipset Menu

The Chipset menu allows users to change the advanced chipset settings. Users can select
any of the items in the left frame of the screen to go to the sub menus:

► System Agent (SA) Configurations

For items marked with “”, please press <Enter> for more options.

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System Agent (SA) Configurations

Graphics Configuration

Use this item to configure internal graphics controller.

Memory Configuration

Use this item to refer to the information related to system memory.

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Primary IGFX Boot Display
Select the video device which will be activated during POST (Power-On Self-Test).

The default is HDMI (ONBOARD).The image above shows option list in Primary IGFX Boot
Display when no I/O board is installed.

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Memory Configurations
This screen shows the system memory information.

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Administrator Password

This item indicates whether an administrator password has been set (installed or uninstalled).

User Password

This item indicates whether a user password has been set (installed or uninstalled).

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4.6 Boot Menu

The Boot menu allows users to change boot options of the system.

Setup Prompt Timeout

Use this item to set up number of seconds to wait for setup activation key where
65535(0xFFFF) means indefinite waiting.



Bootup NumLock State

Use this item to select the power-on state for the keyboard NumLock.



Boot Option Priorities

These are settings for boot priority. Specify the boot device priority sequence from the

available devices.

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4.7 Save & Exit Menu

The Save & Exit menu allows users to load system configurations with optimal or fail-safe
default values.

Save Changes and Exit

When users have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave
Setup and return to Main Menu. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Save & Exit menu
and press <Enter>. Select Yes to save changes and exit.

Discard Changes and Exit

Select this option to quit Setup without making any permanent changes to the system
configurations and return to Main Menu. Select Discard Changes and Exit from the Save &
Exit menu and press <Enter>. Select Yes to discard changes and exit.

Save Changes and Reset

When completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave Setup and
reboot the computer so the new system configurations take effect. Select Save Changes and
Reset from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. Select Yes to save changes and reset.

Discard Changes and Reset

Select this option to quit Setup without making any permanent changes to the system
configuration and reboot the computer. Select Discard Changes and Reset from the Save &
Exit menu and press <Enter>. Select Yes to discard changes and reset.

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Save Changes

When completed the system configuration changes, select this option to save changes. Select
Save Changes from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. Select Yes to save changes.

Discard Changes

Select this option to quit Setup without making any permanent changes to the system
configurations. Select Discard Changes from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. Select
Yes to discard changes.

Restore Defaults

It automatically sets all Setup options to a complete set of default settings when users select
this option. Select Restore Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>.

Save as User Defaults

Select this option to save system configuration changes done so far as User Defaults. Select
Save as User Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>.

Restore User Defaults

It automatically sets all Setup options to a complete set of User Defaults when users select
this option. Select Restore User Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>.

Boot Override

Select a drive to immediately boot that device regardless of the current boot order.

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STEP

Sample code

Note

1. Enter configuration mode

O 2E 87
O 2E 87

Un-lock super I/O

Un-lock super I/O

2. Select logic device

O 2E 07
O 2F 08

Select logic register

Switch to WDT device

3. Enable WDT device

O 2E 30
O 2F 01

Select register

Enable WDT

4. Set time unit

O 2E F0
O 2F M

Select logic register

M = 08h (Minute) ,
M = 00h (Second)

5. Set timer

O 2E F1
O 2F 0A

Select logic register

Set timer (where 0A (hex) = 10sec)

APPENDIX A

WATCHDOG TIMER

About Watchdog Timer

Software stability is a major issue in most applications. Some embedded systems are not
watched by humans for 24 hours. It is usually too slow to wait for someone to reboot when a
computer hangs. The system needs to be able to reset automatically when things go wrong.
The watchdog timer gives us solutions in this regard.

The watchdog timer is a counter that triggers a system to reset when it counts down to zero
from a preset value. The software starts the counter with an initial value and must reset it
periodically. If the counter ever reaches zero, it means the software has crashed, the system
will reboot.

Sample Program

The following example enables configurations using debug tool.

Enable Watchdog timer

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STEP

Sample code

Note

1. Enter configuration mode

O 2E 87
O 2E 87

Un-lock super I/O

Un-lock super I/O

2. Select logic device

O 2E 07
O 2F 08

Select logic register

Switch to WDT device

3. Disable WDT device

O 2E 30
O 2F 00

Select register
Disable WDT

Disable Watchdog timer

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APPENDIX B

DIGITAL I/O

Digital I/O Specification

Digital Input:

Input channels: 6, sink/source type
Input voltage: 0 to 30VDC at 25Hz
Input level for dry contacts:
Logic level 0: close to ground
Logic level 1: open
Input level for wet contacts:
Logic level 1: +/-3VDC max.
Logic level 0: +/- 10VDC min. to +/-30VDC max. (source to digital input)

Digital output:

output channels: 2, sink type
output current: 200mA max. per channel
on-state voltage:12~ 24VDC nominal
Isolation: 3.75 KV
Max voltage on COM+: 30VDC

Digital I/O Software Programming

 Super IO GPIO4 Group, Location: Address F1h
 GPIO40~41 is output,GPIO42~47 is input

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About Programmable Digital I/O

LED eBOX671-517-FL supports Isolated digital I/O which allows user to
4DI or 2DO. Please refer to Driver CD for sample code and demo tool.

【

Note】DIO Status Bit1~2 are DO. When select it, can check DO active low.

LED bit1 correspond to front side P0 LED,
LED bit2 correspond to front side P1 LED, When select it, can check LED off.

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APPENDIX C

CONFIGURING SATA FOR RAID

Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) for RAID (Controller: Intel® Q170)

Before you begin the SATA configuration, please prepare four SATA hard drives (to ensure
optimal performance, it is recommended that you use two hard drives with the identical model
and capacity). If you do not want to create RAID with the SATA controller, you may prepare
only one hard drive.

Please follow the steps below to configure SATA hard drive(s):

1. Install SATA hard drive(s) in your system.

2. Enter the BIOS Setup to configure SATA controller mode and boot sequence.

3. Configure RAID using the RAID BIOS.

1. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your system.

Connect one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive, and the other
end to an available SATA port on the board. Then, connect the power connector of power
supply to the hard drive.

2. Configuring SATA controller mode and boot sequence by the BIOS Setup.

You have to make sure whether the SATA controller is configured correctly by system BIOS
Setup and set up BIOS boot sequence for the SATA hard drive(s).

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2.1. Turn on your system, and then press the <Del> button to enter BIOS Setup during running

POST (Power-On Self-Test). If you want to create RAID, just go to the Advanced Settings
menu\SATA Configuration, select the “SATA Mode Selection”, and press <Enter> for
more options.

A list of options appears. Please select “Intel RST Premium”.

2.2. Save and exit the BIOS Setup.

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3. Configuring RAID by the RAID BIOS.

Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed if you
do not want to create a RAID.

3.1. After the POST memory testing and before the operating system booting, a message

"Press <Ctrl-I> to enter Configuration Utility" shows up. Press <Ctrl + I> to enter the RAID
BIOS setup utility.

3.2. After you press <Ctrl + I>, the Create RAID Volume screen will appear. If you want to

create a RAID array, select the Create RAID Volume option in the Main Menu and press
<Enter>.

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3.3. After entering the Create Volume Menu screen, you can type the disk array name with

1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) in the item “Name:”.

3.4. When finished, press <Enter> to select a RAID level. There are two RAID levels: RAID0,

RAID1. Select a RAID level and press <Enter>.
Note: eBOX671-517 support RAID0, RAID1 Only.

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3.5. Set the stripe block size. The KB is the standard unit of stripe block size. The stripe block

size can be 4KB to 128KB. After the setting, press <Enter> for the array capacity.

3.6. After setting all the items on the menu, select Create Volume and press <Enter> to start

creating the RAID array.

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3.7. When prompting the confirmation, press <Y> to create this volume, or <N> to cancel the

creation.

After the creation is completed, you will see detailed information about the RAID array in the
Disk/Volume Information section, including RAID mode, disk block size, disk name, disk
capacity, etc.

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Delete RAID volume

If you want to delete a RAID volume, select the Delete RAID Volume option in Main Menu.
Press <Enter> and follow on-screen instructions.

Please press <Esc> to exit the RAID BIOS utility. Now, you can proceed to install a SATA
driver controller and the operating system.

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