Contec IPC-BX/600(PCW), IPC-BX/600(PCW)C, IPC-BX/600(PCW)CP, IPC-BX/600(PCW)C4P User Manual

IPC Series

BOX-PC

IPC-BX/600(PCW),
IPC-BX/600(PCW)C,
IPC-BX/600(PCW)CP,
IPC-BX/600(PCW)C4P

User's Manual

CONTEC CO.,LTD.

Copyright

Copyright 2001 CONTEC CO., LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form

by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD.

CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep
current the information contained in this document.
The information in this document is subject to change without
notice.

All relevant issues have been considered in the preparation of this
document. Should you notice an omission or any questionable
item in this document, please feel free to notify
CONTEC CO., LTD.

Regardless of the foregoing statement, CONTEC assumes no
responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document nor
for results obtained by the user as a result of using this product.

Trademarks

MS, Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. Other brand and product names are trademarks of
their respective holder.

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Table of Contents

Copyright...........................................................................i

Trademarks........................................................................ i

1.Introduction .................................................................. 1

Features........................................................................ 1

Compatible Operating Systems................................... 2

Limited One-Year Warranty........................................ 2

How to Obtain Service................................................. 2

Liability ........................................................................ 2

Handling Precautions.................................................. 3

About the Manual ........................................................ 5

2.Overview....................................................................... 7

Specifications.................................................................... 7

System Configuration ...................................................... 9

External Dimensions...................................................... 10

3.Hardware Setup.......................................................... 15

Before Using the BOX-PC for the First Time...............15

Hardware Setup ............................................................. 16

Removing the Top Cover and HDD Bracket............. 16

Locations and Settings of Internal Connectors and

Jumpers...................................................................... 18

Installing the Hard Disk............................................ 20

Installing the Main Memory (DIMM)....................... 21

Fastening the Power Cable........................................ 23

Installation Requirements......................................... 24

4.BIOS Setup ................................................................. 27

BIOS Setup.....................................................................27

Starting the Setup Screen ......................................... 27

Keystrokes.................................................................. 28

Main Menu ................................................................. 29

IDE Adapter Window................................................. 30

Embedded Window..................................................... 31

Advanced Window...................................................... 34

PCI Configuration Window........................................ 36

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Cache Memory Window.............................................. 37

I/O Device Configuration Window............................. 38

Security Window......................................................... 41

Power Window............................................................42

Boot Window............................................................... 43

Exit Window................................................................44

5.Each Component Function...........................................47

Component Identification .......................................... 47

Keyboard Interface.....................................................50

Mouse Interface.......................................................... 50

Floppy Disk Interface.................................................51

Serial Port Interface...................................................53

CRT Interface ............................................................. 61

PCMCIA Slots (C, CP and C4P Models)....................62

Printer Port Interface.................................................63

RAS Functions............................................................64

Watchdog Timer.......................................................... 65

General-purpose I/O and Remote Reset....................72

S1................................................................................. 76

Reset Switch ............................................................... 76

USB Ports ................................................................... 77

Ethernet......................................................................78

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Interface.................... 79

IDE Interface.............................................................. 81

Expansion Slots (CP and C4P Model) ....................... 83

6.Appendix......................................................................91

Memory Map................................................................... 91

I/O Port Addresses..........................................................92

Interrupt Level List........................................................ 93

7.List of Options .............................................................95

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1. Introduction

CONTEC has been actively engaged in the development of
software that is indispensable to the optimization of systems and for
factory automation. Recent years have seen an increasing number
of users who embrace FA and LA utilizing personal computers. In
response to this trend, CONTEC has developed and marketed FA
computers (the IPC series) and a variety of interface boards.

The BOX-PC is a compact FA computer loaded with every function
needed. The following four models are available:

Basic Model

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)

Model with PCMCIA Card and Panel Link I/F

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)C

Model with PCMCIA Card, Panel Link I/F and Expansion Slot

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)CP (Expansion 2 slots)
IPC-BX/M600(PCW)C4P (Expansion 4 slots)

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Features

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- Equipped with the latest Low Power Celeron 400MHz CPU

- Fan-less operation achieved by natural air-cooling

- Ten-year long-life power supply at an ambient temperature of
40°C

- Long, reliable supply (The CPU and chip set are embedded
versions.)

- Adoption of BIOS (Phoenix Technologies, Ltd.) customized by
CONTEC to support the BIOS level

- Equipped with 100BASE-TX LAN standard

- Equipped with a secondary-IDE connector to allow an optional
external CD-ROM to be connected

- Equipped with a Panel Link I/F in addition to CRT I/F (C, CP,
C4P model)

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1. Introduction

Compatible Operating Systems

- Windows 2000 Professional

- Windows NT 4.0 Workstation

- Windows 98 Second Edition

Limited One-Year Warranty

CONTEC Interface boards are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD.
to be free from defects in material and workmanship for up to one
year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.

Repair will be free of charge only when this device is returned
freight prepaid with a copy of the original invoice and a Return
Merchandise Authorization to the distributor or the CONTEC group
office, from which it was purchased.

This warranty is not applicable for scratches or normal wear, but
only for the electronic circuitry and original boards. The warranty
is not applicable if the device has been tampered with or damaged
through abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or unreasonable use, or if the
original invoice is not included, in which case repairs will be
considered beyond the warranty policy.

How to Obtain Service

For replacement or repair, return the device freight prepaid, with a
copy of the original invoice. Please obtain a Return Merchandise
Authorization Number (RMA) from the CONTEC group office
where you purchased before returning any product.

* No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the

RMA number.

Liability

The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product.
In no event will the warrantor be liable for any incidental or
consequential damages due to such defect or consequences that arise
from inexperienced usage, misuse, or malfunction of this device.

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Handling Precautions

Take the following precautions when handling this product.

- Do not use or store the product in a location exposed to extremely
high or low temperature or susceptible to rapid temperature
changes.
Example: - Exposure to direct sun

- In the vicinity of a heat source

- Do not use the product in extremely humid or dusty locations. It
is extremely dangerous to use the product with its interior
penetrated by water or any other fluid or conductive dust. If the
product must be used in such an environment, install it on a dust­proof control panel, for example.

- Avoid using or storing the device in locations subject to shock or
vibration.

- Do not use the product in the vicinity of devices that generate
strong magnetic force or noise. Such devices will cause this
device to malfunction.

- Do not use or store the product in the presence of chemicals.

- The lower center of the left face (seen from the connector's front
surface) may become hot. To avoid being burned, do not touch
that section while the product is in operation or immediately after
turning off the power. Avoid installation in a location where
people may come into contact with that section.

- To clean the BOX-PC, wipe it gently with a soft cloth dampened
with either water or mild detergent. Do not use chemicals or a
volatile solvent, such as benzene or thinner, to prevent pealing or
discoloration of the paint.

- When you need to continually operate the device using the hard
disk, be sure to run the HDD in standby mode. Running in other
than standby mode significantly shortens the product's life. (For
more information, see form titled "Precautions" that comes with
the optional product [2.5inch HDD.])

- Before installing or uninstalling an expansion board (the CP
model) or connecting or disconnecting a connector, be sure to
unplug the power cable from the wall outlet.

- CONTEC reserves the right to refuse to service a product
modified by the user.

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1. Introduction

- In the event of failure or abnormality (foul smells or excessive
heat generation), unplug the power cord immediately and contact
the sales representative you purchased the product from or the
CONTEC Information Center.

- Use an AC cable that is compatible with both the rated supply
voltage and the receptacle. (The cable provided with the
product is for 125VAC.)

- Component Life:

1. Power supply--- Estimated life is about 10 years based on

continual operation at 40°C (horizontal
installation). However, (higher) operating
temperatures will result in shorter life.

2. Battery--- The internal calendar clock and CMOS RAM

are backed by a Lithium primary battery. The
backup time at a temperature of 25°C with the
power disconnected is 10 years or more.

* Replacement of expendables is handled as a repair (there will be a

charge).

FCC PART 15 Class A Notice

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference at his own expense.

WARNING TO USER

Change or modifications not expressly approved the manufacturer can void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.

Note!

To connect with peripherals, use a grounded, shielded cable.

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About the Manual

This manual consists of the following chapters:
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Overview
Chapter 3 Hardware Setup
Chapter 4 BIOS Setup
Chapter 5 Each Component Function
Chapter 6 Appendix
Chapter 7 List of Options

1. Introduction

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1. Introduction

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2. Overview

PC card slot

Specifications

2. Overview

Table 2.1. Functional Specifications

CPU Low Power Mobile Celeron 400MHz, FSB100MHz(Intel)
Chip set Intel 440BX
Memory L2 Cache 128KB

Video Controller

FDD I/F
IDE HDD Primary
I/F Secondary

Serial I/F *2 RS-232C(general-purpose): 2ch (SERIAL PORT1,2) 9pin, D-SUB connector

Parallel I/F *2 Bi-directional, Centronics-compliant, 25pin D-SUB connector
LAN I/F Ethernet 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T RJ-45 connector

USB I/F 2ch (USB 1.1)
Keyboard I/F PC/AT keyboard-compatible (6pin, MINI DIN connector)
Mouse I/F PS/2-type mouse-compatible (6pin MINI DIN connector)
General-purpose I/O 3 opto-capler isolated inputs and outputs

RAS function WDT: 244.14µsec to 255sec (RESET or external output is allowed at time expiration)

Expansion board slot *2 None

RTC/CMOS Lithium backup battery life: 10 years or more
Power supply

External dimensions (mm) 262(W) x 262(D) x 55(H) 262(W) x 262(D) x 115(H)
Weight Approx. 3.3 kg Approx. 4.2 kg Approx. 5.0 kg
*1 Used with a display installed with a touch panel of Contec panel-linkage specifications.
*2 Not all functions can be used simultaneously due to a limit on the number of interrupt resources.

Main memory Max. 256MB 3.3V 144pin SO-DIMM Socket x 2

BIOS ROM 128KB E0000H to FFFFFH (Phoenix)

Video RAM
Video BIOS
CRT I/F
Panel Link I/F Not available Dedicated 20pin, half-pitch connector *1

Controller Intel 82559

Input supply
voltage

Current
consumption

Expansion board
power-supply
capacity

(Memory capacity choices: 64MB or 128MB <each uses 1 socket> or 256MB <uses 2 sockets>)

B69000(C&T)
2MB (Built into the controller)
48KB (C0000H to CBFFFF)
15pin HD-SUB connector

Equipped with a dedicated 26pin, half-pitch connector: 2 modes (Optional FDD: PC-FDD25BH)

2.5inch IDE-HDD or silicon disk can be added.
Equipped with a dedicated 40pin, half-pitch connector
(for connection of an optional CD-ROM) (right surface)

RS-232C(touch panel): 1ch (SERIAL PORT3) [inside the Panel Link connector] *1
RS-422/485(general-purpose): 1ch (SERIAL PORT4) [inside the RAS connector]

*2 None PCMCIA Type I, II x 2 or III x 1

(However, one output also serves as an external WDT output and one input also serves
as remote reset. They become available when switched.)

Remote reset: External input signal

100 to 120VAC/200 to 240VAC 50/60Hz 1.8/0.8A

42VA (Max.)

None

(Startup from ATA card not allowed)

Shared PCI/ISA slot x 2,
Installable board length:
24mm Max.

80VA(Max.) 104VA(Max.)

+5V: 2A(1A x 2 slots),

-5V: Not supplied
+12V: 0.5A, -12V: 80mA

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)C4PModel IPC-BX/M600(PCW) IPC-BX/M600(PCW)C IPC-BX/M600(PCW)CP

Shared PCI/ISA slot x 2,
PCI slot x 2,
Installable board length:
24mm Max.

+5V: 4A(1A x 4 slots),

-5V: Not supplied
+12V: 0.5A, -12V: 80mA

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2. Overview

Table 2.2. Installation Environment Requirements

Parameter

Power supply specifications

Allowable instantaneous
power outage

Dielectric strength

Insulation resistance 50MΩ (DC500V)

Ambient specifications

Operating temperature 0 to 45ºC(HDD in use)

Storage temperature -10 to 60ºC
Humidity *1 10 to 90%RH(No condensation)
Floating dust particles Not to be excessive
Corrosive gases None

Line-noise
resistance

Vibration
resistance *2

Impact resistance *2 10G, half-sine shock for 11 ms in x, y, and z directions

Grounding Class D grounding (previous class 3 grounding)

*1 When a floppy disk is not in use.
*2 When the HDD and FDD are not in use.

Line noise AC line/2kV, Signal line/1kV (IEC1000-4-4Level 3, EN61000-4-4Level 3)
Static electricity

resistance

Sweep resistance

Fixed-vibration
resistant

Less than 20ms

One minute each for 3.0 kVAC (input-output), 2.0 kVAC (input-FG),
and 0.5 kVAC (output-FG)

0 to 50ºC(SDD in use)

5 to 45ºC(FDD in use)

Contact discharge/4kV (IEC1000-4-2Level 2, EN61000-4-2Level 2)
Atmospheric discharge/8kV (IEC1000-4-2Level 3, EN61000-4-2Level 3)
10 to 50Hz/semi-amplitude 0.15mm 50 to 500Hz/2.0G
23 min. each in x, y, and z directions
(JIS C0040-compliant, IEC68-2-6-compliant)
30 min. each in x, y, and z directions
(JIS C0040-compliant, IEC68-2-6-compliant)

(JIS C0041-compliant, IEC68-2-27-compliant)

Requirement description

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System Configuration

Built-in

Terminal

General-purpose I/O (3)

RS-485

RAS

block

IPC-PSD-20

RS-232C

USB

2.5inch hard (silicon) disk drive

Main memory
144pin SO-DIMM

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)CP

LAN

Mouse

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Dedicated LCD
IPC-DT/L40S(PC)T
IPC-DT/H40X(PC)T

Dedicated

LCD

Dedicated LCD cables
IPC-PL2020-020 (2m)
IPC-PL2020-050 (5m)

Option CD-ROM

CRTdisplay

Dedicated FD Drive

PC-FDD25BH

Printer

Expansion slot
(CP and C4P models)

PC-HELPER

series

PCI and ISA
half-size boards

When three or more slots are needed, select
the C4P model. To use five or more slots or
a full-size board, connect the FA-PA(PC) series.

Expansion

bus adapter

Figure 2.1. System Configuration

FA-PAC(PC)

series

Keyboard

PCMCIA card slot (C, CP and C4P models)
PCMCIA types I, II x 2, or III x 1

* Not all devices shown in the

figure can be used
simultaneously due to
a limit on the number of
interrupt resources.

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2. Overview

External Dimensions

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)

262

170

126

56

68

302
284
262

228 1717

5.1

5

.

4-Φ 5

20

2

R

-

5

2

5

.

5

R

55

[mm]

Figure 2.2. IPC-BX/M600(PCW)

Note!

The panel link interface and PC card connector are not installed on
the IPC-BX/M600(PCW).

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4-Φ5

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IPC-BX/M600(PCW)C

302
284
262

262

170

126

56

68

5

.

2

R

-

5

2

R

20

23.2

5

.

5

55

228 1717

[mm]

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Figure 2.3. External Dimensions of the

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)C

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2. Overview

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)CP

262

170

126

56

68

302
284
262

228 1717

23.2

5

.

4-Φ5

20

2

R

-

5

2

5

.

5

R

115

[mm]

Figure 2.4. External Dimensions of the

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)CP

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IPC-BX/M600(PCW)C4P

262

170

126

56

68

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302
284
262

17

228

17

4-Φ5

5

20

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5

.

2

R

-

2

5

.

5

R

180

[mm]

Figure 2.5. External Dimensions of the

IPC-BX/M600(PCW)C4P

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3. Hardware Setup

3. Hardware Setup
Before Using the BOX-PC for the First Time

Follow the next steps to set up the BOX-PC:
STEP1 Install the hard disk and expansion main memory

(DIMM) and set jumper switches.
By referring to the information in this chapter, set the
BOX-PC.

STEP2 Connect cables.

Connect necessary external devices, such as a printer
and a CRT, to the BOX-PC using appropriate cables.

STEP3 Turn on the power.

After verifying that you have correctly followed steps
1 and 2, turn on the power. If you feel something is
wrong after turning on the power, turn off the power
immediately and check to see if the BOX-PC has
been set up correctly.

STEP4 Set up BIOS.

By referring to Chapter 4, set up BIOS. This setup
requires a keyboard and a display.

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* Before using the BOX-PC, be sure to execute " LOAD SETUP

DEFAULTS" to initialize the BIOS settings to their default
values.
(See Chapter 4, "Main Menu.")

If Windows is pre-installed, always connect the keyboard and mouse
before turning on the power for the first time.

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Hardware Setup

Removing the Top Cover and HDD Bracket

- Before you start, be sure that the power is turned off.

- Remove only those screws that are explained. Do not move any
other screw.

(1) Remove the top cover.

Figure 3.1. Removing the Top Cover

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(2) Remove the hard disk bracket.

Figure 3.2. Removing the HDD Bracket

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Locations and Settings of Internal Connectors and

Jumpers

When you remove the top cover and hard disk bracket, the
connectors, jumpers, and switches are laid out as shown in the
figure below:

3

3

12

JP2

JP2

1 2

(B)

(A)

CN15

87
654321

(B)

S1

ON

OFF

M2

JP1

(B)

1 2 3

* The position of the jumpers mounted changes with kinds (A, B) of substrate.
JP1 is not mounted by A type.

(A)

87
654321

S1

ON

OFF

(A)

(B)

1 2 3

JP4

JP4

123

Figure 3.3. Locations and Settings of Jumpers, Connectors,

and Switches inside the Top Cover

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Table 3.1. Jumper List

Function Factory setting RemarksNo.

JP1 - Selects BUS clock scale. 1-2 shorted --- Settings other than 1-2 are not allowed.
JP2 - Clear CMOS. 1-2 shorted --- Short 2-3 to clear CMOS.
JP4 - Sets RS-485 termination. 2-3 shorted 55

- Sets destination where BIOS
setup details will be saved.

S1

- Sets up LCD. 2, 5, 6, and 7 ON 76

1, 3, 4, and 8 OFF 45

Reference

page

Table 3.2. Internal Connector List

Connector Reference page

CN15 Primary IDE connector (44pin, pin header) 81

M2 Expansion memory set (3.3V, 144pin SO-DIMM) 22

Function

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Installing the Hard Disk

(1) Connect the provided HDD cable to the hard disk (silicon

disk).

Note!

Connect the HDD cable in alignment with pins from the left
end of the connector on the HDD side.
Four master/slave setting pins are left unconnected on the
right side. Be aware that connecting the power with the
connector misaligned will damage the cable.

(2) By threading the cable through the hole on the base of the hard

disk bracket, fasten the disk to its bracket using four screws.

- Use the upper screw holes of the hard disk bracket.

- Fasten the disk using the outer or inner hole depending on the
model you are using. (The figure below shows an example
that uses the inner screw hole.)

(3) Connect the HDD cable to CN15 on the unit and fasten the

hard disk bracket to the unit using four screws.

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(4) Close the top cover and secure it with screws.

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Figure 3.4. Installing the Hard Disk

Installing the Main Memory (DIMM)

Compatible DIMM Types

Obtain the following special option products.

- Package type : 144-pin, small outline DIMM

- Specifications : 3.3V, PC100/CL2

- Capacity : 64MB / 128MB

- Type : SDRAM

- Optional memories * : 64MB : PC-MSD64-144H

* Operation is not guaranteed if memory parts other than CONTEC

option products are used.

Main Memory (DIMM) Installation Procedure

Follow the next steps to fit the memory into the DIMM socket:

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(1) Insert the DIMM into its socket with the notch positioned on the right side.

(2) Press in the direction indicated by the arrow. You hear a click as the memory fits

Figure 3.5. Installing the DIMM
DIMM Disconnection Procedure

(See the note.)

into the socket.

DIMM socket

DIMM

DIMM
socket

1

Notch

Note: As shown in the Figure, insert
the DIMM in angle.

Inserting as indicated with "x"
may damage socket pins.

Open the levers on both sides slightly to the left and right.
You should be able to remove the DIMM.

30°~45°

Figure 3.6. Uninstalling the DIMM

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Fastening the Power Cable

Removing the Screw on the Metal Brace to Keep the AC Cord
in Place

In order to install the metal brace, temporarily remove the machine
screw on the front left end.

Remove this screw .

Figure 3.7. Removing the Screw
Installing the AC Cord Metal Brace and the Clamp

Insert the AC cord all the way into the inlet. Fasten the AC cord
metal brace using the screw you removed earlier. Attach the
clamp to an appropriate location on the metal brace to clamp the
cord. The “AC cord metal brace” is attached to the main case.

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Metal brace to keep
the AC cord in place

Clamp

Figure 3.8. Installing the Metal Figure 3.9. AC Cord

Brace and the Clamp in Clamped State

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Installation Requirements

The BOX-PC can be installed in any orientation (1) through (5).
Avoid orientation (6) since it might not adequately dissipate heat.
Similarly, to maintain the ambient temperature within the range
specified in the specifications, ensure a clearance between the unit
and surrounding equipment of at least 100mm for the top and rear
and 50mm for the bottom and sides.

Installation Orientation

(1)

Floor

(2)

Wall

(6)

Wall

Connectors

Ceiling

Figure 3.10. Installation Orientation

(5)(4)(3)

Connectors

Wall

Wall

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Distances between the BOX-PC and Its Vicinity

50mm or more (side)

Connectors

50mm or more (side)

100mm or more (above)

50mm or more (back)

Figure 3.11. Distances between the BOX-PC and Its Vicinity

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