IEI Technology ACT-08A-N270 User Manual

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ACT-08-N270 Access Control Terminal

ACT -08A-N270 Access Control T erminal

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Fanless All-in-one Access Control Terminal with

Intel® Celeron® M CPU, Touch Screen, Wireless LAN,

-08A-N270

RFID Reader, Digital Camera and Microphone

User Manual

Rev. 2.00 - 3 September, 2010

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Revision

Date Version Changes

3 September, 2010 2.00 Updated for R20 version

5 October, 2009 1.02 Added back cover screw torque warning

10 July, 2009 1.01 Changed model name

25 November, 2008 1.00 Initial release

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The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to

improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part

of the manufacturer.

In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or

consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or

documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are

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other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer.

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owners.

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Manual Conventions

WARNING!

Warnings appear where overlooked details may cause damage to the equipment or result

in personal injury. Warnings should be taken seriously. Warnings are easy to recognize.

The word “warning” is written as “WARNING,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by

text. The text is the warning message. A warning message is shown below:

WARNING:

This is an example of a warning message. Failure to adhere to warning

messages may result in permanent damage to the ACT-08A-N270 or

personal injury to the user. Please take warning messages seriously.

CAUTION!

Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help reduce the chance of losing data or

damaging the ACT-08A-N270. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is

written as “CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed. The italicized text is the

cautionary message. A caution message is shown below:

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CAUTION:

This is an example of a caution message. Failure to adhere to cautions

messages may result in permanent damage to the ACT-08A-N270.

Please take caution messages seriously.

NOTE:

These messages inform the reader of essential but non-critical information. These

messages should be read carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can

help avoid making mistakes. Notes are easy to recognize. The word “note” is written as

“NOTE,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by text. The text is the cautionary

message. A note message is shown below:

NOTE:

This is an example of a note message. Notes should always be read.

Notes contain critical information about the ACT-08A-N270. Please

take note messages seriously.

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Packing List

NOTE:

If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing,

please do not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or

vendor you purchased the ACT-08A-N270 from or contact an IEI sales

representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative, please

send an email to

The items listed below should all be included in the ACT-08A-N270 series package.

 1 x ACT-08A-N270 system

 1 x Screw set

 1 x Power adapter

 1 x Power cord

 1 x eSATA cable

 1 x Touch pen

 1 x Mini jumper pack (2.0 mm)

 1 x User Manual and driver CD

Images of the above items are shown in Chapter 3 on page

sales@iei.com.tw.

36.

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Table of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................... 15

1.1 ACT-08A-N270 ALL-IN-ONE ACCESS CONTROL TERMINAL ................................... 16

1.1.1 Features and Model Variations........................................................................ 17

1.1.2 Applications ..................................................................................................... 17

1.2 EXTERNAL OVERVIEW.............................................................................................. 17

1.2.1 General Description......................................................................................... 17

1.2.2 Front Panel...................................................................................................... 18

1.2.3 Rear Panel ....................................................................................................... 18

1.2.4 Bottom Panel.................................................................................................... 19

1.2.5 Side Panels....................................................................................................... 20

1.3 INTERNAL OVERVIEW............................................................................................... 20

1.4 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................... 21

1.4.1 Preinstalled Hardware Components................................................................ 21

1.4.2 System Specifications....................................................................................... 21

2 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................... 24

2.1 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................. 25

2.1.1 ACT-08A-N270 Dimensions............................................................................. 25

2.2 PROCESSOR SUPPORT ............................................................................................... 26

2.3 MOTHERBOARD COMPONENTS................................................................................. 26

2.3.1 Memory Support............................................................................................... 26

2.3.1.1 Installed Memory...................................................................................... 26

2.3.1.2 Maximum Memory................................................................................... 27

2.3.2 Storage Capacity.............................................................................................. 27

2.4 ACT-08A-N270 FRONT SIDE................................................................................... 28

2.4.1 Monitor ............................................................................................................ 28

2.4.2 Touch-Screen Module....................................................................................... 28

2.4.3 RFID Reader.................................................................................................... 28

2.4.4 Digital Camera and Microphone..................................................................... 29

2.4.5 Stereo Speakers ................................................................................................ 29

2.5 EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS................................................... 29

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2.5.1 Serial Port Connectors .................................................................................... 29

2.5.2 LAN Connectivity............................................................................................. 30

2.5.3 External USB Connectors................................................................................ 30

2.5.4 External SATA Connector................................................................................ 31

2.6 SYSTEM POWER ....................................................................................................... 31

2.6.1 Power Mode..................................................................................................... 31

2.6.1.1 ATX Power Mode (Default)...................................................................... 31

2.6.1.2 AT Power Mode ........................................................................................ 32

2.6.2 Power Adapter................................................................................................. 32

2.6.3 Power Connectors............................................................................................ 32

2.7 WIRELESS CONNECTION........................................................................................... 33

2.7.1 Wireless Ethernet ............................................................................................. 33

3 UNPACKING .......................................................................................................... 34

3.1 UNPACKING.............................................................................................................. 35

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3.1.1 Packing List ..................................................................................................... 36

4 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................... 37

4.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 38

4.2 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................... 38

4.3 PREINSTALLED COMPONENTS................................................................................... 39

4.4 INST ALLATION AND CONFIGURATION STEPS ............................................................. 39

4.5 REAR PANEL REMOVAL ............................................................................................ 40

4.6 CF CARD INSTALLATION .......................................................................................... 40

4.7 JUMPER SETTINGS .................................................................................................... 42

4.7.1 Access the Jumpers.......................................................................................... 43

4.7.2 Preconfigured Jumpers .................................................................................... 44

4.7.3 Clear CMOS Jumper........................................................................................ 45

4.7.4 COM Port Pin 9 Select .................................................................................... 46

4.7.4.1 COM3 RS-422 and RS-485 Pinouts......................................................... 47

4.7.5 COM3 RX Function Select Jumper.................................................................. 48

4.7.6 COM3 TX Function Select Jumper.................................................................. 49

4.7.7 COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper ......................................... 50

4.7.8 AT/ATX Mode Selection................................................................................... 51

4.8 MOUNTING THE SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 52

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4.8.1 Wall Mounting (Optional)................................................................................ 52

4.8.2 Panel Mounting................................................................................................ 54

4.8.3 Arm Mounting .................................................................................................. 56

4.8.4 Cabinet and Rack Installation ......................................................................... 57

4.9 BOTTOM PANEL CONNECTORS ................................................................................. 59

4.9.1 LAN Connection............................................................................................... 59

4.9.2 Serial Device Connection ................................................................................ 60

4.9.3 USB Device Connection................................................................................... 61

5 RFID READER....................................................................................................... 63

5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 64

5.2 INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................... 64

5.3 RF320 INTERFA CE OVERVIEW.................................................................................. 67

5.4 SERIAL PORT (COM) SETTINGS ............................................................................... 68

5.5 RF320 COMMANDS.................................................................................................. 69

5.5.1 Read Block....................................................................................................... 69

5.5.2 Write Block....................................................................................................... 71

5.5.3 Set Mifare Parameter....................................................................................... 72

5.5.4 Get Mifare Parameter...................................................................................... 74

5.5.5 Set RF320 Mode............................................................................................... 75

6 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE .................................................................................. 77

6.1 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION .................................................................. 78

6.2 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 78

6.3 TURN OFF THE POWER.............................................................................................. 79

6.4 REMOVING THE REAR PANEL ................................................................................... 79

6.5 REPLACING COMPONENTS........................................................................................ 81

6.5.1 CF Card Replacement...................................................................................... 81

6.5.2 SO-DIMM Module Replacement...................................................................... 81

6.5.3 Wireless Module Replacement ......................................................................... 83

6.5.4 Motherboard Replacement............................................................................... 84

7 AMI BIOS SETUP.................................................................................................. 85

7.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 86

7.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 86

7.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 86

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7.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 87

7.1.4 Unable to Reboot After Configuration Changes.............................................. 87

7.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar................................................................................................ 87

7.2 MAIN........................................................................................................................ 88

7.3 ADVANCED............................................................................................................... 89

7.3.1 CPU Configuration.......................................................................................... 90

7.3.2 IDE Configuration........................................................................................... 91

7.3.2.1 IDE Master, IDE Slave............................................................................. 93

7.3.3 Super IO Configuration ................................................................................... 98

7.3.4 Hardware Health Configuration.................................................................... 101

7.3.5 Power Configuration...................................................................................... 104

7.3.5.1 ACPI configuration ................................................................................. 105

7.3.5.2 APM Configuration................................................................................. 106

7.3.6 Remote Configuration.................................................................................... 109

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7.3.7 USB Configuration..........................................................................................112

7.4 PCI/PNP..................................................................................................................113

7.5 BOOT.......................................................................................................................116

7.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration............................................................................116

7.6 SECURITY............................................................................................................... 120

7.7 CHIPSET ................................................................................................................. 121

7.7.1 North Bridge Chipset Configuration ............................................................. 121

7.7.2 SouthBridge Configuration............................................................................ 125

7.8 EXIT....................................................................................................................... 126

A SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................. 128

7.9 MOTHERBOARD SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................ 129

A.1 SCREEN SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................... 129

A.2 TOUCH SCREEN SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................... 130

A.3 VGA WEBCAM...................................................................................................... 131

B EXTERNAL CONNECTOR PINOUTS............................................................. 132

B.1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................... 133

B.2 EXTERNAL SATA CONNECTOR.............................................................................. 133

B.3 LAN CONNECTOR ................................................................................................. 133

B.4 POWER CONNECTOR.............................................................................................. 134

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B.5 SERIAL PORT CONNECTOR (COM1) ...................................................................... 134

B.6 SERIAL PORT CONNECTOR (COM3) ...................................................................... 134

B.7 USB CONNECTORS................................................................................................ 135

C SAFETY PRECAUTIONS................................................................................... 136

C.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................... 137

C.1.1 General Safety Precautions........................................................................... 137

C.1.2 Anti-static Precautions.................................................................................. 138

C.2 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING PRECAUTIONS ...................................................... 138

C.2.1 Maintenance and Cleaning ........................................................................... 138

C.2.2 Cleaning Tools............................................................................................... 139

D BIOS CONFIGURATION OPTIONS ................................................................ 140

D.1 BIOS CONFIGURATION OPTIONS ........................................................................... 141

E WATCHDOG TIME R.......................................................................................... 144

F HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE................................................... 147

F.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS ROHS

COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY................................................ 148

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List of Figures

Figure 1-1: ACT-08A-N270 All-in-One Access Control Terminal............................16

Figure 1-2: ACT-08A-N270 Front View ......................................................................18

Figure 1-3: ACT-08A-N270 Rear View........................................................................19

Figure 1-4: ACT-08A-N270 Bottom View...................................................................20

Figure 1-5: ACT-08A-N270 Side View........................................................................20

Figure 2-1: ACT-08A-N270 Dimensions (mm) ..........................................................25

Figure 2-2: Memory Module and Memory Socket....................................................27

Figure 2-3: CompactFlash® Slot................................................................................27

Figure 2-4: SVGA Screen............................................................................................28

Figure 2-5: COM Ports.............................................................................................29

Figure 2-6: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector ......................................................................30

Figure 2-7: External USB Ports..................................................................................31

Figure 2-8: External SATA Connector.......................................................................31

Figure 2-9: Power Connector and Power Switch.....................................................32

Figure 2-10: Wireless LAN PCIe Mini Card...............................................................33

Figure 4-1: Rear Panel Retention Screws.................................................................40

Figure 4-2: CF Socket Location.................................................................................41

Figure 4-3: CF Card Installation.................................................................................41

Figure 4-4: Jumper Locations....................................................................................42

Figure 4-5: Rear Panel Retention Screws.................................................................43

Figure 4-6: Aluminum Chassis Cover Retention Screws........................................44

Figure 4-7: Clear CMOS Jumper................................................................................46

Figure 4-8: COM1 and COM3 Pin 9 Setting Jumper Locations ..............................47

Figure 4-9: COM3 RX Function Select Jumper Location ........................................48

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Figure 4-10: COM3 TX Function Select Jumper Pinout Locations ........................49

Figure 4-11: COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper Location..............51

Figure 4-12: AT/ATX Switch.......................................................................................51

Figure 4-13: Wall-mounting Bracket..........................................................................52

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Figure 4-14: Chassis Support Screws.......................................................................53

Figure 4-15: Secure the ACT-08A-N270 ....................................................................54

Figure 4-16: ACT-08A-N270 Panel Opening (mm)....................................................55

Figure 4-17: Tighten the Panel Mounting Clamp Screws........................................55

Figure 4-18: ACT-08A-N270 Arm Mounting Retention Screw Holes......................57

Figure 4-19: The Rack/Cabinet Bracket ....................................................................58

Figure 4-20: Secure the Rack/Cabinet Bracket........................................................58

Figure 4-21: Install into a Rack/Cabinet....................................................................59

Figure 4-22: LAN Connection.....................................................................................60

Figure 4-23: Serial Device Connector .......................................................................61

Figure 4-24: USB Device Connection........................................................................62

Figure 5-1: InstallShield Wizard Welcome Screen...................................................64

Figure 5-2: Customer Information Screen................................................................65

Figure 5-3: Setup Type Selection Screen .................................................................65

Figure 5-4: Current Settings Confirmation Screen..................................................66

Figure 5-5: RF320 COM Port Settings.......................................................................68

Figure 5-6: Read Block ...............................................................................................70

Figure 5-7: Write Block...............................................................................................71

Figure 5-8: Set Mifare Parameter...............................................................................73

Figure 5-9: Get Mifare Parameter...............................................................................74

Figure 5-10: Set RF-320 Mode....................................................................................76

Figure 6-1: Rear Panel Retention Screws.................................................................80

Figure 6-2: Aluminum Chassis Cover Retention Screws........................................80

Figure 6-3: SO-DIMM Socket Location......................................................................82

Figure 6-4: SO-DIMM Installation...............................................................................82

Figure 6-5: Wireless Module Location ......................................................................83

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List of Tables

Table 1-1: ACT-08A-N270 System Specifications....................................................23

Table 4-1: Jumpers......................................................................................................42

Table 4-2: Preconfigured Jumpers............................................................................44

Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings ..................................................................45

Table 4-4: COM1 Pin 9 Setting Jumper Settings......................................................46

Table 4-5: COM3 Pin 9 Setting Jumper Settings......................................................46

Table 4-6: RS-422 Pinouts..........................................................................................47

Table 4-7: RS-485 Pinouts..........................................................................................47

Table 4-8: COM3 RX Function Select Jumper Settings...........................................48

Table 4-9: COM3 TX Function Select Jumper Settings...........................................49

Table 4-10: COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper Settings.................50

Table 5-1: RF320 COM Port Settings.........................................................................68

Table 5-2: Read Block Raw Data Format ..................................................................70

Table 5-3: Read Block Response Format .................................................................70

Table 5-4: Write Block Raw Data Format..................................................................72

Table 5-5: Write Block Response Format.................................................................72

Table 5-6: Set Mifare Parameter Raw Data Format..................................................73

Table 5-7: Set Mifare Parameter Response Format.................................................73

Table 5-8: Get Mifare Parameter Raw Data Format..................................................74

Table 5-9: Get Mifare Parameter Response Format.................................................75

Table 5-10: Set RF320 Mode Raw Data Format........................................................76

Table 5-11: Set RF320 Mode Response Format.......................................................76

Table 7-1: BIOS Navigation Keys...............................................................................87

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1 Introduction

Chapter

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1.1 ACT-08A-N270 All-in-One Access Control Terminal

Figure 1-1: ACT-08A-N270 All-in-One Access Control Terminal

The ACT-08A-N270 is 1.6 GHz Intel® Atom™ powered access control terminal with a

RFID reader and a rich variety of functions. The ACT-08A-N270 is designed for easy and

simplified integration in to access control applications.

An Intel® 945GSE graphics memory controller hub (GMCH) coupled with an Intel®

ICH7-M input/output controller hub ensures optimal memory, graphics, and peripheral I/O

support. The system comes with 1.0 GB of preinstalled DDR2 SDRAM and supports a

maximum of 2.0 GB of DDR2 SDRAM ensuring smooth data throughputs with reduced

bottlenecks and fast system access.

Two serial ports and two external USB 2.0 ports ensure simplified connectivity to a variety

of external peripheral devices. Wi-Fi capabilities and two RJ-45 Ethernet connectors

ensure smooth connection of the system to an external LAN.

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1.1.1 Features and Model Variations

The ACT-08A-N270 features the following:

 8.4” TFT LCD with resistive type touch screen

 1.6 GHz Intel® Atom™ CPU with 512 KB L2 cache preinstalled

 Built-in RFID reader supports Mifare card and EM card read/write

 Preinstalled 1 GB DDR2 memory module

 802.11 b/g wireless module

 One RS-232 port and one RS-232/422/485 port

 Two standard USB 2.0 ports

 CompactFlash® Type II slot

 Provides RFID configuration tool to read or write Mifare tags and EM tags

 Built-in digital camera and microphone

 Built-in two 2.0 W stereo speakers

 IP 64 compliant front panel

 RoHS compliance

1.1.2 Applications

The ACT-08A-N270 is elegant yet sophisticated systems that are easily implemented in

diverse environments including:

 Door access

 Time attendance

 Cashless payment terminal

 Parking access control

1.2 External Overview

1.2.1 General Description

The stylish ACT-08A-N270 access control terminal comprises of a screen, rear panel, top

panel, bottom panel and two side panels (left and right). An ABS/PC plastic front frame

surrounds the front screen. The rear panel provides screw holes for a wall-mounting

bracket compliant with VESA FDMI standard. An I/O interface panel on the rear panel of

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the ACT-08A-N270 provides access to external interface connectors that include LAN,

USB 2.0, serial port, reset button, power connector and power switch.

1.2.2 Front Panel

The front side of the ACT-08A-N270 is a flat panel TFT LCD screen with LED backlight

surrounded by an ABS/PC plastic hard cover. The top of the front panel has one 300 K

pixel digital camera, two microphones and one power LED indicator. The bottom of the

front panel features a RFID reader for Mifare/EM tag and two speakers for stereo sound

(

Figure 1-2).

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Figure 1-2: ACT-08A-N270 Front View

1.2.3 Rear Panel

The rear panel provides access to retention screw holes that support the VESA MIS-D 75

mounting. Refer to

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Figure 1-3.

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Figure 1-3: ACT-08A-N270 Rear View

1.2.4 Bottom Panel

The I/O interface panel located on the bottom panel of the ACT-08A-N270 (Figure 1-4)

has the following I/O interface connectors:

 1 x 12 V DC power jack

 1 x Power switch

 1 x External SATA connector

 1 x RS-232 port

 1 x RS-232 or RS-422/485 port

 2 x GbE connectors

 2 x USB 2.0 ports

 1 x Reset button

The external I/O interface connectors on the rear panel are shown in

Figure 1-4.

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Figure 1-4: ACT-08A-N270 Bottom View

1.2.5 Side Panels

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The two side panels of the ACT-08A-N270 provide access to slots that support panel

mount and rack mount. See

Figure 1-5: ACT-08A-N270 Side View

1.3 Internal Overview

The ACT-08A-N270 has the following components installed internally:

 1 x Motherboard

Figure 1-5.

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 1 x 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM SO-DIMM

 1 x Wireless module

 1 x RFID reader

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 2 x Speakers

 1 x Digital camera

 2 x Microphones

1.4 Specifications

1.4.1 Preinstalled Hardware Components

The ACT-08A-N270 has the following preinstalled components:

 1 x Motherboard

 1 x TFT LCD screen

 1 x Touch screen

 1 x Inverter

 1 x Wireless LAN module

 1 x DDR2 memory module

 1 x AT/ATX switch

The following section lists the system specifications. The technical specifications for some

other preinstalled components are shown in the Appendix A.

1.4.2 System Specifications

The technical specifications for the ACT-08A-N270 system are listed in Table 1-1.

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Specification

LCD Size

Max. Resolution

Brightness

Contrast Ratio

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8.4”

800 x 600 (XGA)

450 cd/m

600:1

LCD Color

Pixel Pitch (mm)

262 K

0.213 (H) x 0.213 (V)

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Viewing Angle (H-V)

Backlight

SBC Model

CPU

GMCH

Memory

SSD

Watchdog Timer

Audio

Expansion

160 (H) / 140 (V)

LED backlight

AFLMB-945GSE

1.6 GHz Intel® Atom™ CPU with 512 KB L2 cache

Intel® 945GSE

One 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM SO-DIMM pre-installed

(system max. 2 GB)

CF Type II

Software Programmable supports 1 sec. ~ 255 sec.

system reset

AMP 2.0 W + AMP 2.0 W (built-in stereo speakers)

1 x PCIe Mini card slot (for wireless LAN 802.11 b/g

Camera and MIC

RFID

Construction Material

Front Panel Color

Mounting

Dimensions (W x H x D) (mm)

Operation Temperature

Net weight

IP level (front panel)

EMC

module)

Built-in 300 K pixel camera and digital microphone

Supports MIFARE and EM RFID

ABS + PC plastic front frame

Aluminum alloy chassis

Blue and White

Panel, Wall, Stand or Arm (VESA MIS-D 75)

244.69 x 251.72 x 53.3

-10ºC ~ 50ºC

1.1 kg

IP 64

CE and FCC

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Safety

Touch Screen

Power Adapter

Power Consumption

I/O Ports and Switches (Rear Panel)

CB and CCC

4-wire resistive type

60 W

35 W

1 x 12 V DC power jack

1 x Power switch

1 x External SATA connector

1 x RS-232 port

1 x RS-232 or RS-422/485 port

2 x GbE connectors

2 x USB 2.0

1 x Reset button

Table 1-1: ACT-08A-N270 System Specifications

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2 Detailed Specifications

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2.1 Dimensions

The following sections provide detailed schematics and information on the dimensions of

the ACT-08A-N270.

2.1.1 ACT-08A-N270 Dimensions

The dimensions of the ACT-08A-N270 are shown in Figure 2-1 and listed below.

 Width: 244.69 mm  Height: 251.72 mm  Depth: 53.3 mm

Figure 2-1: ACT-08A-N270 Dimensions (mm)

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2.2 Processor Support

A 45nm N270 Intel® Atom™ processor is installed in the system. The processor has a

CPU speed of 1.6 GHz and a 533 MHz front side bus (FSB). The processor also comes

with a 512 KB L2 cache and a 1.6 GHz L2 cache speed. Some of the features of the Intel®

Atom™ processor N270 are listed below:

 On-die, primary 32-kB instructions cache and 24-kB write-back data cache

 533-MHz source-synchronous front side bus (FSB)

 2-Threads support

 On-die 512-kB, 8-way L2 cache

 Support for IA 32-bit architecture

 Intel® Streaming SIMD Extensions-2 and -3 (Intel® SSE2 and Intel® SSE3)

support and Supplemental Streaming SIMD Extension 3 (SSSE3) support

 Micro-FCBGA8 packaging technologies

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 Thermal management support via Intel® Thermal Monitor 1 and Intel Thermal

Monitor 2

 FSB Lane Reversal for flexible routing

 Supports C0/C1(e)/C2(e)/C4(e)

 L2 Dynamic Cache Sizing

 Advanced power management features including Enhanced Intel

SpeedStep® Technology

 Execute Disable Bit support for enhanced security

2.3 Motherboard Components

The following sections describe some of the features on the motherboard.

2.3.1 Memory Support

2.3.1.1 Installed Memory

One 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM SO-DIMM is installed in the ACT-08A-N270 and controlled by

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the Northbridge installed on the internal motherboard.

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2.3.1.2 Maximum Memory

The Intel® 945GSE is capable of supporting one 200-pin 2.0 GB (system max.) 533 MHz

or 400 MHz DDR2 SDRAM SO-DIMM. If different memory is required, please contact an

IEI sales representative and discuss the necessary system requirement.

Figure 2-2: Memory Module and Memory Socket

2.3.2 Storage Capacity

The system can also support a CompactFlash® Type II (CF Type II) memory disk (Figure 2-3).

Figure 2-3: CompactFlash® Slot

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2.4 ACT-08A-N270 Front Side

2.4.1 Monitor

An 8.4” SVGA LCD screen with LED backlight is installed on the front of the

ACT-08A-N270. The installed monitor has a pixel resolution of 800 x 600 pixels with

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450 nits high brightness. The screen is shown in

Figure 2-4: SVGA Screen

Figure 2-4 below.

2.4.2 Touch-Screen Module

A controller for the 4-wire resistive touch screen is connected to the motherboard through

the RS-232 interface. The sensitive touch screen is accurate, reliable and durable.

2.4.3 RFID Reader

A RFID reader is integrated in the front panel and supports Mifare 13.56 MHz or EM

125 KHz RFID tags. The ACT-08A-N270 also came with a RFID tool to read or write data

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on or into the Mifare tags or EM tags. Please refer to Chapter 5 for detailed description of

the RFID tool (RF320).

2.4.4 Digital Camera and Microphone

The ACT-08A-N270 is built in with a 300 K digital camera and a set of microphone on the

front panel (

Figure 2-4). The user can use the camera and microphone for facial and

voice recognition for access control applications.

2.4.5 Stereo Speakers

Two 2.0 W stereo speakers on the front side of the ACT-08A-N270 are interfaced to the

system through a class-B dual output amplifier (

Figure 2-4).

2.5 External Peripheral Interface Connectors

The following section describes the external peripheral interface connectors on the bottom

panel of the ACT-08A-N270.

2.5.1 Serial Port Connectors

The ACT-08A-N270 has two serial ports on the bottom panel. One of these ports (COM 1)

is RS-232 only port and the other serial port (COM 3) can be configured as a RS-232,

RS-422 or an RS-485 serial port.

Figure 2-5: COM Ports

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2.5.2 LAN Connectivity

The ACT-08A-N270 supports GbE connectivity through the RJ-45 connectors on the

bottom panel.

Figure 2-6: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector

The PCIe lane from the Intel® ICH7-M chipset of the ACT-08A-N270 is interfaced to a

Realtek RTL8111CP PCIe gigabit Ethernet (GbE) controller. The RTL8111CP is then

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connected directly to the RJ-45 connector on the bottom panel and provides external GbE

connectivity. Some of the RTL8111CP controller features are listed below:

 Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver

 Supports PCI Express™ 1.1

 Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab

 Supports IEEE 802.1P Layer 2 Priority Encoding

 Supports IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging

 Serial EEPROM

 Transmit/Receive on-chip buffer support

 64-pin QFN package (Green package)

2.5.3 External USB Connectors

The ACT-08A-N270 has two USB 2.0 connectors. Both of the USB 2.0 connectors are

interfaced directly to the USB controllers on the Intel® ICH7-M. The USB connectors are

fully compliant with USB specification Revision 2.0 and USB specification Revision 1.1

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and can be interfaced to both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 compliant devices.

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Figure 2-7: External USB Ports

2.5.4 External SATA Connector

An external SATA connector on the bottom panel interfaces to Intel® ICH7-M chipset on

the motherboard that connects through the serial ATA bus. The external SATA connector

supports one external SATA drive.

Figure 2-8: External SATA Connector

2.6 System Power

2.6.1 Power Mode

The system can be run in the AT power mode or the ATX power mode. Both these power

modes are described below.

2.6.1.1 ATX Power Mode (Default)

With the ATX mode selected, the ACT-08A-N270 panel PC goes in a standby mode when

it is turned off. The panel PC can be easily turned on via network or a power switch in

standby mode. Remote power control is perfect for advertising applications since the

broadcasting time for each panel PC can be set individually and controlled remotely. Other

possible application includes

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 Security surveillance

 Point-of-Sale (POS)

 Advertising terminal

2.6.1.2 AT Power Mode

With the AT mode selected, the power is controlled by a central power unit rather than a

power switch. The ACT-08A-N270 panel PC turns on automatically when the power is

connected. The AT mode benefits a production line to control multiple panel PCs from a

central management center and other applications including:

 ATM

 Self-service kiosk

 Plant environment monitoring system

 Factory automation platform

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 Manufacturing shop flow

2.6.2 Power Adapter

The system is shipped with a 90 V to 264 V AC power adapter that has a maximum power

output of 60 W. The power adapter has a 12 V DC output connector.

2.6.3 Power Connectors

A standard power jack on the bottom panel of the ACT-08A-N270 is connected to the

power adapter and can input 12 V of direct current (DC) into the system. The power

connector and power switch are shown in

Figure 2-9 below.

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Figure 2-9: Power Connector and Power Switch

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2.7 Wireless Connection

The following section describes the wireless modules on the circuit.

2.7.1 Wireless Ethernet

An integrated 802.11 b/g wireless LAN module and PIFA antenna on the ACT-08A-N270

ensure an uninterrupted wireless connection. PIFA antennas can receive high-quality,

uniform signals in any location from all directions without any signal degradation or

impedance and are the most efficient antennas on the market.

Figure 2-10: Wireless LAN PCIe Mini Card

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Chapter

3 Unpacking

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3.1 Unpacking

To unpack the access control terminal, follow the steps below:

WARNING!

The front side LCD screen has a protective plastic cover stuck to the

screen. Only remove the plastic cover after the ACT-08A-N270 has been

properly installed. This ensures the screen is protected during the

installation process.

Step 1: Use box cutters, a knife or a sharp pair of scissors that seals the top side of the

external (second) box.

Step 2: Open the external (second) box.

Step 3: Use box cutters, a knife or a sharp pair of scissors that seals the top side of the

internal (first) box.

Step 4: Lift the monitor out of the boxes.

Step 5: Remove both polystyrene ends, one from each side.

Step 6: Pull the plastic cover off the ACT-08A-N270.

Step 7: Make sure all the components listed in the packing list are present. Step 0:

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3.1.1 Packing List

The ACT-08A-N270 access control terminal is shipped with the following components:

Quantity Item Image

1 ACT-08A-N270 access control terminal

1 Screw set

1 Power adapter

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1 Power cord

1 Touch pen

1 User manual CD and driver CD

1 External SATA cable

Mini jumper pack (2.0 mm)

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the distributor or sales

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representative immediately.

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4 Installation

Chapter

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4.1 Anti-static Precautions

WARNING:

Failure to take ESD precautions during the maintenance of the

ACT-08A-N270 may result in permanent damage to the

ACT-08A-N270 and severe injury to the user.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,

including the ACT-08A-N270. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is

therefore critical that whenever the ACT-08A-N270 is accessed internally, or any other

electrical component is handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered

to.

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 Wear an anti-static wristband: - Wearing a simple anti-static wristband can

help to prevent ESD from damaging the board.

 Self-grounding: - Before handling the board touch any grounded conducting

material. During the time the board is handled, frequently touch any

conducting materials that are connected to the ground.

 Use an anti-static pad: - When configuring the ACT-08A-N270, place it on an

antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the

ACT-08A-N270.

 Only handle the edges of the PCB: - When handling the PCB, hold the PCB

by the edges.

4.2 Installation Precautions

When installing the POS system, please follow the precautions listed below:

 Power turned off: When installing the system, make sure the power is off.

Failing to turn off the power may cause severe injury to the body and/or

damage to the system.

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 Certified Engineers: Only certified engineers should install and modify

onboard functionalities.

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 Anti-static Discharge: If a user open the rear panel of the system, to

configure the jumpers or plug in added peripheral devices, ground themselves

first and wear and anti-static wristband.

4.3 Preinstalled Components

The following components are all preinstalled.

 Motherboard

 TFT LCD screen

 DDR2 memory module

 Resistive type touch screen

 RFID module

 Wireless LAN module

Preinstalled OEM customizations may include the following.

 Different DDR2 memory module

 CF card

Component installation is described in the following sections.

4.4 Installation and Configuration Steps

The following installation steps must be followed.

Step 1: Unpack the ACT-08A-N270

Step 2: Install CF card

Step 3: Configure the system

Step 4: Mount the ACT-08A-N270

Step 5: Connect peripheral devices to the bottom panel of the ACT-08A-N270. Step 0:

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4.5 Rear Panel Removal

WARNING:

Over-tightening rear panel screws will crack the plastic frame.

Maximum torque for cover screws is 5 kg-cm (0.36 lb-ft/0.49 Nm).

To access the CF slot and AT/ATX switch, the rear panel must be removed. To remove the

rear panel, please follow the steps below.

Step 1: Put the front panel of the ACT-08A-N270 on a table.

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Step 2: Remove the rear panel. Remove the nine retention screws (

the rear panel and lift the back cover off the ACT-08A-N270. Step 0:

Figure 4-1: Rear Panel Retention Screws

4.6 CF Card Installation

Figure 4-1) from

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The ACT-08A-N270 has one CF Type II slot. To install the CF card, follow the instructions

below.

Step 1: Remove the rear panel. Refer to Section

4.5.

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Step 2: Locate the CF socket. The CF socket is located inside the left side panel of the

ACT-08A-N270. See

Figure 4-2

Figure 4-2: CF Socket Location

Step 3: Install the CF Card. Correctly align the CF card with the socket and insert the

CF card into the socket. See

Figure 4-3.

Figure 4-3: CF Card Installation

Step 4: Replace the rear panel. Make sure the rear panel is properly secured with the

previously removed retention screws.Step 0:

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4.7 Jumper Settings

NOTE:

A jumper is a metal bridge used to close an

electrical circuit. It consists of two or three metal

pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a

plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect

them. To CLOSE/SHORT a jumper means

connecting the pins of the jumper with the plastic

clip and to OPEN a jumper means removing the

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plastic clip from a jumper.

The following jumpers can be found on the motherboard installed in the ACT-08A-N270.

Before the ACT-08A-N270 is installed, the jumpers must be set in accordance with the

desired configuration. The jumpers on the ACT-08A-N270 motherboard are listed in

Table 4-1.

Description Label Type

Clear CMOS J_COMS1 2-pin header

COM1 Pin 9 setting JP8 10-pin header

COM3 Pin 9 setting JP10 6-pin header

COM3 RX RS-232/422/485 select JP9 8-pin header

COM3 TX RS-422/485 select JP11 6-pin header

Figure 4-4: Jumper Locations

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COM3 RS-232/422/485 select JP6 12-pin header

Table 4-1: Jumpers

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4.7.1 Access the Jumpers

To access the jumpers, the rear panel and the aluminum cover must be removed. To

remove the rear panel and the aluminum cover, please follow the steps below.

WARNING:

Over-tightening rear panel screws will crack the plastic frame.

Maximum torque for cover screws is 5 kg-cm (0.36 lb-ft/0.49 Nm).

Step 1: Put the front panel of the ACT-08A-N270 on a table.

Step 2: Remove the rear panel. Remove the nine retention screws (

Figure 4-1) from

the rear panel and lift the rear panel off the ACT-08A-N270.

Figure 4-5: Rear Panel Retention Screws

Step 3: Remove the aluminum cover. The system motherboard is installed inside the

aluminum chassis. Remove the nine retention screws from the aluminum

chassis and lift the aluminum cover off the ACT-08A-N270. Step 0:

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Figure 4-6: Aluminum Chassis Cover Retention Screws

4.7.2 Preconfigured Jumpers

WARNING:

Do not change the settings on the jumpers in described here. Doing so

may disable or damage the system.

The following jumpers are preconfigured for the ACT-08A-N270. Users should no change

these jumpers (

Jumper Name Label Type

LVDS voltage selection J_VLVDS1 3-pin header

Touch Screen Select J1 4-pin header

Table 4-2).

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Panel Type and Resolution J_LCD_TYPE1 10-pin header

Table 4-2: Preconfigured Jumpers

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4.7.3 Clear CMOS Jumper

Jumper Label: J_CMOS1

Jumper Type:

2-pin header

Jumper Settings: See

Table 4-3

Jumper Location: See

Figure 4-7

If the ACT-08A-N270 fails to boot due to improper BIOS settings, the clear CMOS jumper

clears the CMOS data and resets the system BIOS information. To do this, use the jumper

cap to close the pins for a few seconds then remove the jumper clip.

If the “CMOS Settings Wrong” message is displayed during the boot up process, the fault

may be corrected by pressing the F1 to enter the CMOS Setup menu. Do one of the

following:

 Enter the correct CMOS setting

 Load Optimal Defaults

 Load Failsafe Defaults.

After having done one of the above, save the changes and exit the CMOS Setup menu.

The clear CMOS jumper settings are shown in

Table 4-3.

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Clear CMOS Description Short 1 - 2 Keep CMOS Setup Default Short 2 - 3 Clear CMOS Setup

Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings

The location of the clear CMOS jumper is shown in Figure 4-7 below.

Figure 4-7: Clear CMOS Jumper

4.7.4 COM Port Pin 9 Select

Jumper Label: JP8 and JP10

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Jumper Settings: See

Jumper Location: See

Table 4-4

Figure 4-8

Two jumpers (JP8 and JP10) configure pin 9 on COM1 and COM3 DB-9 connectors. Pin 9

on the COM1 and the COM3 DB-9 connectors can be set as the ring (RI) signal, +5 V or

+12 V. The COM1 and COM3 Pin 9 Setting jumper selection options are shown in

Table

4-4 and Table 4-5.

JP8 Description Short 1-3 COM1 RI Pin use +12 V Short 5-7 COM1 RI Pin use +5 V Short 7-9 COM1 RI Pin use RI Default

Table 4-4: COM1 Pin 9 Setting Jumper Settings

JP10 Description Short 1-2 COM3 RI Pin use +12 V

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Short 3-4 COM3 RI Pin use RI Default Short 5-6 COM3 RI Pin use +5 V

Table 4-5: COM3 Pin 9 Setting Jumper Settings

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The COM1 and COM3 Pin 9 Setting jumper locations are shown in Figure 4-8 below.

Figure 4-8: COM1 and COM3 Pin 9 Setting Jumper Locations

4.7.4.1 COM3 RS-422 and RS-485 Pinouts

The pinouts for RS-422 and RS-485 operation of external serial port COM 3 are detailed

below.

COM 3 RS-422 Description

Pin 1 TX- Pin 2 TX+ Pin 6 RX- Pin 7 RX+

Table 4-6: RS-422 Pinouts

COM 3 RS-485 Description

Pin 1 Data- Pin 2 Data+

Table 4-7: RS-485 Pinouts

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4.7.5 COM3 RX Function Select Jumper

Jumper Label: JP9

Jumper Type:

Jumper Settings: See

Jumper Location: See

The COM3 RX Function Select jumper sets the communication protocol used by the RX

serial communications port COM3 as RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485. The COM3 RX

Function Select jumper settings are shown in

COM3 RX Function Select Description Short 3-4 RS-232 Default Short 1-2, 5-6 RS-422 Short 1-2, 7-8 RS-485

Table 4-8: COM3 RX Function Select Jumper Settings

The COM3 RX Function Select jumper location is shown in Figure 4-9.

8-pin header

Table 4-8

Figure 4-9

Table 4-8.

Figure 4-9: COM3 RX Function Select Jumper Location

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4.7.6 COM3 TX Function Select Jumper

Jumper Label: JP11

Jumper Type:

6-pin header

Jumper Settings: See

Table 4-9

Jumper Location: See

Figure 4-10

The COM3 TX Function Select jumper configures the TX pin on COM3 serial port

connector as RS-422 as an RS-485. The COM3 TX Function Select jumper selection

options are shown in

Table 4-9.

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COM3 TX Function Select Description Short 1 – 3 RS-422 Short 2 – 4 RS-422 Short 3 – 5 RS-485 Short 4 – 6 RS-485

Table 4-9: COM3 TX Function Select Jumper Settings

The COM3 TX Function Select jumper location is shown in Figure 4-10 below.

Figure 4-10: COM3 TX Function Select Jumper Pinout Locations

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4.7.7 COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper

Jumper Label: JP6

Jumper Type:

Jumper Settings: See

Jumper Location: See

12-pin header (four 3-pin headers combined)

Table 4-10

Figure 4-11

The COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select jumper sets the communication protocol

used by the second serial communications port (COM3) as RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485.

The COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select settings are shown in

RS-232/485 Select Description Short 1-2 RS-232 Default Short 4-5 RS-232 Default Short 7-8 RS-232 Default Short 10-11 RS-232 Default Short 2-3 RS-422/485 Short 5-6 RS-422/485

Table 4-10.

Short 8-9 RS-422/485 Short 11-12 RS-422/485

Table 4-10: COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper Settings

The COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select jumper location is shown in Figure 4-11.

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Figure 4-11: COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper Location

4.7.8 AT/ATX Mode Selection

AT and ATX power modes can both be used on the ACT-08A-N270. The selection is

made through an AT/ATX switch inside the left panel (

Figure 4-12). To select AT mode or

ATX mode, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Remove the rear panel. Refer to Section

4.5.

Step 2: Locate the AT/ATX switch on the bottom panel (

Figure 4-12).

Figure 4-12: AT/ATX Switch

Step 3: Adjust the AT/ATX switch. The default mode is ATX mode. (

Figure 4-12)Step 3:

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4.8 Mounting the System

4.8.1 Wall Mounting (Optional)

To mount the ACT-08A-N270 onto the wall, please follow the steps below.

Step 4: Select the location on the wall for the wall-mounting bracket.

Step 5: Carefully mark the locations of the four screw holes in the bracket on the wall.

Step 6: Drill four pilot holes at the marked locations on the wall for the bracket retention

screws.

Step 7: Align the wall-mounting bracket screw holes with the pilot holes.

Step 8: Secure the mounting-bracket to the wall by inserting the retention screws into

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the four pilot holes and tightening them (

Figure 4-13).

Figure 4-13: Wall-mounting Bracket

Step 9: Insert the four monitor mounting screws provided in the wall mounting kit into the

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four screw holes on the real panel of the ACT-08A-N270 and tighten until the

screw shank is secured against the rear panel (

Step 10: Align the mounting screws on the rear panel with the mounting holes on the

Figure 4-14).

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bracket.

Step 11: Carefully insert the screws through the holes and gently pull the monitor

downwards until the ACT-08A-N270 rests securely in the slotted holes (

Figure

4-14). Ensure that all four of the mounting screws fit snuggly into their respective

slotted holes.

Figure 4-14: Chassis Support Screws

NOTE:

In the diagram below the bracket is already installed on the wall.

Step 12: Secure the ACT-08A-N270 by fastening the retention screw of the wall-mounting

bracket. (

Figure 4-15).Step 12:

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Figure 4-15: Secure the ACT-08A-N270

4.8.2 Panel Mounting

To mount the ACT-08A-N270 into a panel, please follow the steps below.

Step 13: Select the position on the panel to mount the ACT-08A-N270.

Step 14: Cut out a section from the panel that corresponds to the rear panel dimensions

of the ACT-08A-N270. Take care that the panel section that is cut out is smaller

than the overall size of the frame that surrounds the flat panel PC but just large

enough for the rear panel of the flat panel PC to fit through (see

Figure 4-16).

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Figure 4-16: ACT-08A-N270 Panel Opening (mm)

Step 15: Slide the flat panel PC through the hole until the frame is flush against the panel.

Step 16: Insert the panel mounting clamps into the pre-formed holes along the edges of

the chassis, behind the frame.

Step 17: Tighten the screws that pass through the panel mounting clamps until the plastic

caps at the front of all the screws are firmly secured to the panel (

Figure 4-17).

Step 17:

Figure 4-17: Tighten the Panel Mounting Clamp Screws

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4.8.3 Arm Mounting

The ACT-08A-N270 is VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) compliant and

can be mounted on an arm with a 75 mm interface pad. To mount the ACT-08A-N270 on

an arm, please follow the steps below.

Step 18: The arm is a separately purchased item. Please correctly mount the arm onto

the surface it uses as a base. To do this, refer to the installation documentation

that came with the mounting arm.

NOTE:

When purchasing the arm please ensure that it is VESA compliant and that

the arm has a 75 mm interface pad. If the mounting arm is not VESA

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compliant it cannot be used to support the ACT-08A-N270.

Step 19: Once the mounting arm has been firmly attached to the surface, lift the flat panel

PC onto the interface pad of the mounting arm.

Step 20: Align the retention screw holes on the mounting arm interface with those in the

flat panel PC. The ACT-08A-N270 arm mount retention screw holes are shown

Figure 4-18.

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Figure 4-18: ACT-08A-N270 Arm Mounting Retention Screw Holes

Step 21: Secure the flat panel PC to the interface pad by inserting four retention screws

through the bottom of the mounting arm interface pad and into the flat panel PC.

Step 0:

4.8.4 Cabinet and Rack Installation

The ACT-08A-N270 can be installed into a cabinet or rack. The installation procedures are

similar to the panel mounting installation. To do this, please follow the steps below:

NOTE:

When purchasing the cabinet/rack installation bracket, make sure it is

compatible with both the ACT-08A-N270 flat panel PC and the rack/cabinet

into which the ACT-08A-N270 is installed.

Step 1: Slide the rear chassis of the ACT-08A-N270 through the rack/cabinet bracket

until the frame is flush against the front of the bracket (

Figure 4-19).

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Figure 4-19: The Rack/Cabinet Bracket

Step 2: Insert the rack mounting clamps into the pre-formed holes along the edges of

the flat panel PC, behind the ABS/PC plastic frame.

Step 3: Tighten the screws that pass through the rack mounting clamps until the plastic

caps at the front of all the screws are firmly secured to the bracket (

Figure 4-20: Secure the Rack/Cabinet Bracket

Figure 4-20).

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Step 4: Slide the flat panel PC with the attached rack/cabinet bracket into a rack or

cabinet (

Figure 4-21).

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Figure 4-21: Install into a Rack/Cabinet

Step 5: Once the flat panel PC with the attached rack/cabinet bracket has been properly

inserted into the rack or cabinet, secure the front of the rack/cabinet bracket to

the front of the rack or cabinet (

Figure 4-21).Step 5:

4.9 Bottom Panel Connectors

4.9.1 LAN Connection

There are two external RJ-45 LAN connectors. The RJ-45 connectors enable connection

to an external network. To connect a LAN cable with an RJ-45 connector, please follow

the instructions below.

Step 6: Locate the RJ-45 connectors on the bottom panel of the ACT-08A-N270.

Step 7: Align the connectors. Align the RJ-45 connector on the LAN cable with one of

the RJ-45 connectors on the bottom panel of the ACT-08A-N270. See

Figure

4-22.

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Figure 4-22: LAN Connection

Step 8: Insert the LAN cable RJ-45 connector. Once aligned, gently insert the LAN

cable RJ-45 connector into the onboard RJ-45 connector. Step 0:

4.9.2 Serial Device Connection

The ACT-08A-N270 has two male DB-9 connectors on the bottom panel for serial devices

to be connected. Follow the steps below to connect a serial device to the ACT-08A-N270

POS system.

Step 1: Locate the DB-9 connector. The location of the DB-9 connector is shown in

Chapter 2.

Step 2: Insert the serial connector. Insert the DB-9 connector of a serial device into

the DB-9 connector on the bottom panel. See

Figure 4-23.

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Figure 4-23: Serial Device Connector

Step 3: Secure the connector. Secure the serial device connector to the external

interface by tightening the two retention screws on either side of the connector.

Step 0:

4.9.3 USB Device Connection

There are two external USB 2.0 connectors. To connect a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 device,

please follow the instructions below.

Step 1: Located the USB connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown

in Chapter 2.

Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the USB device connector with one of the

connectors on the bottom panel. See

Figure 4-24.

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Figure 4-24: USB Device Connection

Step 3: Insert the device connector. Once aligned, gently insert the USB device

connector into the onboard connector. Step 0:

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5 RFID Reader

Chapter

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5.1 Introduction

IEI provides a RFID tool (RF320) to configure Mifare cards and EM cards. The following

sections describe how to install the RF320 and how to use RF320 to configure Mifare

cards and EM cards.

5.2 Installation

The RF320 must be installed in the ACT-08A-N270 from the utility CD in the package

before using it to configure the RFID cards. To install the RF320, please follow the steps

below. The following example is based on the Windows

Step 1: Run the RF-320 setup V1.3.2.exe file from the utility CD.

Step 2: The InstallShield Wizard is prepared to guide the user through the rest of the

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XP environment.

process. Once initialized, the InstallShield Wizard welcome screen appears

(

Figure 5-1).

Figure 5-1: InstallShield Wizard Welcome Screen

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Step 3: Click N

Step 4: The Customer Information screen shown in

EXT to continue the installation.

Figure 5-2. Enter a user name and

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a company name. Click NEXT to continue the installation.

Figure 5-2: Customer Information Screen

Step 5: At this stage in

Figure 5-3 appears. Please choose the setup type. Click NEXT to

continue the installation.

Figure 5-3: Setup Type Selection Screen

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Step 6: The window shows the current settings for installing the RF320 (Figure 5-4).

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Click N

Figure 5-4: Current Settings Confirmation Screen

EXT to confirm the settings and continue the installation.

Step 7: Click F

Step 8: To launch the RF320, click Start menu  Program File  IEI  RF320.

Step 0:

INISH to exit.

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5.3 RF320 Interface Overview

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- COM Port Settings and Activation Area

Allows the user to select the serial port used by the ACT-08A-N270 to communicate

with the RFID reader module.

- Commands Area

Shows various request options for user to select.

- Data Input Area

The data input area is where the user enters block number, key, key data, and other

information required by certain commands.

- Raw Data Display Area

Shows all communication logs and responses of the executed commands.

- EM Card ID Display Area

Displays the EM card ID when the EM card is detected.

- Mifare Card ID Display Area

Displays the Mifare card ID when the Mifare card is detected.

Error Code Display Area

Shows the error message when an error occurs.

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5.4 Serial Port (COM) Settings

After launching the RF320 RFID tool, the COM port settings have to be set correctly to

enable the communication with the built-in RFID reader. Please follow the information

below to setup the COM port settings.

Model COM Port Baud Rate

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Table 5-1: RF320 COM Port Settings

Figure 5-5: RF320 COM Port Settings

NOTE:

COM 2 19200

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If the Hyper Terminal is used for communication, please setup the port

properties as shown below.

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Bits per second: 19200 Data bits: 8 Parity: None Stop bits: 1 Flow control: None

5.5 RF320 Commands

The RF320 provides five commands, including:

 Read Block: read the block data from the Mifare/EM card  Write Block: write the block data into the Mifare/EM card  Set Mifare Parameter  Get Mifare Parameter  Set RF320 Mode

The following sections describe how to use these commands.

5.5.1 Read Block

To read the block data from a Mifare card, please follow the steps below.

Step 1: Select Read Block in the command area (

Figure 5-6).

Step 2: Configure the data, including block, key, key data and time out (

Figure 5-6).

Step 3: Click the Execute button to execute the command through the selected serial

port (

Figure 5-6). The raw data of this command shows in the Raw Data area in

the format listed in

Table 5-2 and Table 5-3. Step 3:

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Formatted: Bulle

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Figure 5-6: Read Block

Field Command Block KEY KEY Data Time Out End

Digit 2 2 1 12 2 1

Data RB 00~63 A/B 000000000000

︴

(Hex)

FFFFFFFFFFFF

00~99

(Second)

Table 5-2: Read Block Raw Data Format

Status (2 digits) Block Data (32 digits) END (2 digits)

OK 32 bits (Hex) CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

ER Error Code (3 digits) CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

Table 5-3: Read Block Response Format

(0x0d)

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5.5.2 Write Block

To write the block data into a Mifare card, please follow the steps below.

Step 4: Select Write Block in the command area (

Figure 5-7).

Step 5: Configure the data, including block, key, key data, time out and data

(

Figure 5-7).

Step 6: Click the Execute button to execute the command through the selected serial

port (

Figure 5-7). The raw data of this command shows in the Raw Data area in

the format listed in

Table 5-4 and Table 5-5. Step 6:

Figure 5-7: Write Block

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Formatted: Bulle

Field Command Block KEY KEY Data Time Out Block Data End

Digit 2 2 1 12 2 32 1

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Data WB 00~63 A/B 000000000000

︴

(Hex)

FFFFFFFFFFFF

00~99

(Second)

32 digits

Hex

(0x0d)

Table 5-4: Write Block Raw Data Format

Status (2 digits) Block Data END (2 digits)

OK Null CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

ER Error Code (3 digits) CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

Table 5-5: Write Block Response Format

5.5.3 Set Mifare Parameter

To set parameter of a Mifare card reader, please follow the steps below.

Step 7: Select Set Mifare Parameter in the command area (

Figure 5-8).

Step 8: Select a Mifare mode.

 0-UUID: read serial number only.

 1-UUID & KEY A: read serial number and use "KEY A" to read "Block' data".

 2-UUID & KEY B: read serial number and use "KEY B" to read "Block data".

Step 9: Configure the block number, and key data (

Figure 5-8).

Step 10: Click the Execute button to execute the command through the selected serial

Figure 5-8). The raw data of this command shows in the Raw Data area in

port (

the format listed in

Table 5-6 and Table 5-7. Step 10:

Formatted: Bulle

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Figure 5-8: Set Mifare Parameter

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Field Command Access Mode Block KEY Data End

Digit 2 1 2 12 1

Data SM 0~2 00~63 000000000000

︴

(Hex)

FFFFFFFFFFFF

Table 5-6: Set Mifare Parameter Raw Data Format

Status (2 digits) Block Data END (2 digits)

OK Null CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

ER Error Code (3 digits) CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

Table 5-7: Set Mifare Parameter Response Format

CR (0x0d)

5.5.4 Get Mifare Parameter

To read the parameter of a Mifare card reader, please follow the steps below.

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Step 11: Select Get Mifare Parameter in the command area (

Figure 5-9).

Step 12: Click the Execute button to execute the command through the selected serial

Figure 5-9). The raw data of this command shows in the Raw Data area in

port (

the format listed in

Table 5-8 and Table 5-9. Step 12:

Formatted: Bulle

Figure 5-9: Get Mifare Parameter

Field Command End

Digit 2 1

Data RM CR (0x0d)

Table 5-8: Get Mifare Parameter Raw Data Format

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Status (2 digits) Block Data END (2 digits)

OK Access mode (1 digit) +

Block (2 digits) + Mode (1 digit)

ER Error Code (3 digits) CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

Table 5-9: Get Mifare Parameter Response Format

5.5.5 Set RF320 Mode

The Set RF320 Mode command is to set the type of RFID card for the RFID reader to

detect. To set the type of RFID card, please follow the steps below.

Step 13: Select Set RF320 Mode in the command area (

Step 14: Select a RF320 mode.

 1-EM12K: detect EM cards only.

 2-Mifare: detect Mifare cards only.

 3-EM and Mifare: detect both EM and Mifare cards.

Figure 5-10).

Step 15: Click the Execute button to execute the command through the selected serial

Figure 5-10). The raw data of this command shows in the Raw Data area

port (

in the format listed in

Table 5-10 and Table 5-11. Step 0:

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Figure 5-10: Set RF-320 Mode

Field Command Mode End

Digit 2 1 1

Data SA 1~3 CR (0x0d)

Table 5-10: Set RF320 Mode Raw Data Format

Status (2 digits) Block Data END (2 digits)

OK Null CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

ER Error Code (3 digits) CR,LF (0x0d,0x0a)

Table 5-11: Set RF320 Mode Response Format

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6 System Maintenance

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6.1 System Maintenance Introduction

If the components of the ACT-08A-N270 fail they must be replaced. Components that can

be replaced include:

 CF Module

 Wireless LAN module

 SO-DIMM module

Please contact the system reseller or vendor to purchase the replacement parts. Back

cover removal instructions and component replacement for the ACT-08A-N270 are

described below.

6.2 Anti-static Precautions

WARNING:

Failure to take ESD precautions during the maintenance of the

ACT-08A-N270 may result in permanent damage to the

ACT-08A-N270 and severe injury to the user.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,

including the ACT-08A-N270. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is

therefore critical that whenever the ACT-08A-N270 is accessed internally, or any other

electrical component is handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered

to.

 Wear an anti-static wristband: - Wearing a simple anti-static wristband can

help to prevent ESD from damaging the board.

 Self-grounding:- Before handling the board touch any grounded conducting

material. During the time the board is handled, frequently touch any

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conducting materials that are connected to the ground.

 Use an anti-static pad: When configuring the ACT-08A-N270, place it on an

antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the

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ACT-08A-N270.

 Only handle the edges of the PCB:- When handling the PCB, hold the PCB

by the edges.

6.3 Turn off the Power

WARNING:

Failing to turn off the system before opening it can cause permanent

damage to the system and serious or fatal injury to the user.

Before any maintenance procedures are carried out on the system, make sure the system

is turned off.

6.4 Removing the Rear Panel

WARNING:

Over-tightening rear panel screws will crack the plastic frame.

Maximum torque for cover screws is 5 kg-cm (0.36 lb-ft/0.49 Nm).

To access the ACT-08A-N270 internally, the rear panel must be removed. To remove the

rear panel, please follow the steps below.

Step 1: Follow all anti-static procedures. See Section

6.2.

Step 2: Turn off the power. See Section

6.3.

Step 3: Put the front panel of the ACT-08A-N270 on a table.

Step 4: Remove the rear panel. Remove the nine retention screws (

Figure 6-1) from

the rear panel and lift the rear panel off the ACT-08A-N270.

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Figure 6-1: Rear Panel Retention Screws

Step 5: Remove the aluminum cover. The system motherboard is installed inside the

aluminum chassis. Remove the nine retention screws (

aluminum chassis and lift the aluminum cover off the ACT-08A-N270. Step 0:

Figure 6-2) from the

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Figure 6-2: Aluminum Chassis Cover Retention Screws

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6.5 Replacing Components

6.5.1 CF Card Replacement

The ACT-08A-N270 has one CF Type II slot. To replace the CF card, follow the

instructions below.

Step 1: Follow all anti-static procedures. See Section

6.2.

Step 2: Turn off the power. See Section

6.3.

Step 3: Follow the steps described in Section

4.6 to replace the CF card. Step 3:

6.5.2 SO-DIMM Module Replacement

WARNING:

Using incorrectly specified SO-DIMM may cause permanently damage

the ACT-08A-N270. Please make sure the purchased SO-DIMM

complies with the memory specifications of the ACT-08A-N270.

To replace the SO-DIMM module, please follow the steps below.

Step 4: Follow all anti-static procedures. See Section

6.2.

Step 5: Turn off the power. See Section

6.3.

Step 6: Remove the back panel. See Section

6.4.

Step 7: Locate the SO-DIMM module. See

Figure 6-3.

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Figure 6-3: SO-DIMM Socket Location

Step 8: Open the SO-DIMM socket arms. Gently pull the arms of the SO-DIMM socket

out and remove the old SO-DIMM.

Step 9: Align the SO-DIMM with the socket. The SO-DIMM must be oriented in such a

way that the notch in the middle of the SO-DIMM must be aligned with the

plastic bridge in the socket.

Step 10: Insert the SO-DIMM. Push the SO-DIMM chip into the socket at an angle

Figure 6-4).

(

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Figure 6-4: SO-DIMM Installation

Step 11: Secure the SO-DIMM. Push the SO-DIMM down. The clip into place and secure

the SO-DIMM in the socket.Step 0:

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6.5.3 Wireless Module Replacement

To replace the wireless module, please follow the steps below.

Step 1: Follow all anti-static procedures. See Section

6.2.

Step 2: Turn off the power. See Section

6.3.

Step 3: Remove the back panel. See Section

6.4.

Step 4: Locate the wireless module. The wireless module is located below the CPU

heat sink. See

Figure 6-5.

Figure 6-5: Wireless Module Location

Step 5: Open the PCIe Mini card socket clips. The PCIe Mini card socket has two

clips that secure the PCIe Mini wireless module into the socket. Before the

wireless module can be removed from the socket, the clips must be opened.

Step 6: Remove the wireless module. Once the two clips of the PCIe Mini card socket

are open, remove the wireless module from the socket.

Step 7: Align the new wireless module with the PCIe Mini card socket. The wireless

module must be oriented in such a way that the notch in the wireless module

must be aligned with the plastic bridge in the socket.

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Step 8: Insert the wireless module. Push the wireless module into the socket at an

angle.

Step 9: Secure the wireless module. Push the wireless module down until the two

clips into place, securing the card in place.

6.5.4 Motherboard Replacement

A user cannot replace a motherboard. If the motherboard fails it must be shipped back to

IEI to be replaced. If the system motherboard has failed, please contact the system vendor,

reseller or an IEI sales person directly.

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7 AMI BIOS Setup

Chapter

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7.1 Introduction

A licensed copy of AMI BIOS is preprogrammed into the ROM BIOS. The BIOS setup

program allows users to modify the basic system configuration. This chapter describes

how to access the BIOS setup program and the configuration options that may be

changed.

7.1.1 Starting Setup

The AMI BIOS is activated when the computer is turned on. The setup program can be

activated in one of two ways.

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1. Press the D

2. Press the D

message appears on the screen. 0.

If the message disappears before the D

again.

ELETE key as soon as the system is turned on or ELETE key when the “Press Del to enter SETUP”

ELETE key is pressed, restart the computer and try

7.1.2 Using Setup

Use the arrow keys to highlight items, press ENTER to select, use the PageUp and PageDown keys to change entries, press F1 for help and press E

keys are shown in.

Key Function

Up arrow Move to previous item

Down arrow Move to next item

Left arrow Move to the item on the left hand side

SC to quit. Navigation

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Right arrow Move to the item on the right hand side

Esc key Main Menu – Quit and not save changes into CMOS

Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu --

Exit current page and return to Main Menu

Page Up key Increase the numeric value or make changes

Page Dn key Decrease the numeric value or make changes

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F1 key General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option

Page Setup Menu

F2 /F3 key Change color from total 16 colors. F2 to select color

forward.

F10 key Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu

Table 7-1: BIOS Navigation Keys

7.1.3 Getting Help

When F1 is pressed a small help window describing the appropriate keys to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item appears. To exit the Help Window press E

SC or

the F1 key again.

7.1.4 Unable to Reboot After Configuration Changes

If the computer cannot boot after changes to the system configuration is made, CMOS

defaults. Use the jumper described in Chapter 5.

7.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar

The menu bar on top of the BIOS screen has the following main items:

 Main Changes the basic system configuration.  Advanced Changes the advanced system settings.  PCIPnP Changes the advanced PCI/PnP Settings  Boot Changes the system boot configuration.  Security Sets User and Supervisor Passwords.  Chipset Changes the chipset settings.  Exit Selects exit options and loads default settings

The following sections completely describe the configuration options found in the menu

items at the top of the BIOS screen and listed above.

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7.2 Main

The Main BIOS menu (6BIOS Menu 1) appears when the BIOS Setup program is entered. The Main menu gives an overview of the basic system information.

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BIOS Menu 1: Main

 System Overview

The System Overvie w lists a brief summary of different system components. The fields in System Overview cannot be changed. The items shown in the system overview include:

 AMI BIOS: Displays auto-detected BIOS information

o Version: Current BIOS version o Build Date: Date the current BIOS version was made o ID: Installed BIOS ID

 Processor: Displays auto-detected CPU specifications

o Type: Names the currently installed processor o Speed: Lists the processor speed o Count: The number of CPUs on the CPU card

 System Memory: Displays the auto-detected system memory.

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o Size: Lists memory size

The System Overview field also has two user configurable fields:

 System Time [xx:xx:xx]

Use the System Time option to set the system time. Manually enter the hours, minutes

and seconds.

 System Date [xx/xx/xx]

Use the System Date option to set the system date. Manually enter the day, month and year.

7.3 Advanced

Use the Advanced menu (6BIOS Menu 2) to configure the CPU and peripheral devices

through the following sub-menus:

WARNING:

Setting the wrong values in the sections below may cause the system

to malfunction. Make sure that the settings made are compatible with

the hardware.

 CPU Configuration (see Section 67.3.1)  IDE Configuration (see Section 67.3.2)  SuperIO Configuration (see Section 67.3.3)  Hardware Health Configuration (see Section 67.3.4)  Power Configuration (see Section 67.3.5)  Remote Access Configuration (see Section 67.3.5.2)  USB Configuration (see Section 67.3.7)

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BIOS Menu 2: Advanced

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7.3.1 CPU Configuration

Use the CPU Configuration menu (6BIOS Menu 3) to view detailed CPU specifications

and configure the CPU.

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BIOS Menu 3: CPU Configuration

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The CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 3) lists the following CPU details:

 Manufacturer: Lists the name of the CPU manufacturer  Brand String: Lists the brand name of the CPU being used  Frequency: Lists the CPU processing speed  FSB Speed: Lists the FSB speed  Cache L1: Lists the CPU L1 cache size  Cache L2: Lists the CPU L2 cache size

7.3.2 IDE Configuration

Use the IDE Configuration menu (6BIOS Menu 4) to change and/or set the configuration

of the IDE devices installed in the system.

BIOS Menu 4: IDE Configuration

 ATA/IDE Configurations [Compatible]

Use the ATA/IDE Configurations option to configure the ATA/IDE controller.



Disabled

Disables the on-board ATA/IDE controller.

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

Compatible D

EFAULT

Configures the on-board ATA/IDE controller to be in

compatible mode. In this mode, a SATA channel will

replace one of the IDE channels. This mode supports up

to 4 storage devices.



Enhanced

Configures the on-board ATA/IDE controller to be in

Enhanced mode. In this mode, IDE channels and SATA

channels are separated. This mode supports up to 6

storage devices. Some legacy OS do not support this

mode.

 Legacy IDE Channels [PATA Pri, SATA Sec]



SA TA Only

Reserved

Only the SATA drives are enabled.

The IDE channels are reserved.



SA TA Pri, PATA Sec D



PATA Only

 IDE Master and IDE Slave

When entering setup, BIOS auto detects the presence of IDE devices. BIOS displays the

status of the auto detected IDE devices. The following IDE devices are detected and are

shown in the IDE Configuration menu:

 Primary IDE Master

 Primary IDE Slave

 Secondary IDE Master

EFAULT

The IDE drives are enabled on the Primary

IDE channel. The SATA drives are enabled on

the Secondary IDE channel.

The IDE drives are enabled on the primary

and secondary IDE channels. SATA drives

are disabled.

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 Secondary IDE Slave

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The IDE Configuration menu (6BIOS Menu 4) allows changes to the configurations for the

IDE devices installed in the system. If an IDE device is detected, and one of the above

listed four BIOS configuration options are selected, the IDE configuration options shown in

Section

67.3.2.1 appear.

7.3.2.1 IDE Master, IDE Slave

Use the IDE Master and IDE Slave configuration menu to view both primary and

secondary IDE device details and configure the IDE devices connected to the system.

BIOS Menu 5: IDE Master and IDE Slave Configuration

 Auto-Detected Drive Parameters

The “grayed-out” items in the left frame are IDE disk drive parameters automatically

detected from the firmware of the selected IDE disk drive. The drive parameters are listed

as follows:

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 Device: Lists the device type (e.g. hard disk, CD-ROM etc.)  Type: Indicates the type of devices a user can manually select  Vendor: Lists the device manufacturer  Size: List the storage capacity of the device.  LBA Mode: Indicates whether the LBA (Logical Block Addressing) is a

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method of addressing data on a disk drive is supported or not.

 Block Mode: Block mode boosts IDE drive performance by increasing the

amount of data transferred. Only 512 bytes of data can be transferred per

interrupt if block mode is not used. Block mode allows transfers of up to 64 KB

per interrupt.

 PIO Mode: Indicates the PIO mode of the installed device.  Async DMA: Indicates the highest Asynchronous DMA Mode that is

supported.

 Ultra DMA: Indicates the highest Synchronous DMA Mode that is supported.  S.M.A.R.T.: Indicates whether or not the Self-Monitoring Analysis and

 32Bit Data Transfer: Enables 32-bit data transfer.

 Type [Auto]

Use the Type BIOS option select the type of device the AMIBIOS attempts to boot from

after the Power-On Self-Test (POST) is complete.



Not Installed



Auto DEFAULT



CD/DVD

Reporting Technology protocol is supported.

BIOS is prevented from searching for an IDE disk

drive on the specified channel.

The BIOS auto detects the IDE disk drive type

attached to the specified channel. This setting should

be used if an IDE hard disk drive is attached to the

specified channel.

The CD/DVD option specifies that an IDE CD-ROM

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drive is attached to the specified IDE channel. The

BIOS does not attempt to search for other types of

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IDE disk drives on the specified channel.



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ARMD

 LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

Use the LBA/Large Mode option to disable or enable BIOS to auto detects LBA (Logical

Block Addressing). LBA is a method of addressing data on a disk drive. In LBA mode, the

maximum drive capacity is 137 GB.



Disabled



Auto DEFAULT

BIOS is prevented from using the LBA mode control on

This option specifies an ATAPI Removable Media

Device. These include, but are not limited to:

 ZIP

 LS-120

the specified channel.

BIOS auto detects the LBA mode control on the specified

channel.

 Block (Multi Sector Transfer) [Auto]

Use the Block (Multi Sector Transfer) to disable or enable BIOS to auto detect if the

device supports multi-sector transfers.



Disabled



Auto DEFAULT

BIOS is prevented from using Multi-Sector Transfer on the

specified channel. The data to and from the device occurs

one sector at a time.

BIOS auto detects Multi-Sector Transfer support on the

drive on the specified channel. If supported the data

transfer to and from the device occurs multiple sectors at

a time.

 PIO Mode [Auto]

Use the PIO Mode option to select the IDE PIO (Programmable I/O) mode program timing

cycles between the IDE drive and the programmable IDE controller. As the PIO mode

increases, the cycle time decreases.

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

Auto DEFAULT



 DMA Mode [Auto]

PIO mode 0 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 3.3MBps

PIO mode 1 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 5.2MBps

PIO mode 2 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 8.3MBps

PIO mode 3 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 11.1MBps

PIO mode 4 selected with a maximum transfer rate of 16.6MBps

BIOS auto detects the PIO mode. Use this value if the IDE disk

drive support cannot be determined.

(This setting generally works with all hard disk drives

manufactured after 1999. For other disk drives, such as IDE

CD-ROM drives, check the specifications of the drive.)

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Use the DMA Mode BIOS selection to adjust the DMA mode options.



Auto DEFAULT



SWDMA0



SWDMA1



SWDMA2

Single Word DMA mode 0 selected with a maximum data

Single Word DMA mode 1 selected with a maximum data

Single Word DMA mode 2 selected with a maximum data

BIOS auto detects the DMA mode. Use this value if the IDE

disk drive support cannot be determined.

transfer rate of 2.1MBps

transfer rate of 4.2MBps

transfer rate of 8.3MBps

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

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MWDMA0

Multi Word DMA mode 0 selected with a maximum data

transfer rate of 4.2MBps



MWDMA1

MWDMA2

UDMA1

UDMA2

UDMA3

Multi Word DMA mode 1 selected with a maximum data

transfer rate of 13.3MBps

Multi Word DMA mode 2 selected with a maximum data

transfer rate of 16.6MBps

Ultra DMA mode 0 selected with a maximum data transfer

rate of 16.6MBps

Ultra DMA mode 1 selected with a maximum data transfer

rate of 25MBps

Ultra DMA mode 2 selected with a maximum data transfer

rate of 33.3MBps

Ultra DMA mode 3 selected with a maximum data transfer

rate of 44MBps (To use this mode, it is required that an



UDMA4



UDMA5

 S.M.A.R.T [Auto]

Use the S.M.A.R.T option to auto-detect, disable or enable Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) on the drive on the specified channel. S.M.A.R.T predicts impending drive failures. The S.M.A.R.T BIOS option enables or disables this function.

80-conductor ATA cable is used.)

Ultra DMA mode 4 selected with a maximum data transfer

rate of 66.6MBps (To use this mode, it is required that an

80-conductor ATA cable is used.)

Ultra DMA mode 5 selected with a maximum data transfer

rate of 99.9MBps (To use this mode, it is required that an

80-conductor ATA cable is used.)

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

Auto DEFAULT



Disabled



Enabled

 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

Use the 32Bit Data Transfer BIOS option to enables or disable 32-bit data transfers.



Disabled



Enabled DEFAULT

Prevents BIOS from using the HDD SMART feature.

Allows BIOS to use the HDD SMART feature

Prevents the BIOS from using 32-bit data transfers.

7.3.3 Super IO Configuration

Use the Super IO Configuration menu (6BIOS Menu 6) to set or change the

BIOS auto detects HDD SMART support.

Allows BIOS to use 32-bit data transfers on supported

hard disk drives.

configurations for the FDD controllers, parallel ports and serial ports.

BIOS Menu 6: Super IO Configuration

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 Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]

Use the Serial Port1 Address option to select the Serial Port 1 base address.



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Disabled



3F8/IRQ4 DEFAULT



3E8/IRQ4



2E8/IRQ3

 Serial Port1 Mode [Normal]

Use the Serial Port1 Mode option to select the transmitting and receiving mode for the

first serial port.



Normal DEFAULT

No base address is assigned to Serial Port 1

Serial Port 1 I/O port address is 3E8 and the interrupt

Serial Port 1 I/O port address is 2E8 and the interrupt

Serial Port 1 I/O port address is 3F8 and the interrupt

address is IRQ4

address is IRQ3

Serial Port 1 mode is normal



IrDA



ASK IR

 Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]

Use the Serial Port2 Address option to select the Serial Port 2 base address.



Disabled



2F8/IRQ3 DEFAULT



3E8/IRQ4

Serial Port 1 mode is IrDA

Serial Port 1 mode is ASK IR

No base address is assigned to Serial Port 2

Serial Port 2 I/O port address is 2F8 and the interrupt

address is IRQ3

Serial Port 2 I/O port address is 3E8 and the interrupt

address is IRQ4

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

2E8/IRQ3

 Serial Port3 Address [3E8]

Use the Serial Port3 Address option to select the Serial Port 3 base address.



Disabled



3E8 DEFAULT



2E8



2F0



2E0

 Serial Port3 IRQ [11]

Serial Port 2 I/O port address is 2E8 and the interrupt

No base address is assigned to Serial Port 3

Serial Port 3 I/O port address is 2E8

Serial Port 3 I/O port address is 2F0

Serial Port 3 I/O port address is 2E0

address is IRQ3

Serial Port 3 I/O port address is 3E8

Use the Serial Port3 IRQ option to select the interrupt address for serial port 3.

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11 D

 Serial Port4 Address [2E8]

Use the Serial Port4 IRQ option to select the interrupt address for serial port 4.

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Disabled

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2E8 D

 Serial Port4 IRQ [10]

Use the Serial Port4 IRQ option to select the interrupt address for serial port 4.

Serial port 3 IRQ address is 10

EFAULT

No base address is assigned to serial port 3

EFAULT

Serial port 3 IRQ address is 11

Serial port 4 I/O port address is 2E8

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10 D

EFAULT

Serial port 4 IRQ address is 10

IEI Technology ACT-08A-N270 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1 Introduction

1.1 ACT-08A-N270 All-in-One Access Control Terminal

1.1.1 Features and Model Variations

1.1.2 Applications

1.2 External Overview

1.2.1 General Description

1.2.2 Front Panel

1.2.3 Rear Panel

1.2.4 Bottom Panel

1.2.5 Side Panels

1.3 Internal Overview

1.4 Specifications

1.4.1 Preinstalled Hardware Components

1.4.2 System Specifications

2 Detailed Specifications

2.1 Dimensions

2.1.1 ACT-08A-N270 Dimensions

2.2 Processor Support

2.3 Motherboard Components

2.3.1 Memory Support

2.3.1.1 Installed Memory

2.3.1.2 Maximum Memory

2.3.2 Storage Capacity

2.4 ACT-08A-N270 Front Side

2.4.1 Monitor

2.4.2 Touch-Screen Module

2.4.3 RFID Reader

2.4.4 Digital Camera and Microphone

2.4.5 Stereo Speakers

2.5 External Peripheral Interface Connectors

2.5.1 Serial Port Connectors

2.5.2 LAN Connectivity

2.5.3 External USB Connectors

2.5.4 External SATA Connector

2.6 System Power

2.6.1 Power Mode

2.6.1.1 ATX Power Mode (Default)

2.6.1.2 AT Power Mode

2.6.2 Power Adapter

2.6.3 Power Connectors

2.7 Wireless Connection

2.7.1 Wireless Ethernet

3 Unpacking

3.1 Unpacking

3.1.1 Packing List

4 Installation

4.1 Anti-static Precautions

4.2 Installation Precautions

4.3 Preinstalled Components

4.4 Installation and Configuration Steps

4.5 Rear Panel Removal

4.6 CF Card Installation

4.7 Jumper Settings

4.7.1 Access the Jumpers

4.7.2 Preconfigured Jumpers

4.7.3 Clear CMOS Jumper

4.7.4 COM Port Pin 9 Select

4.7.4.1 COM3 RS-422 and RS-485 Pinouts

4.7.5 COM3 RX Function Select Jumper

4.7.6 COM3 TX Function Select Jumper

4.7.7 COM3 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select Jumper

4.7.8 AT/ATX Mode Selection

4.8 Mounting the System

4.8.1 Wall Mounting (Optional)

4.8.2 Panel Mounting

4.8.3 Arm Mounting

4.8.4 Cabinet and Rack Installation

4.9 Bottom Panel Connectors

4.9.1 LAN Connection

4.9.2 Serial Device Connection

4.9.3 USB Device Connection

5 RFID Reader

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Installation

5.3 RF320 Interface Overview

5.4 Serial Port (COM) Settings