Moxa MC-1200 User Manual

MC-1200 Series Hardware User’s Manual

Version 1.0, November 2020

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MC-1200 Series Hardware User’s Manual

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1

Package Checklist ............................................................................................................................... 1-2

Product Features ................................................................................................................................ 1-2

Hardware Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 1-2

Hardware Block Diagram ..................................................................................................................... 1-2

2. Hardware Introduction...................................................................................................................... 2-1

Appearance ........................................................................................................................................ 2-2

Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................ 2-3

LED Indicators .................................................................................................................................... 2-3

3. Hardware Connection Description ..................................................................................................... 3-1

Installing the MC-1200 ........................................................................................................................ 3-2

Wiring Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 3-4

Connecting the Power .................................................................................................................. 3-4

Grounding the Unit ...................................................................................................................... 3-5

Connecting to a Network ..................................................................................................................... 3-5

Connecting to a Serial Device ............................................................................................................... 3-6

Connecting to a USB Device ................................................................................................................. 3-6

Connecting to an HDMI Device ............................................................................................................. 3-7

Installing Communications Modules ....................................................................................................... 3-7

Installing the mSATA Module ........................................................................................................ 3-8

Installing the Wi-Fi Module ........................................................................................................... 3-8

Installing the Cellular Module ...................................................................................................... 3-12

RTC Battery Replacement .................................................................................................................. 3-16

4. BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 4-1

Entering the BIOS Setup ...................................................................................................................... 4-2

Main Page .......................................................................................................................................... 4-3

Advanced Settings .............................................................................................................................. 4-4

Intel Rapid Storage Technology ..................................................................................................... 4-7

CPU Configuration ....................................................................................................................... 4-8

Video Configuration ..................................................................................................................... 4-9

Chipset Configuration................................................................................................................. 4-10

SIO ITE8786E ........................................................................................................................... 4-11

Console Redirection ................................................................................................................... 4-12

Security Settings .............................................................................................................................. 4-13

Current TPM Device ................................................................................................................... 4-13

TPM State................................................................................................................................. 4-13

Clear TPM ................................................................................................................................. 4-13

Set Supervisor Password ............................................................................................................ 4-14

Power Settings ................................................................................................................................. 4-15

Wake on LAN ............................................................................................................................ 4-15

Auto Wake on S5 ...................................................................................................................... 4-15

mPCIE#1 Power ........................................................................................................................ 4-15

mPCIE#2 Power ........................................................................................................................ 4-16

Boot Settings ................................................................................................................................... 4-16

Boot Type ................................................................................................................................. 4-16

Network Stack .......................................................................................................................... 4-16

PXE Boot capability .................................................................................................................... 4-16

USB Boot ................................................................................................................................. 4-17

Timeout ................................................................................................................................... 4-17

EFI .......................................................................................................................................... 4-17

Exit Settings .................................................................................................................................... 4-17

Exit Saving Changes .................................................................................................................. 4-17

Save Change Without Exit .......................................................................................................... 4-17

Exit Discarding Changes ............................................................................................................. 4-18

Load Optimal Defaults ................................................................................................................ 4-18

Load Custom Defaults ................................................................................................................ 4-18

Save Custom Defaults ................................................................................................................ 4-18

Discard Changes ....................................................................................................................... 4-18

Enabling AMT ................................................................................................................................... 4-19

Using AMT ....................................................................................................................................... 4-22

Upgrading the BIOS .......................................................................................................................... 4-23

A. Regulatory Approval Statement ........................................................................................................ A-1

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1. Introduction

The MC-1200 Series computers are built around a 7th Gen Intel® Celeron® or Intel® Core™ i3, i5, or i7

processor and come with 1 HDMI display port, 3 USB 3.0 ports, 2 gigabit LAN ports, and 2 3-in-1

RS-232/422/485 serial ports. The MC-1200 is equipped with a 2.5” HDD/SSD slot and a built-in TPM 2.0

module.

Additional value and convenience is provided through a modular design with three independent slots for flexible

system integration and expansion. Users have the option to add a variety of different communications modules,

including Wi-Fi, 3G, LTE, GPS, and mSATA expansion modules.

The MC-1200 is designed to operate reliably in extreme conditions, such as continuous exposure to low or high

temperatures, humidity, high vibration, and power surges, making them perfect for heavy industry, solar grid,

water/wastewater, oil and gas, and transportation applications.

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Package Checklist

Product Features

Hardware Specifications

Hardware Block Diagram

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NOTE

The latest specifications for Moxa’s products can be found at https://moxa.com.

Package Checklist

• MC-1200 embedded computer

• Terminal block to power jack converter

• DIN-rail mounting kit

• Quick installation guide (printed)

• Warranty card

NOTE: Please notify your sales representative if any of the above items are missing or damaged.

Product Features

MC-1200 embedded computers comes with the following:

• Mini-PCIe sockets for Wi-Fi, 3G, LTE, GPS, and mSATA expansion modules

• 7th Gen Intel® Core™ processor (Kaby Lake U)

• Built-in DDR4 memory slots; total capacity up to 32 GB

• ATEX and IECEx Zone 2 compliance

• Built-in TPM 2.0 module

• Variety of interfaces: 2 serial ports, 2 Giga LANs, 3 USB 3.0 (type A) ports

Hardware Specifications

Hardware Block Diagram

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2. Hardware Introduction

The MC-1200 Series embedded computers are compact, well designed, and rugged enough for industrial

applications. LED indicators help you monitor the performance and identify trouble spots. Multiple serial ports

allow you to connect different devices for wireless operation and the reliable and stable hardware platform lets

you devote your attention to developing your applications.

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Appearance

Dimensions

LED Indicators

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Top View

Bottom

Appearance

Front View

View

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Green

Blinking: Data is being transmitted

Off

No connection

Dimensions

LED Indicators

LED Name Status Function

Power

Storage 1 (mSATA)

LAN ½

(on connectors)

Tx 1/2

Rx 1/2

Green Power is on and computer is functioning normally

Off Power is off

Yellow Blinking: Data transmission

Off No data transmission.

Green Steady On: 100 Mbps Ethernet link

Blinking: Data is being transmitted

Yellow Steady On: 1000 Mbps Ethernet link

Blinking: Data is being transmitted

Off 10 Mbps Ethernet link or LAN is not connected

Off No connection

Yellow Blinking: Data is being transmitted

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3. Hardware Connection Description

In this chapter, we describe how to connect the embedded computer to the network and to various devices.

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Installing the MC-1200

Wiring Requirements

 Connecting the Power

 Grounding the Unit

Connecting to a Network

Connecting to a Serial Device

Connecting to a USB Device

Connecting to an HDMI Device

Installing Communications Modules

 Installing the mSATA Module

 Installing the Wi-Fi Module

 Installing the Cellular Module

RTC Battery Replacement

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Installing the MC-1200

DIN-rail Mounting

The MC-1200 comes with a DIN-rail mounting kit for installing the computer on a DIN rail.

Installation

STEP 1:

Use the 4 screws included with the kit to attach the

DIN-rail mounting bracket to the MC-1200’s rear

panel and tighten the screws to secure the bracket

to the MC-1200.

STEP 2:

Insert the top of the DIN rail into the slot just below

the upper hook of the DIN-rail mounting kit.

STEP 3:

Press the MC-1200 towards the DIN rail until it

snaps into place.

Removal

STEP 1:

Pull down the latch on the mounting kit with a

screwdriver.

STEP 2 & 3:

Slightly pull the MC-1200 forward and lift it up to

remove it from the DIN rail.

For the specifications of the DIN-rail mounting

screws, refer to the illustrations on the right and

adhere to these values to tighten the DIN-rail

bracket on to the rear of the computer.

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NOTE

The wall

STEP 1:

Use three screws for each bracket and attach the

brackets to the rear of the

Refer to the figure on the right for the specifications

of the screws

STEP 2:

Use

to

a wall or cabinet.

Note:

Mounting the MC-1200 to a wall requires four screws.

Use the MC

wall-mount brackets attached, as a guide to mark the

correct locations of the screws. The heads of the

screws should be less than 6.0 mm in diameter, and

the shafts should be less than 3.5 mm in diameter, as

show in the figure on the right.

Do not fasten the screws in all the

leave a space

of about 2 mm to allow room for sliding the wall

mount bracket between the wall and the screws.

Wall or Cabinet Mounting (DNV)

Use the optional wall-mounting kit to install the MC-1200 on to a wall.

-mounting kit can be purchased separately.

MC-1200.

used to attach the brackets.

two screws per bracket to attach the MC-1200

-1200 computer, with the optional

way;

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ATTENTION

Safety First!

Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing and/or wiring your

Wiring Caution!

Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes

dictating the maximum current allowable for each wire size. If the current goes above the maximum ratings,

the wiring could overheat, causing serious damage to your equipment.

Temperature Caution!

Be careful when handling the unit. When the unit is plugged in, the internal components generate heat, and

consequently the outer casing may feel hot to the touch.

Use an LPS (9

1200's terminal

block to power jack conv

properly, the Power LED will light up. The OS is ready when the Power LED

green.

ATTENTION

This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Supply with output marked LPS and rated to deliver

9 to 36 VDC at a minimum of 8 A.

Wiring Requirements

In this section, we describe how to connect serial devices to the MC-1200 embedded computer.

Be sure to read and follow these common safety precautions before proceeding with the installation of any

electronic device:

• Use separate paths to route wiring for power and devices. If power wiring and device wiring paths must

cross, make sure the wires are perpendicular at the crossing point.

NOTE: Do not run signal or communication wiring together with power wiring in the same wire conduit. To

avoid interference, wires with different signal characteristics should be routed separately.

• Use the type of signal transmitted through a wire to determine which wires should be kept separate. The

rule of thumb is that wiring that shares similar electrical characteristics can be bundled together.

• Keep input wiring and output wiring separated.

• For future reference, you should label the wiring used for all of your devices.

Connecting the Power

MC-1200.

-36 VDC) or Class 2 power cord to connect to the MC-

erter and then turn on the power. If the power is supplied

is solid

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noise due to electromagnetic interference (EMI). Run

surface prior to connecting the

connect a network cable to the embedded computer’s

Ethernet port and connect the other end of the cable

cable is properly

Two 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports

connectors are located on the front panel of the

embedded computer. Refer to the

right for the location of the

NOTE

Th

want

to use

Ethernet

cable.

6

ERx-

TRD(1)-

Grounding the Unit

Grounding and wire routing help limit the effects of

the ground connection from the grounding screw

(M4) to the grounding

power.

Connecting to a Network

To connect the MC-1200 computer to a network,

to your Ethernet network. When the

connected, the LEDs on the embedded computer’s

Ethernet port turn on to indicate a valid connection.

e pin assignments for the MC-1200 computer’s Ethernet port are shown in the following figure. If you

your own Ethernet cable, ensure that you match the pin assignments of the connector on the

Pin 10/100 Mbps 1000 Mbps

1 ETx+ TRD(0)+

2 ETx- TRD(0)-

3 ERx+ TRD(1)+

4 – TRD(2)+

5 – TRD(2)-

with RJ45

illustration n the

Ethernet ports.

7 – TRD(3)+

8 – TRD(3)-

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Use a serial cable to connect your serial device to

the embedded computer’s serial port.

ports P1 to P2 have male DB9 connectors and can

be configured for RS

communication. For information on serial port

configuration, ref

manual

DB9 Male Port

RS

2

RxD

TxDB(+)

TxDB(+)

–

5

GND

GND

GND

GND

The MC

with type

ports can be used to connect to an external flash disk

or hard drive. You can also use these USB ports to

connect to a keyboard or a mouse.

Connecting to a Serial Device

The serial

-232, RS-422, or RS-485

er to the MC-1200 software

.

The pin assignments of the serial ports are shown in the following table:

-232/422/485 Pinouts

Pin RS-232 RS-422 RS-485 (4-wire) RS-485 (2-wire)

1 DCD TxDA(-) TxDA(-) –

3 TxD RxDB(+) RxDB(+) DataB(+)

4 DTR RxDA(-) RxDA(-) DataA(-)

6 DSR – – –

7 RTS – – –

8 CTS – – –

Connecting to a USB Device

-1200 is provided with three USB 3.0 ports

-A connectors on the front panel. These

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Connecting to an HDMI Device

The MC-1200 Series offers an HDMI connector

located on the front panel, allowing users to connect

to an audio or video device. Make sure you use an

HDM-certified cable for a reliable audio or video

connection.

Installing Communications Modules

The MC-1200 Series comes with three sockets for installing various communications modules. Unfasten the

screws on the right side of the computer and remove the cover to find the locations of these sockets as shown

below:

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Insert the mSATA module into the socket and tighter

the two screws on the mSATA module to secure it.

Installing the mSATA Module

Installing the Wi-Fi Module

The MC-1200 comes with two sockets for users to install up to two Wi-Fi/cellular modules for wireless

communication.

Wi-Fi Module Package

The contents of the Wi-Fi module package are shown below:

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Follow these steps to install the Wi-Fi module in the MC-1200.

1. Attach the Wi-Fi module to the mounting plate

with two screws.

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sides of the thermal pad and then

2. Remove the transparent plastic and the blue

cover on both

place it on the top heat sink. Also, remove the

blue cover on the heat sink.

3. Place the heat sink with the thermal pad at the

center of the wireless module socket.

4. Insert the Wi-Fi module (with the mounting

plate) into the socket and fasten the two black

screws on the mounting plate to secure it.

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Fi antenna cable to the

Fi module and the insert the

g hole on the front

Insert the locking washer through the threaded

panel. Secure the antenna connector in place by

Reattach the right side cover on to the computer

5. Attach one end of the Wi-

connector on the Wi-

other end (with the threaded connection ring)

through the antenna mountin

panel of the computer.

Remove the protection cover on the mounting

hole before you do so.

6.

connection ring and hold it against the front

tightening a nut onto the threaded protection

ring.

7. Connect the Wi-Fi antenna to the connector on

the front panel.

8. Use this method to connect another Wi-Fi

antenna, if necessary.

9.

and fasten the screws to secure it.

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covers on both sides of the thermal pad and then

place it on top of the heat sink. Also, remove the

Installing the Cellular Module

The MC-1200 comes with two sockets for users to install up to two Wi-Fi/cellular modules for wireless

communication.

Cellular Module Package

The contents of the Wi-Fi module package are shown below:

Follow these steps to install the cellular module in the MC-1220.

1. Remove the transparent plastic and the blue

blue cover on the heat sink.

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2. Place the heat sink with the thermal pad at the

center of the cellular module socket.

3. Insert the cellular module in the socket and

fasten the two black screws on the module to

secure it.

4. There are three connectors on the cellular

module: a GPS antenna connector and two

cellular antenna connectors.

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Attach one end of the cellular antenna cable to a

connector on the cellular module and the insert

ring) through the antenna mounting hole on the

Insert the locking washer through the threaded

panel. Secure the antenna connector in place by

Reattach the right side cover on to the computer

5.

the other end (with the threaded connection

front panel of the computer.

Remove the protection cover on the mounting

hole before you do so.

6.

connection ring and hold it against the front

tightening a nut onto the threaded protection

ring.

7. Connect the cellular antenna to the connector

provided on the front panel.

8. Use this method to connect another cellular

antenna and the GPS antenna, if necessary.

9.

and fasten the screws to secure it.

Installing SIM Cards

Follow these steps to install SIM cards for a cellular module.

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Insert a card into the SIM 1 slot. Make sure you

insert the card in the right direction as indicated

1. Remove the screws on the bottom panel of the

computer and remove the cover. You will see

four SIM card slots.

2.

in the image beside the slot.

3. Insert the other card into the SIM 2 slot, if

necessary.

4. Replace the computer cover and secure it by

fastening the screws.

Switching Between the Wireless Module Socket

As there are two wireless module sockets and you can install the Wi-Fi or the cellular module in either of the

sockets, a DIP switch is provided to enable selection of the Wi-Fi or cellular module installed. The DIP switch is

located below the mSATA socket as shown in the following illustration.

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For example, if you

socket, you need to turn the DIP switch 1 to

ATTENTION

There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by

NOTE

The

embedded computer can be customized to support an easy RTC battery replacement function.

Please contact your Moxa sales representative for details.

The DIP switch operation is explained below:

Status Switch 1 Switch 2

ON Wi-Fi Wi-Fi

OFF (default) Cellular Cellular

RTC Battery Replacement

The MC-1200’s real-time clock is powered by a lithium battery. We strongly recommend that you do not replace

the lithium battery without help from a qualified Moxa support engineer. If you need to change the battery,

contact the Moxa RMA service team.

have installed a Wi-Fi module in the first

the ON status.

an incorrect type of battery.

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4. BIOS Setup

In this chapter, we describe the BIOS settings for the MC-1200 embedded computer. The BIOS is a set of

input/output control routines for peripherals to initialize the basic settings. The BIOS firmware helps boot the

system before the operating system is loaded. The BIOS setup allows the user to modify the system

configuration for basic input/output peripherals. All the configurations are stored in the CMOS RAM, which has

backup battery in case the computer is not connected to a power source. Consequently, the data stored in the

CMOS RAM is retained when the system is rebooted or the power is disconnected.

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Entering the BIOS Setup

Main Page

Advanced Settings

 Intel Rapid Storage Technology

 CPU Configuration

 Video Configuration

 Chipset Configuration

 SIO ITE8786E

 Console Redirection

Security Settings

 Current TPM Device

 TPM State

 Clear TPM

 Set Supervisor Password

Power Settings

 Wake on LAN

 Auto Wake on S5

 mPCIE#1 Power

 mPCIE#2 Power

Boot Settings

 Boot Type

 Network Stack

 PXE Boot capability

 USB Boot

 Timeout

 EFI

Exit Settings

 Exit Saving Changes

 Save Change Without Exit

 Exit Discarding Changes

 Load Optimal Defaults

 Load Custom Defaults

 Save Custom Defaults

 Discard Changes

Enabling AMT

Using AMT

Upgrading the BIOS

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F1

F5/ F6

F9

F10

General Help

Change Values

Setup Defaults

Save and Exi

↑↓.

←→

ESC

EN TER

Select Item

Select Menu

Exit

Select or go to Submenu.

Entering the BIOS Setup

To enter the BIOS setup utility, press the F2 key while the system is booting up. The main BIOS Setup screen

will appear. You can configure the following settings on this screen.

• Continue: Continue to boot up

• Boot Manager: Select the device for booting up

• Device Manager:

• Boot From File: Select the UEFI boot up file

• Setup Utility: Enter the BIOS configuration menu

• Intel® Management Engine BIOS Extension: Enter the AMT configuration menu (not supported in the

KL1 model)

Select F2 to enter the BIOS configuration.

Enter the device configuration menu

When you enter Setup Utility, a basic description of each function key is listed at the bottom of the screen.

Refer to these descriptions to learn how to use them.

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The BIOS configuration screen will be shown when you enter the Setup Utility option, as shown in the

following figure:

Note that the Processor Type information will vary depending on the model that you have purchased.

Main Page

The Main page displays basic system hardware information, such as model name, BIOS version, and CPU type.

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Advanced Settings

Select the Advanced tab in the main menu to open the advanced features screen.

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Boot Configuration

This item allows users to configure the default value of Numlock.

Options: On (default), Off.

SATA Configuration

You can use this setting to select the mode for the host drive controller. Options are AHCI (default) and Intel

RST Premium.

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Serial ATA Port

This setting displays information on the installed drives.

SATA Port Hot Plug

This setting allows you to enable/disable hot-plugging capabilities (the ability to remove the drive while the

computer is running) that are configured by software for installed storage drives.

Options: Disabled (default for Port 0), Enabled (default for Port 1)

RAID

Set HDC configuration as “Intel RST Premium” to enable redundant array of inexpensive disks technology. The

MC-1200 has three SATA interfaces, which only support RAID level 0 and Recovery.

Recovery utilizes RAID 1 (mirroring) functionality to copy data from a designated master drive to a designated

recovery drive. The master drive data can be copied to the recovery drive either continuously or on request.

When using the continuous update policy, changes made to the data on the master drive while the system is

not docked are automatically copied to the recovery drive when the system is re-docked. When using the on

request update policy, the master drive data can be restored to a previous state by copying the data on the

recovery drive back to the master drive.

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standard_RAID_levels for details.

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Return to Front Page, and select Device Management.

When setting the Intel RST Premium mode, or saving changes and reboot, you can select Device

Management to configure the following Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

Intel Rapid Storage Technology

This section allows users to configure Intel® Rapid Storage Technology.

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NOTE

The Hyper Threading function is not supported in the KL1 models.

CPU Configuration

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Active Processor Cores

This item indicates the number of cores to enable in each processor package.

Hyper-Threading

This feature makes the processor resources work more efficiently, enabling multiple threads to run on each

core. It also increases processor throughput, improving overall performance on threaded software.

Options: Disabled, Enabled (default)

Video Configuration

DVMT Pre-Allocated

This item allows you to configure pre-allocated memory capacity for the IGD. Pre-allocated graphics memory

is invisible to the operating system.

Options: 12 M, 16M, 20M, 24M, 28M, 32M (default), 36M, 40M, 44M, 48M, 52M, 56M, 60M, 64M

DVMT: The amount of video memory your computer has is dependent on the amount of pre-allocated memory

set for your system plus the Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT). DVMT dynamically allocates system

memory for use as video memory creating the most efficient use of available resources for maximum 2D/3D

graphics performance.

DVMT Total Gfx Mem.

This item allows you to configure the maximum amount of memory DVMT will use when allocating additional

memory for the internal graphics device.

Options: 256 MB (default), 128 MB, Max.

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Chipset Configuration

This item allows you to configure the chipset settings.

Power ON after Power Failure

This item allows you to enable/disable the computer from automatically powering up after system power is

re-enabled.

Options: ON (default), OFF, Last State

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SIO ITE8786E

This section allows users to configure serial port settings.

Serial Port A

This function allows users to configure the resources for the serial port A.

Disable: No resources

Enable: User configures the resources

Auto (default): EFI/OS chooses the resources

Serial Port B

This function allows users to configure the resources for the serial port B.

Disable: No resources

Enable: User configures the resources

Auto (default): EFI/OS chooses the resources

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Hardware Monitor

This item allows you to view stats such as CPU and system temperature, voltage levels, and other chipset

information.

Console Redirection

When the Console Redirection Function is enabled, the console information will be output to both the HDMI

monitor and through the serial port.

Options: Disabled (default), Enabled

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Security Settings

This section allows users to configure security-related settings with a supervisor password and user password.

Current TPM Device

This item shows if the system has TMP device and its type.

TPM State

This item allows you view the status of current TPM settings.

Clear TPM

This item allows users to remove all TPM context associated with a specific owner.

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Set Supervisor Password

This item allows you to set the supervisor password. Select the Set Supervisor Password option and enter

the password and confirm the password again.

To delete the password, select the Set Supervisor Password option and enter the old password; leave the

new password fields blank, and then press enter.

After setting the supervisor password, users can choose when asking input password screen will pop up.

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Enable: System will ask input password on post time.

Disable: System will ask for the password to go to the setup utility.

Config-Only: System will only ask for the password when you select the config (F2) option

Power Settings

The section allows users to configure power settings.

Wake on LAN

This feature is used to wake the system by a LAN device from a remote host.

Options: Enabled (default), Disabled

Auto Wake on S5

This item allows you to configure the computer to wake from S5 status. S5 stands for Soft Off, where the PSU

remains engaged but power to all other parts of the system is cut. Auto-wake on S5 schedules a soft-reboot at

certain periodic times that may be specified in the BIOS.

Options: Disabled (default); By Every Day (user specifies a regular daily time when the computer will power

up); By Day of Month (user specifies a regular day each month when the computer will power up)

mPCIE#1 Power

This item allows you to control the power in the 1st mPCIe connector.

Options: Off (default), on

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NOTE

If you do not add any storage, you will not see the EFI option.

mPCIE#2 Power

This item allows you to control the power in the 2nd mPCIe connector.

Options: Off (default), on

Boot Settings

The section allows users to configure boot settings.

Boot Type

This item allows you to enable/disable the quick boot function.

Options: Dual Boot Type, Legacy Boot Type, UEFI Boot Type (default)

Network Stack

It deploys an Internet Protocol (IP) stack. The IP stack provides an application library to open/close

connections to remote devices and send/receive data between the remote devices.

Options: Disabled (default), Enabled

PXE Boot capability

PXE Booting is booting a system over a network. This item allows users to start PXE over IPv4 or IPv6

Options: Disabled (default), UEFI: IPv4, UEFI: IPv6, UEFI: IPv4/IPv6

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USB Boot

Set booting to USB boot devices capability.

Options: Enabled (Default), Disabled

Timeout

This item allows users to set the number of second that the firmware will wait before booting the original default

boot selection.

EFI

This item allows users to select the boot order. Use F5 (move down) or F6 (move up) to change the value.

Exit Settings

The section allows users to exit the BIOS environment.

Exit Saving Changes

This item allows you to exit the BIOS environment and save the values you have just configured.

Options: Yes (default), No

Save Change Without Exit

This item allows you to save changes without exiting the BIOS environment.

Options: Yes (default), No

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Exit Discarding Changes

This item allows you to exit without saving any changes that might have been made to the BIOS.

Options: Yes (default), No

Load Optimal Defaults

This item allows you to revert to the factory default BIOS values.

Options: Yes (default), No

Load Custom Defaults

This item allows you to load custom default values for the BIOS settings.

Options: Yes (default), No

Save Custom Defaults

This item allows you to save the current BIOS values as a “custom default” that may be reverted to at any time

by the load custom defaults selection.

Options: Yes (default), No

Discard Changes

This item allows you to discard all settings you have just configured.

Options: Yes (default), No

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NOTE

The AMT function is not supported

Enabling AMT

To enter the BIOS setup utility, press the “F2” key while the system is booting up. The main BIOS Setup

screen will appear. Five options will be available:

1. Select Intel® Management Engine BIOS Extension to enter the AMT configuration.

in the KL1 models.

2. Press <Enter> to start the login procedure.

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3. Type the default password: admin

4. Type the new password. It must include both upper-case and lower-case characters, numbers, and special

symbols. E.g., Admin’12.

5. Select Intel® AMT Configuration to enable remote access without a local user present for consent, select

User Consent, and then select User Opt-in and change the value to None.

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6. Set static IP or DHCP by request.

7. Set Activate Network Access to enable remote access capability.

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Using AMT

You can use any AMT tool available to run the remote management function using a web browser.

1. Type the IP address of your computer as configured in the AMT configuration settings with port 16992.

The AMT logon screen will appear.

2. Click Log On and type the username (admin) and password.

-1200’s AMT port is LAN1.

efer to the Intel AMT Implementation and Reference Guide at:

bility/AMT_Implementation_and_Reference_Guide/

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NOTE

It is possible to permanently damage the computer when upgrading the BIOS. We strongly recommend that

you contact Moxa’s technical support staff for assistance to obtain all the necessary tools and the most current

advice before attempting to upgrade the BIOS on any Moxa device.

Upgrading the BIOS

This section describes how to upgrade the BIOS on your embedded computer.

Step 1: Create a Bootable USB Disk

Before upgrading the BIOS, you must create a bootable USB drive as a system boot device for use in the future.

1. Insert a USB disk in the computer’s USB drive.

2. Search for “format” and select Create and format hard disk partitions.

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3. Right-click on the USB disk item and select Format.

4. Select FAT32 and click OK to start formatting the disk.

Step 2: Prepare the Upgrade File

You must use the BIOS upgrade installation file to upgrade the BIOS. Contact Moxa’s technical department for

assistance. The BIOS upgrade file includes an efi folder and an xxxx.efi file. Copy the efi folder and xxxx.efi

file to the bootable USB disk.

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ATTENTION

Do NOT switch off the power supply during the BIOS upgrade, since doing so may cause the system to crash.

Step 3: Run the Upgrade Program on Your Computer

1. Reboot the computer with the boot disk and press F2 to go to the Boot Manager.

If the BIOS cannot recognize the USB drive as the boot-up device, the USB drive might not have a partition

table. Use the Windows command line tool diskpart to rebuild the partition table.

2. Select the USB Disk.

The screen will switch to the SHELL environment.

3. Type fs0:, go to the directory where the upgrade file is located, and type xxxxxx.efi (the file name is based

on the upgrade file from Moxa).

4. Wait until the upgrade procedure is completed.

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When the upgrade is finished, the computer will automatically reboot.

You may check BIOS version on the Main page to confirm the upgrade.

If the system has more than one boot device, you will see more than one fsx (x represents the number).

5. Go to each fsx (x stands for the number) and type ls to view the content of the boot device.

If you find an upgrade file, run it.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device

must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

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A. Regulatory Approval Statement

Class A： FCC Warning! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital

device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment

generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in

a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the users will be required to correct the

interference at their own expense.

Warning:

This is a class A product. If used in a domestic environment, this product may cause undesirable radio

interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures to prevent the interference

from affecting nearby devices.