Advantech AIMB-C300 User manual

AIMB-C300
Multifunction Chassis for
EmbATX motherboard
User Manual

AIMB-C300 User Manual II
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This manual is for the AIMB-C300.
Part No. 2006C30001 2nd Edition,
Nov. 2005

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FCC This device complies with the requirements
in part 15of the FCC rule:Operation is
subject to be following two conditions:
(1)this device may not cause harmful interference
(2)this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Information ........................................2
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 2
1.2 Specification...................................................................... 2
1.3 Power Supply ............................................................. 3
Table 1.1:Power Supply ...........................................................3
1.4 Dimension Diagram .......................................................... 4
Figure 1.1:Dimension Diagram ...................................... 4
Chapter 2 System Setup.....................................................6
2.1 Removing the top cover .................................................... 6
Figure 2.1: Remove the top cover................................... 6
2.2 Chassis Front and Rear Sections ....................................... 6
2.3 The HDD Drive Bay ......................................................... 7
Figure 2.2:HDD drive bay .............................................. 7
Figure 2.3:Install the standard drive bay ........................ 8
2.4 The Standard Drive Bay.................................................... 8
Figure 2.4:Insert the drives ............................................. 8
Figure 2.5:Install the standard drive bay ........................ 9
2.5 PCI Riser card ................................................................... 9
Figure 2.6:PCI riser card................................................. 9
2.6 System Status Indicator .................................................. 10
Table 2.1:System Status LED....................................... 10
2.7 Cooling Fan & Filter ....................................................... 10
Figure 2.7:Cooling fans ................................................ 10
Figure 2.8:System Filter ............................................... 11
2.8 Front Panel Switches....................................................... 11
Figure 2.9:Front Panel Switches................................... 11
Appendix A Safety Instructions .........................................14
A.1 Safety Instructions........................................................... 14

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CHAPTER
1
General Information

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Chapter 1 General Information
1.1 Introduction
The AIMB-C300 is a industrial computer chassis designed for space-con-
scious applications. Customers can expand their business without having
to worry about space efficiency because the AIMB-C300 supports for
Embedded ATX series industrial motherboards. Fast-growing Internet
service providers and corporate enterprise customers can use the AIMB-
C300 as computing platforms for their mission critical applications. This
chassis comes with 200W ATX PFC power supply, dual abundant cool-
ing fans, front-accessible air filter, USB, PS/2 keyboard connector, sys-
tem reset, system alarm reset and system power switch. The viewable
LED indicators on front door support alarm notification of system status.
This ultra-compact 2U ATX M/B form factor delivers rack space optimi-
zation without sacrificing performance, expandability, serviceability, or
manageability.
1.2 Specification
• Expansion Driver Bay: 2x3.5” Hard Disk, 1 slim CD, 1 FDD or Card
Reader
• Small Module: Support Display Small Module
• Button: Power Switch Button, Reset Button
• Front Key Lock & Air Filter
• PCI slot: 1 PCI Riser Card
• LED: 1 Green LED light (Power on) 1 Yellow LED Light (HDD active)
• Wall Mount: Wall Mount Tool For Vertical/Parallel (optional)
• Cable kits: 1 USB Cable
• I/O panel Blank (default)
• 4 COMs (optional)
• Operating temperature: 0 ~ 40×°C (32 ~ 104×°F)
• Non-operating temperature: -20 ~ 60×°C (-4 ~ 140×°F)
• Relative humidity: 10 ~ 95% @ 40×°C, non-condensing

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• Shock resistance: 30 G acceleration, peak to peak, 11 ms (non-operat-
ing) 10 G acceleration peak to peak, 11 ms acceleration peak to peak
(operating)
• Vibration: 5 ~ 500 Hz, 0.5 G sine wave, and 5 ~ 500 Hz, 1 G (rms.) ran-
dom
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 383 x 362 x 90.9mm
• Safety: CE compliant, C-UL approved
1.3 Power Supply
Table 1.1: Power Supply
Model
Name
Watt Input Output Mini-load Safety&
MTBF
1757000112
(ATX, PFC)
200W 90~264
Vac ( Fu ll
-range)
+5 V @ 35 A
+3.3 V @ 20A
+12 V @ 16 A
-12 V @ 1A
-5 V @ 0.5 A
+5 Vsb @ 2 A
+5V @ 3A
+12V @ 2A
-5V @ 0.05A-
12V @ 0.05A
+3.3V @ 1A
+5Vsb @ 0.1A
UL1950,
CSA 22.2
NO/960,
TUV IEC
950

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1.4 Dimension Diagram
Figure 1.1: Dimension Diagram

CHAPTER
2
System Setup

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Chapter 2 System Setup
WARNING: Before starting the installation process, turn off the power
switch and disconnect the system power cord from the chassis, or unplug
the power cord from the power outlet. When in doubt, consult with an
experienced technician.
2.1 Removing the top cover
First, remove the chassis cover by two M3 screws, which are on the rear
location of chassis.
To remove the top cover:
1. Detach the two screws on the rear side.
2. Lift off the cover.
IMPORTANT: Make sure you fully remove the top cover when main-
taining full-size cards.
Check all the power supply cables and make certain that they are not tan-
gled or blocking the cooling fan blades. This prevents any accidental
damage to the cables.(please refer Figure2-1)
PS: We assume the board has already been placed inside.
2.2 Chassis Front and Rear Sections
The AIMB-C300 comes in two sections: the front section and rear sec-
tion.
The front section includes:
Figure 2.1: Remove the top cover

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1.Standard drive bay.
2.HDD bay.
3.Front chassis door.
The rear section includes:
1.Backplane.
2.Power supply with two fans.
3.Bracket for COM port
2.3 The HDD Drive Bay
The HDD drive bay of the AIMB-C300 can hold up to two hard disk.
Installing disk drives
1.Remove the top cover.
2.Detach the two screws holding the HDD bay.
3.Lift off the HDD bay.
4.Insert Hard Disks into their proper locations in the drive bay and secure
them with the screws provided.(please refer to figure 2-2).
5.Connect the disk drive power and signal cables.
6.Install the standard drive bay and secure the top front cover with the
two screws.(please refer to figure 2-3)
Figure 2.2: HDD drive bay

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2.4 The Standard Drive Bay
The standard drive bay of the AIMB-C300 can hold one 3.5" FDD or
Card reader (optional) and one Slim CD ROM.
1.Remove the top cover.
2.Detach the two screws holding the standard drive bay.(You could
remove the power supply first, it will easier to insert drive bay).
3.Lift off the standard drive bay.
4.Insert the drives into their proper locations in the drive bay and secure
them with the screws provided.(please refer to figure 2-4).
5.Connect the disk drive power and signal cables.
6.Install the standard drive bay and secure the top front cover with the
two screws.(please refer to figure 2-5)
Figure 2.3: Install the standard drive bay
Figure 2.4: Insert the drives

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2.5 PCI Riser card
Please follow the below installation guide to install PCI riser card into
AIMB-C300.
1. 32 bit PCI riser card
Install the PCI riser card to the proper location with the provided two
screws.(please refer to figure 2-6)
2. 64 bit PCI riser card
First, you have to take away the screw on the original location to avoid
the riser card damage.Then just install the riser card to the proper location
with the two screws.
Figure 2.5: Install the standard drive bay
Figure 2.6: PCI riser card

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2.6 System Status Indicator
PWR LED turns on, it indicates system power on.
HDD LED turns on, it indicates HDD data access
2.7 Cooling Fan & Filter
There are dual cooling fans as shown in figure 2-7 located inside the
chassis. The cooling fans are low maintenance and provide adequate
cooling to the system. If one of those cooling fails, please undo the two
screws on the dual cooling fan holder. Replace the failed cooling fan with
a good one. Please refer to figure2-7.
Please refer the figure 2-8 to change the filter if you find the filter is
blocked with dust or other particles
Table 2.1: System Status LED
LED Description RED GREEN or Orange
PWR System Power N/A Normal
HDD Hard Drive activity N/A Data access
Figure 2.7: Cooling fans

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2.8 Front Panel Switches
The front panel switches are used for system power and system reset.
Power On/Off switch is used for switching the system on or off. The Sys-
tem Reset switch re-initializes the system. This switch is similar to the
hardware reset button.
Figure 2.8: System Filter
Figure 2.9: Front Panel Switches

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Appendix
A
Safety Instructions

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Appendix A Safety Instructions
A.1 Safety Instructions
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User Manual for later reference.
3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Do not
use a damp cloth, liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near
the equipment and must be easily accessible.
5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it
or letting it fall may cause damage.
7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equip-
ment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting
the equipment to the power outlet.
9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the
power source to avoid damage by transient over-voltage.
12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electri-
cal shock.
13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should
be opened only by qualified service personnel.
14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by
service personnel:
a. The power cord or plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work
according to the user manual.
e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.