Advantech PCA-6145B User manual

PCA-6145B
Half-size486All-in-one
CPUCard with
Panel/CRTandEthernetInterface
PCA-6145L
Half-size486All-in-one
CPUCard with
Panel/CRTInterface

Copyright Notice
This document is copyrighted, 1997, by Advantech Co., Ltd. All
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make improvements to the products described in this manual at
any time without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or
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infringements upon the rights of third parties which may result
from its use.
Acknowledgements
AMD is a trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
Award is a trademark of Award Software International, Inc.
IBM, PC AT and VGA are trademarks of International Business
Machines Corporation.
Microsoft Windows®and MS-DOS are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
SMC is a trademark of Standard Microsystems Corporation.
TGUI 9440 is a trademark of Trident MicroSystems, Inc.
Cyrix is a trademark of Cyrix Corporation.
Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation.
Part No. 2006145001 1st Edition
Printed in Taiwan January 1997

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questions that apply to your problem and, with the product close
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This warranty does not apply to any products which have been
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freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered
(e.g. type of PC, CPU speed, Advantech products used, other
hardware and software used etc.). Note anything abnormal and
list any on-screen messages you get when the problem occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your
manual, product and any other information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA
(return material authorization) number from your dealer. This
allows us to process your return more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a completely filled-out
Repair and Replacement Order Card and a photocopy of a
dated proof of purchase (such as your sales receipt) in a
shippable container. A product returned without dated proof of
purchase is not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package
and ship it prepaid to your dealer.

Packing list
Before you begin installing your card, please make sure that the
following materials have been shipped:
• 1 PCA-6145B/6145LCPUcard
• 1 6-pin mini-DIN keyboard & PS/2 mouse adapter
• 1 Hard disk drive (IDE) interface cable(40 pin)
• 1 Floppy disk drive interface cable (34 pin)
• 1 Parallel port adapter (26 pin) and COM2 adapter (9 pin) kit
• 1UtilitydiskwithsystemVGABIOS, utility with Win.95driver&
LANdriver
• 1 Utility disk with SVGA program and driver for Windows
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your
distributor or sales representative immediately.

Contents
Chapter 1 Hardware Configuration .......................... 1
Introduction ............................................................................ 2
Specifications .......................................................................... 2
Board layout ........................................................................... 5
Jumperssettings ..................................................................... 8
Jumper settings ....................................................................... 8
How to set jumpers............................................................... 8
CPU type select .................................................................... 9
Watchdog timer (JP29) ....................................................... 12
COM2 setting for RS-232/422/485 (JP35~39) ................... 12
Battery backup select .......................................................... 12
PS/2 mouse setting.............................................................. 13
LCD type control ................................................................ 13
Chapter 2 Connecting peripherals ......................... 15
EnhancedIDE connectors (CN1) ........................................ 17
VGA interface connection (CN2) ........................................ 17
Floppy drive connector (CN3) ............................................. 18
Parallel port connector (CN4) ............................................. 18
Keyboard & PS/2 mouse connectors (J5)........................... 19
Resetswitch (JP30)............................................................... 19
Harddisk drive LED(JP3) .................................................. 19
VGA display connector (J2) ................................................ 19
SerialPorts............................................................................ 19
RS-232 connection (COM1) ............................................... 20
RS-232/422/485 connections (COM2)................................ 21
Power connectors (J1) ........................................................ 22
Chapter 3 AWARD BIOS SETUP ............................. 23
AWARDBIOS Setup ............................................................ 24

Enteringsetup ..................................................................... 24
Standard CMOS setup ........................................................ 25
BIOS features setup ............................................................ 26
CHIPSET features setup..................................................... 30
Power management setup ................................................... 31
Load BIOS defaults ............................................................ 32
Load setup defaults ............................................................. 32
Passwordsetting ................................................................. 32
IDE HDD auto detection..................................................... 32
Save & Exit setup ............................................................... 32
Exitwithout saving .............................................................. 32
Chapter 4 VGA Display & Ethernet Software/
Hardware Configuration ........................ 33
Introduction .......................................................................... 34
PCA-6145 Utility Disk.......................................................... 34
VGAWin 95 DriverSupport ............................................... 36
EthernetDriver Support....................................................... 38
Chapter 5 SVGA Setup............................................ 39
Simultaneous display mode ................................................. 40
Sleep mode ............................................................................ 40
Softwaresupport................................................................... 41
Driverinstallation................................................................. 42
Windows setup .................................................................... 43
DOS setup........................................................................... 44
AutoCADR12 .................................................................... 46
Lotus 1-2-3 and Lotus symphony ....................................... 48
VESA .................................................................................. 50
Word ................................................................................... 51
Word Perfect....................................................................... 52

Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer.... 55
Appendix B Upgrading ............................................ 57
Installing PC/104 module (CN5, CN6) ............................... 58
Installing DRAM(SIMMs) .................................................. 60
Appendix C Detailed System Information .............. 61
AppendixD POST LEDs .......................................... 71

1
Hardware
Configuration
This chapter gives background informa-
tionon the PCA-6145B/6145L. It then
shows you how to configure the card to
match your application and prepare it for
installation into your PC.
Sections include:
• Card specifications
• Board layout
• Safety precautions
• Jumper settings
• Installing DRAM (SIMMs)
CHAPTER

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Introduction
ThePCA-6145B/6145L is a full-functionCPU card which integrates the
VGA LCD panel, Ethernet and other enhanced I/O interfaces on a half-
sizeCPUcard.Thiscardusesa80486DX,DX2,DX4CPUor5x86
series and can have up to 32 MB DRAM and EDO RAM. It also
provides an optional 128 KB cache RAM.
ThePCA-6145B/6145Lofferspowermanagementto minimize power
consumption. It complies with the "Green Function" standard and
supports three power saving features: doze, sleep, and suspended
mode.
Its high performance VGA display supports both CRT and panel
displays with a display memory of up to 1 MB and a resolution of up
to 640x480 with 1.6 million colors. The VGA controller is a VL bus
C&T 65545, which comes equipped with a windows accelerator.
The PCA-6145B/6145L also offers several industrial features such as a
63-level watchdog timer with jumperless setup, supports M-systems
DiskOnChip Flash Disk (refer to M-systems Data base and a face-up
PC/104 connection for additional functions with PC/104 modules.
Specifications
System
• CPU:
Intel 80486DX/DX2/DX4 series
AMD 80486DX2/DX4 series, 5x86-133
Cyrix 80486DX2/DX4 series, 5x86-100/120
•BIOS: AWARD Flash BIOS, supports plug & play
•Chipset: VIA VT82C496G
•Secondarylevelcache:128KB
•Greenfunction:Supports power management option via BIOS,
activated by keyboard or mouse activity. Supports doze, sleep, and
suspended mode. APM 1.1 compliant

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•RAM: 1 MB to 32 MB, one 72-pin SIMM socket, accepts 1, 2, 4,
8, 16, and 32 MB SIMMs and EDO RAM
•EIDE interface: Supports up to two IDE devices. BIOS supports
up to 8.4 GB HDD. 32-bit host data transfer, PIO Mode 3 transfer
capabilities(>10 MB/sec)
•Floppydisk driveinterface:Supports up to two floppy disk drives,
5¼”(360KBand 1.2 MB)and/or3½”(720KB, 1.44 MB,and2.88MB)
• Parallelport: One enhanced parallel port, supports EPP/ECP parallel
mode
•Serialports:Two 16C550 UARTs,oneRS-232,oneRS-232/422/485
interface
• Watchdog timer: 63-leveltimerinterval,withjumperlesssetup,
generates system reset or IRQ15
•Keyboard/mouse connector: Mini DIN connector for keyboard
and PS/2 mouse, 5-pin male keyboard connector is also available
•I/Obusexpansion:PC/104 connector with face-up installation
•SSD: Supports M-systems DiskOnChip flash disk
•Flash Backup: CMOS Data
Ethernet controller functions (PCA-6145B only)
•Controller: UMC UM9008, built-in 8k x 16 SRAM
• I/O address switchless setting
• Software compatible with NE-1000 and NE-2000
• Loopback capability for diagnostics
•Connector: RJ-45
•Boot ROM: Built-in system BIOS (optional)

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Local bus VGA functions
•Controller: VL-bus C&T 65545 VGA controller with Windows
accelerator
•Display memory: 1 MB on-board DRAM
•Display resolution:
Supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024
- Non-interlaced CRT display up to 1024 x 768 with 256 colors
- Flat panel display up to 640 x 480 resolution
- Support True-color and Hi-color display capability
• Display output: DB-15 VGA connector, 22 x 2 pin header general
purpose flat panel display connector
•Display BIOS: Default CRT/Toshiba TFT panel BIOS, Flash BIOS
can be easily updated
Mechanical and environmental
• Board size: 185 mm x 122 mm
•Max. power requirements: +5 V, 3.5 A
•Power supply voltage: +5 V (4.75 V to 5.25 V)
•Operating temperature: 32 to 140oF (0 to 60oC)
•Storage temperature: -40 to +176°F (-40 to +80oC)
•Humidity: 5 to 95%, non-condensing
•Board size: 7.3" (L) x 4.8" (W) (185 mm x 122 mm)
•Board weight: 1.2 lb. (0.5 kg)

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Board layout
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Jumpers and connectors
Connectors on the board link it to external devices such as hard disk
drives, a keyboard, or floppy drives. In addition, the board has a
number of jumpers which you use to configure it for your applica-
tion.
The table below lists the function of each of the board jumpers and
connectors. Later sections in this chapter give instructions on setting
jumpers and detailed information on each jumper setting. Chapter 2
gives instructions for connecting external devices to your card.
PCA-6145B/PCA-6145L Jumpers
Number Function
JP1 Turbo LED
JP2 Turbo Switch
JP3 HDD LED
JP4 Clock select
JP5 Clock select
JP6 Clock select
JP7 CPU type select
JP8 CPU type select
JP9 Battery backup
JP11 CPU type select
JP13 CPU type select
JP14 Voltage selection
JP15 PS/2 mouse set
JP20, JP21 CPU type select
JP22-JP24 S.S.D. Function set
JP28 LCD Control
JP29 Watchdog timer
JP30 Rest switch
JP35-JP39 COM2 select

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PCA-6145B/PCA-6145L Connectors
Number Function
CN1 Enhanced IDE connector
CN2 LCD connector
CN3 FDD connector
CN4 Parallel port connector
COM1 Serial port 1 connector
COM2 Serial port 2 connector
J1 SBC power connector
J2 VGA connector
J3 Ethernet connector
J4 External Keyboard connector
J5 Keyboard connector
J6 Keyboard lock
J7 Speaker
Safety precautions
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and
your PC from damage.
1. To avoid electric shock, always disconnect the power from your
PC chassis before you work on it. Don’t touch any components
on the CPU card or other cards while the PC is on.
2. Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The
sudden rush of power as you connect a jumper or install a card
may damage sensitive electronic components.
3. Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before you
touch your CPU card. Be particularly careful not to touch the chip
connectors. Modern integrated electronic devices, especially CPUs
and memory chips, are extremely sensitive to static electric dis-
charges and fields. Keep the card in its antistatic packaging when it
is not installed in the PC, and place it on a static dissipative mat
when you are working with it. Wear a grounding wrist strap for
continuous protection.

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Jumper settings
This section tells how to set the jumpers to configure your card. It
gives the card default configuration and your options for each jumper.
After you set the jumpers and install the card, you will also need to
run the BIOS Setup program (discussed in Chapter 3) to configure
the serial port addresses, floppy/hard disk drive types and system
operating parameters. Connections, such as hard disk cables, appear
in Chapter 2.
For the locations of each jumper, see the board layout diagram
depicted earlier in this chapter.
How to set jumpers
You configure your card to match the needs of your application by
setting jumpers. A jumper is the simplest kind of electric switch. It
consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by
a plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a
jumper you connect the pins with the clip. To “open” a jumper you
remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have three pins, labeled 1,
2 and 3. In this case you connect either pins 1 and 2 or 2 and 3.
You may find pair of needle-nose pliers useful for setting the jumpers.
If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for
your application, contact your local distributor or sales representa-
tive before you make any changes.
OpenOpen
OpenOpen
Open ClosedClosed
ClosedClosed
Closed Closed2-3Closed2-3
Closed2-3Closed2-3
Closed2-3
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1
CPU type select
In order for the system to function properly, the jumpers must be set
to accommodate the CPU installed on the CPU card.
CPU type select
CPU Type JP4 JP5 JP6 JP7 JP8 JP11 JP13 JP14 JRN1 JRN2 JRN3
Intel
DX-33(5V)
DX2-66
Intel
P24D
DX4-100
(5V)
SGS
DX4-100
AMD
5x86-133
Intel
DX4-100
AMD
DX4-100 (SV8B)
Cyrix
5x86-100
(3.3V)
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1
1
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CPU type select
CPU Type JP4 JP5 JP6 JP7 JP8 JP11 JP13 JP14 JRN1 JRN2 JRN3
Cyrix
5x86-120
AMD
DX4-120
(3.3V)(SV8B)
Intel
P24D
DX4-75
(5V)
Cyrix
DX2-66
SGS
DX2-66
(5V)
TI DX2-66
(3.3V)
1

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CPU type select
CPU Type JP4 JP5 JP6 JP7 JP8 JP11 JP13 JP14 JRN1 JRN2 JRN3
Cyrix
DX2-80
TI DX2-80
(3.3V)
AMD
DX-40
DX2-80(5V)
AMD
DX4-100
(NV8T)
(3.3 V)
Note: 1. AMD 5X86-133 JP20 ON other OFF
2. AMD DX2-80 JP21 ON other OFF
Default setting: Intel DX4-100
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1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3
Watchdog timer (JP29)
Watchdog timer system reset/IRQ15 select (JP29)
Reset (default) IRQ15
JP29
COM2 settings for RS-232/422/485 (JP35~39)
COM2 settings for RS-232/422/485 (COM2)
RS-232 (default) RS-422 RS-485
JP35
JP36
JP37
JP38
JP39
Battery backup select
Battery Backup
(default)
JP9 1 2 3
3 2 1
6 5 4
3 2 1
6 5 4
3 2 1
6 5 4
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