Advantech ARK-2121 User manual

User Manual
ARK-2121
Fanless Embedded Box PC

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Attention!
Please note:
This package contains a hard-copy user manual in Chinese for China CCC certifica-
tion purposes, and there is an English user manual included as a PDF file on the CD.
Please disregard the Chinese hard copy user manual if the product is not to be sold
and/or installed in China.

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2015
by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right
to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without
notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted in any
form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co., Ltd.
Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However,
Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements
of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
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For more information about this and other Advantech products, please visit our web-
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For technical support and service, please visit our support website at:
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Part No. 2006K21200 Edition 1
Printed in China June 2015

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Product Warranty (2 years)
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of pur-
chase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been
subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no
liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantech’s high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of
our customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defec-
tive, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-
of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials,
service time and 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. (For example, CPU
speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem
occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandise
authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return
more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement
Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt)
in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date
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.
Declaration of Conformity
FCC Class A
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in 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. Opera-
tion of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Technical Support and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support where you can find
the latest information about the product.
2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service
center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the
following information ready before you call:
–Product name and serial number
–Description of your peripheral attachments
–Description of your software (operating system, version, application software,
etc.)
–A complete description of the problem
–The exact wording of any error messages
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Packing List
Before installation, please ensure the following items have been shipped:
1 x ARK-2121 unit
1 x Registration and 2 years Warranty card
1 x China RoHS
1 x 2-Pole Phoenix to DC-Jack Power cable
1 x SUSIAccess Utility CD
1 x Simplified Chinese manual
Warning! Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal
injury!
Caution! Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing
data. e.g.
There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the man-
ufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
Note! Notes provide optional additional information.

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Ordering Information
Optional Accessories
For ARK-2121L
Model Number Description
ARK-2121L-U0A1E Celeron J1900 2.0GHz w/HDMI, VGA, dual GbE, 4COM, 4USB,
iDoor
Part Number Description
1757003659 AC-to-DC Adapter, DC19 V/3.42 A 65 W, with Phoenix Power
Plug, 0 ~ 40° C for Home and Office Use
1700001947 Power cable 2-pin 180 cm, USA for ARK-338X
1700001948 Power cable 2-pin 180 cm, Europe for ARK-338X
1700001949 Power cable 2-pin 180 cm, UK for ARK-338X
AMK-R004E DIN-rail mounting kit
AMK-V004E VESA mounting kit
MOS-1120Y-0201E Isolated RS-232, 2-Ch, DB9
MOS-1120Y-1401E Non-Isolated RS-232, DB37, 4-Ch
MOS-1121Y-0201E Isolated RS-422/485, 2-Ch, DB9
MOS-1121Y-1401E Non-Isolated RS-422/485, DB37, 4-Ch
MOS-2120-Z1101E Giga LAN Ethernet module, 1-Ch
MOS-2220-Z1101E High Speed Serial COM module, 1-Ch
MOS-2220-X1101E Parallel LPT module, 1-Ch, USB I/F
MOS-1130Y-0201E Isolated CANBus, 2-Ch, DB9, PCIe I/F
MOS-2230-Z1201E CANBus module, 2-Ch, USB I/F
MOS-1110Y-0101E Isolated 16 DI/8 DO, 1-Ch, DB37, PCIe I/F

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Safety Instructions
1. Please read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Please keep this User’s Manual for later reference.
3. Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth. Don’t use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning. Use moisture sheet or
clothe for cleaning.
4. For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall near the equipment and shall
be easily accessible.
5. Please keep this equipment from humidity.
6. Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when install. A drop or fall could cause
injury.
7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protecting the
equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
8. Make sure the voltage of the power source when connecting the equipment to
the power outlet.
9. Place the power cord such a way 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 long time, disconnect the equipment from mains
to avoid being damaged by transient over-voltage.
12. Never pour any liquid into ventilation openings; this could cause fire or electrical
shock.
13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, only qualified service personnel
should open the equipment.
14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to
the user's manual.
The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
15. Do not leave this equipment in an environment where the storage temperature
may go below -40° C (-40° F) or above 85° C (185° F). This could damage the
equipment. the equipment should be in a controlled environment.
16. Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer, discard used
batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
17. The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982
is no more than 70 dB (A).
18. RESTRICTED ACCESS AREA: The equipment should only be installed in a
Restricted Access Area.
19. DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advan-
tech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained
herein.

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Introduction ...........................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Product Features....................................................................................... 3
1.2.1 General ......................................................................................... 3
1.2.2 Display .......................................................................................... 3
1.2.3 Ethernet ........................................................................................ 3
1.3 Chipset ...................................................................................................... 3
1.3.1 Functional Specification ................................................................ 3
1.3.2 iManager/SUSI 4.0........................................................................ 4
1.4 Mechanical Specifications......................................................................... 5
1.4.1 Dimensions ................................................................................... 5
Figure 1.1 ARK-2121 Mechanical dimension drawing................. 5
1.4.2 Weight........................................................................................... 5
1.5 Power Requirement .................................................................................. 5
1.5.1 System Power............................................................................... 5
1.5.2 RTC Battery .................................................................................. 5
1.6 Environment Specification......................................................................... 6
1.6.1 Operating Temperature................................................................. 6
1.6.2 Relative Humidity .......................................................................... 6
1.6.3 Storage Temperature.................................................................... 6
1.6.4 Vibration during Operation ............................................................ 6
1.6.5 Shock during Operation ................................................................ 6
1.6.6 Safety............................................................................................ 6
1.6.7 EMC .............................................................................................. 6
Chapter 2 H/W Installation....................................7
2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 8
2.2 Jumpers .................................................................................................... 8
2.2.1 Jumper Description ....................................................................... 8
2.2.2 Jumper List ................................................................................... 9
Table 2.1: Jumper List of Main Board.......................................... 9
2.2.3 Jumper Location ........................................................................... 9
Figure 2.1 Jumper Layout............................................................ 9
2.2.4 Jumper Setting.............................................................................. 9
2.3 Connectors.............................................................................................. 10
2.3.1 ARK-2121L External I/O Connectors .......................................... 10
Figure 2.2 ARK-2121L IO connectors drawing .......................... 10
Figure 2.3 COM connector ........................................................ 10
Table 2.2: COM Connector Pin Assignments............................ 11
Figure 2.4 Ethernet connector ................................................... 11
Table 2.3: Ethernet Connector Pin Assignments....................... 11
Figure 2.5 Audio connector........................................................ 12
Table 2.4: Audio Connector Pin Assignments ........................... 12
Figure 2.6 USB connector ......................................................... 12
Table 2.5: USB Connector......................................................... 12
Figure 2.7 VGA Connector ........................................................ 12
Table 2.6: VGA Connector Pin Assignments............................. 12
Figure 2.8 Power Input Connector............................................. 13
Table 2.7: Power connector Pin Assignments........................... 13
Figure 2.9 Power Button ............................................................ 13
Figure 2.10LED Indicators .......................................................... 13
2.4 Installation ............................................................................................... 14
2.4.1 HDD Installation .......................................................................... 14

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2.4.2 Memory Installation..................................................................... 15
2.4.3 mSATA Installation ..................................................................... 17
Chapter 3 BIOS Settings .................................... 19
3.1 BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 20
Figure 3.1 Setup program initial screen..................................... 20
3.2 Entering Setup ........................................................................................ 20
3.3 Main Setup.............................................................................................. 20
Figure 3.2 Main setup screen .................................................... 21
3.3.1 System date / System time ......................................................... 21
3.4 Advanced BIOS Features Setup............................................................. 21
Figure 3.3 Advanced BIOS features setup screen .................... 22
3.4.1 ACPI Settings ............................................................................. 22
Figure 3.4 ACPI Setting............................................................. 22
3.4.2 Super I/O Configuration .............................................................. 23
3.4.3 Embedded Controller Configuration ........................................... 24
3.4.4 S5 RTC Wake Settings............................................................... 24
3.4.5 Serial Port Console Redirection.................................................. 25
3.4.6 CPU Configuration...................................................................... 26
Figure 3.5 Intel Fast Flash Standby........................................... 26
3.4.7 PPM Configuration...................................................................... 27
3.4.8 IDE Configuration ....................................................................... 28
3.4.9 CSM Configuration ..................................................................... 29
3.4.10 Trusted Computing ..................................................................... 30
3.4.11 USB Configuration ...................................................................... 30
3.5 Security Configuration............................................................................. 31
3.5.1 Chipset Configuration ................................................................. 32
3.5.2 North Bridge................................................................................ 33
3.5.3 Intel IGD Configuration ............................................................... 34
3.5.4 South Bridge ............................................................................... 35
3.5.5 Azalia HD Audio.......................................................................... 36
3.5.6 USB Configuration ...................................................................... 37
3.5.7 PCI Express Configuration ......................................................... 38
3.6 Boot Settings........................................................................................... 39
3.7 Security Setup......................................................................................... 40
3.8 Save & Exit ............................................................................................. 41
Appendix A Watchdog Timer Sample Code ........ 43
A.1 EC Watchdog Timer sample code .......................................................... 44