Advantech ECU-579 Series User manual

User Manual
ECU-579 Series
Hardware
Intel® Xeon® Processer
Scalable Family IEC-61850
Server with 4 x 1 GB LAN, 4 x
SATA, 1 x M.2, 2 x hot swap
power

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Copyright
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This manual is for ECU-579 Series.
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Product Warranty (2 years)
Advantech warrants the original purchaser that each of its products will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to any products that have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or products that 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
customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defective,
it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-of-war-
ranty repairs, customers are billed according to the cost of replacement materials,
service time, and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you suspect that your product is defective product, follow the steps outlined below:
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 displayed when the prob-
lem 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 a return merchandize
authorization (RMA) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your
return more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a completed Repair and Replacement
Order Card, and a proofof purchase date (such as a photocopy of your sales
receipt) into a shippable container. Products returned without a proof of
purchase date are not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number clearly on the outside of the packaging, and ship the
package prepaid to your dealer.

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Declaration of Conformity
CE
This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded
cables are used for external wiring. We recommend the use of shielded cables. This
type of cable is available from Advantech. Please contact your local supplier for
ordering information.
FCC Class A
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A dig-
ital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-
vide 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
such cases, users are required to correct the interference at their own expense.
Technical Support and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech website at www.advantech.com/support to obtain the latest
product information.
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
Safety Precaution - Static Electricity
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from
damage:
To avoid electrical shock, always disconnect the power from the PC chassis
before manual handling. Do not touch any components on the CPU card or
other cards while the PC is powered on.
Disconnect the power before making any configuration changes. The sudden
rush of power when connecting a jumper or installing a card may damage sensi-
tive electronic components.

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Safety Instructions
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Retain this user manual for future reference.
3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or spray detergents.
4. For pluggable equipment, the power outlet socket should be located nearthe
equipment and easily accessible.
5. Protect the equipment from humidity.
6. Place the equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping or letting
the equipment fall may cause damage.
7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment
from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
8. Ensure that the voltage of the power source is correct before connectingthe
equipment to a power outlet.
9. Position the power cord away from high-traffic areas. 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 from transient overvoltage.
12. Never pour liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical 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 occurs, have the equipment checked by service
personnel:
– The power cord or plug is damaged.
– Liquid has penetrated the equipment.
– The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
– The equipment is malfunctioning or does not operate according to theuser
manual.
– The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
– The equipment shows obvious signs of breakage.
15. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE
STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO FROM-20 TO 60 °C(-4 ~ 140 °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. Due to the sensitive nature of the equipment it must be stored in arestricted
access location, only accessible by qualified engineers.
18. When installing this equipment, ensure that the Earth cable is securely attached
using a 3.5 mm screw.
19. The equipment does not include a power cord and plug. The sound pressure
level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982 is no more than70
dB (A).
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech
disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Overview ..............................................1
1.1 Introduction................................................................................................ 2
1.2 Hardware Specifications............................................................................ 3
1.2.1 General.......................................................................................... 3
1.2.2 System Hardware.......................................................................... 3
1.2.3 I/O Interface................................................................................... 3
1.2.4 Environment .................................................................................. 3
1.3 Function Block Diagram ............................................................................ 4
Figure 1.1 ECU-579 Series Product Function Block.................... 4
1.4 Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 4
1.5 Chassis Dimensions .................................................................................. 5
Figure 1.2 ECU-579 Chassis Dimensions ................................... 5
1.6 Packing List ............................................................................................... 5
Chapter 2 Hardware Specification ......................7
2.1 Overview.................................................................................................... 8
2.1.1 ECU-4784 LED and Interface position .......................................... 8
Figure 2.1 ECU-579 Front Panel ................................................. 8
Figure 2.2 ECU-579 Rear Panel .................................................. 8
2.2 Front Elements .......................................................................................... 8
2.2.1 LED Indicators............................................................................... 8
Table 2.1: Definition of System Status Indicators........................ 8
Table 2.2: Definition of System Status Indicators........................ 9
Table 2.3: Programmable LED Status Indicators ........................ 9
Table 2.4: Ex. UNOP-1524PE/RE LED Status Indicators ......... 10
2.2.2 Fan Modules................................................................................ 11
Figure 2.3 Remove the Fan module .......................................... 11
2.2.3 Disk Bay ...................................................................................... 12
Figure 2.4 Remove the SATA baffle .......................................... 12
Figure 2.5 Fix the SATA disk onto the disk tray......................... 13
2.3 Power Input.............................................................................................. 14
Table 2.5: Power Input............................................................... 14
Figure 2.6 Power installation position ........................................ 14
Table 2.6: PSU Details .............................................................. 14
Table 2.7: PSU LED Status Information .................................... 14
2.4 Ethernet Interface .................................................................................... 15
2.4.1 MAC address............................................................................... 15
2.5 Display Interface...................................................................................... 16
Figure 2.7 Display position......................................................... 16
2.6 USB Ports ................................................................................................ 17
Figure 2.8 USB Ports Position ................................................... 17
2.7 Expansion Slots....................................................................................... 17
2.7.1 Expansion PCI/PCIE Slot ............................................................ 17
Table 2.8: Expansion PCI/PCIE card list ................................... 18
2.7.2 PCIE Expansion Cards ............................................................... 19
Figure 2.9 PCIE card dimension limitation................................. 19
Figure 2.10PCIE card position on main board ............................ 19
2.8 Storage (SATA, M.2) ............................................................................... 20
2.8.1 SATA Disk ................................................................................... 20
2.8.2 M.2 Storage................................................................................. 20
Figure 2.11M.2 connector position on main board...................... 20
2.9 Processors............................................................................................... 21
2.9.1 Compatible Intel Xeon Scalable Series CPU .............................. 21
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Table 2.9: Tested Intel Xeon Scalable Series CPU List .............21
2.10 Memory ....................................................................................................22
2.10.1 Configurations with Single CPU...................................................22
Table 2.10: DIMM Configurations withSingle CPU......................22
2.10.2 Validated memory ........................................................................23
Table 2.11: DIMM Configurations withSingle CPU......................23
2.11 TPM ..........................................................................................................23
2.12 Platform Features Description..................................................................24
2.12.1 BIOS.............................................................................................24
Figure 2.12BIOS Interface ...........................................................24
2.12.2 Watchdog .....................................................................................25
2.12.3 IPMI..............................................................................................25
Figure 2.13 BMC Position............................................................25
Figure 2.14 IPMI interface ...........................................................26
2.13 Available Accessories ..............................................................................26
2.13.1 Spare Parts ..................................................................................26
Table 2.12:Spare Parts................................................................26
Chapter 3 Initial Setup and Configuration........ 27
3.1 Jumper Indication .....................................................................................28
Table 3.1: Jumper list .................................................................28
Figure 3.1 ECU-579 Jumper position indication .........................28
3.2 BIOS Setup and System Assignments ....................................................29
3.2.1 System Date / System Time ........................................................29
3.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features Setup..................................................29
3.2.3 Trusted computing .......................................................................30
3.2.4 Platform Configuration .................................................................31
3.2.5 Socket Configuration....................................................................31
3.2.6 Server Management ....................................................................32
3.2.7 Security ........................................................................................32
3.2.8 Boot Options ................................................................................33
3.3 Installing Components..............................................................................34
Figure 3.2 Open the Chassis ......................................................34
3.3.1 Installing CPU ..............................................................................35
Figure 3.3 Take off the wind scooper .........................................35
Figure 3.4 Take off the cooling fin ..............................................36
Figure 3.5 Fix CPU into bracket..................................................37
3.3.2 Installing RAM ..............................................................................38
Figure 3.6 RAM installation position ...........................................38
Figure 3.7 Memory installed with full quantity.............................39
3.3.3 Installing storage disk like SATA and M.2 ...................................40
Figure 3.8 Remove the HDD baffle ............................................40
Figure 3.9 Fix the hard disk ........................................................41
Figure 3.10Install M.2 disk position..............................................42
3.3.4 Installing PCI/PCIE card ..............................................................42
Figure 3.11Install PCI/PCIE card position ...................................42
3.3.5 Installing low profile PCIE card ....................................................43
Figure 3.12Install low profile PCIE card position .........................43

Chapter 1
Overview
This chapter provides an overview
of the ECU-579 Series specifica-
tions.
Sections include:
 Introduction
 Hardware Specifications
 Safety Precautions
 Block Diagram
 Chassis Dimensions
 Packing List

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1.1 Introduction
An upgrading implement of smart grid technologies is called for a new era motivated
by the essential requirement of rugged computing platforms with faster processors
and an increase in reliable storage capacity in a modern Substation Automation Sys-
tem. To fulfill the performance requirements that attributed to modern, distributed
software applications which require fast processing, Advantech offers ECU-579
which is targeted at Advanced Server level data concentrator and protocol convertor
in scenarios like substations automation, energy management and Secondary com-
munication and control etc.
During the past years, substations are already managed under the well established
SCADA OT system, and now the next step is coming for virtualization and more cen-
tralized computing to better match the requirement of the energy efficiency as well as
the immediacy and flexibility to get optimized based on the spawned entire cloud as-
a-service business model.
ECU-579 is certified with IEC 61850-3, the standard for the design of electrical sub-
station automation, which provide higher reliability and stability, suitable for any
Global Power & Energy automation market and defines communication between all
Intelligent Electronic Devices (IED) and other related equipment from the process
level (data acquisition, sensors and actuators), providing high performance and reli-
able functionality to meet the most critical computing applications, and supporting
remote monitoring and diagnosis for the remote device connectivity to enhance main-
tenance efficiency.
Isolation & High Speed Communication Interface
Comprehensive communication interface to use for Smart substation Communi-
cation server and IED Analyzer to implement Data Gateway & Protocol Conver-
sion easily, support for variety of protocol (IEC-60870-104, DNP3.0 etc.).
Network interface are required to respond to real-time data and collect high den-
sity network packets, handle accurately to facilitate data analysis.
Flexible With versatile communication interface: IED Analyzer to fulfill the Data
Gateway & Protocol Conversion requirement easily.
Easy to Diagnose System & Communication and Enhance Efficiency Mainte-
nance
Remote Diagnose and manage System to provide the high system maintenance
efficiency.
The rear IO connection and LEDs on front panel for all ports and modes,sim-
plify the monitoring status for operation.
Fast and Easy for Configuration Customization
Structured and functional module Internal design for easy customization and
Fast assembly to fulfill the different kind of application by COTS manufacture
Process.
Customer Focused Service provide Fast response for customization develop-
ment request based on this product's main hardware structure.

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1.2 Hardware Specifications
1.2.1 General
Certification: CE, FCC Class A, IEC61850-3, IEEE 1613
Dimensions (W x D x H): 440 x 460 x 88 mm
Enclosure: SECC & Aluminum
Mounting: 2U 19” Rackmount
 Power Requirements:
– Power 1: 100 ~ 240 VAC (47 ~ 63 Hz)
– Power 2: 100 ~ 240 VAC (47 ~ 63 Hz)
Weight: 11 kg
OS Support: Window10, Window server 2019, Linux redhat/CentOS 7.8
1.2.2 System Hardware
CPU: Intel Xeon Scalable to be selected and assembled
Memory: DDR4 REG-ECC (4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB) x 12 slots up to 768 GB
Indicators: LEDs for Power. HDD, Programmable LEDLAN (LINK, ACT),
expansion cards
Storage: hot-swappable 4 x 2.5" SATA HDD (RAID0, RAID1, RAID5, RAID10) 1
x m.2 SATA
Display: 1 x DB15 VGA; 2 x DVI-D
1.2.3 I/O Interface
Ethernet: 4 x Giga RJ-45 ports
USB Ports: 3 x USB, Rev. 3.0 compliant
 Display:
– 1 X VGA, DDR4 Max 1 GB, 64 MB VRAM
– 2 x DVI-D, Display Resolution HD (1920 x 1080) & 2K @60 Hz
LED Indicator: LED for power,SATA,LAN, and programmable
SATA disk tray: 4 x 2.5" hotswap SATA HDD (RAID0, RAID1, RAID5,RAID10)
1.2.4 Environment
Humidity: 95% @ 40 °C (non-condensing)
Operating Temperature: -20~60 °C(-4 ~ 140 °F), IEC 60068-2-2 with 100%
CPU/ I/O loading, 24 hrs
Operating Humidity: 5 ~ 95% RH (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity: 5 ~ 95% RH (non-condensing)
Shock Protection: IEC 68 2-27 m-SATA: 30 G half sine,11 ms
Vibration Protection: IEC 68-2-64 (Random 1 Oct./min, 1 hr/axis.) m-SATA:
2Grms @ 5 ~ 500Hz
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1.3 Function Block Diagram
Figure 1.1 ECU-579 Series Product Function Block
1.4 Safety Precautions
The following messages inform how to make each connection. In most cases, you
will simply need to connect a standard cable.
Warning! Always disconnect the power cord from your chassis whenever you are
working on it. Do not connect while the power is on. A sudden rush of
power can damage sensitive electronic components. Only experienced
electronics personnel should open the chassis.
Caution! Always ground yourself to remove any static electric charge before
touching ECU-579 Series. Modern electronic devices are very sensitive
to static electric charges. Use a grounding wrist strap at all times. Place
all electronic components on a static-dissipative surface or in a static
shielded bag.
Note! If DC voltage is supplied by an external circuit, please put a protection
device in the power supply input port.

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1.5 Chassis Dimensions
Figure 1.2 ECU-579 Chassis Dimensions
1.6 Packing List
The package of ECU-579 Series contains the following items:
ECU-579 Product
Accessory box (Screw, Jumper, 1 x Start up manual)
1 x warranty card (D)
1 x ROHS LIST
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Chapter 2
Hardware
Specification
This chapter shows,
Sections include:
 Overview
 Front Elements (LED, FAN,
SATA Slots)
 Power Input
 Ethernet Interface (On board)
 Display Interface
 USB
 Expansion Functions
 Storage (SATA, M.2)
 Processors
 Memory
 TPM
 Platform Features Description
 Available Accessories

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Table 2.1: Definition of System Status Indicators
2.1 Overview
2.1.1 ECU-4784 LED and Interface position
Figure 2.1 ECU-579 Front Panel
Figure 2.2 ECU-579 Rear Panel
2.2 Front Elements
2.2.1 LED Indicators
The LEDs in the front panel can be divided into 4 groups.
2.2.1.1 System Status Indicators
PWR SATA
LED Status Description
Green System power1 or 2 is on
PWR
SATA
Off System power1 and 2 is off
Green Data is transmitting
Off No data is transmitting

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Table 2.2: Definition of System Status Indicators
Table 2.3: Programmable LED Status Indicators
2.2.1.2 LAN Status Indicators
Item LED Status Description
Green 1 Gbps network link
1 LAN/LINK
(Port 1~4)
2 LAN/ACT
(Port 1~4)
Orange 100 Mbps network link
Off 10 Mbps network link or invalid network link
Green Ethernet date being received/ transmitted
Off Invalid network link
2.2.1.3 Programmable LED
The ECU-579 Series products provide 8 programmable indicating LEDs, which are
convenient for users to control the Programmable LED state (green, off) using API
programming, it can be used to indicate and edit this machines operating status, a
detailed explanation of the API programming.
LED Status Description
PL (0 ~ 7) Green Customers can, according to their needs,
Off define the Programmable LED state
There are up to 8 LEDs (LED0~LED7) and could control and monitor the status (On /
Off), The Advantech Programmable LED Driver provides examples on how to use the
ECU-579's Programmable LED and offering reference for users to develop their own
applications. You can modify these sample applications to meet your requirements.
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Table 2.4: Ex. UNOP-1524PE/RE LED Status Indicators
2.2.1.4 Slot LED
The Slot LED defined differently according to the corresponding expansion card, here
we take the LED definition of UNOP-1514RE/PE as example to show how it is
defined, and other LED definition according to the description of the relevant expan-
sion card, manual accordingly.
Below picture showing the LED number definition for UNOP-1514RE/PE:
LED No. LAN Status LED Status Description
White (Blink) Data being received/transmitted
1 LAN 1 Active
2 LAN 1 Link
3 LAN 2 Active
4 LAN 2 Link
5 LAN 3 Active
6 LAN 3 Link
7 LAN 4 Active
8 LAN 4 Link
Off No data being received/transmitted
White 10 Mbps/100 Mbps/1 Gbps network link
Off Invalid network link
White (Blink) Data being received/transmitted
Off No data being received/transmitted
White 10 Mbps/100 Mbps/1 Gbps network link
Off Invalid network link
White (Blink) Data being received/transmitted
Off No data being received
White 10 Mbps/100 Mbps/1 Gbps network link
Off Invalid network link
White (Blink) Data being received/transmitted
Off No data being received/transmitted
White 10 Mbps/100 Mbps/1 Gbps network link
Off Invalid network link
9-16 N/A - -

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2.2.2 Fan Modules
The ECU-579 has four fan modules at the front and three of them are hot-swappable.
Each of the fan modules carries a high performance fans for optimized air flow. Each
fan module is secured by two thumb screws.
We have the unique patent design to ensure no loss of fan volume, even if one of the
fan module broken.
Figure 2.3 Remove the Fan module
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2.2.3 Disk Bay
ECU-579 supports four hot swappable 2.5” HDDs/SSDs at the front.
Follow the steps below to install a HDD:
1. Remove the baffle on the right of the front panel, and drag out the disk tray.
Figure 2.4 Remove the SATA baffle