Aplex ACS-2685 User manual

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ACS-2685 Box PC
User Manual
Release Date Revision
Nov. 2012 V1.0
® 2012 Aplex Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Published in Taiwan
Aplex Technology, Inc.
15F-1, No.186, Jian Yi Road, Zhonghe District, New Taipei City 235, Taiwan
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail] URL: www.aplex.com.tw

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Warning!___________________________________
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions manual, it may cause interference to radio communications.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassA computing device pursuant to
FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.
Disclaimer
This information in this document is subject to change without notice. In no event shall Aplex
Technology Inc. be liable for damages of any kind, whether incidental or consequential, arising
from either the use or misuse of information in this document or in any related materials.
Electric Shock Hazard –Do not operate the machine with its back cover removed. There are
dangerous high voltages inside.

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Packing List
Accessories (as ticked) included in this package are:
□AC power cable
□Driver & manual CD disc
□Other.___________________(please specify)
Safety Precautions
Follow the messages below to prevent your systems from damage:
◆Avoid your system from static electricity on all occasions.
◆Prevent electric shock. Don‘t touch any components of this card when the card is
power-on. Always disconnect power when the system is not in use.
◆Disconnect power when you change any hardware devices. For instance, when you
connect a jumper or install any cards, a surge of power may damage the electronic
components or the whole system.

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Table of Contents______________________
Warning!…………………………………………………………………………….……..….2
Disclaimer………………………………………………………………….…………………2
Packing List…………………………………………………………………………………..3
Safety Precautions…………………………………………………………………………..3
Chapter 1 Getting Started
1.1 Specifications……………………………………….……………………..6
1.2 Dimensions………………………………...………………………….......8
1.3 Brief Description………………………..…………………………….……10
1.4 Installation of HDD………………….…………………………….…..11
1.5 Installation of PCI Add-on………..………………….……………………12
1.6 Instructions for use of internal USB dongle.........................................13
1.7 Installation of Wall Mount Bracket.......................................................14
Chapter 2 Hardware
2.1Mainboard………………..…….……………………………………..…..19
2.2 Installations…….…………………………………….…………………...20
2.2.1 Jumpers Setting and Connectors……...………..………………….....20
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
3.1 Operations after POST Screen...........................................................41
3.2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY......................................................................42
3.3 System Overview........................................................................42
3.4 Advanced Settings.....................................................................43
3.5 Advanced PCI/PnP Settings.....................................................52
3.6 Boot Settings.....................................................................55
3.7 Security Settings.................................................................57
3.8 Advanced Chipset Settings.......................................................58
3.9 Exit Options.....................................................................65
Chapter 4 Installation of Drivers
4.1 Intel Chipset Driver.…………………………...…………………………68
4.2 Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver...……………………………..71
4.3 Intel 82574L LAN Device Driver………………………………………….75
4.4 Realtek ALC662 HD Audio Driver Installation…….………….…………78
4.5 Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Service Installation……………………80

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Figures
Figure 1.1: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 AC input………………….…..…....8
Figure 1.2: Dimensions of theACS-2685 AC input with DVD Device…….…8
Figure 1.3: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 DC input…………………………...9
Figure 1.4: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 DC input with DVD Device...........9
Figure 1.5: Left-front View of ACS-2685......................................................10
Figure 1.6: Right-front View of ACS-2685...................................................10
Figure 1.7: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 1...............................................14
Figure 1.8: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 with DVD Device Type 2....................15
Figure 1.9: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 with DVD Device Type 3....................16
Figure 1.10: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 4.............................................17
Figure 1.11: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 5..............................................18
Figure 2.1: Mainboard Dimensions…………………………………..…….....19
Figure 2.2: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Top………………...20
Figure 2.3: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Bottom…………....21

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Chapter 1 System
1.1 Specifications
Specs
ACS-2685
Processor
Intel Socket P Core 2 Duo 45nm Processor, Up to
P8600 2.4Ghz FSB1066/800/667MHz
System Chipset
Intel GM45 + Intel ICH9M-E
System Memory
2 x 204 Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM slot, up to 8GB 800/1066
Front Side I/O
2 x DB9 RS-232
1 x DB15 VGA
2 x RJ45 GbE LAN connectors
4 x USB 2.0 connectors
1 x Mic-in, Line-Out
1 x DC Power 3 Pin terminal block connector
1 x 2 Pin power switch connector
1 x COM RS-422/485 (COM3, default:RS-485)
1 x COM RS-232 (COM4)
1 x 10 Pin terminal block for 1 Ground/VCC/ 4 in & out DIDO
Expansion Slots
1 x PCI and PCIe x1 default
2 x PCI for option
Storage
2 x 2.5" SATA HDD
1 x External CF Slot
Power Supply
9~32V DC default
AC Power Input for option
LED Indicator
HDD/Power
CD/DVD-R Device
DVD Device for Option
Wireless
2 x antenna holes at front side for option
Optional Fan
2 x 40 x 40 mm System Fan Space(rear and front)
OS Support
Windows XP Embedded, Windows Embedded Standard 7,
Windows 7 Pro for Embedded
Construction / Color
Steel and Aluminum Heatsink / White
Mounting
Wall Mount default
Din Rail Mount for option
Dimensions
(WxHxD mm)
211.2x203.5x155
211.2x203.5x177 (with DVD Device)
Net Weight
5.9kgs
Operating Temperature
0~50 °C
Storage Temperature
-20~60 °C

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Storage Humidity
10%~90%@ 40℃, non-condensing
Vibration
MIL-STD-810F 514.5C-2 (with CF or SSD)
Shock
50G Half sine(11 msec. duration)/operation with CF/SSD (IEC
60068-2-27)
Drop
92cm(1 Corner, 3 Edge, 6 Surface)
Certificate
CE / FCC Class A

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1.2 Dimensions
Figure 1.1: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 AC input
Figure 1.2: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 AC input with DVD Device
System Fan location

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Figure 1.3: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 DC input
Figure 1.4: Dimensions of the ACS-2685 DC input with DVD Device
System Fan location
System Fan location

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1.3 Brief Description of the ACS-2685
The ACS-2685 is a Fan-less High-efficiency Thermal Solution and ultra-compact standalone Box PC,
powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo with 45nm, up to P8600 2.4GHz, and supporting 4 x USB 2.0 ports, 4
x COM Ports, 1 x VGA, support PCI or PCIe Expansion, 2 x SATA HDD space, 1 x external CF slot,
9-32V wide-ranging power input etc. It is ideal for kiosks, POS systems, airport terminal controllers,
digital entertainments, etc. and running factory operations from small visual interface and
maintenance applications to large control process applications. The ACS-2685 works very well along
with any of our Display Monitor series and it absolutely can provide an easy way to perform control
and field maintenance.
Figure 1.5: Left-front View of ACS-2685
Figure 1.6: Right-front View of ACS-2685

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1.4 Installation of HDD
Step 1
There is one screw which connects to the
chassis. Pull out the chassis towards the I/O
side after unscrewing as shown in the picture
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Step 2
There are 2 screws to deal with when enclosing
or removing the HDD bracket as shown in the
picture ACS-2685
Step 3
Loosen screw and draw the HDD bracket out as
shown in the picture ACS-2685
Step 4
That’s how it should look after it has been
installed.

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1.5 Installation of PCI Add-on
Step 1
There is one screw which connects to the
chassis. Pull out the chassis towards the I/O
side after unscrewing as shown in the picture
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Step 2
Now slide the add on into the PCI slot, making
sure the golden part faces the slot. When the
part that is interfaced together come into the
right contact, slightly push the add on into the
rail of the slot.
After sliding the add on into the PCI expansion
slot, get the one screw as circled tightened to
finish the connection.
** Half Expansion-card limit to be not more than
175mm length
Step 3
Tighten the 1 screw as shown in the picture.
That’s how it should look after it has been
installed.

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1.6 Instructions for use of internal USB dongle
Step 1
There is one screw which connects to the
chassis. Pull out the chassis towards the I/O
side after unscrewing as shown in the picture
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Step 2
Now slide into the USB dongle as shown in the
picture ACS-2685
Step 3
Tighten the 1 screw as shown in the picture.
That’s how it should look after it has been
installed.

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1.7 Installation of Wall Mount Bracket
Figure 1.7: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 1

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Figure 1.8: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 with DVD Device Type 2

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Figure 1.9: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 with DVD Device Type 3

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Figure 1.10: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 4

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Figure 1.11: Wall Mount of ACS-2685 Type 5

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Chapter 2 Hardware
2.1 Mainboard
Figure 2.1: Mainboard Dimensions

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2.2 Installations
ASB-M801 is a Mini-ITX industrial motherboard developed on the basis of Intel GM45 and
ICH9M, which provides abundant peripheral interfaces to meet the needs of different customers. Also,
it features dual 1000M LAN port, 6-COM port and one Mini PCIE configuration. To satisfy the special
needs of high-end customers, PC104+ type (120 pins, Aplex designed) connector richer extension
functions. The product is widely used in various sectors of industrial control.
2.2.1 Jumpers Setting and Connectors
Figure 2.2: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Top