Aplex APC-3228 User manual

APC-3228 User Manual 1
APC-3228
Panel PC User Manual
Release Date _ Revision
Aug. 2011 V1.0
®2011 Aplex Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. PublishedinTaiwan
Aplex Technology, Inc.
15F-1, No.186, Jian Yi Road, Zhonghe District, New Taipei City 235, Taiwan
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [email protected] 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
Chapter1 GettingStarted
1.1 Specifications……………………………………….……………………..6
1.2 Dimensions………………………………...………………………….......7
1.3 Installation of HDD………………….…………….…………………….…..8
1.4 Installation of PCI Addon…………..……………………………………..10
1.5 Brief Description…………………………………………………….……11
1.6 VESA Mounting…………………………………………………………..12
Chapter2 Hardware
2.1 Mainboard………………..…….……………………..……..…..13
2.2 Installations…….…………………………………..…………...14
2.2.1 Installing CPU…….……………………...……..……………….....14
2.2.2 Installing Memory…………………………..…………………..….....15
2.2.3 Installing the Jumpers…………………….………………………….....17
2.2.4 Internal Peripheral Connectors……….…………………………....19
Chapter3 BIOSSetup
3.1 INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................30
3.2 MAIN ....................................................................................32
3.3 ADVANCED......................................................................................33
3.4 PCI/PNP .................................................................................. 54
3.5 BOOT ........................................................................................... 57
3.6 SECURITY................................................................................ 59
3.7 CHIPSET ..................................................................................... 60
3.8 EXIT............................................................................................. 67
Chapter4 InstallationofDrivers
4.1 Intel Chipset Driver.…………………………...…………………………73
4.2 Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver...……………………………..76
4.3 Intel 82567LM & 82574L LAN Device Driver……………………….80
4.4 Realtek HD Audio Driver Installation…….…………..…………………85
4.5 Intel Active Management Technology Driver Installation………………88

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Chapter5 TouchScreenInstallation
5.1 Introduction to Controller Board..…………………………..……………91
5.2 Windows 2000/XP USB Driver Installation for 5000 Boards………..….91
Figures
Figure 1.1: APC-3228 Dimensions……………………………………..…....7
Figure 1.2: Front View ……………………………………………………….11
Figure 1.3: Rear View………………………………………………………...11
Figure 1.4: VESA Mounting…………………………………………………..12
Figure 2.1: Mainboard Overview………………………………………….....13
Figure 5.1 Birdeye’s View of Control Board…………………………………91

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Chapter1 System
1.1 Specifications
Specs APC-3228
CPU Intel Socket P Core 2 Duo Processor, FSB 1066/800/667 MHz, up to Intel
P8400 processor
Chipset Intel GM45 + Intel 9M-E
System Memory 2 x 200-pin SO-DIMM socket, support 800 MHz up to 4 GB DDR2 SDRAM
Display Size 21.5” 1920x1080 TFT LCD
Maximum Colors 16.7M
Viewing Angle (Degree) H:170/V:160
Luminance (cd/m²) 250
Backlight Lifetime 50,000 Hours
Rating Front Panel IP65
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Rear Side IP30
Touch Screen Type Resistive Type
I/O port Standard I/O
_ Audio, Line-in, Line-Out, MIC-in
_ 2 x RJ-45 LAN connector
_ 4 x USB 2.0 Ports
_ 1 x DB-15 VGA port
_ 1 x DVI-D port
_ 1 x HDMI Port
_ 1 x COM1 (RS232)
_ 1 x PS2 Keyboard/Mouse
_ 1 x ATX Power on/off Switch
Option
_ 2 x COM 2/3 (DB9) by cables
_ 1 x DB-9 Port for (4 x DI / 4 x DO) by cable
Extension 1 x PCI 2.3 Slot (External)
1 x Mini-PCIe slot (Internal)
Storage 1 x CF slot (external)
1 x 2.5” SATA HDD
1 x SATA Combo device
Power Supply AC115/230V
Construction and Color Metal front panel and housing
Dimensions (WxHxD) 537 x 342 x 99 mm
Operating Temperature 0~50℃

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Storage Temperature -20~60℃
Relative Humidity 10%~90%@ 40 ﾟC, (non-condensing)
Certificate CE/FCC Class A
1.2 Dimensions
Figure 1.1: Dimensions of the APC-3228

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1.3 Installation of HDD
Step 1
There are 23 screws to deal with when
enclosing or removing the chassis.
Step 2
Get the HDD screwed to the bracket with
the four screws as shown by the arrows in
the picture.
Step 3
Connect the cable to the HDD as shown in
the picture, making sure the red stripe of
the cable is rightly positioned.

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Step 4
Get the four screws as circled tightened to
secure the HDD. As shown in the picture
Step 5
That’s how it should look after it has been
installed.

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1.4 Installation of PCI Addon
Step 4
To finish the job, just fasten the 23 screws as
shown in the picture.
Step 1
There are 23 screws to deal with when
enclosing or removing the chassis.
Step 2
Now slide the addon into the PCI slot,
making sure the golden part faces the slot.
When both parts that are interfaced together
come into the right contact, slightly push the
addon into the rail of the slot. This shows the
addon is already completely connected.
Step 3
After sliding the addon into the PCI
expansion slot, get the one screws as
circled tightened to finish the connection.

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1.5 Brief Description of the APC-3228
The APC-3228 comes with a 21.5-inch (luminance of 250 cd/m²) TFT LCD. It is powered by an Intel
Socket P Core 2 Duo Processor. The industrial panel PC also features one PCI expansion slot, one
COM port, four USB 2.0 ports, one 2.5” HDD, one CF slot, power input of AC115/230V, etc. It is ideal
for use as a PC-based controller for Industrial Automation & Factory Automation.
Figure 1.2: Front View of APC-3228
Figure 1.3: Rear View of APC-3228

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1.6 VESA Mounting of the APC-3228
The APC-3228 panel PC is designed to be VESA mounted as shown in Picture. Just carefully place
the unit through the hole and tighten the given 4 screws from the rear to secure the mounting.
Figure 1.4: VESA mounting of the APC-3228

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Chapter2 Hardware
2.1 Mainboard
Figure 2.1: Mainboard Overview

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2.2 Installations
This section provides information on how to use the jumpers and connectors on the mainboard in
order to set up a workable system.
2.2.1 Installing the CPU
1. Locate the CPU socket on the
motherboard.
Before installing the CPU,
make sure that the socket
box is facing towards you.
2. The processor socket comes with a
screw to secure the processor, please
unlock the screw first.

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3. Position the CPU above the socket and
the gold triangular mark on the CPU
must align with pin 1 of the CPU socket.
4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket
until it fits in place ‘Gold mark’.
5. Turn the screw to the lock position.
The CPU fits in only one
correct orientation. DO
NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent
bending the connectors
on the socket and
damaging the CPU.
After installation, make sure to plug-in the ATX power cable to the
motherboard.
2.2.2 Installing Memory
The mainboard supports two DDR2 memory socket for a maximum total memory of 4GB in DDR2
memory type.
Installing and Removing Memory Modules
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing
SO-DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause
severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.
1. Locate the SO-DIMM socket on the board.
2. Hold two edges of the SO-DIMM module carefully, and keep away of touching its connectors.
3. Align the notch key on the module with the rib on the slot.
4. Firmly press the modules into the socket automatically snaps into the mounting notch. Do not
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A DDR2 SO-DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one
direction. DO NOT force a SO-DIMM into a socket to avoid
damaging the SO-DIMM.
The DDR2 SO-DIMM sockets do not support DDR SO-DIMMs.
DO NOT install DDR SO-DIMMs to the DDR2 SO-DIMM socket.
Removing a DDR2 SO-DIMM
1. Press the two ejector tabs on the slot outward simultaneously, and then pull out the SO-DIMM
module.
Support the SO-DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the
ejector tabs. The SO-DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with
extra force.

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2.2.3 Installing the Jumpers
Clear CMOS (CLRTC1)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS
memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC
RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system
setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the onboard battery.
3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10
seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
4. Re-install the battery.
5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.
Except when clearing the CMOS, never remove the cap on CLRTC
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot
failure!
Normal (Default)
Clear RTC

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COM1 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR3)
JCOMPWR1
+5V
(Default)
+
+12V
+
Ring +
COM2 RI/+5V/+12V Selection (JCOMPWR2)
JCOMPWR2
+5V
(Default) +
+12V +
Ring +

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2.2.4 Internal Peripheral Connectors
Rear Panel Connectors
No Label Function Description
1 COM1 Serial port connector D-sub 9-pin, male
2 VGA_DVI-D1 DVI port Digital Visual Interface connector
3 LAN_USB1,
LAN_USB2
LAN (RJ-45) connector This port allows Gigabit connection to a
Local Area Network (LAN) through a
network hub. Refer to the table below for
the LAN port LED indications. The optional
10/100/1000 Mbps LAN controller allows
10/100/1000 Mbps connection to a Local
Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
ACT / LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection
Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection
Blinking Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection

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No Label Function Description
4 AUDIO1 Line-In port (Light Blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or
other audio sources.
5 AUDIO1 Line-Out port (Lime) This port connects a headphone or a speaker.
In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel
configuration, the function of this port
becomes Front Speaker Out.
6 AUDIO1 Microphone port (Pink) This port connects a microphone.
7 USB1, USB2 USB 2.0 connector These four 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0
devices.
8 VGA_DVI-D1 VGA port D-sub15-pin VGA port connects to a VGA
monitor.
9 HDMI1 HDMI connector High Definition Media Interface 19P connector
10 KBMS1 PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse
connector
The standard PS/2 DIN connector is for a
PS/2 Keyboard or mouse.