Aplex APC-3X17B User manual

APC-3X17B User Manual
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APC-3X17B
15”, 17”, and 19” Intel Socket P Core 2 Duo Steel Panel PC
User Manual
Release Date Revision
Jun. 2016 V1.1
®2016 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] URL: www.aplextec.com

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Revision History
Reversion
Date
Description
1.0
2012/04/23
Official Version
1.1
2016/06/27
Modify the LAN LED color description at P.26

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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 Class A 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
Revision History…………………………………………………………………………………………………….1
Warning!………………………….……….……………………………………………………………….……..….2
Disclaimer……………………………………………………………………….………………….…………………2
Packing List………………….........................………………………..……………………………………..3
Safety Precautions…….………………………………………………………………..………………………..3
Chapter 1 Getting Started
1.1 Specifications……………………………….……………..….……………………..6
1.2 Dimensions………………………………………………………………………......8
1.3 Installation of HDD………………………..…………………………….……….11
1.4 Installation of PCI Add-on……………..……………………………………..13
1.5 Brief Description………………………….………………………………….……14
1.6 Panel Mounting……………………….…………………………………………..15
Chapter 2 Hardware
2.1 Motherboard……….………………………………..………………………..…..16
2.2 Installations…….……………………………………..……….…………………...17
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
3.1 Operations after POST Screen..................................................35
3.2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY..................................................................36
3.3 System Overview......................................................................36
3.4 Advanced Settings....................................................................37
3.5 Advanced PCI/PnP Settings......................................................47
3.6 Boot Settings............................................................................49
3.7 Security Settings......................................................................51
3.8 Advanced Chipset Settings.......................................................53
3.9 Exit Options..............................................................................60
Chapter 4 Installation of Drivers
4.1 Intel Chipset Driver.……………..…………………...…………………………63
4.2 Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver………..……………………..66
4.3 Intel 82574L LAN Device Driver…………………………………………….70
4.4 Realtek ALC662 HD Audio Driver Installation…….……….…………73

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4.5 Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Service Installation….……………75
Chapter 5 Touch Screen Installation
5.1 Introduction to Controller Board..…………………………..……………78
5.2 Windows 2000/XP USB Driver Installation for 5000 Boards….79
Figures
Figure 1.1: APC-3517B Dimensions……………………………………..……….7
Figure 1.2: APC-3717B Dimensions………………………………………..…....8
Figure 1.3: APC-3917B Dimensions………………………..…………………….9
Figure 1.4: Front View………………………………………….…………………...13
Figure 1.5: Rear View……………………………………………….………………..13
Figure 1.6: Panel mounting………………………………………………………..14
Figure 1.7: VESA mounting……………………………………….………………..14
Figure 2.1: Motherboard Dimensions…………………….………..…….....15
Figure 2.2: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Top………....16
Figure 2.3: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Bottom……17
Figure 5.1: Birdeye’s View of Control Board…………………….…………76

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
1.1 Specifications
Specs
APC-3517B
APC-3717B
APC-3917B
System
CPU
Intel socket P, support Intel T3100 1.9GHz and up to Intel P8600
2.4GHz processor
Chipset
Intel GM45 + ICH9M
System Memory
2 x 204 Pin SO-DIMM, up to 8GB DDRIII 800/1066MHz FSB
Outside I/O Port
Outside I/O port
4 x USB 2.0 connectors
2 x GbE LAN connectors
1 x VGA
1 x HDMI port
2 x RS-232 (COM1/COM2)
1 x DB9 RS-422/485 Default RS-485 (COM3)
1 x Terminal block for additional power switch
2 x LED light for power and HDD indication
1 x Rocker Switch for Power ON/OFF
2 x USB 2.0 for option
Expansion
Expansion slot
1 x PCI Expansion slot
Storage
Storage
1 x CF slot internal for option
1 x 2.5” SATA HDD space
Display
Display Size
15”
17”
19”
Max. Resolution
1024x768
1280x1024
1280x1024
Maximum Colors
16.7M
Viewing Angle
H:150 / V:140
H:170 / V:160
H:170 / V:165
Luminance (cd/m²)
300
350
300
Backlight Lifetime
50,000 Hours
Touch Screen
Touch Screen Type
Resistive Type (option)
Power

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Power Supply
9~32V DC
Mechanical
Construction
Steel chassis
Rating
Front Panel IP65
Dimensions
410 x 310 x 87.8 mm
439 x 348 x 93.3 mm
484 x 400 x 94.3 mm
Environmental
Operating Temperature
-10~50℃
Storage Temperature
-20~60℃
Relative Humidity
10%~90%@ 40℃, non-condensing
Certificate
CE / FCC Class A

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1.2 Dimensions
Figure 1.1: Dimensions of the APC-3517B

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Figure 1.2: Dimensions of the APC-3717B

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Figure 1.3: Dimensions of the APC-3917B

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1.3 Installation of HDD
Step 1
There are 12 screws to deal with when
enclosing or removing the heat sink.
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 Add-on
Step 4
To finish the job, just fasten the 2 screws as
shown in the picture.
Step 1
There are 2 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 the part that is interfaced together
come into the right contact, slightly push
the addon into the rail of the slot.
Step 3
After sliding the addon into the PCI
expansion slot, get the one screw as circled
tightened to finish the connection.

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1.5 Brief Description of the APC-3X17B
The APC-3517B/3717B/3917B is a high performance, compact and panel-mount
industrial PC, which comes with a 15-inch (luminance of 300 cd/m²)/17-inch
(luminance of 350 cd/m²)/19-inch (luminance of 300 cd/m²) TFT LCD. It is powered by
an Intel Socket P Core 2 Duo Processor, up to Intel P8600
2.4GHz processor. The industrial panel PC also features one PCI expansion slot, three
COM ports, six USB 2.0 ports, one 2.5” HDD, one CF slot internal for option, and
9~32V DC, etc. It is ideal for use as a PC-based controller for Automotive, Logistic
Process, Materials Handling, and Kiosk applications.
Figure 1.4: Front View of APC-3917B
Figure 1.5: Rear View of APC-3517B and APC-3917B

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1.6 Panel Mounting of the APC-3517B/3717B/3917B
The APC-3517B/3717B/3917B panel PC is designed to be panel-mounted as shown in
Figure 1.6. Just carefully place the unit through the hole and tighten the given 10
screws from the rear to secure the mounting.
Figure 1.6: Panel mounting of the APC-3517B/3717B/3917B
Figure 1.7: VESA mounting of the APC-3517B/3717B/3917B

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Chapter 2 Hardware
2.1 Motherboard
Figure 2.1: Motherboard 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+ port
(capable of adjusting IO voltage) 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

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Figure 2.3: Jumpers and Connectors Location_ Board Bottom

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1. JP2:
(2.0mm Pitch 1X2 Pin Header),ATX Power and Auto Power on jumper setting.
JP2
Mode
Open
ATX Power
Close
Auto Power on
(Default)
2. RTC/SRTC:
(2.0mm Pitch 1X2 Pin Header)CMOS clear jumper, CMOS clear operation will
permanently reset old BIOS settings to factory defaults.
RTC/SRTC
CMOS
Open
NORMAL (Default)
Close 1-2
Clear CMOS
Procedures of CMOS clear:
a) Turn off the system and unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
b) To clear the CMOS settings, use the jumper cap to close pins1 and 2 for about 3
seconds then reinstall the jumper clip back to pins open.
c) Power on the system again.
d) When entering the POST screen, press the <F1> or <DEL> key to enter CMOS Setup
Utility to load optimal defaults.
e) After the above operations, save changes and exit BIOS Setup.
3. BAT1 :
(1.25mm Pitch 1X2 box Pin Header) 3.0V Li battery is embedded to provide
power for CMOS.
Pin#
Signal Name
1
VBAT
2
Ground
4. DCIN:
(5.08mm Pitch 1x3 Pin Connector),DC9V ~ DC32V System power input connector.