Ariesys ARP998 Assembly instructions

ARP998 User Reference Manual

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Specifications
Model No ARP998
CPU Intel Core i5-9500E, 3.00GHz Processors
Option: Intel Core i7-9700E, 2.60 GHz
Chipset Intel 9th/8th Gen. Core™ i5 /i7 processors with Intel Q370 PCH
Operating System Support: Windows 10 (64-bit), Linux Fedora (64-bit) & Ubuntu (64-bit)
Slot
2 PCI, 1PCI-E (x16) full-length expansion slots
Option: 3 PCI-E (x8, x8, x4) full-length expansion slots (M.2 slot is used)
Option: 3 PCI-E
(
x8, x8, x1
)
full-len
g
th expansion slots
Display 17.3" 1920x 1080 LCD Monitor
Option: 17.3", 3840x 2160 resolution
Graphics HD graphics integrated into the processor
Memory 2x 8GB DDR4 RAM
HDD 1x 240GB SSD
Support 2x 2.5" removable SAT
A
Interfaces 2x DB9 for COM1, COM2, DVI-D, HDMI, DP, 6x USB 3.0 connectors
2x Gbit LAN RJ-45, RCA Jack 3x1 for HD audio
LAN Intel I219LM GbE LAN GbE
Intel I210AT/ I211AT Gi
g
abit LAN
(
as 2nd GbE
)
Audio Built HD audio with Realtek ALC888S
Speaker Built-in amplified 2x 3W speakers
KB/MS Industrial keyboard with touchpad
Ke
y
board la
y
out: CH, FR, GR, KR, RU, SP, UK, US
Power Supply 400W, 100~240 VAC, Auto switch
Construction Rugged Aluminum Construction with shock absorbing rubber corners
Dimension 418x 352x 166 mm (Wx Hx D)
Weight 7.6 kgs
Carrying Case Padded carrying case with wheels
Environmental Factors
Operating Non-Operating
Temperature 0°C~50°C -20°C~60°C
Relative Humidity 10%~90% 10%~95%
Shock 10g, 11ms, half-Sine 30g, 11ms, half-Sine
Vibration 10-500Hz (0.4 Grms) 10-500Hz (1.12 Grms)
Approval CE, FCC, RoHS
Ordering information
Product No. Description
ARP998-17WUSC 17.3" FHD LCD, i5-9500E, 2x 8G RAM, 2PCI, PCI-E (x16), 240G SSD,
DVD-RW, 400W PSU, Carr
y
in
g
case
ARP998-17WUSF 17.3" FHD LCD, i5-9500E, 2x 8G RAM, 3 PCI-E (x8, x8, x4), 240G SSD,
DVD-RW, 400W PSU, Carr
y
in
g
case
ARP998-17WUSG 17.3" FHD LCD, i5-9500E, 2x 8G RAM, 3 PCI-E (x8, x8, x1), 240G SSD,
DVD-RW, 400W PSU, Carr
y
in
g
case
Option:
17.3", 3840x 2160 resolution
Intel Core i7-9700E, 2.60 GHz
Touch screen
(
Resistive
)
Sunli
g
ht readable
(
1000 nits
)
Ke
y
board la
y
out: CH, FR, GR, KR, RU, SP, UK, US

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ARP 998
Model Accessory Kit SKD
Qty
ARP998
1
ARP998 Portable Computer system 1
2
Carrying Case with wheels 1
3
Driver CD 1
4
User’s Manual 1
5
Power Cord 1
6
Anti-Static Bag 1
7
Screw Pack (stabilizer) 1
8
Stabilizer Supports Pack 1
9
Standard Accessory Kits
Carrying Case with Wheels

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ARP 998 features:
●All-in-one design rugged portable computer
●Rugged Aluminum Construction with shock absorbing rubber corners
●Compact Size Lightweight Design
●Built-in 17.3" LCD display, 1920x 1080
●Intel 9th Core i5-9500E or i7-9700E Processors
●2 PCI, 1x PCI-E (x16) full-length expansion slots
Option1: 3x PCI-E (x8, x8, x4) full-length expansion slots
Option2: 3x PCI-E (x8, x8, x1) full-length expansion slots
●400W Power supply
●Built-in 240GB SSD, Support 2x 2.5" removable SATA
●Dual Gigabit Ethernet Support
●Industrial Keyboard multi-language with touchpad
●Keyboard is integrated with the portable to allow closing against the portable for both convenience and
protection in transportation
●Large handle provide convenience transportation of the portable with comfort and ease
●Carrying case to manage portable PC with ease
The ARP998 is a lightweight portable systems, It offers 2PCI, 1PCI-E (x16) or option: 3x PCI-E (x8, x8, x4)
or option: 3PCI-E (x8, x8, x1) expansion slots platform built using heavy duty metal to provide tough, go-
anywhere unit ideally suitable for harsh/severe environments and mission critical applications.
ARP998 is designed for harsh environment operations; Every ARP998 is constructed with easy access to its
expansion ports for immediate system upgrade or maintenance. Functional practicality combined with the
simple and polished design, the ARP998 with its extra-rugged construction to sustain bumps and impacted
blows, is the most cost-effective, durable and efficient portable solution for your mission critical applications.
Applications: Military, Industrial automation, Digital TV test & analysis, Mobile Computing,
Outdoor Computers, video conferencing, E-learning, Speech Technologies,
Portable Workstation, Telemedicine, Multimedia, Mission Critical Computing
1.0 Introduction

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2.0 Getting Started
1. Releasing Keyboard by pushing the 2 taps located on top side of the chassis to release the
locking mechanism, and then pull out the keyboard.
2. You have the option of leaving the keyboard attached to the chassis or they can be release
independently from the chassis by pushing the two levers inward to release the lock.
3. Connect the RJ-45 keyboard/touchpad cable to the front bottom right corner of the computer.
Make sure the pin direction is correct when inserting.
2.0 Operation
Press to releasePress to release

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4. You can flip the 2 feet located underneath the computer outward to help create an angle for the
computer for viewing comfort.
5. Connect the power cable outlet into the AC power supply unit
6. Press the power switch located on the front panel of the computer to power up the unit.
There are indicator HDD LED light, brightness adjustment and sound adjustment located on the
front panel
Insert Power Cord
Press Once to Power On
HDD LED light
2 feet
Brightness adjustment
Sound adjustment

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7. Access the available expansion slots on the left side of the computer.
ARP998 provides the system I/O port, include: 2x DB9 for COM1, COM2, DVI-D, HDMI, DP
connector, 6x USB 3.0 connector, 2x Gbit LAN RJ-45, RCA Jack 3x1 for HD audio
8. There are 2x removable 2.5” drive bay on the right side of the computer.
2x
r
emovable 2.5” drive ba
y
2x RS232
DVI-D, HDMI
DisplayPort
2 Gbit Ethernet LAN
RCA Jack 3x1 6x USB 3.0
2 Gbit Ethe
r
net LAN

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Be sure power cable is not connected to the system before proceeding
1. Unscrew the top 4 thumb screws to release the top computer cover.
2. Remove the top cover, and 2x card stabilizer bars, install add-in card
into the slot.
3. Install 2x card stabilizer bars, and close the top cover.
3.0 Internal Hardware Access
Unscrew
UnscrewUnscrew
Unscrew
Card stabilizer barCard stabilizer bar
Install add-in cardsInstall add-in cardsInstall add-in cards
ScrewScrew
ScrewScrew

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You can use the built-in DVD-RW to load operating system and additional applications
software into the system. Available medium from USB or download can also be possible.
DOS Boot up: DOS boot up requires you to have a version of the DOS installed on hard
disk drive or floppy. Depending on the execution sequence you have set in the batch file,
you will usually get a DOS prompt after loading.
Window Boot up: Windows boot up requires you to have Windows installed in the hard disk
drive. During Windows boot up, you will see a sequence of access to your hard disk drive
which will eventually take you into a graphical user interface environment.
Other O/S description: Many other operating systems are available in the market, such as
Linux, Windows, Solaris and DOS. These operating systems will behave differently and you
should react accordingly.
5.0 Software Installation

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1. Installation problem:
1. Normally problem with a fail start up is due to installation problem.
2. Double check all the peripheral cards or items you have added to the ARP.
3. Are all the items seated properly?
4. Are all the cables connected back to its original or correct position?
5. Are the items you have added compatible?
6. Before you check for these, turn the computer off and unplug the power cord.
7. Check for 1 thru 5 and then re-power up the computer.
8. Remove all items that were added and re-try system power up.
9. If the system starts now, try inserting 1 new item in at a time and try powering up.
10. Repeat this step until you get the desired result.
2. BIOS Beep Code:
The BIOS beep code indicates error in system initialization. The BIOS of the system board
will associate with video and memory error. Please check your video card is properly
seated and your memory is installed properly.
3. System Fails to power up:
1. Check you power connection first.
2. Check the main power switch is in the ON positions (I) *If cold switch is available.
3. Press the power button located on the machine.
4. No display (LCD):
1. Check all the proper power up procedure has been taken.
2. Hook up an external LCD to the VGA port, to check if video is present.
3. If video is present on external LCD, check the internal LCD cable connection.
4. Or check your VGA setting to make sure LCD video is enabled.
5. If there is no video on external, check your system to make sure everything is seated
properly.
6. If everything is seated properly and still no video, call us for further assistance.
5. External LCD no display:
1. Check to see if you have internal LCD video.
2. Check if your LCD is functioning properly.
3. Check your VGA setting to make sure external video is enabled.
6. Keyboard fails:
1. Make sure the keyboard plug is inserted completely into the portable.
2. Make sure you do not have another keyboard connected to the side I/O PS/2 port.
7. TOUCHPAD fails:
1. Make sure the keyboard plug is inserted completely into the portable.
2. If you have an external PS/2 mouse hook up on the side I/O PS/2 port, the touch pad
will not function simultaneously.
3. If your operating system requires and does not load the mouse driver automatically,
make sure you have the proper mouse driver loaded.
6.0 Troubleshooting