ASRock Industrial iBOX ADL-N Series User manual

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User Manual
Version 1.0
Published May 2022
iBOX ADL-N Series
User Manual

Version 1.0
Published May 2023
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two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY
e Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance
controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by the
California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please
follow the related regulations in advance.
“Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate”
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Replaceable batteries
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 Product Specications 2
1.3 Block Diagram 4
Chapter 2 Product Overview 5
2.1 Front View 5
2.2 Rear View 6
2.3 Inside View 7
Chapter 3 Hardware Installation 8
3.1 How to Remove the Bottom Case 8
3.2 How to Install the WiFi Module 9
3.3 How to Install the M.2 SSD 10
3.4 How to Install the 2.5-inch Hard Drive 11
3.5 How to Install the Memory Modules 13
3.6 How to Install the Wall Mounting Brackets 14
3.7 How to Install the VESA Bracket (Optional) 15
3.8 How to Install the Din Rail Mounting Bracket (Optional) 16
3.9 Positions of the iBOX ADL-N Series 17
Chapter 4 Motherboard 18
4.1 Motherboard Layout 18
4.2 Motherboard Specications 20
4.3 Jumpers Setup 22
4.4 Onboard Headers and Connectors 23

4.5 Expansion Slots (M.2 Slots) 26
Chapter 5 UEFI Setup Utility 27
5.1 Introduction 27
5.1.1 Entering BIOS Setup 27
5.1.2 UEFI Menu Bar 28
5.1.3 Navigation Keys 29
5.2 Main Screen 30
5.3 Advanced Screen 31
5.3.1 CPU Conguration 32
5.3.2 Chipset Conguration 35
5.3.3 Storage Conguration 37
5.3.4 Super IO Conguration 39
5.3.5 ACPI Conguration 40
5.3.6 USB Conguration 41
5.3.7 Power Conguration 42
5.3.8 Trusted Computing 43
5.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 46
5.5 Security Screen 47
5.6 Boot Screen 48
5.7 Exit Screen 50
Chapter 6 Software Support 51
6.1 Install Operating System 51

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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Package Contents
• iBOX-ADL-N Series
• 1 x 19V/65W power adapter
• 1 x SATA 1 to 1 power cable
• 1 x M.2 screw
• 1 x Wi module screw
• 1 x VESA mounting bracket and screw package (by request)
• Din rail kit & screw package (by request)
• Wall mount kit & screw package
• Quick Installation Guide
Because the hardware specications might be updated, the content of this documentation
will be subject to change without notice.
If any items are missing or appear damaged, contact your authorized dealer.
e barebone system does not include memory, hard drive and mSATA SSD.

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1.2 Product Specications
Memory
Technology
Capacity
Socket
Single Channel DDR4 3200 MHz
16GB
1 x 260-pin SO-DIMM
Graphics
Controller
HDMI
DisplayPort
MultiDisplay
Intel®UHD Graphics
HDMI 2.0b
Max resolution up to 4096x2160@60Hz
DisplayPort 1.4a, DP++
Max resolution up to 4096x2160@60Hz
Triple-Display (including 2 outputs from Type-C)
Processor System
CPU
Chipset
BIOS
Intel®Alder Lake-N SoC Processors
iBOX-N97(N97, QC, Max Speed Up to 3.6GHz, 12W)
SoC
AMI SPI 256 Mbit
Audio
Interface Realtek ALC256, High Definition Audio.
Ethernet
Controller/ Speed
Connector
Realtek RTL8125BG with 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps
2 x RJ-45
Expansion Slot
M.2 1 x M.2 (Key E, 2230) with PCIe x1, USB 2.0
Storage
M.2
SATA
1 x M.2 (KEY M, 2242/2260/2280) with PCIe Gen3 x1 and SATA3 for SSD
*M.2 Key M 2280 (supported by bracket)
1 x SATA3.0 (6.0 Gb/s)
Environment
Operating Temp
Storage Temp
Operating Humidity
Storage Humidity
-20ºC ~ 45ºC (with extended temp. peripherals)
-40° C ~ 85° C
5% ~ 90%
5% ~ 90%
Watchdog Timer
Output
Interval
From Super I/O to drag RESETCON#
256 Segments, 0, 1, 2, ...255sec
Power Requirements
Input PWR
Power On
1 x 19V/65W Power Adapter
AT/ATX supported
- AT : Directly PWR on as power input ready
- ATX : Press button to PWR on after power input ready
Rear I/O
HDMI
Ethernet
USB
DC Jack
2 x HDMI 2.0b
2 x 2.5 Gigabit LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A)
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Others
OS Support
TPM
Certifications
Packing List
Windows 10/11
TPM 2.0 onboard IC
CE, FCC Class A
1 x 19V/65W Power Adapter
1 x Screw Package
1 x Wall mounting kit
Mechanical
Construction
Mounting
Dimensions (W x D x H)
Weight
Aluminum housing
VESA mounting, Wall mounting, Din-rail (by request)
135 x 110 x 44.5mm
Net Weight: 0.7kg
Front I/O
USB
Audio
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C, 5V/3A, supports DP 1.4a display output)
1 (headphone & microphone jack)

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Memory
Technology
Capacity
Socket
Single Channel DDR4 3200 MHz
16GB
1 x 260-pin SO-DIMM
Graphics
Controller
HDMI
DisplayPort
MultiDisplay
Intel®UHD Graphics
HDMI 2.0b
Max resolution up to 4096x2160@60Hz
DisplayPort 1.4a, DP++
Max resolution up to 4096x2160@60Hz
Triple-Display (including 2 outputs from Type-C)
Processor System
CPU
Chipset
BIOS
Intel®Alder Lake-N SoC Processors
iBOX-N97(N97, QC, Max Speed Up to 3.6GHz, 12W)
SoC
AMI SPI 256 Mbit
Audio
Interface Realtek ALC256, High Definition Audio.
Ethernet
Controller/ Speed
Connector
Realtek RTL8125BG with 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps
2 x RJ-45
Expansion Slot
M.2 1 x M.2 (Key E, 2230) with PCIe x1, USB 2.0
Storage
M.2
SATA
1 x M.2 (KEY M, 2242/2260/2280) with PCIe Gen3 x1 and SATA3 for SSD
*M.2 Key M 2280 (supported by bracket)
1 x SATA3.0 (6.0 Gb/s)
Environment
Operating Temp
Storage Temp
Operating Humidity
Storage Humidity
-20ºC ~ 45ºC (with extended temp. peripherals)
-40° C ~ 85° C
5% ~ 90%
5% ~ 90%
Watchdog Timer
Output
Interval
From Super I/O to drag RESETCON#
256 Segments, 0, 1, 2, ...255sec
Power Requirements
Input PWR
Power On
1 x 19V/65W Power Adapter
AT/ATX supported
- AT : Directly PWR on as power input ready
- ATX : Press button to PWR on after power input ready
Rear I/O
HDMI
Ethernet
USB
DC Jack
2 x HDMI 2.0b
2 x 2.5 Gigabit LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A)
1
Others
OS Support
TPM
Certifications
Packing List
Windows 10/11
TPM 2.0 onboard IC
CE, FCC Class A
1 x 19V/65W Power Adapter
1 x Screw Package
1 x Wall mounting kit
Mechanical
Construction
Mounting
Dimensions (W x D x H)
Weight
Aluminum housing
VESA mounting, Wall mounting, Din-rail (by request)
135 x 110 x 44.5mm
Net Weight: 0.7kg
Front I/O
USB
Audio
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C, 5V/3A, supports DP 1.4a display output)
1 (headphone & microphone jack)

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1.3 Block Diagram
Intel
Alder Lake-N
FCBGA 1264
Package(35*24mm)
DDIA
HDMI
Connector
HDMI
Connector
eSPI
HDMI ITE
IT66318
DDIB
Type-C
TCP0
Type-C
Rear
2x USB3.2 Gen2
Connector
2xUSB3.2 Gen2(#1, #2)
RJ45
Connector
2.5G Realtek
R8125BG
PCIex1(#8)
RJ45
Connector
2.5G Realtek
R8125BG
PCIex1(#9)
DDR4 3200MHZ SO-DIMM
Headset
(combo jack)
Audio Realtek
ALC256
HDA
NUVOTON
NCT5525D
COM 232/422/485*1
(Internal Header)
UART*1
CPU FAN1
FAN
SATA(#0) SATA Port
PCIe x1(#6)
M.2 Key E
CNVi
USB2.0(P8)
PCIe x1/SATA(#12/#1) M.2 Key M
INFINEON
SLB9670XQ2.0
2x USB2.0(P3, P4)
Genesys
GL852
USB2.0(P5)
USB2.0(DM3)
2x USB2.0
Internal Header
USB2.0(DM1,2)
NUC-N97
USB2.0 P1
TCP1
USB2.0 P2
Front
2x USB3.2 Gen2
Connector
2xUSB3.2 Gen2(#3, #4)
2x USB2.0(P6, P7)
SPI

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Chapter 2 Product Overview
is chapter provides diagrams showing the location of important components of
the iBOX ADL-N Series.
2.1 Front View
No. Description
1 Power button
2 USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type C, 5V/3A, supports DP1.4a display output)
3 USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type A)
4Audio (Mic-in, Line-out)
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2.2 Rear View
No. Description
1 Kensington Lock
2DC-IN
3 2 x RJ-45 (2.5G LAN)*
4 2 x HDMI
5 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type A)
* ere are two LEDs on the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
Activity / Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
O No Link O 10Mbps connection
Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps/1Gbps
connection
On Link Green 2.5Gbps connection
ACT/LINK LED
SPEED LED
LAN Port
1 2 3
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2.3 Inside View
No. Description
1 M.2 Slot (Key E, 2230 with PCIe x1, USB 2.0)
2 M.2 Slot (Key M, 2242/2260/2280 with PCIe Gen3 x1 and SATA3 for
SSD)
3 SATA 3.0 Connector
4SO-DIMM Slots
SO-DIMM memory, hard drive and mSATA SSD are not included with this system.
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Chapter 3 Hardware Installation
is chapter helps you install or remove important components.
3.1 How to Remove the Bottom Case
1. Remove the four screws on the bottom case.
2. en li up and remove the bottom panel.
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3.2 How to Install the WiFi Module
1. Locate the WiFi Module slot on the motherboard.
2. Carefully insert the WiFi Module into the slot at a 30-degree angle.
3. Tighten the screw to secure the WiFi Module to the motherboard.

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3.3 How to Install the M.2 SSD
1. Locate the M.2 slot on the motherboard.
2. Carefully insert the M.2 SSD into the slot at a 30-degree angle.
3. Tighten the screw to secure the M.2 SSD to the motherboard.

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3.4 How to Install the 2.5-inch Hard Drive
1. Remove the four screws on the bottom case. en li up and remove the bottom panel.
2. Attach the HDD cage to the bottom panel and secure it with screws. en connect the
SATA Data and Power Cable to the HDD.
3. Connect the SATA Cable to the connector on the motherboard.

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4. en reinstall the bottom panel.
For iBOX ADL-N Series, it is not recommended to install 2.5” HDD. If you install the 2.5”
HDD, please keep the iBOX ADL-N Series in a vertical position to ensure better cooling
performance.

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3.5 How to Install the Memory Modules (DDR4 Low Voltage
(1.2V))
1. Carefully insert the SO-DIMM memory modules into the slot at a 30-degree angle.
2. Push down until the modules snap into place.
e iBOX ADL-N Series requires DDR4 SO-DIMM (1.2V). .
e SO-DIMM only ts in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the
motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.

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3.6 How to Install the Wall Mounting Brackets
1. Remove the four rubber feet on the base of the iBOX ADL-N Series.
2. Attach the wall mounting brackets to the base of the iBOX ADL-N Series and secure
them with screws.
165mm
151mm
106mm80mm
165mm
151mm
106mm80mm
Dimension of the iBOX ADL-N Series
with Wall Mounting Brackets Installed
165mm
151mm
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3.7 How to Install the VESA Bracket (Optional)
1. Attach the two screws to the base of the iBOX ADL-N Series.
2. Attach the VESA Bracket to the rear of a compatible display using the four screws.
*Choose mounting holes depending on the mounting hole pattern of your LCD
screen (75 mm × 75 mm or 100 mm × 100 mm).
3. Mount the iBOX ADL-N Series by sliding it into place.
VESA Bracket is not provided by default. Please purchase it seperately if needed.