Asus Aaeon BOXER-8170AI User manual

Last Updated: July 2, 2019
BOXER-8170AI
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC
User’s Manual 1st Ed

Preface II
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
Copyright Notice
This document is copyrighted, 2019. All rights are reserved. The original manufacturer
reserves the right to make improvements to the products described in this manual at
any time without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any
form or by any means without the prior written permission of the original
manufacturer. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and
reliable. However, the original manufacturer assumes no responsibility for its use, or for
any infringements upon the rights of third parties that may result from its use.
The material in this document is for product information only and is subject to change
without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this
document to assure its accuracy, AAEON assumes no liabilities resulting from errors or
omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
AAEON reserves the right to make changes in the product design without notice to its
users.

Preface III
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
Acknowledgement
All other products’ name or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
NVIDIA, the NVIDIA logo, and Jetson are trademarks of the NVIDIA Corporation
Microsoft Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
Intel, Pentium, Celeron, and Xeon are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation
Atom is a trademark of Intel Corporation
ITE is a trademark of Integrated Technology Express, Inc.
IBM and VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Ubuntu is a registered trademark of Canonical
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Preface IV
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
Packing List
Before setting up your product, please make sure the following items have been
shipped:
Item
Quantity
BOXER-8170AI
1
Power Connector
1
Screw Pack
1
Wallmount bracket
2
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your distributor or sales
representative immediately.

Preface V
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
About this Document
This User’s Manual contains all the essential information, such as detailed descriptions
and explanations on the product’s hardware and software features (if any), its
specifications, dimensions, jumper/connector settings/definitions, and driver installation
instructions (if any), to facilitate users in setting up their product.
Users may refer to the product page on AAEON.com for the latest version of this
document.

Preface VI
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
Safety Precautions
Please read the following safety instructions carefully. It is advised that you keep this
manual for future references
1. All cautions and warnings on the device should be noted.
2. All cables and adapters supplied by AAEON are certified and in accordance with
the material safety laws and regulations of the country of sale. Do not use any
cables or adapters not supplied by AAEON to prevent system malfunction or
fires.
3. Make sure the power source matches the power rating of the device.
4. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
5. Always completely disconnect the power before working on the system’s
hardware.
6. No connections should be made when the system is powered as a sudden rush
of power may damage sensitive electronic components.
7. If the device is not to be used for a long time, disconnect it from the power
supply to avoid damage by transient over-voltage.
8. Always disconnect this device from any AC supply before cleaning.
9. While cleaning, use a damp cloth instead of liquid or spray detergents.
10. Make sure the device is installed near a power outlet and is easily accessible.
11. Keep this device away from humidity.
12. Place the device on a solid surface during installation to prevent falls
13. Do not cover the openings on the device to ensure optimal heat dissipation.
14. Watch out for high temperatures when the system is running.
15. Do not touch the heat sink or heat spreader when the system is running
16. Never pour any liquid into the openings. This could cause fire or electric shock.

Preface VII
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
17. As most electronic components are sensitive to static electrical charge, be sure to
ground yourself to prevent static charge when installing the internal components.
Use a grounding wrist strap and contain all electronic components in any
static-shielded containers.
18. If any of the following situations arises, please the contact our service personnel:
i. Damaged power cord or plug
ii. Liquid intrusion to the device
iii. Exposure to moisture
iv. Device is not working as expected or in a manner as described in
this manual
v. The device is dropped or damaged
vi. Any obvious signs of damage displayed on the device
19. DO NOT LEAVE THIS DEVICE IN AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT WITH
TEMPERATURES BEYOND THE DEVICE’S PERMITTED STORAGE TEMPERATURES
(SEE CHAPTER 1) TO PREVENT DAMAGE.

Preface VIII
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following 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.
Caution:
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions and your local government’s recycling or
disposal directives.
Attention:
Il y a un risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée de façon incorrecte.
Ne la remplacer qu’avec le même modèle ou équivalent recommandé par le constructeur.
Recycler les batteries usées en accord avec les instructions du fabricant et les directives
gouvernementales de recyclage.

Preface IX
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
China RoHS Requirements (CN)

Preface X
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
China RoHS Requirement (EN)

Preface XI
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications.......................................................................................... 1
1.1 Specifications............................................................................................................ 2
1.2 Product Notice ......................................................................................................... 4
Chapter 2 –Hardware Information ....................................................................................... 5
2.1 Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Jumpers and connectors........................................................................................ 9
2.3 List of Jumpers ........................................................................................................10
2.3.1 Setting Jumpers ......................................................................................10
2.3.2 Auto Power Button (CN1) ..................................................................... 11
2.4 List of Connectors...................................................................................................12
2.4.1 HDMI connector (CN2/CN3) ...............................................................14
2.4.2 SATA PWR Port (CN8)............................................................................14
2.4.3 SATA Port (CN9)......................................................................................15
2.4.4 Micro SD (CN10) .....................................................................................15
2.4.5 USB 2.0 OTG connector (CN13)...........................................................16
2.4.6 RTC Connector (CN14) ..........................................................................16
2.4.7 TX2 Module connector (CN15)............................................................17
2.4.8 USB3.0 connector (CN24/CN25) ........................................................18
2.4.9 Power in connector (CN27)..................................................................18
2.4.10 COM port connector (CN28/29).........................................................19
2.4.11 LAN (RJ-45) Port (LAN1) ......................................................................20
2.5 Wall Mount Assembly............................................................................................21
Chapter 3 –OS Flash guide ................................................................................................. 22
3.1 Force USB Recovery Mode..................................................................................23
3.2 Software & BSP ......................................................................................................24

Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
Chapter 1
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications

Chapter 1 –Product Specifications 2
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
1.1 Specifications
System
CPU
HMP Dual Denver 2 + Quad ARM A57
Chipset
N/A
System Memory
8GB LPDDR4
AI Solution
NVidia Jetson TX2
Display Interface
HDMI 2.0 x2
Storage Device
32GB eMMC 5.1
MicroSD
Ethernet
10/100/1000 Base-TX x 1
IEEE 802.3 af PoE LAN x 4
I/O
RJ-45 x 4 for PoE+ (802.af) (Total 60W)
IEEE 802.3af PoE x4 60W total power budget
HDMI Type A x 2 for HDMI 2.0
USB Type A x 4 for USB 3.0
DB-9 x2 for RS-232/485 (Jump Select)
Power On/Off Button x 1
DC-In 2-pin terminal block x 1
USB OTG x 1
12~24V DC-in Power Input x 1
SMA Antenna Holes x 2
Expansion
SATA x 1 (option)
USB 2.0 x 1 (option)
2 Channel CANBUS x 1 (option)
YUR for Debug x 1

Chapter 1 –Product Specifications 3
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
System
Indicator
Power LED
OS Support
Linux (AAEON ACLinux 4.4, Compliance with
Ubuntu 16.04)
Power Supply
Power Requirement
12~24V with 2-pin terminal block
Mechanical
Mounting
Wallmount
Dimensions (W x H x D)
180 mm (W) x 48 mm (H) x 136 mm (D)
Gross Weight
6.39 lbs. (2.9 kg)
Net Weight
4.73 lbs. (2.15 kg)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
-20°C ~ 50°C (according to IEC68-2-14 with
0.5 m/s air flow ; with industrial devices)
Storage Temperature
-40°C ~ 80°C
Storage Humidity
5~95% @ 40°C, non-condensing
Anti-Vibration
3 Grms/ 5 ~ 500Hz/ operation
Certification
CE/FCC class A

Chapter 1 –Product Specifications 4
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
1.2 Product Notice
OTG: OTG port is ideally for flashing image only.
COM1: Support 1.8 meter length cable when baud rate is 115200bps and 15 meter cable
when baud rate is 9600bps.
USB ports: USB ports do not support USB DVD-ROM because of file system.
Storage Devices: Operating System must be installed on the eMMC drive. SATA Port
can only be used for optional storage expansion drives.
LAN LED Status: LED Status for 10/100 BASE-T is not supported.
LAN LED Indicator Behavior

Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
Chapter 2
Chapter 2 –Hardware Information

Chapter 2 –Hardware Information 6
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
2.1 Dimensions

Chapter 2 –Hardware Information 7
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI

Chapter 2 –Hardware Information 8
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI

Chapter 2 –Hardware Information 9
Compact Fanless Embedded AI@Edge Box PC BOXER-8170AI
2.2 Jumpers and connectors