Asus AAEON UP Squared Pro User manual

UP Squared Pro
Maker Board
UPN-APL01
User’s Manual 1st Ed
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Copyright Notice
This document is copyrighted, 2021. 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
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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.
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Acknowledgement
All other products’ name or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
⚫Microsoft®, Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
⚫Intel®, Pentium®, and Celeron® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation
⚫Intel Atom™is a trademark of Intel Corporation
⚫ITE is a trademark of Integrated Technology Express, Inc.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
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Packing List
Before setting up your product, please make sure the following items have been
shipped:
Item
Quantity
⚫UPN-APL01 with heatsink (UP Squared Pro Board)
1
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your distributor or sales
representative immediately.
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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 at AAEON.com for the latest version of this
document.
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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. Make sure the power source matches the power rating of the device.
3. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
4. Always completely disconnect the power before working on the system’s
hardware.
5. No connections should be made when the system is powered as a sudden rush
of power may damage sensitive electronic components.
6. 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.
7. Always disconnect this device from any AC supply before cleaning.
8. While cleaning, use a damp cloth instead of liquid or spray detergents.
9. Make sure the device is installed near a power outlet and is easily accessible.
10. Keep this device away from humidity.
11. Place the device on a solid surface during installation to prevent falls
12. Do not cover the openings on the device to ensure optimal heat dissipation.
13. Watch out for high temperatures when the system is running.
14. Do not touch the heat sink or heat spreader when the system is running
15. Never pour any liquid into the openings. This could cause fire or electric shock.
16. 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.
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17. 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
18. DO NOT LEAVE THIS DEVICE IN AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT WITH
TEMPERATURES BEYOND THE DEVICE’S PERMITTED STORAGE TEMPERATURES
(SEE CHAPTER 1) TO PREVENT DAMAGE.
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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.
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China RoHS Requirements (CN)
产品中有毒有害物质或元素名称及含量
AAEON Main Board/ Daughter Board/ Backplane
部件名称
有毒有害物质或元素
铅
(Pb)
汞
(Hg)
镉
(Cd)
六价铬
(Cr(VI))
多溴联苯
(PBB)
多溴二苯醚
(PBDE)
印刷电路板
及其电子组件
○
○
○
○
○
○
外部信号
连接器及线材
○
○
○
○
○
○
O：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在
SJ/T 11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。
X：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出
SJ/T 11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。
备注：此产品所标示之环保使用期限，系指在一般正常使用状况下。
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China RoHS Requirement (EN)
Poisonous or Hazardous Substances or Elements in Products
AAEON Main Board/ Daughter Board/ Backplane
Component
Poisonous or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Lead
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
Chromium
(Cr(VI))
Polybrominated
Biphenyls
(PBB)
Polybrominated
Diphenyl Ethers
(PBDE)
PCB & Other
Components
O
O
O
O
O
○
Wires &
Connectors
for External
Connections
O
O
O
O
O
O
O：The quantity of poisonous or hazardous substances or elements found in each of the
component's parts is below the SJ/T 11363-2006-stipulated requirement.
X: The quantity of poisonous or hazardous substances or elements found in at least one of the
component's parts is beyond the SJ/T 11363-2006-stipulated requirement.
Note: The Environment Friendly Use Period as labeled on this product is applicable under normal
usage only
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications.......................................................................................... 1
1.1 Specifications............................................................................................................ 2
Chapter 2 –Hardware Information ....................................................................................... 4
2.1 Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Jumpers and Connectors....................................................................................... 6
2.3 List of Jumpers and Connectors........................................................................... 8
2.3.1 RTC Battery (CN1)........................................................................................9
2.3.2 M.2 E-Key 2230 Slot (CN7)........................................................................9
2.3.3 SATA Connector (CN9) .............................................................................. 11
2.3.4 SATA Power (CN10)..................................................................................... 11
2.3.5 USB3.2 Gen 1 OTG Port (CN13)................................................................12
2.3.6 USB2.0/ UART 1x10P Wafer (CN16)..........................................................12
2.3.7 FAN (CN17)...................................................................................................13
2.3.8 Dual LAN Port (CN18)................................................................................13
2.3.9 40-pin GPIO (HAT40) (CN20)...................................................................14
2.3.10 CPLD and BIOS update (CN22)...............................................................15
2.3.11 DC Jack (CN23) ...........................................................................................16
2.3.12 HDMI/ DP Dual Port (CN24) ....................................................................16
2.3.13 eDP Connector (CN26)..............................................................................17
2.3.14 M.2 B-Key 3042/3052 Slot (CN27)..........................................................18
2.3.15 M.2 M-Key 2280 Slot (CN28) ..................................................................20
2.3.16 Audio Jack (CN29) ......................................................................................21
2.3.17 PWR Select 12V (CN31).............................................................................22
2.3.18 PWR Select 24V (CN32) ...........................................................................22
2.3.19 Front Panel Connector (CN34) ...............................................................22
2.3.20 RS232/ 422/ 485 1x10P Wafer (COM1) ..................................................23
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2.3.21 RS232/ 422/ 485 1x10P Wafer (COM2) .................................................23
2.3.22 SIM Card Slot (SIM1)..................................................................................24
2.3.23 Power Button (SW1)...................................................................................24
2.3.39 USB3.2 Gen 1 Triple Port (3x Type A) (USB1) ........................................25
2.4 Connector Index....................................................................................................26
Chapter 3 –Drivers Installation............................................................................................ 28
3.1 Driver Download and Installation.......................................................................29
3.2 Unknown Device Troubleshooting.....................................................................29
Appendix A –UP Framework SDK Installation ......................................................................1
A.1 Introduction ..............................................................................................................2
A.2 Installation for Windows 10.................................................................................... 2
A.3 Installation for Windows IoT Core........................................................................ 5
Appendix B –Cables and Connectors ................................................................................... 1
B.1 Cables and Connectors.......................................................................................... 2
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications
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1.1 Specifications
System
Processor
Intel® Pentium® N4200/ Celeron® N3350/
Atom™ E3950 Processor SoC
Graphics
Intel® Gen 9 HD, supporting 4K Codec
Decode and Encode for HEVC4, H.264, VP8
I/O
HDMI x 1
DP x 1
COM port (RS422/RS232/RS485) x 2
Audio Jack x 1
Camera
—
USB
USB 2.0 x 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 OTG x 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type A) x 3
Expansion
40 pin GPIO x 1
M.2 2230 E-key x 1
M.2 2280 M-key x 1
SATA III (6.0 Gbps) x 1
M.2 3042/3052 B-key x 1
RTC
Yes
Power
12V-24V DC-in (Lockable plug)/ Phoenix
connector (optional)
Dimension
10.16cm x 10.16cm
Memory
2GB (single channel) LPDDR4
4GB/8GB (dual channel) LPDDR4
Storage
eMMC 32 GB / 64 GB
Display Interface
eDP
Ethernet
Gigabit Ethernet (full speed) RJ-45 x 2
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System
OS Support
Microsoft Windows 10 (full), Windows IOT Core
Linux: Ubuntu 18.04.5, Ubuntu 20.04.1
Yocto3.1
Operating Temperature
With fan: 32°F ~ 140°F (0°C ~ 60°C)
With heatsink: 32° ~ 122°F (0°C ~ 50°C)
Operation Humidity
0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Certification
CE/FCC Class A, RoHS Compliant, REACH
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Chapter 2
Chapter 2 –Hardware Information
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2.1 Dimensions
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2.2 Jumpers and Connectors
Top:
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Bottom:
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2.3 List of Jumpers and Connectors
Please refer to the table below for all of the board’s jumpers that you can configure for
your application
Label
Function
CN1
RTC Battery Connector
CN7
M.2 E-Key 2230 Slot
CN9
SATA Connector
CN10
SATA Power
CN13
USB3.2 Gen 1 OTG (Type C) Port
CN16
USB2.0/ UART 1x10P Wafer
CN17
Fan Connector
CN18
Dual LAN Port
CN20
40-pin GPIO (HAT40)
CN22
CPLD and BIOS update
CN23
DC Jack
CN24
HDMI + DP Port
CN26
eDP Connector
CN27
M.2 B-Key 3042/3052 Slot
CN28
M.2 M-Key 2280 Slot
CN29
Audio Jack
CN31
PWR Select (12V)
CN32
PWR Select (24V)
CN34
Front Panel
COM1
RS232/ 422/ 485 1x10P Wafer
COM2
RS232/ 422/ 485 1x10P Wafer
SIM1
SIM Card Slot
SW1
Power Button
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