AXIOMTEK eBOX638-842-FL-2 PCIe User manual

eBOX638-842-FL Series
Embedded System
User’s Manual

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Disclaimers
This manual has been carefully checked and believed to contain accurate information.
Axiomtek Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for any infringements of patents or any third
party’s rights, or any liability arising from such uses.
Axiomtek does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy,
completeness or usefulness of any information in this document. Axiomtek does not make any
commitment to update any information in this manual.
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without notice.
No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in
any forms or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, among others,
without prior written permissions of Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
Copyright 2018 Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
All Rights Reserved
November 2018, Version A2
Printed in Taiwan

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Safety Precautions
Before getting started, please read the following important safety precautions.
1. The eBOX638-842-FL does not come with an operating system which must be loaded
first before installation of any software into the computer.
2. Be sure to ground yourself to prevent static charge when installing any internal
components. Use a wrist grounding strap and place all electronic components in any
static-shielded devices. Most electronic components are sensitive to static electrical
charge.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the eBOX638-842-FL prior to making any installation.
Be sure both the system and all external devices are turned OFF. Sudden surge of
power could ruin sensitive components. Make sure the eBOX638-842-FL is properly
grounded.
4. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting it to any power
outlet.
5. Turn Off system power before cleaning. Clean the system using a cloth only. Do not
spray any liquid cleaner directly onto the screen.
6. Do not leave equipment in an uncontrolled environment where the storage temperature
is below -40℃or above 80℃as it may damage the equipment.
7. Do not open the system’s back cover. If opening the cover for maintenance is a must,
only a trained technician is allowed to do so. Integrated circuits on computer boards are
sensitive to static electricity. To avoid damaging chips from electrostatic discharge,
observe the following precautions:
Before handling a board or integrated circuit, touch an unpainted portion of the
system unit chassis for a few seconds. This will help discharge any static electricity on
human body.
When handling boards and components, wear a wrist grounding strap available from
most electronic component stores.

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Classification
1. Degree of production against electric shock : not classified
2. Degree of protection against the ingress of water : IP40
3. Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air
or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
4. Mode of operation : Continuous

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General Cleaning Tips
Please keep the following precautions in mind while understanding the details fully before and
during any cleaning of the computer and any components within.
A piece of dry cloth is ideal to clean the device.
1. Be cautious of any tiny removable components when using a vacuum cleaner to absorb
dirt on the floor.
2. Turn the system off before clean up the computer or any components within.
3. Avoid dropping any components inside the computer or getting circuit board damp or wet.
4. For cleaning, be cautious of all kinds of cleaning solvents or chemicals which may cause
allergy to certain individuals.
5. Keep foods, drinks or cigarettes away from the computer.
Cleaning Tools:
Although many companies have created products to help improve the process of cleaning
computer and peripherals, users can also use house hold items accordingly for cleaning.
Listed below are items available for cleaning computer or computer peripherals.
Pay special attention to components requiring designated products for cleaning as
mentioned below.
Cloth: A piece of cloth is the best tool to use when rubbing up a component. Although
paper towels or tissues can be used on most hardware as well, it is recommended to use
a piece of cloth.
Water or rubbing alcohol: A piece of cloth may be somewhat moistened with water or
rubbing alcohol before being rubbed on the computer. Unknown solvents may be harmful
to plastic parts.
Absorb dust, dirt, hair, cigarette and other particles outside of a computer can be one of
the best methods of cleaning a computer. Over time these items may restrict the airflow
in a computer and cause circuitry to corrode.
Cotton swabs: Cotton swaps moistened with rubbing alcohol or water are applicable to
reach areas in keyboard, mouse and other areas.
Foam swabs: If possible, it is better to use lint free swabs such as foam swabs.
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【Note】: It is strongly recommended that customer should shut down the system before
start to clean any single components.
Please follow the steps below:
1. Close all application programs;
2. Close operating software;
3. Turn off power switch;
4. Remove all devices;
5. Pull out power cable.

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Scrap Computer Recycling
Please inform the nearest Axiomtek distributor as soon as possible for suitable solutions in
case computers require maintenance or repair; or for recycling in case computers are out of
order.
Trademarks Acknowledgments
Axiomtek is a trademark of Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
IBM, PC/AT, PS/2, VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation. Intel®and Pentium®are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
MS-DOS, Microsoft C and QuickBasic, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8,
Windows 7, Windows XPE, Windows XP, Windows CE embedded, Linux are
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other brand names and trademarks are the properties and registered brands of their
respective owners.

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Table of Contents
Disclaimers.............................................................................................................ii
Safety Precautions................................................................................................iii
Classification......................................................................................................... iv
General Cleaning Tips ........................................................................................... v
Scrap Computer Recycling.................................................................................. vi
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................1
1.1 General Description ...........................................................................1
1.2 System Specifications.......................................................................2
1.2.1 CPU ...................................................................................................................2
1.2.2 I/O System ........................................................................................................2
1.2.3 System Specification.......................................................................................3
1.2.4 Driver CD Content............................................................................................3
1.3 Dimensions...........................................................................................4
1.3.1 System Dimension...........................................................................................4
1.3.2 Wall mount Bracket Dimension......................................................................5
1.4 I/O Outlets.............................................................................................6
1.5 Packing List..........................................................................................7
1.6 Model List..............................................................................................7
SECTION 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION...........................................................9
2.1 Installation of the Memory Module.................................................9
2.2 Installation of the Express Mini Card ..........................................10
2.3 Installation of the 2.5" SATA Device............................................11
2.4 Installation of the PCI/PCIe Card ..................................................12
2.5 Installation of the Flexible IO modules .......................................13
SECTION 3 JUMPER & CONNECTOR SETTINGS..........................................15
3.1 Board Layout......................................................................................15
3.2 Summary of Jumper settings ........................................................18
3.2.1 Clear CMOS (CLR_CMOS) ............................................................................19
3.2.2 AT/ATX Power Mode Select (JP4) ................................................................19
3.2.3 COM 1 RS-232/422/485 Mode Select (JP5, JP6, JP7)..................................20
3.2.4 COM 2 RS-232/422/485 Mode Select (JP8, JP9, JP10)................................20
3.2.5 COM 3 Data/Power Select (JP11) .................................................................20
3.3 Connectors .........................................................................................21
3.3.1DC-in Phoenix Power Connector .................................................................22
3.3.2ATX Power On/OFF Button...........................................................................22
3.3.3PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (CN16)............................................22
3.3.4 VGA Connector (CN8) ....................................................................................23

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3.3.5COM Serial Port Connector (CN18)..............................................................23
3.3.6LAN and USB Connectors (CN24 and CN25) ..............................................24
3.3.7 HDMI Connector (CN29)................................................................................26
3.3.8Internal USB Header (CN3)............................................................................26
3.3.9 USB 3.0 Internal Connector ..........................................................................27
3.3.10 Audio Jack (CN30).........................................................................................27
3.3.11 SATA Connectors (CN4) ...............................................................................27
3.3.12Full-size PCI-Express Mini Card Connector (CN27)...................................28
3.3.13 mSATA Slot (CN28) .......................................................................................28
SECTION 4 BIOS SETUP UTILITY......................................................................29
4.1 Starting ................................................................................................29
4.2 Navigation Keys.................................................................................29
4.3 Main Menu...........................................................................................30
4.4 Advanced Menu.................................................................................31
4.5 Chipset Menu .....................................................................................43
4.6 Security Menu....................................................................................46
4.7 Boot Menu...........................................................................................47
4.8 Save & Exit Menu..............................................................................48
APPENDIX A BIOS Flash Utility..........................................................................51

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SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
This section contains general information and detailed specifications of the eBOX638-842-
FL.Section 1 consist of the following sub-sections:
General Descriptions
System Specifications
Dimensions
I/O Outlets
Packing List
Model List
1.1 General Description
The eBOX638-842-FL is an embedded system that supports onboard Intel®Celeron™ J1900
SoC (2M Cache, 2.0 GHz) processor. To fulfill different application needs, the flexible
embedded system supports Windows 7, WES7 and Windows®10, and it can be wall-mounted
by optional requests. It features fan less design with full feature I/O, one 204-pin unbuffered
SO-DIMM socket for singe channel DDR3L-1333/1066 MHz memory, and enhanced system
dependability by built-in Watchdog Timer.
Features
Intel®Celeron®Processor J1900 2.0 GHz
Fanless operation design with full feature I/O
HDMI and VGA with dual-view supported
6 USB, 2 GbE and 1 Mini PCIe
Flexible I/O Window supported

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Dual PCI or PCIe expansion slots
9~36 VDC wide range power input
Reliable and Stable Design
The eBOX638-842-FL adopts the advanced cooling system and supporting the 2.5"
HDD/SSD, which makes it especially suitable for vibration environments, best for
industrial automation, digital signage and gaming application.
Embedded O.S. Supported
The eBOX638-842-FL with quad core platform supports not only Windows 7, Windows
10 but also WES7 and Windows 10 IoT.
1.2 System Specifications
1.2.1 CPU
CPU
Onboard Intel®Celeron™ J1900 Quad core SoC processor
(2M Cache, 2.0 GHz)
BIOS
AMI 64Mb SPI ROM.
System Memory
Maximum to 8GB DDR3L 1333/1066 MHz memory
One 204-pin DDR3L SO-DIMM sockets
1.2.2 I/O System
1 x VGA (Supports max resolution 2560x1600@60Hz)
1 x HDMI (Supports max resolution 1920x1080@60Hz)
2 x RS-232/422/485 (COM1/COM2)
2 x RS-232 (COM3/COM4)
1 x Flexible I/O Window (default : 2 x DB9 half cut bracket)
1 x Audio (Mic-in/Line-out) with Realtek ALC662
1 x PS/2 Keyboard & 1 x PS/2 Mouse
2 x 10/100/1000Mbps RJ45 Realtek RTL8111F Ethernet
5 x USB 2.0
1 x USB 3.0
2 x SMA opening for antenna
1 x 2.5" HDD/SSD driver bay (max. up to 15 mm height)
1 x 9~36 V DC power input connector
1 x ATX power button
1 x Reset button

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2 x 32bit/33MHz PCI slots (Total max 10W for usage) or 2 x PCIe x1 slots
(Total max 18W for usage)
1.2.3 System Specification
Watchdog Timer
1~255 seconds or minutes; up to 255 levels.
Power Supply
9~36 VDC
Operation Temperature
-10℃~ 55℃(14 ºF ~ 131ºF), J1900 with W.T. SSD/DRAM
Humidity
10% ~ 90% (non-condensation)
Vibration Endurance
2Grm w/ SSD(5-500Hz, X, Y, Z directions)
Weight
4.1 kg (9.03 lb) without package
4.8 kg (10.58 lb) with package
Dimensions
192mm(7.56”) (W) x 230mm(9.05”) (D) x 130.8mm(5.14”) (H)
1.2.4 Driver CD Content
Driver
Audio Driver
Chipset Driver
Ethernet Driver
Graphic Driver
USB 3.0 Driver
Trusted Execution Engine Driver
Manual
User Manual
Quick Manual
Note: All specifications and images are subject to change without notice.

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1.3 Dimensions
The following diagrams show you dimensions and outlines of the eBOX638-842-FL.
1.3.1 System Dimension

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1.3.2 Wall mount Bracket Dimension

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1.4 I/O Outlets
The following figures show you I/O outlets on front view of the eBOX638-842-FL.
Front View
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1 x PS/2 KB/MS
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LEDs
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1 x RS-232/422/485 (COM1)
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1 x RS-232 (COM4)
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1 x VGA
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1 x RS-232 (COM3)
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1 x HDMI
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2 x USB 2.0
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1 x LAN1
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1 x 9~36 VDC power input
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3 x USB 2.0
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Grounding
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1 x LAN2
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1 x USB 3.0
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1 x Audio (Mic-in/Lin-out)
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2 x PCI slots or 2 x PCIe x1 slots
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1 x ATX power button
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Flexible IO window
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1 x Reset button
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1 x RS-232/422/485 (COM2)

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1.5 Packing List
The Ebox638-842-FL-2 PCI-DC comes with the following bundle package:
eBOX638-842-FL System Unit x 1
eBOX638-842-FL Quick Manual x 1
DVD x 1 (For Driver and User’s Manual)
Screws pack x 1
Foot pad x 4
2-pin terminal block connector x 1
1 x PCI riser card or 1 x PCIe x1 riser
Note: If you cannot find this package or any items are missing, please contact Axiomtek
distributors immediately.
1.6 Model List
eBOX638-842-FL-2 PCI
Fanless Embedded System with Intel®Celeron®Processor
J1900 2.0 GHz, VGA/HDMI , 4 COM, 6 USB, 2 PCI slots and
9~36 VDC Input
eBOX638-842-FL-2 PCIe
Fanless Embedded System with Intel®Celeron®Processor
J1900 2.0 GHz, VGA/HDMI , 4 COM, 6 USB ,2 PCIe x1 slots
and 9~36 VDC Input
Please contact Axiomtek’s distributors immediately in case any abovementioned items are
missing.

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SECTION 2
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
The eBOX638-842-FL is convenient for your various hardware configurations, such as
Memory Module, HDD (Hard Disk Drive), SSD (Solid State Drive), PCI Express mini Card and
PCI/PCIe x1 slot. Section 2 contains guidelines for hardware installation.
2.1 Installation of the Memory Module
Step 1 Turn off the system, and unplug the power cord.
Step 2 Eight screws on the top heatsink are used to fasten the heatsink to the
chassis.
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Step 3 Open the top cover and located the dual SO-DIMM sockets on main
board.
Step 4 Insert a gold colored contact into the socket and push the module two
end latches till locked.
Step 5 Put the top cover and fasten all screws back onto the system.

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2.2 Installation of the Express Mini Card
Step 1 Turn off the system, and unplug the power cord.
Step 2 Eight screws on the top heatsink are used to fasten the heatsink to the
chassis.
Step 3 Remove the top cover and locate Express Mini card slot within the red
line marked.
Step 4 Slide Mini Card into Mini Card slot with caution, and fasten screw of
Express Mini Card.
Step 5 Assembly the top cover back and fasten all screws.

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2.3 Installation of the 2.5" SATA Device
Step 1 Turn off the system, and unplug the power cord.
Step 2 Eight screws on the top heatsink are used to fasten the heatsink to the
chassis.
Step 3 Locate SSD/HDD within the red block marked at the back side.
Step 4 Connect SATA cable with the SSD/HDD and then fasten four screws at
the back side of chassis.
Step 5 Assembly the top cover back and fasten all screws.

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2.4 Installation of the PCI/PCIe Card
Step 1 Turn off the system.
Step 2 Unplug the power-cord.
Step 3 Turning counterclockwise to loosen the thumb screw as marked and then pull
the lower left cover out.
Step 4 Identify the location of the PCI/PCIe slot as below red marked.
Step 5 Inset the PCI/PCIe card and put the side cover back.