AXIOMTEK IPC912 Series User manual

IPC912 Series
Industrial & Fanless Computers
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, and any
liability arising from such use.
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product at any time without notice.
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written permission of Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
©Copyright 2011 Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
All Rights Reserved
Oct. 2011, Version A2
Printed in Taiwan

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Safety Precautions
Before getting started, please read the following important safety
precautions.
1. The IPC912 Series does not come equipped with an
operating system. An operating system must be loaded first
before installing any software into the computer.
2. Be sure to ground yourself to prevent static charge when
installing the internal components. Use a grounding wrist
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 IPC912 Series before
making any installation. Be sure both the system and the
external devices are turned OFF. Sudden surge of power
could ruin sensitive components. Make sure the IPC912
Series is properly grounded.
4. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before
connecting the equipment to the power outlet.
5. Turn OFF the 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 this equipment in an uncontrolled environment
where the storage temperature is below -20℃or above 80℃.
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 to discharge any static electricity
on your 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: IPX0
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
5. Type of protection against electric shock: Class I equipment
General Cleaning Tips
You may need the following precautions before you begin to clean the
computer. When you clean any single part or component for the
computer, please read and understand the details below fully.
When you need to clean the device, please rub it with a piece of dry
cloth.
1. Be cautious of the tiny removable components when you use
a vacuum cleaner to absorb the dirt on the floor.
2. Turn the system off before you start to clean up the
component or computer.
3. Never drop the components inside the computer or get circuit
board damp or wet.
4. Be cautious of all kinds of cleaning solvents or chemicals
when you use it for the sake of cleaning. Some individuals
may be allergic to the ingredients.
5. Try not to put any food, drink or cigarette around the
computer.
Cleaning Tools:
Although many companies have created products to help improve the
process of cleaning your computer and peripherals users can also
use household items to clean their computers and peripherals. Below
is a listing of items you may need or want to use while cleaning your
computer or computer peripherals.
Keep in mind that some components in your computer may only be
able to be cleaned using a product designed for cleaning that
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zCloth: 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, we still recommend you to rub it
with a piece of cloth.
zWater or rubbing alcohol: You may moisten a piece of cloth a
bit with some water or rubbing alcohol and rub it on the
computer. Unknown solvents may be harmful to the plastics
parts.
zVacuum cleaner: Absorb the dust, dirt, hair, cigarette
particles, and other particles out of a computer can be one of
the best methods of cleaning a computer. Over time these
items can restrict the airflow in a computer and cause
circuitry to corrode.
zCotton swabs: Cotton swaps moistened with rubbing alcohol
or water are excellent tools for wiping hard to reach areas in
your keyboard, mouse, and other locations.
zFoam swabs: Whenever possible it is better to use lint free
swabs such as foam swabs.
Note It is strongly recommended that you should shut down
the system before you 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 device
5. Pull out power cable

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Scrap Computer Recycling
If the computer equipments need the maintenance or are beyond
repair, we strongly recommended that you should inform your
Axiomtek distributor as soon as possible for the suitable solution. For
the computers that are no longer useful or no longer working well,
please contact your Axiomtek distributor for recycling and we will
make the proper arrangement.
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 are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
SST is a trademark of Silicon Storage Technology, Inc.
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.....................................................iv
Scrap Computer Recycling.............................................vi
CHAPTER 1............................................................................ 1
INTRODUCTION ................................................................ 1
1.1 General Description..........................................2
1.2 System Specifications......................................3
1.2.1 Main CPU Board........................................................ 3
1.2.2 I/O System ................................................................ 3
1.2.3 System Specification............................................... 4
1.3 Dimensions .......................................................5
1.4 I/O Outlets..........................................................6
1.5 Jumper Settings................................................7
1.6 Packing List.....................................................12
CHAPTER 2.......................................................................... 13
HARDWARE INSTALLATION ...................................... 13
2.1 Installing the Processor.................................13
2.2 Installing the Memory Module .......................17
2.3 Installing the Hard Disk Drive........................19
2.4 Installing the PCI or PCIe Card......................21
CHAPTER 3.......................................................................... 23
AMI BIOS UTILITY ........................................................... 23
3.1 Starting............................................................23
3.2 Navigation Keys..............................................23
3.3 The Main Menu................................................24
3.4 Advanced BIOS Features...............................25
3.5 PCI PnP Menu .................................................43

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3.6 Boot Menu .......................................................45
3.7 Security Menu ................................................. 48
3.8 EXIT Menu .......................................................54
Appendix A.......................................................................... 56
CAN BUS Module Introduce............................................ 56

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MEMO

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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
This chapter contains general information and a detailed specification
of the IPC912 Series. Chapter 1 includes the following sections:
General Description
System Specification
Dimensions
I/O Outlets
Package List

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1.1 General Description
The IPC912 Series is a fanless system that can support Socket P for
Intel®CoreTM 2 Duo/Celeron®M processors. The IPC912 Series
supports Windows®XP, and Windows®XP embedded, Vista, and
Fedora, suitable for the most endurable operation.
Reliable and Stable Design
The IPC912 Series adopts two anti-vibration hard-drive bays, which
makes it especially suitable for vibration environments, best for
industrial automation, digital signage and gaming application.
¾Embedded O.S. Supported
The IPC912 Series not only supports Windows®XP, but also
supports embedded OS, such as Windows®XP embedded. For
storage device, the IPC912 Series supports one 2.5" HDD driver
bay and one onboard CompactFlash™socket.

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1.2 System Specifications
1.2.1 Main CPU Board
zCPU
Socket P Intel®CoreTM 2 Duo/Celeron®M processors
zSystem Chipset
Intel®GM45+ICH9M chipset
zBIOS
AMI BIOS, with Smart View and Customer CMOS Backup.
zSystem Memory
Two 204-pin DDR3 800/1066 MHz SODIMM sockets, with
maximum up to 8GB
zFeatures
Fanless Operation
Compact & Front IO design
Supports Two expansion slots
DC to DC power supply support 10V to 30V
1.2.2 I/O System
zStandard I/O Interface -- Front
ATX power on/off switch
One 2-pin connector output for remote power on/off switch
10VDC to 30VDC with phoenix power plug or External 150W
AC Adapter
Six USB 2.0 ports
HDD access/Power LEDs
Three RS232(COM 2/3/4)
One RS232/422/485(COM 1)
One VGA connector
Two 10/100 LAN ports

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zExpansion Slot
HAB100: One PCIex1 & 1 PCIex4 or 2 PCIex1
HAB103: One PCI & One PCIex4
HAB102: One PCIex4 & One PCI-X
NOTE The maximum power rating for expansion slots at
45℃can not be exceeded the following values
+5V+5Vsb+3.3V<34W
+5V+3.3V+12V<48W
1.2.3 System Specification
zDrive Capacity
Supports One 2.5” HDD driver bay; one onboard
CompactFlash™Socket
zPower Input
10VDC to 30VDC with phoenix power plug
External 150W AC Adapter
– Power Input : 100VAC to 240VAC
– Power Output : 1[email protected]
zOperation Temperature
Ambient with air flow: 0℃~ 45℃
zStorage Temperature
-20℃~ 80℃
zHumidity
10% ~ 90% (Non-condensing)
zDimensions
142mm (5.6”) (W) x 248 mm (9.7”) (D) x 185mm (7.3”) (H)
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
IPC912 Series.

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1.4 I/O Outlets
The following figures show you I/O outlets on front and rear panels of
the IPC912 Series.
Front Panel
1. Ethernet x 2
2. VGA Port
3. USB 2.0 x 2
4. LED for Power & HDD
5. ATX Power Switch
6. Power Connector (Din Jack or Phoenix Plug)
7. RS-232(COM2/3/4)
RS-232/422/485(COM1)
(Optional: user can use COM2 as a CAN BUS
Module)
8. Remote power switch
9. USB 2.0 x 4

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1.5 Jumper Settings
The IPC912 has a number of jumpers inside the chassis that allow you
to configure your system to suit your application. The table below lists
the functions of the various jumpers.
These jumpers select the COM1 port’s communication
mode to operate RS-232 or RS-422/485.
Description Function Jumper Setting
RS-232
(Default) JP1
JP2 JP3
RS-422 JP1 JP2
JP3
COM1
RS-485 JP1 JP2
JP3

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These jumpers select the COM1, COM2 ports’DCD and
RI mode.
Description Function Jumper Setting
Pin 1=12V
Pin 1=5V
*Pin 1=DCD
(Default)
Pin 8=12V
Pin 8=5V
COM1 DCD & RI
Voltage Selection
(JP6)
*Pin 8=RI
(Default)

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Description Function Jumper Setting
Pin 1=12V
Pin 1=5V
*Pin 1=DCD
(Default)
Pin 8=12V
Pin 8=5V
COM2 DCD & RI
Voltage Selection
(JP5)
*Pin 8=RI
(Default)
NOTE: If you are using COM2 as a CAN Bus module, please
refer to Appedix A.

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CompactFlash™ Device Setting Jumper (JP8~11)
Jumper Description Jumper Setting Description Jumper Setting
CF Device
Enable (Default) Disable
ComplactFlash™ Voltage Selection Jumper (JP12)
This jumper is to select the voltage for CompactFlashTM interface.
Description Function Jumper Setting
3.3V (Default)
CompactFlashTM
Voltage Selection
5V
CMOS Clear Jumper (JP19)
You may need to use this jumper to clear the CMOS memory if
incorrect settings in the Setup Utility.
Description Function Jumper Setting
Normal (Default) CMOS Clear
Clear CMOS