FabiaTech Fanless Series User manual

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IPC Solution
Website: http://www.fabiatech.com
Email: [email protected]
Small Cube System
Fanless Series
FX5420 User’ Manual
JUNE 2007
Version: 1.0
Part Number: FX5420

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Copyright
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Disclaimer
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contained in it from time to time without prior notice of any kind from time to time.
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Technical Support
If you have problems or difficulties in using the system or setting up the relevant
devices, and software that are not explained in this manual, please contact our
service engineer for service, or send email to [email protected].
Returning Your Board for Service & Technical Support
If your board requires servicing, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
product for service information. You can help assure efficient servicing of your
product by following these guidelines:
 A list of your name, address, telephone, facsimile number, or email address
where you may be reached during the day
 Description of you peripheral attachments
 Description of your software (operating system, version, application
software, etc.) and BIOS configuration
 Description of the symptoms (Extract wording any message)
For updated BIOS, drivers, manuals, or product information, please visit us at
www.fabiatech.com

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Table of Contents
FX5420 User’ Manual .............................................................................................................i
Chapter 1 Introducing the FX5420 System ............................................................................... 1
Overview..................................................................................................................................1
Series Comparison Table.......................................................................................................2
Layout.......................................................................................................................................3
Specifications..........................................................................................................................4
Packing List..............................................................................................................................5
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ............................................................................................... 7
Before Installation...................................................................................................................7
Removing Covers –Installing HDD or Compact Flash ...................................8
Installing the L-type universal fixers on FX5420 ...............................................9
Installing Memory: DIMM Socket for DDR Modules......................................10
LED Indicators (On the Front Panel)...............................................................10
Connecting the Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse.........................................11
Connecting the COM ports............................................................................12
Connecting the LAN ports and USB Ports .....................................................12
Connecting the DC Power and Power Switch ............................................13
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup............................................................................................................... 15
Overview................................................................................................................................15
BIOS Functions ...................................................................................................16
Keyboard Convention .....................................................................................17
Main Setup ............................................................................................................................18
Advanced Setup..................................................................................................................19
CPU Configuration............................................................................................19
IDE Configuration..............................................................................................19
SuperIO Configuration.....................................................................................22
Hardware Health Configuration.....................................................................23
PCIPnP Setup.........................................................................................................................23
Boot Setup.............................................................................................................................26
Boot Setting Configuration..............................................................................27
Boot Device.......................................................................................................28

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Security setup........................................................................................................................30
Chipset Setup........................................................................................................................32
Northbridge Configuration..............................................................................32
Southbridge Configuration..............................................................................33
Power Management ...........................................................................................................35
Power Management/APM..............................................................................35
Chapter 4 Software Installation ............................................................................................... 37
VGA Drivers ...........................................................................................................................37
WINDOWS XP Driver..........................................................................................37
LAN Utility & Driver................................................................................................................37
AES Drivers .............................................................................................................................38
WINDOWS XP Driver..........................................................................................38
BIOS Flash Utility.....................................................................................................................38
Watchdog Timer...................................................................................................................39
Watchdog Timer Setting..................................................................................40
Watchdog Timer Enabled ...............................................................................41
Watchdog Timer Trigger ..................................................................................41
Watchdog Timer Disabled...............................................................................42
Chapter 5 Technical Reference .............................................................................................. 43
Trouble Shooting for Post Beep and Error Messages.......................................................43
POST BEEP...........................................................................................................43
Error Message....................................................................................................43
Technical Reference............................................................................................................46
Physical and Environmental............................................................................46
Real-Time Clock and Non-Volatile RAM .......................................................46
CMOS RAM Map...............................................................................................48
I/O Port Address Map.......................................................................................49
Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ)...........................................................................50
DMA Channel Map..........................................................................................51
DMA Controller 2........................................................................................................51
Serial Ports ..........................................................................................................52
Appendix................................................................................................................................... 56
Dimension..............................................................................................................................56

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Chapter1IntroducingtheFX5420System
Overview
The FX5420 is a compact size embedded system with AMD Geode™ low power LX-
800 processor board inside. This user’s manual provides information on the physical
features, installation, and BIOS setup of the FX5420.
Built to unleash the total potential of the AMD Geode™ Processor, support 500 MHz
CPU, this system supports four 10/100M interface network port, 1 DIMM socket with
256MB DDR RAM, Two USB2.0 ports, and a VGA controller.
Each FX5420 has one RS-232C port are available.
The FX5420 is perfect for Internet Router, VPN Gateway, firewall, Mail Server, WBT,
and small Embedded Control. The unit is only 130.0mm(D) x 200.0mm(W) x
44.2mm(H), offering unparalleled performance in a very small footprint.

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SeriesComparisonTable
Model FX5420
Processor AMD Geode™ LX800 (500MHz)
Chipset AMD Geode™ CS5536
1-DIMM Socket (Max.) 256MB/1GB
CRT VGA Yes
Watchdog Timer Yes
Multi I/O One RS232C
Enhanced IDE One
CF (Compare Flash Socket) One
USB2.0 Two
RJ45 Ethernet
(10/100M Base-TX) Four
Dimensions (Unit: mm) 130.0 (D) x 200.0 (W) x 44.2 (H)

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Layout
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POWER
STATUS
HDD 123
LAN
ACTIVE
LINK
HDD
POWER
STATUS
ACTIVE
LINK
LAN
4321
/
OFF
ON
SWITCH DC IN
KB/MOUSE
COM
VGA
USB
LAN

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Specifications
 Processor Board –
AMD Low Power Geode™ LX800 (500MHz) CPU with 256MB DDR RAM.
 I/O Outlets –
Four 10 / 100M Ethernet with RJ-45 ports.
One Serials RS-232 with DB9 ports and two USB ports (V2.0).
One CRT and one PS/2 compatible keyboard and mouse interfaces.
One DC-In plug connector and one power switch.
One power LED and hard disk/ Compact Flash access LED, one user
defined state LED and eight LAN LEDs
One Push Button reset switch.
 Storage Bay-
One Compact Flash slot for Compare Flash Module or Micro Drivers
One 2.5" hard disk space.
 Power requirement –
+12 ~ +24V DC with 15% tolerance, 10VA maximum with 2.5” HDD and 19V
input voltage..
 Dimensions (1U height)-
130.0mm(D) x 200.0mm(W) x 44.2mm(H)

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PackingList
Upon receiving the package, verify the following things. Should any of the
mentioned happens, contact us for immediate service.
• Unpack and inspect the FX5420 package for possible damage that may
occur during the delivery process.
• Verify the accessories in the package according to the packing list and see
if there is anything missing or incorrect package is included.
• If the cable(s) you use to install the FX5420 is not supplied from us, please
make sure the specification of the cable(s) is compatible with the FX5420
system.
Note: after you install the FX5420, it is recommended that you keep the diskette or
CD that contains drivers and document files, and keep the document
copies, or unused cables in the carton for future use.
The following lists the accessories that may be included in your FX5420 package.
Some accessories are optional items that are only shipped upon order.
• One FX5420 embedded system.
• One AC to DC power adapter and one AC power code cable.
• One 44-pin flat cable and 4 screws for fixing and connecting a 2.5" HDD
driver.
• One Y-type (3-end) PS/2 keyboard plus mouse port adapter cable.
• Two L-type universal fixers and 6 screws.
• One compact disc includes software utility.

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Chapter2HardwareInstallation
This chapter introduces the system connectors & jumper settings, and guides you to
apply them for field application.
BeforeInstallation
Before you install the system, make sure you follow the following descriptions.
1. Before removing the cover, shut down the operation System and disconnect
power switch to off and unplug AC-to DC Adapter cable.
2. Install or unplug any connector, Compact Flash, and hard disk be sure that the
power is disconnected or power switch to off from the system. If not, this may
damage the system.
3. The ESD (Electricity Static Discharge) may be created from human body that
touches the board. It may do damage to the board circuit.

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 Removing Covers –Installing HDD or Compact Flash
If you are installing hardware option, you can remove the bottom cover.The
following figure will guide you how to install 2.5" HDD inside the FX5420 and how to
install the FX5420 fixers.
Note: Use caution when handling the hard disk to prevent damage to IDE
connector as you insert hard disk.
Be careful with the pin orientation when installing connectors and the cables. A
wrong connection can easily destroy your hard disk. CN3 is used to connect a
2.5" HDD with included 44-pin flat-cable or 44-pin DiskOnModule directly.

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 Installing Compact Flash
If you are installing Compact Flash modules you need to remove a bottom cover.
(Please see the spots circled.)
 Installing the L-type universal fixers on FX5420
Please refer to the left side figure for installing the FX5420 with L-type universal fixers.
Note: The CN2 Compact Flash socket supports 3.3V Compact Flash and Micro
Drives. The JP2 is used to select master/slave device of this socket and default is
slave (close). Be sure to avoid the same master/slave setting with which
connects to IDE connector, if you use CF and IDE hard disk simultaneous.

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 Installing Memory: DIMM Socket for DDR Modules
You may extend additional memory to FX5420 by removing the bottom cover, See
as following figure and rear pictures. The DIMM socket supports 128MB to 1GB of
DDR RAM modules.
 LED Indicators (On the Front Panel)
The Power LED, HDD LED and Status LED’s have two distinctive statuses: Off for
inactive operation and blinking light for activity. And the 8 LED’s for LAN ports. The
down side LED (Yellow) indicates data is being accessed and the up side LED’s
(Green) indicates on-line status. (On indicates on-line and off indicates off-line)
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POWER
STATUS
HDD 123
LAN
ACTIVE
LINK
HDD
POWER
STATUS
ACTIVE
LINK
LAN
Note: Status LED – The I/O port A22h bit 1 can define the status LED to
Light/Blinking Status. When I/O Port A22h Bit 1 is set to1, the status LED is inactive.
When I/O port A22h Bit 1 is set to 0, the status LED is active.

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 Connecting the Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse
To connector the peripheral control devices and monitor to the FX5420, refer to the
following procedure.
4321
/
OFF
ON
SWITCH DC IN
KB/MOUSE
COM
VGA
USB
LAN
 A VGA connector is provided for CRT display
DB15 Signal
1 Red
2 Green
3 Blue
13 Hsync
14 Vsync
12 DDC Data
15 DDC Clock
5 & 10 Digital Ground
6,7,8 Analog Ground
Others Not Used
Note: The JP3 can define to select CRT (V-Sync & H-Sync) to ON or OFF mode.
When remove the JP3-1,2 jumper the CRT is inactive. When set to JP3-1, 2 closes
(default), the CRT is active. Or set to JP3-2,3 closes by software program control
CRT on or off mode, The I/O port A22h bit 0 can define to select CRT (V-Sync &
H-Sync) to On OR off mode. When I/O Port A22h Bit 0 is set to1, the CRT is active.
When I/O port A22h Bit 0 is set to 0, the CRT is not active.

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 The connector uses the included adapter cable you can attach standard
PS/2 type keyboard and mouse. Standard PS/2 keyboard can be plugged
into this connector without any adapter cable. If PS/2 keyboard and mouse
will be used simultaneously, a Y-type (3-terminal) adapter cable is needed.
 Connecting the COM ports
The DB9 (COM1) is standard serials port connector. The following tables show the
signal connections of these connectors.
 Connecting the LAN ports and USB Ports
The RJ45 connector with 2 LED’s for LAN. The right side LED (orange) indicates data
is being accessed and the left side LED (green) indicates on-line status. (On
indicates on-line and off indicates off-line)
DB-9 RS-232 Signal
1 -DCD2
6 -DSR2
2 RXD2
7 -RTS2
3 -TXD2
8 -CTS2
4 -DTR2
9 -RI2
5 Ground
Case Case Ground
LAN1~LAN4 Signal LAN1~LAN4 Signal
1 TPTX+ 5 FBG1
2 TPTX - 6 TPRX -
3 TPRX+ 7 FBG2
4 FBG1 8 FBG2
RJ45 connector
(Front View)
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The following lists the pin assignment of RJ45
Pin Description
1 Mouse Data
2 Keyboard Data
3 Ground
4 VCC
5 Mouse Clock
6 Keyboard Clock

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 The FX5420 supports a two port USB connector. Any USB device can be
attached to USB ports with plug-and-play supported.
 Connecting the DC Power and Power Switch
Power is supplied through an external AC/DC power adapter or power DC In.
Check the technical specification section for information about AC/DC power
input voltage. See following figure and a side pictures.
 DC-Power Jack: Use External AC/DC power adapter
Since the switch does include a power switch, plugging its power adapter into a
power outlet then switch power to on, when you final installed system hardware
device.
USB#1/2 Signal
1 USBV
2 USBD-
3 USBD+
4 USBG
ON
OFF
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The following lists the pin assignment of USB port
DC +12~+24V, 15% tolerance
20VA minimum
On: Power On
Off: Power Off

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Chapter3BIOSSetup
This chapter describes the BIOS setup.
Overview
BIOS are a program located on a Flash memory chip on a circuit board. It is used
to initialize and set up the I/O peripherals and interface cards of the system, which
includes time, date, hard disk drive, the ISA bus and connected devices such as
the video display, diskette drive, and the keyboard. This program will not be lost
when you turn off the system.
The BIOS provides a menu-driven interface to the console subsystem. The console
subsystem contains special software, called firmware that interacts directly with the
hardware components and facilitates interaction between the system hardware
and the operating system.
The BIOS default values ensure that the system will function at its normal capability.
In the worst situation the user may have corrupted the original settings set by the
manufacturer.
All the changes you make will be saved in the system RAM and will not be lost after
power-off.
When you start the system, the BIOS will perform a self-diagnostics test called Power
On Self Test (POST) for all the attached devices, accessories, and the system. Press
the [Del] key to enter the BIOS Setup program, and then the main menu will show
on the screen.
Note: Change the parameters when you fully understand their functions and
subsequence.