FabiaTech FX5502 User manual

FabiaTech Corporation
IPC Solution
Website: http://www.fabiatech.com
Email: [email protected]
Small Cube System
Fanless Series
FX5502 User’s Manual
JUNE 2007
Version: 1.4
Part Number: FX5502

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Copyright
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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
FX5502 User’s Manual ...........................................................................................................i
Chapter 1 Introducing the FX5502 (A) System......................................................................... 1
Overview..................................................................................................................................1
Series Comparison Table.......................................................................................................2
Layout.......................................................................................................................................3
Specifications..........................................................................................................................4
Packing List..............................................................................................................................5
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ............................................................................................... 7
Before Installation...................................................................................................................7
Installing/Ejecting 2.5” HDD...............................................................................8
Installing Compact Flash ...................................................................................9
Installing Additional Memory: SoDIMM Socket for SDRAM Modules.........10
Installing Mini PCI Card: Mini PCI Socket for WLAN Modules.....................10
LED Indicators (On the Front Panel)...............................................................13
Connecting the Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse ................................................13
Connecting the COM1/COM2 ports and Parallel Port ..............................14
Connecting the LAN ports and USB Ports .....................................................15
Connecting the Audio Microphone In/ Speak Out ....................................15
Connecting the DC Power Jack, Power Switch..........................................16
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup............................................................................................................... 17
Overview................................................................................................................................17
BIOS Functions ............................................................................................................18
Keyboard Convention ..............................................................................................19
STANDARD CMOS SETUP......................................................................................................20
ADVANCED CMOS SETUP....................................................................................................22
ADVANCED CHIPSET SETUP .................................................................................................27
POWER MANAGEMENT........................................................................................................30
PCI/PLUG AND PLAY ............................................................................................................32
PERIPHERAL SETUP.................................................................................................................34
Hardware Monitor Setup.....................................................................................................37
Password Setup.....................................................................................................................38

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Chapter 4 Software Installation ............................................................................................... 39
VGA Drivers ...........................................................................................................................39
WIN98_ME/WINXP_2K Driver.....................................................................................39
Audio Drivers .........................................................................................................................40
WIN 98_ME/WINXP_2K Driver....................................................................................40
VIA 4 In 1 Driver.....................................................................................................................40
WIN 98/2000/XP Driver...............................................................................................40
LAN Utility & Driver...............................................................................................................41
Watchdog Timer...................................................................................................................42
Watchdog Timer Setting...........................................................................................43
Watchdog Timer Enabled ...............................................................................43
Watchdog Timer Trigger ..................................................................................43
Watchdog Timer Disabled...............................................................................43
Chapter5 Error Coding ............................................................................................................. 45
Trouble Shooting for Post Beep and Error Messages.......................................................45
Appendix................................................................................................................................... 49
Dimension..............................................................................................................................49
Technical Reference............................................................................................................50
Physical and Environmental.....................................................................................50
Serial Ports ...................................................................................................................51
Parallel Ports................................................................................................................55

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Chapter1IntroducingtheFX5502(A)System
Overview
The FX5502 (A) is a compact size embedded system with low-power Pentium II
grade CPU module inside. This user’s manual provides information on the physical
features, installation, and BIOS setup of the FX5502 (A).
Built to unleash the total potential of the Intel Ultra low power CPU, Able to support
650 MHz, this system supports dual 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN ports, 256MB SDRAM, 2
USB ports, audio and a VGA controller.
Each FX5502 (A) has two ports for I/O communications. Two RS-232C ports and one
parallel port are available.
The FX5502 (A) is perfect for POS and POI applications, Internet Router, VPN
Gateway, fire wall, Mail Server, WBT, Thin Client and small Embedded Control. The
unit is only 148.0mm (D) X 203.0mm (W) X 55.0mm (H).

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SeriesComparisonTable
Model FX5502 FX5502 A
Processor Intel (ULV) Power CPU-650Mhz
SO-DIMM (Max/Standard.) 512MB/ 256MB
CRT VGA Yes
Watchdog Timer Yes
Multi I/O Two RS232
Enhanced IDE One
USB 1.1 Two
Audio MIC-In/ Audio Out
RJ45 port (10/100Mbps) Two
IDE CF Socket One
Power Connector DC Jack 4 Pin
Dimensions (Unit: mm) 148(D) x 203(W) X 55(H)

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Layout
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Specifications
 Processor Board –
650 MHz Intel Ultra low power CPU with 256MB SDRAM
I/O Outlets –
Two 100/10 base-TX Ethernet ports.
Two RS-232C Ports and two USB ports.
One CRT and one PS/2 compatible keyboard/mouse interface.
One Audio MIC-In and one Audio Line-Out ear-jet connectors.
One DC-In plug connector with power switch.
One power LED, one HDD/CF access LED, and two LAN LEDs.
One mini-PCI socket for mini-PCI I/O modules.
 Storage Bay-
One Compact Flash slot.
One 2.5" hard disk space.
 Power requirement –
+12 ~ +24V DC with 15% tolerance, 20VA maximum with 2.5” HDD and 19V
input voltage.
 Dimensions-
148.0mm(D) x 203.0mm(W) x 55.0mm(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 FX5502 (A) 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 FX5502 (A) is not supplied from us,
please make sure the specification of the cable(s) is compatible with the
FX5502 (A) system.
Note: after you install the FX5502 (A), 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 FX5502 (A) package.
Some accessories are optional items that are only shipped upon order.
• One FX5502 (A) embedded system.
• One AC to DC power adapter and 1 AC power code.
• One Wiring cable for DC12V or 24V power inputs. (Only for FX5502A)
• One Y-type (3-terminal) PS/2 keyboard plus mouse port adapter cable.
• One parallel port adapter cable.
• One pack of 2.5” hard disk installation guider with 4 fixed 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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Note:Use caution when handling the hard disk to prevent damage to IDE
connector as you insert hard disk. Gently slide the hard disk into the IDE and stop
when you feel resistance.
 Installing/Ejecting 2.5” HDD
If you are installing hardware option, you can remove the front cover. The following
figure will guide you how to install 2.5" HDD inside the FX5502 (A) and how to install
the FX5502 (A) fixers.
 Installing HDD
The following figure will guide you install fix support HDD and to inside the FX5502
(A).
HDD

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Note: The Compact Flash socket (on the FX5502) supports 3.3V Compact Flash
and Micro Drives.
 Ejecting HDD – Depend on Screwdriver
If you are removing HDD option, you can use I-type screwdriver or equivalent as
shown on right-down figure and push ahead to eject the hard disk with guiders
 Installing Compact Flash
If you are installing compact flash to the FX5502 (A), see following figure and rear
pictures.
CF CARD

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 Installing Additional Memory: SoDIMM Socket for SDRAM Modules
You may extend additional memory to FX5502 (A), remove the bottom cover, See
as following figure and rear pictures. The DIMM socket supports 128MB to 512MB of
SDRAM modules.
 Installing Mini PCI Card: Mini PCI Socket for WLAN Modules
You may extend additional mini PCI WLAN module to FX5502 (A), remove the
bottom cover, and See as following figure and backside pictures.Release the
screws on the bottom of the unit. (Please see the spots circled.)
 Removing Bottom Covers: Release the screws on the bottom

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Caution: Be very careful LED guide when handling and moving cover.
 Release the Rear screws
The following figure will guide you how to release the rear screws.
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 Removing Front/Top Covers: Release the screws
The following figure will guide you how to release the front screws
HARD DISK

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 Installing Mini PCI Card
 Installing the Antenna
Connect the antenna cable from backside antenna hold to Mini PCI WLAN (the
auxiliary board). Please see the figure guide.

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 LED Indicators (On the Front Panel)
The Power, LAN and HDD LED have two distinctive statuses: Off for inactive
operation and blinking light for activity.
 Connecting the Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse
Connector the monitor, keyboard and mouse to the FX5502 (A) using the
connections provided on the backside of the chassis. See following figure and a
side pictures.
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1. 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
LED1: Power LED (Green)
LED2: HDD LED (Red)
LED3: LAN Access LED (Yellow)
LED4: LAN Access LED (Yellow)
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2. 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 COM1/COM2 ports and Parallel Port
Uses include parallel adapter cable to transfer to standard 25-pin female D-SUB
connector for Parallel port.
DB-9 RS-232 Signal
1 -DCD
6 -DSR
2 RXD
7 -RTS
3 -TXD
8 -CTS
4 -DTR
9 -RI
5 Ground
Case Case Ground
DB-25 Description DB-25 Description
1 -STROBE 14 -AUTO FORM FEED
2 DATA 0 15 -ERROR
3 DATA 1 16 -INITIALIZE
4 DATA 2 17 -PRINTER SELECT IN
5 DATA 3 18 Ground
6 DATA 4 19 Ground
7 DATA 5 20 Ground
8 DATA 6 21 Ground
9 DATA 7 22 Ground
10 ACKNOWLEDGE 23 Ground
11 BUSY 24 Ground
12 PAPER 25 Ground
13 PRINTER SELECT -- No Used
Pin Description
1 Mouse Data
2 Keyboard Data
3 Ground
4 VCC
5 Mouse Clock
6 Keyboard Clock

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 Connecting the LAN ports and USB Ports
The RJ45 connector with 2 LED’s for LAN. The left side LED (orange) indicates data is
being accessed and the right side LED (green) indicates on-line status. (On
indicates on-line and off indicates off-line)
The following lists the pin assignment of RJ45.
The FX5502 (A) supports a dual port USB connector. Any USB device can be attached
to USB ports with plug-and-play supported. The left side port is USB #1 and the right side
port is USB #2
 Connecting the Audio Microphone In/ Speak Out
LAN Signal LAN Signal
1 TPTX+ 5 FBG1
2 TPTX - 6 TPRX -
3 TPRX+ 7 FBG2
4 FBG1 8 FBG2
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RJ45 connector
(Front View)
Line-Out
MIC-In