IBASE Technology AMS300 User manual

AMS300
AMS301
AMS302
Compact Expandable Fanless System
User’s Manual
Version 1.0
(Oct. 2017)

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Copyright
©2017 IBASE Technology, Inc. All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, copied, stored in a retrieval system, translated
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photocopying, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of IBASE Technology, Inc.
(hereinafter referred to as “IBASE”).
Disclaimer
IBASE reserves the right to make changes and improvements to the products described in
this document without prior notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the information in
the document is correct; however, IBASE does not guarantee this document is error-free.
IBASE assumes no liability for incidental or consequential damages arising from
misapplication or inability to use the product or the information contained herein, nor for any
infringements of rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Trademarks
All the trademarks, registrations and brands mentioned herein are used for identification
purposes only and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective
owners.

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Compliance
This product has passed CE tests for environmental specifications and limits. This
product is in accordance with the directives of the Union European (EU). If users
modify and/or install other devices in this equipment, the CE conformity declaration
may no longer apply.
AMS300 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B device,
and AMS301 & AMS302 comply with those for a Class A device pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
WEEE
This product must not be disposed of as normal household waste, in
accordance with the EU directive of for waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE - 2012/19/EU). Instead, it should be disposed of by
returning it to a municipal recycling collection point. Check local
regulations for disposal of electronic products.
Green IBASE
This product is compliant with the current RoHS restrictions and
prohibits use of the following substances in concentrations exceeding
0.1% by weight (1000 ppm) except for cadmium, limited to 0.01% by
weight (100 ppm).
•Lead (Pb)
•Mercury (Hg)
•Cadmium (Cd)
•Hexavalent chromium (Cr6+)
•Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB)
•Polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE)

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Important Safety Information
Carefully read the precautions before using the device.
Environmental conditions:
•Lay the device horizontally on a stable and solid surface in case the device may
fall, causing serious damage.
•Make sure you leave plenty of space around the device for ventilation.
•Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures -10˚C ~ 50˚C.
•DO NOT LEAVE THIS DEVICE IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE
STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -20˚C OR ABOVE 80˚C. This
could damage the device. The device must be used in a controlled environment.
Care for your IBASE products:
•Before cleaning the device, turn it off and unplug all cables such as power in case
a small amount of electrical current may still flow.
•Use neutral cleaning agents or diluted alcohol to clean the device chassis with a
cloth. Then wipe the chassis with a dry cloth.
•Vacuum the dust with a computer vacuum cleaner to prevent the air vent or slots
from being clogged.
WARNING
Attention during use:
•Do not use this product near water.
•Do not spill water or any other liquids on your device.
•Do not place heavy objects on the top of the device.
•Operate this device from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power available, consult your distributor or local
power company.
•Ensure that you apply correctly the power supply voltage.
•Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.
•If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total ampere rating of the
product plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its limits.
Avoid Disassembly
You are not suggested to disassemble, repair or make any modification to the device.
Disassembly, modification, or any attempt at repair could generate hazards and
cause damage to the device, even bodily injury or property damage, and will void any
warranty.

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CAUTION
Danger of explosion if internal lithium-ion battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Warranty Policy
•IBASE standard products:
24-month (2-year) warranty from the date of shipment. If the date of shipment
cannot be ascertained, the product serial numbers can be used to determine
the approximate shipping date.
•3rd-party parts:
12-month (1-year) warranty from delivery for the 3rd-party parts that are not
manufactured by IBASE, such as CPU, memory, storage device, power
adapter, panel and touchscreen.
＊PRODUCTS, HOWEVER, THAT FAILS DUE TO MISUSE, ACCIDENT,
IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR UNAUTHORIZED REPAIR SHALL BE
TREATED AS OUT OF WARRANTY AND CUSTOMERS SHALL BE BILLED
FOR REPAIR AND SHIPPING CHARGES.
Technical Support & Services
1. Visit the IBASE website at www.ibase.com.tw to find the latest information about
the product.
2. If you need any further assistance from your distributor or sales representative,
prepare the following information of your product and elaborate upon the
problem.
•Product model name
•Product serial number
•Detailed description of the problem
•The error messages in text or in screenshots if there is any
•The arrangement of the peripherals
•Software in use (such as OS and application software, including the version
numbers)
3. If repair service is required, you can download the RMA form at
http://www.ibase.com.tw/english/Supports/RMAService/. Fill out the form and
contact your distributor or sales representative.

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Table of Contents
Compliance....................................................................................................iii
Important Safety Information.......................................................................iv
WARNING ......................................................................................................iv
CAUTION ........................................................................................................v
Warranty Policy..............................................................................................v
Technical Support & Services ......................................................................v
Chapter 1 General Information................................................................1
1.1 Introduction.............................................................................................2
1.2 Features..................................................................................................2
1.3 Packing List ............................................................................................3
1.4 Optional Accessories ..............................................................................4
1.5 Specifications..........................................................................................5
1.6 Overview –AMS300 ...............................................................................7
1.7 Overview –AMS301 ...............................................................................9
1.8 Overview –AMS302 .............................................................................11
1.9 Dimensions –AMS300..........................................................................13
1.10 Dimensions –AMS301..........................................................................14
1.11 Dimensions –AMS302..........................................................................15
Chapter 2 Hardware Configuration.......................................................16
2.1 Essential Installations Before You Begin...............................................17
2.1.1 Memory Installation / Replacement.........................................18
2.1.2 SSD Installation......................................................................19
2.1.3 Mini-PCIe Network Cards Installation .....................................21
2.1.4 WiFi / 3G / 4G Antenna Installation.........................................22
2.1.5 Expansion Card Installation....................................................23
2.1.6 Mounting Installation...............................................................24
2.1.7 Pinout for COM Ports, DC-In & Power Button Connectors......28
2.2 Setting the Jumpers..............................................................................30
2.2.1 How to Set Jumpers ...............................................................30
2.3 Jumper & Connector Locations on Motherboard...................................31
2.4 Jumpers Quick Reference.....................................................................32

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2.4.1 CMOS Data Clearance (JBAT1)...........................................32
2.4.2 RTC Content Clearance (JBAT2).........................................33
2.4.3 CPU dGfx Bifurcation Selection (JP1, JP2)..........................34
2.4.4 COM2 RS-232 Power Selection (JP4)..................................35
2.5 Connectors Quick Reference................................................................36
2.5.1 SATA Power Connector (J5, J6) ..........................................37
2.5.2 Digital Connector (J4) ..........................................................37
2.5.3 System Fan Power Connector (SYS_FAN1)........................38
Chapter 3 Driver Installation .................................................................39
3.1 Introduction...........................................................................................40
3.2 Intel®Chipset Software Installation Utility..............................................40
3.3 Graphics Driver Installation...................................................................43
3.4 HD Audio Driver Installation..................................................................45
3.5 LAN Driver Installation ..........................................................................46
3.6 Intel®Management Engine Driver Installation .......................................48
3.7 USB 3.1 Driver Installation....................................................................49
Chapter 4 BIOS Setup............................................................................51
4.1 Introduction...........................................................................................52
4.2 BIOS Setup...........................................................................................52
4.3 Main Settings........................................................................................53
4.4 Advanced Settings................................................................................54
4.4.1 CPU Configuration..................................................................55
4.4.2 Power & Performance.............................................................56
4.4.3 PCH-FW Configuration...........................................................57
4.4.4 ACPI Settings.........................................................................58
4.4.5 iSmart Controller.....................................................................59
4.4.6 F81846 Super IO Configuration..............................................60
4.4.7 F81846 Hardware Monitor......................................................65
4.4.8 CSM Configuration.................................................................66
4.4.9 USB Configuration..................................................................67
4.5 Chipset Settings....................................................................................69
4.5.1 PCH-IO Configuration.............................................................70
4.6 Security Settings...................................................................................72
4.7 Boot Settings.........................................................................................73
4.8 Save & Exit Settings..............................................................................74
Appendix ......................................................................................................75
A. I/O Port Address Map............................................................................76

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B. Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) ...............................................................79
C. Watchdog Timer Configuration..............................................................81

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Chapter 1
General Information
The information provided in this chapter includes:
•Features
•Packing List
•Optional Accessories
•Specifications
•Overview
•Dimensions

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1.1 Introduction
The AMS300 / AMS301 / AMS302 is a product series of IBASE embedded
computing system, applicable to thin clients, smart industrial automation or
controller, and retail equipment. It is a compact and fanless design with an
Intel®7th / 6th Gen. Core™i7 / i5 / i3 desktop processor. This product series
also features iSmart that allows the device capable of auto-scheduling for
general applications and gives energy savings on power. It is able to be
operated at the ambient operating temperature ranging from -10 ~ 50 °C, and
even from
-20 ~ 80 °C for storage.
Photo of AMS300
1.2 Features
•Compact fanless system supports IBASE MB300 customized board
•Onboard Intel®7th / 6th Gen. Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 processors
•Two independent display outputs
•Flexible expansion slot system
•Removable SSD drive bay with RAID 0/1 supported
•Optional 2 MB MRAM module
•Over / Under / Reverse voltage protection
•Wall mount and DIN rail mount compatibility
•iSmart, iAMT 11.6
•1 x mini-PCIe for AMS300 / 301 / 302
•2 x PCIe (x8 & x4) for AMS302 only
•Fieldbus module expansion for AMS301 only

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1.3 Packing List
Your product package should include the items listed below. If any of the
items below is missing, contact the distributor or the dealer from whom you
purchased the product.
AMS300
•AMS300 x 1
•Terminal Block for DC-In Power Adapter (3 pins) x 1
•Terminal Block for Remote Power Button (2 pins) x 1
•Wall Mount Kit x 1
•Round Head Screw (for Wall Mount Kit) x 4
•Disk (including drivers and this user manual) x 1
AMS301
•AMS301 x 1
•Terminal Block for DC-In Power Adapter (3 pins) x 1
•Terminal Block for Remote Power Button (2 pins) x 1
•Wall Mount Kit x 1
•Round Head Screw (for Wall Mount Kit) x 6
•Disk (including drivers and this user manual) x 1
AMS302
•AMS302 x 1
•Terminal Block for DC-In Power Adapter (3 pins) x 1
•Terminal Block for Remote Power Button (2 pins) x 1
•Wall Mount Kit x 1
•Round Head Screw (for Wall Mount Kit) x 6
•Disk (including drivers and this user manual) x 1

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1.4 Optional Accessories
IBASE provide optional accessories as follows. Please contact us or your
dealer if you need any.
•DC-In Power Adapter
•Power Cord
•WiFi Antenna Kit
•Side Mount Bracket
•DIN Rail Bracket
•Cable kit for 2nd SSD Assembly (including 4 screws, and a SATA cable)
•Bracket for fieldbus module (for AMS301 only)
(Profinet module)
(Profibus module)

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1.5 Specifications
Product Name
AMS300
AMS301
AMS302
System
Motherboard
MB300
Operating
System
•Windows10 (64-bit) / 7 (32-bit & 64-bit)
•Linux Ubuntu / Fedora
CPU
Intel®7th / 6th Gen. Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 Desktop Processor
TDP = 35W
CPU Speed
Up to 3.4 GHz
Chipset
Intel®Q170
Memory
2 x DDR4-2133 SO-DIMM 4GB, expandable to 32 GB
(Non-ECC)
Storage
•2.5” SSD (1 slot)
•mSATA (1 slot)
•2.5” SSD (2slots)
•mSATA (1 slot)
•2.5” SSD (2 slot)
•mSATA (1 slot)
Super I/O
Fintek F81846AD-I
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC662
Network
•Intel®I219LM GbE PHY
•Intel®I211AT GbE
Power Supply
DC-In 24V (3-pin terminal block)
BIOS
AMI BIOS
Watchdog
Watchdog Timer 256 segments, 0, 1, 2…255 sec/min
iSmart
Yes
iAMT
11.6
Chassis
Aluminum & steel, silver
Mounting
•Desktop mount / Wall mount (wall mount kit included)
•DIN rail mount (optional)
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
275 x 75 x 140 mm
(10.83” x 2.95” x
5.51”)
275 x 113 x 140 mm
(10.83” x 4.45” x 5.51”)
Weight
2.7 kg ( lb)
3.1 kg ( lb)
3.3 kg ( lb)
Certificate
CE / LVD / FCC Class B
I/O Ports
Remote
Power Button
2-pin terminal block for the external, remote power button

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Product Name
AMS300
AMS301
AMS302
DC Input
24V DC-in through a 3-pin terminal block
LAN
2 x RJ45 GbE LAN
USB
•4 x USB 3.0
•2 x USB 2.0
Serial
2 x COM ports:
•COM1: RS-232/422/485, selectable from BIOS
•COM2: RS-232 only
Digital I/O
4-In & 4-Out (Optional)
Display
•1 x DVI-I
•2 x DisplayPort
Audio Jack
1 x Line-Out
SSD
1 x 2.5” SSD bay
2 x 2.5” SSD bay
2 x 2.5” SSD bay
SATA
2 x SATA III connector
Expansion
•1 x Mini-PCIe
(full-size)
•4 x Mini-PCIe
(full-size, 1 on
board, 3 from
PCIe riser card)
•1 x Mini-PCIe
(full-size)
•1 x PCIe (x8)
•1 x PCIe (x4)
Environment
Temperature
•Operating:
-10 ~ 60 °C (14 ~ 140 °F) with air flow
-10 ~ 50 °C (14 ~ 122 °F)
•Storage: -20~ 80 °C (-4 ~ 176 °F)
Relative
Humidity
5 ~ 90% at 45 °C (non-condensing)
Vibration
Protection
Shinewave tests:
•Operating: 0.25 Grms / 5 ~ 500 Hz
•Non-operating: 1 Grms / 5 ~ 500Hz
Shock
Protection
•Operating: 20 g / 11 ms
•Non-operating: 40 g / 11 ms
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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1.6 Overview –AMS300
Front View
Rear View
No.
Name
No.
Name
1
LED Indicator
(from top to bottom: S1*, E1*,
SSD, Power)
8
DisplayPort
2
Power Button
9
COM Ports
(COM1 RS-232/422/485,
COM2 RS-232)
3
Terminal Block for Remote Power
Button (2 pins)
10
DC-In Power Connector (3 pins)
4
Audio Jack for Line-Out
11
USB 2.0 Ports
5
GbE LAN Ports
12
SSD Drive Bay
6
DVI-I Port
13
Antenna Holes
7
USB 3.0 Ports
14
Wall Mount Kit
*The LED indicators S1 (for status) and E1 (for errors) are configurable by users.
Be cautious of the hot surface when using the device.

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Wall Mount
DIN Rail Mount
Side Mount

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1.7 Overview –AMS301
Front View
Rear View
No.
Name
No.
Name
1
LED Indicator
(from top to bottom: S1*, E1*,
SSD, Power)
9
COM Ports
(COM1 RS-232/422/485,
COM2 RS-232)
2
Power Button
10
DC-In Power Connector (3 pins)
3
Terminal Block for Remote Power
Button (2 pins)
11
USB 2.0 Ports
4
Audio Jack for Line-Out
12
Fieldbus Module Doors
5
GbE LAN Ports
13
SSD Drive Bay
6
DVI-I Port
14
Antenna Holes
7
USB 3.0 Ports
15
Wall Mount Kit
8
DisplayPort
*The LED indicators S1 (for status) and E1 (for errors) are configurable by users.
Be cautious of the hot surface when using the device.

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Wall Mount
DIN Rail Mount
Side Mount

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1.8 Overview –AMS302
Front View
Rear View
No.
Name
No.
Name
1
LED Indicator
(from top to bottom: S1*, E1*,
SSD, Power)
9
COM Ports
(COM1 RS-232/422/485,
COM2 RS-232)
2
Power Button
10
DC-In Power Connector (3 pins)
3
Terminal Block for Remote Power
Button (2 pins)
11
USB 2.0 Ports
4
Audio Jack for Line-Out
12
SSD Drive Bay
5
GbE LAN Ports
13
Expansion Card Cable Organizer
6
DVI-I Port
14
Antenna Holes
7
USB 3.0 Ports
15
Wall Mount Kit
8
DisplayPort
*The LED indicators S1 (for status) and E1 (for errors) are configurable by users.
Be cautious of the hot surface when using the device.

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Wall Mount
DIN Rail Mount
Side Mount