IBASE Technology SI-623-N User manual

SI-623-N
Digital Signage Player
User’s Manual
Version 1.0
(Oct. 2017)

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Copyright
©2017 IBASE Technology, Inc. All rights reserved.
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(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 misuse or
inability to use the product or the information contained herein, and 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
The product described in this manual complies with all applicable European Union
(CE) directives if it has a CE marking. For systems to remain CE compliant, only
CE-compliant parts may be used. Maintaining CE compliance also requires proper
cable and cabling techniques.
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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 complies with the current RoHS directives restricting the
use of the following substances in concentrations not to exceed 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 following safety information before using this device.
Setting up your system:
•Put the device horizontally on a stable and solid surface.
•Do not use this product near water or any heated source.
•Leave plenty of space around the device and do not block the ventilation
openings. Never drop or insert any objects of any kind into the openings.
•Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C and
45˚C.
Care during use:
•Do not place heavy objects on the top of the device.
•Make sure to connect the correct voltage to the device. Failure to supply the
correct voltage could damage the unit.
•Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.
•If you use an extension cord, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices
plugged into the extension cord does not cord’s ampere rating.
•Do not spill water or any other liquids on your device.
•Always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning the device.
•Only use neutral cleaning agents to clean the device.
•Vacuum dust and particles from the vents by using a computer vacuum cleaner.
Product Disassembly
Do not try to repair, disassemble, or make modifications to the device. Doing so will
void the warranty and may result in damage to the product or personal injury.
CAUTION
There is a danger of explosion if the lithium-ion battery is replaced with an incorrect
battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries by observing local regulations.

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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 3rd-party parts that are not
manufactured by IBASE, such as CPU, CPU cooler, memory, storage devices,
power adaptor, display panel and touch screen.
＊PRODUCTS, HOWEVER, THAT FAIL 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 encounter any technical problems and require assistance from your
distributor or sales representative, please prepare and send the following
information:
•Product model name
•Product serial number
•Detailed description of the problem
•Error messages in text or screenshots if any
•The arrangement of the peripherals
•Software used (such as OS and application software)
3. If repair service is required, please 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
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 ...............................................................................3
1.5 Specifications...........................................................................................4
1.6 Overview..................................................................................................6
1.7 Dimensions..............................................................................................8
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation & Motherboard Information ............... 9
2.1 Installations............................................................................................10
2.1.1 Memory Module Installation.....................................................10
2.1.2 Mini-PCIe & M.2 Cards Installation..........................................11
2.1.3 WiFi / 3G / 4G Antenna Installation..........................................12
2.1.4 HDMI Cable Holder Installation................................................12
2.1.5 Mounting Installation................................................................13
2.1.6 Pin Assignment for Power Input Connector .............................14
2.2 Setting the Jumpers...............................................................................15
2.2.1 How to Set Jumpers ................................................................15
2.3 Jumper & Connector Locations on Motherboard....................................16
2.4 Jumper & Connectors Quick Reference.................................................18
2.4.1 Clearing CMOS Data Selection (JP7)......................................19
2.4.2 DC Power Input (CN12)...........................................................19
2.4.3 COM1 RS-232 Port (CN7).....................................................20
2.4.4 CPU Fan Power Connector (J3) ..............................................20
2.4.5 USB 2.0 Ports Header (J12)....................................................21
2.4.6 COM2 RS-232 Port (J10) ........................................................21
2.4.7 System Function Connector (J14).........................................22
2.4.8 Digital I/O Connector (J13) ......................................................22

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Chapter 3 Driver Installation .................................................................. 23
3.1 Introduction............................................................................................24
3.2 Intel®Chipset Software Installation Utility...............................................24
3.3 Intel®Graphics Driver Installation...........................................................25
3.4 HD Audio Driver Installation...................................................................26
3.5 LAN Driver Installation ...........................................................................27
3.6 Intel®Management Engine Components Drivers Installation..................28
Chapter 4 BIOS Setup............................................................................. 29
4.1 Introduction............................................................................................30
4.2 BIOS Setup............................................................................................30
4.3 Main Settings.........................................................................................31
4.4 Advanced Settings.................................................................................32
4.4.1 M.2 (NGFF) Configuration .......................................................32
4.4.2 iSmart Controller......................................................................33
4.4.3 AMT Configuration...................................................................34
4.4.4 F81846 Super IO Configuration...............................................35
4.4.5 Hardware Monitor....................................................................38
4.4.6 CPU Configuration...................................................................39
4.4.7 SATA Configuration.................................................................40
4.4.8 CSM Configuration..................................................................41
4.4.9 USB Configuration...................................................................42
4.5 Chipset Settings.....................................................................................43
4.5.1 System Agent Bridge Name.....................................................43
4.5.2 PCH-IO Configuration..............................................................44
4.6 Security Settings....................................................................................45
4.7 Boot Settings..........................................................................................46
4.8 Save & Exit Settings...............................................................................47
Appendix ....................................................................................................... 48
A. I/O Port Address Map.............................................................................49
B. Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ)................................................................51
C. Watchdog Timer Configuration...............................................................52

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

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1.1 Introduction
The SI-623-N is a fanless digital signage system powered by Intel®7th / 6th
Generation mobile processors. It supports three display outputs for HDMI high
definition video playback and iSmart energy-saving features such as power
on/off scheduling and power resume function. The device operates in
environments with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 45°C.
1.2 Features
•Compact and fanless digital signage player
•iSmart for auto-scheduler and power resume
•Intel®7th / 6th Gen. Core™mobile processor
•Intel®processor HD Graphics 530
•2 x DDR4-2133 SO-DIMM, dual channel, expandable to 32GB
•3 x display outputs for HDMI 2.0 (1 port) and HDMI 1.4 (2 ports) with
independent audio output and built-in hardware EDID emulation
•Gigabit Ethernet & RS-232 COM ports
•1 x M.2 B key (3042) for storage, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 4G or TV tuner
options
•1 x M.2 M-Key (2280) for storage
•1 x Mini-PCI-E (full-size) for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 4G
•SIM card slot
•iAMT (11.0), TPM1.2, vPro and Watchdog timer

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1.3 Packing List
If you buy a barebone SI-623-N, 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 have purchased the product.
Drivers and this user manual are downloadable from our website.
•SI-623-N Digital Signage Player x 1
•Power Adaptor x 1
•Power Cord x 1
•Screws for M.2 Card (M3 x 3.8 mm) x 2
•Screw for Mini-PCIe card (M2 x 0.4 mm) x 1
•HDMI Cable Holder x 1
•Screws with Washer for HDMI Cable Holder (M3 x 6 mm) x 2
•Wall Mount Kit x 1
•Screws for Wall Mount Kit (M3 x 6 mm) x 4
1.4 Optional Accessories
IBASE provides optional accessories as listed below. Please contact us or
your dealer if you would like to order any item(s).
•3G/LTE kit
•WiFi kit
•COM port cable
•VESA Mount
•Screws for VESA Mount
•1U Rackmount Kit

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1.5 Specifications
Product
SI-623-N
System
Mainboard
MBD623
Operating
System
•Windows 10 (64-bit)
•Windows 8.1 (64-bit)
•Windows 7 (32-bit / 64-bit),
•Linux Fedora / Ubuntu
*Embedded OS will be tested by request.
CPU
Intel®7th / 6th Gen. Core™ mobile processor
Chipset
Intel®QM170
Intel®HM170
Cache
Up to 8 MB
Memory
2 x DDR4 SO-DIMM 2133 MHz, dual channel,
expandable to 32GB
Graphics
Intel®processor HD Graphics 530
Network
Intel®I219LM
Intel®I219V
Super I/O
Fintek F81846AD
Storage
1 x 2.5” SATA HDD / SSD
Power
Requirement
12V DC-in
Power Supply
84W power adaptor
Watchdog
Watchdog Timer 256 segments, 0, 1, 2…255 sec/min
iSmart
Yes
Chassis
Aluminum and SGCC, black & white
Mounting
Slim design with wall mounting holes
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
215.6mm x 40mm x 215.6mm (8.49” x 1.57”x 8.49”)
Net Weight
2.4 kg (5.29 lb)
Compliance
CE, FCC class B, cULus & CCC
I/O Ports
HDMI
•1 x HDMI 2.0
•2 x HDMI 1.4
LAN
1 x GbE RJ45 LAN port

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Serial
•1 x RJ45 for COM1 RS-232 port
•1 x onboard pin-header for COM2 RS-232 port
USB
•2 x USB 3.0
•2 x USB 2.0
Audio Jack
•1 x Line-Out
•1 x Mic-In
Power Jack
1 x DC-in power jack
SIM
1 x SIM card socket
Expansion
•1 x M.2 B Key (3042) with PCIe (x2), SATA, USB 2.0,
USB 3.0 for storage / WiFi / BT / 4G LTE options
•1 x M.2 M Key (2280) with SATA
•1 x Mini-PCIe (x1) for WiFi / BT / TV tuner / 4G LTE options
Environment
Temperature
•Operating: 0°C ~ 45°C (32°F ~ 113°F)
•Storage: -20°C ~ 80°C (-4°F ~ 176°F)
Relative
Humidity
10 ~ 90% (non-condensing)
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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1.6 Overview
Top View
Wall Mount
Side Mount
Remarks: The same set (2pcs) of mounting kit can be used for wall mount or side
mount methods as shown above.

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I/O View
No.
Name
No.
Name
1
DC Power Input
8
COM Port
2
EDID Button*
9
Audio Jacks
(From left to right: Line-Out, Mic-In)
3
HDMI 2.0 Port
10
LED Indicator for HDD
4
HDMI 1.4 Ports
11
Power Button
5
USB 3.0
12
LED Indicator for Power
6
USB 2.0
13
Mounting Kit
7
LAN Port
14
Antenna Hole
*Be sure to press the EDID Button to acquire or change the EDID data when
the connected display/monitor cannot be recognized, or the displayed image
does not fit the screen.

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1.7 Dimensions
Unit: mm

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Chapter 2
Hardware Installation &
Motherboard Information
This section contains general information about:
•Essential installations instructions
•Jumper and connectors

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2.1 Installations
Before installing any card or module into the device, remove the screws shown
in the picture below. Pull out the side covers and then remove the bottom
cover.
2.1.1 Memory Module Installation
To install or replace modules, locate the memory slot on the board and perform
the following steps:
1. Align the key of the memory module with that on the memory slot and
insert the module slantwise.
2. Gently push the module in an upright position until the clips of the slot close
to hold the module in place when the module touches the bottom of the
slot.
To remove a module, use your fingers to press the clips outwards until the
module pops up. Grab the module gently and pull it out of the slot.

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2.1.2 Mini-PCIe & M.2 Cards Installation
1. Align the mini-PCIe card’s bus connector with the mini-PCIe slot, and insert
the card slantwise.
(Insert M.2 cards by using the same method.)
2. Push the mini PCIe card downwards as shown in the picture, and fix it with
a screw.
(Fix M.2 cards by using the same method.)
Mini PCIe:
M.2:

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2.1.3 WiFi / 3G / 4G Antenna Installation
Insert the WiFi / 3G / 4G antenna extension cable through the antenna hole of
the front I/O cover and fasten the antenna as shown below. Then apply
adhesive around the hex nut behind the front I/O cover to prevent the
extension cable from falling off if the cable becomes loose.
1. Fasten the hex nut and the washer. Then
install the antenna.
2. Apply adhesive around here.
Info: The diameter of the nut is around 6.35 mm (0.25”-36UNC).
2.1.4 HDMI Cable Holder Installation
An HDMI cable holder comes with the product package. Align it to the HDMI
ports and secure it with the supplied round-head screws (2x) with washer as
shown below.