IBASE Technology AMS210 User manual

AMS210
Embedded System with MB211
User’s Manual
Version 1.0
(March 2020)

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Copyright
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document without prior notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the information in the
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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
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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.
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 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 -20˚C ~ 55˚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.
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
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, HDD, 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
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 –AMS210 .........................................................................4
1.6 System View –AMS210...........................................................................6
1.7 Dimensions –AMS210.............................................................................8
Chapter 2 Hardware Configuration........................................................ 10
2.1 Essential Installations.............................................................................11
2.2 Setting the Jumpers...............................................................................16
2.3 Jumper & Connector Locations on Motherboard....................................17
2.4 Jumpers Quick Reference......................................................................17
2.5 Connectors Quick Reference.................................................................21
Chapter 3 Driver Installation .................................................................. 36
3.1 Introduction............................................................................................37
3.2 HD Graphics Driver Installation..............................................................38
3.3 HD Audio Driver Installation...................................................................40
3.4 LAN Driver Installation ...........................................................................41
3.5 Intel® Management Engine Drivers Installation......................................43
Chapter 4 BIOS Setup............................................................................. 45
4.1 Introduction............................................................................................46
4.2 BIOS Setup............................................................................................46
4.3 Main Settings.........................................................................................47
4.4 Advanced Settings.................................................................................48
4.5 Chipset Settings.....................................................................................55
4.6 Security Settings....................................................................................58
4.7 Boot Settings..........................................................................................59
4.8 Save & Exit Settings...............................................................................60
Appendix ....................................................................................................... 61
A. I/O Port Address Map.............................................................................62
B. Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ)................................................................64
C. Watchdog Timer Configuration...............................................................65

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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 AMS210 embedded system is based on the Intel® 9th/8th Gen. Core™/
Pentium® / Celeron® processors and houses the MB211 motherboard built with
two DDR4 memory slots with a 32GB capacity. Measuring 265mm x 247mm, the
system has four Gigabit Ethernet connectors, four serial ports, USB 3.1 and USB
2.0 connectors, two DP++ display ports, and 24V DC power input.
Pictures of AMS210
1.2 Features
With IBASE MB211 customized board
9th / 8th Gen Intel® Core™i7/i5/i3 Desktop Processors
2x DDR4 2666/2400 memory slots; Max. 32GB
2x DP++ display interface, 4x Gigabit LAN
4x USB 3.1, 4x USB 2.0, 2x SATA 3.1, 2x PCI-E(16x)
24V DC power input

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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 have
purchased the product.
AMS210
AMS210 x 1
Bracket x 2
Terminal block x 1
Round Head Screw (for Bracket) x 6
PCI Power Cable x1
1.4 Optional Accessories
IBASE provide the following optional accessories:
ABP-IP701 riser card: PCI-e(x16) slot
+ PCI-e(x4) slot
ABP-IP702 riser card: PCI-e(x16) slot
+ PCI-e slot (default)
ABP-IP703 riser card: 2x PCI slots

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1.5 Specifications –AMS210
Product
Name
AMS210
System
Motherboard
MB211
Operating
System
Windows10 (64-bit) / 7 (32-bit & 64-bit)
CPU
Intel®9th/8th Gen. CoreTM / Pentium® / Celeron® processors
TDP = 35W
Chipset
Intel®Q370
Memory
2 x DDR4-2666/2400 SO-DIMM; Max. 32GB
(Non-ECC)
Super I/O
Fintek F81964D -I
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC662
Network
Four Gigabit Ethernet
Intel® I219LM GbE PHY, Intel® I210IT GbE,
Intel® I210IT GbE, Intel® I210IT GbE
SATA
2x SATA III port (6Gbps) for 2.5”SATA HDD or SSD
Expansion
Slot
-The riser cards ABP-IP701, ABP-IP702, and ABP-IP703
come with two golden fingers to support 2 slots:
- 1xPCI-e(x16) slot + 1 xPCIe(x4) slot / ABP-IP701
- 1xPCI-e(x16) slot + 1 xPCI slot (Default) / ABP-IP702
- 2XPCI slots / ABP-IP703
Front Panel
I/O
24V Power Input
Power Switch
Expansion Slots
COM1 Serial Port
Line Out
4x GbE Ports
4x USB 3.0 Ports
4x USB 2.0 Ports
3x DP Ports
50x50mm DC fan for PSU
Rear Panel
I/O
60x60 mm DC fan for CPU
NVRAM Battery Compartment code
Power (red) and HDD (green) LEDs
Space for two optional COM ports
BIOS
AMI BIOS
Watchdog
Watchdog Timer 256 segments, 0, 1, 2…255 sec/min
Other
Features
512K SRAM; LPC 80 port

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Mechanical and Environmental
Dimensions
297.4mm(W) x 265.9mm(D) x 78.5mm(H)
Construction
Aluminum
Chassis color
Silver
Mounting type
Desktop & Wall mount
Operating
Temperature
-20°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature
-20°C~80°C
Humidity
5%~90%@45°C (non-condensing)
Vibration
Operating : 0.25Grms / 5~500Hz
Non-operating : 1Grms / 5~500Hz
Shock
Operating : 20G / 11ms
Non-operating : 40G / 11ms
Certification
CE / FCC Class A / LVD
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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1.6 System View –AMS210
Front View
No.
Name
No.
Name
1
24V Power Input
6
USB 3.0 Ports
2
Power Switch
7
USB 2.0 Ports
3
Expansion Slots
8
DP Ports
4
COM1 Serial Port
9
Line Out
5
GbE Ports

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Rear View
No.
Name
No.
Name
1
Optional COM Ports
4
BIOS POST Code
2
DC Fan for PSU
5
Power and HDD LEDs
3
NVRAM Battery
Compartment

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1.7 Dimensions –AMS210
Unit: mm

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Chapter 2
Hardware Configuration
The information provided in this chapter includes:
Essential installations before you begin
Information and locations of connectors

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2.1 Essential Installations
The system cover has two parts –the left and the right. To remove the right-side
cover, loosen the two screws (M3x6) as shown in the picture below. This is done
prior to the installation the PCI-E expansion card. The left-side cover uses six
screws (M3x6). To remove or install the HDD, there is no need to remove any of
the above-mentioned screws, just the two screws of the HDD compartment
cover.
2.1.1 Battery Installation
The battery compartment is secured by one screw (M3x6). Unscrew the
compartment cover and install the battery as shown below.
Position the battery by observing the polarity. Replace the cover.

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2.1.2 PCI-E Card Installation
After removing the L-shape chassis cover, install your PCI-E expansion card in
the upper empty expansion slot as shown in the pictures below.
After installing the card into place, secure the expansion card slot cover by using
one M3*4 screw.
The riser card bracket, as encircled below, can be used to secure the expansion
card. Use one M3*4 screw to fasten the bracket. Replace the chassis cover.

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2.1.3 Mounting Bracket Installation
A pair of mounting brackets is supplied with the package. Use the supplied
screws (M3*6) to install the mounting brackets.
2.1.4 Hard Disk Drive Installation
Remove the (M3*6) screws of the HDD tray cover and pull the tray out. There are
four screws securing the hard disk drive as shown below.
Please note that the SATA interface connector and the HDD power interface are
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2.1.5 Mini-PCIe Card Installation
1. If you need to replace or install a Mini-PCIe card, remove the following left
chassis cover by loosening the six screws that are securing the cover.
2. Locate the Mini-PCIe slot inside the system.
3. Align the key of the mini-PCIe card to the mini-PCIe interface, and insert the
card slantwise.
4. Push the mini-PCIe card down and fix it with the an M2 screw.
Mini PCIe: