IBASE Technology ASB200-915-i5M User manual

ASB200-915
3.5” Slim & Disk-Size SBC System
User’s Manual
Version 1.0b
(Oct. 2019)

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Copyright
© 2018 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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(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.
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.
•Slots and openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these
openings. Make sure you leave plenty of space around the device for ventilation.
NEVER INSERT OBJECTS OF ANY KIND INTO THE VENTILATION
OPENINGS.
•Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures -10˚C ~ 50˚C for
SSD, and 0˚C ~ 40˚C for HDD.
•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
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.
• 3
rd
-party parts:
12-month (1-year) warranty from delivery for the 3
rd
-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
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 ............................................................................... 3
1.5 Specifications........................................................................................... 4
1.6 Overview.................................................................................................. 6
1.7 Dimensions .............................................................................................. 9
Chapter 2 Hardware Configuration........................................................ 10
2.1 Essential Installations Before You Begin ................................................ 11
2.1.1 HDD Installation....................................................................... 12
2.1.2 Memory Installation ................................................................. 13
2.1.3 Mini-PCIe Card Installation ...................................................... 14
2.1.4 WiFi / 3G / 4G Antenna Installation.......................................... 15
2.1.5 Device Exploded Diagram ....................................................... 16
2.1.6 Wall Mount Installation............................................................. 18
2.1.7 VESA Mount Installation .......................................................... 20
2.1.8 Pinout for COM Ports, DC Power & Digital I/O Connectors...... 22
2.2 Setting the Jumpers ............................................................................... 24
2.2.1 How to Set Jumpers ................................................................ 24
2.3 Jumper & Connector Locations on Motherboard .................................... 25
2.4 Jumpers Quick Reference...................................................................... 27
2.4.1 LVDS Panel Brightness Control Selection (JP1) ................... 27
2.4.2 LVDS Panel Power Selection (J2, JP6)................................. 28
2.4.3 ME Register Clearance (J7).................................................. 29
2.4.4 CMOS Data Clearance (J8) .................................................. 29

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2.5 Connectors Quick Reference ................................................................. 30
2.5.1 SATA III Connector (CN1, CN2)............................................ 31
2.5.2 Dual LAN Ports (GbE) (CN3) ................................................ 31
2.5.3 eDP Connector (CN4) ........................................................... 31
2.5.4 USB 3.0 Connector (CN5, CN6)............................................ 32
2.5.5 COM1 (RJ50) RS-232/422/485 Port (CN7) ........................... 32
2.5.6 DisplayPort (CN8) ................................................................. 32
2.5.7 USB 3.1 Type-C Port (CN9) .................................................. 33
2.5.8 LCD Backlight Connector (JP2)............................................. 33
2.5.9 USB 2.0 Connector (JP3)...................................................... 34
2.5.10 Audio Connector (J5) ............................................................ 34
2.5.11 LVDS Connector (J3, J4) ...................................................... 35
2.5.12 DDR3L SO-DIMM Slot (J6, J11)............................................ 36
2.5.13 Battery Connector (J9) .......................................................... 36
2.5.14 SATA HDD Power Connector (J10) ...................................... 37
2.5.15 Mini-PCIe / mSATA Slot (J13)............................................... 37
2.5.16 COM3 & COM4 Connectors (J14, J17) ................................. 38
2.5.17 Front Panel Function Connector (J15)................................... 38
2.5.18 COM2 Connector (J16) ......................................................... 39
2.5.19 Digital I/O Connector (J18).................................................... 39
2.5.20 DC-In Connector (J19) .......................................................... 40
Chapter 3 Driver Installation .................................................................. 41
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 42
3.2 Intel
®
Chipset Software Installation Utility............................................... 43
3.3 VGA Driver Installation........................................................................... 44
3.4 HD Audio Driver Installation ................................................................... 46
3.5 LAN Driver Installation ........................................................................... 48
3.6 Intel
®
Management Engine Driver Installation ........................................ 51
3.7 USB 3.0 Driver Installation ..................................................................... 53
3.8 USB 3.1 Driver Installation ..................................................................... 55
Chapter 4 BIOS Setup............................................................................. 57
4.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 58
4.2 BIOS Setup............................................................................................ 58
4.3 Main Settings ......................................................................................... 59
4.4 Advanced Settings ................................................................................. 60
4.4.1 ACPI Settings .......................................................................... 61
4.4.2 LVDS (eDP/DP) Configuration................................................. 62
4.4.3 iSmart Controller...................................................................... 64
4.4.4 AMT Configuration................................................................... 66

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4.4.5 Fintek Super IO Configuration ................................................. 67
4.4.6 Fintek Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 72
4.4.7 CPU Configuration................................................................... 73
4.4.8 SATA Configuration................................................................. 74
4.4.9 CSM Configuration .................................................................. 75
4.4.10 USB Configuration................................................................... 77
4.5 Chipset Settings..................................................................................... 79
4.5.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration ............................................ 80
4.5.2 PCH-IO Configuration.............................................................. 83
4.6 Security Settings .................................................................................... 84
4.7 Boot Settings.......................................................................................... 85
4.8 Save & Exit Settings............................................................................... 87
Appendix ....................................................................................................... 88
A. I/O Port Address Map............................................................................. 89
B. Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) ................................................................ 92
C. Watchdog Timer Configuration............................................................... 94

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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 ASB200-915 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
®
-6
th
Gen. Core™ i3
/ i5 / i7 U-series processor. This product 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 for an SSD, and even from -20 ~ 80 °C
for storage.
1.2 Features
• Slim and fanless system with IBASE 3.5” disk-size SBC
• Onboard Intel
®
6
th
Gen. Core™ i3 / I5 / I7 U-series processor
• iSMART for auto-scheduler and power resume
• 1 x 2.5” SATA HDD, 1 x Mini-PCIe (full-size)
• 1 x USB 3.1 Type-C, 4 x USB 3.0
• 2-in-1 design for wall mount and VESA mount
• 12 ~ 24V wide-range DC power input

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1.3 Packing List
Your ASB200-915 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.
• ASB200-915 x 1
• Power Adapter x 1
(either with a 3-pin terminal block or a locking DC jack)
• Power Cord x 1
• Wall Mount Kit x 1
• Screws for Wall Mount Kit x 4
• Disk (including drivers and this user manual) x 1
1.4 Optional Accessories
IBASE provide optional accessories as follows. Please contact us or your
dealer if you need any.
• VESA Mount Kit (with 4 screws)

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1.5 Specifications
Product Name ASB200-915
System
Motherboard IB915AF-6600 IB915AF-6300 IB915AF-6100
Operating
System
• Windows 7 (32-bit)
• Linux
CPU Intel
®
6
th
Gen.
Core™ i7-6600U
Intel
®
6
th
Gen.
Core™ i5-6300U
Intel
®
6
th
Gen.
Core™ i3-6100U
CPU Speed 2.6 GHz 2.4 GHz 2.3 GHz
Memory 2 x DDR3L-1600 SO-DIMM 2GB, expandable to 16 GB
Storage 2.5” HDD or SSD
Super I/O Fintek F81846AD
Audio Codec Realtek ALC662-GR
Network
• Intel
®
I219LM GbE PHY
• Intel
®
I211AT as 2
nd
GbE
• Intel
®
I219V GbE
PHY
• Intel
®
I211AT as
2
nd
GbE
Power Supply
90W power adaptor (Optional)
BIOS AMI BIOS
Watchdog Watchdog Timer 256 segments, 0, 1, 2…255 sec/min
Chassis Aluminum & steel, black
Mounting
• Desktop mount
• Wall mount
• VESA mount (Optional)
Dimensions
(W x H x D) 180 x 66 x 150 mm (7.09” x 2.6” x 5.9”)
Weight 1.3 kg (2.87 lb)
Certificate CE / LVD / FCC Class B
I/O Ports
DC Input 12 ~ 24V DC-in through a 3-pin terminal block
(Optional: a locking DC Jack)
LAN 2 x RJ45 GbE LAN
USB
• 2 x USB 2.0
• 4 x USB 3.0
• 1 x USB 3.1 Type-C

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Serial
4 x COM ports:
• COM1 port through RJ50 connector (RS-232/422/485,
selectable from BIOS)
• COM2/3/4 port through DB9 connector (RS-232 only)
Digital I/O 4-In & 4-Out
Display 1 x DisplayPort
Audio Jack
• 1 x Microphone input
• 1 x Line-out
• 1 x Line-in
SATA 2 x SATA III connector
Expansion 1 x Mini-PCIe slot (full-sized)
Environment
Temperature
• Operating:
with SSD: -10 ~ 50 °C (14 ~ 122 °F)
with HDD: 0 ~ 40 °C (32 ~ 104 °F)
• Storage: -20~ 80 °C (-4 ~ 176 °F)
Relative
Humidity 5 ~ 90% at 45 °C (non-condensing)
Vibration
Protection
• 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
Front View
No. Name No. Name
1 Digital I/O Connector 5 USB 2.0 Ports
2 Microphone Input 6 Power Button
3 Line-In 7 HDD LED Indicator
4 Line-Out

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Rear View
No. Name No. Name
1 Antenna Holes 6 USB 3.1 Type-C
2 DC-In Power Connector 7 COM1 (RJ50) RS-232/422/485
Port
3 DisplayPort 8 COM2 / COM3 / COM4 (DB-9)
RS-232 Ports
4 LAN Ports (GbE) 9 Wall Mount Kit
5 USB 3.0 Ports

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Oblique View

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1.7 Dimensions
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 Before You Begin
Before installations, you need to disassemble the device cover by loosen 6
screws from the device and pull out the cover.

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2.1.1 HDD Installation
If you need to install or replace an SSD or a HDD, follow the instructions below
for installation after you disassemble the device cover.
1. Loosen 4 screws below.
2. Attach your SSD / HDD and tighten these screws.