IEI Technology AFL-056A-LX User manual

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Revision
Date Version Changes
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Copyright
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Manual Conventions
WARNING!
Warnings appear where overlooked details may cause damage to the equipment or result
in personal injury. Warnings should be taken seriously. Warnings are easy to recognize.
The word “warning” is written as “WARNING,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by
text. The text is the warning message. A warning message is shown below:
WARNING:
This is an example of a warning message. Failure to adhere to warning
messages may result in permanent damage to the AFOLUX LX or
personal injury to the user. Please take warning messages seriously.
CAUTION!
Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help reduce the chance of losing data or
damaging the AFOLUX LX. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written
as “CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed. The text is the cautionary
message. A caution message is shown below:
CAUTION:
This is an example of a caution message. Failure to adhere to cautions
messages may result in permanent damage to the AFOLUX LX.
Please take caution messages seriously.

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NOTE:
These messages inform the reader of essential but non-critical information. These
messages should be read carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can
help avoid making mistakes. Notes are easy to recognize. The word “note” is written as
“NOTE,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by text. The text is the cautionary
message. A note message is shown below:
NOTE:
This is an example of a note message. Notes should always be read.
Notes contain critical information about the AFOLUX LX. Please take
note messages seriously.

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Packing List
NOTE:
If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing,
please do not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or
vendor you purchased the AFOLUX LX from or contact an IEI sales
representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative, please
send an email to [email protected].
The items listed below should all be included in the AFOLUX LX package.
 1 x AFOLUX LX
 1 x Power adapter
 1 x Power cord
 1 x Touch pen
 2 x RJ-45 to D-sub 9-pin connector
 1 x Utility CD (user manual and drivers)
 1 x QIG (quick installation guide)
Images of the above items are shown in Chapter 3.

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 AFOLUX LX FLAT PANEL PC OVERVIEW ................................................................ 2
1.1.1 Model Variations................................................................................................ 2
1.1.2 Applications ....................................................................................................... 3
1.1.3 Standard Features.............................................................................................. 3
1.2 EXTERNAL OVERVIEW ............................................................................................... 4
1.2.1 General Description........................................................................................... 4
1.2.2 Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 4
1.2.3 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................... 5
1.2.4 Top Panel and Side Panels................................................................................. 5
1.2.5 Bottom Panel...................................................................................................... 6
1.3 INTERNAL OVERVIEW................................................................................................. 7
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................... 7
1.4.1 Preinstalled Hardware Components.................................................................. 7
1.4.2 System Specifications......................................................................................... 7
1.4.3 Motherboard Specifications............................................................................... 9
1.4.4 Flat Panel Screen Specifications ....................................................................... 9
1.4.5 Touch Screen Specifications............................................................................. 10
1.4.6 Bluetooth Module Specifications ......................................................................11
1.4.7 Wi-Fi Module Specifications.............................................................................11
1.5 DIMENSIONS ............................................................................................................ 13
2 MOTHERBOARD....................................................................................................... 15
2.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 16
2.2 CPU SUPPORT.......................................................................................................... 16
2.2.1 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500MHz Specifications............................................... 16
2.2.2 AMD Geode™ LX 800 500MHz Power Management..................................... 16
2.3 SYSTEM CHIPSET ..................................................................................................... 17
2.4 GRAPHICS SUPPORT ................................................................................................. 18
2.5 ETHERNET CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................... 20
2.5.1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 20

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2.5.2 Features ........................................................................................................... 20
2.6 PERIPHERAL DEVICE INTERFACES, CONNECTORS, AND SLOTS................................. 21
2.6.1 OEM Options................................................................................................... 21
2.6.2 Internal Slots.................................................................................................... 21
2.6.3 Internal Peripheral Device Connectors........................................................... 21
2.6.4 External Peripheral Device Connectors.......................................................... 21
3 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 23
3.1 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS................................................................................... 24
3.2 PREINSTALLED COMPONENTS .................................................................................. 24
3.3 INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION STEPS ............................................................. 24
3.4 UNPACKING.............................................................................................................. 25
3.4.1 Packing List ..................................................................................................... 26
3.5 CF CARD INSTALLATION.......................................................................................... 27
3.6 AT/ATX MODE SELECTION ..................................................................................... 28
3.6.1 AT Power Mode................................................................................................ 29
3.6.2 ATX Power Mode............................................................................................. 29
3.7 MOUNTING THE SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 29
3.7.1 Wall Mounting.................................................................................................. 30
3.7.2 Panel Mounting................................................................................................ 32
3.7.3 Arm/Stand Mounting........................................................................................ 34
3.8 BOTTOM PANEL CONNECTORS ................................................................................. 35
3.8.1 LAN Connection............................................................................................... 35
3.8.2 Serial Device Connection ................................................................................ 36
3.8.3 USB Device Connection................................................................................... 37
4 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 39
4.1 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION .................................................................. 40
4.2 MOTHERBOARD REPLACEMENT ............................................................................... 40
4.3 MOTHERBOARD REMOVAL....................................................................................... 40
4.4 MEMORY MODULE REPLACEMENT .......................................................................... 42
5 BIOS SETUP................................................................................................................ 45
5.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 46
5.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 46
5.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 46

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5.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 47
5.1.4 Main BIOS Menu ............................................................................................. 48
5.2 STANDARD CMOS FEATURES .................................................................................. 50
5.2.1 IDE Primary Master/Slave .............................................................................. 51
5.3 ADVANCED BIOS FEATURES .................................................................................... 54
5.4 ADVANCED CHIPSET FEATURES................................................................................ 60
5.5 INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS ...................................................................................... 62
5.6 POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP.................................................................................. 65
5.7 PNP/PCI CONFIGURATIONS ..................................................................................... 66
A SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................... 69
A.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................ 70
A.1.1 General Safety Precautions............................................................................. 70
A.1.2 Anti-static Precautions .................................................................................... 71
A.2 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING PRECAUTIONS........................................................ 71
A.2.1 Maintenance and Cleaning.............................................................................. 71
A.2.2 Cleaning Tools................................................................................................. 72
B BIOS OPTIONS .......................................................................................................... 73
C SOFTWARE DRIVERS............................................................................................. 77
C.1 REMOTE MANAGEMENT TOOL ................................................................................ 78
C.2 TOUCH PANEL DRIVER ............................................................................................ 78
C.2.1 Introduction..................................................................................................... 78
C.2.2 Driver Installation........................................................................................... 78
C.2.3 Touch Panel Driver Configuration.................................................................. 82
D TERMINOLOGY ....................................................................................................... 83
E DIGITAL I/O INTERFACE....................................................................................... 87
E.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 88
E.2 DIO CONNECTOR PINOUTS...................................................................................... 88
E.3 ASSEMBLY LANGUAGE SAMPLES ............................................................................. 89
E.3.1 Enable the DIO Input Function....................................................................... 89
E.3.2 Enable the DIO Output Function.................................................................... 89
F WATCHDOG TIMER................................................................................................. 91

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GADDRESS MAPPING................................................................................................ 95
G.1 IO ADDRESS MAP.................................................................................................... 96
G.2 1ST MB MEMORY ADDRESS MAP............................................................................. 97
G.3 IRQ MAPPING TABLE .............................................................................................. 97
G.4 DMA CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS ............................................................................... 98
H HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE......................................................... 99
H.1 HAZARDOUS MAT E R I A L S DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY..................................... 100

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: AFOLUX LX..................................................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Front View....................................................................................................................4
Figure 1-3: Rear View.....................................................................................................................5
Figure 1-4: Top View.......................................................................................................................5
Figure 1-5: Side View......................................................................................................................6
Figure 1-6: AFOLUX LX Bottom View...........................................................................................6
Figure 1-7: Dimensions (units in mm)........................................................................................13
Figure 3-1: Back Cover Retention Screws.................................................................................27
Figure 3-2: CF Card Location......................................................................................................28
Figure 3-3: AT/ATX Switch Location...........................................................................................28
Figure 3-4: Wall-mounting Bracket.............................................................................................30
Figure 3-5: Chassis Support Screws..........................................................................................31
Figure 3-6: Secure the Panel PC.................................................................................................32
Figure 3-7: Panel Opening...........................................................................................................33
Figure 3-8: Tighten the Panel Mounting Clamp Screws...........................................................34
Figure 3-9: Arm/Stand Mounting Retention Screw Holes.........................................................35
Figure 3-10: LAN Connection......................................................................................................36
Figure 3-11: Serial Device Connector.........................................................................................37
Figure 3-12: USB Device Connection.........................................................................................38
Figure 4-1: Motherboard Retention Screws...............................................................................41
Figure 4-2: Aluminum Back Cover Retention Screws ..............................................................41
Figure 4-3: Two Hexagonal Pillars on the Bottom Panel..........................................................42
Figure 4-4: SO-DIMM Socket Location .......................................................................................43
Figure 4-5: DDR SO-DIMM Module Installation..........................................................................44

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Model Variations...........................................................................................................2
Table 1-2: AFOLUX LX System Specifications............................................................................8
Table 1-3: Motherboard Specifications ........................................................................................9
Table 1-4: TFT LCD Monitor Specifications...............................................................................10
Table 1-5: Touch Panel Specifications.......................................................................................10
Table 1-6: Bluetooth Module Specifications..............................................................................11
Table 1-7: Wi-Fi Module Specifications......................................................................................12
Table 2-1: Geode LX Graphics Features ....................................................................................19
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys................................................................................................47

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BIOS Menus
BIOS Menu 1: Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility ........................................................................48
BIOS Menu 2: Standard CMOS Features....................................................................................50
BIOS Menu 3: Advanced BIOS Features....................................................................................54
BIOS Menu 4: Advanced Chipset Features................................................................................60
BIOS Menu 5: Integrated Peripherals.........................................................................................62
BIOS Menu 6: Power Management Setup ..................................................................................65
BIOS Menu 7: PnP/PCI Configurations.......................................................................................66

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Chapter
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1 Introduction

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1.1 AFOLUX LX Flat Panel PC Overview
Figure 1-1: AFOLUX LX
The AFOLUX LX flat panel PC is a flexible, multi-functional and fanless flat panel PC that
can be applied in diverse operational environments and implemented in multi-faceted
applications. The AFOLUX LX comes fully kitted with a high-performance motherboard
and a host of other peripheral interface connectors. The integrated wireless LAN module
and Bluetooth module ensure an uninterrupted wireless connection. The flexible AT/ATX
power mode selection allows the AFOLUX series to meet multiple application
requirements. The AFOLUX LX is designed for ease of use and easy installation.
1.1.1 Model Variations
The models of AFOLUX LX are listed in Table 1-1.
Model
LCD Resolution Brightness Memory Wireless LAN Touch screen
AFL-056B-LX/WT-R/256MB 5.6” 320 x 234 350 cd/m2256 MB Yes Yes
AFL-056B-LX/WT-R/512MB 5.6” 320 x 234 350 cd/m2512 MB Yes Yes
AFL-057B-LX/WT-R/256MB 5.7” 640 x 480 400 cd/m2256 MB Yes Yes
AFL-057B-LX/WT-R/512MB 5.7” 640 x 480 400 cd/m2512 MB Yes Yes
Table 1-1: Model Variations

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1.1.2 Applications
The AFOLUX LX all-in-one panel PC is designed for multiple applications. Its durability
and strength makes it an ideal choice for public access computers. Some possible
applications include:
 Vehicle Interior device
o Truck PC
o Logistic car PC
 General computing
o PC based testing center
o Distance learning
 Industrial applications
o Plant environment monitoring system
o Factory automation platform
o Manufacturing shop flow
o Equipment and device control
 Home and building automation
o Digital surveillance system
o E-home platform
o Home IA control terminal
 Self-Service Kiosk
o Receptionist kiosk in hotel and business premises
o Self registration terminal in hospital and airport
o Ticket vending machine for transportation use
1.1.3 Standard Features
Some of the standard features of the AFOLUX LX flat panel PC include:
 Fanless Design
 AMD® Geode LX-800 processor
 Rugged mechanism design with ABS/PC case
 IP 64 dustproof and waterproof front panel
 One 256 MB / 512 MB DDR memory module pre-installed
 AT/ATX power mode supported

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 Bluetooth module
 Wireless LAN integrated with PIFA antenna
 Dual 10/100Mbps Ethernet support
 One CompactFlash® Type I/II slot
 Simplified installation process
 RoHS compliance
1.2 External Overview
1.2.1 General Description
The AFOLUX LX is a stylish flat panel PC that comprises of a screen, rear panel, top
panel, bottom panel and two side panels (left and right). An ABS/PC plastic front frame
surrounds the front screen. The rear panel provides screw holes for a wall-mounting
bracket compliant with VESA FDMI standard. The bottom panel provides access to
external interface connectors that include LAN, USB 2.0, serial port, power connector and
power switch.
1.2.2 Front Panel
The front side of the AFOLUX LX is a flat panel TFT LCD screen surrounded by an
ABS/PC plastic frame.
Figure 1-2: Front View