IEI Technology AFL-057A-Z510 User manual

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IEI Technology Corp.
User Manual
MODEL:
AFL-057A-Z510/Z530
5.7” PoE Panel PC with Touch Screen,
Intel® AtomZ510/Z530 CPU, Gigabit Ethernet, USB,
RS-232/422/485, RoHS Compliant, IP 64 Protection
Rev. 1.02 – 8 November, 2012

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Revision
Date Version Changes
8 November, 2012 1.02 Modified Table 3-3: COM1 Mode Settings (SW3)
14 September, 2011 1.01 Added a note on page 32 regarding the pinouts of the 5 V
DC input terminal block for the R10 model.
28 June, 2011 1.00 Initial release

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of the manufacturer.
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................. 2
1.1.1 Model Variations................................................................................................ 2
1.1.2 Standard Features.............................................................................................. 3
1.2 EXTERNAL OVERVIEW................................................................................................ 3
1.2.1 General Description........................................................................................... 3
1.2.2 Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 4
1.2.3 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................... 4
1.2.4 Top Panel and Side Panels................................................................................. 5
1.2.5 Bottom Panel...................................................................................................... 5
1.3 INTERNAL OVERVIEW................................................................................................. 6
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................... 6
1.5 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................... 8
2 PACKING LIST............................................................................................................. 9
2.1ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 10
2.2 UNPACKING PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................... 10
2.3 PACKING LIST............................................................................................................11
3 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 14
3.1 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS................................................................................... 15
3.2 INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION STEPS ............................................................. 15
3.3 CF CARD INSTALLATION .......................................................................................... 15
3.4 JUMPER SETTINGS .................................................................................................... 17
3.4.1 Access the Switches.......................................................................................... 17
3.4.2 COM1 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select ...................................................... 17
3.4.2.1 COM1 RS-422 and RS-485 Pinouts......................................................... 19
3.5 MOUNTING THE SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 19
3.5.1 Wall Mounting.................................................................................................. 20
3.5.2 Panel Mounting................................................................................................ 22
3.5.3 Arm/Stand Mounting........................................................................................ 24

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3.6 BOTTOM PANEL CONNECTORS ................................................................................. 25
3.6.1 LAN Connection (PoE Supported)................................................................... 25
3.6.1.1 GbE LAN Connector Pinouts ................................................................... 26
3.6.2 Serial Device Connection ................................................................................ 27
3.6.3 USB Device Connection................................................................................... 28
3.7 POWER-ON PROCEDURE........................................................................................... 29
3.7.1 Installation Checklist....................................................................................... 29
3.7.2 Power-on Procedure (PoE).............................................................................. 29
3.7.3 Power-on Procedure (Optional Power Adapter)............................................. 31
3.8 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 32
4 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 35
4.1 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION.................................................................. 36
4.2 MOTHERBOARD REPLACEMENT ............................................................................... 36
4.3 MEMORY MODULE REPLACEMENT........................................................................... 36
5 BIOS.............................................................................................................................. 39
5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 40
5.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 40
5.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 40
5.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 41
5.1.4 Unable to Reboot After Configuration Changes.............................................. 41
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar................................................................................................ 41
5.2 MAIN........................................................................................................................ 42
5.3ADVANCED............................................................................................................... 43
5.3.1 CPU Configuration.......................................................................................... 44
5.3.2 IDE Configuration........................................................................................... 45
5.3.2.1 IDE Master, IDE Slave ............................................................................. 46
5.3.3 Super IO Configuration ................................................................................... 50
5.3.4 Remote Access Configuration.......................................................................... 51
5.3.5 USB Configuration........................................................................................... 52
5.4 PCI/PNP................................................................................................................... 53
5.5 BOOT........................................................................................................................ 56
5.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration............................................................................. 56
5.6 SECURITY................................................................................................................. 58

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5.7 CHIPSET ................................................................................................................... 59
5.7.1 Northbridge Configuration.............................................................................. 60
5.7.2 Southbridge Configuration .............................................................................. 62
5.8 EXIT......................................................................................................................... 63
A SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................... 65
A.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................ 66
A.1.1 General Safety Precautions............................................................................. 66
A.1.2 Anti-static Precautions .................................................................................... 67
A.1.3 Product Disposal............................................................................................. 68
A.2 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING PRECAUTIONS........................................................ 68
A.2.1 Maintenance and Cleaning.............................................................................. 68
A.2.2 Cleaning Tools................................................................................................. 69
B BIOS OPTIONS .......................................................................................................... 70
C ONE KEY RECOVERY............................................................................................. 73
C.1 ONE KEY RECOVERY INTRODUCTION ...................................................................... 74
C.1.1 System Requirement ........................................................................................ 75
C.1.2 Supported Operating System........................................................................... 76
C.2 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR WINDOWS.......................................................................... 77
C.2.1 Hardware and BIOS Setup.............................................................................. 77
C.2.2 Create Partitions............................................................................................. 78
C.2.3 Install Operating System, Drivers and Applications....................................... 81
C.2.4 Build-up Recovery Partition............................................................................ 82
C.2.5 Create Factory Default Image ........................................................................ 84
C.3 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR LINUX................................................................................ 89
C.4 RECOVERY TOOL FUNCTIONS .................................................................................. 92
C.4.1 Factory Restore............................................................................................... 94
C.4.2 Backup System................................................................................................. 95
C.4.3 Restore Your Last Backup................................................................................ 96
C.4.4 Manual ............................................................................................................ 97
C.5 OTHER INFORMATION.............................................................................................. 98
C.5.1 Using AHCI Mode or ALi M5283 / VIA VT6421A Controller ........................ 98
C.5.2 System Memory Requirement........................................................................ 100
D TERMINOLOGY ..................................................................................................... 101

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E WATCHDOG TIMER............................................................................................... 105
F HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE........................................................ 108
F.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ..................................... 109

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: AFL-057A-Z510/Z530...................................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Front View....................................................................................................................4
Figure 1-3: Rear View.....................................................................................................................4
Figure 1-4: Top View.......................................................................................................................5
Figure 1-5: Side View......................................................................................................................5
Figure 1-6: AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 Bottom View............................................................................6
Figure 1-7: Dimensions (units in mm)..........................................................................................8
Figure 3-1: Back Cover Retention Screws.................................................................................16
Figure 3-2: CF Card Location......................................................................................................16
Figure 3-3: COM1 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Select Switch Locations.................................18
Figure 3-4: Wall-mounting Bracket.............................................................................................20
Figure 3-5: Chassis Support Screws..........................................................................................21
Figure 3-6: Secure the Panel PC.................................................................................................22
Figure 3-7: Panel Opening...........................................................................................................23
Figure 3-8: Tighten the Panel Mounting Clamp Screws...........................................................24
Figure 3-9: Arm/Stand Mounting Retention Screw Holes.........................................................25
Figure 3-10: LAN Connection......................................................................................................26
Figure 3-11: Serial Device Connector.........................................................................................27
Figure 3-12: USB Device Connection.........................................................................................28
Figure 3-13: RJ-45 Connector with PoE Support......................................................................30
Figure 3-14: IPS-2042TX Ethernet Switch ..................................................................................30
Figure 3-15: Power LED ...............................................................................................................31
Figure 3-16: Power Connector ....................................................................................................31
Figure 3-17: Power LED ...............................................................................................................32
Figure 3-18: Introduction Screen................................................................................................33
Figure 3-19: Available Drivers.....................................................................................................34
Figure 4-1: Motherboard Retention Screws...............................................................................37
Figure 4-2: DDR2 SO-DIMM Module Installation........................................................................38
Figure C-1: IEI One Key Recovery Tool Menu ...........................................................................74
Figure C-2: Launching the Recovery Tool.................................................................................78

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Figure C-3: Recovery Tool Setup Menu .....................................................................................79
Figure C-4: Command Mode........................................................................................................79
Figure C-5: Partition Creation Commands.................................................................................80
Figure C-6: Launching the Recovery Tool.................................................................................82
Figure C-7: System Configuration for Windows .......................................................................82
Figure C-8: Build-up Recovery Partition....................................................................................83
Figure C-9: Press any key to continue.......................................................................................83
Figure C-10: Press F3 to Boot into Recovery Mode..................................................................84
Figure C-11: Recovery Tool Menu ..............................................................................................84
Figure C-12: About Symantec Ghost Window...........................................................................85
Figure C-13: Symantec Ghost Path ............................................................................................85
Figure C-14: Select a Local Source Drive ..................................................................................86
Figure C-15: Select a Source Partition from Basic Drive .........................................................86
Figure C-16: File Name to Copy Image to ..................................................................................87
Figure C-17: Compress Image.....................................................................................................87
Figure C-18: Image Creation Confirmation................................................................................88
Figure C-19: Image Creation Process.........................................................................................88
Figure C-20: Image Creation Complete......................................................................................88
Figure C-21: Press Any Key to Continue ...................................................................................89
Figure C-22: Partitions for Linux.................................................................................................90
Figure C-23: System Configuration for Linux............................................................................91
Figure C-24: Access menu.lst in Linux (Text Mode).................................................................91
Figure C-25: Recovery Tool Menu ..............................................................................................92
Figure C-26: Recovery Tool Main Menu.....................................................................................93
Figure C-27: Restore Factory Default.........................................................................................94
Figure C-28: Recovery Complete Window.................................................................................94
Figure C-29: Backup System.......................................................................................................95
Figure C-30: System Backup Complete Window ......................................................................95
Figure C-31: Restore Backup......................................................................................................96
Figure C-32: Restore System Backup Complete Window........................................................96
Figure C-33: Symantec Ghost Window ......................................................................................97

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Model Variations...........................................................................................................2
Table 1-2: AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 System Specifications.............................................................7
Table 3-1: COM1 Mode Settings (SW1+SW4).............................................................................17
Table 3-2: COM1 Mode Settings (SW2).......................................................................................17
Table 3-3: COM1 Mode Settings (SW3).......................................................................................18
Table 3-4: RS-422 Pinouts ...........................................................................................................19
Table 3-5: RS-485 Pinouts ...........................................................................................................19
Table 3-6: Ethernet Connector Pinouts......................................................................................27
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys................................................................................................41

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BIOS Menus
BIOS Menu 1: Main.......................................................................................................................42
BIOS Menu 2: Advanced..............................................................................................................44
BIOS Menu 3: CPU Configuration...............................................................................................44
BIOS Menu 4: IDE Configuration.................................................................................................45
BIOS Menu 5: IDE Master and IDE Slave Configuration...........................................................46
BIOS Menu 6: Super IO Configuration........................................................................................50
BIOS Menu 7: Remote Access Configuration............................................................................51
BIOS Menu 8: USB Configuration...............................................................................................52
BIOS Menu 9: PCI/PnP Configuration.........................................................................................54
BIOS Menu 10: Boot.....................................................................................................................56
BIOS Menu 11: Boot Settings Configuration.............................................................................56
BIOS Menu 12: Security...............................................................................................................58
BIOS Menu 13: Chipset................................................................................................................60
BIOS Menu 14:Northbridge Chipset Configuration...................................................................60
BIOS Menu 15:Southbridge Chipset Configuration..................................................................62
BIOS Menu 16:Exit........................................................................................................................63

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Chapter
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1 Introduction

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1.1 Overview
Figure 1-1: AFL-057A-Z510/Z530
The AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 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 AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 comes fully kitted with a
high-performance motherboard and a host of other peripheral interface connectors. The
PoE (Power over Ethernet) function allows the AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 to meet multiple
application requirements. The AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 is designed for ease of use and easy
installation.
1.1.1 Model Variations
The models of AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 are listed in Table 1-1.
Model
LCD Brightness CPU Memory Touch screen
AFL-057A-Z510/R/1G 5.7” 400 cd/m2 Intel® Atom™ Z510 1 GB Yes
AFL-057A- Z530/R/1G 5.7” 400 cd/m2 Intel® Atom™ Z530 1 GB Yes
Table 1-1: Model Variations

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1.1.2 Standard Features
Some of the standard features of the AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 flat panel PC include:
5.7” LED backlight panel with 4-wire resistive touchscreen
Fanless Design
Intel® Atom™ Z510/Z530 processor up to 1.6 GHz
IEEE802.3af Power Over Ethernet (PoE) compliant
One 1 GB 533 MHz DDR2 memory module pre-installed
Rugged mechanism design with ABS/PC case
IP 64 dustproof and waterproof front panel
One GbE Ethernet port with PoE support
One CompactFlash® Type I/II slot
Wide operating temperature capability: -20ºC to 60ºC
IEI One Key Recovery solution for rapid OS backup and recovery (over 4 GB
storage capacity recommended)
RoHS compliance
1.2 External Overview
1.2.1 General Description
The AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 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 and power connector.

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1.2.2 Front Panel
The front side of the AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 is a flat panel TFT LCD screen surrounded by
an ABS/PC plastic frame.
Figure 1-2: Front View
1.2.3 Rear Panel
The rear panel provides access to retention screw holes that support the wall mounting.
Refer to Figure 1-3.
Figure 1-3: Rear View

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1.2.4 Top Panel and Side Panels
The top panel and side panels of AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 provides access to slots that
support panel mount and rack mount (Figure 1-4 and Figure 1-5).
Figure 1-4: Top View
Figure 1-5: Side View
1.2.5 Bottom Panel
The bottom panel of the AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 has the following I/O interfaces (Figure
1-6):
1 x 5 V DC power input connector
1 x RS-232 or RS-422/485 serial port connector (selected by a jumper)
1 x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet connector (supports PoE/PD)
1 x USB 2.0 connector

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Figure 1-6: AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 Bottom View
1.3 Internal Overview
The AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 internal components are protected in a plastic back cover.
Internal components, the motherboard, DDR memory module and CF card slot are
installed above a metal sheet that protects the rear of the TFT LCD screen. Below the
metal sheet is a circuit board that is connected to the LCD panel with LED backlight.
1.4 Specifications
The technical specifications for the AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 systems are listed in Table 1-2.
SPECIFICATION AFL-057A-Z510 AFL-057A-Z530
CPU 1.1 GHz Intel® AtomZ510 1.6 GHz Intel® AtomZ530
Chipset Intel® SCH US15W
Motherboard AFLMB-US15W
Memory Pre-installed 1 GB 533 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
(system max. 2 GB)
Front Panel ABS/PC plastic front panel
Chassis Aluminum die casting chassis
LCD Size 5.7”
Resolution 640 x 480
Brightness 400 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio 300:1
Colors 262K

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SPECIFICATION AFL-057A-Z510 AFL-057A-Z530
Pixel Pitch (H x V) 0.06 x 0.18
Viewing Angle (H-V) 140/100
LED Backlight MTBF 50,000 hrs
Touch Screen 4-wire resistive type
PoE Require IEEE 802.3af 12.95 W power input
Power Device PD (power-input)
SSD CompactFlash® Type I/II
Audio Realtek ALC269 HD audio codec
AMP 1.5W + AMP 1.5W (internal speaker)
I/O 1 x RS-232/422/485 serial port
1 x RJ-45 GbE Ethernet port supports IEEE 802.3af PoE/PD
1 x USB 2.0 port
1 x Reset switch
1 x 5 V DC power input connector
Watchdog Timer Software programmable supports 1~255 sec. system reset
Power 5 V DC power input OR PoE power from RJ-45 connector
(choose either one to power up the system)
Power Adapter 25W DC power adapter (optional)
-Input: 100 V AC ~ 240 V AC, 50Hz~60Hz
-Output: 5 V DC
Power Consumption 12.95 W (using PoE power)
Mounting Feature Panel, Wall, Arm, Stand (VESA 75 mm x 75 mm)
Operating Temperature -20ºC ~ 60ºC
Storage Temperature -20ºC ~ 60ºC
Vibration 5 - 17Hz, 0.1” double amplitude displacement.
17 - 640Hz, 1.5G acceleration, peak to peak.
Shock 10G Acceleration, peak to peak (11ms)
Dimension (W x H x D) 180 mm x 135 mm x 55 mm
Net/Gross Weight 0.8 Kg
Front Panel Protection IP 64 compliant
Safety/EMC CE, FCC, CB and CCC
Table 1-2: AFL-057A-Z510/Z530 System Specifications

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1.5 Dimensions
The dimensions of the AFL-056A-LX and AFL-057-LX flat panel PC are shown in Figure
1-7 below.
Figure 1-7: Dimensions (units in mm)

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Chapter
2
2 Packing List