IEI Technology UPC-V315-QM77 User manual

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User Manual
UPC-V315-QM77 Panel PC
MODEL:
UPC-V315-QM77
PanelPC with Touch Screen and Intel® Core™ i3-3217UE/
i7-3517UE Processor, GbE, Wireless, USB, Audio,
RS-232/422/485, RoHS Compliant, IP 65 Protection
Rev. 1.01 – 9 February, 2015

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Revision
Date Version Changes
9 February, 2015 1.01 Update P.N of Power adapter
4 July, 2014 1.00 Initial release

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Copyright
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of the manufacturer.
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Table ofContents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 MODEL VARIATIONS ................................................................................................... 3
1.3 FEATURES................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 EXTERNAL OVERVIEW................................................................................................ 3
1.4.1 Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 3
1.4.1.1 LED Indicators............................................................................................ 4
1.4.2 Bottom Panel...................................................................................................... 6
1.4.3 Side Panels......................................................................................................... 7
1.4.4 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................... 8
1.4.5 Frame (Function Keys)...................................................................................... 8
1.5 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................. 10
1.6 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................11
2 UNPACKING............................................................................................................... 14
2.1 UNPACKING.............................................................................................................. 15
2.2 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 16
3 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 18
3.1ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 19
3.2 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS................................................................................... 19
3.3 PREINSTALLED COMPONENTS................................................................................... 20
3.4 SSD INSTALLATION.................................................................................................. 20
3.5 MOUNTING THE SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 23
3.5.1 Wall Mounting.................................................................................................. 24
3.6 BOTTOM PANEL CONNECTORS.................................................................................. 27
3.6.1 External Peripheral Device Connection.......................................................... 27
3.6.2 ACC Mode Selection........................................................................................ 29
3.6.3 AT/ATX Power Mode Selection........................................................................ 29
3.6.4 Audio Connectors............................................................................................. 30
3.6.5 CAN-bus Terminal Block.................................................................................. 30

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3.6.6 HDMI Connector ............................................................................................. 30
3.6.7 LAN Connector ................................................................................................ 32
3.6.8 Power Input, 3-pin Terminal Block.................................................................. 33
3.6.9 Power Input, 4-pin DIN Connector ................................................................. 33
3.6.10 RJ-45 RS-232 Serial Port............................................................................... 34
3.6.11 RJ-45 RS-422/485 Serial Port........................................................................ 36
3.6.12 USB Connectors............................................................................................. 37
3.6.13 VGA Connector.............................................................................................. 39
3.7 REDUNDANT POWER ................................................................................................ 41
3.7.1 ACC ON ........................................................................................................... 42
3.7.1.1 Boot-up ..................................................................................................... 42
3.7.1.2 Switch to Backup Power........................................................................... 43
3.7.1.3 Shutdown .................................................................................................. 43
3.7.2 ACC OFF......................................................................................................... 44
3.7.2.1 Boot-up ..................................................................................................... 44
3.7.2.2 Switch to Backup Power........................................................................... 45
3.7.2.3 Shutdown .................................................................................................. 46
3.8 REMOTE CONTROL................................................................................................... 47
4 BIOS.............................................................................................................................. 48
4.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 49
4.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 49
4.1.2 Using Setup...................................................................................................... 49
4.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 50
4.1.4 Unable to Reboot after Configuration Changes.............................................. 50
4.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar................................................................................................ 50
4.2 MAIN........................................................................................................................ 51
4.3ADVANCED............................................................................................................... 52
4.3.1 ACPI Settings................................................................................................... 53
4.3.2 RTC Wake Settings........................................................................................... 54
4.3.3 CPU Configuration.......................................................................................... 55
4.3.4 SATA Configuration ......................................................................................... 57
4.3.5 Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology ....................................................................... 57
4.3.6 USB Configuration........................................................................................... 58
4.3.7 F81866 Super IO Configuration...................................................................... 59

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4.3.7.1 Serial Port n Configuration....................................................................... 60
4.3.8 H/W Monitor.................................................................................................... 63
4.3.9 Serial Port Console Redirection ...................................................................... 64
4.3.10 iEi Feature ..................................................................................................... 66
4.4 CHIPSET ................................................................................................................... 68
4.4.1 PCH-IO Configuration .................................................................................... 69
4.4.1.1 PCH Azalia Configuration........................................................................ 70
4.4.2 System Agent (SA) Configuration .................................................................... 71
4.4.2.1 Graphics Configuration............................................................................. 71
4.4.2.2 NB PCIe Configuration............................................................................. 74
4.4.2.3 Memory Configuration ............................................................................. 75
4.5 BOOT........................................................................................................................ 76
4.6 SECURITY................................................................................................................. 78
4.7 SAVE &EXIT............................................................................................................ 79
A BIOS MENU OPTIONS............................................................................................. 81
B ONE KEYRECOVERY............................................................................................. 84
B.1 ONE KEY RECOVERY INTRODUCTION ...................................................................... 85
B.1.1 System Requirement......................................................................................... 86
B.1.2 Supported Operating System........................................................................... 87
B.2 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR WINDOWS.......................................................................... 88
B.2.1 Hardware and BIOS Setup .............................................................................. 89
B.2.2 Create Partitions ............................................................................................. 89
B.2.3 Install Operating System, Drivers and Applications....................................... 93
B.2.4 Building the Recovery Partition...................................................................... 94
B.2.5 Create Factory Default Image......................................................................... 96
B.3AUTO RECOVERY SETUP PROCEDURE.................................................................... 101
B.4 SETUP PROCEDURE FOR LINUX.............................................................................. 105
B.5 RECOVERY TOOL FUNCTIONS ................................................................................ 109
B.5.1 Factory Restore ..............................................................................................110
B.5.2 Backup System................................................................................................111
B.5.3 Restore Your Last Backup...............................................................................112
B.5.4 Manual............................................................................................................113
B.6 RESTORE SYSTEMS FROM A LINUX SERVER THROUGH LAN...................................114
B.6.1 Configure DHCP Server Settings...................................................................115

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B.6.2 Configure TFTP Settings................................................................................116
B.6.3 Configure One Key Recovery Server Settings................................................117
B.6.4 Start the DHCP, TFTP and HTTP..................................................................118
B.6.5 Create Shared Directory.................................................................................118
B.6.6 Setup a Client System for Auto Recovery .......................................................119
B.7 OTHER INFORMATION............................................................................................ 122
B.7.1 Using AHCI Mode or ALi M5283 / VIA VT6421A Controller....................... 122
B.7.2 System Memory Requirement ........................................................................ 124
C SAFETY PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................... 125
C.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................... 126
C.1.1 General Safety Precautions........................................................................... 126
C.1.2 Anti-static Precautions.................................................................................. 127
C.1.3 Product Disposal........................................................................................... 127
C.2 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING PRECAUTIONS ...................................................... 128
C.2.1 Maintenance and Cleaning ........................................................................... 128
C.2.2 Cleaning Tools............................................................................................... 129
D HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE....................................................... 130
D.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY..................................... 131

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: UPC-V315-QM77 Panel PC .........................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Front View....................................................................................................................4
Figure 1-3: LED Indicators.............................................................................................................5
Figure 1-4: Bottom View ................................................................................................................7
Figure 1-5: Left Side View..............................................................................................................7
Figure 1-6: Right Side View ...........................................................................................................8
Figure 1-7: Rear View.....................................................................................................................8
Figure 1-8: Function Key Locations .............................................................................................9
Figure 1-9: UPC-V315-QM77 Dimensions (mm).........................................................................10
Figure 3-1: Remove the SSD Drive Bay Access Panel .............................................................21
Figure 3-2: Inserting the SSD ......................................................................................................21
Figure 3-3: Securing the SSD......................................................................................................22
Figure 3-4: SSD Installation.........................................................................................................22
Figure 3-5: VESA Mount Retention Screw Holes ......................................................................23
Figure 3-6: Mounting Brackets (Side Panels)............................................................................24
Figure 3-7: Wall-mounting Bracket.............................................................................................25
Figure 3-8: Chassis Support Screws..........................................................................................26
Figure 3-9: Secure the Panel PC .................................................................................................27
Figure 3-10: I/O Cover Retention Screws...................................................................................28
Figure 3-11: External Peripheral Device Connection................................................................28
Figure 3-12: Rubber Gasket Removal.........................................................................................28
Figure 3-13: Rubber Gasket and Cable ......................................................................................29
Figure 3-14: External Peripheral Device Connection Complete ..............................................29
Figure 3-15: ACC Mode Switch ...................................................................................................29
Figure 3-16: AT/ATX Power Mode Switch ..................................................................................30
Figure 3-17: CAN-bus Terminal Block Pinouts..........................................................................30
Figure 3-18: HDMI Connection ....................................................................................................31
Figure 3-19: LAN Connection......................................................................................................32
Figure 3-20: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector......................................................................................32
Figure 3-21: 3-pin Terminal Block Pinouts ................................................................................33
Figure 3-22: Power Input Connector...........................................................................................34

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Figure 3-23: RJ-45 RS-232 Serial Port Pinout Location............................................................34
Figure 3-24: DB-9 Connector Pinout Location ..........................................................................34
Figure 3-25: RJ-45 RS-232 Serial Device Connection...............................................................35
Figure 3-26: RJ-45 RS-422/485 Serial Port Pinout Location.....................................................36
Figure 3-27: DB-9 Connector Pinout Location ..........................................................................36
Figure 3-28: RJ-45 RS-422/485 Serial Device Connection........................................................37
Figure 3-29: USB Device Connection.........................................................................................38
Figure 3-30: VGA Connector .......................................................................................................39
Figure 3-31: VGA Connector .......................................................................................................40
Figure 3-32: Power Connectors ..................................................................................................41
Figure 3-33: ACC On: AT Mode...................................................................................................42
Figure 3-34: ACC On: ATX Mode.................................................................................................42
Figure 3-35: ACC On: Switch Between PWR1 and PWR2 ........................................................43
Figure 3-36: ACC On: Shutdown.................................................................................................44
Figure 3-37: ACC Off: AT Mode...................................................................................................45
Figure 3-38: ACC Off: ATX Mode ................................................................................................45
Figure 3-39: ACC Off: Switch Between PWR1 and PWR2........................................................45
Figure 3-40: ACC Off: Shutdown.................................................................................................46
Figure 3-41: Remote Control .......................................................................................................47
Figure B-1: IEI One Key Recovery Tool Menu ...........................................................................85
Figure B-2: Launching the Recovery Tool.................................................................................90
Figure B-3: Recovery Tool Setup Menu .....................................................................................90
Figure B-4: Command Prompt ....................................................................................................91
Figure B-5: Partition Creation Commands.................................................................................92
Figure B-6: Launching the Recovery Tool.................................................................................94
Figure B-7: Manual Recovery Environment for Windows........................................................94
Figure B-8: Building the Recovery Partition..............................................................................95
Figure B-9: Press Any Key to Continue .....................................................................................95
Figure B-10: Press F3 to Boot into Recovery Mode..................................................................96
Figure B-11: Recovery Tool Menu ..............................................................................................96
Figure B-12: About Symantec Ghost Window...........................................................................97
Figure B-13: Symantec Ghost Path ............................................................................................97
Figure B-14: Select a Local Source Drive ..................................................................................98
Figure B-15: Select a Source Partition from Basic Drive .........................................................98
Figure B-16: File Name to Copy Image to ..................................................................................99

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Figure B-17: Compress Image.....................................................................................................99
Figure B-18: Image Creation Confirmation..............................................................................100
Figure B-19: Image Creation Complete....................................................................................100
Figure B-20: Image Creation Complete....................................................................................100
Figure B-21: Press Any Key to Continue .................................................................................101
Figure B-22: Auto Recovery Utility...........................................................................................102
Figure B-23: Launching the Recovery Tool.............................................................................102
Figure B-24: Auto Recovery Environment for Windows ........................................................102
Figure B-25: Building the Auto Recovery Partition.................................................................103
Figure B-26: Factory Default Image Confirmation ..................................................................103
Figure B-27: Image Creation Complete....................................................................................104
Figure B-28: Press any key to continue...................................................................................104
Figure B-29: Partitions for Linux...............................................................................................106
Figure B-30: Manual Recovery Environment for Linux ..........................................................107
Figure B-31: Access menu.lst in Linux (Text Mode)...............................................................108
Figure B-32: Recovery Tool Menu ............................................................................................108
Figure B-33: Recovery Tool Main Menu...................................................................................109
Figure B-34: Restore Factory Default.......................................................................................110
Figure B-35: Recovery Complete Window...............................................................................111
Figure B-36: Backup System.....................................................................................................111
Figure B-37: System Backup Complete Window ....................................................................112
Figure B-38: Restore Backup ....................................................................................................112
Figure B-39: Restore System Backup Complete Window......................................................113
Figure B-40: Symantec Ghost Window ....................................................................................113

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: LED Indicators ..............................................................................................................6
Table 1-2: Function Keys...............................................................................................................9
Table 1-3: System Specifications................................................................................................13
Table 3-1: HDMI Pinouts ..............................................................................................................31
Table 3-2: LAN Pinouts ................................................................................................................33
Table 3-3: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector LEDs...............................................................................33
Table 3-4: RJ-45 RS-232 Serial Port Pinouts .............................................................................34
Table 3-5: DB-9 Connector Pinouts............................................................................................35
Table 3-6: RJ-45 RS-422/485 Serial Port Pinouts ......................................................................36
Table 3-7: DB-9 Connector Pinouts............................................................................................36
Table 3-8: USB Port Pinouts (USB 2.0).......................................................................................38
Table 3-9: USB Port Pinouts (USB 3.0).......................................................................................39
Table 3-10: VGA Connector Pinouts...........................................................................................39
Table 4-1: BIOS Navigation Keys................................................................................................50

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1Introduction
Chapter
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1.1 Overview
Figure 1-1: UPC-V315-QM77 Panel PC
The fanless UPC-V315-QM77 is Intel® Core™ i3-3217UE/i7-3517UE processor powered
panel PC with a rich variety of functions and peripherals. The UPC-V315-QM77 panel PC
is designed for easy and simplified integration into various vehicle applications.
An Intel® mobile QM77 express chipset ensures optimal memory, graphics, and
peripheral I/O support. The system comes with 2GB of preinstalled DDR3 SDRAM
ensuring smooth data throughputs with reduced bottlenecks and fast system access.
The redundant dual DC power input of the UPC-V315-QM77 increases the reliability of the
system and prevents data loss and system corruption from sudden power failure.
The CAN-bus interface allows the UPC-V315-QM77 to communication with vehicles. Four
serial ports, two external USB 3.0 ports and two external USB 2.0 ports ensure simplified
connectivity to a variety of external peripheral devices. Wi-Fi capabilities and dual RJ-45
GbE connectors ensure smooth connection of the system to an external LAN.

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1.2 Model Variations
The model numbers and model variations are listed below.
Model CPU
UPC-V315-QM77-i7/R/2G-R10 Intel® Core™ i7-3517UE Processor
UPC-V315-QM77-i3/R/2G-R10 Intel® Core™ i3-3217UE Processor
1.3 Features
All the UPC-V315-QM77 models feature the following:
Intel Ivy Bridge mobile chipset (QM77)
15'' 400 nits 1024 x 768 LCD with LED backlight
Full IP 65 compliant die-casting aluminum chassis
PCIe mini card expansion
Dual-DC input, 9V ~ 36V and 10.5V ~ 36V, switch automatically
ACC power support
Dual-band 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n 3T3R MIMO design
Reserved space for 3.75G / HSUPAUSB dongle
Built-in 2M pixels webcam with AF, AE and AWB capabilities
CAN-bus interface with isolation
F1 ~ F10 function keys with customization options
1.4 External Overview
The panel PC is a rectangular cubic structure that comprises of a screen, rear panel, top
panel, bottom panel and two side panels (left and right). An aluminum frame surrounds the
front screen. The rear panel provides screw holes for a wall-mounting bracket, and an arm
mounting interface. The bottom panel provides access to external interface connectors.
1.4.1 Front Panel
The front side of the UPC-V315-QM77 is a flat panel TFT LCD screen surrounded by an
aluminum frame. At the top of the front panel features one 2.0 megapixel webcam that

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supports auto-focus (AF), auto-exposure (AE) and auto white balance (AWB). The front
panel also has following buttons, LED indicators and sensors:
Buttons: F1~F10 (same as the function key on the keyboard)
LEDs
oPower 1 LED
oPower 2 LED
oAT/ATX power mode LED
oCPU temperature alert LED
oWi-Fi connection LED
oAuto dimming LED
oMicrophone on/off LED
oAudio mute LED
Sensors
oAmbient light sensor
oInfrared remote control sensor
Figure 1-2: Front View
1.4.1.1 LEDIndicators
The LED indicators on the front panel of the UPC-V315-QM77 are shown below.

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Figure 1-3: LED Indicators
The descriptions of each LED indicator are listed below.
LED Indicator Description
Power 1 Pulsing Orange: Power 1 is the main power and is in standby mode
Solid Orange: Power 1 is the second power and is in standby mode
Solid Blue: Power 1 is providing power to the system
Power 2 Pulsing Orange: Power 2 is the main power and is in standby mode
Solid Orange: Power 2 is the second power and is in standby mode
Solid Blue: Power 2 is providing power to the system
AT/ATX Power Mode Shows the power mode status. Controlled by the AT/ATX power mode
switch.
CPU Temperature Alert Blue: the CPU temperature is normal.
Red: the CPU temperature is too high.
Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi module is enabled or disabled. Controlled by the BIOS (see
Section 4.4.1).
Auto Dimming The auto dimming function is enabled or disabled. Controlled by the
BIOS (4.4.1).
Microphone The microphone is enabled or disabled. Controlled by the BIOS
(Section 4.4.1).
Audio Mute Light on when the audio is turned off.
Controlled by the hot keys (see Section 1.4.5).
Function Shows the status of the function key below the LED indicator. Blinks
when the corresponding button is pushed.
LCD on/off

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Volume Down
Volume Up
Brightness Down
Brightness Up
Table 1-1: LED Indicators
CAUTION:
If the CPU temperature alert LED shows in red, the user must lower the
environment temperature or close some running applications to cool
down the CPU.
1.4.2 Bottom Panel
The following is a list of the bottom panel peripheral device connectors on the
UPC-V315-QM77.
1 x 9 V ~ 36 V DC power input terminal block (Power I)
1 x 10.5 V ~ 36 V DC power input connector (Power II)
2 x Audio jacks (Line out ,MIC)
1 x CAN bus connector
1 x HDMI connector
2 x RJ-45 GbE connectors
3 x RS-232 serial port connectors by RJ-45
1 x RS-422/485 serial port connector by RJ-45
2 x USB 2.0 connectors
2 x USB 3.0 connectors
1 x VGA connector
The bottom panel also includes the following switches and buttons:

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1 x ACC on/off switch
1 x AT/ATX power mode switch
1 x Clear CMOS switch
1 x Reset button
Figure 1-4: Bottom View
1.4.3 Side Panels
The left side panel of the panel PC provides access to the SSD dive bay. (Figure 1-5)
Figure 1-5: Left Side View

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Figure 1-6: Right Side View
1.4.4 Rear Panel
The rear panel has retention screw holes that support a wall-mounting bracket.
Figure 1-7: Rear View
1.4.5 Frame (Function Keys)
An aluminum frame surrounds the TFT LCD screen. The aluminum frame of the
UPC-V315-QM77 contains several function keys that control audio volume, LCD
brightness and some other system components.