Kontron KBox A-150-HSW User manual

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KBOX
A-150-HSW – USER GUIDE
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Intended Use
THIS DEVICE AND ASSOCIATED SOFTWARE ARE NOT DESIGNED, MANUFACTURED OR INTENDED FOR USE
OR RESALE FOR THE OPERATION OF NUCLEAR FACILITIES, THE NAVIGATION, CONTROL OR
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS FOR AIRCRAFT OR OTHER TRANSPORTATION, AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL, LIFE
SUPPORT OR LIFE SUSTAINING APPLICATIONS, WEAPONS SYSTEMS, OR ANY OTHER APPLICATION IN A
HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT, OR REQUIRING FAIL-SAFE PERFORMANCE, OR IN WHICH THE FAILURE OF
PRODUCTS COULD LEAD DIRECTLY TO DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR SEVERE PHYSICAL OR
ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE (COLLECTIVELY, "HIGH RISK APPLICATIONS").
You understand and agree that your use of Kontron devices as a component in High Risk Applications is entirely at
your risk. To minimize the risks associated with your products and applications, you should provide adequate design
and operating safeguards. You are solely responsible for compliance with all legal, regulatory, safety, and security
related requirements concerning your products. You are responsible to ensure that your systems (and any Kontron
hardware or software components incorporated in your systems) meet all applicable requirements. Unless otherwise
stated in the product documentation, the Kontron device is not provided with error-tolerance capabilities and cannot
therefore be deemed as being engineered, manufactured or setup to be compliant for implementation or for resale as
device in High Risk Applications. All application and safety related information in this document (including application
descriptions, suggested safety measures, suggested Kontron products, and other materials) is provided for reference
only.

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Revision History
Revision Brief Description of Changes Date of Issue Author/
Editor
1.0 Initial Issue 2018-September-13 HJS
Terms and Conditions
Kontron warrants products in accordance with defined regional warranty periods. For more information about
warranty compliance and conformity, and the warranty period in your region, visit http://www.kontron.com/terms-
and-conditions.
Kontron sells products worldwide and declares regional General Terms & Conditions of Sale, and Purchase Order
Terms & Conditions. Visit http://www.kontron.com/terms-and-conditions.
For contact information, refer to the corporate offices contact information on the last page of this user guide or visit
our website CONTACT US.
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expertise coupled with collaborative and highly-experienced support enables Kontron to provide exceptional peace of
mind to build and maintain successful products.
For more details on Kontron’s service offerings such as: enhanced repair services, extended warranty, Kontron
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Symbols
The following symbols may be used in this user guide
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE indicates a property damage message.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Electric Shock!
This symbol and title warn of hazards due to electrical shocks (> 60
V) when touching
products or parts of products. Failure to observe the precautions indicated
and/or
prescribed by the law may endanger your life/health and/or result in damage to your
material.
ESD Sensitive Device!
This symbol and title inform that the electronic boards and their components are sensitive
to static electricity. Care must the
refore be taken during all handling operations and
inspections of this product in order to ensure product integrity at all times.
HOT Surface!
Do NOT touch! Allow to cool before servicing.
Laser!
This symbol inform of the risk of exposure to laser beam and light emitting devices (LEDs)
from an electrical device. Eye protection per manufacturer notice shall review before
servicing.
This symbol indicates general information about the product and the user guide.
This symbol also indicates detail information about the specific product configuration.
This symbol precedes helpful hints and tips for daily use.

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For Your Safety
Your new Kontron product was developed and tested carefully to provide all features necessary to ensure its
compliance with electrical safety requirements. It was also designed for a long fault-free life. However, the life
expectancy of your product can be drastically reduced by improper treatment during unpacking and installation.
Therefore, in the interest of your own safety and of the correct operation of your new Kontron product, you are
requested to conform with the following guidelines.
High Voltage Safety Instructions
As a precaution and in case of danger, the power connector must be easily accessible. The power connector is the
product’s main disconnect device.
Warning
All operations on this product must be carried out by sufficiently skilled personnel only.
Electric Shock!
Before installing a non hot-swappable Kontron product into a system always ensure that
your mains power is switched off. This also applies to the installation of piggybacks. Serious
electrical shock hazards can exist during all installation, repair, and maintenance operations
on this product. Therefore, always unplug the power cable and any other cables which
provide external voltages before performing any work on this product.
Earth ground connection to vehicle’s chassis or a central grounding point shall remain
connected. The earth ground cable shall be the last cable to be disconnected or the first
cable to be connected when performing installation or removal procedures on this product.
Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction
ESD Sensitive Device!
Electronic boards and their components are sensitive to static electricity. Therefore, care
must be taken during all handling operations and inspections of this product, in order to
ensure product integrity at all times.
Do not handle this product out of its protective enclosure while it is not used for operational purposes unless it is
otherwise protected.
Whenever possible, unpack or pack this product only at EOS/ESD safe work stations. Where a safe work station is not
guaranteed, it is important for the user to be electrically discharged before touching the product with his/her hands
or tools. This is most easily done by touching a metal part of your system housing.
It is particularly important to observe standard anti-static precautions when changing piggybacks, ROM devices,
jumper settings etc. If the product contains batteries for RTC or memory backup, ensure that the product is not placed
on conductive surfaces, including anti-static plastics or sponges. They can cause short circuits and damage the
batteries or conductive circuits on the product.

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Lithium Battery Precautions
If your product is equipped with a lithium battery, take the following precautions when replacing the battery.
Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly.
Replace only with same or equivalent battery type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
General Instructions on Usage
In order to maintain Kontron’s product warranty, this product must not be altered or modified in any way. Changes or
modifications to the product, that are not explicitly approved by Kontron and described in this user guide or received
from Kontron Support as a special handling instruction, will void your warranty.
This product should only be installed in or connected to systems that fulfill all necessary technical and specific
environmental requirements. This also applies to the operational temperature range of the specific board version
that must not be exceeded. If batteries are present, their temperature restrictions must be taken into account.
In performing all necessary installation and application operations, only follow the instructions supplied by the
present user guide.
Keep all the original packaging material for future storage or warranty shipments. If it is necessary to store or ship
the product then re-pack it in the same manner as it was delivered.
Special care is necessary when handling or unpacking the product. See Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction.
Quality and Environmental Management
Kontron aims to deliver reliable high-end products designed and built for quality, and aims to complying with
environmental laws, regulations, and other environmentally oriented requirements. For more information regarding
Kontron’s quality and environmental responsibilities, visit http://www.kontron.com/about-kontron/corporate-
responsibility/quality-management.
Disposal and Recycling
Kontron’s products are manufactured to satisfy environmental protection requirements where possible. Many of the
components used are capable of being recycled. Final disposal of this product after its service life must be
accomplished in accordance with applicable country, state, or local laws or regulations.
WEEE Compliance
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive aims to:
Reduce waste arising from electrical and electronic equipment (EEE)
Make producers of EEE responsible for the environmental impact of their products, especially when the product
become waste
Encourage separate collection and subsequent treatment, reuse, recovery, recycling and sound environmental
disposal of EEE
Improve the environmental performance of all those involved during the lifecycle of EEE
Environmental protection is a high priority with Kontron.
Kontron follows the WEEE directive
You are encouraged to return our products for proper disposal.

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Table of Contents
Symbols.................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
For Your Safety ...................................................................................................................................................................................................7
High Voltage Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................................7
Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction ............................................................................................................................................7
Lithium Battery Precautions.......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
General Instructions on Usage..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Quality and Environmental Management................................................................................................................................................ 8
Disposal and Recycling.................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
WEEE Compliance.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Table of Contents...............................................................................................................................................................................................9
List of Tables ......................................................................................................................................................................................................11
List of Figures....................................................................................................................................................................................................12
1/ General Safety Instructions for IT Equipment.........................................................................................................................13
2/ Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................................................15
3/ Standards and Approvals ...............................................................................................................................................................16
3.1. CE 16
3.2. Electromagnetic Compatibility.............................................................................................................................................................16
3.3. Safety............................................................................................................................................................................................................16
3.4. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMV)/Low Voltage Directive..................................................................................................16
3.5. RoHS..............................................................................................................................................................................................................16
3.6. WEEE.............................................................................................................................................................................................................16
4/ Shipment and Unpacking ................................................................................................................................................................17
4.1. Packaging.....................................................................................................................................................................................................17
4.2. Unpacking ...................................................................................................................................................................................................17
4.3. Scope of Delivery......................................................................................................................................................................................17
4.4. Product Variants.......................................................................................................................................................................................17
4.4.1. Accessories .............................................................................................................................................................................................18
4.5. Optional Parts (System Expansion) ...................................................................................................................................................18
4.6. Optional System Extension...................................................................................................................................................................18
4.7. Type Label and Product Identification...............................................................................................................................................19
5/ Product Overview .............................................................................................................................................................................20
5.1. Front View....................................................................................................................................................................................................21
5.1.1. Power Connector (PWR)......................................................................................................................................................................22
5.1.2. Protective Earth.....................................................................................................................................................................................22
5.1.3. Display Port (DP1, DP2) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 22
5.1.4. Ethernet (LAN1, LAN2, LAN3) ............................................................................................................................................................22
5.1.5. USB 3.0 Ports (USB0, USB1, USB2, USB3)......................................................................................................................................22
5.1.6. Power Button .........................................................................................................................................................................................23
5.1.7. Serial Port (X1, X2) optional (X3, X4)...............................................................................................................................................23
5.2. Views ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................23
5.2.1. Rear View.................................................................................................................................................................................................23
5.2.2. Side views...............................................................................................................................................................................................24
5.3. Bottom View..............................................................................................................................................................................................24
6/ System Extension ............................................................................................................................................................................. 25
6.1. Storage ........................................................................................................................................................................................................25
6.1.1. External HDD/SSD Drive Bay............................................................................................................................................................. 25

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6.1.2. Internal mSATA SSD............................................................................................................................................................................. 25
6.2. Expansion Cards –mPCIe ...................................................................................................................................................................... 25
7/ Accessing Components...................................................................................................................................................................26
7.1. Accessing External Components.........................................................................................................................................................26
7.1.1. HDD/SSD Drive Bay...............................................................................................................................................................................26
7.2. Accessing Internal Components......................................................................................................................................................... 27
7.2.1. Opening the Chassis............................................................................................................................................................................. 27
7.2.2. Installing and Removing Internal mSATA SSD............................................................................................................................28
7.2.3. Installing and Removing mPCIE Expansion Cards.....................................................................................................................28
8/ Thermal Considerations .................................................................................................................................................................30
8.1. Heatsink ......................................................................................................................................................................................................30
8.2. Heatsink Fins (Optional)........................................................................................................................................................................30
9/ Installation Instructions..................................................................................................................................................................31
9.1. DIN Rail Mounting .....................................................................................................................................................................................31
9.2. Power Connector .....................................................................................................................................................................................32
9.2.1. Wiring the DC Mating Power Connector ....................................................................................................................................... 32
10/ Starting Up...........................................................................................................................................................................................34
10.1. Connecting to Power Supply ..............................................................................................................................................................34
10.1.1. Power Button ........................................................................................................................................................................................34
10.2. Operating System (OS) and Drivers.................................................................................................................................................34
11/ Technical Data ................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
11.1. Block Diagram .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
11.2. Technical Specification.........................................................................................................................................................................36
11.3. Mechanical Specification .....................................................................................................................................................................36
11.4. Power Specification...............................................................................................................................................................................39
11.4.1. Power Consumption ...........................................................................................................................................................................39
11.4.2. Protective Earth Stud Bolt ...............................................................................................................................................................39
11.5. Environmental Specification...............................................................................................................................................................39
12/ Interface Pin Assignments.............................................................................................................................................................40
12.1. External Connector Pin Assignment ................................................................................................................................................40
12.1.1. GBE LAN RJ45 Connector (CN11, CN12, CN13) ..............................................................................................................................40
12.1.2. USB 3.0 Port ..........................................................................................................................................................................................40
12.1.3. COM1, COM2 RS 232/422/485 Connectors (CN15, CN16).......................................................................................................40
12.1.4. Input Power Connector (PWR).........................................................................................................................................................41
12.1.5. DisplayPort Port-1 Connector and Dual Mode Port-2 Connector ........................................................................................41
12.2. Internal Connectors Overview...........................................................................................................................................................42
12.3. Internal Connector Pin Assignment.................................................................................................................................................43
12.3.1. Battery Power Input Wafer (BAT1)................................................................................................................................................43
12.3.2. SATA HDD Power Output Wafer (CN1).........................................................................................................................................43
12.3.3. USB2.0 Port 10, 11 Pin Header (CN5).............................................................................................................................................43
12.3.4. Right Channel 2W Audio AMP Output Wafer (CN7) ................................................................................................................45
12.3.5. Left Channel 2W Audio AMP Output Wafer (CN8)...................................................................................................................45
12.3.6. Audio Pin Header (CN9)....................................................................................................................................................................45
12.3.7. Digital Input/Output Wafer (CN10)...............................................................................................................................................45
12.3.8. RS-232/422/485 Port 1 Wafer (CN15) ........................................................................................................................................46
12.3.9. RS-232/422/485 Port 2 Wafer (CN16)........................................................................................................................................46
12.3.10. SIM Interface Wafer for MPCIE2 (CN17) ....................................................................................................................................46
12.3.11. Backlight Power Output Wafer for LVDS1 (CN18)................................................................................................................... 47
12.3.12. CPU Fan Wafer (FAN1)..................................................................................................................................................................... 47

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12.3.13. Front Panel 1 Pin Header (FP1) .....................................................................................................................................................47
12.3.14. Front Panel 2 Pin Header (FP2)....................................................................................................................................................48
12.3.15. Primary 24-bit, 2-channel LVDS Panel Connector (LVDS1) ................................................................................................48
12.3.16. mPCIe Express v 1.2 socket /mSATA (MPCIE1)........................................................................................................................49
12.3.17. mPCIE Express V1.2 Socket (mPCIE2)......................................................................................................................................... 50
12.3.18. Serial ATA Port 0/1 Connector (SATA1 and SATA2)...............................................................................................................50
12.3.19. 24V DC to 12V DC Converter...........................................................................................................................................................51
12.4. Jumpers.....................................................................................................................................................................................................52
12.4.1. Jumpers Overview .............................................................................................................................................................................. 52
12.4.2. Panel & Backlight Power Selection for LVDS1 (JP1)................................................................................................................ 53
12.4.3. AT_ATX Mode/MPCIE1 mSATA/mPCIE Selection (JP2) ......................................................................................................... 53
12.4.4. Backlight Power Enable Selection for LVDS1 (JP3) ................................................................................................................. 53
12.4.5. MPCIE Activity LED Indication (JP4).............................................................................................................................................. 53
12.4.6. USB Power Selection (JP5) ..............................................................................................................................................................54
12.4.7. Flash Description Security Override (JP6)..................................................................................................................................54
12.4.8. RTC Reset (JP7) ...................................................................................................................................................................................54
12.4.9. SRTC Reset Selection (JP8) .............................................................................................................................................................54
13/ BIOS........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 55
13.1. Setup Menus ............................................................................................................................................................................................56
13.2. Main Menu................................................................................................................................................................................................56
13.3. Advanced Menu.......................................................................................................................................................................................57
13.4. Power Menu ............................................................................................................................................................................................60
13.5. Boot Menu .................................................................................................................................................................................................61
13.6. Security Menu .........................................................................................................................................................................................62
13.7. Save and Exit ...........................................................................................................................................................................................64
14/ Technical Support.............................................................................................................................................................................66
14.1. Returning Defective Merchandise ....................................................................................................................................................66
15/ Storage, Transportation and Maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 67
15.1. Storage....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 67
15.2. Transportation........................................................................................................................................................................................ 67
15.3. Maintenance............................................................................................................................................................................................ 67
15.3.1. Replacing the Lithium Battery ........................................................................................................................................................ 67
16/ Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................................................................68
17/ Disposal................................................................................................................................................................................................69
Appendix A: List of Acronyms.....................................................................................................................................................................70
About Kontron ...................................................................................................................................................................................................71
List of Tables
Table 1: Scope of Delivery ..............................................................................................................................................................................17
Table 2: Product Variants ..............................................................................................................................................................................17
Table 3: Product Versions..............................................................................................................................................................................18
Table 4: Accessories........................................................................................................................................................................................18
Table 5: Technical Data ................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Table 6: Mechanical Specification .............................................................................................................................................................36
Table 7: Power Specification........................................................................................................................................................................39
Table 8: Power Consumption ......................................................................................................................................................................39
Table 9: Environmental Specification....................................................................................................................................................... 39
Table 10: GBE LAN Connector ......................................................................................................................................................................40
Table 11: LED activity.......................................................................................................................................................................................40

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Table 12: USB Port ...........................................................................................................................................................................................40
Table 13: Serial Port ........................................................................................................................................................................................40
Table 14: DisplayPort.......................................................................................................................................................................................41
Table 15: Mainboard Internal Connectors ...............................................................................................................................................42
Table 16: Mainboard Jumpers...................................................................................................................................................................... 52
Table 17: Navigation Hot Keys Available in the Legend Bar............................................................................................................... 55
Table 18: Advanced Menu..............................................................................................................................................................................57
Table 19: Power Menu....................................................................................................................................................................................60
Table 20: Boot Setup Menu Sub-screens and Functions....................................................................................................................61
Table 21: Security Setup Menu Sub-screens and Functions ............................................................................................................. 63
Table 22: Save and Exit Setup Menu Sub-screens and Functions ..................................................................................................64
Table 23: List of Acronyms...........................................................................................................................................................................70
List of Figures
Figure 1: KBox A-150-HSW.............................................................................................................................................................................15
Figure 2: Type Label.........................................................................................................................................................................................19
Figure 3: KBox A-150-HSW Overview........................................................................................................................................................20
Figure 4: Front View (External HDD/SSD drive bay variant)..............................................................................................................21
Figure 5: Front View (without external HDD/SSD drive bay variant)............................................................................................. 22
Figure 6: Top View...........................................................................................................................................................................................23
Figure 7: Rear View..........................................................................................................................................................................................23
Figure 8: Left and Right View.......................................................................................................................................................................24
Figure 9: Left and Right View.......................................................................................................................................................................24
Figure 10: Bottom View..................................................................................................................................................................................24
Figure 11: Front Panel Fastening Screws ................................................................................................................................................. 27
Figure 12: Bottom Side fastening screws ................................................................................................................................................ 27
Figure 13: Heaksink Fins ................................................................................................................................................................................30
Figure 14: DIN Rail Position............................................................................................................................................................................31
Figure 15: DIN Rail Clamp Screw Dimensions..........................................................................................................................................31
Figure 16: DIN Rail Mounting Options........................................................................................................................................................32
Figure 17: Phoenix Power Mating Connector.......................................................................................................................................... 32
Figure 18: Block Diagram............................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 19: Dimensions Top Side .................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Figure 20: Dimension Bottom Side ............................................................................................................................................................ 37
Figure 21: Dimensions Front Side (50.00 mm without HDD, with HDD height is 58.00 mm) .................................................38
Figure 22: Dimensions Rear Side (50.00 mm without HDD, with HDD height is 58.00 mm).................................................. 38
Figure 23: Dimensions Left and Right Sides (50.00 mm without HDD, with HDD height is 58.00 mm) ............................ 38
Figure 24: Input Power ...................................................................................................................................................................................41
Figure 25: Mating Connector.........................................................................................................................................................................41
Figure 26: Mainboard Top View..................................................................................................................................................................42
Figure 27: Mainboard Top View .................................................................................................................................................................. 52
Figure 28: BIOS Main Menu .......................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Figure 29: Advanced Menu............................................................................................................................................................................57
Figure 30: Power Menu..................................................................................................................................................................................60
Figure 31: Boot Menu.......................................................................................................................................................................................61
Figure 32: Security Menu ..............................................................................................................................................................................62
Figure 33: Save and Exit Menu....................................................................................................................................................................64

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1/ General Safety Instructions for IT Equipment
Please read this chapter carefully and take careful note of the instructions, which have been
compiled for your safety and to ensure to apply in accordance with intended regulations. If
the following general safety instructions are not observed, it could lead to injuries to the
operator and/or damage of the product; in cases of nonobservance of the instructions
Kontron is exempt from accident liability, this also applies during the warranty period.
The product has been built and tested according to the basic safety requirements for low voltage (LVD) applications
and has left the manufacturer in safety-related, flawless condition. To maintain this condition and also to ensure safe
operation, the operator must not only observe the correct operating conditions for the product but also the following
general safety instructions:
The product must be used as specified in the product documentation, in which the instructions for safety for the
product and for the operator are described. These contain guidelines for setting up, installation and assembly,
maintenance, transport or storage.
The on-site electrical installation must meet the requirements of the country's specific local regulations.
If a power cable comes with the product, only this cable should be used. Do not use an extension cable to connect
the product.
To guarantee that sufficient air circulation is available to cool the product, please ensure that the ventilation
openings are not covered or blocked. If an air filter is provided, this should be cleaned regularly. Do not place the
system close to heat sources or damp places. Make sure the system is well ventilated.
Only devices or parts which fulfill the requirements of SELV circuits (Safety Extra Low Voltage) as stipulated by
IEC 60950-1 may be connected to the available interfaces.
Before opening the device, make sure that the device is disconnected from the mains.
Switching off the device by its power button does not disconnect it from the mains. Complete disconnection is
only possible if the power cable is removed from the wall plug or from the device. Ensure that there is free and
easy access to enable disconnection.
The device may only be opened for the insertion or removal of add-on cards (depending on the configuration of
the system). This may only be carried out by qualified operators.
If extensions are being carried out, the following must be observed:
All effective legal regulations and all technical data are adhered to.
The power consumption of any add-on card does not exceed the specified limitations.
The current consumption of the system does not exceed the value stated on the product label.
Only original accessories that have been approved by Kontron can be used.
Please note: safe operation is no longer possible when any of the following applies:
The device has visible damages.
The device is no longer functioning.
In this case the device must be switched off and it must be ensured that the device can no longer be operated.

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Additional safety instructions for DC power supply circuits
To guarantee safe operation of devices with DC power supply voltages larger than 60 volts DC or a power
consumption larger than 240 VA, please observe that:
the device is set up, installed and operated in a room or enclosure marked with “RESTRICTED ACCESS”, if
there are no safety messages on product as safety signs and labels on the device itself.
no cables or parts without insulation in electrical circuits with dangerous voltage or power should be
touched directly or indirectly
a reliable protective earthing connection is provided
a suitable, easily accessible disconnecting device is used in the application (e.g. overcurrent protective
device), if the device itself is not disconnectable
a disconnect device, if provided in or as part of the equipment, shall disconnect both poles simultaneously
interconnecting power circuits of different devices cause no electrical hazards
A sufficient dimensioning of the power cable wires must be selected – according to the maximum electrical
specifications on the product label – as stipulated by EN60950-1 or VDE0100 or EN60204 or UL508 regulations.
The devices do not generally fulfill the requirements for "centralized DC power systems“ (UL 60950-1, Annex
NAB; D2) and therefore may not be connected to such devices!

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2/ Introduction
Kontron’s KBox A-150-HSW is developed specifically for control cabinet applications. The new KBox A-150-HSW with
a turnable heatsink offers flexible DIN Rail mounting positions even when space is limited. The fanless design ensures
a significantly prolonged lifespan and high system availability.
The KBox A-150-HSW offers high processor performance at low power dissipation by an Intel® Core™ i5-4300U
processor. Due to the varied amount of onboard interfaces such as GbE, USB 3.0, USB 2,0, DisplayPort, the KBox A-
150-HSW enables connectivity for nearly all applications and supports memory expandability via mSATA SSD memory
expansion.
General KBox A-150-HSW features are:
Intel® Core™ i5-4300U
up to 8 GB RAM DDR3L memory
Additional 64 GB up to 512 GB memory storage via SSD (option)
External Interfaces 2x DisplayPort, 3x GbE, 4x USB 3.0, 2x COM (RS232, RS422, RS485, BIOS configurable)
Fanless passive cooling
Supports Kontron APPROTECT optionally
The KBox A-150-HSW is intended for 24/7 continuous operation and longtime industrial applications. All components
are selected to ensure a long lifetime.
This user guide describes the KBox A-150-HSW. New users are recommended to study the installation instructions
within this user guide before switching on the power.
Figure 1: KBox A-150-HSW
The KBox A-150-HSW is factory configured to meet customer requirements. Kontron does
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3/ Standards and Approvals
The KBox A-150-HSW conforms to the requirements of the following standards.
If the user modifies the product, prerequisites for specific approvals such as CE conformity
declaration (safety requirements) may no longer apply.
3.1. CE
This product is CE certified.
3.2. Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product has been designed for low level of radiated emission for residential, commercial and light-industrial
environments and high immunity level for industrial environmental and complies with the EN 55022 class B
specification for radiated and conducted emissions.
EN 55022 Class B Emission of Information Technology Equipment (ITE), radio disturbance characteristics
and limits and methods of measurement (Class B)
3.3. Safety
This product complies with the safety requirements for electrical equipment.
Safety complies with the General Product Safety Directive 2001/95/EC
3.4. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMV)/Low Voltage Directive
Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMV)
Complies with the European directive relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility
2014/30/EU
Low Voltage Directive complies with the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
3.5. RoHS
RoHS II Directives Compliant with the directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic equipment
3.6. WEEE
WEEE Directive Compliant with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
2011/65/EU +2015/863/EU +2017/2102/EU to reduce waste of electrical and electronic
equipment, encourage recycling and environmental disposal and increase the
environmental awareness of producers

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4/ Shipment and Unpacking
4.1. Packaging
All parts are delivered together in a product specific cardboard package designed to provide adequate protection to
absorb shock. Kontron recommends keeping the packaging to store or transport the product.
4.2. Unpacking
Proceed as follows to unpack the unit:
1. Remove packaging.
2. Do not discard the original packaging. Keep it for future relocation.
3. Check the delivery for completeness by comparing it with your order.
4. Please keep the associated paperwork. It contains important information for handling the unit.
5. Check the contents for visible shipping damage.
6. If you notice any shipping damage or inconsistencies between the contents and your order, contact Kontron for
help and information.
4.3. Scope of Delivery
Check that your delivery is complete, and contains the items below (according to the ordered unit configuration). If
you discover damaged or missing items, contact your dealer.
Table 1: Scope of Delivery
Part Qty. Remark
KBox A-150 HSW 1
AC power supply 1 option – order separately
AC power cord 1 option – order separately
Phoenix power connector 1
Safety Instructions 1 in user guide
4.4. Product Variants
The following factory configured product variants are available for the KBox A-150-HSW product family.
KBox A-150-ccc-r-f-1-s-w-o
Table 2: Product Variants
Variant
Code
Description Options
KBox A-150 Product Family KBox A -150 family of DIN Rail Industrial Computers
ccc Chipset BYT; HSW (Intel® Core™ i5-4300U); SKL; APL; KBL
r Ram Size 1=4 GB; 2=8 GB
f Flash mSATA 0=not installed; 1=32 GB; 2=64 GB; 3=128 GB; 4=256 GB; 5=512GB
h 2.5” SSD 0=no SSD; 1=SSD externally removable; 2=internal 2.5 inch SSD

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Variant
Code
Description Options
s Internal 2.5”
SSD
0= not installed; 1=32 GB; 2=64 GB; 3=128 GB; 4=256 GB; 5=512 GB
o Operating
System
0=none; 1=W7P; 2=W7U; 3=W8.1; 4=W10; 5=LIN
Table 3: Product Versions
Product Part Description
KBox A-150-HSW with
SSD drive bay
KBox A-150-HSW/RE-Rail-PC; KEEX-5101 i5-4300U; 4 GB DDR-3-
SODIMM, drive bay for SSD
KBox A-150-HSW
(standard)
KBox A-150-HSW/RE-Rail-PC; KEEX-5101 i5-4300U; 4 GB DDR-3-
SODIMM
4.4.1. Accessories
Table 4: Accessories
Part Part Description
Power Supply External power supply
Power Cord 230 V power Cord
7 mm – 9.5 mm Adapter/Spacer 7 mm – 9.5 mm Adapter/Spacer for 2.5 “ HDD/SSD drives
Heatsink fins External fins that attach to heat sink plate
4.5. Optional Parts (System Expansion)
External accessible drive bay for 2.5"SATA HDD/SSDs
Internal drive bay for 2.5"SATA HDD/SSDs
4.6. Optional System Extension
1x mPCIe card
1x mSATA

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4.7. Type Label and Product Identification
The type label is position on the side of the chassis.
Figure 2: Type Label
1. Product name (KBox A-150-HSW)
2. Model number with barcode
3. Serial Number (S/N) with barcode
4. For internal product use
5. Certification information
6. Technical data/Manufacturer/Address (red
frame)
1
2
3
4
5
6

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5/ Product Overview
The KBox A-150-HSW is based on the industrial grade box PC with Intel® ULT i5-4300U (option: w/ i7-4650)
processor. The series is a fanless device with passive cooling. Operating systems are Windows 7, Windows 10 or
Linux.
Figure 3: KBox A-150-HSW Overview
The KBox A-150-HSW is designed for operation in a DIN rail environment using either a
horizontal and vertical orientation. For more information, see Chapter 9/ Installation
Instructions.