MECH MIND IPC ADV Series User manual

Mech-Mind IPC ADV User
Manual

Table of Contents
Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê1
1. Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê2
1.1. General Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê2
2. Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê3
2.1. CE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê3
2.2. FCC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê3
3. Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê5
4. Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê7
4.1. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê7
4.2. Product Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê7
4.3. Mechanical Dimensions & Mounting Holes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê8
5. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê9
5.1. Unpacking Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê9
5.2. Installation Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê10
5.3. Mount the System with the Handlers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê10
6. External Interface Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê12
6.1. Power Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê12
6.2. Ethernet Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê12
6.3. Digital I/O Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê13
6.4. DB-9 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê13
7. Maintenance and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê15
7.1. Cleaning Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê15
7.2. Cleaning Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê15
8. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê16
9. Obtain Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê17
Appendix A: Error Beep Codes During Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê18
A.1. PEI Beep Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê18
A.2. DXE Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê18
Appendix B: Hazardous Material Disclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ê19

Preface
This user manual applies to the industrial PCs (IPCs) of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV model.
The IPCs of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV model can be purchased with the following order numbers:
•IPCW-i5-16G-512G-1660S-EU
•IPCW-i5-16G-512G-1660S-US
•IPCW-i5-16G-512G-1660S-JP
•IPCW-i5-16G-512G-1660S-CN
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1. Safety Instructions
•To ensure safe use, please do not use the product before reading this manual and becoming
familiar with the correct usage. Improper use and maintenance may damage the product or
cause other hazards. Mech-Mind shall not be liable for any injury or damage brought upon the
user or any third party due to improper use and maintenance.
•Following the instructions and warnings in this manual can lower risks, but cannot eliminate all
risks.
•Every step has been inspected during the drafting of this user manual. Please do not hesitate
to contact Mech-Mind if you find any problems or mistakes in the manual.
•This product is to be mounted, connected, used and maintained by trained adults only. To
ensure safe operation, the product should be transported, stored, mounted, connected, used
and maintained properly.
•The precautions outlined in this section shall be strictly observed. Failure to follow these
precautions may result in damage to the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series.
1.1. General Safety Precautions
Follow the safety precautions outlined below:
•Make sure to follow these general principles.
•Make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is disconnected when moving, installing,
or modifying the system.
•Do not apply voltage levels that exceed the specified voltage range. Doing so may cause a fire
and/or electric shock.
•An electric shock may occur if the power is still on.
•Do not put any object down or insert any object into the vent.
•If a large amount of dust, water, or liquid enters the system, turn off the power immediately,
unplug the power cord, and contact the system supplier.
•Do not drop the device on a hard surface.
•Do not use the device in locations where the ambient temperature exceeds the rated
temperature.
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2. Certification
The Mech-Mind IPC ADV series is compliant with the following standards and assessment
requirements. Please note that the registration statuses may be updated. If you need more
information, please contact the local agents.
2.1. CE
This equipment conforms with the following EU directives:
•EMC Directive (2004/108/EC, 2014/30/EU)
•Low-Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC, 2014/35/EU)
•RoHS II Directive (2011/65/EU, 2015/863/EU)
If the user modifies and/or installs other devices in the equipment, the CE conformity declaration
may no longer apply.
If this equipment has telecommunications functionality, it also complies with the requirements of
the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.
2.2. FCC
This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference, and
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
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This equipment has been assembled with components that comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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3. Technical Specifications
Model Mech-Mind IPC ADV
Configuration
CPU Intel Core i5-12400 2.5GHz (6 cores)
Chipset Intel® H610
Memory 16 GB SO-DIMM DDR4 3200MHz (supports up to 64 GB)
GPU card GeForce® GTX 1660S
Storage 512 GB SSD
Operating system Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021
Wireless network NA
Switches
1 x POWER switch
1 x RESET switch
External interfaces
Network ports
1 x Intel® I219 LM GbE controller (LAN1)
1 x Intel® I225V 2.5 GbE controller (LAN2)
USB ports
2 x USB 3.2 GEN1
2 x USB 3.2 GEN2
4 x USB 2.0
Serial ports 2 x RS232/422/485
Digtal IO NA
Display interfaces
1 x HDMI (up to 4096 x 2304 @ 30Hz)
1 x DP (up to 4096 x 2304 @ 60Hz)
Mechanical features
Dimensions 484 mm x 435.5 mm x 176 mm
Weight (net/gross) 13.2 kg/17.1 kg
Electronics
Power supply AT/ATX 500 W @ 100-240 V AC 50-60 Hz (ErP/EuP compliant)
Typical power consumption 500 W
Environmental
Operating environment Operating temperature: -10°C to 60°C; humidity: 5% to 95%; non-
condensing
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Model Mech-Mind IPC ADV
Storage environment Operating temperature: -30°C to 70°C; humidity: 5% to 95%; non-
condensing
Safety & Certification
Certification CE/FCC
Warranty
Warranty period One year
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4. Product Overview
4.1. Overview
The Mech-Mind IPC ADV series is powered by a 12th-generation Intel Core processor and H610
chipset. The system is bundled with 16 GB DDR4 3200MHz memory, 512 GB SSD HDD storage,
and GeForce® GTX 1660S GPU card, and supports operating in -10°C to 60°C.
4.2. Product Views
4.2.1. Front View
The following figure shows the front panel of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series and the interfaces on
it.
No. Description No. Description
1 POWER LED 2 HDD LED
3 2 x USB ports 4 RESET button (switch)
5 POWER switch
4.2.2. Rear View
The following figure shows the rear panel of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series and the interfaces on
it.
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No. Description No. Description
1 POWER switch 2 Power connector
3 2 x RS232/422/485 4 1 x DP port
5 1 x HDMI port 6 1 x Intel I219LM GbE, 1 x Intel I225v 2.5
GbE
7 2 x USB 3.2 GEN1 8 2 x USB 3.2 GEN2
9 4 x USB 2.0 10 1 x iDPM slot
4.3. Mechanical Dimensions & Mounting Holes
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5. Installation
5.1. Unpacking Checklist
NOTE If some of the components listed in the checklist below are missing, please do not proceed with
the installation and contact Mech-Mind Technical Support.
The Mech-Mind IPC ADV series is shipped with the following components:
No. Item Quantity Schematic diagram
1 Mech-Mind IPC ADV 1
2 Handler 2
3Power cord (EU/US
standard) 1
4 Handler mounting screw 8
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No. Item Quantity Schematic diagram
5 Rail mounting screw 8
5.2. Installation Precautions
Before installing the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series, please pay attention to the following precautions:
•Read the user manual: The user manual provides a complete description of the Mech-Mind
IPC ADV series, installation instructions and configuration options.
•DANGER! Disconnect power: Power to the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series must be disconnected
during the installation process, or before any attempt is made to access the rear panel. Electric
shock and personal injury might occur if the rear panel of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series is
opened while the power cord is still connected to an electrical outlet.
•Qualified personnel: The Mech-Mind IPC ADV series must be installed and operated only by
trained and qualified personnel. Maintenance, upgrades, or repairs may only be carried out by
qualified personnel who are familiar with the associated dangers.
•Air circulation: Make sure there is sufficient air circulation when installing the Mech-Mind IPC
ADV series. The Mech-Mind IPC ADV series' cooling vents must not be obstructed by any
objects. Leave at least 5 cm of clearance around the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series to prevent
overheating.
•Grounding: The Mech-Mind IPC ADV series should be properly grounded. The voltage feeds
must not be overloaded. Adjust the cabling and provide external overcharge protection per the
electrical values indicated on the label attached to the panel of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series.
5.3. Mount the System with the Handlers
To mount the system onto a rack using the two handlers, please follow the steps below.
1. Align the mounting holes in the handlers with the corresponding retention screw holes on the
side surface of the case.
2. Secure the handlers to the system by inserting retention screws into each handler.
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3. Align the mounting holes in the front of the handlers with the mounting holes on a rack.
4. Use eight screws to secure the system to the rack.
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6. External Interface Description
6.1. Power Connector
There is one power connector on the rear panel. The power connector is a 3-pin terminal that can
directly connect to a power supply through the power cord. The supported power input voltages
are 100 V to 240 V.
The power LED indicator on the front panel indicates the status of the power.
Power LED indicator Description
Off No power supply
Solid green Power-on mode
6.2. Ethernet Ports
The Ethernet ports allow the IPC to connect to an external network.
To connect the IPC to an external network, follow these steps:
1. Locate the Ethernet ports on the IPC.
2. Align the RJ-45 connector on the Ethernet cable with one of the Ethernet ports.
3. Insert the RJ-45 connector on the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port.
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Each Ethernet port on the IPC has two status light-emitting diodes (LEDs), one green and one
yellow. The yellow LED indicates the link status or the activity of the port and the green LED
indicates the connection speed of the port.
The following table shows the LED status of the I225V 2.5 GbE Ethernet port.
LED Status Description
Activity/Link LED
(yellow)
Off No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data is being sent/received
Speed LED (green)
Off 100 Mbps connection
Orange 1 Gbps connection
Green 2.5 Gbps connection
The following table shows the LED status of the I219LM GbE Ethernet port.
LED Status Description
Activity/Link LED
(yellow)
Off No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data is being sent/received
Speed LED (green)
Off 10 Mbps connection
Orange 100 Mbps connection
Green 1 Gbps connection
6.3. Digital I/O Connector
No digital I/O connectors are provided.
6.4. DB-9 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Connector
The following figure shows the RS-232/422/485 connector pins.
Pin No. RS232 RS422 RS485
1 DCD TXD422- TXD485-
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Pin No. RS232 RS422 RS485
2 RXD TXD422+ TXD485+
3 TXD RXD422+
4 DTR RXD422-
5 GND
6 DSR
7 RTS
8 CTS
9 RI
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7. Maintenance and Cleaning
When maintaining or cleaning the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series, please follow the guidelines below.
7.1. Cleaning Precautions
Prior to cleaning any part or component of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series, please read the details
below.
•The interior of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series does not require cleaning. Keep fluids away from
the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series interior.
•Be cautious of all small removable components when vacuuming the Mech-Mind IPC ADV
series.
•Turn the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series off before cleaning the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series.
•Never drop any objects or liquids through the openings of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series.
•Be cautious of any possible allergic reactions to solvents or chemicals used when cleaning the
Mech-Mind IPC ADV series.
•Avoid eating, drinking and smoking within the vicinity of the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series.
7.2. Cleaning Tools
Some components in the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series may only be cleaned using a product
specifically designed for the purpose. In such cases, the product will be explicitly mentioned in the
cleaning tips. Below is a list of items to use when cleaning the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series.
•Cloth - Although paper towels or tissues can be used, a soft, clean piece of cloth is
recommended when cleaning the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series.
•Water or rubbing alcohol - A cloth moistened with water or rubbing alcohol can be used to
clean the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series.
•Using solvents - The use of solvents is not recommended when cleaning the Mech-Mind IPC
ADV series as they may damage the plastic parts.
•Vacuum cleaner - Using a vacuum cleaner specifically designed for computers is one of the
best methods of cleaning the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series. Dust and dirt can restrict the airflow
in the Mech-Mind IPC ADV series and cause its circuitry to corrode.
•Cotton swabs - Cotton swaps moistened with rubbing alcohol or water are excellent tools for
wiping hard-to-reach areas.
•Foam swabs - Whenever possible, it is best to use lint-free swabs such as foam swabs for
cleaning.
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8. Troubleshooting
Symptom Solution
Blue screen appeared frequently on
IPC
Please follow the steps below to re-install the operating
system.
1. Please go to “Production Interface→Maintenance →
Backup management”, create a backup of the current
solution, and copy it to your storage medium.
2. Re-install the operating system.
3. Restore the software and project with the backup file.
Insufficient space on the IPC
1. Check the current space (e.g., C drive and D drive) on
your computer, and clear the unneeded files regularly.
2. Set the disk space monitoring rules in the “Production
interface configurator”. (Skip this step if you have
already set the hard disk space monitoring rule.)
When there is not enough disk space, alert messages
will appear in the status panel of the production
interface.
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9. Obtain Support
If you need technical support, please contact Mech-Mind Technical Support in any of the following
means:
•Email: [email protected]
•Community: community.mech-mind.com
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Appendix A: Error Beep Codes During Start
A.1. PEI Beep Codes
Number of Beeps Description
4 Memory not Installed.
1Memory was installed twice. (InstallPeiMemory routine in PEI Core
called twice)
2 Recovery started.
3 DXEIPL was not found.
3 DXE Core Firmware Volume was not found.
4 Recovery failed.
4 S3 Resume failed.
7 Reset PPI is not available.
A.2. DXE Beep Codes
Number of Beeps Description
1 Invalid password.
4 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available.
5 No Console Output Devices are found.
5 No Console Input Devices are found.
6 Flash update failed.
7 Reset protocol is not available.
8 Platform PCI resource requirements cannot be met.
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