Moxa Technologies MC-5150-DC Series User manual

MC-5150-AC/DC User’s Manual
Edition 4.0, February 2017
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MC-5150-AC/DC User’s Manual
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Overview...........................................................................................................................................1-2
Package Checklist...............................................................................................................................1-2
Product Features ................................................................................................................................1-2
Hardware Specifications ......................................................................................................................1-3
Hardware Block Diagram .....................................................................................................................1-4
2. Hardware Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 2-1
Appearance........................................................................................................................................2-2
AC/DC Model Front View ..............................................................................................................2-2
AC Model Rear View.....................................................................................................................2-2
DC Model Rear View ....................................................................................................................2-3
Dimensions........................................................................................................................................2-3
LED Indicators....................................................................................................................................2-4
Real Time Clock..................................................................................................................................2-4
3. Hardware Connection Description ..................................................................................................... 3-1
Installing the MC-5150-AC/DC..............................................................................................................3-2
Wiring Requirements...........................................................................................................................3-2
Connecting the Power .........................................................................................................................3-3
Grounding the MC-5150-AC/DC............................................................................................................3-3
Connecting Data Transmission Cables ...................................................................................................3-3
Connecting to the Network ...........................................................................................................3-3
Connecting to a Serial Device .......................................................................................................3-4
Connecting a PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse................................................................................................3-4
Connecting to the USB Device ..............................................................................................................3-5
Connecting to a VGA Monitor................................................................................................................3-5
Connecting to a DVI-I Monitor..............................................................................................................3-5
Connecting to a Speaker or a Headphone ..............................................................................................3-6
Installing the Removable SATA Storage Drive.........................................................................................3-6
Installing the Internal SATA Storage Drive.............................................................................................3-7
Upgrading the Memory Module .............................................................................................................3-8
4. BIOS Setup........................................................................................................................................ 4-1
Entering the BIOS Setup Utility ............................................................................................................4-2
Main Information.........................................................................................................................4-2
Modifying the BIOS Main Settings .........................................................................................................4-3
Advanced Settings.......................................................................................................................4-3
Boot Configuration ......................................................................................................................4-3
Peripheral Configuration...............................................................................................................4-4
IDE Configuration: Storage Device BIOS Settings............................................................................4-5
Thermal Configuration .................................................................................................................4-7
Intelligent Power Sharing .............................................................................................................4-8
Video Configuration .....................................................................................................................4-8
USB Configuration .......................................................................................................................4-9
Chipset Configuration ................................................................................................................4-10
Hardware Monitor......................................................................................................................4-10
Security Settings ..............................................................................................................................4-11
Set Supervisor Password............................................................................................................4-11
Set User Password.....................................................................................................................4-11
Power Settings .................................................................................................................................4-12
Advanced CPU Control ...............................................................................................................4-12
Boot Settings ...................................................................................................................................4-13
Quick Boot ...............................................................................................................................4-13
PXE Boot to LAN........................................................................................................................4-13
ACPI Selection ..........................................................................................................................4-13
USB Boot .................................................................................................................................4-13
WDT Timeout............................................................................................................................4-14
Boot Redirection........................................................................................................................4-14
Legacy.....................................................................................................................................4-14
Exit Settings ....................................................................................................................................4-14
Exit Saving Changes..................................................................................................................4-15
Save Change Without Exit ..........................................................................................................4-15
Exit Discarding Changes.............................................................................................................4-15
Load Optimal Defaults................................................................................................................4-15
Load Custom Defaults................................................................................................................4-15
Save Custom Defaults................................................................................................................4-15
Discard Changes .......................................................................................................................4-15
Upgrading the BIOS..........................................................................................................................4-15
A. Regulatory Approval Statement ........................................................................................................ A-1

B. Adjusting the Audio Mixer Function .................................................................................................. B-1
C. Smart Recovery................................................................................................................................. C-1
Changing OS Configurations and Enable Check Point Function..................................................................C-1
Recovery Procedure ............................................................................................................................C-3
Check the Following Items for Hard Disk Recovery..................................................................................C-9
Check the Following Items for LAN Recovery........................................................................................C-10

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1. Introduction
The MC-5150-AC/DC computer is based on the Intel Core™ i5 520E processor and comes with 4 serial ports, 2
Gigabit Ethernet ports, 6 USB hosts, 8 NMEA ports , and offers high performance and versatile peripherals for
various industrial applications.
The MC-5150-AC/DC’s rugged and fanless design and 1G anti-vibration make it particularly well-suited for
bridge systems in marine applications. In addition, the compact size and low power consumption features
ensure an easy installation and reliable system operations, and the modular design allows easy integration with
the panel.
Users can easily install Windows 7, Windows XP SP3, Windows XP Embedded to provide a flexible and friendly
environment for system development and application implementation.
The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Overview

Package Checklist

Product Features

Hardware Specifications

Hardware Block Diagram

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Overview
The MC-5150-AC/DC series computer is based on the Intel Core™ i5 520E processor and comes with 4 serial
ports, 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 6 USB hosts, and 8 NMEA ports, along with versatile, high performance
peripherals for marine applications.
Users can easily install Windows 7, Windows XP SP3, or Windows XP Embedded to provide a flexible and
friendly environment for system development and application implementation.
Package Checklist
The MC-5150-AC/DC Series includes the following model:
MC-5150-AC/DC:
x86 ready-to-run computers with Intel Core™ i5 520E, 4 serial ports, 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 6 USB hosts, 8
NMEA ports, storage, VGA/DVI
Each model is shipped with the following items:
•MC-5150-AC/DC embedded computer
•2 removable storage protection keys
•8 screws for internal and removable HDD
•Terminal block for power input (DC model only)
•8 terminal blocks for NMEA ports
•Documentation and software CD
•Quick installation guide (printed)
•Warranty card
NOTE
Please notify your sales representative if any of the above items are missing or damaged.
Product Features
The MC-5150-AC/DC embedded computer has the following features:
•High performance Intel Core™ i5 520E processor, 3 MB L2 cache
•Built-in 2 GB DDR3 memory, supports up to 4 GB
•Dual independent displays (DVI-I + VGA)
•2 Gigabit Ethernet ports for network redundancy
•2 RS-232/422/485 serial ports
•2 RS-232 ports
•8 NMEA ports
•6 USB 2.0 hosts
•1 internal SATA storage slot for SSD
•1 removable drive tray for SSDs or disk drives
•1G anti-vibration design for system reliability
•Fanless design with compact size
•24 VDC or 100 to 240 VAC power input models available
•Supports Windows XP Embedded, Windows XP SP3, Windows 7

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Hardware Specifications
Computer
CPU:
Intel® Core™ i5 520E (BGA CPU package), 2.4 GHz processor
OS:
Windows 7, Windows XP SP3, Windows XP Embedded (must be installed by the user)
System Chipset:
Intel® QM57 Express Chipset
DRAM:
dpt2012
USB:
USB 2.0 hosts x 6, Type A connectors
Storage
Storage Support:
•
1 internal SATA storage device tray for solid state or hard disk drives (SSD recommended)
• 1 removable
(front panel) SATA storage device tray for SSDs or HDDs (SSD recommended)
Other Peripherals
KB/MS:
2 PS/2 interfaces supporting standard PS/2 keyboard and mouse
Audio:
line-in/out interface
Display
Graphics Controller:
Onboard Intel® HD graphics
Display Interface:
• VGA Interface: 15
-pin D-Sub connector (female), with resolution up to 1920 x 1080
• DVI
-I Interface: 29-pin DVI-I connector (female)
Ethernet Interface
LAN:
2 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps ports (RJ45)
Magnetic Isolation Protection:
1.5 KV built in
Serial Interface
Serial Standards:
• 2 RS
-232/422/485 ports, software-selectable (DB9 male)
• 2 RS
-232 ports (DB9)
•
8 NMEA ports (Phoenix 3.81 mm compatible connector)
Serial Communication Parameters
Data Bits:
5, 6, 7, 8
Stop Bits:
1, 1.5, 2
Parity:
None, Even, Odd, Space, Mark
Flow Control:
RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF, ADDC® (automatic data direction control) for RS-485
Baudrate:
50 bps to 230.4 Kbps
Serial Signals
RS
-232: TxD, RxD, DTR, DSR, RTS, CTS, DCD, GND
RS
-422: TxD+, TxD-, RxD+, RxD-, GND
RS
-485-4w: TxD+, TxD-, RxD+, RxD-, GND
RS
-485-2w: Data+, Data-, GND
LEDs
System:
Storage, Power
LAN:
100M/Link x 2, 1000M/Link x 2 (on connector)
Physical Characteristics
Housing:
Aluminum, sheet metal
Weight:
6.85 kg
Dimensions:
Without ears: 287 x 250 x 135 mm (11.30 x 9.84 x 5.31 in)
With ears: 287 x 290 x 140 mm (11.30 x 11.42
x 5.51 in)
Mounting:
Wall
Environmental Limits
Operating Temperature:
-15 to 55°C (5 to 131°F)
Storage Temperature:
-20 to 60°C (-4 to 131°F)

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Ambient Relative Humidity:
5 to 95% (non-condensing)
Anti
-vibration:
•
0.7 g @ DNV 2.4 (Class A), sine wave, 2-100 Hz, 1 Oct./min., 1.5 hr per axis
•
1 grms @ DNV 2.4, random wave, 3-100 Hz, 2.5 hr per axis
•
2.1 g @ DNV 2.4 (Class C), sine wave, 2-50 Hz, 1 Oct./min., 1.5 hr per axis
Anti
-shock: 50 g @ IEC 60068-2-27, half sine wave, 11 ms
Power Requirements
Input Voltage:
• DC Model: 24 VDC (with tolerance from 18 to 30 VDC, 2
-pin terminal block)
• AC Model: 100 to 240 VAC
Power Consumption:
Less than 100 W, 2.5 A @ 24 VDC
Standards and Certifications
Safety:
UL 60950-1, DNV 2.4 (Pending), IEC 60945 (4th) (Pending), IACS-E10 (Pending), CCC (GB4943,
GB9254, GB17625.1)
EMC:
EN 55032 Class B, EN 55024-4-2, EN 55024-4-3, EN 55024-4-4, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B
Marine:
IEC 60945 4th. (Pending), IACS-E10 (Pending)
Green Product:
RoHS, cRoHS, WEEE
Warranty
Warranty Period:
3 years
Details:
See www.moxa.com/warranty
Hardware Block Diagram

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2. Hardware Introduction
The MC-5150-AC/DC computer is compact, well-designed, and built rugged enough for industrial applications.
LED indicators help you monitor performance and identify trouble spots, multiple serial ports allow you to
connect different devices for wireless operation, and the reliable and stable hardware platform lets you devote
your attention to developing your applications.
The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Appearance
AC/DC Model Front View
AC Model Rear View
DC Model Rear View

Dimensions

LED Indicators

Real Time Clock

MC-5150-AC/DC Hardware Introduction
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Appearance
AC/DC Model Front View
AC Model Rear View

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DC Model Rear View
Dimensions

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LED Indicators
LED Name LED Color LED Function
Power Green Power is on and functioning normally
Off Power is off or a power error exists
Storage Red (on) SSD is inserted and detected
Red (blinking) SSD is reading/writing
Off No activity
LAN Green 100 Mbps Ethernet mode
Yellow 1000 Mbps (Gigabit) Ethernet mode
Off No activity or 10 Mbps Ethernet mode
Real Time Clock
The embedded computer’s real-time clock is powered by a lithium battery. We strongly recommend that you
NOT replace the lithium battery on your own. If the battery needs to be changed, contact the Moxa RMA service
team at http://www.moxa.com/rma/about_rma.aspx.
ATTENTION
There is a risk of explosion if the wrong type of battery is used. To avoid this potential danger, always be sure
to use the correct type of battery. Contact the Moxa RMA service team if you need to replace your battery.
C
aution
There is a r
isk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries ac
cording
to the instructions
on the battery.

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3. Hardware Connection Description
In this chapter, we show how to connect the embedded computers to the network and to various devices.
The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Installing the MC-5150-AC/DC

Wiring Requirements

Connecting the Power

Grounding the MC-5150-AC/DC

Connecting Data Transmission Cables
Connecting to the Network
Connecting to a Serial Device

Connecting a PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse

Connecting to the USB Device

Connecting to a VGA Monitor

Connecting to a DVI-I Monitor

Connecting to a Speaker or a Headphone

Installing the Removable SATA Storage Drive

Installing the Internal SATA Storage Drive

Upgrading the Memory Module

MC-5150-AC/DC Hardware Connection Description
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Installing the MC-5150-AC/DC
Wall or Cabinet Mounting
The MC-5150-AC/DC has been pre-installed with two brackets on both ends of the computer. Use two screws
per side to attach the MC-5150-AC/DC to a wall or cabinet.
Use two screws for each bracket and attach the bracket to the rear of the MC-5150-AC/DC.
Wiring Requirements
This section describes how to connect serial devices to the embedded computer.
You should read and follow these common safety precautions before proceeding with the installation of any
electronic device:
•Use separate paths to route wiring for power and devices. If power wiring and device wiring paths must
cross, make sure the wires are perpendicular at the intersection point.
NOTE
Do not run signal or communication wiring together with power wiring in the same wire conduit. To avoid
interference, wires with different signal characteristics should be routed separately.
•Use the type of signal transmitted through a wire to determine which wires should be kept separate. The
rule of thumb is that wiring that shares similar electrical characteristics can be bundled together.
•Keep input wiring and output wiring separate.
•It is advisable to label the wiring to all devices in the system.
ATTENTION
Safety First!
Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing and/or wiring your
MC-5150-AC/DC.
Wiring Caution!
Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and comm
on wire. Observe all electrical codes
dictating the maximum current allowable for each wire size.
If the current goes above the maximum ratings, the wiring could overheat, causing serious damage to your
equipment.
Temperature Caution!
Be careful when handl
ing the unit. When the unit is plugged in, the internal components generate heat, and
consequently the outer casing may feel hot to the touch.

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Connecting the Power
The MC-5150-DC model offers 24 VDC power input (with tolerance from 18 to 30 VDC) with the terminal block,
and the MC-5150-AC model offers 100 to 240 VAC. If the power is supplied properly, the Power LED will light
up.
For safety reasons, please use cables with the following specifications:
Wire range 14-22 AWG, torque 7 lb
Grounding the MC-5150-AC/DC
Grounding and write routing help limit the effects of noise due to electromagnetic interference (EMI). Run the
ground connection from the ground screw to the grounding surface prior to connecting the power.
ATTENTION
This product is intended to be mounted to a well
-grounded mounting surface, such as a metal panel.
EG: See the figure shown below for the location of the Earth Ground on the terminal block power connector.
Connect the EG wire to an appropriate grounded metal surface.
DC
Ground:
AC
Ground:
Connecting Data Transmission Cables
This section describes how to connect the MC-5150-AC/DC computer to the network and serial devices.
Connecting to the Network
Plug your network cable into the embedded computer’s Ethernet port. The other end of the cable should be
plugged into your Ethernet network. When the cable is properly connected, the LEDs on the embedded
computer’s Ethernet port will glow to indicate a valid connection.
The 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN port uses 8-pin RJ45 connectors. The following diagram shows the
pinouts for these ports.
The LED indicator
s on the
right top and right bottom corners glow a solid green color when
the cable is properly connected to a 100 Mbps Ethernet network. The LED
will flash on and
off when Ethernet packets are being transmitted or received.
The LED indicator
s on the left top and left bottom corners glow a solid yellow
color when the
cable is properly connected to a 10
00 Mbps Ethernet network. The LED will flash
on and off
when Ethernet packets are being transmitted or received.

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Pin 10/100 Mbps 1000 Mbps
1 ETx+ TRD(0)+
2 ETx- TRD(0)-
3 ERx+ TRD(1)+
4 – TRD(2)+
5 – TRD(2)-
6 ERx- TRD(1)-
7 – TRD(3)+
8 – TRD(3)-
Connecting to a Serial Device
The serial ports use DB9 connectors. COM1 and COM2 can run with RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485, and COM3 and
COM4 run with RS-232. The pin assignments are shown in the following table:
DB9 Male
Port
RS
-232/422/485 Pinouts
Pin RS-232 RS-422 RS-485 (4-wire) RS-485 (2-wire)
1 DCD TxDA(-) TxDA(-) –
2 RxD TxDB(+) TxDB(+) –
3 TxD RxDB(+) RxDB(+) DataB(+)
4 DTR RxDA(-) RxDA(-) DataA(-)
5 GND GND GND GND
6 DSR – – –
7 RTS – – –
8 CTS – – –
Additionally, 8 NMEA serial ports with Phoenix 3.81 mm compatible connectors are also available on the rear
panel of the computer. Refer to the following figures for the location of the NMEA ports and the pin
assignments.
Connecting a PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse
Your MC-5150-AC/DC computer comes with 2 PS/2 mini-DIN connectors on the rear panel to connect to a PS/2
keyboard and PS/2 mouse. This 6-pin mini-DIN connector has the pin assignments shown below.
PS/2 Connector
Pin No. Signal
1 PS/2 Keyboard Data
2 PS/2 Mouse Data
3 GND
4 VCC
5 PS/2 Keyboard Clock

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Connecting to the USB Device
The MC-5150-AC/DC comes with 2 USB 2.0 hosts on the front panel, and 4 USB 2.0 hosts on the rear panel. The
hosts can be used for an external flash disk or hard drive for storing large amounts of data. You can also use
these USB hosts to connect to a keyboard or a mouse.
Connecting to a VGA Monitor
The MC-5150-AC/DC comes with a D-Sub 15-pin female connector on the front panel to connect a VGA CRT
monitor. To ensure that the monitor image remains clear, be sure to tighten the monitor cable after connecting
it to the MC-5150-AC/DC. The pin assignments of the VGA connector are shown below.
DB15 Female Connector
Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal
1 Red 9 VCC
2 Green 10 GND
3 Blue 11 NC
4 NC 12 DDC Data
5 GND 13 HSYNC
6 GND 14 VSYNC
7 GND 15 DDC Clock
8 GND
Connecting to a DVI-I Monitor
The MC-5150-AC/DC computers come with a DVI-I connector that can connect to a DVI monitor. Use the cable
to connect one end to the DVI-I connector and the other end to the monitor. See the following table for DVI-I
connector pin assignments.
DVI-I Connector
Pin No. Signal Definition
1 T.M.D.S. Data2-
2 T.M.D.S. Data2+
3 T.M.D.S. Data2/4 Shield
4 N/C
5 N/C
6 DDC Clock
7 DDC Data
8 Analog Vertical Sync
9 T.M.D.S. Data1-
10 T.M.D.S. Data1+
11 T.M.D.S. Data1/3 Shield
12 N/C
13 N/C
14 +5V Power
15 Ground
(return for +5V, HSync, and VSync)
Pin No. Signal Definition
16 Hot Plug Detect
17 T.M.D.S. Data0-
18 T.M.D.S. Data0+
19 T.M.D.S. Data0/5 Shield
20 N/C
21 N/C
22 T.M.D.S. Clock Shield
23 T.M.D.S. Clock+
24 T.M.D.S. Clock-
C1 Analog Red
C2 Analog Green
C3 Analog Blue
C4 Analog Horizontal Sync
C5 Analog Ground
(analog R, G, B return)

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Connecting to a Speaker or a Headphone
The MC-5150-AC/DC comes with audio input and output interfaces on the rear panel for connecting a
microphone and speaker or headphones.
Installing the Removable SATA Storage Drive
IMPORTANT!
Moxa is continually testing SSDs for compatibility with MC
-51XX computers. As of June 2012, the Memoright
MRSAJ6C064GC125C00
and Memoright MRSAD4B060GC225C00
models of SSD have been fully approved for
use with MC
-
51XX devices. However, this is only a partial list and one that is continually growing; for a more
up
-to-date list of which SSDs are certified as compatible with MC-51XX computers, please contact Moxa’s
technical support team
.
The MC-5150 AC/DC computer comes with a removable SATA storage device tray that is accessible through the
front panel. Either a SATA hard disk or solid state drive may be installed, but only use of an SSD will ensure full
anti-vibration compliance. To install a SATA storage device, please follow these instructions:
1. Disconnect the MC-5150-AC/DC from the power source.
2. To remove the storage device tray, insert the protection key and turn it to the right, then unfasten the two
thumbscrews that secure the removable tray. The storage tray’s location may be seen in the following
figure:
3. Remove the storage bracket from the slot and turn over to get access to the four screws which will secure
the drive into place within the tray.
4. Place the drive into the tray and secure it in place using the four screws. When finished, insert the tray into
the computer and fasten the tray in place using the two thumbscrews on the front panel. Finally, complete
the installation by turning the key leftwards to lock the tray into place.

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Installing the Internal SATA Storage Drive
The MC-5150-AC/DC has an internal SATA slot for expanding the computer’s storage capacity; this slot is
accessible via a screw-fastened plate (philips head) on the bottom panel of the computer.
To access the storage expansion slot, turn over the MC-5150-AC/DC model and remove the four screws on the
cover plate. The following figure shows the plate’s location:
After removing the back plate cover of the computer, you need to install the hard disk installation kit. See the
following description.
1. Remove the four screws from the storage slot’s mounting tray (mount points indicated in the figure below)
and, without detaching the SATA cable from the mounting tray, remove the tray from the storage slot.
2. Next, remove the four screws located on the sides of the mounting tray and then remove the top cover of
the tray.
3. Connect the SATA connector to the disk’s SATA assembly and then place the hard disk into the mounting
tray. Fasten the storage drive to the mounting tray using the side screws you have just removed.

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4. Replace the storage drive into the computer and secure it using the four mounting screws you removed in
step 1.
5. Replace and secure the storage drive slot cover to complete the installation
Upgrading the Memory Module
The MC-5150-AC/DC has pre-installed with 2 GB DDR3 SDRAM onboard, and supports up to 8 GB DDR3 SDRAM.
If you would like to upgrade the memory module, please follow the steps below.
1. Remove all the screws on the back cover of the computer.
2. Remove the screws on the front panel of the computer, including the screws for the dongle, and remember
to take out the removable storage tray on the front panel.