Portwell WEBS-21A0 User manual

WEBS-21A0
Fan-less Embedded System
User's Manual
Version 1.0
Copyright © Portwell, Inc., 2017. All rights reserved.
All other brand names are registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Preface
Table of Contents
How to Use This Manual
Chapter 1 System Overview.......................................................................................................1-1
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Check List........................................................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Product Specification........................................................................................ 1-2
1.4 Mechanical Dimension..................................................................................... 1-3
Chapter 2 System Installation....................................................................................................2-1
2.1 HDD Installation ............................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Half-size Mini-PCIe Device Installation ........................................................ 2-2
2.3 mSATA Device Installation ............................................................................. 2-3
2.4 DIN Rail Mounting Device Installation......................................................... 2-4
2.5 AT mode setting................................................................................................ 2-5
2.6 Getting Started................................................................................................... 2-5
2.7 I/O Interfaces .................................................................................................... 2-6
2.7.1 Front View (Standard)............................................................................. 2-6
2.7.2 Front View (Optional Kit: Additional 2x USB 3.0).............................. 2-6
2.7.3 Rear View .................................................................................................. 2-6
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup Information............................................................................................3-1
3.1 Entering Setup –Launch System Setup......................................................... 3-1
3.2 Main .................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3 Configuration .................................................................................................... 3-3
3.4 Security ............................................................................................................. 3-22
3.5 Boot ................................................................................................................... 3-23
3.6 Exit..................................................................................................................... 3-26
Chapter 4 Important Instructions ..............................................................................................4-1
4.1 Note on the Warranty....................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Exclusion of Accident Liability Obligation ................................................... 4-1
4.3 Liability Limitations / Exemption from the Warranty Obligation............ 4-1
4.4 Declaration of Conformity............................................................................... 4-1
Chapter 5 Frequent Asked Questions.......................................................................................5-1

Preface
How to Use This Manual
The manual describes how to configure WEBS-2190 system to meet various operating
requirements. It is divided into five chapters, with each chapter addressing a basic
concept and operation of Fan-less Embedded System.
Chapter 1: System Overview. Present what may have in the box and give an
overview of the product specifications and basic system architecture for this fan-less
embedded system.
Chapter 2: System Installation. Show the definitions and locations of all the
interfaces and describe a proper installation guide so that can easily configure the
system.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Information. Specify the meaning of each setup parameters,
how to get advanced BIOS performance and update new BIOS. In addition, POST
checkpoint list will give users some guidelines of trouble-shooting.
Chapter 4: Important Instructions. Indicate some instructions which must be
carefully followed when the fan-less embedded system is used.
Chapter 5: Frequent Asked Questions. Provide the answers for the most frequently
asked questions.
The content of this manual is subject to change without prior notice. These changes
will be incorporated in new editions of the document. The vendor may make
supplement or change in the products described in this document at any time.
Revision History
Revision
Date
Details of Change(s)
V1.0
2017/9/25
Initial Release

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Chapter 1
System Overview
1.1 Introduction
Portwell Inc., a world-leading innovator in the Industrial PC (IPC) market,
announced WEBS-21A0, a fan-less intelligent embedded system featuring 15W SKUs
of the 5th generation Intel® Core® processor product family (codename Broadwell). Its
rugged, compact design and high performance make the WEBS-21A0, a perfect
solution for applications in kiosk, digital signage, in-vehicle mobile video
surveillance, medical, defense and the harsh environments of factory automation.
The new rugged WEBS-21A0 is equipped with the Portwell NANO-6050, a
NANO-ITX embedded board based on the 5th generation Intel®Core®processor
product family. Processors available in this product family combine low power
consumption with high processing power and improved performance compared to
previous generation processor. The compact WEBS-21A0 embedded system also
features DDR3L SO-DIMM up to 8GB supporting 1333/1600 MT/s; two Mini
DisplayPort (DP) on the rear I/O with resolution up to 4096 x 2160; one smart COM
port for RS-232/422/485 selected by BIOS; one audio combo jack to support Line-out
and Mic-in; and multiple storage with 2.5” HDD/SSD, mSATA device. In addition,
the compact 150mm x 150mm x 63mm box, WEBS-21A0, integrates a half-size mini
PCIe socket interface to support WIFI, Bluetooth, 3G functions, etc, making it an ideal
solution as an IoT gateway.
The rugged, fan-less design makes the WEBS-21A0 durable in harsh environment
applications, such as factory automation and industrial automation. The rugged and
compact WEBS-21A0 supports a temperature range from 0ºC to 50ºC for harsh
environment operations, while at the same time, its fan-less design ensures silent
operation, reliability and low maintenance rate and costs. In addition, it has already
passed a vibration test of 5Grms/ 10~500Hz and a shock test of 50G, assuring its
solidity and reliability. In addition, the system accepts 12V input voltage.
With its superior processing power, high capability and support for 4K resolution
(4096 x 2160), Portwell’s WEBS-21A0 is indeed an ideal solution for high computing
power and/or high 3D video/image applications.
1.2 Check List
The WEBS-21A0 package should cover the following basic items:
One WEBS-21A0 Fan-less Embedded System
One 60W AC/DC Power Adapter DC-plug with screw
Other Accessories

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If any of these items is damaged or missing, please contact your vendor and keep all
packing materials for future replacement and maintenance.
1.3 Product Specification
System
M/B
NANO-6050
System Chipset
Intel®Broadwell-U SoC
CPU
Intel®Core® i5-5350U (15W) in FCBGA1168 package
1.8 GHz up to 2.9 GHz /2C/4T. 3M Cache.
Intel®Core® i3-5010U (15W) in FCBGA1168 package
2.1 GHz /2C/4T. 3M Cache..
BIOS
AMI uEFI BIOS (SPI ROM)
System Memory
One 204-pin SO-DIMM socket supports DDR3L 1333/1600
MT/s SDRAM up to 8GB
Storage
1x 2.5”SATA HDD/SSD, 1x Msata
Watchdog Timer
Programmable by embedded controller
H/W Status Monitor
-Temperature (CPU & System)
-Voltage (CPU Vcore, 12V, 5V, 3.3V, 1.35V)
Expansion
1x Half-size Mini PCIe socket
External I/O
Series Ports
1x RS-232/422/485 COM Port (selected by BIOS)
Display
2x mini DP
USB
1x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0 (Optional kit: additional 2x USB 3.0)
Audio
Audio Combo Jack Lin-out/Mic-in (Realtek ALC892)
LAN
2x Gigabit Ethernet (Intel®I218AT)
Other
1x Antenna hole for WIFI/Bluetooth/3G module
Power Supply Unit
Power Supply
DC 12V
Environment
Operating
Temperature
0℃to 50℃
Storage Temperature
-20℃to 85℃
Relative Humidity
95% @ 40℃, non-condensing
Operating Vibration
5Grms/10~500Hz, IEC 60068-2-6
Operating Shock
50G, 11 msec, IEC 60068-2-27
Mechanical
Dimension (WxDxH)
150x 150 x 63 mm; 5.9”x 5.9”x 2.5”
Weight
2kg
Mounting
Wall, Panel/VESA, and DIN Rail mounting

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1.4 Mechanical Dimension
Front view of the WEBS-21A0 system (standard)
Front view of the WEBS-21A0 system (with optional kit: addition 2x USB 3.0)
Rear view of the WEBS-21A0 system
Side view of the WEBS-21A0 system

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Top view of the WEBS-21A0 system

System Installation
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Chapter 2
System Installation
This chapter provides you with instructions to set up your system. Definitions
and locations of all the interfaces are described so that you can easily configure
your system. For more detailed PIN assignment and jumper setting, please refer
to user’s manual of NANO-6050.
2.1 HDD Installation
It’s easy to install and maintenance the 2.5”HDD/SSD by just open the back
cover. (The height must be less than 10mm)
Step 1. Loosen the 4 screws of the back
cover
Step 2. Take out the back cover
Step 3. Loosen the 4pcs screws and take
out the HDD bracket
Step 4. Install 2.5”HDD/SSD on the
bracket with screws
M3x10L*4
Step 5. Attach HDD bracket back to
back cover and connect to SATA cable
Step 6. Tighten the 4 screws of the back
cover

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2.2 Half-size Mini-PCIe Device Installation
It’s easy to install and maintenance the 1x Half-size Mini-PCIe device by just open
the back cover.
Step 1. Loosen the 4 screws of the back
cover
Step 2. Take out the back cover
Step 3. Assemble the Half-size
Mini-PCIe card and make sure it has
been screwed
Step 4. Install the SMA cable onto main
connector of module
M2.5x4L
Step 4. Put the Antenna cable through
the antenna hole
Step 5. Install the Antenna
Step 6. Position the back cover
Step 7. Tighten the 4 screws of the back
cover

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2.3 mSATA Device Installation
It’s easy to install and maintenance the 1x mSATA by just open the back cover.
Step 1. Loosen the 4 screws of the back
cover
Step 2. Take out the back cover
Step 3. Assemble the mSATA card and
make sure it has been screwed
Step 4. Tighten the 4 screws of the back
cover
M2.5x6L

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2.4 DIN Rail Mounting Device Installation
It’s easy to install and maintenance the Din Rail mounting device by just open the
back cover.
Step 1. Loosen the 4 screws of the back
cover
Step 2. Take out the back cover
Step 3. Take out the front side cover
Step 4. Prepare the Din Rail mounting
side cover
Step 5. Assemble the new side cover
with DIN Rail mounting device
Step 6. Position the back cover
Step 7. Tighten the 4 screws of the back
cover
Step 8. Clip the DIN Rail onto the
device and make sure it has been
locked tightly

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2.5 AT mode setting
AT mode: Once the power supply plug in, the system starts automatically, don’t
need press the power button.
SW1: AT Mode or ATX Mode Selection
2.6 Getting Started
It is easy to get the system started.
Step 1. Make sure the power supply
(12V) is connected properly
Step 2. Press the power button to turn
on the system
SW1
Function
1-4 ON; 2-3 ON
ATX Mode (default)
1-4 ON; 2-3 OFF
ATX Mode
1-4 OFF; 2-3 ON
ATX Mode
1-4 OFF; 2-3 OFF
AT Mode

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2.7 I/O Interfaces
2.7.1 Front View (Standard)
2.7.2 Front View (Optional Kit: Additional 2x USB 3.0)
2.7.3 Rear View
DC in: (12V)
Using the provided DC source to connect to the system

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Power Button:
Press the power button to turn ON/OFF the system
HDD LED:
Shows real-time read and write activity of your HDD/SSD as a small blinking
indicator
Mini DP:
Mini DP (Display Port) display output
LAN:
Two Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbits/sec) LAN ports by using Intel I218AT
Ethernet Controller
USB 2.0:
Two USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports
USB 3.0:
One USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus) port
RS-232/422/485:
*Note: RS-232/422/485 configuration is determined by BIOS setting. Check BIOS
setting for details.
PIN No.
Signal Description
PIN No.
Signal Description
1
DCD#/485D-/422T-
2
RXD#/485D+/422T+
3
TXD#/422R+
4
DTR#/422R-
5
Ground
6
DSR#
7
RTS#
8
CTS#
9
RI#
10
N/C
Audio:
Combo connector for Line-Out and Min-In
Antenna Hole:
Antenna holes for Mini PCIe wireless card

BIOS Setup Information
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Chapter 3
BIOS Setup Information
WEBS-21A0 system adopts NANO-6050 mother board. The following section
describes the BIOS setup program. The BIOS setup program can be used to view
and change the BIOS settings for the module. Only experienced users should
change the default BIOS settings.
3.1 Entering Setup –Launch System Setup
Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test)
process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <ESC> or
<DELETE> key will enter BIOS setup screen.
Press <ESC> or <DEL> to enter SETUP
If the message disappears before responding and still wish to enter Setup, please
restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button. It can
be also restarted by pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Delete> keys on keyboard
simultaneously.
Press <F1> to Run General Help or Resume
The BIOS setup program provides a General Help screen. The menu can be easily
called up from any menu by pressing <F1>. The Help screen lists all the possible
keys to use and the selections for the highlighted item. Press <Esc> to exit the
Help Screen.

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3.2 Main
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.
Feature
Description
Options
System Date
The date format is <Day>, <Month><Date><Year>. Use [＋] or
[－] to configure system Date.
System Time
The time format is <Hour><Minute><Second>. Use [＋] or
[－] to configure system Time.

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3.3 Configuration
Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features.

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CPU Configuration
CPU Configuration Parameters
Feature
Description
Options
Hyper-Threading
Enabled for Windows XP and Linux (OS optimized
for Hyper-Threading Technology) and Disabled for
other OS (OS not optimized for Hyper-Threading
Technology). When Disabled only one thread per
enabled core is enabled.
Disabled,
★Enabled
Active Processor
Cores
Number of cores to enable in each processor
package.
★All, 1
Limit CPUID
Maximum
Disabled for Windows XP
★Disabled,
Enabled
Execute Disable
Bit
XD can prevent certain classes of malicious buffer
overflow attacks when combined with a supporting
OS (Windows Server 2003 SP1, Windows XP SP2,
SuSE Linux 9.2, RedHat Enterprise 3 Update 3.)
Disabled,
★Enabled
Intel
Virtualization
Technology
When enabled, a VMM can utilize the additional
hardware capabilities provided by Vander pool
Technology
Disabled,
★Enabled
EIST
Enabled/ Disabled Intel Speedstep
Disabled,
★Enabled

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CPU C states
(Enabled)
Enable or disable CPU C state
★Disabled,
Enabled
Enhanced C1
state
Enhanced C1 state
Disabled,
★Enabled
CPU C3 Report
Enable/ Disable CPU C3 report to OS
Disabled,
★Enabled
CPU C6 Report
Enable/ Disable CPU C6 report to OS
Disabled,
★Enabled
C6 Latency
Configure Short/Long latency for C6
★Short,
Long
CPU C7 report
Enable/Disable CPU C7 report to OS
Disabled,
CPU C7,
★CPU C7s
C7 Latency
Configure Short/Long latency for C7
Short,
★Long
CPU C8 report
Enable/Disable CPU C8 report to OS
Disabled,
★Enabled
CPU C9 report
Enable/Disable CPU C9 report to OS
Disabled,
★Enabled
CPU C10 report
Enable/Disable CPU C10 report to OS
Disabled,
★Enabled
C1 state auto
demotion
Processor will conditionally demote C3/C6/C7
requests to C1 based on uncore auto-demote
information
Disabled,
★Enabled
C3 state auto
demotion
Processor will conditionally demote C6/C7 requests
to C3 based on uncore auto-demote information
Disabled,
★Enabled
Package C state
demotion
Enable Package C state demotion.
★Disabled,
Enabled
C1 state auto
un-demotion
Un-demotion from Demoted C1.
Disabled,
★Enabled
C3 state auto
un-demotion
Un-demotion from Demoted C3.
Disabled,
★Enabled
Package C state
un-demotion
Enable Package C state un-demotion.
★Disabled,
Enabled
C state Pre-Wake
Enable or disable C state Pre-Wake feature.
Disabled,
★Enabled
CFG lock
Configure MSR 0xE2[15], CFG lock bit.
Disabled,
★Enabled
Package C State
limit
Package C State limit
C0, C2, C3,
C6, C7, C7s,
C8, C9, C10,
★AUTO
LakeTiny Feature
Enable/Disable LakeTiny for C state configuration
★Disabled,
Enabled

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Chipset Configuration
Configure Chipset feature
Feature
Description
Options
VT-d
Check to enable VT-d function on MCH
Disabled,
★Enabled
Above 4GB MMIO
BIOS assignment
Enabled/Disabled above 4GB Memory
MappedIO BIOS assignment.
Enabled,
★Disabled
Azalia
Control Detection of the Azalia device.
Disabled = Azalia will be unconditionally disabled
Enabled = Azalia will be unconditionally enabled
★Enabled,
Disabled
Port 80h Redirection
Control where the Port 80h cycles are sent.
★LPC Bus,
PCIE Bus