Vantron VT-SBC-C3558R User manual

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VT-SBC-C3558R Single Board Computer
User Manual
Version: 1.2
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Revision History
No. Version Description Date
1 V1.0 First release Nov. 23, 2022
2 V1.1
1. Modified Wi-Fi AP mode test steps
2. Added LED indicator (HA) and WDT debugging
instructions
Jan. 10, 2023
3 V1.2
1. Added LED indicator (bypass) debugging
instructions
2. Updated WDT debugging instructions
3. Updated description of the jumper blocks
Apr. 19, 2023

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Table of Contents
Foreword.......................................................................................................................................... 1
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Product Overview............................................................................................................. 6
1.2 Terminology...................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Block Diagram................................................................................................................... 7
1.4 Specifications....................................................................................................................8
1.5 Operating system.............................................................................................................. 9
1.6 Mechanical Dimensions.................................................................................................... 9
1.7 Power Supply and Consumption ......................................................................................9
1.8 Environmental Specifications ...........................................................................................9
CHAPTER 2 CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................10
2.1 Product Layout ............................................................................................................... 11
2.2 Memory and Storage......................................................................................................12
2.2.1 DDR4 RAM...................................................................................................................... 12
2.2.2 eMMC Flash.................................................................................................................... 12
2.3 Identification of Pin 1 ..................................................................................................... 12
2.4 Connectors and Jumpers ................................................................................................13
2.4.1 J66 Power jack (1)...........................................................................................................13
2.4.2 SW1 ON/OFF button (2) ................................................................................................. 13
2.4.3 J58 USB 2.0 Type-A (3)....................................................................................................13
2.4.4 J59 Console port (4)........................................................................................................ 14
2.4.5 J48/J49/J50 RJ45 Ethernet jacks (5)................................................................................15
2.4.6 J51 SFP connectors + cage (6)......................................................................................... 15
2.4.7 J71 RS232 & RS485 (7).................................................................................................... 16
2.4.8 JP1 RS485 termination resistor (8) ................................................................................. 16
2.4.9 J53/J55 SATA connectors (9) ...........................................................................................17
2.4.10 J54/J56 SATA power connectors (10).......................................................................................... 17
2.4.11 J52 M.2 B-Key (11) .......................................................................................................................... 17
2.4.12 J60 M.2 E-Key (12) .......................................................................................................................... 18
2.4.13 J61 M.2 B-Key (13) .......................................................................................................................... 18
2.4.14 J67/J68 Fan connectors (14)......................................................................................................... 18
2.4.15 J69/J70 Power connector (15) ..................................................................................................... 19
2.4.16 SW2 Reset button (16)................................................................................................................... 19
2.4.17 J3/J4/J5 Jumper blocks (17).......................................................................................................... 19
2.4.18 J6 LPC debug connector (18)........................................................................................................ 21
2.4.19 J65 Front panel connector (19).................................................................................................... 22
2.4.20D69 LED indicators (20) ................................................................................................................. 23
2.4.21 J62 Micro SIM slot (21) .................................................................................................................. 23
2.4.22 DDR4 SO-DIMM (22) ...................................................................................................................... 23
CHAPTER 3 FIRST-USE DEBUGGING.............................................................................................24
3.1 Interface Definition......................................................................................................... 25
3.1.1 Console port ................................................................................................................... 25

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3.1.2 Serial port ....................................................................................................................... 26
3.1.3 USB interface .................................................................................................................. 27
3.2 Ethernet.......................................................................................................................... 28
3.2.1 1Gbps Ethernet jack ....................................................................................................... 28
3.2.2 10Gbps SFP port .............................................................................................................28
3.3 Wi-Fi ............................................................................................................................... 29
3.3.1 Client mode .................................................................................................................... 29
3.3.2 AP mode ......................................................................................................................... 31
3.4 Bluetooth........................................................................................................................ 33
3.5 Cellular Network............................................................................................................. 36
3.6 SATA ................................................................................................................................ 40
3.7 M.2 SSD .......................................................................................................................... 41
3.8 RTC.................................................................................................................................. 41
3.9 Watchdog Timer .............................................................................................................41
3.9.1 System watchdog timer.................................................................................................. 41
3.9.2 EC watchdog timer ......................................................................................................... 42
3.10 Programmable LED Indicators...................................................................................................... 43
3.10.1 Bypass indicator .............................................................................................................................. 43
3.10.2 HA indicator...................................................................................................................................... 43
CHAPTER 4 SYSTEM UPGRADE ....................................................................................................44
4.1 Creating a Bootable USB Flash Drive ..............................................................................45
4.2 Image flashing ................................................................................................................46
CHAPTER 5 DISPOSAL AND WARRANTY ......................................................................................49
5.1 Disposal .......................................................................................................................... 50
5.2 Warranty.........................................................................................................................51

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Foreword
Thank you for purchasing VT-SBC-C3558R single board computer (“the Board” or “the
Product”). This manual intends to provide guidance and assistance necessary on setting up,
operating or maintaining the Product. Please read this manual and make sure you understand
the functionality of the Product before putting it into use.
Intended Users
This manual is intended for:
•Embedded software developer
•Custom development software engineer
•Other technically qualified personnel
Copyright
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change the content, form, product features, and specifications contained herein at any time
without prior notice. An up-to-date version of this manual is available at www.vantrontech.com.
The trademarks in this manual, registered or not, are properties of their respective owners.
Under no circumstances shall any part of this user manual be copied, reproduced, translated,
or sold. This manual is not intended to be altered or used for other purposes unless otherwise
permitted in writing by Vantron. Vantron reserves the right of all publicly released copies of
this manual.
Disclaimer
While all information contained herein has been carefully checked to assure its accuracy in
technical details and typography, Vantron does not assume any responsibility resulting from
any error or features of this manual, nor from improper uses of this manual or the software.
It is our practice to change part numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or
when significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the Product
may be changed without notice.

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Technical Support and Assistance
Should you have any question about the Product that is not covered in this manual, contact
your sales representative for solution. Please include the following information in your
question:
•Product name and PO number;
•Complete description of the problem;
•Error message you received, if any.
Vantron Technology, Inc.
Address: 48434 Milmont Drive, Fremont, CA 94538
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Symbology
This manual uses the following signs to prompt users to pay special attention to relevant
information.
Caution for latent damage to system or harm to personnel
Attention to important information or regulations

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General Safety Instructions
The Product is supposed be installed by knowledgeable, skilled persons familiar with local
and/or international electrical codes and regulations. For your safety and prevention of
damage to the Product, please read and observe carefully the following safety instructions
prior to installation and operation. Keep this manual well for future reference.
•Do not disassemble or otherwise modify the Product. Such action may cause heat
generation, ignition, electronic shock, or other damages including human injury, and may
void your warranty.
•Keep the Product away from heat source, such as heater, heat dissipater, or engine casing.
•Do not insert foreign materials into any opening of the Product as it may cause the Product
to malfunction or burn out.
•To ensure proper functioning and prevent overheating of the Product, do not cover or
block the ventilation holes of the Product.
•Follow the installation instructions with the installation tools provided or recommended.
•The use or placement of the operation tools shall comply with the code of practice of such
tools to avoid short circuit of the Product.
•Cut off the power before inspection of the Product to avoid human injury or product
damage.

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Precautions for Power Cables and Accessories
Use proper power source only. Make sure the supply voltage falls within the specified
range.
Place the cables properly at places without extrusion hazards.
There is a coin cell battery for powering the RTC. Therefore, please avoid short circuit of
the battery during transportation or operation at high temperatures.
Cleaning instructions:
•Power off before cleaning the Product
•Do not use spray detergent
•Clean with a damp cloth
•Do not try to clean exposed electronic components unless with a dust collector
Power off and contact Vantron technical support engineer in case of the following faults:
•The Product is damaged
•The temperature is excessively high
•Fault is still not solved after troubleshooting according to this manual
Do not use in combustible and explosive environment:
•Keep away from combustible and explosive environment
•Keep away from all energized circuits
•Unauthorized removal of the enclosure from the device is not allowed. Do not
change components unless the power cable is unplugged. In some cases, the device
may still have residual voltage even if the power cable is unplugged. Therefore, it is
a must to remove and fully discharge the device before replacement of the
components.

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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION

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1.1 Product Overview
VT-SBC-C3558R single board computer is powered by Intel Atom® C3558R Quad-core processor
that extends low-power Intel® architecture into new segments and accelerates IoT innovation
across a wide range of environments and use cases.
The Board offers 6 Ethernet jacks, including 2 that are bypassed by default to keep data
transfer uninterrupted in case of network failure. Customers also have an expansion option
to implement two gigabyte SFP connectors in stacked configuration for high-speed signal
conversion and data transmission. The Board implements an M.2 B-Key slot for 4G/5G
cellular communication.
The integrated technologies and pre-validated solutions of VT-SBC-C3558R enable
industrial, energy, aerospace, robotics, public sector, and other customers with demanding
edge IoT workloads to easily extract value from data, reduce time to market, and innovate
new connected technologies faster.
1.2 Terminology
Terminology Description
NC No connection
VCC
Voltage common collector
GND
Ground
/
Active low signal
+
Positive of difference signal
-
Negative of difference signal
I
Input
O
Output
I/O
Input/output
P
Power or ground
A
Analog
OD
Open drain
CMOS
3.3 V CMOS
LVCMOS
Low Voltage CMOS
LVTTL
Low Voltage TTL
3.3V
3.3 V signal level
5V
5V signal level
USB
5V tolerant signal
PCIe
PCI Express signal, not 3.3 V tolerant