ReadyBoard 700 Single Board Computer QuickStart Guide P/N 5001723A Revision C
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Contents Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700....................................................................................1 Using this Guide .................................................................................................................................1 Requirements .................................................................................................................................1 What’s in the Box ....................................................................
Contents Figure 2-6. Removing the CompactFlash Card .............................................................................. 21 List of Tables Table 1-1. Jumper Settings ............................................................................................................. 11 Table 2-1. CompactFlash Jumper Setting ...................................................................................... 19 Table A-1. Technical Support Contact Information ............................................
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 Using this Guide This guide provides the most efficient way to set up your ReadyBoard 700 single board computer (SBC).
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 Setup Steps It is important to follow the setup steps in this section in the exact order listed here, but skip any steps that do not apply to your situation. If necessary, refer to other chapters within this guide or other Ampro manuals to locate more information concerning ReadyBoard 700 installation and operation.
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 Connecting Cable Assemblies Connect the cables provided with the ReadyBoard 700 QuickStart Kit to the respective connectors on the ReadyBoard 700. Skip any steps or cable(s) that do not apply to your situation.
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 Floppy Drive Only Cable (26-pin (J20) to 34-pin Floppy Drive Connector) Floppy/Parallel (J20) RB700_10a To Floppy Drive (34-pin Requires External Power) Figure 1-2.
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 5) Connect the Serial 3 & 4 • Connect the Serial 3 & 4 cable assembly to J3 on the edge of the Cable assembly ReadyBoard 700 as shown in Figure 1-3. Refer also to Figures 1-1, 1-4.
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 Skip any of the following steps that do not apply to your situation. 6) Connect the Audio In/Out Cable Assembly • Connect the Audio In/Out cable assembly to J19 near the edge of the ReadyBoard 700 as shown in Figure 1-5. Refer also to Figures 1-1, 1-4. The Earphone connector on the Audio cable assembly is not connected on the ReadyBoard 700.
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 8) Connect USB 2 & 3 Cable Assembly • Connect the USB 2 & 3 cable assembly to J21 on the edge of the ReadyBoard 700 as shown in Figure 1-6. Refer also to Figures 1-1, 1-4. 9) Connect Utility Cable Assembly • Connect the Utility cable assembly to J18 near the edge of the ReadyBoard 700 as shown in Figure 1-6. Refer also to Figures 1-1 and 1-4. NOTE ♦ The Green Power-On switch uses Pins-1 & -2 of the Utility Connector.
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 Connecting Peripherals 10) Connecting the peripherals • Connect the keyboard to one of the free PS/2 connectors on the Y-cable attached to J16. • If your are using a USB keyboard, connect it to the USB 0 connector (lower USB on J15) on the edge of the ReadyBoard 700. • Connect the mouse cable to the other PS/2 connector on the Y-cable attached to J16.
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 Applying Power to the ReadyBoard 700 13) Check/Set the Power Supply Input Voltage • If the ATX power supply or lab supply uses auto-ranging operation at 50/60Hz, skip this step. • Check the input voltage switch on the ATX power supply located on the rear of the ATX power supply just below the power connector. 14) Verify the Jumper Settings The input voltage switch typically has two positions: 115 or 230 volts – 115 volts is default position.
Chapter 1 Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 a) Select the BIOS and Hardware Settings menu as shown in the figure to the right and press Enter. Ampro Setup Util The sub-steps listed here show you how to change the Boot Sequence while in the BIOS Setup Utility. > BIOS and Hardware Settings < ETX700enterBIOS Reload Initial Settings Load Factory Default Settings Exit, Saving Changes Exit, Discarding Changes b) Select the first drive in the Boot Order as highlighted to the right.
Chapter 1 NOTE Setting Up the ReadyBoard 700 The ReadyBoard 700 ships from the factory configured for CRT support only. Ampro provides LVDS/LCD/TFT support for flat panels with specific resolutions. If you have questions about the flat panels, contact Technical Support through Virtual Technician (http://ampro.custhelp.com) for help in setting up the flat panel configurations.
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Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options The procedures in the first part of this chapter describe how to install or remove the ReadyBoard 700 SBC (Single Board Computer) options onto or from the board, including the SODIMM and the CompactFlash card. Brief instructions for accessing and using the ReadyBoard 700 Doc & SW (Documentation and Software) CD-ROM and a brief description for loading supported Operating Systems is also provided at the end of this chapter.
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options To prevent damage to the SODIMM, do not touch the SODIMM until you have discharged yourself and followed good Electrostatic Discharge principals. The SODIMMs are sensitive to static electricity and can be easily damaged by improper handling. Do the following when handling a SODIMM: CAUTION Leave the SODIMM in the anti-static bag until you are ready to install it. Always use an anti-static wrist/ankle strap and a grounding mat connected to ground.
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options SODIMM Socket (DIMM1) SODIMM RB700_05a 45° Angle Retaining Latches Figure 2-2. Removing SODIMM from Socket Installing the SODIMM If you want to install a larger size SODIMM or replace the existing SODIMM, refer to the following procedure. 1. Prepare the ReadyBoard 700 for installation: ♦ If the ReadyBoard 700 is already prepared for SODIMM installation, with the power turned off, the power cord disconnected, and an empty SODIMM socket, skip to Step 4.
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options 5. Remove the existing SODIMM from the SODIMM socket before continuing. Refer to the Step 4 in the proceeding procedure, Removing the SODIMM, and follow the remaining steps in that procedure before continuing with the next step in this procedure. 6. Remove the SODIMM from its protective bag, handling the SODIMM by its edges. NOTE Ampro recommends using only PC 133 (133MHz), 3.3V, 7.5ns, 144-pin, SDRAM SODIMM, but PC 100 (100MHz) will function.
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options CompactFlash Installation The CompactFlash interface allows you to substitute solid-state flash memory cards for a conventional hard disk drive. Any of the supported operating system, utilities, drivers, and application programs can easily be run from the CompactFlash card without modification. NOTE You may use Type I or Type II CompactFlash cards from commercially available suppliers, but check for compatibility with UDMA 100 IDE hard disk drives.
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options To simplify this procedure, power down the system and disconnect the two Ethernet cables and the USB cables, which will allow full access to the CompactFlash socket and card. If you have the ReadyBoard securely mounted, with enough clearance, it is not necessary to turn the board over to access the CompactFlash card.
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options 7. Insert the CompactFlash card into the socket provided by the tabs on the protective cover as shown in Figure 2-1. The CompactFlash card edges and the socket are keyed to install in only one orientation. Insert CompactFlash Card Pin-1 Marker Lip or Catch Edge CompactFlash Socket (J23) ReadyBoard 700 (Bottom view) RB700_06a Keyed Slot (2) Figure 2-4. Installing the CompactFlash Card 8.
D12 U26 Q10 Q8 U25 D11 Q9 RB700_02da U28 L1 U27 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options U29 Chapter 2 Q6 D10 U24 U23 Q7 Q5 D9 CompactFlash Socket (J23) U22 CompactFlash Card Installed DIMM1 U21 F4 F3 U20 J23 D8 F2 Q4 ReadyBoard 700 (Bottom view) Q3 D7 U19 F1 U16 U17 D5 Q2 D6 Figure 2-5. CompactFlash Card Installed Removing the CompactFlash Card 1.
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options CAUTION To prevent damage to the ReadyBoard 700 or the CompactFlash card, do not touch either one until you have discharged yourself and have followed good Electrostatic Discharge principals. The ReadyBoard 700 and CompactFlash cards are sensitive to static electricity and can be easily damaged by improper handling. Do the following when handling the CompactFlash cards: Leave the CompactFlash in the anti-static bag until you are ready to install it.
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options Installing Software, Drivers, and Utilities To install the operating system and respective software drivers, refer to the following procedure. 1. Install the desired Operating System (OS) and related drivers from the manufacturer’s diskette(s) or CD-ROM. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to install the desired OS and respective drivers.
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options 4. Install any special OS drivers not found on the manufacturer’s diskette(s) or CD-ROM. Refer to the directories on the ReadyBoard 700 Doc & SW CD-ROM for instructions on installing the special drivers for the desired OS. If the desired drivers can not be found, contact Ampro through the Virtual Technician on the web site with a request for the driver(s). Use the Link to Ampro’s web site on the ReadyBoard 700 Doc & SW CD-ROM.
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Appendix A Technical Support Contacting Support Ampro Computers, Inc. provides a number of methods for contacting Technical Support as listed below in Table A-1. Requests for support through the Virtual Technician are given the highest priority and usually will be addressed within one working day. • Ampro Virtual Technician – This is a comprehensive support center designed to meet all your technical needs. This service is free and available 24 hours a day through the Ampro web site at http://ampro.custhelp.
Appendix A 26 Technical Support QuickStart Guide ReadyBoard 700
