DA-710 Series Embedded Computer Hardware User’s Manual Third Edition, January 2013 www.moxa.com/product © 2013 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited.
DA-710 Series Embedded Computer Hardware User’s Manual The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice Copyright ©2013 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Trademarks The MOXA logo is a registered trademark of Moxa Inc. All other trademarks or registered marks in this manual belong to their respective manufacturers.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 1-2 Model Descriptions and Package Checklist .............................................................................................. 1-2 Appearance...................................
1 1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Moxa DA-710 Series x86-based industrial ready-to-run embedded computer. DA-710 computers come pre-installed with one of two embedded operating systems: • DA-710-LX: Linux • DA-710-XPE: Windows Embedded Standard 2009 This manual introduces the hardware installation, connector interfaces and BIOS setup of the DA-710. For software configuration and management, please refer to your operating system’s user manual.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Introduction Overview The DA-710 computer is based on the Intel x86 processor, supports VGA, and comes with 4 Ethernet ports, 2 RS-232 serial ports, CompactFlash, and USB. The DA-710 comes in a standard 19-inch, 4U high form factor, making it an ideal platform for industrial applications. The DA-710 comes with 4 PCI slots for inserting expansion modules.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Introduction Appearance Front View Rear View ATTENTION Expansion modules can be installed in slot A, B, C, or D.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Introduction Dimensions Features • Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 2.2 GHz processor • 1 x 200-pin DDR2 SODIMM socket, supporting up to 2 GB of DDR2 533 RAM. • 4 PCI slots for expansion cards • Quad 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet for network redundancy • 1 CompactFlash socket, 1 EIDE connector for DOM or IED hard disk, and 2 serial ATA-150 connectors for storage expansion • 4 USB 2.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Introduction Hardware Block Diagram Hardware Specifications Computer CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 2.2 GHz processor OS (pre-installed): Windows Embedded Standard 2009, Linux 2.6 System Chipset: Intel GME965 + ICH8M BIOS: 8 Mbit SPI Serial Flash, PCI Plug & Play, ACPI function support FSB: 533 MHz System Memory: 1 x 200-pin DDR2 SODIMM socket supporting DDR2 533; up to 2 GB max. (1 GB built-in) USB: USB 2.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Introduction Display Graphics Controller: Integrated Intel graphics media accelerator (GMA X3100) Display Memory: Dynamic video memory technology Intel Clear Video Technology: MPEG-2 hardware accelerator, Microsoft DirectX 9 Display Interface: CRT interface for VGA output (DB15 female connector) Resolution: QXGA maximum with resolution up to 2048 x 1536 at 60 Hz Ethernet Interface LAN: 4 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps ports (RJ45) Magnetic Isolation Protection: 1.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Introduction Storage Temperature: -20 to 80°C (4 to 176°F) Power Requirements Input Voltage: Single or dual inputs, 100 to 240 VAC/VDC auto-ranging, 47 to 63 Hz, terminal block Power Consumption: 60 W Regulatory Approvals EMC: CE (EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 55024), FCC (Part 15 Subpart B, CISPR 22 Class A, ANSI C63.4) Safety: UL/cUL (UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No.
2 2. Hardware Installation The DA-710 Series of embedded computers are compact and rugged, making them suitable for industrial applications. The LED indicators allow users to monitor performance and identify trouble spots quickly, and multiple ports are provided for connecting a variety of different devices. The DA-710 embedded computers come with a reliable and stable hardware platform that lets you devote the bulk of your time to application development.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation Placement Options Desktop Place your DA-710 on a clean, flat, well-ventilated desktop. For better ventilation, leave some space between the DA-710 and other equipment. Do not place equipment or objects on top of the DA-710, as this might damage the computer’s internal components. Rack Mounting The DA-710 has rackmount supports for installing the embedded computer on a standard rack. ATTENTION 1.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Step 2: Hardware Installation Attaching the rackmount hanger to the support. Use 2 FMSM5X10 screws to attach the rackmount hanger to the ear of the rackmount support. Repeat this procedure for the second support and hanger. Step 3: Attaching the rackmount support to the DA-710. Use 8 FMSM4X6 screws to attach one rackmount support to one side of the DA-710. Repeat this procedure for the second support and hanger. Step 4: Installing the DA-710 to a rack.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation As a final check, make sure that the four screws are firmly attached to the rack. screw screws s Wiring Requirements The following common safety precautions should be observed before installing 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.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation Connecting the Power To power on the DA-710 embedded computer, connect the power line to the DA-710’s AC power connector (located on the right side of the rear panel) using the power cord and then press the power button. The DA-710 offers dual power inputs for redundancy. See the following figure for detailed power cable wiring.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation Wiring the Power Inputs See the following figures for how to wire power inputs 2-6
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation Power Input Wiring Description Refer to the following section for detailed power input wiring descriptions. Terminal Description Note PWR1 Line/ DC + PWR1 Line / DC + is connected to the positive (+) terminal if the power Number 1 source is DC and to the Line terminal if the power source is AC.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation 3. Surge Ground is connected to the Chassis Ground via a braided cable or other appropriate grounding wire. Surge Ground is used as the ground conductor for all surge and transient suppression circuitry internal to the computer unit. 4. Chassis Ground should be connected to the AC Ground terminal. ATTENTION 1. Equipment must be installed according to the applicable national wiring codes. 2.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation Reset Button Pressing the Reset button initiates a hardware warm reboot. This button is comparable to a desktop PC’s reset button. After pressing the reset button, the system will reboot automatically. During normal use, you should NOT use the Reset Button. You should only use this button if the software is not working properly.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual LEDs 1-4 Hardware Installation Off Customer defined. Connecting to a Display Your DA-710 embedded computer comes with a D-Sub 15-pin female connector to connect to a VGA monitor. Be sure to disconnect the power before you connect or disconnect the monitor cable. Pin No.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation Pin No. Signal Definition 1 PS/2 Keyboard Data 2 PS/2 Mouse Data 3 GND 4 VCC 5 PS/2 Keyboard Clock 6 PS/2 Mouse Clock Use a Y-type cable to convert the mini-DIN connector into two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors in order to simultaneously connect both a PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse. Note: Without the Y-type cable, the PS/2 connector on the DA-710 series can only work with a PS/2 keyboard.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation Pin RS-232 1 DCD 2 RxD 3 TxD 4 DTR 5 GND 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS DI/DO The DA-710 comes with a 4-ch digital input and a 4-ch digital output through terminal block which is located on the rear panel. To wire these digital inputs and outputs, refer to the following figures: Digital Input Wiring Dry Contact Wet Contact Note: If you are using wet contacts, you must connect “DI Source” to power.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation Connecting USB Devices The DA-710 embedded computer has four USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel. All of the ports are UHCI, Rev 2.0 compliant and support Plug & Play and hot swapping. These ports can be used to connect USB devices, such as a keyboard, mouse, USB flash disk, and USB CD-ROM. In addition, both USB ports support system boot up, which can be activated by modifying the BIOS settings.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation 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)- LED Color Description Gigabit RJ45 Green 100 Mbps Ethernet mode Connector Orange 1000 Mbps (Gigabit) Ethernet mode Off Not operating or 10 Mbps Ethernet mode The default IP addresses and netmasks of the Gigabit LAN ports are as follows: Default IP Address Netmask LAN 1 192.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation 4. Carefully slide the module into the clutch at an angle, and then push downward. Make sure the module has been firmly inserted and is oriented correctly. Installing a CompactFlash Card The DA-710 embedded computer comes with a CompactFlash socket. To insert a CompactFlash card, follow these instructions. 1. Disconnect the DA-710 from its power source. 2. Unscrew the cover of the DA-710.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation ATTENTION Make sure you orient the CompactFlash card in the right direction. ATTENTION The DA-710 embedded computer does not support the CompactFlash hot swap and PnP (Plug and Play) functions. You must disconnect the power source before inserting or removing the CompactFlash card. Installing a SATA Hard Disk The DA-710 embedded computer has two SATA connectors for installing two SATA hard disks. To install a 2.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation 4. Install the SATA hard disk in the hard disk bracket. One bracket can hold up to 2 hard disks; you may use either the upper or lower layer on the bracket to install the hard disk. Fasten the two screws on each side of the bracket. 5. Next, install the SATA hard disk and hard disk bracket back into the DA-710.Connect the SATA disk cable and power cable to the SATA hard disk.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual Hardware Installation Note: The DA-710 computer has been pre-installed with a ready-to-run operating system (either Linux or Windows Embedded Standard 2009) in the DOM. If the DOM has been removed, you must install the operating system in another hard disk. ATTENTION A SATA hard disk cable and SATA power cable and hard disk bracket and the HD bracket are not included in the basic package of the DA-710 embedded computer. Any standard SATA disk and power cable can be used.
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3 3. BIOS Setup This chapter describes the BIOS settings of the DA-710 embedded computers. The BIOS is a set of input/output control routines for peripherals. The BIOS is used to initialize basic peripherals and helps boot the operating system before the operating system is loaded. The BIOS setup allows the user to modify the system configuration of these basic input/output peripherals.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup Entering the BIOS Setup Utility To enter the BIOS setup utility, press the “Del” key while the system is booting up. The main BIOS Setup screen will appear. A basic description of each function key is listed at the bottom of the screen. Refer to these descriptions to learn how to scroll about the screen, how to select by pressing “Enter,” and how to use the other hot keys listed below.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup System Security To set up system security, select the “Security” option under “Main” to bring up the following screen. This menu includes two options: “Set Password” and “Security Option.” When you select the Set Password option, a pop-up “Enter Password:” window will appear on the screen. The password that you type will replace the password stored in the CMOS memory. You will be required to confirm the new password.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup Advanced Settings Select the “Advanced” tab to display the advanced settings screen. Hard Disk Boot Priority First/Second/Third Boot Device This option allows users to select or change the drive boot priority. You may set 3 levels of priority to determine the boot up sequence for different bootable devices, such as a hard drive, CD-ROM, and removable devices. Select the order in which devices will be searched in order to find a boot device.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup Advanced BIOS Features When you select the “Advanced BIOS Features” option under the “Advanced” menu, the following configuration menu will appear. Quick Power on Self Test This setting allows the system to skip certain tests while the system boots up. Enable this feature to speed up the boot up process. Options: Enabled (default), Disabled. Summary Screen Show The summary screen displays system information, including CPU, memory, disk drive, and PCI devices.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup On-Chip Frame Buffer Size This item determines the frame buffer size for the VGA function, and will share the system memory. Options: 1 MB, 8 MB (default) DVMT Mode Sets the Dynamic Video Memory Technology operating mode. When set to “Fixed,” the graphics driver will reserve a fixed portion of the system memory as graphics memory.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup IRQ Resources When resources are controlled manually, you can assign each system interrupt to Reserved or PCI device. This is only configurable when “Resources Controlled By” is set to “Manual.” Options: IRQ 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11 for PCI device. Peripherals OnChip IDE Device On-Chip Channel 0 PCI IDE This option lets you enable or disable the IDE channel.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave UDMA Ultra DMA functionality can be implemented if it is supported by the IDE hard drives in your system. Your operating environment also requires a DMA driver (Windows 95 OSR2 or a third party IDE bus master driver). If your hard drive and system software both support Ultra DMA, select “Auto” to enable BIOS support. Options: Auto (default), Disabled SATA Mode IDE (default): This option configures the Serial ATA drives in IDE mode.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup SuperIO Device Onboard Serial Port 1/2 Select the function of serial ports 1 and 2. You may disable them if you do not want to use these two ports. Options: Disabled, 3F8/IRQ4 (Port 1)(default), 2F8/IRQ3 (Port 2) (default) PWRON after PWR-Fail This field determines whether your system will boot after restoring power following a power failure. If you select “On,” the system will boot after restoring power following a power failure.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup ACPI Suspend Type Select S1 (POS) to select the Power On Suspend option. Select S3 (STR) to select the Suspend to RAM option. Options: S1 (POS) (default), S3 (STR). Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN Select the “Instant-Off” option if you would like the system to power down immediately after the power button is pushed. Selecting the “Delay 4 Sec” option will require that the power button is held down for at least 4 seconds before the system powers down.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup Date (of Month) Alarm Set the “date” for the “RTC Wake Up” function if “RTC Wake Up” is set to “Enabled.” Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm You can set the hour, minute, and second of the “RTC Wake Up” function if “RTC Wake Up” is set to “Enabled.” Hardware Monitor CPU Warning Temperature This item sets the CPU warning temperature. When the CPU temperature is higher than this setting, the system will throttle down to 75%.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup Load Defaults Load System Default Settings Use this option to load factory default system settings, overwriting the current BIOS settings. This option is useful for when the system is unstable. Users do not need to remember what settings were active before the system instability. Load System Turbo Settings Use this option to load system optimized settings. If the system is not stable, please load the system default settings.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup Exiting the BIOS Setup To exit the BIOS setup utility, choose “Exit.” Pressing will achieve the same result. Save & Exit Setup Save all configuration changes to CMOS (memory) and exit setup. A confirmation message will display before proceeding. Exit Without Saving Abandon all changes made during the current session and exit setup. A confirmation message will display before proceeding. Upgrading the BIOS This section describes how to upgrade the BIOS.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup ATTENTION HP’s USB Disk Storage Format Tool is available from many web sites. Search for the phrase “HP USB Disk Storage Format Tool,” and then download the tool from one of the websites found. ATTENTION The BootFlashDOS utility can be downloaded from the following website: http://gocoding.com/page.php?al=bootflashdos. Step 2: Prepare the Upgrade Tool and BIOS Binary File. You must use the BIOS upgrade installation file to upgrade the BIOS.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup 5. Press “+” to move it up to the first priority, and press “Esc” to exit the setup menu. 6. Make sure the first boot device is Hard Disk. If it isn’t, press Enter to change it. 7. Select Exit Save & Exit Setup and then press Enter. 8. Choose Y to save to the CMOS and then exit. Step 4: Run awdflash.exe to upgrade the BIOS. 1. If the BIOS Setup is correct, it will restart and boot from the USB disk. 2. Run awdflash xxxxxxx.
DA-710 Series Hardware Manual BIOS Setup ATTENTION Do NOT switch off the power supply during the BIOS upgrade, as doing so may cause the system to crash. Step 5: Load BIOS Default. 1. If the BIOS upgrade is successful, it should reboot and the following screen should appear. 2. Press DEL to open the BIOS Setup menu. 3. Select Defaults Load System Default Settings and then choose Y. 4. Select Exit Save & Exit Setup and then press Enter to choose Y to save the settings to CMOS and exit.
A A. Safe Installation Guidelines A. RTC Battery Warning CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion if a battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. B. Fuse Warning CAUTION: For continued protection against fire, replace only with same type and rating of fuse. C.
