MC-4510-C23 User’s Manual Third Edition, March 2011 www.moxa.com/product © 2011 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.
MC-4510-C23 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 © 2011 Moxa Inc., All rights reserved. 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 Package Checklist ............................................................................................................................... 1-2 Product Features ..................
1 1. Introduction The MC-4510-C23 computer is based on the Intel Core 2 Duo mobile processor and comes with 2 optically isolated RS-232/422/485 serial ports, 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 6 USB 2.0 hosts, and a CompactFlash socket, offering high performance and versatile peripherals for marine, railway, power, and other industrial applications. The MC-4510-C23’s rugged and fanless design and 1G anti-vibration and 5G anti-shock make it particularly well-suited for bridge systems in marine applications.
MC-4510-C23 Introduction Overview The MC-4510-C23 computer is based on the Intel Core 2 Duo mobile processor and comes with 2 optically isolated RS-232/422/485 serial ports, 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 6 USB 2.0 hosts, and a CompactFlash socket, offering high performance and versatile peripherals for marine, railway, power, and other industrial applications. Users can easily install Windows 7, Windows XP SP3, Windows XP Embedded, or Windows CE 6.
MC-4510-C23 Introduction MC-4510-C23 Hardware Specifications Computer CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo SP9300 2.26 GHz, 6 MB for L2 cache OS: Windows 7, Windows XP SP3, Windows XP Embedded (must be installed by the user) System Chipset: Intel GS45 + ICH9M DRAM: 2 GB DDR3 SDRAM onboard (supports DDR3 up to 4 GB) Expansion Bus: Mini-PCIe onboard USB: USB 2.
MC-4510-C23 Introduction Input Voltage: 18 to 36 VDC (3-pin terminal block) Power Consumption: 48.6 W • 1.35 A @ 36 VDC • 1.96 A @ 24 VDC • 2.61 A @ 18 VDC Standards and Certifications Safety: UL 60950-1, IEC 60945 4th. IACS-E10, CCC (GB4943, GB9254, GB17625.1) EMC: EN 55022 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.
2 2. Hardware Introduction The MC-4510-C23 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.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Introduction Appearance MC-4510-C23 Front View Dimensions 2-2
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Introduction LED Indicators LED Name Power Storage LAN LED Color LED Function Green Power is on and functioning normally Off Power is off or a power error exists Yellow (on) CF card is inserted and detected Yellow (blinking) CF card or HDD is reading/writing Off No activity 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 bat
3 3. Hardware Connection Description In this chapter, we show how to connect the embedded computers to the network and to various devices.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description Installing the MC4510-C23 Wall or Cabinet Mounting The MC-4510-C23 has been pre-installed with two brackets on both ends of the computer. Use two screws per side to attach the MC-4510-C23 to a wall or cabinet. Step 1: Use two screws for each bracket and attach the bracket to the rear of the MC-4510-C23. Wiring Requirements This section describes how to connect serial devices to the embedded computer.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description Connecting the Power The MC-4510-C23 offers 18 to 36 VDC power input with the terminal block. If the power is supplied properly, the Power LED will light up. The OS is ready when the Ready LED glows a solid green. For safety reasons, please use cables with the following specifications: Wire range 14-22 AWG, torque 7 lb Grounding the MC-4510-C23 Grounding and write routing help limit the effects of noise due to electromagnetic interference (EMI).
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description 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 Use a serial cable to plug your serial device into the embedded computer’s serial port. Serial ports 1 and 2 have male DB9 connectors and can be configured for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 communication by software.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description 3. There is a tenon/hook on the cover of the CF socket. Turn the CompactFlash card over and then insert the CompactFlash card into the tenon/hook of the CF socket cover. ATTENTION Be careful of how you orient the CompactFlash card. You should turn the CF card bottom side up, in order to hook CF card into the CF socket cover. 4. Gently insert the CompactFlash card into the CF socket, making sure that the card is oriented correctly.
MC-4510-C23 PS/2 Connector Hardware Connection Description 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 the Y-type cable to convert the mini-DIN connector into two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors to connect both a PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse at the same time. You may also use the USB ports to connect your USB-based keyboard and mouse.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description DB15 Female Connector Pin No. Signal Definition 1 Red 2 Green 3 Blue 4 NC 5 GND 6 GND 7 GND 8 GND 9 VCC 10 GND 11 NC 12 DDC2B Data 13 HSYNC 14 VSYNC 15 DDC2B Clock Connecting to a DVI-D Monitor The MC-4510-C23 computers come with a DVI-D connector that can connect to a DVI monitor. Use the cable to connect one end to the DVI-D connector and the other end to the monitor. See the following table for DVI-D connector pin assignments.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description Connecting to a Speaker or a Headphone The MC-4510-C23 comes with audio input and output interfaces for connecting a microphone and speaker or headphones. See the following figure for details. Upgrading the Memory Module The MC-4510-C23 computer supports two memory sockets that have been installed with 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM modules (1 GB for each socket). To upgrade the DDR3 SDRAM memory module, follow these instructions: 1.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description 4. Remove the back cover of the computer. You will see two HDD brackets inside. The memory module is located below the first HDD bracket. 5. Remove the four screws of the first HDD bracket. See the following figure for the specific location of the screws. 6. After the first HDD bracket has been removed, you can find two memory modules. Carefully remove the module by clicking the clutches at both sides of the module, and then replace the new module.
MC-4510-C23 7. Hardware Connection Description When finished, replace the first HDD bracket and the back cover of the computer. Installing a SATA Hard Disk The MC-4510-C23 has two SATA connectors for installing two SATA hard disks. To install the 2.5-inch SATA hard disks, follow these instructions. After removing the back cover of the computer, find the HDD brackets in the following figure. Please note that you can install your hard disk onto either HDD bracket.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description Installing the Hard Disk on the First HDD Bracket 1. Remove the four screws on the first HDD bracket. 2. Remove two black screws on each side of the bracket, and then take off the cover. 3. Place the hard disk on the bracket. Use the four screws to fasten the hard disk at both sides of the bracket.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description 4. When finished, place the bracket on the computer, and use four screws to fasten the bracket. Next, find the location of the power connect and the SATA connectors. There is one power connector which can be used by two SATA hard disks, and there are two SATA connectors for connecting two SATA disks. 5. Connect the power cable to the power connector and the SATA cable to the SATA connector. 6.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description Installing the Hard Disk on the Second HDD Bracket 1. Remove the four screws on the second HDD bracket. 2. Remove two black screws on each side of the bracket, and then take off the cover. 3. Place the hard disk on the bracket. Use the four screws to fasten the hard disk at both sides of the bracket.
MC-4510-C23 Hardware Connection Description 4. When finished, place the bracket on the computer, and use four screws to fasten the bracket. Next, connect the SATA cable to the SATA connector, and the power cable to the power connector. 5. When you finish installing two hard disks on the computer, replace the back cover of the computer, and fasten the screws. 6. When finished, use the ground sticker to attach the hard drive disk and the bracket.
4 4. BIOS Setup This chapter describes the BIOS settings of the MC-4510-C23 computer. 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 configurations of these basic input/output peripherals.
MC-4510-C23 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.
MC-4510-C23 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. Just re-type the password and then press .
MC-4510-C23 BIOS Setup Hard Disk Boot Priority First/Second/Third Boot Device This option allows users to select or change the device 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.
MC-4510-C23 BIOS Setup C1E Function This item allows you to configure the power-saving mode when the CPU is in C1 status. Options: Auto (default), Disabled Virtualization Technology This item allows you to enable or disable the Virtualization Technology Options: Enabled, Disabled (default) 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.
MC-4510-C23 BIOS Setup 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. When set to “DVMT,” the graphics driver will dynamically allocate system memory as graphics memory, according to system and graphics requirements.
MC-4510-C23 BIOS Setup OnChip IDE Device SATA Mode This item allows you to select the IDE mode or AHCI mode for your SATA hard disk.. Options: IDE (default), AHCI Legacy Mode Support This item allows you to enable or disable the legacy USB device. Options: Disabled (default), Enabled Onboard Device Onboard LAN Boot ROM Decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip.
MC-4510-C23 BIOS Setup Super I/O Device Debug Port This function allows you to enable/disable the debug port communication. This port is only for engineers who are debugging program. Options: Disabled (default), Enabled Power on After Power Fail This item allows you to configure the power on after power fail function. Options: Off, On (default), Former-Sts Power The Power Setup Menu allows you to configure your system power-up/ power-down options.
MC-4510-C23 BIOS Setup HPET Support This item allows you to enable/disable the HPET (High Precision Event Timer) function. Option: Enabled (default), Disabled HPET Mode This item allows you to select the HPET mode. Option: 32-bit mode (default), 64-bit mode Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN This item determines the delay to stop the software when pushing the power button. Options: Instant-Off (default), Delay 4 Sec. Wake Up Control RTC Wake Up This item allows you to enable/disable the RTC wake up function.
MC-4510-C23 BIOS Setup Warning Beep This item allows you to enable/disable the warning beep. Options: Disabled (default), Enabled Load Defaults Load System Default Settings Use this option to load system factory default settings instead of 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 fails. Load System Turbo Settings Use this option to load system optimized settings.
MC-4510-C23 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 be displayed before proceeding. Exit Without Saving Abandon all changes made during the current session and exit setup. A confirmation message will be displayed before proceeding. Upgrading the BIOS This section describes how to upgrade the BIOS.
MC-4510-C23 BIOS Setup ATTENTION We suggest you use a USB drive with under 2 GB in disk space, as larger USB drives may not support FAT file format and consequently fail to boot. Step 2: Prepare the Upgrade Tool and BIOS Binary File. You must use the BIOS upgrade installation file to upgrade the BIOS. You can download it from the Moxa Download Center at: http://web4.moxa.com/support/download_center.asp 1. Get the BIOS upgrade installation file. The file name should have following format: 451010.s02. 2.
MC-4510-C23 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. While in the BIOS Setup menu and before upgrading the BIOS, you may choose to save the old BIOS files to a specific location.
MC-4510-C23 BIOS Setup 5. Please note that once the BIOS is successfully upgraded, the default BIOS values will be automatically loaded. However, if you wish to re-configure the BIOS settings, press DEL while booting. ATTENTION Do NOT switch off the power supply during the BIOS upgrade, since doing so may cause the system to crash.
A A. Regulatory Approval Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Class A： FCC Warning! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
