KUBE-8050/8051 Embedded Box PC with Intel® Atom N270 Processor User’s Guide KUBE-8050/8051 User’s Manual I
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Content Content Content....................................................................................................................... 3 Figures ....................................................................................................................... 4 Tables......................................................................................................................... 5 Safety Instructions.......................................................................................
Figures Figures Figure 1 Mechanical Dimensions ............................................................... 17 Figure 2 Remove Chassis Cover ............................................................... 18 Figure 3 Mechanical Layout - Internal Components................................... 19 Figure 4 DIMM Memory and 240-pin Socket.............................................. 20 Figure 5 Memory Installation......................................................................
Tables Tables Table 1 KUBE-8050/8051 product specifications .......................................
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Before You Begin Before handling the product, read the instructions and safety guidelines on the following pages to prevent damage to the product and to ensure your own personal safety. Refer to the “Advisories” section in the Preface for advisory conventions used in this user’s guide, including the distinction between Warnings, Cautions, Important Notes, and Notes. Always use caution when handling/operating a computer.
Safety Instructions 3. 4. apply when hot swapping parts. Follow the guidelines provided in “Preventing Electrostatic Discharge” on the following page. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunications lines from the computer. In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate: To help avoid possible damage to system boards, wait five seconds after turning off the computer before removing a component, removing a system board, or disconnecting a peripheral device from the computer.
Safety Instructions Handle components and boards with care. Don’t touch the components or contacts on a board. Hold a board by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Do not handle or store system boards near strong electrostatic, electromagnetic, magnetic, or radioactive fields. Instructions for Lithium Battery WARNING Danger of explosion when battery is replaced with incorrect type. Only replace with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Preface Preface How to Use This Guide This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation, and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and upgrades. NOTE Driver downloads and additional information are available under Downloads on our web site: www.quanmax.com. Unpacking When unpacking, follow these steps: 1. After opening the box, save it and the packing material for possible future shipment. 2. Remove all items from the box.
Preface area (domestic environment) is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference (take adequate measures) at their own expense. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Quanmax could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Preface each unit, by serial number(s), as well as a copy of the original invoice showing the date of purchase. To reduce risk of damage, returns of product must be in a Quanmax shipping container. If the original container has been lost or damaged, new shipping containers may be obtained from Quanmax Customer Service at a nominal cost. Quanmax owns all parts removed from repaired products.
Preface Environmental Factors Temperature The ambient temperature within an enclosure may be greater than room ambient temperature. Installation in an enclosure should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation is not compromised. Consideration should be given to the maximum rated ambient temperature. Overheating can cause a variety of problems, including premature aging and failure of chips or mechanical failure of devices.
Preface Surge Protector Surge protectors are available in a variety of types and usually provide a level of protection proportional with the cost of the device. Surge protectors prevent voltage spikes from entering a system through the AC power cord. Surge protectors, however, do not offer protection against brownouts, which occur when the voltage drops more than 20 percent below the normal AC line voltage level.
Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The KUBE-8050/8051 is a compact Box PC ideal for space-critical applications. This powerful embedded hardware platform is designed with Intel® Atom N270 Processor which provides with excellent performance enabled by 45nm Process Technology. The system is supported with Intel® 945GSE / ICH7-M chipset, and DDR2 DIMM up to 2GB. Featured are a 2.5” SATA HDD, Mini PCIe slot, dual Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, VGA, COM, LPT and PS/2 KB/MS.
Chapter 1 Product Specifications Construction Heavy-duty steel chassis System Board Mini-ITX Embedded SBC, Intel® Atom™ N270, Intel® 945GSE + ICH7-M Memory 1x DDR2 400/533 DIMM Socket, up to 2GB Front I/O Power Switch Power LED HDD Activity LED Rear I/O 2x RJ-45, GbE 4x USB 2.
Chapter 1 Front view of the computer Rear view of the computer KUBE-8050 KUBE-8051 KUBE-8050/8051 User’s Manual 16
Chapter 1 Mechanical Layout Figure 1 Mechanical Dimensions KUBE-8050/8051 User’s Manual 17
Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Assembly/Disassembly Accessing Internal Components WARNING Before opening your system, make sure to turn it off and disconnect the power sources to prevent electric shock or system damage. Follow the procedure described below to access the system's internal components 1. 2. Loosen the 4 flathead screws from right and left side of the computer. Remove the chassis cover off the chassis base.
Chapter 2 See figure below for the locations of the internal components of the system.
Chapter 2 Memory Module Installation Figure below displays the notch marks as they should look on your DIMM memory modules. DDR2 DIMMs have 240-pins and one notch that will match with the onboard DIMM sockets. DIMM modules are installed by placing the chip firmly into the socket at a 90-degree angle and pressing straight down until it fits tightly into the DIMM socket.
Chapter 2 Figure 5 Memory Installation Removing a DIMM: To remove the DIMM, use your fingers or a small screwdriver to carefully push away the plastic tabs that secure the DIMM at each end. Lift it out of the socket. NOTE Make sure you store the DIMM in an anti-static bag. The socket must be populated with memory modules of the same size and manufacturer. HDD Installation Secure the hard drive to the brackets using the 4 short screws provided.
Chapter 2 Installation PCI Card NOTE When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration. The product provides space for a half-length PCI expansion card. Before installing your card, make sure it meets the following height restrictions. Figure 7 PCI card height restrictions 1. 2.
Chapter 2 Wall Mounting The KUBE-8050/8051 comes with 2 L-brackets for wall mounting. Secure the L-brackets to the each side of the chassis using the total 4 screws. Figure 9 Secure the L-brackets for wall mounting Refer to figure below for wall mount holes spacing. The shape of the screw holes allows the KUBE-8050/8051 to be mounted and provides for easy removal of the chassis for repair of maintenance. Use four standard M4 screws to mount the KUBE-8050/8051.
Chapter 3 Chapter 3 Getting Started Power Connection DC Power The product comes with a two pin header that carries 12VDC external power input. Label Function DC 12V + ` GND CAUTION Use the power cord suitable for the power supply in your country. Do not remove or alter the grounding prong on the power cord. In situations where a two-slot receptacle is present, have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong grounding type receptacle.
Chapter 3 COM Pin Assignment & Setting Table 2 COM, DB-9 Connector Pin RS232 (COM1-10) RS422 (COM1*) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DCD, Data carrier detect RXD, Receive data TXD, Transmit data DTR, Data terminal ready GND, ground DSR, Data set ready RTS, Request to send CTS, Clear to send RI, Ring indicator TXRX+ TX+ RXGND N/A N/A N/A N/A RS485 Half Duplex (COM1*) DATAN/A DATA+ N/A GND N/A N/A N/A N/A RS485 Full Duplex (COM1*) TXRX+ TX+ RXGND N/A N/A N/A N/A * COM1 RS232/422/485 can be selected by JP4 Table
Chapter 3 Figure 11 Jumper Location Maintenance and Prevention Your system requires minimal maintenance and care to keep it operating correctly. Occasionally wipe the system with a soft dry cloth. You should only remove persistent dirt by use of a soft, slightly damp cloth (use only a mild detergent). Make sure the ventilation holes are clear of debris.