Lynf96 130530

IPC Series
PANEL-PC 955 Series

Fanless, Atom N270, CF, 12.1 inch, XGA
1 PCI slot model
User’s Manual
CONTEC CO.,LTD.
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Product Configuration List
PT-955LXP1 –DC5311 PT-955LXP1 –DC5312
[Panel Mount] [Panel Mount]
OS-installed model OS-installed model
[WES2009] [WES7]
Japanese Japanese
Name Pcs. Pcs.
Panel-PC 1 1
Waterproof packing 1 1
The attachment fittings 8 8
CF card removal prevention fitting 1 *1 1 *1
Screws for attachment fittings
1 1
Three-point sems screw(M3 x 6)
Slot cover 1 1
Power supply connector complete set
Power connector 1 1
Contact 4 4
Cable clamp 1 1
DVI-analog RGB conversion adapter 1 1
Product guide (this sheet) 1 1
IPC Precaution List 1 1
Warranty Certificate 1 1
Serial number label 1 1
Royalty consent contract 1 1
Setup Procedure Document 1 1
Notes on using Windows Embedded Standard 1 1
Recovery Media *2 1 1
*1 It is attached to the main body.
*2 Please confirm latest information on the CONTEC homepage though the user's manual is stored in Recovery
Media.
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Product Configuration Image
Power connector
Contact
Panel-PC (PT-955LXP1) Waterproof packing Cable clamp Power supply
(for PT955LX) connector complete Slot cover
set
The attach CF card DVI-analog RGB Three-point sems

ment fittings removal conversion adapter screw (M3 x 6)
(for PT955LX) prevention
fitting
Product guide
IPC Notes on using
Precaution Royalty Setup Windows
List consent Procedure Embedded
contract Document Standard
Product guide IPC Precaution List Royalty Setup Notes on using Recovery Media
consent Procedure Windows Embedded
contract Document Standard
Warranty
Certificate
XXXX XXXXXX XXX
XXXX XXXXXX XXX
Warranty Certificate Serial number label
* See the Product Configuration List to check if all the components are included for the specified number of units.
About the handling of the battery and the storage battery in E U

signatory
Note: This symbol mark is for EU countries only.

This symbol mark is according to the directive 2006/66/EC Article 20 Information
for end-users and Annex II.
This symbol means that batteries and accumulators, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your
household waste.
If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol shown above, this chemical symbol means that the battery or
accumulator contains a heavy metal at a certain concentration.
This will be indicated as follows:
Hg: mercury (0.0005%), Cd: cadmium (0.002%), Pb: lead (0.004%)
These ingredients may cause serious hazardous for human and the global environment.
Please refer to the user's manual for the annulment of detaching a detailed battery specification and the battery and the
batteries.
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Copyright
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CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information contained in this
document.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
All relevant issues have been considered in the preparation of this document. Should you notice an
omission or any questionable item in this document, please feel free to notify CONTEC CO., LTD.
Regardless of the foregoing statement, CONTEC assumes no responsibility for any errors that may
appear in this document or for results obtained by the user as a result of using this product.
Trademarks
Intel, Intel Atom, Intel Core and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. MS, Microsoft
and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are trademarks
of their respective holder.
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Table of Contents
Check Your Package ................................................................................................................................i
Copyright ............................................................................................................................................... iii
Trademarks ............................................................................................................................................ iii
Table of Contents................................................................................................................................... iv
1. INTRODUCTION 1
About the Product ....................................................................................................................................1
Features .............................................................................................................................................1
Supported OS....................................................................................................................................2
Customer Support ....................................................................................................................................3
Web Site............................................................................................................................................3
Limited One-Year Warranty ...................................................................................................................3
How to Obtain Service ............................................................................................................................3
Liability....................................................................................................................................................3
Safety Precautions ...................................................................................................................................4
Safety Information............................................................................................................................4
Caution on the PT-955 Series ..........................................................................................................4
2. SYSTEM REFERENCE 7
Specification ............................................................................................................................................7
Power Management Features ................................................................................................................10
Power Requirements..............................................................................................................................10
Power Consumption .......................................................................................................................10
Physical Dimensions .............................................................................................................................11
3. HARDWARE SETUP 13
Before Using the Product for the First Time ........................................................................................13
Hardware Setup .....................................................................................................................................14
Attaching the CF Attachment Fittings...........................................................................................14
Attaching the FG ............................................................................................................................15
Installation of an extended board...................................................................................................16
Fastening the Cable ........................................................................................................................18
Hardware Setup ..............................................................................................................................19
Installation Requirements...............................................................................................................20
4. EACH COMPONENT FUNCTION 23

Component Name ..................................................................................................................................23
Side view.........................................................................................................................................23
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Bottom view ................................................................................................................................... 23
System Configuration ........................................................................................................................... 24
Component Function............................................................................................................................. 25
LED: POWER, ACCESS, STATUS ............................................................................................. 25
DC Power Input Connector: DC-IN.............................................................................................. 25
Power switch: POWER SW........................................................................................................... 26
Line out Interface: LINE OUT ...................................................................................................... 26
Mic in Interface: MIC .................................................................................................................... 26
Giga bit-Ethernet: LAN A – B ...................................................................................................... 27
USB Ports: USB............................................................................................................................. 28
Serial Port Interface: SERIAL A - B............................................................................................. 29
DVI Interface: DVI ........................................................................................................................ 30
CF Card Connector (Primary IDE Connection): CF1 - 2............................................................. 32
Expansion slots .............................................................................................................................. 33
5. BIOS SETUP 35
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 35
Starting Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 35
Using Setup .................................................................................................................................... 36
Getting Help ................................................................................................................................... 36
In Case of Problems ....................................................................................................................... 36
A Final Note About Setup ............................................................................................................. 36
Main Menu ............................................................................................................................................ 37
Setup Items..................................................................................................................................... 37
Standard CMOS Setup .......................................................................................................................... 39
Main Menu Selections .......................................................................................................................... 40
IDE Adapters.................................................................................................................................. 41
Advanced BIOS Features Setup ........................................................................................................... 42
CPU Feature .......................................................................................................................................... 43
Hard Disk Boot Priority ........................................................................................................................ 44
Virus Warning ................................................................................................................................ 45
Advanced Chipset Features Setup ........................................................................................................ 52
PCI Express Root Port Function........................................................................................................... 55
VGA setting........................................................................................................................................... 56
Integrated Peripherals ........................................................................................................................... 58
OnChip IDE Device .............................................................................................................................. 59
On Chip Serial ATA setting ................................................................................................................. 63
Onboard Device..................................................................................................................................... 64
Super IO Device .................................................................................................................................... 68
Power Management Setup .................................................................................................................... 70
PnP/PCI Configuration Setup ............................................................................................................... 76
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IRQ Resources .......................................................................................................................................78
PCI Express relative items ....................................................................................................................81
PC Health Status ....................................................................................................................................82
Frequency/Voltage Control ...................................................................................................................84
Defaults Menu .......................................................................................................................................85
Supervisor/User Password Setting ........................................................................................................86
Exit Selecting.........................................................................................................................................87
POST Messages .....................................................................................................................................87
POST Beep.............................................................................................................................................87
Error Messages ......................................................................................................................................88
6. APPENDIX 91
Memory Map .........................................................................................................................................91
I/O Port Addresses.................................................................................................................................92
Interrupt Level List................................................................................................................................93
POST Codes...........................................................................................................................................94
SERIAL I/O Address and Register Function .......................................................................................99
Watch-Dog-Timer .............................................................................................................................. 105
Life of CF............................................................................................................................................ 109
Battery................................................................................................................................................. 110
7. LIST OF OPTIONS 113
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1. Introduction
1. Introduction
About the Product
This product is a fanless PANEL-PC for embedded use based on Intel (R) Atom processor N270 and a
945GSE (GMA950 incorporated) chipset. Adoption of the long life power saving LED and Intel (R)
Atom processor offers low power consumption while ensuring sufficient performance.
The “resource-saving PC” contributes downsizing and power-saving of equipment to reduce your
running cost and to promote energy efficiency.
It is equipped with extended interfaces such as 1000BASE-T, USB 2.0, and serial interfaces, and it is also
equipped with a single PCI bus slot. It adopts CF card for the storage and is fanless, which demonstrate
the totally spindleless design that simplifies the maintenance.
Embedded-type CPU and chip set have been adopted. The use of readily available parts ensures the ease
of the use of the product. In addition, the use of CONTEC-customized BIOS allows support to be
provided at the BIOS level.
According to your application, two types (the panel mount type and the open frame type) are available.
This product is available in the following 1 model:

- WES-installed model and panel mount type equipped with Intel Atom Processor N270 1.60GHz
PT-955LXP1-DC5311 (12.1 inch, LCD (XGA), Memory 1GB,
Windows Embedded Standard 2009 (Japanese version), CF 2GB)
WES-installed model and panel mount type equipped with Intel Atom Processor N270 1.60GHz
PT-955LXP1-DC5312 (12.1 inch, LCD (XGA), Memory 1GB,
Windows Embedded Standard 7 (Japanese version), CF 4GB)
Features
- Contributing to reduction of running cost and promotion of energy efficiency
Power consumption is about 30% less compared to the conventional standard model
(IPC-PT700HX-AC426). Due to adoption of the low power consumption LED backlight and Intel (R)
Atom processor N270, low power consumption, approximately 41W*1 even at a high load condition, is
achieved at the same time sufficient performance is ensured, contributing to the lesser running cost.
*1 Median value of power consumption of a standard model PT-955LXP1-DC53xx with input power of
24VDC under unloaded and fully-loaded conditions.
- Slitless/fanless design that reduces maintenance work

This product's spindleless design eliminates the heat dissipating slit and CPU fan and adopts CF card for
the storage. It is free from dusts and foreign objects, and the use the parts that degrades over the years is
avoided in most case, resulting in drastic alleviation of the maintenance burden.
- High definition supported DVI external display output

This product has the up to 1920 x 1080 pixels DVI external display output as standard feature. A
stand-alone two-displays application which, for example, displays the screen on a big LCD TV separately
from the main LCD, can be built. Also, with the accompanying analog RGB (15 pin HD-SUB)
conversion adapter, connecting to an analog RGB display is supported.
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- Remote power management function to reduce operation tasks

This product supports timed/automated system start-up (Resume By Alarm). For example, it enables
unattended operation, such as starting to show information of an establishment in unison at opening time.
Also, it supports system start-up externally via network (Wake On LAN) and modem (Power On by Ring).
It encourages significant labor saving in operation.
- Major types of peripherals are supported with rich interfaces including the two CF card slots
It has a variety of extended interface such as 1000BASE-T x 2, USB2.0 x 4, serial (RS-232C) x 2.
It has 2 CF card slots that can use for OS and data. They are very useful because you can use one slot for
system start-up and the other for maintenance, system log, or taking away the collected data.
- Expansion slots to hold PCI bus boards.

PT-955LXP1-DC53xx has one PCI slot. Board size that can be attached is 177(L) x 107(H)[mm].
- Falling-off prevention tools and cable clamps provided to avoid trouble caused by disconnected cable
This product stays trouble-free, being equipped with USB removal prevention fitting and cable clamp for
connectors with no locking mechanism, such as USB cable, and with hardware to properly mount and
avoid falling out of CF card.
- Safety design required for embedded applications

Retention of CMOS data by EEPROM allows the system to start up even when the battery has run out.
For Windows Embedded Standard installed model, it is possible to use the EWF*2 function of OS. It is
designed for safety required for embedding purpose, for example, prohibiting unwanted writing to the CF
card with EWF function will relieve the concern about the writing limits to the CF card and prevent an
unintentional system alteration.
*2 EWF (Enhanced Write Filter) is a function specific to Windows Embedded Standard that protects the disk from being actually written
by redirecting the writing to RAM.
- A wide range of power supplies (10.8 - 31.2VDC) supported

As the product supports a wide range of power (10.8 - 31.2VDC), it can be used in a variety of power
environments. The separately available AC adapter adds support for 100VAC power. *3
*3 When using the AC adapter, limits are placed on the expansion board power supply capacity and the external device power supply
capacity.
- Touch panel enables keyboard-less operation.

These products have analog touch panel enabling mouse emulation using driver software.
Supported OS
- Windows Embedded Standard 2009 (PT-955LXP1-DC5311)
- Windows Embedded Standard 7 (PT-955LXP1-DC5312)
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1. Introduction
Customer Support
CONTEC provides the following support services for you to use CONTEC products more efficiently and
comfortably.
Web Site
Japanese http://www.contec.co.jp/
English http://www.contec.com/
Chinese http://www.contec.com.cn/
Latest product information

CONTEC provides up-to-date information on products.
CONTEC also provides product manuals and various technical documents in the PDF.
Free download
You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in
several languages.
Note! For product information

Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price,
delivery time, or estimate information.
Limited One-Year Warranty

CONTEC products are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD. to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for up to one year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
Repair will be free of charge only when this device is returned freight prepaid with a copy of the original
invoice and a Return Merchandise Authorization to the distributor or the CONTEC group office, from
which it was purchased.
This warranty is not applicable for scratches or normal wear, but only for the electronic circuitry and
original products. The warranty is not applicable if the device has been tampered with or damaged
through abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or unreasonable use, or if the original invoice is not included, in
which case repairs will be considered beyond the warranty policy.
How to Obtain Service

For replacement or repair, return the device freight prepaid, with a copy of the original invoice. Please
obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA) from the CONTEC group office where you
purchased before returning any product.
* No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the RMA number.
Liability
The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product. In no event will the warrantor be
liable for any incidental or consequential damages due to such defect or consequences that arise from
inexperienced usage, misuse, or malfunction of this device.

1. Introduction
Safety Precautions
Understand the following definitions and precautions to use the product safely.
Safety Information
This document provides safety information using the following symbols to prevent accidents resulting in
injury or death and the destruction of equipment and resources. Understand the meanings of these labels
to operate the equipment safely.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

DANGER
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

WARNING
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

CAUTION
result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage.
Caution on the PT-955 Series

Handling Precautions
WARNING
- Always check that the power supply is turned off before connecting or disconnecting power cables.
- Procedures that could result in serious injury or loss of human life should never be performed from a
touch panel. Use system design methods that can guard against input errors.
- Do not modify the product.
- Always turn off the power before inserting or removing circuit boards or cables.
- This product is not intended for use in aerospace, space, nuclear power, medical equipment, or other
applications that require a very high level of reliability. Do not use the product in such applications.
- If using this product in applications where safety is critical such as in railways, automotive, or
disaster prevention or security systems, please contact your retailer.
- Do not attempt to replace the battery as inappropriate battery replacement poses a risk of explosion.
- For battery replacement, contact your retailer as it must be performed as a process of repair.
- When disposing of a used battery, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws
and municipal ordinances.

1. Introduction
CAUTION
- Do not use or store this product in a location exposed to high or low temperature that exceeds range
of specification or susceptible to rapid temperature changes.
Example: - Exposure to direct sun
- In the vicinity of a heat source
- Do not use this product in extremely humid or dusty locations. It is extremely dangerous to use this
product with its interior penetrated by water or any other fluid or conductive dust. If this product
must be used in such an environment, install it on a dust-proof control panel, for example.
- Avoid using or storing this product in locations subject to shock or vibration that exceeds range of
specification.
- Do not use this product in the vicinity of devices that generate strong magnetic force or noise. Such
products will cause this product to malfunction.
- Do not use or store this product in the presence of chemicals.
- To clean this product, wipe it gently with a soft cloth dampened with either water or mild detergent.
Do not use chemicals or a volatile solvent, such as benzene or thinner, to prevent pealing or
discoloration of the paint.
- This product’s case may become hot. To avoid being burned, do not touch that section while this
product is in operation or immediately after turning off the power. Avoid installation in a location
where people may come into contact with that section.
- CONTEC does not provide any guarantee for the integrity of data on CF.
- Always disconnect the power cable from the receptacle before mounting or removing the expansion
board, or before connecting or disconnecting any connector.
- To prevent corruption of files, always shutdown the OS before turning off this product.
- CONTEC reserves the right to refuse to service a product modified by the user.
- In the event of failure or abnormality (foul smells or excessive heat generation), unplug the power
cord immediately and contact your retailer.
- To connect with peripherals, use a grounded, shielded cable.
- Do not use any sharp-pointed object such as a mechanical pencil to touch the touch panel. Doing so
may scratch the touch panel, resulting in malfunctions.
- Do not subject the touch panel to shock as doing so may break it.
- When the surface or frame of the touch panel has become dirty, wipe it with neutral detergent. Do not
wipe the touch panel with thinner, alcohol, ammonia, or a strong chlorinated solvent. Use a protective
sheet (available as an option) if the touch panel is used where it can easily collect dust and dirt.
- It is a characteristic of analog touch panels that their resistance may vary with changes to the ambient
environment (temperature and humidity) and with their own aging, resulting in the deviation of the
detection point. If this is the case, calibrate the touch panel again to re-set calibration data.
- LCD may have a few bright spots that are always on or a few black spots that are always off. Color
irregularity may also occur depending on the viewing angle. This however is due to the structural
characteristics of the LCD; therefore, it is not a product fault.

1. Introduction
- Burn-in on TFT Display

“Burn-in” may occur if the same display is retained for a long time. Avoid this by periodically
switching the display so that the same display is not maintained for a long time.
* Burn-In : Phenomenon characterized by a TFT display as a result of long-time display of the same
screen where a shadow-like trace persists because electric charge remains in the LCD
element even after the patterns are changed.
- The CF card connector doesn't support hot plug. The pulling out opening of the CF card cannot be
done in the state of power supply ON. Please neither pulling out opening of CF in the state of power
supply ON of this product nor come in contact with CF. This product may malfunction or cause a
failure.
- Component Life:
(1) Battery---The internal calendar clock and CMOS RAM are backed by a Lithium primary battery.
The backup time at a temperature of 25°C with the power disconnected is 10 years or
more.
(2) CF ---The OS-installed model uses a CF card in the OS storage area.
Estimated failure rates: 100,000 rewrite cycles, 500,000 hours MTBF.
For more details, refer to Section 6 “Life of CF”.
(3) Touch panel--- The operating lifetime of the touch panel is at least 1 million touches
(as tested by mechanical touching under 300g of force at a rate of two presses
per second).
(4) LCD backlight--- Display brightness decreases over time with use.
The operating lifetime of the backlight is 50,000 hours (the time until the
brightness is lowered to 50% of the initial value).
* Replacement of expendables is handled as a repair (there will be a charge).
* Component life is not guaranteed value but only referential value.
FCC PART 15 Class A Notice
NOTE
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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference at his own expense.
WARNING TO USER
Change or modifications not expressly approved the manufacturer can void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.

2. System Reference
2. System Reference
Specification
Table 2.1. Functional Specification < 1 / 2 >
Model PT-955LXP1-DC5311 PT-955LXP1-DC5312
Assembly type Panel mounted
CPU Intel® Atom™ Processor N270 (1.60GHz / FSB533MHz)
Chip set Intel® 945GSE + ICH7M-DH
BIOS BIOS (mfd. by Award)
Memory 1GB ( 200pin SO-DIMM x 1), PC2-4300 DDR2 SDRAM
Graphic Controller Intel® GMA950 (Built in 945GSE chip set)

Multi-monitor function supported *1
Video RAM Main memory shared
Video BIOS 64KB(C0000H-CFFFFH)
LCD type LCD type 12.1-inch TFT color LCD, XGA(1024 x 768), 260,000 colors
Backlight LED method, The ON/OFF software can control.
Touch panel Resolution 4096 x 4096 (emulated in 1024 x 768 mode)
Detection Resistive-film analog type

method
Connection Internal serial port
External DVI*2 640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1,024 x 768, 1,152 x 864, 1,280 x 600, 1,280 x 720, 1,280 x 768,
display 1,280 x 960, 1,280 x 1,024, 1,360 x 768, 1,400 x 1,050, 1,600 x 900, 1,600 x 1,200,
output 1,856 x 1,392, 1,920 x 1,080, 1,920 x 1,200 (16,770,000 colors)
Analog RGB 640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1,024 x 768, 1,280 x 768, 1,280 x 1,024, 1,360 x 768, 1,400 x 1,050
(16,770,000 colors)
Audio AC97 compliant, LINE OUT x 1, MIC IN x 1
IDE Primary IDE Master / Slave (Max 2 devices), CF card slot connection
LAN*3 Intel® 82573L Controller

1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 2 (Wake On LAN support)
USB USB 2.0-compliant 4 port
Serial RS-232C 3 port (one of the ports is used for touch panel), Baud rate: 50 - 115,200bps
General-purpose I/O None
Hardware monitoring Monitoring CPU temperature, board temperature, power voltage
Watch dog timer Software programmable, 255 level (1sec - 255 sec), Causes a reset upon time-out.
Real-time clock ICH7M-DH integrated,

The real-time clock is accurate within ±3 minutes (at 25°C) per month,
Lithium backup battery life : 10 years or more
Power Management Power management setup via BIOS, Power On by Ring / Wake On LAN,
Supports PC98/PC99 ACPI Power management
*1: A multi-screen display function using the main LCD and an external display. The “Twin” option is, however, not
available for a combination with an external DVI-connected display. “Extended desktop” or “Intel ® dual display
clone” can be used instead.
*2: Display of the DVI-connected screen becomes active after the Windows starts up.
*3: Care about ambient temperature when using 1000BASE-T. Refer to “Installation Requirements” in chapter 3 for
details.

2. System Reference
Table 2.1. Functional Specification < 2 / 2 >

Interface External 1 port (29 pin DVI-I connector ), DVI-analog RGB conversion adapter attachment
display
Audio LINE OUT: φ3.5 Stereo mini jack, Full-scale output level 1.5Vrms (Typ.),
Dual 50mW Amplifier
MIC IN: φ3.5 Stereo mini jack, Full-scale input level 1.3Vrms (Typ.)
CF card slot 2 slots (CF1/CF2), CF CARD Type I, bootable
CF1 is finished mounting CF CF1 is finished mounting CF

(2GB, 1 partition) *4 (4GB, 1 partition) *4
LAN*2 2 port (RJ-45 connector)
USB 4 port (A-TYPE connector)
RS-232C 2 port (9pin D-SUB connector [male])
Expansion PCI slot (33MHz, +5V specification, 32bit bus) x 1,

board slot Usable board dimension: 177mm (L) × 107mm (H) *5
Power Power supply 12 - 24VDC *6
supply connector
Input power 10.8 - 31.2VDC
supply voltage
Current 12VDC: 3.5A(Typ.) 5.5A (Max.)
consumption 24VDC: 1.7A(Typ.) 2.8A (Max.)
External - CF card slot: +3.3VDC 1A (500mA per slot)
device power - USB port: +5V 2A (500mA per slot) *7
supply
capacity
External +12VDC 0.5A
device power +5VDC 1A *7
supply
+3.3VDC 0.5A *7
capacity
*8 -12V 80mA
Waterproofing and Front panel IP65 standard
dust-proofing
Panel cut dimensions (mm) 303.0 (W) x 243.0 (H)
Physical dimensions (mm) 316 (W) x 102.8 (D) x 256 (H)
(internal-panel depth)
(Storage device isn't included)
Weight 4.8kg (without mounting bracket)
4.9kg (with mounting bracket)
*4: The capacity of CF is a value when 1GB is calculated by 1 billion bytes. The capacity that can be recognized from OS
might be displayed fewer than an actual value.
*5: You may not be able to mount boards that use the end section of the board edge connector.
*6: Use a power cable shorter than 3m.
*7: Ensure that the total current for the USB port power supply capacity and the expansion board power supply capacity
(+5 V and +3.3 V) is 2.5 A or lower. When using a total current 1.5 A or higher, be careful of the ambient temperature.
For details, refer to chapter3, Installation Requirements.
*8: The maximum power for an expansion board that can be equipped is 7.5 W or lower.

2. System Reference
Table 2.2. Installation Environment Requirements

< When using 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T >

0 - 50°C
(When the total current for the USB port power supply capacity and the expansion board
power supply capacity (+5 V and +3.3 V) is 1.5 A or higher: 0 - 45°C)
Operating temperature *9
< When using 1000BASE-T >
0 - 45°C
(When the total current for the USB port power supply capacity and the expansion board
power supply capacity (+5 V and +3.3 V) is 1.5 A or higher: 0 - 45°C)
Storage temperature -10 - 60°C
Operating humidity 10 - 90%RH (No condensation)
Floating dust particles Not to be excessive
Corrosive gas None

AC line / ±2kV *10,
Line noise
Signal line/±1kV (IEC61000-4-4 Level 3, EN61000-4-4 Level 3)
Noise
resistance Static
Contact discharge / ±4kV (IEC61000-4-2 Level 2, EN61000-4-2 Level 2),
electricity
Atmospheric discharge / ±8kV (IEC61000-4-2 Level 3, EN61000-4-2 Level 3)
resistance
Vibration Sweep 10 - 57Hz / semi-amplitude 0.15 mm 57 - 150Hz / 2.0G,
resistance resistance 40 min. each in x, y, and z directions (JIS C60028-2-6-compliant, IEC68-2-6-compliant)
30G, half-sine shock for 11 ms in x, y, and z directions
Impact resistance
(JIS C60068-2-27-compliant, IEC68-2-27-compliant)
Grounding Class D grounding, SG-FG / continuity
*9: For more details on this, please refer to chapter 3, “Installation Requirements”.
*10: When using the AC-DC power supply.
Display Optical Specifications
Table 2.3. Display Optical Specifications

Parameter Condition Min. Typ.
Visual angle φ = 180° 70deg 80deg

(vertical) φ = 0° Display. 70deg 80deg
CR⊇10
Visual angle φ = +90° Monochrome 70deg 80deg
(horizontal) φ= -90° 70deg 80deg
Surface brightness Display in white 190cd/m2 250cd/m2
(at center)
* “Surface brightness” represents a numerical value per display. The expected brightness through a touch panel is about
80% lower than the above value.
Brightness at screen center with white displayed
Contrast ratio (CR) =
Brightness at screen center with black displayed

2. System Reference
Z Measurement direction
( θ = 0o )
Left
( φ = -90o ) θ
Top
( φ = 180o )
X φ Module
Bottom
( φ = 0o )
Right
( φ = 90o )
Y
Figure 2.1. Definition of viewable range
CAUTION
The above optical specification data shows optical characteristics of the liquid crystal in the display;
the data does not represent the actual view on the display or its viewing angles.
Power Management Features

- Support both ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) and legacy (APM) power
management.
- ACPI v2.0 compliant
- APM v1.2 compliant
- Support hardware automatic wake-up
Power Requirements
Your system requires a clean, steady power source for reliable performance of the high frequency CPU on
the product, the quality of the power supply is even more important. For the best performance makes sure
your power supply provides a range of 10.8 V minimum to 31.2 V maximum DC power source.
Power Consumption
For typical configurations, the CPU card is designed to operate with at least a 60W power supply. The
power supply must meet the following requirements :
- Rise time for power supply: 2 ms - 30 ms
The following table lists the power supply’s tolerances for DC voltages:
Table 2.4. DC voltage tolerance

DC Voltage Acceptable Tolerance
+ 12 - 24VDC + 10.8 - 31.2VDC

2. System Reference
Physical Dimensions
PT-955LXP1-DC53xx
Front
Back face
Figure 2.2. Physical Dimensions (PT-955LXP1-DC53xx)

2. System Reference

3. Hardware Setup
3. Hardware Setup
Before Using the Product for the First Time
Follow the next steps to set up this product:
STEP1 By referring to the information in this chapter, install, connect and set this product.
STEP2 Connect cables.
Connect the cable of necessary external devices, such as keyboard and a mouse, to this
product using appropriate cables.
STEP3 Turn on the power.
After verifying that you have correctly followed steps 1 and 2, turn on the power.
If you find any abnormality after turning on the power, turn it off and check to see if the
setup has been performed properly.
STEP4 Set up BIOS.
By referring to Chapter 5, set up BIOS. This setup requires a keyboard.
* Before using this product, be sure to execute “LOAD SETUP DEFAULTS” to initialize
the BIOS settings to their default values.
(See Chapter 5, “Main Menu.”)
CAUTION
Be sure to connect the keyboard and mouse to it before turning the power on for the first time.

3. Hardware Setup
Hardware Setup
- Before you start, be sure that the power is turned off.
- Remove only those screws that are explained. Do not move any other screw.
Attaching the CF Attachment Fittings

(1) After inserting a CF Card, fasten the bundled CF attachment fittings with a screw.
Figure 3.1. Attaching the CF Attachment Fittings
CAUTION
- Insert the CF Card face up.
- Screw holes may be damaged if screws are tightened with a torque greater than the specified torque.
The specified tightening torque is 3 - 3.5kgf⋅cm.

3. Hardware Setup
Attaching the FG
(1) Use screws to attach the FG.
* Attached screw (M3 x 8)
Figure 3.2. Attaching the FG
CAUTION
The FG pin of this product is connected to the GND signal of the DC power connector (DC-IN).
Note that the connection cannot be cut off.
Screw holes may be damaged if screws are tightened with a torque greater than the specified torque.
The specified tightening torque is 5 - 6kgf⋅cm.

3. Hardware Setup
Installation of an extended board

(1) Remove the back cover.
Figure 3.2. Remove the back cover

(2) Insert the PCI board into the connector and fasten it with screws.
Figure 3.4. Installation of the PCI board

3. Hardware Setup
(3) Move the board holder bracket to a position where the PCI board can be secured and then secure it
with the screw.
Figure 3.5. Secure the PCI board holder

(4) Attach the back cover in its original position.
Figure 3.6. Attach the back cover

3. Hardware Setup
Fastening the Cable

This product comes with clamps for fixing cables.
Fastening the LINEOUT, USB Cable

The system unit has a hole for attaching cable clamp. Using a cable clamp for a cable with lock-less
connector, such as the LINEOUT and USB Cable, prevents the connector from being unplugged. Use the
cable ties and cable clamps appropriately according to the connecting states and wiring directions of
cables.
Figure 3.7. Attaching the cable clamp

3. Hardware Setup
Hardware Setup
PT-955LXP1-DC53xx
(1) Cut out a panel according to the following dimensions to mount the main unit.
Figure 3.8. Dimensions of Panel Opening (PT-955LXP1-DC53xx)

(2) Place the waterproof packing in the groove on the front face of the main body and insert the main body into the panel
from the external side.
Figure 3.9. Attaching the waterproof packing (PT-955LXP1-DC53xx)

(3) Hold the attachment fittings from the inside of the panel.
Panel
Metal fittings
Main body
Overtightning screws may result in damage.

Proper tightening torque for splash-proof is 0.25 - 0.3N m.
Figure 3.10. Hardware Setup (PT-955LXP1-DC53xx)

3. Hardware Setup
Installation Requirements
Be sure that the ambient temperature is within the range specified in the installation environment
requirement by making space between the product and device that generates heat or exhaust air.
Installed angle which is recommended 45°

Installed angle of this product which is recommended is 0 - 45°. Except for that, the temperature
specification of this product might not be filled.
Figure 3.11. Installed angle which is recommended
CAUTION
Attention: Even if the ambient temperature is within the usage range, if the product is installed near
devices that generate high temperatures, the product may experience the effects of radiation which
will cause its temperature to rise and may lead to product malfunctions.

3. Hardware Setup
Distances between this product and its vicinity
Figure 3.12. Distances between this product and its vicinity
CAUTION
Do not install this product into the fully-sealed space except the case in which the internal
temperature is adjustable by equipment such as air conditioner. Troubles such as operational
malfunctions could be occurred by the temperature increase caused by long-term usage.

3. Hardware Setup
Ambient temperature
In this product, the ambient temperature is decided from the multiple measurement points as shown below.
When making use of the product, the air current should be adjusted to prevent that all the temperatures
measured at the measurement points exceed the specified temperature.
Figure 3.13. Measurement points of ambient temperature

4. Each Component Function

Component Name
Side view
PT-955LXP1-DC53xx
Figure 4.1. Component Name < 1/2 >
Bottom view
PT-955LXP1-DC53xx
Figure 4.1. Component Name < 2/2 >

Table 4.1. Component Function

Name Function
POWER-SW Power switch

POWER LED Power ON display LED
ACCESS LED IDE disk access display LED
STATUS LED Status LED
DC-IN DC power input connector
LINE OUT Line out (φ3.5 PHONE JACK)
MIC IN Mic in (φ3.5 PHONE JACK)
LANA Ethernet 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T RJ-45 connector
LANB Ethernet 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T RJ-45 connector
USB USB port connector x 4
SERIALA Serial port A connector (9pin D-SUB/male)
SERIALB Serial port B connector (9pin D-SUB/male)
DVI-I Display (29pin female)
CF1 CF card slot (IDE connection mastering)
CF2 CF card slot (IDE connection slaving)
PCI Expansion Slot
System Configuration
PT-955LXP1-DC53xx
Figure 4.2. System Configuration

Component Function
LED: POWER, ACCESS, STATUS
There are 3 LED in front of this product.
Table 4.2. Display Contents of LED

LED name State Display contents
POWER LED OFF Indicates that this product is switched off.

ON (Green) Indicates that this product is switched on.
ACCESS LED ON (Orange) Indicates that the IDE device is being accessed.
STATUS LED OFF You can control the behavior of LED from the user application. *1
Flashing, ON (Red) You can control the behavior of LED from the user application. *1
*1 API that controls STATUS LED is available. See the API description file “mtdll_e.chm” included in
/RasUtility/Samples in the CONTEC’s Web site [IPC-SLIB-01] for details.
DC Power Input Connector: DC-IN

To supply the power, always use the power supply listed below.
Rated input voltage : 12 - 24VDC
Range of input voltage : 10.8 - 31.2VDC
Power capacity : 12V 4.5A or more, 24V 2.3A or more
Table 4.3. DC Power Connector

Connector type 9360-04P(mfd. by ALEX)
Pin No. Signal name
1 GND
4 3
2 GND
2 1 3 12 - 24V
4 12 - 24V
Applicable connector on the connector side

Housing : 9357-04(mfd. by ALEX) or 5557-04R (mfd. by MOLEX)
Contact : 4256T2-LF(AWG18-24) (mfd. by ALEX) or 5556 (AWG18-24) (mfd. by MOLEX)
Applicable connector on the connector side

Voltage
2 - 30mS
12V
Time
Figure 4.3. Graph of Rise Time of Power Supply

Power switch: POWER SW

POWER SW is provided.
Line out Interface: LINE OUT

A line output connector is provided. You can plug a headphone or amplifier-integrated speakers into this
connector.
Mic in Interface: MIC

A MIC input connector is provided. You can plug a microphone to this connector for sound input.
Audio driver
The audio driver is required to use the microphone input and line output interfaces.
Install the appropriate audio driver for your OS from the CONTEC’s Web site CD-ROM [IPC-SLIB-01].
(For information on the latest version of IPC-SLIB-01, check the CONTEC's Web site.)

Giga bit-Ethernet: LAN A – B

This product is equipped with 2 ports for giga bit.
- Network type : 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
- Transmission speed * : 1000M/100M/10M bps
- Max. network path length : 100m/segment
- Controller : Intel 82573L
Table 4.4. Giga bit-Ethernet Connector

Function
Pin No.
100BASE-TX 1000BASE-T
LAN 1 TX+ TRD+(0)
Transmit Link
LED LED
2 TX- TRD-(0)
3 RX+ TRD+(1)
4 N.C. TRD+(2)
8 1 5 N.C. TRD-(2)
6 RX- TRD-(1)
7 N.C. TRD+(3)
8 N.C. TRD-(3)
LEDs for display of network statuses:

Right LED : Link LED
Normal connection : Green ON, Operation: Green Blinking
Left LED : Operation LED
10M: Off, 100M : Green, 1000M: Orange
LAN drivers
Install the appropriate LAN driver for your OS from the CONTEC’s Web site [IPC-SLIB-01].
(For information on the latest version of IPC-SLIB-01, check the CONTEC's web site.)
CAUTION
- Attention should to be paid to the guaranteed operating range of temperature in using 1000BASE-T.
For more details on this, refer to chapter3, Installation Requirements. Note that the Ethernet should
be configured as 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T in using under the temperature 0 - 50°C.
- If you want to use WOL function, please select "Enable" at the item "Enable PME" of OS driver
setting.

USB Ports: USB

This product is equipped with 4 port for USB 2.0 interface.
Table 4.5. USB Connector

Pin No. Function
1 USB_VCC
2 USB-
3 USB+
4 USB_GND

Serial Port Interface: SERIAL A - B

SERIAL A, B (RS-232C Ports)
The product has 2 ports of RS-232C compliant serial ports supporting up to a baud rate of 115,200bps
with a 16-byte transmission-dedicated data buffer and a 16-byte reception-dedicated data buffer. You can
use “Chapter 5 BIOS Setup” to configure an I/O address, interrupt and unused state for each of the ports
independently. (The same I/O address and IRQ cannot be shared with any other device.)
Please refer to “Chapter 6 I/O Port Addresses” for more information on I/O address and register function.
Table 4.6. SERIAL A, B, C, D, E I/O Addresses and Interrupts

SERIAL I/O address Interrupt
A 3F8h - 3FFh IRQ 4
B 2F8h - 2FFh IRQ 3
C (touch panel)
D (system reserved) 2A0h-2A7h IRQ5
E (system reserved)
Table 4.7. Serial Port Connector

Connector used on 9-pin D-SUB (MALE)
the product
1 5
No.4-40UNC
Inch screw
threads
6 9
Signal
Pin No. Meaning Direction
name
1 CD Carrier detect Input
2 RD Received data Input
3 TD Transmitted data Output
4 DTR Data terminal ready Output
5 GND Signal ground -----
6 DSR Data set ready Input
7 RTS Request to send Output
8 CTS Clear to send Input
9 RI Ring indicator Input

DVI Interface: DVI

A DVI interface is provided. You can use it to connect a CRT (even a D-SUB 15 pin connector is
acceptable by using the bundled DVI-analog RGB adapter) or a CONTEC flat panel display. The
connector is named DVI (DVI-I 29-pin connector).
CAUTION
Precautions when Using Additional Display
- An additional display can be used to enable simultaneous screen display with the PANEL-PC main
display.
- If the resolution of the additional display is different from that of the PANEL-PC main display, the
size of screen images on the additional display will be decreased or increased with lower image
quality.
- When using the main unit and touch panel function at the same time, use a USB connection for the
touch panel.
Table 4.8. DVI Connector

Connector type DVI-I 29 pin
1 8 C1 C2
C5
C4
9 17 24 16 C3
Signal Signal Signal

Pin No. Pin No. Pin No.
name name name
1 DATA2- 13 N.C. C1 RED
2 DATA2+ 14 +5V C2 GREEN
DATA2
3 15 GND C3 BLUE
SHIELD
4 N.C. 16 HPD C4 HSYNC
5 N.C. 17 DATA0- C5 GND
6 DDC CLK 18 DATA0+
DDC DATA0
7 19
DATA SHIELD
8 VSYNC 20 N.C.
9 DATA1- 21 N.C.
DATA0
10 DATA1+ 22
SHIELD
DATA1
11 23 CLK+
SHIELD
12 N.C. 24 CLK-

Table 4.9. DVI-analog RGB conversion adapter

Connector type DVI-I 29 pin
C5
C4 C2
C3 C1 6
16
24 8 1 11
33.00
39.40
5 15
17 1
10
15.00 6.20 30.00 5.80

[mm]
Signal on analog RGB
Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name
1 RED 9 +5V
2 GREEN 10 GND
3 BLUE 11 N.C.
4 N.C. 12 DDC DATA
5 GND 13 HSYNC
6 GND 14 VSYNC
7 GND 15 DDC CLK
8 GND
For the LCDs that can be connected, please refer to “Chapter 7 List of Options”.
Display driver
Install the appropriate display driver for your OS from the CONTEC’s Web site [IPC-SLIB-01].
(For information on the latest version of IPC-SLIB-01, check the CONTEC's Web site.)
CAUTION
- You need to set the screen resolution if the display cable is not connected to this DVI-D interface at
OS startup, but connected after OS startup (hereinafter referred to as “Late Insertion”).
- When the analog display is used, Windows MS-DOS may not be properly displayed in full-screen
mode.
This is because the frequency and resolution of Windows and MS-DOS (full-screen display) are the
same due to the screen settings while the display parameters are different.
For display, as only one parameter can be stored for one frequency or resolution, only either of
Windows or MS-DOS screen can be displayed properly.
In this case, change the resolution or display frequency of Windows so that it is not the same as for
the MS-DOS display.

CF Card Connector (Primary IDE Connection): CF1 - 2

The CF Card (Type I : dedicated to the memory card) can be connected.
The CF card connector doesn't support hot plug. The pulling out opening of the CF card cannot be done in
the state of power supply ON. Please neither pulling out opening of CF in the state of power supply ON
of this product nor come in contact with CF. This product may malfunction or cause a failure. Before you
insert/remove the CF card, make sure that the power is switched off and the access LED is turned off.
Table 4.10. CF Card Connector

Connector 50-socket header type (1.27mm pitch)
used on the
product
1 25
26 50
Pin No. Signal name Direction Pin No. Signal name Direction
1 GND 26 GND
2 DD3 I/O 27 DD11 I/O
3 DD4 I/O 28 DD12 I/O
4 DD5 I/O 29 DD13 I/O
5 DD6 I/O 30 DD14 I/O
6 DD7 I/O 31 DD15 I/O
7 CS0- Output 32 CD3- Output
8 GND 33 GND
9 GND 34 DIOR- Output
10 GND 35 DIOW- Output
11 GND 36 +3.3V
12 GND 37 INTRQ Input
13 +3.3V 38 +3.3V
14 GND 39 CSEL- Output
15 GND 40 N.C
16 GND 41 RESET- Output
17 GND 42 IOCHRDY Input
18 DA2 Output 43 DDRQ Input
19 DA1 Output 44 DDACK- Output
20 DA0 Output 45 DACT- Output
21 DD0 I/O 46 PDIAG- Output
22 DD1 I/O 47 DD8 I/O
23 DD2 I/O 48 DD9 I/O
24 N.C 49 DD10 I/O
25 GND 50 GND

Expansion slots
PT955LXP1-DC53xx has one expansion slot for the implementation of PCI bus type board.
CAUTION
- A board that uses the back of the board edge connector (the shaded area in the figure) may not be
mounted.
- The PCI bus slot is for 32 bit. Operational tests are not performed for the dual purpose boards for
64bit / 32bit such as ADAPTEC 39160SCSI board or Intel Pro1000/MT network board.
- Ensure that the total current for the USB port power supply capacity and the expansion board power
supply capacity (+5 V and +3.3 V) is 2.5 A or lower.
When using a total current 1.5 A or higher, be careful of the ambient temperature. For details, refer to
chapter3, Installation Requirements.
- The maximum power for an expansion board that can be equipped is 7.5 W or lower.
When using an expansion board with a large amount of power, the temperature inside the slot area
will rise because of the heat produced by the expansion board, and the expansion board usage
temperature may be exceeded.
Board Dimensions Allowed
Figure 4.4. Expansion Board Dimensions


5. BIOS Setup
5. BIOS Setup
Introduction
This chapter discusses Award’s Setup program built into the FLASH ROM BIOS. The Setup program
allows users to modify the basic system configuration. This special information is then stored in
battery-backed RAM so that it retains the Setup information when the power is turned off.
The rest of this chapter is intended to guide you through the process of configuring your system using
Setup.
Starting Setup
The Award BIOS is immediately activated when you first power on the computer. The BIOS reads the
system information contained in the CMOS and begins the process of checking out the system and
configuring it. When it finishes, the BIOS will seek an operating system on one of the disks and then
launch and turn control over to the operating system.
While the BIOS is in control, the Setup program can be activated in one of two ways:
1 By pressing <Del> immediately after switching the system on, or
2 By pressing the <Del> key when the following message appears briefly at the bottom of the screen
during the POST (Power On Self-Test).
Press DEL to enter SETUP.
If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system to try
again by turning it OFF then ON. If USB Keyboard Support is set to “Enabled”, restart can be initiated by
pressing the <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Delete> keys simultaneously. If you do not press the keys at the correct
time and the system does not boot, an error message will be displayed and you will again be asked to.
Press F1 to continue, DEL to enter SETUP

5. BIOS Setup
Using Setup
In general, you use the arrow keys to highlight items, press <Enter> to select, use the Page Up and Page
Down keys to change entries, press <F1> for help and press <Esc> to quit. The following table provides
more detail about how to navigate in the Setup program using the keyboard.
Table 5.1. Using Setup

Key Function
Up Arrow Move to the previous item
Down Arrow Move to the next item
Left Arrow Move to the item on the left (menu bar)
Right Arrow Move to the item on the right (menu bar)
Main Menu: Quit without saving changes

Esc
Submenus: Exit Current page to the next higher level menu
Move Enter Move to the item you desired
PgUp key Increase the numeric value or make changes
PgDn key Decrease the numeric value or make changes
+ key Increase the numeric value or make changes
- key Decrease the numeric value or make changes
Main Menu -- Quit and not save changes into CMOS

Esc key Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu -- Exit current page and return
to Main Menu
F1 key General help on Setup navigation keys
F5 key Load previous values from CMOS
F6 key Load the fail-safe defaults from BIOS default table
F7 key Load the optimized defaults
F10 key Save all the CMOS changes and exit
Getting Help
Press F1 to pop up a small help window that describes the appropriate keys to use and the possible
selections for the highlighted item. To exit the Help Window press <Esc> or the F1 key again.
In Case of Problems
If, after making and saving system changes with Setup, you discover that your computer no longer is able
to boot, the AwardBIOS™ supports an override to the CMOS settings which resets your system to its
defaults.
The best advice is to only alter settings which you thoroughly understand. To this end, we strongly
recommend that you avoid making any changes to the chipset defaults. These defaults have been carefully
chosen by both Award and your systems manufacturer to provide the absolute maximum performance and
reliability. Even a seemingly small change to the chipset setup has the potential for causing you to use the
override.
A Final Note About Setup

The information in this chapter is subject to change without notice.

5. BIOS Setup
Main Menu
Once you enter the Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. The
Main Menu allows you to select from several setup functions and two exit choices. Use the arrow keys to
select among the items and press <Enter> to accept and enter the sub-menu.
Note that a brief description of each highlighted selection appears at the bottom of the screen.
Figure 5.1. Main Manu
Setup Items
The main menu includes the following main setup categories. Recall that some systems may not include
all entries.
Standard CMOS Features

Use this menu for basic system configuration.
Advanced BIOS Features

Use this menu to set the Advanced Features available on your system.
Advanced Chipset Features

Use this menu to change the values in the chipset registers and optimize your system's performance.
Integrated Peripherals
Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated peripherals.
Power Management Setup

Use this menu to specify your settings for power management.
PnP / PCI Configuration

This entry appears if your system supports PnP / PCI.

5. BIOS Setup
Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Use this menu to load the BIOS default values for the minimal/stable performance for your system to
operate.
Load Optimized Defaults

Use this menu to load the BIOS default values that are factory settings for optimal performance system
operations. While Award has designed the custom BIOS to maximize performance, the factory has the
right to change these defaults to meet their needs.
Supervisor / User Password

Use this menu to set User and Supervisor Passwords.
Save & Exit Setup

Save CMOS value changes to CMOS and exit setup.
Exit Without Save

Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup.

5. BIOS Setup
Standard CMOS Setup
Figure 5.2. Standard CMOS Setup

The items in Standard CMOS Setup Menu are divided into 10 categories. Each category includes no, one
or more than one setup items. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then use the <PgUp> or
<PgDn> keys to select the value you want in each item.

5. BIOS Setup
Main Menu Selections

This table shows the selections that you can make on the Main Menu.
Table 5.2. Main Menu Selections

Item Options Description
Set the system date. Note that the ‘Day’
Date Month DD YYYY automatically changes when you set the
date
Time HH : MM : SS Set the system time
Press <Enter> to enter the sub menu of
IDE Channel 0 Master Options are in its sub menu
detailed options
IDE Channel 0 Slave Options are in its sub menu
detailed options
IDE Channel 1 Master Options are in its sub menu
detailed options
IDE Channel 1 Slave Options are in its sub menu
detailed options
EGA/VGA
CGA 40 Select the default video device
Video
CGA 80 Usually select EGA/VGA.
MONO
All Errors Select the situation in which you want the
Halt On No Errors BIOS to stop the POST process and notify
All, but Keyboard you
Displays the amount of conventional
Base Memory N/A
memory detected during boot up
Displays the amount of extended memory
Extended Memory N/A
detected during boot up
Displays the total memory available in the
Total Memory N/A
system

5. BIOS Setup
IDE Adapters
The IDE adapters control the CF card. Use a separate sub menu to configure each CF card.
Use the legend keys to navigate through this menu and exit to the main menu. Use Table 5.3 to configure
the hard disk.
Table 5.3. IDE Adapters configurations

Item Options Description
Press Enter to auto-detect the CF card on this channel. If

IDE HDD Auto-detection Press Enter detection is successful, it fills the remaining fields on this
menu.
Selecting ‘manual’ lets you set the re-maining fields on
None
IDE Channel 0/1 this screen. Selects the type of fixed disk. “User Type”
Auto
Master/Slave will let you select the number of cylinders, heads, etc.
Manual
Note: PRECOMP=65535 means NONE !
CHS
LBA
Access Mode Choose the access mode for this CF card.
Large
Auto
Disk drive capacity (Approximated). Note that this size is
Auto Display your CF
Capacity usually slightly greater than the size of a formatted disk
card size
given by a disk checking program.
The following options are selectable only if the ‘IDE Channel 0/2 Master/Slave’ item is set to ‘Manual’ and ‘CHS’ item
is set to ‘Manual’
Min = 0
Cylinder Set the number of cylinders for this CF card.
Max = 65535
Min = 0
Head Set the number of heads for this CF card.
Max = 255
Min = 0 **** Warning:
Precomp
Max = 65535 Setting a value of 65535 means no CF card
Min = 0
Landing zone ****
Max = 65535
Min = 0
Sector Number of sectors per track
Max = 255

5. BIOS Setup
Advanced BIOS Features Setup

This section allows you to configure your system for basic operation. You have the opportunity to select
the system’s default speed, boot-up sequence, keyboard operation, shadowing and security.
Figure 5.3. Advanced BIOS Features Setup

5. BIOS Setup
CPU Feature
Figure 5.4. CPU Feature

Press <Enter> to configure the settings relevant to CPU Feature.
Table 5.4. CPU Features Selections

Description Choice
Delay Prior to Thermal
Select the interval to setup the delay timer for CPU

Thermal-Throttling.
C1E Function
CPU C1E Function Select.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Execute Disable Bit
When disabled, forces the XD feature flag to always return

0.
Hard Disk Boot Priority
Figure 5.5. Hard Disk Boot Priority

With the field, there is the option to choose, aside from the hard disks connected, “Bootable add-in
Cards” which refers to other external device.

5. BIOS Setup
Virus Warning
When enabled, you receive a warning message if a program (specifically, a virus) attempts to write to the
boot sector or the partition table of the hard disk drive. You should then run an anti-virus program. Keep
in mind that this feature protects only the boot sector, not the entire hard drive.
CAUTION
Many disk diagnostic programs that access the boot sector table can trigger the virus warning
message. If you plan to run such a program, we recommend that you first disable the virus warning.
Activates automatically when the system boots up causing a warning message to appear when
Enabled
anything attempts to access the boot sector or hard disk partition table.
No warning message will appear when anything attempts to access the boot sector or hard disk
Disabled
partition table.
Table 5.5. Advance BIOS Feature Selections

Description Choice
CPU L1 & L2 Cache
These allow you to enable (speed up memory access) or

disable the cache function.
Hyper-Threading Technology
These allow you to enable or disable the Hyper-Threading

function.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Quiet Post
Skip certain self-diagnosis processes such as checking

memory or other several devices for shorter bootup time.
Default setting (Disabled) does not simplify the
self-diagnosis process.
Quick Power On Self Test
Select Enabled to reduce the amount of time required to run

the power-on self-test (POST). A quick POST skips certain
steps. We recommend that you normally disable quick
POST. Better to find a problem during POST than lose data
during your work.
USB Device Wait
When USB devices, which need longer time to be booted, are

connected, the boot possibly can not be processed in normal
condition. To address such cases, this setting specifies the
waiting time for BIOS and delays the start of the access to
the USB devices. Therefore, the boot will be delayed by the
specified waiting time.
First Boot Device
The BIOS attempts to load the operating system from the

devices in the sequence selected in these items.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Second Boot Device

Third Boot Device

Boot Other Device

Boot Up NumLock Status
Toggle between On or Off to control the state of the

NumLock key when the system boots. When toggled On, the
numeric keypad generates numbers instead of controlling
cursor operations.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Gate A20 option

Gate A20 refers to the way the system addresses memory
above 1 MB (extended memory). When set to Fast, the
system chipset controls Gate A20.
When set to Normal, a pin in the keyboard controller
controls Gate A20. Setting Gate A20 to Fast improves
system speed, particularly with OS/2 and Windows.
Typematic Rate Setting
When Disabled, the following two items (Typematic Rate

and Typematic Delay) are irrelevant. Keystrokes repeat at a
rate determined by the keyboard controller in your system.
When Enabled, you can select a typematic rate and
typematic delay.
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)
When the typematic rate setting is enabled, you can select a

typematic rate (the rate at which character repeats when
you hold down a key) of 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 24 or 30
characters per second.
Typematic Delay (Msec)
When the speed setting for the key input is enabled, you can
specify the interval of waiting time for the continuous key
input.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Security Option
Select whether the password is required every time the

system boots or only when you enter setup. If you have set a
password, select whether the password is required every
time the System boots, or only when you enter Setup.
System: The system will not boot and access to Setup will be
denied if the correct password is not entered at the prompt.
Setup: The system will boot, but access to Setup will be

denied if the correct password is not entered at the prompt.
Note: To disable security, select PASSWORD SETTING at Main Menu and then you will be asked to enter password. Do
not type anything and just press <Enter>, it will disable security. Once the security is disabled, the system will boot and
you can enter Setup freely.
APIC Mode
APIC stands for Advanced Programmable Interrupt

Controller.
Note : This item is show only
MPS Version Control For OS
Use the Multiprocessor Specification (MPS) for OS option to

specify the MPS version to be used. MPS version 1.4 added
extended configuration tables to improve support for
multiple PCI bus configurations and improve future
expandability.
OS Select For DRAM > 64M
Select the operating system that is running with greater

than 64MB of RAM on the system.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
WDT Protect
WDT protect can be enabled to monitor the situations that

halt BIOS bootup such as malfunction of the connected
device(s), accidental noise, and some other unpredictable
happenings. When Enabled, and if BIOS startup is halted
during the startup, the system is reset and rebooting is
attempted.
Post Code Show
During BIOS startup, the Post Code is displayed at the

right upper corner of the screen. The Post Code is shown,
however, after the initialization of graphic device is finished
and the system is ready for screen display.
CF Backup
Selecting this option allows you to launch a tool for creating

the backup of CF and restoring it. This can be used to ---
backup your current environment as it is. For details,

please refer to the explanation below (*1).
*1 About the CF Backup Feature

To use the CF Backup feature, a separately-available CF for backup is required. The CF for backup must be the CF of the same model
or larger capacity. Using the CF that is not our optional parts can be the cause of unidentified problems and it must be ensured that the
CF works with your system without problem before using this feature.
Also, before performing backup, read the licensing terms of your operating system carefully so that the backup is carried out within the scope
of given license. Please check the OS license that is included in this product.
Followings are the steps to use the CF Backup feature.
<Using the CF Backup Feature>
(1) Connect keyboard to the box computer.

(2) Insert the CF and the CF for backup to the respective CF slot before turning the power on.(3) Press the “DEL” key before the
startup to invoke the BIOS setting screen, and select “CF Backup” from menu.
(4) Follow the messages on the screen to proceed with the process. For the copy process, the Source Disk (the CF to be backed up)
and the Destination Disk (the CF for backup) must be specified. The contents of the Source Disk can be lost if the Disks are
wrongly assigned: ensure the correct operation by carefully reading the displayed message and performing the procedures
accordingly.
(5) When the backup process is finished, the message “BACKUP finish, Press any key reboot.” is displayed. Enter any one of the
alphabet keys from A to Z. The system reboots upon the key input.
(6) Backup completes when the above steps are done.

5. BIOS Setup
If backup is performed to a same type CF as the current CF, the contents of the backup CF becomes the same as the
current CF. Therefore the backup CF can be used as it is in place of the current CF.
If backup is performed to a CF whose capacity is larger than the current CF, the backup CF cannot be used as it is.
The backed-up contents can be used after being transferred to a CF of the same type as the current CF. For the
transfer procedure, refer to “How to use CF Backup function” described above.

5. BIOS Setup
Advanced Chipset Features Setup
Figure 5.6. Advanced Chipset Features Setup

This section allows you to configure the system based on the specific features of the installed chipset.
This chipset manages bus speeds and access to system memory resources, such as DRAM and the
external cache. It must be stated that these items should never need to be altered. The default settings
have been chosen because they provide the best operating conditions for your system. The only time you
might consider making any changes would be if you discovered that data was being lost while using your
system.
Table 5.6. Advance Chipset Feature Selections

Description Choice
DRAM Timing Selectable
The value in this field depends on performance parameters

of the installed memory chips (DRAM). Do not change the
value from the factory setting unlees you install new
memory that has a different performance rating than the
original DRAMs.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
CAS Latency Time
When synchronous DRAM is installed, the number of clock

cycles of CAS latency depends on the DRAM timing. Do not
reset this field from the default value specified by the
system designer.
You can select CAS latency time in HCLK of 3/4/5/6 or Auto.
The system board designer should set the values in this
field, depends on the DRAM installed specifications of the
installed DRAM or the installed CPU.
DRAM RAS# to CAS# delay
This field lets you insert a timing delay between the CAS
and RAS strobe signals, used when DRAM is written to,
read from, or refreshed. Fast gives faster performance; and
Slow gives more stable performance. This field applies only
when synchronous DRAM is installed in the system.
DRAM RAS# Precharge
The precharge time is the number of cycles it takes for the

RAS to accumulate its charge before DRAM refresh. If
insufficient time is allowed, refresh may be incomplete and
the DRAM may fail to retain data.
Precharge delay (tRAS)
This item controls the number of DRAM clocks to activate

the precharge delay. The default setting for the DRAM Cycle
time tRAS is Auto.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
System Memory Frequency
This item sets the main memory frequency.
SLP_S4# Assertion Width
Allows you to set the SLP_S4# assertion width. The default

setting is 1 - 2 Sec.
System BIOS Cacheable
Selecting Enabled allows caching of the system BIOS ROM

at F0000h-FFFFFh, resulting in better system performance.
However, if any program writes to this memory area, a
system error may result.
Video BIOS Cacheable
Selecting Enabled allows caching of the video BIOS ROM at

C0000h - C7FFFh, resulting in better video performance.
However, if any program writes to this memory area, a
system error may result.
Memory Hole At 15M-16M
This setting does not normally need to be configured. Please

use the product with this setting set to Disabled.

5. BIOS Setup
PCI Express Root Port Function
Figure 5.7. PCI Express Root Port Function
Table 5.7. PCI Express Root Port Function Selections

Description Choice
PCI Express Port 1/2/3/4/5/6
This item allows you to enable or disable or Auto configure

the PCI Express Port 1/2/3/4/5/6.
PCI-E Compliancy Mode
This item allows you to set PCI Express compliancy mode.

5. BIOS Setup
VGA setting
The field under the On-Chip VGA Setting and their defaults settings are:
Table 5.8. VGA Setting Selections

Description Choice
On-Chip Frame Buffer Size
When Enabled, a fixed VGA frame buffer from A000h to

BFFFh and a CPU-to-PCI write buffer are implemented.
DVMT Mode
Allows you to set the Dynamic Video Memory Technology

(DVMT) mode.
DVMT/FIXED Memory Size
Allows you to set the Dynamic Video Memory Technology

(DVMT) memory size.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Boot Display
This item allows you to select the boot display device.
Panel Number
Resolution of the LFP (the display part of the main body) is

fixed to 1024 x 768.
Notes: This is the sole item shown.

5. BIOS Setup
Integrated Peripherals
This section sets configurations for your hard disk and other integrated peripherals. The first screen shows
three main items for user to select. Once an item selected, a submenu appears. Details follow.
Figure 5.8. Integrated Peripherals

5. BIOS Setup
OnChip IDE Device
Figure 5.9. OnChip IDE Device
Table 5.9. On Chip IDE Device Selections

Description Choice
IDE HDD Block mode
Block mode is also called block transfer, multiple commands,

or multiple sectors read/write. If your IDE hard drive
supports block mode (most new drives do), select Enabled for
automatic detection of the optimal number of block
read/writes per sector the drive can support.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
IDE DMA transfer access
This item allows you to enable or disable the IDE DMA

transfer access.
On-Chip Primary PCI IDE
The integrated peripheral controller contains an IDE

interface with support for 2 IDE channels. Select Enabled to
activate each channel separately.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
IDE Primary Master / Slave PIO
The two IDE PIO (Programmed Input/Output) fields let you

set a PIO mode (0-4) for the one IDE device that the onboard
IDE interface supports. In Auto mode, the system
automatically determines the best mode for the device.
IDE Primary Master/Slave UDMA
UDMA (Ultra DMA) is a DMA data transfer protocol that

utilizes ATA commands and the ATA bus to allow DMA
commands to transfer data at a maximum burst rate of 33
MB/s. When you select Auto in the two IDE UDMA fields,
the system automatically determines the optimal data
transfer rate for each IDE device.
On-Chip Secondary PCI IDE
The integrated peripheral controller contains an IDE

interface with support for 2 IDE channels. Select Enabled to
activate each channel separately.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
IDE Secondary Master / Slave PIO
The two IDE PIO (Programmed Input/Output) fields let you

set a PIO mode (0-4) for the one IDE device that the onboard
IDE interface supports. In Auto mode, the system
automatically determines the best mode for the device.
IDE Secondary Master/Slave UDMA
UDMA (Ultra DMA) is a DMA data transfer protocol that

utilizes ATA commands and the ATA bus to allow DMA
commands to transfer data at a maximum burst rate of 33
MB/s. When you select Auto in the two IDE UDMA fields,
the system automatically determines the optimal data
transfer rate for each IDE device.

5. BIOS Setup
On Chip Serial ATA setting

Table 5.10. On Chip Serial ATA Setting Selection
Description Choice
SATA Mode
SATA mode is fixed to IDE.
On-Chip Serial ATA
Disabled: Disable SATA controller.

Combined Mode: Enable the combination of SATA and
PATA. Up to three IDE devices are available, one for SATA
and two for PATA.
Enhanced Mode: Enable both SATA and PATA. Up to three
IDE drives are provided for this mode.
SATA Only: Set SATA to operate in legacy mode.
SATA PORT Speed Settings
Disable speed settings of, or forcibly set “GEN I” or “GEN II”

to the SATA port.
PATA IDE Mode
PATA IDE mode is fixed to “Secondary”.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choices
SATA Port
Set serial ATA channel to “Primary”.

Notes : Only this item is displayed.
Onboard Device
Figure 5.10. Onboard Device

5. BIOS Setup
Figure 5.11. USB Device Setting
Table 5.11. On board device Selections

Description Choice
USB Over Current Support
Enable or disable the USB Over Current. In normal cases,

set it as “Enabled”.
USB 2.0 Controller
Enable or disable the Onboard USB 2.0 function.

In normal cases, use it while “Enable”.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
USB Operation Mode
Select one of USB operation mode.
USB Keyboard Support
Select “Enabled” when a USB keyboard has to be used on

the OS that does not support USB.
Select “Disabled” for the OS that supports USB such as

Windows XP.
USB Storage Function
Select “Enabled” when using the USB storage.

Using OS which supports USB such as Windows XP, you
can use USB storages even if this item is set to “Disabled”.
Azalia/AC97 Audio Select
Select audio function and/or enable or disable device(s).

In normal cases, set it as “Auto”.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Onboard LAN-A
Select “Disabled” if you don’t want to use Onboard LAN A

controller.
Onboard LAN-B
Select “Disabled” if you don’t want to use Onboard LAN B

controller.
Onboard Lan Boot ROM
Select “Enabled” when PXE network boot up is to be

performed.

5. BIOS Setup
Super IO Device
Figure 5.12. Super IO Device

Table 5.12. Super I/O device Selections
Description Choice
Onboard Serial Port A

Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the serial
port A.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Onboard Serial Port B

Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the serial
port B.
T.P. Serial Port

Enable or disable touch panel serial port.
Select LFP when you use the touch panel of the main body.

5. BIOS Setup
Power Management Setup

The Power Management Setup allows you to configure you system to most effectively save energy while
operating in a manner consistent with your own style of computer use.
Figure 5.13. Power Management Setup
Table 5.13. Power Management setup Selections

Description Choice
ACPI Function
When set to ‘Enabled’, turns on the ACPI Function. By
default, this field is “Enabled”. If you change this value after
Windows Installation, you should install OS again.
Note: ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) is a power management specification that makes hardware
status information available to the operating system ACPI enables a computer to turn its peripherals on and off for
improved power management. It also allows the computer to be turned on and off by external devices, so that mouse or
keyboard activity wakes up the computer.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
ACPI Suspend Type

Only “S1 (POS)” is supported for the ACPI suspense mode.
Power Management
This setting controls the timer function of the doze mode,
the standby mode, and the suspend mode respectively. Use
this category to select the type (degree) of power-saving
feature.
User Define: Each mode can be set respectively. Setting

range of an enabled mode is 1 minute to 1 hour. (Exception:
Setting range of HDD power down is 1 minute to 15
minutes.)
Min Saving: Power management is set to the minimum
(standby mode = 1 hour, suspend mode = 1 hour, and HDD
power down = 15 minutes).
Max Saving: Power management is set to the maximum
(standby mode = 1 minute, suspend mode = 1 minute, and
HDD power down = 1 minute).
Video Off Method

Select the method to blank the monitor.
Blank Screen: This option writes a blank in the video buffer.

V/H SYNC+Blank: This option turns off power of the
vertical and horizontal synchronization ports and writes a
blank in the video buffer.
DPMS: Display initial power management signal
Video Off In Suspend

Select the method to turn off the monitor screen.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Suspend Type
Enable the selected option. The options are “Stop Grant”
and “PwrOn Suspend”.
MODEM Use IRQ

To resume the system automatically from the power saving
mode in answer to an incoming call to the modem, select the
interrupt request line (IRQ).
To use this function, it may be necessary to connect the
Fax/modem to the Wake On Modem connector of the
keyboard computer.
Suspend Mode
If no power management event occurs within the selected
time period, the CPU clock stops and the video signal turns
to be suspended.
When a power management event is detected, the full power
function returns.
*When the USB Keyboard Support item is set to [Enabled],
this function cannot be used.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
HDD Power Down

When an option other than “Disabled” is selected, the hard
disc drive turns to power saving mode if there is no system
operation for the selected time period. In such case, other
devices remain active.
Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
In case of Soft-Off (S5) by the power button, specifies the
delay time to wait till the power button takes effect. In
“Instant-Off”, the power button takes effect immediately
after pushed down. In “Delay 4 sec”, the power button needs
to be pushed and held for 4 seconds to take effect. Note that
the power button is controlled by the OS in case of Windows.
PWRON After PWR-Fail

Only “On” is supported for the PWRON After PWR-Fail.
This feature is activated whenever a power is returned after
any types of power failures such as outage.
PCI Express PME

By default, this field is Disabled.
For Add on PCI-E Card PME.
Usually select “Disabled”.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
PCI Express WAKE

By default, this field is “Disabled”.
Selecting “Enable” enables On board LAN “WOL” function.
Note that the “Wake-Up by PCI Card” setting below should
be Enable alike.
Wake-Up by PCI card

Selecting “Enable” enables On board LAN “WOL” function.
Note that the “PCI Express Wake” setting below should be
Enable alike.
Power On by Ring
When set to “Enabled”, you can boot the system by incoming
call (Ring signal) to the modem connected SERIAL A or
SERIAL B.
Resume by Alarm
When Enabled, your can set the date and time at which the
RTC (real-time clock) alarm awakens the system.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choice
Reload Global Timer Events : When Enabled, an event occurring on each listed device restarts the global timer for
Standby mode.

5. BIOS Setup
PnP/PCI Configuration Setup

This section describes configuring the PCI bus system. PCI, or Personal Computer Interconnect, is a
system which allows I/O devices to operate at speeds nearing the speed the CPU itself uses when
communicating with its own special components. This section covers some very technical items and it is
strongly recommended that only experienced users should make any changes to the default settings.
Figure 5.14. PnP/PCI Configuration Setup

5. BIOS Setup
Table 5.14. PCI PnP/PCI Configuration Setup Selections

Description Choices
Init Display First

Initialize the onboard video display before initializing any
other display device on the system. Thus the onboard display
becomes the primary display.
Reset Configuration Data

Normally, you leave this field Disabled. When you want to
reset the resource assignment for the change of Enable /
Disable of COM or other reasons, set this field to Enabled.
After BIOS setup, ESCD (Extended System Configuration
Data) should be reset.
Resource Controlled by
The Award Plug and Play BIOS can automatically configure
all the boot and Plug and Play – compatible devices. If you
select Auto, all the interrupt request (IRQ) and DMA
assignment fields disappear, as the BIOS automatically
assigns them.

5. BIOS Setup
IRQ Resources
Figure 5.15. IRQ n Resources

When resources are controlled manually, assign each system interrupt as on of the following type,
depending on the type of device using the interrupt.
Legacy ISA Devices compliant with the original PC AT bus specification, requiring a specific interrupt
(Such as IRQ4 for serial port A)
PCI/ISA PnP Devices compliant with the Plug and Play standard, whether designed for PCI or ISA bus
architecture.
The Choice: Legacy ISA and PCI/ISA PnP
Table 5.15. IRQ n Resources Selections

Description Choices
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop

This function is not supported. Keep this value “Disabled”.

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choices
INT Pin 1 Assignment

Usually select “Auto”.
Devices(s) using this INT :
Display Controller
- Bus 0 Dev 2 Func 0
USB 1.0/1.1 UHCI Controller

Multimedia Device


5. BIOS Setup
Description Choices

IDE Controller
SMBus Controller

Network Controller
Simple Communication Controller

- Reserved

5. BIOS Setup
Description Choices

- Reserved

USB 2.0 EHCI Controller
PCI Express relative items

Table 5.16. PCI Express Relative Items Selections
Description Choices
Maximum Payload Size

Supported maximum TLP payload size (byte) for the PCI
Express Devices is 128 only. Keep this value 128.

5. BIOS Setup
PC Health Status
Figure 5.16. PC Health Status

The BIOS shows the PC health status in this window.

5. BIOS Setup
Table 5.17. PC Health Status Selections

Description Choices
CPU Temperature Function

When using “Warning Beep” and “CPU
THRM-Throttling” below, specifies the threshold
temperature to the CPU temperature.
Warning Beep
Disabled: Disables this function.
Enabled: Beep will sound as a warning when the
temperature exceeds the value set in “CPU Temperature
Function” above.
CPU THRM-Throttling
When the temperature exceeds the value set in “CPU
Temperature Function” above, the slot ring is activated in
selected percentages to restrain the heat generation from
CPU. Note that the operation in Windows is not supported.
Current CPU Temp. This field displays the current CPU temperature.
Current System Temp. This field displays the current system temperature.
Vcore / +12V / +3.3V / +1.5V / VBAT / 5VSB This field displays the current voltage.

5. BIOS Setup
Frequency/Voltage Control
Figure 5.17. Frequency/Voltage Control
Table 5.18. Frequency/Voltage Control Selections

Description Choices
Spread Spectrum
When the system clock generator pulses, the extreme values
of the pulse generate excess EMI. Enabling pulse spectrum
spread modulation changes the extreme values from spikes
to flat curves, thus reducing EMI. This benefit may in some
cases be outweighed by problems with timing-critical
devices, such as a clock-sensitive SCSI device.

5. BIOS Setup
Defaults Menu
Selecting “Defaults” from the main menu shows you two options which are described below
Load Fail-Safe Defaults

When you press <Enter> on this item you get a confirmation dialog box with a message similar to:
Load Fail-Safe Defaults (Y/N) ? N
Pressing ‘Y’ loads the BIOS default values for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations.
Load Optimized Defaults

When you press <Enter> on this item you get a confirmation dialog box with a message similar to:
Load setup Defaults (Y/N) ? N
Pressing ‘Y’ loads the default values that are factory settings for optimal performance system operations.

5. BIOS Setup
Supervisor/User Password Setting

You can set either supervisor or user password, or both of then. The differences between are:
SUPERVISOR PASSWORD: can enter and change the options of the setup menus.
USER PASSWORD: just can only enter but do not have the right to change the options of the setup
menus. When you select this unction, the following message will appear at the center of the screen to
assist you in creating a password.
ENTER PASSWORD
Type the password, up to eight characters in length, and press <Enter>. The password typed now will
clear any previously entered password from CMOS memory. You will be asked to confirm the password.
Type the password again and press <Enter>. You may also press <Esc> to abort the selection and not
enter a password.
To disable a password, just press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter the password. A message will
confirm the password will be disabled. Once the password is disabled, the system will boot and you can
enter Setup freely.
PASSWORD DISABLED
When a password has been enabled, you will be prompted to enter it every time you try to enter Setup.
This prevents an unauthorized person from changing any part of your system configuration.
Additionally, when a password is enabled, you can also require the BIOS to request a password every
time your system is rebooted. This would prevent unauthorized use of your computer.
You determine when the password is required within the BIOS Features Setup Menu and its Security
option. If the Security option is set to “System”, the password will be required both at boot and at entry to
Setup. If set to “Setup”, prompting only occurs when trying to enter Setup.

5. BIOS Setup
Exit Selecting
Save & Exit Setup
Pressing <Enter> on this item asks for confirmation :
Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y
Pressing “Y” stores the selections made in the menus in CMOS – a special section of memory that stays
on after you turn your system off. The next time you boot your computer, the BIOS configures your
system according to the Setup selections stored in CMOS. After saving the values the system is restarted
again.
Exit Without Saving

Pressing <Enter> on this item asks for confirmation:
Quit without saving (Y/N)? Y
This allows you to exit Setup without storing in CMOS any change. The previous selections remain in
effect. This exits the Setup utility and restarts your computer.
POST Messages
During the Power On Self-Test (POST), if the BIOS detects an error requiring you to do something to fix,
it will either sound a beep code or display a message.
If a message is displayed, it will be accompanied by:
PRESS F1 TO CONTINUE, CTRL-ALT-ESC OR DEL TO ENTER SETUP
POST Beep
Currently there are two kinds of beep codes in BIOS. This code indicates that a video error has occurred
and the BIOS cannot initialize the video screen to display any additional information. This beep code
consists of a single long beep followed by two short beeps. The other code indicates that your DRAM
error has occurred. This beep code consists of a single long beep repeatedly.

5. BIOS Setup
Error Messages
One or more of the following messages may be displayed if the BIOS detects an error during the POST.
This list includes messages for both the ISA and the EISA BIOS.
CMOS battery has failed
CMOS battery is no longer functional. It should be replaced.
Disk boot failed

[INSERT SYSTEM DISK AND PRESS ENTER]
No boot device was found. This could mean that either a boot drive was not detected or the drive does not
contain proper system boot files. Make sure the connection of boot drive and its content.
Error encountered initializing hard drive

Disk drive cannot be initialized. Be sure all recording media such as HDD/SSD/CF are installed correctly.
Also be sure the correct hard drive type is selected in Setup.
Error initializing hard disk controller

Cannot initialize disk drive controller. Be sure all recording media such as HDD/SSD/CF are installed
correctly. Also be sure the correct hard drive type is selected in Setup.
Keyboard error or no keyboard present

Cannot initialize the keyboard. Make sure the keyboard is attached correctly and no keys are being
pressed during the boot.
If you are purposely configuring the system without a keyboard, set the error halt condition in Setup to
HALT ON ALL, BUT KEYBOARD. This will cause the BIOS to ignore the missing keyboard and
continue the boot.
Memory address error at…

Indicates a memory address error at a specific location.
Press a key to REBOOT

This will be displayed at the bottom screen when an error occurs that requires you to reboot.
Press F1 to disable NMI, F2 to REBOOT

When BIOS detects a Non-maskable Interrupt condition during boot, this will allow you to disable the
NMI and continue to boot, or you can reboot the system with the NMI enabled.
System halted, (CTRL-ALT-DEL) to REBOOT…
Indicates the present boot attempt has been aborted and the system must be rebooted. Press and hold
down the CTRL and ALT keys and press DEL.

5. BIOS Setup
Hard disk(s) fail (80)

Disk drive reset failed.

Disk drive controller diagnostics failed.

Disk drive initialization error.

Unable to recalibrate disk drive.

Sector Verify failed.
Keyboard is locked out – Unlock the key

This product does not support Keyboard Lock. If this message was shown, keyboard controller may be
broken.
Keyboard error or no keyboard present

Cannot initialize the keyboard. Make sure the keyboard is attached correctly and no keys are being
pressed during the boot.
BIOS ROM checksum error – System halted

The checksum of ROM address F0000H-FFFFFH is bad. It indicates that hardware broke down or
content of ROM was changed.
Memory test fail

BIOS reports the memory tests fail if the onboard memory is tested error.
Error loading operating system

Invalid System disk
It indicates that Boot Record Program in Disk (not in BIOS) failed to load OS. Make sure content of Disk.

5. BIOS Setup

6. Appendix
6. Appendix
Memory Map
Memory Segments Comments
00000h - 9FFFh 0 - 640K DOS Region
A0000h - BFFFFh Video Buffer
B0000h - B7FFFh Monochrome Adapter range
C0000h - CFFFFh Video BIOS
D0000h - DFFFFh Expansion Area
E0000h - EFFFFh Extended System BIOS Area
F0000h - FFFFFh System BIOS Area
100000h - FFFFFFFFh Extended Memory Area
00100000 - Top of Main Memory Main DRAM Address Range
Top of Main Memory Extended SMRAM Address Range
Top of Main Memory To 4GB PCI Memory Address Range
FEC0000h - FECFFFFFh,
APIC configuration space
FEE00000h - FEEFFFFFh
FFE0000h - FFFFFFFFh High BIOS Area
Figure 6.1. Memory Map

6. Appendix
I/O Port Addresses

Table 6.1. I/O Port Addresses
Address Size Description
0000 - 000F 16 bytes DMA controller
0010 - 001F 16 bytes Reserved
0020 - 0021 2 bytes PIC interrupt controller
0040 - 0043 4 bytes System timer 1
0060 1 byte Keyboard controller
0061 1 byte NMI, speaker controller
0062 - 0063 2 bytes Reserved
0064 1 byte Keyboard controller
0065-006F 11bytes Reserved
0070 - 0073 4 bytes RTC real time clock
0074 - 007F 12bytes Reserved
0080 - 0090 17 bytes DMA page register
00A0 - 00A1 2 bytes Interrupt controller 2
00A2 - 00BF 28 bytes Reserved
00C0 - 00DE 31 bytes DMA controller 2
00E0 - 00EF 16 bytes Reserved
00F0 - 00FF 16 bytes Arithmetic processor for numerical values
01F0 - 01F7 8 bytes Primary IDE controller
0274 - 0277 4 bytes Reserved(ISA PnP)
0279 - 0279 1 byte Reserved
0290 - 029F 16 bytes Hardware monitor
02A0 - 02A7 8 bytes Touch panel (SERIAL C)
02A8 - 02AF 8 bytes Reserved
02B0 - 02B7 8 bytes Reserved
02C0 – 02C7 8 bytes Reserved
02C8 – 02CF 8 bytes Reserved
02F8 - 02FF 8 bytes SERIAL B
0388 - 038D 6 bytes Reserved (FM synthesizer)
03B0 - 03BB 12 bytes Video (Monochrome)
03C0 - 03DF 32 bytes Video (VGA)
03F6 1 byte Primary IDE
03F8 - 03FF 8 bytes SERIAL A
0400 - 04BF 191bytes Reserved
04D0 - 04D1 2 bytes Interrupt setting register (Edge/level triggered PIC)
0A79 - 0A79 1 byte Reserved
0CF8 - 0CFF 4 bytes PCI configuration register
0CF9 1 byte Turbo and reset control register
4000 - 400F 16 byte Reserved (RAS)

6. Appendix
Interrupt Level List

Table 6.2. Hardware Interrupt Levels (Factory Settings)
Type 8259 Priority Description Vector
NMI High -I/O CHK 02H

IRQ0 MASTER ↑ Timer 0 08H
IRQ1 “ ⏐ System reserved 09H
IRQ2 “ ⏐ Interrupt controller 2 (slave) 0AH
IRQ8 SLAVE ⏐ Real-time clock 70H
IRQ9 “ ⏐ System reserved 71H
IRQ10 “ ⏐ Not in use (Available for users) 72H
IRQ13 “ ⏐ Co-processor 75H
IRQ14 “ ⏐ Primary IDE 76H
IRQ3 MASTER ⏐ Serial port B (SERIAL B) 0BH
IRQ4 “ ⏐ Serial port A (SERIAL A) 0CH
IRQ5 “ ⏐ Touch panel (SERIAL C) 0DH
IRQ6 “ ↓ Not in use (Available for users) 0EH
IRQ7 “ Low Not in use (Available for users) 0FH

6. Appendix
POST Codes
Table 6.3. POST Codes <1/5>
POST
Description
(hex)
CFh Test CMOS R/W functionality.
Early chipset initialization:
-Disable shadow RAM
C0h
-Disable L2 cache (socket 7 or below)
-Program basic chipset registers
Detect memory
C1h -Auto-detection of DRAM size, type and ECC.
-Auto-detection of L2 cache (socket 7 or below)
C3h Expand compressed BIOS code to DRAM
C5h Call chipset hook to copy BIOS back to E000 & F000 shadow RAM.
0h1 Expand the Xgroup codes locating in physical address 1000:0
02h Reserved
03h Initial Superio_Early_Init switch.
04h Reserved
1. Blank out screen
05h
2. Clear CMOS error flag
06h Reserved
Clear 8042 interface
07h
Initialize 8042 self-test
1. Test special keyboard controller for Winbond 977 series Super I/O chips.
08h
2. Enable keyboard interface.
09h Reserved
1. Disable PS/2 mouse interface (optional).
0Ah 2. Auto detect ports for keyboard & mouse followed by a port & interface swap (optional).
3. Reset keyboard for Winbond 977 series Super I/O chips.
0Bh Reserved
0Ch Reserved
0Dh Reserved
0Eh Test F000h segment shadow to see whether it is R/W-able or not. If test fails, keep beeping the speaker.
0Fh Reserved
Auto detects flash type to load appropriate flash R/W codes into the run time area in F000 for ESCD &
10h
DMI support.
11h Reserved
Use walking 1’s algorithm to check out interface in CMOS circuitry. Also set real-time clock power status,
12h
and then check for override.
13h Reserved
14h Program chipset default values into chipset. Chipset default values are MODBINable by OEM customers.
15h Reserved
16h Initial Early_Init_Onboard_Generator switch.
17h Reserved
18h Detect CPU information including brand, SMI type (Cyrix or Intel®) and CPU level (586 or 686).
19h Reserved

6. Appendix

POST
Description
(hex)
1Ah Reserved
Initial interrupts vector table. If no special specified, all H/W interrupts are directed to
1Bh
SPURIOUS_INT_HDLR & S/W interrupts to SPURIOUS_soft_HDLR.
1Ch Reserved
1Dh Initial EARLY_PM_INIT switch.
1Eh Reserved
1Fh Load keyboard matrix (notebook platform)
20h Reserved
21h HPM initialization (notebook platform)
22h Reserved
Check validity of RTC value: e.g. a value of 5Ah is an invalid value for RTC minute.
Load CMOS settings into BIOS stack. If CMOS checksum fails, use default value instead.
Prepare BIOS resource map for PCI & PnP use. If ESCD is valid, take into consideration of the ESCD’s
legacy information.
23h Onboard clock generator initialization. Disable respective clock resource to empty PCI & DIMM slots.
Early PCI initialization:
-Enumerate PCI bus number
-Assign memory & I/O resource
-Search for a valid VGA device & VGA BIOS, and put it into C000:0.
24h Reserved
25h Reserved
26h Reserved
27h Initialize INT 09 buffer
28h Reserved
Program CPU internal MTRR (P6 & PII) for 0 - 640K memory address.
Initialize the APIC for Pentium class CPU.
29h Program early chipset according to CMOS setup. Example: onboard IDE controller.
Measure CPU speed.
Invoke video BIOS.
2Ah Reserved
2Bh Reserved
2Ch Reserved
Initialize multi-language
2Dh
Put information on screen display, including Award title, CPU type, CPU speed….
2Eh Reserved
2Fh Reserved
30h Reserved
31h Reserved
32h Reserved
33h Reset keyboard except Winbond 977 series Super I/O chips.
34h Reserved
35h Reserved
36h Reserved
37h Reserved
38h Reserved
39h Reserved
3Ah Reserved

6. Appendix

POST
Description
(hex)
3Bh Reserved
3Ch Test 8254
3Dh Reserved
3Eh Test 8259 interrupt mask bits for channel 1.
3Fh Reserved
40h Test 8259 interrupt mask bits for channel 2.
41h Reserved
42h Reserved
43h Test 8259 functionality.
44h Reserved
45h Reserved
46h Reserved
47h Initialize EISA slot
48h Reserved
1. Calculate total memory by testing the last double word of each 64K page.
49h
2. Program writes allocation for AMD K5 CPU.
4Ah Reserved
4Bh Reserved
4Ch Reserved
4Dh Reserved
1. Program MTRR of M1 CPU
2. Initialize L2 cache for P6 class CPU & program CPU with proper cacheable range.
4Eh 3. Initialize the APIC for P6 class CPU.
4. On MP platform, adjust the cacheable range to smaller one in case the cacheable ranges between each
CPU are not identical.
4Fh Reserved
50h Initialize USB
51h Reserved
52h Test all memory (clear all extended memory to 0)
53h Reserved
54h Reserved
55h Display number of processors (multi-processor platform)
56h Reserved
1. Display PnP logo
57h 2. Early ISA PnP initialization
Assign CSN to every ISA PnP device.
58h Reserved
59h Initialize the combined Trend Anti-Virus code.
5Ah Reserved
(Optional Feature)
5Bh
Show message for entering AWDFLASH.EXE from FDD (optional)
5Ch Reserved
1. Initialize Init_Onboard_Super_IO switch.
5Dh
2. Initialize Init_Onbaord_AUDIO switch.
5Eh Reserved
5Fh Reserved
60h Okay to enter Setup utility; i.e. not until this POST stage can users enter the CMOS setup utility.
61h Reserved

6. Appendix

POST
Description
(hex)
62h Reserved
63h Reserved
64h Reserved
65h Initialize PS/2 Mouse
66h Reserved
67h Prepare memory size information for function call: INT 15h ax=E820h
68h Reserved
69h Turn on L2 cache
6Ah Reserved
6Bh Program chipset registers according to items described in Setup & Auto-configuration table.
6Ch Reserved
1.Assign resources to all ISA PnP devices.
6Dh
2. Auto assign ports to onboard SERIAL ports if the corresponding item in Setup is set to “AUTO”.
6Eh Reserved
1. Initialize floppy controller
6Fh
2. Set up floppy related fields in 40:hardware.
70h Reserved
71h Reserved
72h Reserved
(Optional Feature)
Enter AWDFLASH.EXE if :
73h
-AWDFLASH is found in floppy drive.
-ALT+F2 is pressed
74h Reserved
75h Detect & install all IDE devices: HDD, LS120, ZIP, CDROM…..
76h Reserved
77h Detect serial ports & parallel ports.
78h Reserved
79h Reserved
7Ah Detect & install co-processor
7Bh Reserved
7Ch Reserved
7Dh Reserved
7Eh Reserved
Switch back to text mode if full screen logo is supported.
-If errors occur, report errors & wait for keys
7Fh
-If no errors occur or F1 key is pressed to continue:
Clear EPA or customization logo.
80h Reserved
81h Reserved
1. Call chipset power management hook.
82h 2. Recover the text fond used by EPA logo (not for full screen logo)
3. If password is set, ask for password.
83h Save all data in stack back to CMOS

6. Appendix

POST
Description
(hex)
84h Initialize ISA PnP boot devices
USB final Initialization
NET PC: Build SYSID structure
Switch S screen back to text mode
Set up ACPI table at top of memory.
85h
Invoke ISA adapter ROMs
Assign IRQs to PCI devices
Initialize APM
Clear noise of IRQs.
86h Reserved
87h Reserved
88h Reserved
89h Reserved
90h Reserved
91h Reserved
92h Reserved
93h Read HDD boot sector information for Trend Anti-Virus code
Enable L2 cache
Program boot up speed
Chipset final initialization.
94h Power management final initialization
Clear screen & display summary table
Program K6 write allocation
Program P6 class write combining
Program daylight saving
95h
Update keyboard LED & typematic rate
1. Build MP table
2. Build & update ESCD
96h 3. Set CMOS century to 20h or 19h
4. Load CMOS time into DOS timer tick
5. Build MSIRQ routing table.
FFh Boot attempt (INT 19h)

6. Appendix
SERIAL I/O Address and Register Function

The following table lists the I/O addresses in case of SERIAL A.
Table 6.4. I/O Address

I/O address DLAB Read/Write Register
03F8H 0 W Transmitter holding register THR

R Receive buffer register RBR
1 W Divisor latch register (LSB) DLL
03F9H 1 W Divisor latch register (MSB) DLM
0 W Interrupt enable register IER
03FAH X R Interrupt ID register IIR
03FBH X W Line control register LCR
03FCH X W Modem control register MCR
03FDH X R Line status register LSR
03FEH X R Modem status register MSR
03FFH X R/W Scratch register SCR
DLAB (Divisor Latch Access Bit) : The value in bit 7 of the line control register.

6. Appendix
Table 6.5. Function of Each Register < 1 / 4 >

I/O address Description
03F8H THR: Transmitter Holding Register [DLAB=0]
D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
bit7 bit0
MSB LSB
Register dedicated to write transmitted data to
03F8H RBR: Reciever Buffer Register [DLAB=O]

D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
bit7 bit0
MSB LSB
Register dedicated to read received data from
03F8H DLL: Divisor Latch (LSB) [DLAB=1]

D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
bit7 bit0
MSB LSB
Baud rate setting register (LSB)
03F9H DLH: Divisor Latch (MSB) [DLAB=1]

D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
bit7 bit0
MSB LSB
Baud rate setting register (MSB)
03F9H IER: Interrupt Enable Register [DLAB=0]

D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
0 0 0 0 EMS ELSI ETHREI ERDAI
Received data
Interrupt enable
Received data register empty
Interrupt enable
Receiver line status
Interrupt enable
Modem status interrupt enable
[Always used at 0.]
1: Enable interrupt
0: Disable interrupt

6. Appendix

03FAH IIR : Interrupt Identification Register
D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
0 0 0 0 0
Interrupt details
1: Do not generate interrupts
0: Generate interrupts
bit2 bit1 bit0 Priority Description
0 0 1 Interrupts are not generated.
1 1 0 1 (high) Generated by overrun, parity, framing error or break

interrupt.
Cleared when the line status register is read.
1 0 0 2 Generated when the receive buffer register is ready.

Cleared when the receiving buffer is read.
0 1 0 3 Generated when the transmitter holding register is
empty. Cleared when the IIR is read or when
transmitted data is written to THR.
0 0 0 4 (low) Modem status interrupt is generated.

(CTS, DSR, RI, CD)
Cleared when the modem status register is read.
03FBH LCR : Line Contror Regester D1 D0 Bit table

D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0 0 0 5
0 1 6
1 0 7
1 1 8
0 : 1 STOP bit
1 : 1.5 STOP bits at 5-bit length
2 STOP bits at 6-, 7-, or 8-bit length
0 : Disable parity
1 : Enable parity
0 : Odd parity
1 : Even parity
0 : Disable stick parity
1 : Enable stick parity
0 : Break signal off
1 : Send break signal
DLAB (Divisor Latch Access Bit)
In order to access the divisor latch register, you need to set the bit
to 1. To access another register, set the bit to 0.

6. Appendix

03FCH MCR: Modem Control Register
D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
0 0 0 Loop IRQ X RTS DTR
DTR 0 : Inactive
[HIGH]
1 : Active
[LOW]
RTS 0 : Inactive
[HIGH]
1 : Active
[LOW]
Interrupt control bit

0 : Disable
1 : Enable
Diagnostic local loop-back test
0 : Disable
1 : Enable
03FDH LSR: Line Status Regester
D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
0 TEMT THRE BI FE PE OE DR
Data ready
(1 for existence of received data)
Overrun error
(1 for occurrence of an error)
Parity error (1 for occurrence of an error)

Framing error (1 for occurrence of an error)
Break interrupt (1 for detection of break state)
Transmitter holding register empty

(1 for transmission buffer being empty)
Transmitter empty
(Set to 1 when both transmitter holding register and
transmitter shift register are empty.)

6. Appendix
Table 6.5. Function of Each Register <4/4>

03FEH MSR : Modem Status Register
D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
DCD RI DSR CTS DDCD TERI DDSR DCTS
Delta CTS
Delta DSR
Trailing edge RI
Delta data carrier detect
CTS
DSR
RI
DCD
03FFH SCR : Scratchpad Register

This is an 8-bit, readable/writable register which is available to the user to
allow data to be saved temporarily.

6. Appendix
Baud Rate Settings

A baud rate is set by software by dividing the clock input (1.8432MHz). The baud rate in terms of
hardware can be set to a maximum of 115,200 bps for SERIAL A, B. The baud rates available in practice
depend on the operating environment (cable, software, etc.). The table below lists typical baud rates and
their respective values to be written to the divisor latch register (LSB, MSB).
Table 6.6. Baud Rate Settings

Baud rate to be set SERIAL A, B
Clock input (1.8432MHz)
Value to be set Setting error (%)
in the divisor register
(Decimal)
50 2304 ---
75 1536 ---
110 1047 0.026
134.5 857 0.058
150 768 ---
300 384 ---
600 192 ---
1200 96 ---
1800 64 ---
2000 58 0.69
2400 48 ---
3600 32 ---
4800 24 ---
7200 16 ---
9600 12 ---
14400 8 ---
19200 6 ---
28800 4 ---
38400 3 ---
57600 2 ---
76800 --- ---
115200 1 ---
153600 --- ---
230400 --- ---
Example: To set 9,600 bps, write “00” to the (MSB) divisor latch register and “12 (decimal)” to the (LSB) divisor latch
register.

6. Appendix
Watch-Dog-Timer
The watchdog timer serves as a safeguard against possible system lock-up in your industrial computer
system. In most industrial environments, there are heavy equipment, generators, high-voltage power lines,
or power drops that have adverse effects on your computer system. For instance, when a power drop
occurs, it could cause the CPU to come to a halt state or enter into an infinite loop, resulting in a system
lock-up.
The application software created by user with the watchdog timer enabled, a RESET automatically
generated unless the software periodically triggers the timer within the setting time-out interval. That is,
while the system gets hung up, the running program can’t trigger the timer periodically. The timer will
generate a reset signal to reboot the system. This feature allows a running program to restart in an orderly
way when a power glitch or any abnormal condition occurs.
The watchdog timer comes with 255-level time-out interval, 1 - 255 seconds per interval, which can be
adjusted by software setting. There is a tolerance of 2 second for this time-out interval. For example, if
the time-out interval has been set to 32 seconds, your program should trigger the watchdog timer before
28 seconds are escaped. Otherwise, after 28 - 32 seconds are escaped, the system will automatically
reboot. To keep the system running normally, your program should trigger the watchdog timer every 28
seconds.
The I/O port is defined at address 2e/2fH. You can trigger/enable disable the timer by writing address
2e/2fH.
Here is an example for flow chart and programming how to use the watch-dog-timer.
(1) Example flow chart

START
WDT Initial
}
WDT Start
If [WDT Stop] is not performed within the limit time set up
by [WDT Start], system reset occurs.
WDT Stop
Yes WDT When performing the re-start of WDT, it repeats [WDT Start] and [WDT Stop].
Restart?
No
END
* It is also possible not to perform [WDT Stop] instead of performing [WDT Stop] to [WDT Start], but to perform [WDT
Start] continuously at the time of a re-start.

6. Appendix
(2) Example programming

The following example is written in Intel8086 assembly language.
;===============
;<WDT Initial>
;===============
;-------------------------------------------
;Enter the extended function mode
;-------------------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,87H
OUT DX,AL
OUT DX,AL
;-----------------------------------
;Set WDT function at pin89
;-----------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,2BH
OUT DX,AL
MOV DX,2FH
MOV AL,0DH
OUT DX,AL
;------------------------------------------------
;Select logical device WDT(number 8)
;-------------------------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,07H
OUT DX,AL
MOV DX,2FH
MOV AL,08H
OUT DX,AL
;---------------------------------------------------
;Activate logical device WDT(number 8)
;---------------------------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,30H
OUT DX,AL
MOV DX,2FH
MOV AL,01H
OUT DX,AL
;-----------------------------------
;Set timer unit : second
;-----------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,F5H
OUT DX,AL
MOV DX,2FH
MOV AL,00H
OUT DX,AL
;------------------------------------------
;Exit the extended function mode

6. Appendix
;------------------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,AAH
OUT DX,AL
;================================
;<WDT START : counter set and a start >
;================================
;---------------------------------------------
;---------------------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,87H
OUT DX,AL
OUT DX,AL
;------------------------------------------------
;------------------------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,07H
OUT DX,AL
MOV DX,2FH
MOV AL,08H
OUT DX,AL
;------------------------------------------------------
;Set time of WDT and start to count down
;------------------------------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,F6H
OUT DX,AL
MOV DX,2FH
;----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
;The data of an example is 15 seconds.(01H=1sec.- FFH=255sec.)
MOV AL,0FH ; 0FH = 15Sec.
;-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
OUT DX,AL
;-----------------------------------
;-----------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,AAH
OUT DX,AL
;==============
;<WDT STOP>
;==============
;-----------------------------------
;-----------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,87H

6. Appendix
OUT DX,AL
OUT DX,AL
;-----------------------------------
;-----------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,07H
OUT DX,AL
MOV DX,2FH
MOV AL,08H
OUT DX,AL
;-----------------------------------
;Stop count down of WDT
;-----------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,F6H
OUT DX,AL
MOV DX,2FH
;-----------------------------------
;The data of 00H is stop WDT
MOV AL,00H
;-----------------------------------
OUT DX,AL
;-----------------------------------
;-----------------------------------
MOV DX,2EH
MOV AL,AAH
OUT DX,AL
CAUTION
The timer’s intervals have a tolerance of ±2 seconds.

6. Appendix
Life of CF
About write endurance
CF contained in PT-955LXP1-DC53xx has a write endurance which limits the number of times each
memory may be written, due to the characteristic of the memory that is used. Write endurance can be
calculated by the following formula as a reference value:
Write endurance (cycles) =
Total capacity (MB) x 100,000 (cycles) / Size of file (MB)
Example1: When the file of 1MB is made for the standard CF (2GB) for PT-955LXP1-DC53xx, and it
rewrites it once a second.
Write endurance = 1920MB x 100,000 cycles / 1MB = 192,000,000 (cycles)
Longevity = 192,000,000 / (3600 x 24 x 365) ≅ 6 (year)
After all these are reference values, confirm its life span by the following S.M.A.R.T.
About S.M.A.R.T.
A self-diagnosis program "SMART" that can obtain the S.M.A.R.T information in a CF is available for
download at TDK website. Following information can be obtained using this program:
1. Number of flash memory chips mounted inside CF, and the total number of blocks
2. Total number of write cycles on CF
3. Number of write cycles of the block where rewriting occurs most frequently
4. Number of write cycles of the block where rewriting occurs least frequently
5. Number of write cycles of all the blocks (10 step histogram)
The NAND type flash memory’s life span is 100,000 cycles. The number of write cycles for each block
can be determined, making it possible to predict life span.
TDK website:
http://www.tdk.co.jp
At the SMART program download destination:
http://www.tdk.co.jp/memorycontroller/mem01000.htm
Requirement for SMART program:

Windows 2000/XP with VB6.0 runtime and MSFLXGRD.OCX component
(such as vb6rt330.exe)
Figure 6.2 S.M.A.R.T.

6. Appendix
Battery
Battery Specification
This product uses the following battery.
- Type : Lithium primary battery
- Model : BR-1/2AA
- Maker : Panasonic
- Nominal voltage : 3V
- Nominal capacity : 1000mAh
- Lithium content : 1g or less
Removing the battery

Remove the battery according to the following figure.
(1) Remove the rear screws and remove the cover for the PCI expansion section.
Figure 6.3. Removing the battery 1

6. Appendix
(2) Remove the screws securing the PCI expansion section and slide the PCI expansion section in the
order shown in 1 and 2 to remove it.
(3) Remove the screws on the rear and the left, right, upper, and lower sides. Then remove the main unit
cover.

6. Appendix
(4) Remove the screws fixing the heatsink and remove the heatsink.
(5) Remove the screws fixing the battery and remove the battery.
Disposing the battery

Dispose the removed battery properly as instructed by local government.

7. List of Options
7. List of Options
AC adapter
- IPC-ACAP12-04 AC adapter (Input: 100-240VAC, Output: 12VDC 4A)
CAUTION
When the product is used with this AC adapter, ensure that the total consumption current for the four
USB ports and the total consumption current for the expansion board power supply +5 V and +3.3 V
is 1.0 A or lower.
Do not use the expansion board power supply +12 V and -12 V.
Screen protective sheets

- IPC-CV12 12.1-inch screen protective sheets (10 sheets)
CAUTION
Note that the sheets may not protect the screen because it is a few millimeters smaller than the screen
size.
Protective sheets PT-955 Series

Model Sheet size (mm) Model Screen size (mm)
IPC-CV12 250.0 × 188.0 PT-955LXP1-DC53xx 249.0×188.5
CF Card
- CF-1GB-B 1GB CompactFlash for Fix Disk
Other option
- IPC-SND-03 Desk stand
Additional TFT color LCD
< LVDS&DVI input type >

- FPD-H71XT-DC1 *1 (15inch 1024 x 768 dots, Panel mounted type)
- FPD-L71ST-DC1 *1 (12.1inch 800 x 600 dots, Panel mounted type)
- FPD-S71VT-DC1 *1 (6.4 inch 640 x 480 dots, Panel mounted type)
- FPD-H75XT-DC1 *1 (15inch 1024 x 768 dots, Embedded type)
- FPD-L75ST-DC1 *1 (12.1inch 800 x 600 dots, Embedded type)
- FPD-M75VT-DC1 *1 (10.4inch 640 x 480 dots, Embedded type)
*1 Please purchase the optional connection cable [IPC-DVI/D-020, IPC-DVI/D-050].

7. List of Options
<Analog RGB types>

- FPD-H21XT-AC (15 inch 1024 x 768 dots, Panel mounted type)
- FPD-L21ST-AC (12.1 inch 800 x 600 dots, Panel mounted type)
- FPD-M21VT-AC (10.4 inch 640 x 480 dots, Panel mounted type)
Display cable only for DVI input

- IPC-DVI/D-020 DVI-D Cable (2m)
- IPC-DVI/D-050 DVI-D Cable (5m)
CAUTION
Precautions when using products other than our options
- If a product other than our option is used, the normal operation may be impaired or the functions may
be limited.
Precautions when Using Additional Display

- An additional display can be used to enable simultaneous screen display with the PANEL-PC main
display.
- If the resolution of the additional display is different from that of the PANEL-PC main display, the
size of screen images on the additional display will be decreased or increased with lower image
quality.
- When using the main unit and touch panel function at the same time, use a USB connection for the
touch panel.
* Check the CONTEC’s Web site for the latest information on these options.

PT-955 Series
User’s Manual
PT-955LXP1-DC53xx
CONTEC CO.,LTD. May 2013 Edition
3-9-31, Himesato, Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka 555-0025, Japan
Japanese http://www.contec.co.jp/
English http://www.contec.com/
Chinese http://www.contec.com.cn/
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written
consent of CONTEC CO., LTD. [05302013]
[08122011] Management No. NA01539
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- High definition supported DVI external display output

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- Remote power management function to reduce operation tasks

- Expansion slots to hold PCI bus boards.

- Safety design required for embedded applications

- A wide range of power supplies (10.8 - 31.2VDC) supported

- Touch panel enables keyboard-less operation.

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DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

Caution on the PT-955 Series

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- Burn-in on TFT Display

FCC PART 15 Class A Notice

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Assembly type Panel mounted

CPU Intel® Atom™ Processor N270 (1.60GHz / FSB533MHz)

Chip set Intel® 945GSE + ICH7M-DH

BIOS BIOS (mfd. by Award)

Memory 1GB ( 200pin SO-DIMM x 1), PC2-4300 DDR2 SDRAM

Graphic Controller Intel® GMA950 (Built in 945GSE chip set)

Video BIOS 64KB(C0000H-CFFFFH)

Backlight LED method, The ON/OFF software can control.

Touch panel Resolution 4096 x 4096 (emulated in 1024 x 768 mode)

Detection Resistive-film analog type

LAN*3 Intel® 82573L Controller

General-purpose I/O None

Hardware monitoring Monitoring CPU temperature, board temperature, power voltage

Real-time clock ICH7M-DH integrated,

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