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PE100A

3.1  Removing the bottom cover

1.  Turn off your Embedded Computer, and then disconnect all cables and 

peripherals.

2.   Place the Embedded Computer on a flat stable surface with its top side 

facing down.

3.  Remove the screw from the bottom cover (A), then remove the bottom 

cover (B).

IMPORTANT!

•   Ensure that your hands are dry before proceeding with the rest 

of the installation process. Before installing any of the features in 

this guide, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded 

object or metal object to avoid damaging them due to static 

electricity.

•   Turn off the power of your Embedded Computer and allow it to 

cool for at least 10 minutes before performing any installation/

uninstallation process.

NOTE: 

The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The slots 

may vary depending on model.

Summary of Contents for PE100A

Page 1: ...PE100A Embedded Computer User Manual ...

Page 2: ...A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Copyright 2022 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Rights Reserved LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS part or other liability you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS In each such...

Page 3: ... 28 2 1 2 Connect a display panel to your Embedded Computer 30 2 1 3 Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse 31 2 1 4 Turn on your Embedded Computer 32 2 2 Turning off your Embedded Computer 33 Chapter 3 Upgrading your Embedded Computer 3 1 Removing the bottom cover 36 3 2 Replacing the bottom cover 37 3 3 Removing the top cover 38 3 4 Replacing the top cover 39 3 5 Installing a nano SIM card...

Page 4: ...2 Installing the terminal block optional 55 Chapter 4 Setting up your Embedded Computer 4 1 Requirements 58 4 2 Flashing the OS Image 58 Appendix Safety information 62 Setting up your system 62 Care during use 63 Regulatory notices 65 Service and Support 78 ...

Page 5: ... Embedded Computer This chapter provides you with information on using your Embedded Computer Chapter 3 Upgrading your Embedded Computer This chapter provides you with information on how to upgrade the memory modules wireless modules and hard disk drive solid state drive of your Embedded Computer Chapter 4 Setting up your Embedded Computer This chapter will guide you in setting up your Embedded Co...

Page 6: ...contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task NOTE This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks WARNING This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing certain tasks and prevent damage to your Embedded Computer s data and components ...

Page 7: ...PE100A 7 Package contents Your Embedded Computer package contains the following items PE100A AC power adapter Power cord Terminal blocks Terminal block power adapter I O port dust covers Wall mount kit ...

Page 8: ...ir respective user manuals The device illustration is for reference only Actual product specifications may vary depending on model If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper use within the warranty period bring the warranty card to the ASUS Service Center for replacement of the defective components Optional items Antennas DIN rail clips ...

Page 9: ...1 Getting to know your Embedded Computer ...

Page 10: ...ows you to connect a wireless antenna for LTE signals NOTE The LTE wireless antenna is optional and may not come bundled GPS Wireless antenna jack The GPS wireless antenna jack allows you to connect a wireless antenna for GPS signals NOTE The GPS wireless antenna is optional and may not come bundled ...

Page 11: ...J 45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for 10 100 1000 Mbps connection to a local network Activity Link LED Status Description Off No link Yellow Linked Yellow blinking Data activity Yellow blinking then steady Ready to wake up from suspend mode Speed LED Status Description Off 10 Mbps connection Orange 100 Mbps connection Green 1 Gbps connection Realtek RTL8211 Intel I211 LAN port LED i...

Page 12: ...s slot is covered with a metal cover Ensure to remove and replace the metal cover when installing a nano SIM card For more information on removing and replacing the metal cover refer to Installing a nano SIM card USB 3 2 Gen 1 Type C port This USB Type C Universal Serial Bus port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit s and a maximum of 5V 1 5A output This port supports OTG On The Go mode that c...

Page 13: ...nd printers Please refer to the illustrations below for the pin definition of the Serial COM terminal connector 1 2 3 4 5 RS232 GND RTS TX RX CTS GND RTS CTS TX RX CAN GND CAN L CAN H RS422 GND RB RA TA TB RS485 GND A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 RS232 GND RTS TX RX CTS GND RTS CTS TX RX CAN GND CAN L CAN H RS422 GND RB RA TA TB RS485 GND A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 RS232 GND RTS TX RX CTS GND RTS CTS TX R...

Page 14: ... H DO1 L DO1 H DI4 L DI4 H DI3 L DI3 H DI2 L DI2 H DI1 L DI1 H Power input The supplied terminal block power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Embedded Computer WARNING The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body Functional Earth Ground The Functional ...

Page 15: ...2 1 Motherboard layout The PE100A is an Embedded Computer based on a Pico ITX motherboard and is supported by a secondary I O board for extra functionality Refer to the table for the page numbers of the numbered items Pico ITX motherboard ...

Page 16: ...16 PE100A Secondary I O board ...

Page 17: ... 2 M 2 Wi Fi slot 19 3 Micro SD card slot 19 4 I2C connector 20 5 SPI TPM connector 20 6 RTC Battery connector 21 7 IO Board to Board connector 22 Secondary I O board 1 IO board switch 23 2 mPCIe mSATA slot 24 3 Motherboard Board to Board connector 25 4 Nano SIM Card slot 26 ...

Page 18: ...h allows you to configure between different boot modes and the location to boot from Please refer to the table below for the different boot modes Boot Mode Boot type 1 2 OFF ON Serial Downloader ON OFF Internal Boot default Boot Mode Boot type 3 4 OFF ON eMMC default ON OFF SD ...

Page 19: ... slot allows you to install an M 2 Wi Fi module E key type 2230 NOTE The M 2 Wi Fi module is purchased separately 3 Micro SD Card slot The micro SD Card slot allows you to install a micro SD card NOTE The micro SD card is purchased separately ...

Page 20: ...eader 2x3p K6 2 0mm pitch 5 SPI TPM connector The SPI TPM connector supports a Trusted Platform Module TPM system which can securely store keys digital certificates passwords and data A TPM system also helps enhance network security protects digital identities and ensures platform integrity Connector type Header 2x7p K14 2 0mm pitch ...

Page 21: ...PE100A 21 6 RTC Battery connector The RTC Battery connector allows you to connect a lithium CMOS battery ...

Page 22: ...22 PE100A 7 IO Board to Board connector The IO Board to Board connector allows you to connect the Pico ITX motherboard and secondary I O board ...

Page 23: ...ts Refer to the tables below for the different switch configurations Terminator Output type 1 2 3 4 5 6 OFF ON ON OFF ON OFF RS 232 default ON ON OFF ON OFF ON RS 422 ON OFF OFF ON OFF ON RS 485 Terminator 2 OFF default Terminator Output type 3 4 5 6 ON OFF ON OFF RS 232 default OFF ON OFF ON CAN Bus mPCIe mSATA Output type 1 ON mPCIe default OFF mSATA SW1 SW2 ...

Page 24: ...ATA slot allows you to install an mPCIe peripheral device or an mSATA peripheral device The default setting for the slot is mPCIe To switch to mSATA please refer to IO board switch NOTE The mPCIe mSATA peripheral device is purchased separately ...

Page 25: ...PE100A 25 3 Motherboard Board to Board connector The Motherboard Board to Board connector allows you to connect the Pico ITX motherboard and secondary I O board ...

Page 26: ...26 PE100A 4 Nano SIM Card slot The nano SIM card slot allows you to install a nano SIM card NOTE The nano SIM card is purchased separately ...

Page 27: ...2 Using your Embedded Computer ...

Page 28: ...Connect the power cord to the AC power adapter B Connect the AC power adapter to the terminal block power adapter C Connect the 2 pin terminal block DC power connector into your Embedded Computer s power DC input D Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V 240 V power source NOTE The power adapter may vary in appearance depending on model and your region ...

Page 29: ...y UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers Do not disable or remove the power cord grounding plug the grounding is an important safety feature Ensure to plug the power cord into a grounded earthed electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times IMPORTANT We strongly recommend that you use only the AC power adapter and cable that came wi...

Page 30: ...l or projector to your Embedded Computer that has the following connector s HDMI connector Connect display via HDMI port To connect a display panel to your Embedded Computer Connect one end of an HDMI cable to an external display and the other end of the cable to your Embedded Computer s HDMI port ...

Page 31: ...puter You can also connect a USB dongle for a wireless keyboard and mouse set To connect a keyboard and mouse to your Embedded Computer Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse to any of the USB ports of your Embedded Computer NOTE The keyboard varies with country and or region The keyboard and mouse are purchased separately ...

Page 32: ...PE100A 2 1 4 Turn on your Embedded Computer Press the power button to turn on your Embedded Computer NOTE The Embedded Computer will power on automatically the first time it is connected to a power source ...

Page 33: ...PE100A 33 2 2 Turning off your Embedded Computer If your Embedded Computer is unresponsive press and hold the power button for at least ten 10 seconds until your Embedded Computer turns off ...

Page 34: ...34 PE100A ...

Page 35: ...3 Upgrading your Embedded Computer ...

Page 36: ...your hands are dry before proceeding with the rest of the installation process Before installing any of the features in this guide use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or metal object to avoid damaging them due to static electricity Turn off the power of your Embedded Computer and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before performing any installation uninstallation pro...

Page 37: ...PE100A 37 3 2 Replacing the bottom cover 1 Align the bottom cover latches with the latch holes on the bottom of your Embedded Computer 2 Secure the bottom cover using the screw removed previously ...

Page 38: ...emoving the top cover 1 Turn off your Embedded Computer and then disconnect all cables and peripherals 2 Remove the four 4 rubber feet screws from the bottom of the Embedded Computer A and then remove the top cover B ...

Page 39: ...op cover when you are facing the front of the Embedded Computer IMPORTANT Ensure that the RF cables and or other cables are not under or in the way of the top cover when installing it as this may cause the antennas to not work properly 2 Secure the top cover from the bottom of the Embedded Computer using the four 4 rubber feet screws removed previously ...

Page 40: ... panel NOTE This Nano SIM slot is hot swappable 1 Remove the two 2 screws securing the Nano SIM card slot cover and then remove the cover 2 Insert the nano SIM card into the slot 3 Replace slot cover and secure it with the screws removed previously ...

Page 41: ...PE100A 41 Insert your SD card into the SD card slot Ensure that the SD card is pushed all the way into the SD card slot 3 6 Installing an SD card Top side ...

Page 42: ... card Ensure that the correct cable is attached to each of the connectors by following the color coding chart on the next page 5 optional Use the cable clip to organize the cables NOTE Please refer to the Installing antennas section for more information on installing the antennas Connecting antennas to your wireless card may strengthen the wireless signal A soft clicking sound indicates that the a...

Page 43: ...PE100A 43 WIFI Aux DIV WIFI Main WIFI Main WIFI Aux DIV Antenna Color Coding Band Color AntennaType Black WIFI Aux DIV Black WIFI Main ...

Page 44: ...ect cable is attached to each of the connectors by following the color coding chart on the next page 5 optional Use the cable clip to organize the cables NOTE To enable the hot plug function of your LTE module click the weston terminal icon in the upper left corner of your screen and type the first command below when prompted mm_cli sim detect 1 enable hot plug function mm_cli sim detect 0 disable...

Page 45: ...PE100A 45 Antenna Color Coding Band Color AntennaType White LTE Aux DIV Blue LTE Main Red GPS ...

Page 46: ... module into the slot 2 Press down and then secure it in place using the two 2 screws bundled with the module To install an mPCIe TPU module 1 Align and insert the mPCIe TPU module into the slot 2 Press down and then secure it in place using the two 2 screws bundled with the module ...

Page 47: ...to a wireless card installed in the M 2 Wi Fi slot top side NOTE It is recommended that you install the antennas connected to the LTE card to the front panel and the antennas connected to the wireless card to the rear panel see below diagram LTE antennas are flatter and slightly longer than the Wi Fi and GPS antennas GPS antennas look the same as Wi Fi antennas but are clearly labeled as GPS For L...

Page 48: ... antenna jack end of the RF connector and cable into the antenna jack from within the chassis outwards Installing wireless card antennas NOTE If your Embedded Computer came pre installed with wireless card antenna jacks skip to step 9 1 Remove the rear panel cover by removing the four 4 screws from the cover ...

Page 49: ...lling a wireless card to the M 2 slot Top side for details 7 Replace the rear panel cover and secure it using the four 4 screws previously removed 8 Replace the top cover Refer to Replacing the top cover for details 9 Screw the external Wi Fi antennas onto their corresponding antenna jacks on the rear panel by turning them in a clockwise direction 10 Position the antennas for optimal signal recept...

Page 50: ...twards 5 Insert the bundled O rings over the antenna jacks and then secure the antenna jacks using the bundled hex screws 6 Thread the cables from both sides of the motherboard to the bottom of the device Installing LTE and GPS antennas NOTE If your Embedded Computer came pre installed with LTE and GPS antenna jacks skip to step 10 1 Remove the front panel cover by removing the four 4 screws from ...

Page 51: ...PE100A 51 7 Connect the other end of the RF connectors and cables to your WLAN card Refer to Installing an mPCIe module to the Mini PCIe mSATA slot Bottom side for details ...

Page 52: ...m cover for details 10 Screw the external LTE and GPS antennas onto their corresponding antenna jacks on the front panel by turning them in a clockwise direction 11 Position the antennas for optimal signal reception 8 Replace the front panel and then secure it using the four 4 screws previously removed ...

Page 53: ...et screws 2 Align the wall mount with the rubber feet screw holes then remove the rubber feet from the rubber feet screws and secure the wall mount to your Embedded Computer using the rubber feet screws NOTE The rubber feet screws and wall mount screws are the same screws ...

Page 54: ...tion instructions 2 Align the screw holes on the DIN rail clips to the ones on the wall mount as shown below 3 Secure the DIN rail clips to the wall mount using the screws bundled with the DIN rail clips 4 Clip the final assembly to a DIN rail by hooking the DIN rail clips to the top of the DIN rail and then pressing down until you hear the clips snap into place ...

Page 55: ...o controllers by referring to the pin definitions and connecting cables to the slots on the terminal blocks as needed IMPORTANT Connect only one 1 cable to a slot on the terminal block NOTE The terminal block is purchased separately Please refer to Rear view for the location and pin definitions of the Serial COM terminal connector and Isolated DIO connector Installing a terminal block to the Seria...

Page 56: ...56 PE100A Installing a terminal block to the Isolated DIO connector ...

Page 57: ...PE100A 57 4 Setting up your Embedded Computer ...

Page 58: ...o use the bundled power supply or if you are using another power supply ensure to use a 12 24V power supply Before you begin the flashing procedure please ensure of the following Your Embedded Computer is completely powered off and the power cord and cables connecting your Embedded Computer to your computer are all disconnected The Boot Mode switch is set to eMMC mode refer to Boot Mode switch und...

Page 59: ...t time Please refer to the readme file in the unzipped image folder for details on other items such as re flash or recovery Executing the flash script 1 Download the OS image from the ASUS website and then unzip the image file 2 Run the flash script or command file to start the flash process The flash process should take a few minutes Once the flash is completed your Embedded Computer will reboot ...

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Page 61: ...Appendix ...

Page 62: ...used in environments with an ambient temperature of 60 C when using the 65W adapter If you use an extension cord make sure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere rating This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body Restricted Access Location The equipment should only...

Page 63: ...ing technical problems with the product unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your retailer The power cord or plug is damaged Liquid has been spilled into the system The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged The system performance changes NO DISASSEMBLY The warranty does not app...

Page 64: ...ed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical electronic equipment and mercury containing button cell battery should not be placed in municipal waste Check local technical support services for product recycling ...

Page 65: ... part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a 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 ...

Page 66: ...nstalled such that 20cm may be maintained between the antenna and users The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following Contains FCC ID TX2 RTL8822CE and Contains IC 6317A RTL8822CE ISED Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment To maintain compliance with ISED RF exposure...

Page 67: ...interference that may cause undesired operation of the device CAN ICES 003 A NMB 003 A Déclaration de conformité de Innovation Sciences et Développement économique Canada ISED Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Innovation Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne ...

Page 68: ...電波法の定めにより 5 2GHz 5 3GHz帯域の電波は屋外で使用が禁じられています 法律および規制遵守 本製品は電波法及びこれに基づく命令の定めるところに従い使用してくだ さい 日本国外では その国の法律または規制により 本製品の使用ができ ないことがあります このような国では 本製品を運用した結果 罰せられる ことがありますが 当社は一切責任を負いかねますのでご了承ください Japan JATE 本製品は電気通信事業者 移動通信会社 固定通信会社 インターネッ ト プロバイダ等 の通信回線 公衆無線LANを含む に直接接続することがで きません 本製品をインターネッ トに接続する場合は 必ずルーター等を 経由し接続してください ...

Page 69: ... RoHS This product complies with the EU RoHS Directive For more details see http csr asus com english article aspx id 35 Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declarations Information on Japan RoHS JIS C 0950 chemical disclosures is available on http csr asus com english article aspx id 19 India RoHS This product complies with the India E Waste Management Rules 2016 and prohibits use of lead mercury hexavalen...

Page 70: ...rformance of specific products or across multiple product types ASUS provides product information on the CSR website The further information could be found at https csr asus com english article aspx id 1555 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機 非經許可 公司 商號 或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率 加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能 第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信 經發現有干擾現象時 應立即停用 並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用 Taiwan NCC Warning Statement Article 12 Without permi...

Page 71: ...cted substances and its chemical symbols 鉛 Lead Pb 汞 Mercury Hg 鎘 Cadium Cd 六價鉻 Hexavalent chromium Cr 6 多溴聯苯 Polybrominated biphenyls PBB 多溴二苯醚 Polybrominated diphenyls ethers PBDE 印刷電路板 及電子組件 PCB 外殼 Chassis 硬碟 Disk drive 散熱設備 Thermal solutions 其他及其 配件 線材等 Accessories e g cables 備考 1 係指該項限用物質之百分比含量未超出百分比含量基準值 備考 2 係指該項限用物質為排除項目 Note 1 indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substa...

Page 72: ...d by default The monitor is automatically set to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity the computer is automatically set to sleep within 30 minutes of user inactivity To wake your computer click the mouse press any key on the keyboard or press the power button Please visit http www energystar gov powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to the environment In...

Page 73: ...dio Equipment Regulations 2017 AZWAVE Model QCA6174A 5 Function Frequency Maximum Output Power EIRP WiFi 2412 2472 MHz 18 dBm 5150 5350 MHz 22 dBm 5470 5725 MHz 20 dBm Bluetooth 2402 2480 MHz 8 dBm UKCA RF Output table The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 QUECTEL Model EC25 G Radio Type Description Frequency Maximum Output Power EIRP 900 880 915 MHz 35 0 dBm 1800 1710 1785 MHz 32 0 dBm WCDMA Band ...

Page 74: ...la seguente tabella Упрощенное заявление о соответствии европейской директиве ASUSTek Computer Inc заявляет что устройство соответствует основным требованиям и другим соответствующим условиям директивы 2014 53 EU Полный текст декларации соответствия ЕС доступен на https www asus com support Работа WiFi в диапазоне частот 5150 5350 должна быть ограничена использованием в помещениях для стран перечи...

Page 75: ...ön taulukossa luetelluissa maissa اروپا اتحادیه بیانیه شده ساده نسخه از تبعیت متن دارد مطابقت 2014 53 EU بیانیه به مربوط مقررات سایر و اساسی نیازهای با دستگاه این که کند می اعالم اینجا در ASUSTek Computer Inc است موجود آدرس این در اروپا اتحادیه بیانیه این از پیروی کامل https www asus com support شود محدود جدول در شده فهرست کشورهای برای ساختمان داخل فضای در استفاده برای باید WiFi برای مگاهرتز 5150 ...

Page 76: ...nformitate UE versiune simplificată Prin prezenta ASUSTek Computer Inc declară că acest dispozitiv este în conformitate cu reglementările esențiale și cu celelalte prevederi relevante ale Directivei 2014 53 UE Textul complet al declarației de conformitate UE este disponibil la adresa https www asus com support Pentru ţările listate în tabelul de mai jos reţelele WiFi care funcţionează în banda de ...

Page 77: ...gesinin temel gereksinimlerine ve diğer ilgili hükümlerine uygun olduğunu bildirir AB uygunluk bildiriminin tam metni şu adreste bulunabilir https www asus com support 5150 5350 MHz arasındaki WiFi çalışması tabloda listelenen ülkeler için iç mekân kullanımıyla kısıtlanacaktır Спрощена декларація про відповідність нормам ЄС ASUSTek Computer Inc заявляє що цей пристрій відповідає основним вимогам т...

Page 78: ...m Output Power EIRP 900 880 915 MHz 35 0 dBm 1800 1710 1785 MHz 32 0 dBm WCDMA Band 1 1920 1980 MHz 25 0 dBm Band 5 824 849 MHz 25 0 dBm Band 8 880 915 MHz 25 0 dBm LTE B1 1920 1980 MHz 25 0 dBm B3 1710 1785 MHz 25 0 dBm B5 824 849 MHz 25 0 dBm B7 2500 2570 MHz 25 0 dBm B8 880 915 MHz 25 0 dBm B20 832 862 MHz 25 0 dBm B28 703 748 MHz 25 0 dBm B38 2570 2620 MHz 25 0 dBm B40 2300 2400 MHz 25 0 dBm ...

Page 79: ...tou Dist Taipei City 112 Taiwan Authorised representative in Europe ASUSTeK Computer GmbH Address Harkortstrasse 21 23 40880 Ratingen Germany Authorized Representative in United Kingdom ASUSTEK UK LIMITED 1st Floor Sackville House 143 149 Fenchurch Street London EC3M 6BL England United Kingdom ...

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