EPX-C414/Before You Begin
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1. Before You Begin
Review the warnings in this section and the best practice recommendations (see “Best
Practices” on page 66) when using and handling the WinSystems EPX-C414. Following
these recommendations provides an optimal user experience and prevents damage.
Read through this document and become familiar with the EPX-C414 before
proceeding.
1.1 Warnings
Only qualified personnel should configure and install the EPX-C414. While observing
the best practices, pay particular attention to the following waning.
2. Introduction
This manual provides configuration and usage information for the EPX-C414. If you still
have questions, contact Technical Support at (817) 274-7553, Monday through Friday,
between 8 AM and 5 PM Central Standard Time (CST).
Refer to the WinSystems website for other accessories (including cable drawings and
pinouts) that can be used with your EPX-C414.
3. Functionality
The EPX-C414 is an Intel
®
ATOM™ Single Board Computer (SBC) which uses either a
1.33 GHz dual-core Intel E3825 or a 1.91 GHz quad-core Intel E3845 processor. This
EPIC-compatible unit incorporates a pair of 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers, 1
SATA channel, 48 lines of digital I/O, 4 serial RS- 232/422/485 ports, a watchdog timer,
and LPT. The SBC also supports HD audio and 8 USB ports, and is equipped with a
CFast socket and 2 MiniPCIe card sockets.
The EPX-C414 board supports up to 8 GB DDR3L SODIMM system memory via an
on-board socket located at CDIMM.
NOTE
WinSystems can provide custom configurations for OEM clients. Please contact an
Application Engineer for details.
FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THESE BEST PRACTICES MAY DAMAGE THE EPX-C414
AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
Avoid Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Only handle the circuit board and other bare electronics when electrostatic discharge
(ESD) protection is in place. Having a wrist strap and a fully grounded workstation is the
minimum ESD protection required before the ESD seal on the product bag is broken.
