SYS-427/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 36) when using and
handling the WINSYSTEMS SYS-427 embedded computer. Following these
recommendations provides an optimal user experience and prevents
damage. Read through this document and become familiar with the SYS-
427 before proceeding.
1.1
Warnings
Only qualified personnel should configure and install the SYS-427. While
observing best practices, pay particular attention to the following:.
2.
Introduction
This manual provides configuration and usage information for the SYS-
427. 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 at
for
other accessories (including cable drawings and pinouts) that can be used
with your SYS-427.
3.
Functionality
The SYS-427 is a rugged, embedded computer featuring the latest
generation Intel Apollo Lake-I SOC processor.
This full-featured embedded computer supports three independent video
displays (two DisplayPort and one LVDS video), dual Ethernet, two USB 3.1
Gen 1 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, eight general purpose I/O (GPIO) lines, two
channels analog-to-digital converter (ADC), stereo audio, and a Trusted
Platform Module (TPM 2.0)
FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THESE BEST PRACTICES MAY DAMAGE THE SYS-427
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.
